Can't let Merc do all the polishing!
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Post 632514 by Biff on 2013-08-04 21:27:59
Looking well dude! The s60 is my favourite model out of the ph2 base.
Post 632516 by stephenevans99 on 2013-08-04 21:28:34
Absolutely stunning......love the bootlid. Is it from CarbonFibreWerks?
Post 632518 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 21:29:53
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;632516]Absolutely stunning......love the bootlid. Is it from CarbonFibreWerks?[/QUOTE]
Yes it is. I bought it through Viva Performance though.
Post 632520 by t5 pete on 2013-08-04 21:32:00
looking stunning but merc said you've missed a bit lol
Im really liking the front splitter on the s60 looks lovely from the front with it
Post 632521 by stephenevans99 on 2013-08-04 21:32:29
To be honest....I wish I'd bought one rather than the spoiler that I've got fitted now. I just didn't discover them in time :(
That's one seriously hot looking S60 R :)
Post 632523 by Harvey on 2013-08-04 21:34:10
Nice looking motor,nice days work. Must get my finger out and do mine.
Post 632528 by LiamT4 on 2013-08-04 21:41:00
Both look good, but the s60 just edges it ;-)
one thing though, could honda have put any smaller brakes on the rear???? Can barely see them lol
Post 632530 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 21:42:54
[QUOTE=LiamT4;632528]Both look good, but the s60 just edges it ;-)
one thing though, could honda have put any smaller brakes on the rear???? Can barely see them lol[/QUOTE]
LOL, never really noticed. They work well though!
Post 632537 by AndysR on 2013-08-04 21:54:01
Both looking well there Chris, a credit to you. The S60 looks lovely with that boot lid fitted, finishes the look of the car off perfectly.
Which car did you end up taking to the Ring? Any pictures?
Post 632540 by volvokid on 2013-08-04 22:03:55
Best looking S60 I have seen in this country, I cant believe I like that front splitter so much!!!! usually not my thing, were's it from?
Post 632541 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 22:05:46
[QUOTE=volvokid;632540]Best looking S60 I have seen in this country, I cant believe I like that front splitter so much!!!! usually not my thing, were's it from?[/QUOTE]
Thanks mate. It's from Carbon Fiber Werks, via Viva Performance in the US of A.
Post 632544 by merc85 on 2013-08-04 22:08:09
[QUOTE=t5 pete;632520]looking stunning but merc said you've missed a bit lol
Im really liking the front splitter on the s60 looks lovely from the front with it[/QUOTE]
I wasnt gona mention the tail pipe lol, But seriously she looks very fresh and the Front splitter....... seriously sick mate ;)
Post 632545 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 22:08:16
[QUOTE=AndysR;632537]Both looking well there Chris, a credit to you. The S60 looks lovely with that boot lid fitted, finishes the look of the car off perfectly.
Which car did you end up taking to the Ring? Any pictures?[/QUOTE]
Thanks Andy.
I took the S60 to the Ring for the first time. It was 100% spot on for the whole trip. Next year it'll be the ATR though!
I took loads of pics yeah. I just never got round to posting them up, I'll sort it out when I get time!
Post 632546 by volvokid on 2013-08-04 22:08:53
I know why I like it now because all the front lips I have seen on the P2's just cover the corners and not the whole front so they look daft
Post 632548 by volvokid on 2013-08-04 22:10:03
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632541]Thanks mate. It's from Carbon Fiber Werks, via Viva Performance in the US of A.[/QUOTE]
Just seen the price, I can dream :)
Post 632550 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 22:11:47
[QUOTE=volvokid;632548]Just seen the price, I can dream :)[/QUOTE]
Yep! Factor in import duty and postage! It was an extravagance!!
Post 632552 by volvokid on 2013-08-04 22:14:11
Yeah its the price of a P1 R lol
Post 632553 by martybelfastt5 on 2013-08-04 22:14:41
s60 is looking fine!
Post 632555 by merc85 on 2013-08-04 22:21:01
[QUOTE=martybelfastt5;632553]s60 is looking fine![/QUOTE]
Certainly how a s60r should look.
Post 632557 by graemewelch on 2013-08-04 22:25:39
that it im hoping around mine with two buckets tomora. looks like youve done a cracking job on both cars, your rear sits higher than the front on the s60. mine is the same, im on eibach springs. its the one thing suspension wise that i hate about mine. poxy i know but it annoys me so much i was tempted to get the angle grinder out pedro style. loving the tints. i fancy getting mine done when funds allow. bet the outer of your front grill would look great if was satin black or colour coded. keep up the good work and more pics the better
Post 632560 by V70 Graham on 2013-08-04 22:36:13
Lovely cars, tints looking good, really liking the S60.
Post 632563 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 22:40:38
Cheers Graeme. I defo agree on the grill. It's something I thought of a couple of weeks ago myself.
I went with the Elevate springs from America, as they lower the rear more than the front (only 10mm or so), to bring it 'more' level than standard. But I do agree, it could do with a bit more in a perfect world. I looks worse as the picture was taken at a low angle.
The tints were a deal, got the ATR and R done for £280!
Post 632564 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 22:44:29
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;632560]Lovely cars, tints looking good, really liking the S60.[/QUOTE]
Cheers mate, it'll probably be minging again by the softies meet!
Post 632565 by graemewelch on 2013-08-04 22:44:50
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632563]Cheers Graeme. I defo agree on the grill. It's something I thought of a couple of weeks ago myself.
I went with the Elevate springs from America, as they lower the rear more than the front (only 10mm or so), to bring it 'more' level than standard. But I do agree, it could do with a bit more in a perfect world. I looks worse as the picture was taken at a low angle.
The tints were a deal, got the ATR and R done for £280![/QUOTE]
bargin. are the fronts done on the s60. im looking for tints that arnt very dark but can tell theyve been done but isnt that obvious theve been done if that makes sense
Post 632567 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-04 22:47:49
[QUOTE=graemewelch;632565]bargin. are the fronts done on the s60. im looking for tints that arnt very dark but can tell theyve been done but isnt that obvious theve been done if that makes sense[/QUOTE]
I haven't touched the fronts. All the glass had a very slight tint from the factory, and you're no longer allowed to mess with the front windows at all. It's not worth the agro of getting pulled for it. 2 Friends of mine have been pulled over and had to peel the tint film off at the side of the road!
Post 632573 by MIKESC70T5 on 2013-08-04 23:32:32
Looks absolutely cracking Chris, like others have said, the front end looks perfect.
Post 632589 by volvokid on 2013-08-05 07:54:14
Leet5 painted his grill surround black. It suits his car
Post 632606 by MIKESC70T5 on 2013-08-05 10:12:43
One thing that would make it even better would be to put some M badges on the boot :duck:
Post 632608 by stribo on 2013-08-05 10:20:55
The S60 looks cracking as always mate, don't park it next to ours at the softies meet.;)[QUOTE=MIKESC70T5;632606]One thing that would make it even better would be to put some M badges on the boot :duck:[/QUOTE]
I think you'll find your Beemer would look better with R badges.;)
Post 632654 by iancho on 2013-08-05 16:48:29
Both cars look Stunning Chris it must of been hard work.... How long did it take you?
Post 632668 by Dangerous Dave on 2013-08-05 17:07:36
Lovely looking motors there bud.
Those exhausts on the Accord though....need a bumper with cutouts to hide the boxes.
Post 632669 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 17:10:49
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;632668]Lovely looking motors there bud.
Those exhausts on the Accord though....need a bumper with cutouts to hide the boxes.[/QUOTE]
On the facelift model, there is no cutout for the rear exhausts. There is a very slight recess for the rear boxes, but not much. The standard boxes hang on show like that, but as they're black they don't show as much, not a lot you can do about it. I changed the rear section from what it was when I bought it, I personally, am super happy with the exhaust.
Post 632670 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 17:15:46
[QUOTE=iancho;632654]Both cars look Stunning Chris it must of been hard work.... How long did it take you?[/QUOTE]
Thanks Ian.
The accord didn't take too long. An hour or so maybe. It hasn't long been polished, so a wash off, blast over the paintwork with quick detailer, and some tyre gel, and she was good to go!
The S60R took around 4 hours. Washed off, clay bar'd, polished (megs ultimate), wheels waxed and tyre gel. I didn't have time to do the door/boot shuts and interior. Weekend hopefully!
Post 632680 by leet5r on 2013-08-05 17:36:31
the s60 looks hard as nails m8 , how does it compare to the s70 then , atr looks good to
Post 632681 by T5frankie on 2013-08-05 17:39:18
looks cracking chris, 1st time i've actually thought that was a nice colour, s60r will be my next volvo i reckon.............or a 740 turbo lol
Post 632682 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 17:43:13
[QUOTE=T5frankie;632681]looks cracking chris, 1st time i've actually thought that was a nice colour, s60r will be my next volvo i reckon.............or a 740 turbo lol[/QUOTE]
Cheers Frank. It's a totally different beast to when you first saw it!
There's a D plate 740 turbo estate at my local indy's. Having an engine replaced as it's ££££ itself. It's red with dark titans on, and a nice exhaust, looks luuuuurvely!
Post 632684 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 17:45:19
[QUOTE=leet5r;632680]the s60 looks hard as nails m8 , how does it compare to the s70 then , atr looks good to[/QUOTE]
Thanks Lee, it's a totally different animal to the S70. I miss the rawness and noise from the S70, but apart from that, it's miles better in every way. More comfortable and refined, handles better, and faster. Do miss that noise though!
Post 632685 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 17:52:44
looking good buddy!
Post 632686 by T5frankie on 2013-08-05 18:00:31
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632684]Thanks Lee, it's a totally different animal to the S70. I miss the rawness and noise from the S70, but apart from that, it's miles better in every way. More comfortable and refined, handles better, and faster. Do miss that noise though![/QUOTE]
de-cat yours then
Post 632690 by graemewelch on 2013-08-05 18:13:18
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632684]Thanks Lee, it's a totally different animal to the S70. I miss the rawness and noise from the S70, but apart from that, it's miles better in every way. More comfortable and refined, handles better, and faster. Do miss that noise though![/QUOTE]
what exhaust you running chris. you got a 3" down pipe fitted. could always get a smaller silencer thatl beef up the exhaust a bit
Post 632692 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 18:15:19
decat dint do much for noise here. just a bit of popping actian....get the middle box removed fro noise!
Post 632693 by graemewelch on 2013-08-05 18:17:53
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632692]decat dint do much for noise here. just a bit of popping actian....get the middle box removed fro noise![/QUOTE]
mines only got a rear silencer and its almost as quiet as standard exhaust with two silencers. has got standard down pipe fitted though
Post 632694 by T5frankie on 2013-08-05 18:20:42
when you decat an 850/phase 1 it makes a massive difference to the noise
Post 632699 by graemewelch on 2013-08-05 18:33:19
[QUOTE=T5frankie;632694]when you decat an 850/phase 1 it makes a massive difference to the noise[/QUOTE]
im not surpised the size of the cat. it should be called a suitecase cat
Post 632701 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:39:56
[QUOTE=graemewelch;632690]what exhaust you running chris. you got a 3" down pipe fitted. [/QUOTE]
Yeah one you made me!!
With a Feritta cat back. I did toy with the idea of going and seeing the guy that built the Accord exhaust. It's the only custom exhaust I've seen where the workmanship is better than any off the shelf system I've seen. Most people who get a 'custom' exhaust aren't that truthful when it comes to how good it actually is. Most custom exhausts I've seen have been utter bilge.
I'm open to options if anyone has any experience of a nice sounding exhaust on a P2 T5/R?
The S70 had a Feritta d/p and Miltek catback. It had zero drone at any RPM. Was nice and subtle when pottering, and sounded like a jet plane on full chat! Any chance of achieving that on a P2 R?
I've got an Elevate AMS to go on, so that will add some induction noise.
Post 632703 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:41:16
[QUOTE=T5frankie;632686]de-cat yours then[/QUOTE]
I can't see that making any difference. It's got a 3" dp with a race cat.
Post 632705 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:43:30
Has anyone heard a P2 that sounds as nice as a P1 with a D/P and Miltek? I haven't! Nowhere near!
Post 632706 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 18:45:38
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632701]Yeah one you made me!!
With a Feritta cat back. I did toy with the idea of going and seeing the guy that built the Accord exhaust. It's the only custom exhaust I've seen where the workmanship is better than any off the shelf system I've seen. Most people who get a 'custom' exhaust aren't that truthful when it comes to how good it actually is. Most custom exhausts I've seen have been utter bilge.
I'm open to options if anyone has any experience of a nice sounding exhaust on a P2 T5/R?
The S70 had a Feritta d/p and Miltek catback. It had zero drone at any RPM. Was nice and subtle when pottering, and sounded like a jet plane on full chat! Any chance of achieving that on a P2 R?
I've got an Elevate AMS to go on, so that will add some induction noise.[/QUOTE]
mines like that, quiet when it wants to be, then mental when giving it the beans :D
ive got a 3" decat dp with custom powerflow catback. sounds beautiful!
Post 632707 by LiamT4 on 2013-08-05 18:45:42
De-cat only makes a big difference (noise wise) on the 850s because of its size........made hardly any difference on my t4.
Post 632708 by LiamT4 on 2013-08-05 18:46:38
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632705]Has anyone heard a P2 that sounds as nice as a P1 with a D/P and Miltek? I haven't! Nowhere near![/QUOTE]
Theres a reason miltek are expensive.........
Post 632709 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:46:53
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632706]mines like that, quiet when it wants to be, then mental when giving it the beans :D
ive got a 3" decat dp with custom powerflow catback. sounds beautiful!
[/QUOTE]
Where'd you get that done? Any videos?
I had a Powerflow on my S70 from the local franchise. It was absolute ££££e!
Post 632711 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 18:48:04
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632709]Where'd you get that done? Any videos?
I had a Powerflow on my S70 from the local franchise. It was absolute ££££e![/QUOTE]
welsh coast customs in newport
no vids, will try and get one soon tho ;)
Post 632712 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:49:18
[QUOTE=LiamT4;632708]Theres a reason miltek are expensive.........[/QUOTE]
Oh yeah I know. I bought mine from Darth Cabletie & The Poisoned Dwarf years ago, and sold it for the same money I paid last year!
Unfortunately they don't make one for a P2!
Post 632713 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:49:51
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632711]welsh coast customs in newport
no vids, will try and get one soon tho ;)[/QUOTE]
That would be great mate. I'm more than willing to travel to get what I want!
Post 632714 by LiamT4 on 2013-08-05 18:51:36
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632712]Oh yeah I know. I bought mine from Darth Cabletie & The Poisoned Dwarf years ago, and sold it for the same money I paid last year!
Unfortunately they don't make one for a P2![/QUOTE]
I take it they just stopped making them for volvos completly then, shame.
Post 632715 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 18:53:19
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632713]That would be great mate. I'm more than willing to travel to get what I want![/QUOTE]
if you give me a few minutes. i can try and get a good vid. and from cold too maybe lol
also theyr fb page if any good to u lol
https://www.facebook.com/welsh.c.customs?fref=ts
Post 632716 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 18:54:27
[QUOTE=LiamT4;632714]I take it they just stopped making them for volvos completly then, shame.[/QUOTE]
I know they won't make any more P1 exhausts unless someone puts in a minimum order of 10! Don't think they even bothered with a P2.
Post 632722 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 19:05:55
to show you how a black grill would look ;)
Post 632724 by graemewelch on 2013-08-05 19:07:15
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;632701]Yeah one you made me!!
With a Feritta cat back. I did toy with the idea of going and seeing the guy that built the Accord exhaust. It's the only custom exhaust I've seen where the workmanship is better than any off the shelf system I've seen. Most people who get a 'custom' exhaust aren't that truthful when it comes to how good it actually is. Most custom exhausts I've seen have been utter bilge.
I'm open to options if anyone has any experience of a nice sounding exhaust on a P2 T5/R?
The S70 had a Feritta d/p and Miltek catback. It had zero drone at any RPM. Was nice and subtle when pottering, and sounded like a jet plane on full chat! Any chance of achieving that on a P2 R?
I've got an Elevate AMS to go on, so that will add some induction noise.[/QUOTE]
must of been a while ago, id forgot id made it for you. hope the qulaity of it was ok. i know what you mean about quality of some systems, im seen proper chod over the years. if it was me ifreplace the front section with a stright bit of pipe so it bolts to down pipe than sleeves over the exhaust wear the silencer used to be. that should beef it up a canny bit. that way if you dont like it you can alway get a sleeve welded on the ferrata and its back to norm
Post 632725 by LiamT4 on 2013-08-05 19:08:09
Nah, keep it silver, it matches the fmic ;-)
Post 632726 by graemewelch on 2013-08-05 19:08:10
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632722]to show you how a black grill would look ;)
[/QUOTE]
colour coded would be best i rekon
Post 632729 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 19:15:47
think the black sets off the lower lip
Post 632732 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 19:25:57
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632729]think the black sets off the lower lip[/QUOTE]
Maybe more of a dark anthracite colour to match the wheels and splitter?
Post 632743 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 19:47:09
better?
video uploading!
Post 632746 by volvokid on 2013-08-05 19:48:37
Get that roof wrapped!!! this is an awesome car!
Post 632748 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 19:50:03
CLICKY ^^^
will obv sound better in drive too ;)
Post 632750 by volvokid on 2013-08-05 19:55:15
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632748]
CLICKY ^^^
will obv sound better in drive too ;)[/QUOTE]
I cant wait to get my exhaust at some point, i've been put of with powerflow, most people say they are rubbish even though I have had 3 and the saffy has one, I probably couldnt tell if its a good exhaust or a bad one. dont think they do 3" though.
Post 632754 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 20:07:20
suppose fitter is a big part in it i guess!
gareth at welsh coast is boss! they do loads there and can walk out with the likes of tubulars, fmic's, new turbos etc
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Post 632761 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 20:14:49
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632743]better?
video uploading![/QUOTE]
Yes! I'm aroused!!
Post 632763 by AndysR on 2013-08-05 20:17:17
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632743]better?
video uploading![/QUOTE]
That looks the nuts! Get it done Chris :)
Post 632764 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 20:17:39
[QUOTE=T5RatherAmusin;632748]
CLICKY ^^^
will obv sound better in drive too ;)[/QUOTE]
Yeah that's sounds good! Sounds much more throaty than the Feritta.
Post 632765 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-05 20:18:56
[QUOTE=AndysR;632763]That looks the nuts! Get it done Chris :)[/QUOTE]
I completely agree! On the list!!
Post 632768 by T5RatherAmusin on 2013-08-05 20:22:37
no probs chris! maybe roof and mirrors done too?
when i got my roof done. it made the car look lower too lol :)
Post 632820 by leet5r on 2013-08-05 21:33:16
AAS in Newcastle are really good for custom exhausts m8y
Post 632842 by graemewelch on 2013-08-05 22:09:03
[QUOTE=leet5r;632820]AAS in Newcastle are really good for custom exhausts m8y[/QUOTE]
a few of my mates have had systems built there. top job every time
Post 633569 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-08 18:50:32
Nothing super exciting, but fitted new number plates to the ATR this week. The front plate is only 80mm deep, to fit in the bumper recess, looks a thousand times better IMHO.
I have a personalised plate to go on the S60, that's been on retention since January! I'll get that sorted shortly.
Post 633634 by graemewelch on 2013-08-08 21:07:06
front end looks realy mean
Post 633643 by volvokid on 2013-08-08 21:31:39
My cousin did that to his ATR and has the fine to prove it, he is still driving with it on.......
Post 633664 by S70T5Chris on 2013-08-08 22:29:56
[QUOTE=volvokid;633643]My cousin did that to his ATR and has the fine to prove it, he is still driving with it on.......[/QUOTE]
Lots do it. It'd have to be a pretty mean rozzer to give you a ticket for that I think! We'll see!
