FMIC choices and how to guide

[ReDBull]

So while my Dad was sorting out the brakets and the driver side wheel was off. I re sprayed the driver side Brembo. They where in a mess. 



I went a little OTT with the masking!


After six coats for heat proof red pain I bought from eBay. Unfortunately I forgot to bring the Brembo stickers with me.


At this point the beer had begun to flow and dinner was ready. So I forgot to get photos of the top brackets! But here's a side on photo with out Olivia in the way.

http://s594.photobucket.com/albums/tt26/redbull2525/?action=view&current=EBB5D0F3-66E5-4DEA-B12C-79093D4CF4B6-378-000000569092AA64.jpg



Mums just cooked a fry up (with black pudding to!!!!) so we'll be back to work soon. I'll keep you posted on progress. 

[ReDBull]

For relocating the horn I used the mounting point for the passenger side, side mount intercooler. 



Brackets for the top of the core. 




Top of the bumper bar marked off


Bottom of the bumper bar


This is how much was removed. 


And fitted. 






This is the brake pain I used. Drys very quickly and is good up to 650 C. Bought from eBay 


The jubilee clips used


As we decided to used the rubber air deflector at the bottom of the IC. Everything is a little hight than on other set ups. This means that I won't be able to mount the oil cooler on top of the crash bar. So its going in place of the drivers side side mount IC. Also it means the 45 deg 76/63 mm reducer goes  partly over the thread for the towing eye. I can get the hook on but I wouldn't want to drive a track day like that so I'll buy and fit a strap.
 I'm very pleased with the set up. Just need to fit the oil cooler and re fit the bumper. I've also painted the passenger side Brembo. 

[ReDBull]

The photo of the horn mounting was the wrong one I'm sure you guess that. 
Here it is. 


So it's all fitted and I'm back home. I'll post up the rest of the photos later as photobucket is not playing again. Unfortunately there was zero chance of re fitting the fogs so they've been bined. There was a far bit of bumper trimming needed. Mainly the plastic to channel air to the side mounts. Also the temp sensor had to be moved. 
So initial impresions on the test drive. Even driving in traffic at 30 the throttle respons is much improved. The first time I came to a nation speed limit sign. Again much quicker spool of the turbo. When my Dad asked me what does it feel like I replied that the car feels lighter lol. So yes more torque more power. The delivery is much smoother and it pulls harder high in the rev range. 
Driving home on the motorway crusing at 70 in sixth touch the throttle again it more responsive and pulls harder. Then driving down the A15 over taking slow traffic was it ecelleration is stronger and much smoother. I hope this makes sense as I'm tired and need a shower. 
A big thanks to my Dad. I really enjoyed fitting the FMIC. If you're thinking about fitting one have a good read of all the treads on fitting and go for it. It's one of the best £200 you'll spend. 

[jamie1989]

Awsome write up mate

[ReDBull]

Awsome write up mate

Thanks it really has made a big difference to the car and I really enjoyed fitting it!

Well that's two new Goodyear Aysemtric 2's order from Etyers. They'll be fitted tomorrow. If you've not tried  etyres give them a go you.  Order one day they fit at a time and place that suits you the next. Always turn up on time as well!
Ok last few photos. 
This is what we had to remove from the inside of the bumper. 


I'll get a few shots of the with the bumper on tonight as I forgot yesterday. 
I'm really looking forward to getting new Tyres and brakes fitted. 

As I noticed this when the wheels came off!

I blame it on the diff....

[ReDBull]

Time for some photos with the bumper on. 





The photos aren't great as it's dull out and there're taken on my iPhone. Evern though I did spray it black it still doesn't stand out to much. It's obvious if you now what a FMIC looks look but doesn't stand out. I forgot to mention that we also needed to trim the fog light grills slightly. 
Also the oil cooler fitting is a job for another day as we ran out of time. It's going to be mounted in place of the drivers side SMIC. Looking forward to getting the new Tyres fitted so I can go for a proper drive!

[paultownsend]

i bow down to you sir.

[paultownsend]

That cooler is Great for a ko4, but for my measly hairdryer ko3, what size cooler is recommended?
I want to keep the lag away......

[paultownsend]

i was just reading this thread on ASN
http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-forum-8l-chassis/156049-fmic-setup-a3-8l-correct-not.html

which i believe Prawn, you advised also.

as im sticking with a k03, i wanted to use a small er cooler

http://www.toyosports.co.uk/fmic-ffront-mount-turbo-intercooler-type-s-550x140x65mm-5999-605-p.asp

instead of using a pair of 76-63  90 degree reducer, would i be able to use a pair of 90' 63mm hoses? (the above cooler isnt as wide)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/63mm-2-1-2-ID-90-Degree-Elbow-Silicone-Hose-Red-Bend-/140306985449?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item20aaf2b1e9

i will then run a cold side DV and ATP quick tap for the n75

any help would be great

[pickles]

any info on what happens with the N75 valve ie quick taps or whatevers used, i assume the DV relocation is necessary?