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matt owens

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My Grande Punto Abarth
« on: March 14, 2010, 04:15:34 PM »
Here are some pictures of a few of the modifications so far. Exterior pictures later (once it's been cleaned).

michael

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #1 on: March 14, 2010, 04:18:51 PM »
i like them seats :thumb:

matt owens

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #2 on: March 14, 2010, 04:33:15 PM »
And a couple more pictures.

matt owens

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #3 on: March 14, 2010, 04:35:14 PM »
This has become a bit of a long term project, I have a few more things planned in the future when finances allow.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #4 on: March 14, 2010, 04:46:10 PM »
Them seats look gorgeous  :thumb:

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #5 on: March 14, 2010, 06:18:28 PM »
amazing seats :)

matt owens

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #6 on: March 15, 2010, 04:40:19 PM »
They were a big investment, but well worth it, very supportive and comfortable even on long journeys. I know you can get Recaros cheaper, but they are used in so many different cars, these are bespoke to Abarths.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #7 on: March 16, 2010, 11:25:36 PM »
I love those seats but just can`t justify spending that much on them unfortunately :'(

How`s the exhaust?
Is it loud?

I am looking at getting a new system but do a hell of a lot of miles so don`t want enything ott.

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matt owens

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #8 on: March 17, 2010, 06:38:37 PM »
Although I've got rid of the centre silencer, it isn't actually any louder than the original system, the exhaust note is a bit deeper now. Most of the noise is made by the induction system, there is more turbo noise and occasional "rally car style" chatter/flutter when you lift off the throttle. At motorway cruising speeds it is still fairly quiet, alot better than some systems I've had on previous cars.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #9 on: March 17, 2010, 07:07:41 PM »
Your induction kit looks like it has fit in better than what mine has looking at that ???
AGP scorpian black, custom quad exhaust, carbon fibre wrapped bonnet,spoiler and centre console, forge intercooler,induction kit,boost hoses,TMC tuned, eibach sportlines.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #10 on: March 17, 2010, 07:15:58 PM »
It took a few attempts to get it close to being right, I didn't use the threaded mount provided in the kit as it was way too short. Instead I used a bolt to secure it to the chassis leg. I have also ordered the silicone breather hose from Forge which I am waiting for, although it's been a couple of weeks and still no sign of it. I am also thinking of swapping the filter element that came with the kit for possibly a K&N item, as the metal cap is going rusty, so it looks like I'll be spending a bit of time measuring things up soon.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #11 on: March 19, 2010, 11:58:29 AM »
Yes I get you.
I got the breather hose from forge fitted it on all is well with it and is probably needed to be honest as the original does need replacing when the kit is put on but I'm sure it did not take weeks to get it.
I have also been thinking about replacing the filter aswell due to the rusting but it is not that bad yet.
AGP scorpian black, custom quad exhaust, carbon fibre wrapped bonnet,spoiler and centre console, forge intercooler,induction kit,boost hoses,TMC tuned, eibach sportlines.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #12 on: March 19, 2010, 04:38:02 PM »
Managed to polish some of the rust off last night, it looks a bit better now, and still haven't heard anything from Forge yet.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #13 on: March 21, 2010, 06:05:38 PM »
Some exterior photos now it's clean.

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Re: My Grande Punto Abarth
« Reply #14 on: March 21, 2010, 07:12:08 PM »
Have you got a low down front end shot so we can see that shiny intercooler. Love the seats by the way  :thumb:

 

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