Sneak Forge Fabia FMIC pics

WW_VRS · 17-06-2005, 07:06

Looks like you're pretty pleased with it then

ForgeMotorsportUK · 17-06-2005, 07:32

Front end view , as Rich said logging / testing will be done with this 40 mm core and we may go to 50 mm

FabiaTDi · 17-06-2005, 07:40

Fitment looks very neat indeed!

WW_VRS · 17-06-2005, 08:27

Just spotted this thread: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/t22830-budget-fmic.html

A certain person who just got his FMIC fitted posted in there

Looks like this weekend is one of those hot days Colin's referring to in that thread, heehee

Must admit that FMIC does look pretty tempting

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 09:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by WW_VRS

Just spotted this thread: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/t22830-budget-fmic.html

A certain person who just got his FMIC fitted posted in there

Looks like this weekend is one of those hot days Colin's referring to in that thread, heehee

Must admit that FMIC does look pretty tempting

Lol!
Let me explain...
Ive recently decided that coz my car is pushing 45k in only a year and a half, its worth naff all at trade in.. plus im generally very happy with it.. i made the decsion just to splurge on getting it modified.. at the same time its paving the way for "groundbreaking" new mods for my other furby-owning friends

besides, ive only driven up the motorway with this fmic on and im a total convert

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 09:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by ForgeMotorsportUK

Front end view , as Rich said logging / testing will be done with this 40 mm core and we may go to 50 mm

Mmmmmm That looks nice

SkodiRS · 17-06-2005, 09:31

Lookin good Col.....I also must admit to noticing a difference of FMIC when using on M-Ways and A roads....quite astonished actually.

But enough of that.....did Col D ask about "my" DV?

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 09:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by SkodiRS

Lookin good Col.....I also must admit to noticing a difference of FMIC when using on M-Ways and A roads....quite astonished actually.

But enough of that.....did Col D ask about "my" DV?

I think he did. he was there for a good few hours before i arrived.

faboka vrs · 17-06-2005, 09:58

Looks good Col. Can't wait to see how it holds up tomorrow. Should be a very good test.

Jon TDI · 17-06-2005, 10:00

Does look like a very neat install.

flatfourburble · 17-06-2005, 10:15

Very nice indeed

me want me want!

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 10:28

Few features i like about this kit is how it utilizes existing pipes where possible (keeping costs down)..

Those two silver things at the top of the picture are convertors. they plug into the fabias existing "quick release" pipework to allow jublee clips (which are better in my opinion) to be used for the rest of the fmic pipework.
also as you can see, all the pipework has been custom fabricated.. and in just three days! its impressive and reassuring that forge are their own engineering and machining company, so know whats what when it comes to building pipework.

The kit runs from the end of the plastic pipe down the left side of the engine, down into the bumper, thru the fmic, and round the back of the engine where it joins up with the turbo exit pipe.

WW_VRS · 17-06-2005, 10:36

What would the impact be of making it 50 rather than 40mm as far as lag is concerned, more volume to 'fill' wouldnt it?

On a related to IC question - what happens with the old IC, is that just left where it is, disconnected no doubt, or is that area going to be usable for other stuff?

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 10:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by WW_VRS

What would the impact be of making it 50 rather than 40mm as far as lag is concerned, more volume to 'fill' wouldnt it?

On a related to IC question - what happens with the old IC, is that just left where it is, disconnected no doubt, or is that area going to be usable for other stuff?

Thats what im going to find out over the next week or two.. as its a first for Forge, they dont want to go "overkill" that will affect driveability.
this current core doenst affect lag at all.. and is approx twice the capacity of the std side mount.
the side mount is currently in a box in the boot of my car... its tiny in comparison to this

Jon TDI · 17-06-2005, 10:55

The FMIC does look a hell of a lot bigger than the OEM SMIC!

The only thing I would do is paint/anodise the mounting brackets in black. They look a bit too bling thro' the grill!

WW_VRS · 17-06-2005, 11:00

I'm guessing a hybrid turbo would help get rid of the lag a little more if you find there is lag

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 11:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by WW_VRS

I'm guessing a hybrid turbo would help get rid of the lag a little more if you find there is lag

Oh yes.. lol

I found out that the std sidemount on the fabia is actually smaller than one on the octi RS.. i didnt expect that, the surface area is the same, but the octy one is about an inch deeper, which increases its capacity over the Fabia one.. also the octavia has bigger pipework.

I quite like the mounting brackets... a Little bling never harmed anyone... plus ColinD summed it up nicely.. it looks like a cop car thru the rear-veiw mirror

Jon TDI · 17-06-2005, 11:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neo_VR

Oh yes.. lol

I found out that the std sidemount on the fabia is actually smaller than one on the octi RS.. i didnt expect that, the surface area is the same, but the octy one is about an inch deeper, which increases its capacity over the Fabia one.. also the octavia has bigger pipework.

I quite like the mounting brackets... a Little bling never harmed anyone... plus ColinD summed it up nicely.. it looks like a cop car thru the rear-veiw mirror

I bet people will slow if they see you behind them!

I like the stealth approach. Wolf in sheeps clothing!

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 11:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jon TDI

I bet people will slow if they see you behind them!

I like the stealth approach. Wolf in sheeps clothing!

Me too..

but i also want people to know "ok maybe i shouldnt mess"
it should give a nice differentiation between people in the know with cars.. and bmw owners

flatfourburble · 17-06-2005, 11:54

Colin when will we see any figure/results.

The "heatwave" this weekend should be a good test for it?

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 12:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by flatfourburble

Colin when will we see any figure/results.

The "heatwave" this weekend should be a good test for it?

Yep.. just charging the laptop up now to go get some logging done.. but as mentioned above, i can already feel the difference.

Glider · 17-06-2005, 12:14

Did you get a chance to Rolling road it before and after. The Seat one I saw gave 12bhp, twin TT gives around 9bhp just wondered if the new Forge one does any better.

***Neo_VR*** · 17-06-2005, 12:17

we didnt get a chance to RR due to time constraints.
but it will be done by Forge in the future, to get some good, repeatable results

flatfourburble · 17-06-2005, 12:33

Sounds good colin I look foward to seeing the results

faboka vrs · 17-06-2005, 13:22

Colin what blocks do you use on Vagcom to log the temps?

17-06-2005, 07:06	#26
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,869 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Looks like you're pretty pleased with it then __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

17-06-2005, 07:40	#28
FabiaTDi VT5 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 2,001 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Fitment looks very neat indeed! __________________ Was: 2003 Allard Tuned Fabia vRS VT5 Turbo Conversion Now: 2008 Audi A3 Sportback TDI

17-06-2005, 08:27	#29
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,869 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	Just spotted this thread: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/t22830-budget-fmic.html A certain person who just got his FMIC fitted posted in there Looks like this weekend is one of those hot days Colin's referring to in that thread, heehee Must admit that FMIC does look pretty tempting __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

17-06-2005, 09:31	#32
SkodiRS BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: darkest Hampshire Posts: 8,650 Members Car: Thanks: 0 Thanked 17 Times in 13 Posts	Lookin good Col.....I also must admit to noticing a difference of FMIC when using on M-Ways and A roads....quite astonished actually. But enough of that.....did Col D ask about "my" DV? __________________ Adrian.

17-06-2005, 09:58	#34
faboka vrs Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Merseyside Posts: 6,043 Members Car: 2004 Fabia vRS TDI PD130 Thanks: 12 Thanked 46 Times in 46 Posts	Looks good Col. Can't wait to see how it holds up tomorrow. Should be a very good test. __________________ John 2004 Skoda Fabia vRS - Xenons - Heated Seats - Cruise Control - Passenger Airbag Deactivation switch - Side Airbags

17-06-2005, 07:32	#27
ForgeMotorsportUK Site Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: South west UK & Orlando FL Posts: 315 Members Car: Thanks: 2 Thanked 12 Times in 11 Posts	Front end view , as Rich said logging / testing will be done with this 40 mm core and we may go to 50 mm

17-06-2005, 10:00	#35
Jon TDI Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: North East England Posts: 3,226 Members Car: SEAT Leon TDI Sport Thanks: 34 Thanked 34 Times in 33 Posts	Does look like a very neat install. __________________ Black Magic SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI Sport - Green panel thingy, Upsolute jiggery pokery, Koni FSD/Eibach Pro Kit bouncy stuff, 18" Audi A8 Parabol rims, '08 Cupra black/honeycombe grille. Also driving around in a Mini ONE that thinks it's a Cooper! John Cooper Works airbox, Superchips Bluefin remap, Sprint Booster, 17" Cooper S Spokes

17-06-2005, 10:15	#36
flatfourburble "Bones" Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Heathrow/Crewe Posts: 5,449 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Very nice indeed me want me want! __________________ Oh to have the internet back..................oh have I missed it

17-06-2005, 10:28	#37
*Neo_VR* Om nom nom nom Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 12,455 Members Car: A White Car Thanks: 78 Thanked 176 Times in 125 Posts	Few features i like about this kit is how it utilizes existing pipes where possible (keeping costs down).. Those two silver things at the top of the picture are convertors. they plug into the fabias existing "quick release" pipework to allow jublee clips (which are better in my opinion) to be used for the rest of the fmic pipework. also as you can see, all the pipework has been custom fabricated.. and in just three days! its impressive and reassuring that forge are their own engineering and machining company, so know whats what when it comes to building pipework. The kit runs from the end of the plastic pipe down the left side of the engine, down into the bumper, thru the fmic, and round the back of the engine where it joins up with the turbo exit pipe. __________________ ColGod the UberMod ,___, [O.o] /)__) -"--"- ORLY??

17-06-2005, 10:36	#38
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,869 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	What would the impact be of making it 50 rather than 40mm as far as lag is concerned, more volume to 'fill' wouldnt it? On a related to IC question - what happens with the old IC, is that just left where it is, disconnected no doubt, or is that area going to be usable for other stuff? __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

17-06-2005, 10:55	#40
Jon TDI Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: North East England Posts: 3,226 Members Car: SEAT Leon TDI Sport Thanks: 34 Thanked 34 Times in 33 Posts	The FMIC does look a hell of a lot bigger than the OEM SMIC! The only thing I would do is paint/anodise the mounting brackets in black. They look a bit too bling thro' the grill! __________________ Black Magic SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI Sport - Green panel thingy, Upsolute jiggery pokery, Koni FSD/Eibach Pro Kit bouncy stuff, 18" Audi A8 Parabol rims, '08 Cupra black/honeycombe grille. Also driving around in a Mini ONE that thinks it's a Cooper! John Cooper Works airbox, Superchips Bluefin remap, Sprint Booster, 17" Cooper S Spokes

17-06-2005, 11:00	#41
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,869 Members Car: Ford Escort 1.6LX + Fab Estate Thanks: 46 Thanked 85 Times in 75 Posts	I'm guessing a hybrid turbo would help get rid of the lag a little more if you find there is lag __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

17-06-2005, 11:54	#45
flatfourburble "Bones" Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Heathrow/Crewe Posts: 5,449 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Colin when will we see any figure/results. The "heatwave" this weekend should be a good test for it? __________________ Oh to have the internet back..................oh have I missed it

17-06-2005, 12:14	#47
Glider Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central Scotland Posts: 2,432 Members Car: Thanks: 5 Thanked 50 Times in 31 Posts	Did you get a chance to Rolling road it before and after. The Seat one I saw gave 12bhp, twin TT gives around 9bhp just wondered if the new Forge one does any better.

17-06-2005, 12:17	#48
*Neo_VR* Om nom nom nom Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 12,455 Members Car: A White Car Thanks: 78 Thanked 176 Times in 125 Posts	we didnt get a chance to RR due to time constraints. but it will be done by Forge in the future, to get some good, repeatable results __________________ ColGod the UberMod ,___, [O.o] /)__) -"--"- ORLY??

17-06-2005, 12:33	#49
flatfourburble "Bones" Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Heathrow/Crewe Posts: 5,449 Members Car: Fabia vRS Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Sounds good colin I look foward to seeing the results __________________ Oh to have the internet back..................oh have I missed it

17-06-2005, 13:22	#50
faboka vrs Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Merseyside Posts: 6,043 Members Car: 2004 Fabia vRS TDI PD130 Thanks: 12 Thanked 46 Times in 46 Posts	Colin what blocks do you use on Vagcom to log the temps? __________________ John 2004 Skoda Fabia vRS - Xenons - Heated Seats - Cruise Control - Passenger Airbag Deactivation switch - Side Airbags

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