Tweeking my XTen - questions - Page 4

forestergump · 12-06-2012, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by theshootist

I look at that pic now and think - "maybe time for some mudflaps!"

To be fair the range rover (and RR sport which you can just see in the background) all managed to get down the field, it got stuck on the way back. With all terrain tyres it was been unstoppable until then.

Hmmmm - stuck is stuck. You weren't....

SiPie · 12-06-2012, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by theshootist

I look at that pic now and think - "maybe time for some mudflaps!"

I look at that pic now and think "I didn't realise they were still filming 'Last of the Summer Wine'"

sahunt · 01-06-2013, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by theshootist

...the SLS replaced with Pedders springs and dampers,...

Hi Theshootist,

Do you have any further opinions on the Pedders setup now you've had it on there for a few weeks? Thinking of getting a set as my rear end is listing to port and I suspect a weak SLS.

Did you replace all four, or leave the front stock?

Thanks

-- Steve

Pindie · 01-06-2013, 03:58 AM

300bhp on AT tyres. That is going to be serious fun!

theshootist · 01-06-2013, 06:18 AM

I honestly can't tell any difference with the pedders set up. Its coped with everything I've thrown at it through December. Seems to have been a good option over sls.

colin4130 · 01-06-2013, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by theshootist

I honestly can't tell any difference with the pedders set up. Its coped with everything I've thrown at it through December. Seems to have been a good option over sls.

Did you go for the standard springs from Pedders or their lower ones?

theshootist · 01-06-2013, 06:51 AM

Standard. My car does go offroad occasionally so I need the ground clearance.

colin4130 · 01-06-2013, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by theshootist

Standard. My car does go offroad occasionally so I need the ground clearance.

Cheers for the info - Paul looks after my Forester too, and noticed that one of the front struts is starting to sweat/weep slightly at the last service.

I have been considering the Pedders route for a while now as a few on here seem very pleased with them, and was keen to get some feedback from anyone using their slightly lower springs...

andycook · 01-06-2013, 08:15 AM

brilliant piccy !

sahunt · 01-06-2013, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by theshootist

I honestly can't tell any difference with the pedders set up. Its coped with everything I've thrown at it through December. Seems to have been a good option over sls.

Sounds good, thanks. I def can't justify the cash for new SLS (and was never really convinced they did much levelling anyway) so these seem like a good bet for pretty low outlay.

-- Steve

theshootist · 02-04-2013, 04:15 AM

Wasn't sure which thread to update as I have started a couple - this seemed the most relevant!

The forester went back to extreme this morning for an SC36 turbo, new injectors (pink 550cc rather than the original plan of decapping) and a remap. I will hopefully also have the exhaust box sent back to H&S for some extra sound proofing, as at the moment 2 hrs on the motorway is very tiring and its a bit too loud for me.

Scc28 · 02-04-2013, 04:24 AM

sc36, nice choice you should be able to get some serious power out of that now! you should easily get more than 350bhp im guessing, just be carefull on the tq figures!

theshootist · 02-04-2013, 05:39 AM

It would be great to reach 350 bhp, but I will wait and see. All the reports I read about the SC36 say that it spools up quickly, which is what I need - along with a good power increase.

I won't know what power its making when I pick it up as it will be mapped on the road.

theshootist · 02-21-2013, 05:59 AM

SC36 and 850cc injectors now fitted - just waiting on the remap. Can't wait!

Sadly an STI underbody panel I sourced does not fit my '05 XTen.

Scc28 · 02-21-2013, 06:05 AM

i think youre going to make my 341 look lowly!

01-06-2013, 08:15 AM	#54 (permalink)
andycook Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 152 Location: Aberdenshire, SCOTLAND Car Year: MY08 Car Model: Forester 2.5XTEn Transmission: manual Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	brilliant piccy ! __________________ 00 Landcruiser 02 n/a Forester 08 XTEn Forester

02-04-2013, 04:24 AM	#57 (permalink)
Scc28 Forum Member Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 1,809 Location: The Dark Hills Car Year: 2005 Car Model: xt Transmission: magic wand Gallery: 58 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	sc36, nice choice you should be able to get some serious power out of that now! you should easily get more than 350bhp im guessing, just be carefull on the tq figures! __________________ New and Improved 341bhp/355lb 富士重工業株式会社

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Scc28 Forum Member Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 1,809 Location: The Dark Hills Car Year: 2005 Car Model: xt Transmission: magic wand Gallery: 58 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	i think youre going to make my 341 look lowly! __________________ New and Improved 341bhp/355lb 富士重工業株式会社

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01-06-2013, 03:58 AM	#49 (permalink)
Pindie Forum Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 2,561 Location: Wales Car Year: 2012 Car Model: Was XT now WRX STi Transmission: Man stick Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	300bhp on AT tyres. That is going to be serious fun!

01-06-2013, 06:18 AM	#50 (permalink)
theshootist Forum Member Thread Starter Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 167 Location: London Car Year: 2005 Car Model: Forester 2.5 XTen Transmission: Manual Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I honestly can't tell any difference with the pedders set up. Its coped with everything I've thrown at it through December. Seems to have been a good option over sls.

01-06-2013, 06:51 AM	#52 (permalink)
theshootist Forum Member Thread Starter Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 167 Location: London Car Year: 2005 Car Model: Forester 2.5 XTen Transmission: Manual Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Standard. My car does go offroad occasionally so I need the ground clearance.

02-04-2013, 04:15 AM	#56 (permalink)
theshootist Forum Member Thread Starter Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 167 Location: London Car Year: 2005 Car Model: Forester 2.5 XTen Transmission: Manual Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Wasn't sure which thread to update as I have started a couple - this seemed the most relevant! The forester went back to extreme this morning for an SC36 turbo, new injectors (pink 550cc rather than the original plan of decapping) and a remap. I will hopefully also have the exhaust box sent back to H&S for some extra sound proofing, as at the moment 2 hrs on the motorway is very tiring and its a bit too loud for me.

02-04-2013, 05:39 AM	#58 (permalink)
theshootist Forum Member Thread Starter Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 167 Location: London Car Year: 2005 Car Model: Forester 2.5 XTen Transmission: Manual Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It would be great to reach 350 bhp, but I will wait and see. All the reports I read about the SC36 say that it spools up quickly, which is what I need - along with a good power increase. I won't know what power its making when I pick it up as it will be mapped on the road.

02-21-2013, 05:59 AM	#59 (permalink)
theshootist Forum Member Thread Starter Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 167 Location: London Car Year: 2005 Car Model: Forester 2.5 XTen Transmission: Manual Gallery: 0 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	SC36 and 850cc injectors now fitted - just waiting on the remap. Can't wait! Sadly an STI underbody panel I sourced does not fit my '05 XTen.

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