View Full Version : ::: SEAT LEON by MDS ::: ( THE END...)
I have had a few posts scattered about the car.
This will now be my official MDS Leon thread :)
Just some pics youve all seen to start the post...
http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/6094/mds02tf0.jpg
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/6205/mds01hd1.jpg
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/2241/mds03bf0.jpg
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/9880/mds04nl0.jpg
http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/3203/mds08ni4.jpg
http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/7913/mds07ns9.jpg
http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/5595/mds06wk0.jpg
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/2676/mds05et2.jpg
Rolling in the Rain ...
http://img147.imageshack.us/img147/2562/2encontroiberico038as0.jpg
http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/3016/2encontroiberico043nj7.jpg
Sportecs + R32 Big Brakes
http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/4262/2encontroiberico037zv0.jpg
Ride height...
http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/3050/2encontroiberico007zw3.jpg
Now that ive briefly introduced myself ...
I will present the latest set of Mods.
- SPA Twin Digital Turbo/Oil Temp. Gauge into Cup Holder
- Late Spec Audi A3 Air Vents (Red Light and Classier plastic tabs.)
Still in the works.
Just fitted it for a preview.
Still needs sanding , smoothing and the Satin black Paint over the plastic console again.
Ill have this ready soon soon...
PICs :
Gauge:
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/5540/new2na0.jpg
In the making. :
http://img137.imageshack.us/img137/3058/15092007003ij5.jpg
http://img86.imageshack.us/img86/1903/15092007011ge4.jpg
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/7554/17092007014ar6.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/2696/15092007007ie1.jpg
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/9177/17092007013ui2.jpg
Seriously nice car
I like to subtle styling, you could show the max power boy a thing or two about styling
Seriously nice car
I like to subtle styling, you could show the max power boy a thing or two about styling
Quality, not Quantity ;)
richybigman
19-09-2007, 12:39
Looking smart mate
The MoffMeister
19-09-2007, 15:29
very nice silver all the way i say
That is a seriously good looking car!! Love the alloys.
UncleFester
19-09-2007, 20:14
Having seen my car as low as yours when i filled it full of dog food, i think i'm going to have to consider coilovers in the new year to get the ride height down that last important bit :)
looks shit.
shit hot :worship:
The MoffMeister
19-09-2007, 20:50
thats the only way you'll get into your car without a step up fester haha
UncleFester
19-09-2007, 20:53
thats the only way you'll get into your car without a step up fester haha
Hahaha yeah but it's better than having to carry a commando net to crawl under to get in yours :p Think you'd be better off with a 2" lift on yours :cartman: Want to swap suspension? :whistle:
The MoffMeister
19-09-2007, 21:28
na thanx mate your sooty mobile couldnt handle it lol mind you the suspension would be longer than you haha
A small vid of a 6th gear run....
I am planning on a few good videos for youtube, but need to find the time.
Here is a short one of a little stretch in 6th gear last week on the motorway.
This is just flooring from 6th on a straight.
Remember its a (modded) TDI
:rock:
180-245km/h ( dunno in Miles... But its fast. )
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGFI3yYGI5Q
sweet looking car. but what is that orange light on your dashboard in the video?
cracking car,aint it the engine temp light ?:shrug: or whatever the light with the engine pic on is
UncleFester
20-09-2007, 06:59
That's his CEL light - probably from lack of EGR or something .....
Number86
20-09-2007, 12:49
He got to 150mph in an FR diesel. Doesn't that make it LCR speed??
ikhlaq206
20-09-2007, 17:54
Stunning car mate, well done. :)
How much is it lowered by and what coilovers you got?
Stunning example MDS...all us TDI boys got a lot to live up to now hehe :)
swissrebel
20-09-2007, 18:56
Gorgeous car, best colour ( ;) ) but somebody seems to have put your steering wheel on the wrong side ;) lol
very nice looking care mate!! Where you from ?
The orange light is because during the ECU remap, the Air Flow Meter plug was disconnected.
I have had this correctes already, but since the bloke was on holidays i used teh car a few days with the orange lighty... :)
Stunning car mate, well done. :)
How much is it lowered by and what coilovers you got?
FK Highsport II.
Lowered 5.5- 6cm [B)]
Thanks for the comments,...
He got to 150mph in an FR diesel. Doesn't that make it LCR speed??
I RAPE LCRs with my eyes closed....:rolleyes:
Ok Gents...
A few more updates...
Had the Electronics redone... ECU Remaped and Turbo Altered.
It now opens at 2000RPM (keep in mind its a much larger turbo - so its a great achievement )
Got my dummy exhaust closed at the back.
The real piping faces down so that the car does not get a black ass after a thrashing...
It was open before and when cars where stopped behind me at night, one could spot the fake rear.
http://img47.imageshack.us/img47/7386/img1003xy8.jpg
Ive left the FK Coilovers aside for a while. Fitted Weitec GT
( Same as KW V1 - But not made in INOX. Just normal steel).
http://img146.imageshack.us/img146/6751/img0958yx9.jpg
http://img174.imageshack.us/img174/2631/img0959db0.jpg
New Ride Height.
http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/9624/img1008zy5.jpg
Ride is slightly more comfortable and a little jumpier on poor roads.
Lifted the front by almost nothing as im getting an aluminum sump guard made.
Had the plastic console painted and the gauge finally functioning.
I might go for a Black console again after i get tired of this grey OEM look.
Also got the function switch (button) inside the ashtray next to the lighter.
007 would love this... Open ashtray - touch a button and read all the loads of info the gauge provides. :) PEAKS, TEMPS, bla bla bla bla
http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/6331/img0970ld5.jpg
A few teasers of the Recaros.
http://img47.imageshack.us/img47/158/img0989dd7.jpg
http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/2649/img0981uo7.jpg
Managed to get the Airbag issues sorted with some dummy plugs and VAG-COM reset.
Now i just need to get them functioning electrically
And finally, this curious little fellow ... decided to jump inside while i was quickly taking the pix last night.
Since he was so brave... I will show him to the world...
http://img514.imageshack.us/img514/9385/img0998us4.jpg
http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/3149/img1004dg0.jpg
Nice motor, shame its a diesel:funk:
Like the alloys, very nice! Do you know if they would fit over the Brembos on mine? Looking for a set for mine.
Nice motor, shame its a diesel:funk:
Like the alloys, very nice! Do you know if they would fit over the Brembos on mine? Looking for a set for mine.
Shame ? Why ? :blink:
They will fit over the Brembos yes... there is enough clearance.
Heres a few specs. on the car... At least the ones I can remember
INTERIOR
- Recaro Seats - Leather - Audi S3
- Seat Sport EmbroideredMats.
- Alpine CDA-9856R Unit
- Custom Made centre console.
- Digital Dual Gauge (Boost / Oil Temp.) by SPA
- Custom Cut LEDs interior light
- SEAT Ibiza non-slip centre console rubber mat.
- LEDs in Glove Compartment
- LEDs in Boot
- Interior Rear View mirror painted Black
- Audi S3 Air Diffusers - Red Lights
EXTERIOR
- Completely Debadged
- Genuine Carbon Fibre Mirror Covers
- Tinded Windows 35%
- Skoda Fabia Rear Wiper
- LED Tail Lights
- Valeo X-Trim Wiper Blades
- Xenon 6000K HID kit
- 6 Head LED park Lights
- Chrome Bulbs - No Orange
- LEDs in Rear Number plate Recess
- LEDs in FOG LIGHTs.
- ***** Antena
- LCR Exhaust Tip
- LCR Front Splitter
MOTOR
- Modified Big Turbo (Garret VNT 22 GT)
- ECU Remap
- 60mm BackPipe
- Race Spec. Cam
- Re enforced Carbon - Kevlar Clutch
- Aluminium Custom made manifold.
- K&N Panel filter
CHASSIS
- Sportec MonoBlock 18"x8.5 Alloy Wheels
- Dunlop Sport Maxx 225/40/18 Tires
- Golf R32 Big Brakes(334mm)
- Coilovers Weitec GT (- 5cm)
i want your wheels. So so bad.
The MoffMeister
07-10-2007, 08:55
i got that suspension love it
i cant find them wheels
The MoffMeister
07-10-2007, 09:06
no found them
http://amdtechnik.com/product.details.cfm?ProductID=8&VariantID=47&ReferenceID=2185
The MoffMeister
07-10-2007, 09:52
thats what i thought may sell the miss's for them lol
Lee Cupra R
07-10-2007, 10:13
Sweet looking car, where abouts in portugal are you?
Will have to keep my eyes open next time im over in my aunties villa.
The MoffMeister
07-10-2007, 10:20
lol bring us back the wheels can ya mate lol
kenny-cupra
07-10-2007, 11:11
Ive left the FK Coilovers aside for a while. Fitted Weitec GT
( Same as KW V1 - But not made in INOX. Just normal steel).
Ride is slightly more comfortable and a little jumpier on poor roads.
I know what you mean the KW V1 on my 1.8T cupra are the same on poor roads , but a different class on smooth roads .
Kenny
how does it effect the sound MDS with the exhaust tip closed off? Is your map particularly smokey?
If i may make a suggestion.
Tint your rear lights or buy some of the ones from german ebay and it would be 101% perfect :)
Cupraloon
07-10-2007, 12:38
Thats a sweet looking car mds, and something for all of us to aim for :yes:
The MoffMeister
07-10-2007, 13:15
dont get them german ones i had them crap finish on them
justin_cupra
07-10-2007, 14:07
Looks fantastic....all the mods are nicely done and not over the top...it's looks nice and smooth....top looking ride!! 10/10
Sweet looking car, where abouts in portugal are you?
Will have to keep my eyes open next time im over in my aunties villa.
Algarve.
Anyone over, gimme a shout ...leave the speed and drinks to me. ;)
MDS LEON vs FERRARI 360 Modena
Enjoy : http://youtube.com/watch?v=81UobYEQpVc
Remember... its a DIESEL [B)]
The MoffMeister
07-10-2007, 21:08
you need diesel dude lol
bloogy good shame he was going slow for you haha
AdamRoutley
07-10-2007, 23:20
kin hell! is all i can say, MDS...do i even need to say anything dude haha! nice work!
The Ferrari can be considered a fashion item in this vid.
The idea is for you to see the LEON pulling hard..
Check out other videos on my corner at YouTube.
http://www.youtube.com/user/MarcoMDS
All filmed today... today was a hard for the LEON :rock:
Romeoisgraham
08-10-2007, 08:19
Thats the shit im talking about. Sweet brother
loving the 'one thumb' round the roundabout!
nice work, marco!
although, can't get rally 2 to work :shrug:
loving the 'one thumb' round the roundabout!
nice work, marco!
although, can't get rally 2 to work :shrug:
ehehehhe... one crazy day...
Try Rally 2 again... its just thrashing the round about again.
That really stole some chunks of rubber from the front right tire...
Luckily im going to get new tires soon.:happy:
The MoffMeister
08-10-2007, 19:43
ah come one thats tame i do that over here on the small roads haha
ah come one thats tame i do that over here on the small roads haha
Problem is the LEON sticks like glue... no sideways action folks...
i would really appreciate it if you help m by telling me which leds i should get instead the fog lights and the park lights..
The leds I have in the foglights are merely for show.
They are not really very funcional.
If you use your fogs, I DO NOT recomend them
The ones I have in the park lights are the ones with 6 Heads.
These have a wider angle and spread the light much better within the headlights.
Comparing a normal LED with the 6/1.
http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/1154/210120076275rl.jpg
Parking & Fogs Lights (LED)
http://img123.imageshack.us/img123/2807/img0269al4.jpg
WHERE TO BUY :
http://stores.ebay.com/warden-jp2002
FOGS : Search for "H3"
PARKING: Search for "6 LED"
The MoffMeister
10-10-2007, 20:49
like them nice and bright reckon i'll get them
http://cgi.ebay.com/2pcs-501-W5W-Wide-Angle-6-LED-Blue-Dash-Wedge-Bulbs_W0QQitemZ200158356272QQihZ010QQcategoryZ72233QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting
these puppies?
like them nice and bright reckon i'll get them
http://cgi.ebay.com/2pcs-501-W5W-Wide-Angle-6-LED-Blue-Dash-Wedge-Bulbs_W0QQitemZ200158356272QQihZ010QQcategoryZ72233QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem#ebayphotohosting
these puppies?
NO.
Those are Blue and too long.
This is what you need: Item number: 200161555940
The MoffMeister
11-10-2007, 16:14
cheers fella
Quick Update :
Some decent shots of the latest goodies..
CF Mirrors, Recaro, Digital Gauge.
http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/429/img1046fo6.jpg
http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/6418/img1043lb5.jpg
http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/7176/img1019mn2.jpg
Got a few more bits n bobs for the car, but it still at the workshop getting a major makeover...
Its gonne be a little Faster this time round...
seatcupra
26-11-2007, 16:43
Lovely car mate!
How do the front LED's look against your HIDs, colour wise i mean... Any pics?
Cheers
Scott
will them side lights def fit, i bought some 6 led ones before and they didnt fit through the hole
The MoffMeister
26-11-2007, 17:32
i have them there great
will them side lights def fit, i bought some 6 led ones before and they didnt fit through the hole
Somthing was´nt right there...
They are the same diameter as the normal LEDS / BULBS ;)
seatcupra
-Scott-
Here you go son ...
The 6 Head LEDS have a wider range... Brighter also.
Normal White LED + XENON:
http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/3462/210120076304dq.jpg
6-Head LED + XENON :
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/3121/210120076299ep.jpg
jamie paton
26-11-2007, 19:04
some car mds, i holidayed in portugal three times last year, albufeira old town, nice food nice drink and very friendly people.
seatcupra
26-11-2007, 22:15
Ahh good man! Just wanted to see the colour of them next to the HIDs. They go quite well.
I have ordinary type bulbs at the moment with a hint of blue, they go well with my HIDs but their not half as bright as those you have fitted.
Will get a set me thinks
Cheers
Scott
some car mds, i holidayed in portugal three times last year, albufeira old town, nice food nice drink and very friendly people.
I go for a drink there every now and then...
Ill have to leave an open invitation for everyone here ...
Whenever anyone here is in PT, gimme a shout... Drinks on me,... ;)
A SeatCupra.net sticker will also be welcome. ;)
platinumFR
27-11-2007, 16:36
Got all my festoon bulbs from this guy there the dogs B*****ks, not sure which white wedge bulbs to get for the map lights and which are the parking light bulbs?
Got all my festoon bulbs from this guy there the dogs B*****ks, not sure which white wedge bulbs to get for the map lights and which are the parking light bulbs?
Use the same LEDS for both :
1pc 42mm 211 212 2W HP LED (Xenon White) Festoon Bulb
Item number: 200176745107
Latest Upgrades :
Electrified Recaros
Finally took some time to connect the Recaros this past weekend.
Got them all Electric now...
Lumbar support is absolutely fantastic and the electric movement is cool.
Other mod : Golf R32 Steering Wheel.
Fat Wheel ... Very nice feel... Great Grip.
http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/959/r3201dl6.jpg
http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/7570/r3202oj5.jpg
Really stunning mortor mate!
What bhp and torque is it producing?
The MoffMeister
20-12-2007, 12:06
well it keeps with a ferrari...
Really stunning mortor mate!
What bhp and torque is it producing?
I havent had a chance to get it on the rollers yet, here in the Algarve there are no Dynos close by.
I am expecting HP to be in the mid 200´s and about 500 Nm.
This judging from what it was before when I had just a remap.
Hoping to get it done early next year.
:rolleyes:
UPDATE : B PILLAR DECALS - CUPRA STYLE
Looks Weird !!!! No Decals on the B-Pillars...
http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/7921/img13573pg4.jpg
OEM vs Cupra-Look.
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/1179/img1341sg6.jpg
http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/5897/img1339us3.jpg
Cupra-Look
http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/690/img1348uh1.jpg
Full Car pics soon... Made a smal cock-up, have to get one side done again...
How hard is it to fit and wire the S3 leathers? and what you got in the Rear?
Updates :
Fitted the RECARO seats in the back...
Had this pending for a long while, ...
http://img402.imageshack.us/img402/7867/mds003hd1.jpg
http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/346/mds004ut4.jpg
Coming Soon. : Intercooler and LCR Front.
http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/924/mds001ka5.jpg
This shows just how much the FR front covers the IC.
For this reason i will be upgrading the front.
http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/1120/mds002go2.jpg
Is a new intercooler really required MDS. The 150PD one is quote efficient although I am not sure what BHP your pushing now to warrant one...? :)
Looking good though!
The stock IC is very good... But i want the larger one to eliminate some smoke...
I am sure it may provide some sort of positive result...
I am getting the car Dyno´d soon...
Im expecting about 250 bhp taking into consideration all the hardware inside...
Last Dyno test was canceled do to excess smoking....
NEW VIDZ :p
http://youtube.com/watch?v=mSSUlJ5HUQU
http://youtube.com/watch?v=in5369I2H8g
The stock IC is very good... But i want the larger one to eliminate some smoke...
I am sure it may provide some sort of positive result...
I am getting the car Dyno´d soon...
Im expecting about 250 bhp taking into consideration all the hardware inside...
Last Dyno test was canceled do to excess smoking....
Probably due to my lack of knowledge! But cant see how an FMIC that is efficient already and putting a bigger FMIC that will aid cooling but doesnt alter lower the amount of fuel being burnt which causing the smoke? The car got bigger injectors or running on stock injectors still?
Probably due to my lack of knowledge! But cant see how an FMIC that is efficient already and putting a bigger FMIC that will aid cooling but doesnt alter lower the amount of fuel being burnt which causing the smoke? The car got bigger injectors or running on stock injectors still?
Well, I have heard many diferent opinions and seen a few articles.
Some say it will do the trick. Other say nothing will change.
So I have decided to try and see for myself.
I am sure that it must bring some positive result, :blink:
I will post up the results once fitted...
I havent opted for upgraded injectors (Race 783) as I do not want more smoke.
Injectors are probably the only things I havent fitted ... for now...
I really do hope you hit 250BHP as your car is the dogs bollox however I heard that the standard 150PD injectors max at at 230BHP. Much past that and its melt down :blink:
Lets see the results when done :)
How hard is it to fit and wire the S3 leathers? and what you got in the Rear?
Its as easy as making babies...
The rear had a panel covering the rear seats.
In Portugal 150 cars where made as comercial vehicles.
This was an overdue stock selling excercise, as the 1P Leon was on sale already. (The car is registered as a 2006 model)
I purchased the Leon without rear seats, and had a huge discount on the car.
Even though its a 4 door car, and Seat offered the Seats, it is mainly an idiotic tax law.
You will see many 2 seater comercial cars here in Portugal.
They do not cover up the rear windows like in some countries.
Vans here are just norma cars without rear Seats.
The Ibiza is a popular model for that here...
:blink:
UPDATE : B PILLAR DECALS - CUPRA STYLE
Looks Weird !!!! No Decals on the B-Pillars...
http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/7921/img13573pg4.jpg
OEM vs Cupra-Look.
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/1179/img1341sg6.jpg
http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/5897/img1339us3.jpg
Cupra-Look
http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/690/img1348uh1.jpg
Full Car pics soon... Made a smal cock-up, have to get one side done again...
There nice decals you have on your 'B-Pillars', are they OE one's or are they aftermarket?
There nice decals you have on your 'B-Pillars', are they OE one's or are they aftermarket?
OEM from the LCR
SEAT Part Numbers :
- 1M6853313A26B
- 1M6853314A26B
- 1M6853315A26B
- 1M6853316A26B
;)
Just ordered mine marco :) will be in this Saturday!
How easy was it to take old ones off and stick new ones on?
Just ordered mine marco :) will be in this Saturday!
How easy was it to take old ones off and stick new ones on?
Just pull.
Remember where the OEM stickers start at the top.
Align them well, and stick and peel slowly.
Use a credit card or spatula for tinted windows.
Make suer the doors are nice n clean.
No big deal really. Its a cheap mod and has quite a cool end result.
Just do that in a dust free environment, I did mine outdoors the first time round and got a few bubbles inside.
Good Luck. ;)
NEW MOD :
Illuminated GearKnob
NEW vs OEM
http://img297.imageshack.us/img297/4128/img1494le1.jpg
http://img184.imageshack.us/img184/3476/img1495vv5.jpg
http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/9044/img1503dc1.jpg
This knob is the closest ive found to the OEM one.
thats is cool...stop you missing gears now marco :whistle:
I really do hope you hit 250BHP as your car is the dogs bollox however I heard that the standard 150PD injectors max at at 230BHP. Much past that and its melt down :blink:
Lets see the results when done :)
Well, if it does not hit 250BHP, I dont want it anymore...
Just with the Nasty Remap and a few other bits i had it at 207BHP.
Now it has the "motherload" and it better go past 230.
However the dyno is supposedly the most honest one around.
All you DYNO freaks have probably heard of them MAHA LPS 3000.
I am getting it Dyno´d on the 5 April... Hopefully.
If it wont hit 250 on the MAHA... its a DUD! :headhurt:
What turbo you running?
Garrett VNT 22 - From Merc 320 CDI
Mine arrived in the Stock Order today at work, I will have a go at fitting them over the weekend (weather permiting)
kenny-cupra
26-02-2008, 21:04
Mine arrived in the Stock Order today at work, I will have a go at fitting them over the weekend (weather permiting)
how much did these cost
kenny
how much did these cost
kenny
You should expect to pay about £15
Martin M
26-02-2008, 22:57
This is lovely!
Quick question, did your wheels come that colour or did you get them painted? That's the colour i want mine but can't find a paint code!
I had them painted.
Color Code : BMW SteelGrey #400.
Found on current 3 and 5 series.
Martin M
27-02-2008, 07:33
Thank you! :)
Thank you! :)
You can then go to your nearest BMW dealer and buy the Touch Up kit.
Cheap and handy. :)
Yes I have now done mine as the weather was sunny and they look :coolthumb
UPDATE : B PILLAR DECALS - CUPRA STYLE
Cupra-Look
http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/690/img1348uh1.jpg
Full Car pics soon... Made a smal cock-up, have to get one side done again...
I also made a small mistake and got a slight tear in one and may have to reorder one door trim again :doh:
But they just finish the car off nicely...:)
FINAL RESULT
http://img512.imageshack.us/img512/2905/img1601uv8.jpg
Light.
http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/7861/img1607ud5.jpg
In the Dark
http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/9964/img1608do8.jpg
nick_c_1986
30-03-2008, 16:46
Just read the whole of your thread mate!
Great effort with the FR very impressed at how quick it is. AWESOME!
What engine mounts have you got as i snapped my dogbone mount last year and mines a 130 running just over 170bhp, 310nm
browner01
03-04-2008, 00:33
where did you get that gear knob from, its great :D
SirSuraj
03-04-2008, 09:35
:worship:Gearknob is tooooo gooood! :worship:
Danzibar9
04-04-2008, 16:53
We all want that knob!!! Also where did you get a LCR tail pipe? or did you cut an old one off and attach it?
Hey all.
Been a lil absent...
So ill leave a few updates.
Got the car Dyno´d... on the latest MAHA Dyno.
Supposedly the most DEADLY ACURATE rollers around.
Even though I still made the "Most Powerful TDI" of the day, I was not very impressed with the figures. but they where spot on with my moddest expectations
Then we where given an explanation of the new Dyno Norms (no longer measured in DIN, but now in EWG) which supposedly chomp a whole lot of horses when compared to other Dynos.
The high temperatures also played a huge role from what they said.
Other examples of sheer disappointment :cry::
Audi RS4 = 300hp
E46 M3 (Remaped) = 314hp
Volvo T5R (Remapped) = 239hp
Mine cleared 254hp.
All in all ,... i took it as a positive note , this way theres room for "alot" more improvement.
Even though i had it tailored this way, the map is a little shitty according to many.
So next mod is the FMC (Arguable Benefits) and once i get some time, I want to get it remapped once again.
Maybe I will go back to the DYNO to compare charts later.
The vid : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccBYQwOvIAM
The Chart :
http://img527.imageshack.us/img527/2605/dynocx0.jpg
And some pics taken about 2 weeks ago by a fan :D
Some of you may recognize this stadium from Euro 2004 (Algarve Stadium)
Ill be expecting to meet a few of you boozers here this summer. :cartman:
http://img368.imageshack.us/img368/7815/mds003lb3.jpg
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/2514/mds002lr4.jpg
http://img368.imageshack.us/img368/9250/mds001zx0.jpg
Cheers fellas.
We all want that knob!!! Also where did you get a LCR tail pipe? or did you cut an old one off and attach it?
Got this one from a DEAD LCR in Spain.
Since mine is a TDI, i have a dummy tailpipe.
The real exhaust tip faces down not to dirty the boot with smoke.
The LCR tip is just for show, It has black plates in the back not to show the real downward facing system.
Oh... BTW... had to remove the window tint.
Here in Portugal they stepped up the fine 5 fold and made them illegal, unless they comply with a whole lot of legal bla bla. To legalize them is a real expensive process and huge pain in the ass.
So I gave up.. Got Cristal Clear windows now :(
Oh... BTW... had to remove the window tint.
Here in Portugal they stepped up the fine 5 fold and made them illegal, unless they comply with a whole lot of legal bla bla. To legalize them is a real expensive process and huge pain in the ass.
So I gave up.. Got Cristal Clear windows now :(
It's illegal to have tints in a country where the sun actually shines for more days than it rains?
I thought Norway didn't make sense, but that doesn't make sense.
Too bad, I liked that black and silver theme.
Hey all.
Been a lil absent...
So ill leave a few updates.
Got the car Dyno´d... on the latest MAHA Dyno.
Supposedly the most DEADLY ACURATE rollers around.
Even though I still made the "Most Powerful TDI" of the day, I was not very impressed with the figures. but they where spot on with my moddest expectations
Then we where given an explanation of the new Dyno Norms (no longer measured in DIN, but now in EWG) which supposedly chomp a whole lot of horses when compared to other Dynos.
The high temperatures also played a huge role from what they said.
Other examples of sheer disappointment :cry::
Audi RS4 = 300hp
E46 M3 (Remaped) = 314hp
Volvo T5R (Remapped) = 239hp
Mine cleared 254hp.
All in all ,... i took it as a positive note , this way theres room for "alot" more improvement.
Even though i had it tailored this way, the map is a little shitty according to many.
So next mod is the FMC (Arguable Benefits) and once i get some time, I want to get it remapped once again.
Maybe I will go back to the DYNO to compare charts later.
Bloody hell though MDS. 254BHP is an amazing figure for a TDI...I am surprised that the stock injectors can handle that much power but there you go. Gives us TDI boys in the UK hope.
Surely you need a diff to cope with all that power, wheel spin must be immense...?
Really nice figures for a TDI!!
also where did the LCR splitter go?
It has a upgraded clutch and the Standard TCS.
No Wheel Spin... ;)
Unless I really hammer it very hard and purposefuly do the tricks with the clutch to make it spin...
Really nice figures for a TDI!!
also where did the LCR splitter go?
Ive had it at home for months :lol:
Its already cut and ready to go on, but since the car is low I need to get it on a lift.
The last bloke rivvited the lip without my concent ( i used to use self tapping screws), so now with larger holes ill have to get it rivveted again. :blink:
ITs like the 4th I am going to fit.
UPDATE : PASSENGER LED LIGHTS :D
http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/4628/dsc00306xv1.jpg
http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/8855/dsc00307fo1.jpg
OFF
http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/9295/img1887ui0.jpg
ON
http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/9765/img1888zb8.jpg
8)
Looks sweet mate. very tidy indeed
Love your Leon, Marco!
Any idea what the weight of one wheel is? Are those Sportecs very light?
looks amazing mate
good work
what type of bulb is that Marco?
Love your Leon, Marco!
Any idea what the weight of one wheel is? Are those Sportecs very light?
Thanks :)
No they are actually ridiculously heavy.
12kg each rim. (8.5 x 18) :(
what type of bulb is that Marco?
T4
They have a small plastic base .
Thanks :)
No they are actually ridiculously heavy.
12kg each rim. (8.5 x 18) :(
Thanks mate,
Well, they're not extremely heavy but indeed, an OZ Ultraleggera, for example, in that size is 18x8.0 is 8.4 kg. :(
Was contemplating on a set Sportecs to improve the handling etc. of my Leon since I have quite heavy replica's... difficult...
Thanks mate,
Well, they're not extremely heavy but indeed, an OZ Ultraleggera, for example, in that size is 18x8.0 is 8.4 kg. :(
Was contemplating on a set Sportecs to improve the handling etc. of my Leon since I have quite heavy replica's... difficult...
Yeah, then they are only available in 8.5 which means a little extra.
There are a few Jap wheels that just top off 6kg...
Try Rota Tarmacs, similiar look to Sportecs and quite light I beleive.
Thanks for the tip. They are a bit too JDM for me though :) (copy of prodrive p1 impreza wheels).
I like my current wheels (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showpost.php?p=1885366&postcount=528) a LOT, but you can feel they're heavy and big unfortunately :(
Thanks for the tip. They are a bit too JDM for me though :) (copy of prodrive p1 impreza wheels).
I like my current wheels (http://www.seatcupra.net/forums/showpost.php?p=1885366&postcount=528) a LOT, but you can feel they're heavy and big unfortunately :(
There are a few other similiar models but not really the same.
Yours look very nice too.
Problem with most light weight wheels are their nasty Japo looks :rolleyes:
Maybe the best looking option are the O.Z. Racing.
Intercooler going on now...
FMIC
http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/924/mds001ka5.jpg
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/4002/new2xz3.jpg
hell thats one fast tdi..... mine s no where near that fast top end and is not that far off your hp figures great work though love the car....
FMIC Foto Update :
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http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/3035/img1958up6.jpg
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UncleFester
21-05-2008, 07:19
Is that the new crash bar Marco? Doesn't look like there's much of it - lovely looking IC though!
The crash bar will go over the FMIC now.
If you look at the pics in the previous post of the car witout the front you can figure out what part is missing from these pics.
Now it gets the bar over and bumper fitted.
;)
UncleFester
21-05-2008, 10:04
God i'm thick - crashbar hahaha
Who supplied the IC and pipework?
I got the FMIC and the Hoses. (online)
If you need the Link PM me.
The bloke thats fitting it, supplied and cut the 2 remaining pipes.
Just 2 extensions from the 90º hoses basically.
On one side it fits into the squashed pipe from the Turbo
On the other it fits in to the pipe going in to the Turbo
;)
where we going with this Pat? ;)
Marco gave me the low down recently. Really interested to see if your temps drop Marco.
UncleFester
21-05-2008, 10:13
I'm not suggesting that the stock FMIC can't cope .... i'm just wondering if a 'better' FMIC will lower temperatures further and want to see what effect, if any it has on performance.
I'm not suggesting that the stock FMIC can't cope .... i'm just wondering if a 'better' FMIC will lower temperatures further and want to see what effect, if any it has on performance.
I didnt mean it like that mister..i meant it in a new purchasing on the horizon way. :)
Firstly the upgraded FMIC has almost double the volume (in capacity)
Secondly it stays directly in front (or behind) the bumper, the OEM one sits behind the radiator and air conditioning system, thus receiving less air.
I will let you fellas know about performance, havent driven the car for a while but I am sure it must make a diference, after all cooler air = more oxygen.
I know it will eat up more of the smoke, which is good.
UncleFester
21-05-2008, 10:21
Did you remove the stock FMIC Marco?
This does not mean that the stock FMIC is not good, its very Adequate for most performance upgrades.
Did you remove the stock FMIC Marco?
Yes.
Marco, you have the picture of the void left where the intercooler was...
thinking of this being perfect to re route new intercooler pipework instead going though the arch "crushed pipe"
Also could you forward us the link of the intercooler stuff, be intrested in looking into it... like the new shiney intercooler being infront!
as said before mate. stunning car. benchmark for sure. gotta love the smoke machines from time to time.
Marco, you have the picture of the void left where the intercooler was...
thinking of this being perfect to re route new intercooler pipework instead going though the arch "crushed pipe"
Also could you forward us the link of the intercooler stuff, be intrested in looking into it... like the new shiney intercooler being infront!
Dont have that pic... sorry...
I left that work to the man who is fitting the stuff.
I have fwd you the Link via PM. :)
The arch crushed pipe is an outlet... so no stress about that...
Its a tight spot that, im sure youd need some work to find another solution.
:)
Cheers Marco, if you can get a picture of the void when you get the car back, be good thanks!
Yeah i know its the outlet, but its something that annoys me would like to try and relocate or make smoother...
Cheers Marco, if you can get a picture of the void when you get the car back, be good thanks!
Yeah i know its the outlet, but its something that annoys me would like to try and relocate or make smoother...
Yes, that little odd looking pipe does work my mind a little too...:rolleyes:
First of all nice ride m8.
What kind of power output do you have now (with the FMIC) ? Any numbers (quarter mile, 0-100, etc.) ?
I 'm interested in hearing the diference before/after FMIC
I will really have to take it back to the DYNO to be exact.
Even though it was a sorry @ss excuse for a DYNO TEST...
It was badly ventilated etc etc... but I will provide feedback soon.
UncleFester
28-05-2008, 12:58
Garrett VNT 22 - From Merc 320 CDI
Marco - just how much work was involved in getting this to fit, did you have to do any custom work with the flange / mounts?
richybigman
28-05-2008, 16:07
:wtf:
Love this car.
Marco do you have 35% tints all round? cheers
Marco - just how much work was involved in getting this to fit, did you have to do any custom work with the flange / mounts?
Yes, ... and also get it adapted for manifold.
Love this car.
Marco do you have 35% tints all round? cheers
Had them tinted before, but i guess it was a little darker.
But they have become illegal now here, to get them legal you have almost have to sleep with everyone in the traffic department and they will still give you a nice round "NO"
You can legalize 35% from the B-Pillar Backwards.... thats what we have in retarded countries... anyway.
Pic Update :
Intercooler And Oil Cooler Mounted
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Also got a new sump guard made and the rear lifted 1cm.
Just got to fit the LCR splitter now... for the 4th time.
looks amazing MDS...noticed any performance difference, car run smoother?
looks amazing MDS...noticed any performance difference, car run smoother?
It smokes less, especially top end ( its double the mass of the OEM IC)
About 10-20º cooler oil
The car responds a little better, feels a little sharper on the throttle...
More whack.... less squezing on the trottle...
Marco, You still havent posted a picture of the gap left from the old intercooler location!
Also Marco, have you now removed the oil cooler under the drivers seat (under the car) now you have one on the front of the car?
UncleFester
12-06-2008, 10:20
Marco, You still havent posted a picture of the gap left from the old intercooler location!
Also Marco, have you now removed the oil cooler under the drivers seat (under the car) now you have one on the front of the car?
That's a diesel fuel cooler not an oil cooler as far as i was aware.
Marco, You still havent posted a picture of the gap left from the old intercooler location!
Also Marco, have you now removed the oil cooler under the drivers seat (under the car) now you have one on the front of the car?
Sorry, I was travelling for the last 25 days, when i got back he had the car ready.
I had asked for pics of that. The only pics taken of it before finalizing the job are those i have posted here. :banned:
Thats a Diesel cooler as mentioned already.
That stayed.
The only thing removed from the whole conversion was the OEM IC.
;)
Blimey, you have a bigger IC, a oil cooler and diesel cooler, you good to own the coolest Leon here then... :lol:
have you noticed it pull better top end with the intake temps been lower? think i am having problems with my top end speed because of this.....
Blimey, you have a bigger IC, a oil cooler and diesel cooler, you good to own the coolest Leon here then... :lol:
Plus I had the AIR-CON Re-Gased today... :lol:
Dont get any cooler... :p
have you noticed it pull better top end with the intake temps been lower? think i am having problems with my top end speed because of this.....
Yes, it responds much better, also chews up the smoke more on top end...
Now this is defying the "more smoke = more poke" story... :cartman:
Going to get the ECU remmaped again this weekend, im sure alot more horsies can fit in there ...
so it is etter top end???? i am after a bigger ic as after full boot foe a few secs it starts to smoke i think its due to the high inlet temps but ya never know untiy tried lol
Well... ther could be many factors ...
But lower intake temps are always beneficial.
Well... ther could be many factors ...
But lower intake temps are always beneficial.
And a LONG FLAT ROAD on a fresh (slight chill) clear morning... ;) are always beneficial!
hmmmm hows your weather there my friends ?
Thought I´d leave some postcards here for you all... TEAZE :cartman:
SUMMER HAS ARRIVED - ALGARVE - PORTUGAL:funk:
http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/9500/praia01xc2.jpg
http://img95.imageshack.us/img95/4877/praia03xf8.jpg
http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/3188/praia02bp0.jpg
BTW : Spot the Aeroplane in the first pic with some fellows arriving from the UK...
The MoffMeister
25-06-2008, 16:24
the same as here actually :p :p
Bet your intercooler is working hard with that Algarve summer heat
Bet your intercooler is working hard with that Algarve summer heat
Yeah... and the oil cooler too.... they came JUST IN TIME :)
Terribly hot here lately...
Number86
26-06-2008, 10:34
I just got back from the Algarve yesterday!
Yes, it's quite hot there :)
Though I mostly saw basic spec Ibizas.
I think MDS is lying about his leon!
I just got back from the Algarve yesterday!
Yes, it's quite hot there :)
Though I mostly saw basic spec Ibizas.
I think MDS is lying about his leon!
Yeah... plenty Ibizas here too
And you didnt even tell me ? Oh well...
No "Drinks on me" ... for you :happy:
I work in Vilamoura and live in Faro... so you should see my Ghost Car quite often... if you in the Area...
timmahhhhhh
26-06-2008, 20:44
You ask how our weather is.............
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee62/timmy_twinkle_toes/rainy.jpg
Who's jealous now??
[B)]
You ask how our weather is.............
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee62/timmy_twinkle_toes/rainy.jpg
Who's jealous now??
[B)]
Gimme some cold... ahhaha cant take this heat no more... :cartman:
I bought a set of 17" OEM wheels + rubber from the UK.
A user on this forum too.... Thanks for everything HUDDS.
Since they SPORTECs are so ridiculously heavy...
I´ve decided to try these on for a while.
Much better now... The car is much faster off the mark...
Pics ...
R32 Brakes filling the gap...
http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/4185/005jx5.jpg
http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/9801/002sv3.jpg
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http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/1750/003sh8.jpg
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/9070/004ug9.jpg
Oh .. btw.. summer is still starting here fellas, and the beer is getting hot...
I always loved the standard wheels, if only they did them in 18's or 19's.
Car still looks good altho the rear could do with some spacers.
Its only temporary, ill throw in some spacers if i keep them on for longer...
I love them OEM wheels too.... Even the previous starfish -shaped model
I think they also alow the cars design to stand out more...
Back to the future...
2006
http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/951/001wl2.jpg
2008 :lol:
http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/1750/003sh8.jpg
nice!! i love your mods! i love your car!!!
Good to see my wheels have found a good home, they look much better on a silver car for some reason!
Back to the future...
2006
http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/951/001wl2.jpg
2008 :lol:
http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/1750/003sh8.jpg
That hedge has grown quickly. :cartman:
Love the car. :)
That hedge has grown quickly. :cartman:
Love the car. :)
Hahha... similiar backround...
Funny thing is... theyre 360 Km apart.
pah km
use miles mate, ur euro jibberish means nothing to us
lol
pah km
use miles mate, ur euro jibberish means nothing to us
lol
360 kilometers = 223.69 miles
Hihihih... C´mon you fellas are Europeans too...err sometimes... :cartman:
The MoffMeister
30-06-2008, 21:31
well we didnt ask to you know bloody labour have us bending over all the time haha
hi mds,
your car looks great! i love the led tail lights and illuminated gear knob
Camaleão_Ibiza
28-07-2008, 20:29
Simple and beautiful, the best Seat Leon I from portugal. :clap::thumbup:
I love the car :redface:.
Congratulations my friend Marco. :cheers:
Hey that's a coincidence... was just looking for those 17" OEM wheels too since my 19" cost a lot of MPG, power and handling...
Looking great, would consider some spacers though.
I have removed them already, rolling on the Sportecs again.
The 17s made the car a little lower... too low.. for the iron lids and potholes and all the rest.
Interestingly they belonged to a user from this forum : HUDDS...
So they came from that side of the pond :D
The car was much faster off the mark and also reached top speed much better with the 17´s.
I didnt really take note of the consumption ..
If Seat had made these in 18 it would be a real "cherry on top"
NickyJam
14-08-2008, 15:01
Mds doesn't stand for Marco dos Santos by any chance? If so you may be related to me :blink:
lol i was in Portimao end of July, wish i'd seen you drive past me in my 1984 Opel Kadett 1.6i :funk: (obviously nowhere near the same class hehehe)
I'm from near Evora (Vendas Novas if you know it) but born in London. got apartment in Quarteira
oh...neat motor by the way :clap:
I have removed them alreadu, rolling on the Sportecs again.
The 17s made the car a little lower... too low.. for the iron lids and potholes and all the rest.
What kind of suspension setup do you have?
Rocky Rocastle
16-08-2008, 12:13
just had a look through the whole thread for the first time and that is a very nice clean looking motor you got there,
top work
Mds doesn't stand for Marco dos Santos by any chance? If so you may be related to me :blink:
His email is mpdasilva@... Just a thought.
Mds doesn't stand for Marco dos Santos by any chance? If so you may be related to me :blink:
lol i was in Portimao end of July, wish i'd seen you drive past me in my 1984 Opel Kadett 1.6i :funk: (obviously nowhere near the same class hehehe)
I'm from near Evora (Vendas Novas if you know it) but born in London. got apartment in Quarteira
oh...neat motor by the way :clap:
No... close... Marco da Silva ;)
I live in Faro and work in Vilamoura... (next to Quarteira)
I have said before... if any fellas from here pop over, let me know...
ill glady meet up and have a few drinks... on me ;)
I drive it all over the Algarve, so it can be easily spotted...
Pity , maybe next time...
What kind of suspension setup do you have?
Now its on Weitec GT coilovers.
I ran it on FK HighSport II before.
His email is mpdasilva@... Just a thought.
:cartman: U got it right ... Spot On :D
dozza.13
17-08-2008, 00:12
Good work MDS. awesome car! :D
NickyJam
17-08-2008, 13:54
No... close... Marco da Silva ;)
I live in Faro and work in Vilamoura... (next to Quarteira)
I have said before... if any fellas from here pop over, let me know...
ill glady meet up and have a few drinks... on me ;)
I drive it all over the Algarve, so it can be easily spotted...
Pity , maybe next time...
cool Marco, look forward to seeing you around in the future. I'll jot down your email so i got some sort of way to contact you when i'm back in Portugal :D
take it easy [B)]
If you want lightweight get some TD pro race only 8.2kg each :) i tried them on mine and they really make the difference.
NEXT MOD :
New Gauge POD.
Pics of the part :
http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/6710/gaugepod2pk6.jpg
http://img409.imageshack.us/img409/6520/gaugepod1ja4.jpg
That looks very good. I am guessing that just fits on top of the steering wheel bit? Was it custom made?
That looks very good. I am guessing that just fits on top of the steering wheel bit? Was it custom made?
It fits on the steering boss.
Its not custom made, they are available for Golf 4.
I imported it from the US.
Since I have now upgraded the power again, and will have to take more attention to boost pressures, I will be fitting the gauge there.
The pics dont do much justice, but once fitted it will look very neat.
UncleFester
31-08-2008, 19:38
Awesome sell them as do 42draught designs :)
Awesome sell them as do 42draught designs :)
The brand name you're thinking of is 42 Draft, but Awesome sell NewSouth ColumnPods.
The MoffMeister
01-09-2008, 19:05
not sure on that to be honest think it would ruin your beautiful car
hmmmmm in all honesty mate i think the nomad pods look ten times better, but each to their own
I am going to test it in place before I make up my mind.... ;)
The MoffMeister
02-09-2008, 21:31
seen them and think its to crowded with that there
looks mint mate
have a silver one too but does not look as smart. love it all the same
Some night shots...
Cupra Lip back in place...
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AdamRoutley
11-09-2008, 11:42
looking sexual as alwaysss!!!
T. Spark
11-09-2008, 13:37
Great motor, and doing diesel's proud with that power, and maybe even more since by the sounds of it!
I recently changed my turbo, and was looking a custom manifold to bolt on something bigger, however didnt and just opted for the next step up, and am running 230bhp and just over 500nm.
I am however interested in your turbo set up, do you have pictures of the manifold and turbo set up? I have watched a few vids and the smoke seems to be OK, and if you have since taken some of that away with the new FMIC, would be just waht id be after, enough for people to know its a diesel as you go past, a!
I am going for a water IC kit next and hope to push my turbo up to what its good for a max. 260bhp.
I also might be popping down to Spain next year to see my brother, might come over to portugal to say hello :wave:
Great work on a awesome car.
Great motor, and doing diesel's proud with that power, and maybe even more since by the sounds of it!
I recently changed my turbo, and was looking a custom manifold to bolt on something bigger, however didnt and just opted for the next step up, and am running 230bhp and just over 500nm.
I am however interested in your turbo set up, do you have pictures of the manifold and turbo set up? I have watched a few vids and the smoke seems to be OK, and if you have since taken some of that away with the new FMIC, would be just waht id be after, enough for people to know its a diesel as you go past, a!
I am going for a water IC kit next and hope to push my turbo up to what its good for a max. 260bhp.
I also might be popping down to Spain next year to see my brother, might come over to portugal to say hello :wave:
Great work on a awesome car.Unfortunately i don’t have many pics of the engine parts and mods...
Most of the stuff on TDI upgrades has to be custom made... unfortunately...:blink:
My manifolds are made from aluminum and sort of curved in an 3 like pattern.
My last turbo (Garret 2256) popped a few weeks ago due to an EVIL REMAP. :cartman:
At the moment I am running a larger unit found on the new gen 6 Cyl. Merc. CDI engines. (Garrett 2056).
Its larger than the 2256, and has´nt had the tubines reworked, thus giving me more lag...
At the moment it opens up a little late, but when it kicks in ... all hell breaks loose...:rolleyes:
But I may just keep it like this as it allows me to hold back on throttle a little more… not so tempting !!!
Now it has much less smoke, coz the FMIC and Large turbo eat it all up... you will only see the occasional black puff when gears are changed... which is also how I like it…
I dont know what turbo you are running, but 260 is a already a nice figure for a TDI...
That’s more than enough on a TDI , Surely enough to thrash almost any car in its class...
My last controversial Dyno Test kicked out 254bhp/490 Nm, but I am sure its much more powerful with this new setup (Turbo + Remap).
My aim is 270hp... on an accurate Dyno.
I must take some time to make a few vidz shortly....
Please do visit when on this side of the world... you are most welcome... drinks on me…
I visit your side of the pond a few times also... without the Leon of course....
Going to be in London next week... and the week after that...
:clap:
Stunning car, very impressed. Have read this twice now but cant find any reference to where you got the gearknob. Please tell.
oops, don´t think I ever mentioned it on the post... sorry about that...
German Company - Makers of the Units for RIEGER and other aftermarket/OEM suppliers.
Their website : http://www.innovativca******.de (now in English too)
I think I saw them selling on the German eBay some time ago, but I can’t find it now....
I ordered direct and can only say great things about their service.
I ordered JUST the knob, NO Boot, and specifically for my engine spec.
They DO differ because of the gear shaft width on smaller engined LEONs.
Great motor, and doing diesel's proud with that power, and maybe even more since by the sounds of it!
I recently changed my turbo, and was looking a custom manifold to bolt on something bigger, however didnt and just opted for the next step up, and am running 230bhp and just over 500nm.
I am however interested in your turbo set up, do you have pictures of the manifold and turbo set up? I have watched a few vids and the smoke seems to be OK, and if you have since taken some of that away with the new FMIC, would be just waht id be after, enough for people to know its a diesel as you go past, a!
I am going for a water IC kit next and hope to push my turbo up to what its good for a max. 260bhp.
I also might be popping down to Spain next year to see my brother, might come over to portugal to say hello :wave:
Great work on a awesome car.
oh, dont forget to make a strong and sturdy support for your Turbo.
Many folks end up with cracked manifolds because of this... [B)]
T. Spark
15-09-2008, 11:38
Thanks for the reply's I am only running a PD150 turbo hybrid, so the manifold is all standard. However in time I will look at custom manifolds to bolt on a different turbo. Why did you not choose the 3.0 V6 turbo found on VW's?
Keep it VAG? :D
Mine is running 230bhp at the moment, but on a tame map, they usual run 240bhp+ so im hoping to get a IC spray then re-remap for more power. What sort of RPM's do you have power from and to?
Your car looks great aswell, not just fast!
oops, don´t think I ever mentioned it on the post... sorry about that...
German Company - Makers of the Units for RIEGER and other aftermarket/OEM suppliers.
Their website : http://www.innovativca******.de (now in English too)
I think I saw them selling on the German eBay some time ago, but I can’t find it now....
I ordered direct and can only say great things about their service.
I ordered JUST the knob, NO Boot, and specifically for my engine spec.
They DO differ because of the gear shaft width on smaller engined LEONs.
Marco, thanks very much for the info, I owe you a drink next time I'm on the Algarve :D
Thanks for the reply's I am only running a PD150 turbo hybrid, so the manifold is all standard. However in time I will look at custom manifolds to bolt on a different turbo. Why did you not choose the 3.0 V6 turbo found on VW's?
Keep it VAG? :D
Mine is running 230bhp at the moment, but on a tame map, they usual run 240bhp+ so im hoping to get a IC spray then re-remap for more power. What sort of RPM's do you have power from and to?
Your car looks great aswell, not just fast!
Thanks for the compiments... ;)
Re-Map will do most of the work... but map it after the FMIC is in place...
Initially my remap had power from about 2200 - 4500.
Now at the moment with the new hardware and software it opens up at 3000(for now) and has practically no limit... I can take it to the red ...[B)]
But when giving it stick i change at 5500rpm
Regarding the Turbo, at the time most big turbo´d VAG Diesels where 2.5 - 5 Cyl. which envolved a little more work in modding the manifolds.
The Turbos featured on Mercedes enginesare also known to last alot longer and behave better under stress. ie: dont break so often.
The Turbos on Alfa-Romeo 2.4 JTD angines are also said to be very nice...
T. Spark
16-09-2008, 09:52
Thats interesting indeed for future reference with my plans :) I am interested at your revs. You said you now take it to 5,500rpm, standard limiter is 5,100rpm so I assume you have uppped the limiter? Does it still feel like it has torque/power that high up?
Mine currently comes in just before 2,100rpm, and goes to 4,750rpm id say before the last 300 or so rpms of nothing. If be tempted to up the rpm's at a later date also.
just read the whole thread. awesome :clap:
Todays mods.
PSA Washer Nozzles.... (Mist Spray and Wider Coverage)
End Result. If you dont own a LEON, you´d probably never know.
http://img160.imageshack.us/my.php?image=psamijapl4.jpg
Close Up
http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/662/img2433wd2.jpg
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/9674/img2432bz7.jpg
In Action
http://img54.imageshack.us/img54/1498/img2425dx9.jpg
http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/7428/img2426ps8.jpg
http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/9264/img2429yj2.jpg
Interior View
http://img229.imageshack.us/img229/4198/img2431es9.jpg
Skorchio
16-09-2008, 21:59
Just read the thread :) always like the look of your car!!!! And that wash jet mod looks like a dead cert for me :)
Thats interesting indeed for future reference with my plans :) I am interested at your revs. You said you now take it to 5,500rpm, standard limiter is 5,100rpm so I assume you have uppped the limiter? Does it still feel like it has torque/power that high up?
Mine currently comes in just before 2,100rpm, and goes to 4,750rpm id say before the last 300 or so rpms of nothing. If be tempted to up the rpm's at a later date also.
I promised some fellas a few vids... Ill put them on here when I get it done.
The Remap has had practically all electronic limits removed, so there is power up there also. [B)]
Just read the thread :) always like the look of your car!!!! And that wash jet mod looks like a dead cert for me :)
Yes, its a cool little mod... and quite unique too.
Also forgot to post these last mods...
LCR Lip back in place... ( I luv this piece of plastic.... )
http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/49/img2434jx7.jpg
[B]BMC CDA ...
http://img229.imageshack.us/img229/8431/img2435ak2.jpg
Duct on the side of Battery...
http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/304/img2436yy8.jpg
Air Intake.
http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/2127/img2437ca6.jpg
http://img387.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mds02fc5.jpg
http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/8329/img2438fe2.jpg
FFS Marco where do you find all these small mods! :D
Graphic Doodle..
http://img524.imageshack.us/img524/9271/mds02il5.jpg
Thats all folks..... :funk:..............................................for now...:rolleyes:
Thanks for your comments. :redface:
FFS Marco where do you find all these small mods! :D
:lol:
I still got a few left up the sleeve... just need the time, and patience...
- Interior Light on Right side of the boot... like on the left...
- LED Light inside arm-rest when opened.
what do you think of the airfilter? whats the sound like? did you notice any better response etc???
what do you think of the airfilter? whats the sound like? did you notice any better response etc???
Yes...
I cant say i notice any noise...
Its not that tipical induction noise... I cant hear absolutely nothing...
but then again other noises probably deaden the filter...
I guess performance from this depends on your setup...I guess the BMC alone wont do much... but it is a little quicker off the mark...
And seems to contribute the eating up smoke...
The FMIC and BMC did a great job of cleaning the environment...[B)]
chrisphysics
17-09-2008, 02:22
Sorry if this is a repeat question. Where did you source those lovely washer nozzles. I could do with those.
Sorry if this is a repeat question. Where did you source those lovely washer nozzles. I could do with those.
They belong to the current range of PSA (Peugeot-Citroen) cars.
Any PSA dealer will have them ... ;)
Camaleão_Ibiza
17-09-2008, 08:46
:worship::worship::worship::worship: The best Leon of Portugal
Congratulations my friend Marco :clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:
Cheers [B)]
Next mods :
Larger exhaust tip.....
Will just have to get it worked as a dummy on the real exhaust pipe ( faces downward)
These are cut at an angle, so they sit perfectly under the rear bumper and match the car... no sticking out like my current LCR one.
Pics
http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/681/ie1am6.jpg
http://img503.imageshack.us/img503/6115/ie2lq2.jpg
Strut bar ...
Sparco one...
Just getting it painted in matt black... dont want that flashy red under the bonnet...
http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/2618/aaey7.jpg
The Sparco ref if anyone needs it ( for PD150 Engines)
http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/8481/img2450mp4.jpg
Should of gone the S3 one and cut your engine cover ala jonjay style :)
Looking good!
T. Spark
15-10-2008, 22:55
Cant wait for vids :)
yellowbeezer06
16-10-2008, 16:35
have to say mate, and no offence to others this is my favourite leon on here top job mate
Thanks for all the compliments fellas.....:redface:
Getting new pads fitted this weekend...
Had the disks surfaced as EBC have no stock anyware in the UK for new disks in this diam. These will have to last.
Going to paint the callipers again... some of the paint is flaking and the R32 Blue is showing...
http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/435/002ub9.jpg
http://img258.imageshack.us/img258/275/001et9.jpg
Also had the Brace painted in matt black...
Ive decided to keep the engine bay as OEM-Looking as possible...
Before :
http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/2618/aaey7.jpg
After :
http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/3457/003km6.jpg
Seat Mike
17-10-2008, 23:34
what a gawjus car you got there mate, was wondering where did you get that gear knob from??
cocadave
21-10-2008, 22:33
nice
what a gawjus car you got there mate, was wondering where did you get that gear knob from??
I asked the same a while back, MdS kindly provided the answer in post 216 :D
I asked the same a while back, MdS kindly provided the answer in post 216 :D
See their e-bay store : http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Innovativca******
Some work done on the weekend...
Had to fit the brakes, so I decided to give them a nice refurb....Make them NEW again
The wheels needed a really good wash inside...
http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/7704/img0059kf2.jpg
http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/2532/img0055li9.jpg
Polished Sportec Centre caps.... looking NEW once more...
http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/6894/img0068rs1.jpg
Final Result :
http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/7697/img0075cu6.jpg
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/6005/img0076kw0.jpg
http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/7172/img0079tr0.jpg
http://img80.imageshack.us/img80/4594/img0082kd0.jpg
Now the sump guard has some cartoons ... (Fellows at the workshop using their creativity hahaahhaa...)
http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/5606/img0087an6.jpg
More updates soon...
hey mate aren't you worried that the calipers are gonna rust real quikcly as you dodn't paint them and its now bare metal?
or are they painted?
hey mate aren't you worried that the calipers are gonna rust real quikcly as you dodn't paint them and its now bare metal?
or are they painted?
they're painted :)
and lol at the sump guard :D
hey mate aren't you worried that the calipers are gonna rust real quikcly as you dodn't paint them and its now bare metal?
or are they painted?
Thats the pic of them painted already.... Paint + Varnished in chrome silver :)