Jabba Results

fab16v · 21-12-2003, 20:55

Got back today after my Jabba trip and Metallica concert yesterday. Am now absolutely knackered! Took the trip to Jabba and got there at 9.30 and was met by Mike. Handed over my keys and drank some coffe to try and wake me up. He came back at about 11.00 with the keys and my eagerly awaited results - 183.0bhp and 419.4Nm (309.3lb ft)!

Roughly what I expected on power, but only expected about 290lb ft of torque! It is now amazing to drive and pulls from 2000 all the way through to the red line, though the torque does drop after it peaks, the power peaks at between 3500-4000.

All I can say is a big thanks to all at Jabba for the work they done and their friendly way of working. Always makes you feel more comfortable and relaxed. After chatting for about half hour, I made my way back to London in the pouring rain and then battled my way into Earls Court. Got back in about 1.00 this morning and have been with SWMBO all day. Now I am home, I thought I'd share my experience with you all!

Happy Christmas to one and all!

:santa:

Graeme

***Neo_VR*** · 21-12-2003, 21:02

Nice figures!!!

Whats the deal with fuel?.. were you using ultimate?
does it smoke any more?

fab16v · 21-12-2003, 21:05

Was using the Ultimate and Millers. Mike reckons the exhaust is restricting the power on the Furby's compared to the Golfs, but was well impressed with the torque figures! It doesn't seem to smoke any more than it did before either, which is an added bonus!

anotherbadname · 21-12-2003, 21:08

great figures graeme. how many miles as your's done cos i'm going to get mine done in the new year.

fab16v · 21-12-2003, 21:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by anotherbadname

great figures graeme. how many miles as your's done cos i'm going to get mine done in the new year.

Had 4,500 when I got there. Now got 4,900! Halfway to a first service in under 3 months!

Lummox · 21-12-2003, 21:12

Nice one mate.

We are looking into a larger bore decat pipe and exhaust for the Fabia vRS. If I can get a few people genuinely interested I can get Milltek to do one.

About the same power as mine after your remap (though I got 326 lbft torque), but doesnt it make a huge difference.

Ive still got the grin on my face.

fab16v · 21-12-2003, 21:15

Huge amount of difference! Scared SWMBO when I took her out today! She couldn't believe how much quicker it is. She loves it now though. I can't stop smiling when I'm driving it now. I find myself dropping back from people, just so I can boot it and feel the torque!

Lummox · 21-12-2003, 21:16

And puff a bit of soot out the back

***Neo_VR*** · 21-12-2003, 21:20

BTW.. whats that airbox trumpet mod.. and does it actually make any difference?

fab16v · 21-12-2003, 21:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neo_VR

BTW.. whats that airbox trumpet mod.. and does it actually make any difference?

Felt like it did when it was standard, but may have been just me. If you unscrew the airbox cover, inside the box there is what looks like a throttle body trumpet which just unclips. In theory, it lets more air get drawn into the engine, which can't be a bad thing!

***Neo_VR*** · 21-12-2003, 21:35

I might give that a try then... altho didnt think it would make a difference for you as your car is being weighed down by those useless xenons :p

fab16v · 21-12-2003, 21:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Neo_VR

I might give that a try then... altho didnt think it would make a difference for you as your car is being weighed down by those useless xenons :p

Don't think xenons make much difference when you have those power or torque figures though!

***Neo_VR*** · 21-12-2003, 21:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by fab16v

Don't think xenons make much difference when you have those power or torque figures though!

FabiaTDi · 22-12-2003, 19:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by fab16v

Felt like it did when it was standard, but may have been just me. If you unscrew the airbox cover, inside the box there is what looks like a throttle body trumpet which just unclips. In theory, it lets more air get drawn into the engine, which can't be a bad thing!

I had another look at this at the weekend after doing the TDi. On the tdi the trumpet in the airbox is much thinner in diameter and longer (about twice as long as the RS)

I reckon the trumpet is less restrictive on the RS as its wider bore and shorter. I 'll whip it out though to see if theres a difference.

Fitted the JR filter and engine seems more responsive and smoother, although maybe its just the freezing cold weather!

Lummox · 22-12-2003, 20:10

Where did you get the filter from mate? £?

Cheers

Ross

FabiaTDi · 22-12-2003, 20:18

F219216 from www.coordsport.com Cost around £35 ?? IIRC

Its the Ralliart Mitsubishi place in Dudley. Lots of VERY nice cars there!

So bloomon difficult to track one down. Its the same as the one in my TDi and I swapped them over after a clean.

Waited six months with K&N and they couldnt suply me with one!

devonutopia · 22-12-2003, 20:23

Matt?

You couldn't divulge details of the trumpet mod if poss? Or, if you're going to the Wales thing, bring along (or tell me) what tools are needed for the job and I'll give it a shot too!

FabiaTDi · 22-12-2003, 20:29

Jason,
Its really easy.

1. Undo the two screws on the right hand side of the air filter box (using a posi drive)
2. Lift top of air cleaner box away starting with the right hand side (left is held in with platic lugs/clips.
3. Underneath the top half you will see the trumpet. Unclip it from the bottom and slide it out.
4. Replace everything else and voila!

Dont expect a huge difference, but maybe a little more response. You'll see how restrictive the trumpet is when you take it out. You could always dremmel out the plastic webbing behind the trumpet too!

Lummox · 22-12-2003, 20:31

Ta muchly. Will email them shortly

devonutopia · 22-12-2003, 20:31

You see, this is where my un-techie side surfaces. I've never invested the time to find out where the air filter box even is...

I'll bring along a pack of screwdrivers and a sledgehammer to Wales and see if there can be a group trumpet removal.

FabiaTDi · 22-12-2003, 21:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by devonutopia

You see, this is where my un-techie side surfaces. I've never invested the time to find out where the air filter box even is...

I'll bring along a pack of screwdrivers and a sledgehammer to Wales and see if there can be a group trumpet removal.

There was me thinking how simple my instructions were to follow :o

Heres the airbox...
Screws position red arrows, clips blue arrows.

Dr Zoidberg · 22-12-2003, 21:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by fab16v

Got back today after my Jabba trip and Metallica concert yesterday.

Well everyone else has asked about the car so I thought I'd cover the important stuff.
How were Metallica?

I went on the Friday and thought it was one of the best shows I've seen them do.

Blinding set list and even the new songs sounded pretty good. The sound quality was very good right down the front and I was pleased to see that they hadn't bothered with a separate standing area in front of a second barrier.

Did they do an extra encore after Sandman?

We got "Am I evil" and "Hit the lights" which was a pleasant surprise.

devonutopia · 22-12-2003, 22:07

Cheers Matt - I always wondered what was under there. hehehe

Time to break out the tools between Xmas and New Year then!

FabiaTDi · 22-12-2003, 22:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by devonutopia

Time to break the car between Xmas and New Year then!

(happy to help Jason!

)

devonutopia · 22-12-2003, 22:18

Someone else changing my quotes.

So, all I need to do is screw up the airbox, take it up to 125 mph to knacker the turbo (again) and I'll be set for the run in Wales! wahooo!

21-12-2003, 20:55	#1
fab16v Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere in Herts Posts: 3,105 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Jabba Results Got back today after my Jabba trip and Metallica concert yesterday. Am now absolutely knackered! Took the trip to Jabba and got there at 9.30 and was met by Mike. Handed over my keys and drank some coffe to try and wake me up. He came back at about 11.00 with the keys and my eagerly awaited results - 183.0bhp and 419.4Nm (309.3lb ft)! Roughly what I expected on power, but only expected about 290lb ft of torque! It is now amazing to drive and pulls from 2000 all the way through to the red line, though the torque does drop after it peaks, the power peaks at between 3500-4000. All I can say is a big thanks to all at Jabba for the work they done and their friendly way of working. Always makes you feel more comfortable and relaxed. After chatting for about half hour, I made my way back to London in the pouring rain and then battled my way into Earls Court. Got back in about 1.00 this morning and have been with SWMBO all day. Now I am home, I thought I'd share my experience with you all! Happy Christmas to one and all! :santa: Graeme __________________ Graeme Ex Skoda owner twice over. Last edited by fab16v; 21-12-2003 at 20:58.

21-12-2003, 21:02	#2
*Neo_VR* Om nom nom nom Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 12,481 Thanks: 79 Thanked 176 Times in 125 Posts	Nice figures!!! Whats the deal with fuel?.. were you using ultimate? does it smoke any more? __________________ ColGod the UberMod ,___, [O.o] /)__) -"--"- ORLY??

21-12-2003, 21:05	#3
fab16v Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere in Herts Posts: 3,105 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Was using the Ultimate and Millers. Mike reckons the exhaust is restricting the power on the Furby's compared to the Golfs, but was well impressed with the torque figures! It doesn't seem to smoke any more than it did before either, which is an added bonus! __________________ Graeme Ex Skoda owner twice over.

21-12-2003, 21:12	#6
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,476 Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 757 Times in 635 Posts	Nice one mate. We are looking into a larger bore decat pipe and exhaust for the Fabia vRS. If I can get a few people genuinely interested I can get Milltek to do one. About the same power as mine after your remap (though I got 326 lbft torque), but doesnt it make a huge difference. Ive still got the grin on my face. __________________ www.unit18.co.uk Remapping Service now available, PM for details.

21-12-2003, 21:15	#7
fab16v Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Somewhere in Herts Posts: 3,105 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Huge amount of difference! Scared SWMBO when I took her out today! She couldn't believe how much quicker it is. She loves it now though. I can't stop smiling when I'm driving it now. I find myself dropping back from people, just so I can boot it and feel the torque! __________________ Graeme Ex Skoda owner twice over.

21-12-2003, 21:08	#4
anotherbadname Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: northwest Posts: 328 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	great figures graeme. how many miles as your's done cos i'm going to get mine done in the new year.

21-12-2003, 21:16	#8
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,476 Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 757 Times in 635 Posts	And puff a bit of soot out the back __________________ www.unit18.co.uk Remapping Service now available, PM for details.

21-12-2003, 21:20	#9
*Neo_VR* Om nom nom nom Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 12,481 Thanks: 79 Thanked 176 Times in 125 Posts	BTW.. whats that airbox trumpet mod.. and does it actually make any difference? __________________ ColGod the UberMod ,___, [O.o] /)__) -"--"- ORLY??

21-12-2003, 21:35	#11
*Neo_VR* Om nom nom nom Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Manchester Posts: 12,481 Thanks: 79 Thanked 176 Times in 125 Posts	I might give that a try then... altho didnt think it would make a difference for you as your car is being weighed down by those useless xenons :p __________________ ColGod the UberMod ,___, [O.o] /)__) -"--"- ORLY??

22-12-2003, 20:10	#15
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,476 Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 757 Times in 635 Posts	Where did you get the filter from mate? £? Cheers Ross __________________ www.unit18.co.uk Remapping Service now available, PM for details.

22-12-2003, 20:18	#16
FabiaTDi VT5 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 2,001 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	F219216 from www.coordsport.com Cost around £35 ?? IIRC Its the Ralliart Mitsubishi place in Dudley. Lots of VERY nice cars there! So bloomon difficult to track one down. Its the same as the one in my TDi and I swapped them over after a clean. Waited six months with K&N and they couldnt suply me with one! __________________ Was: 2003 Allard Tuned Fabia vRS VT5 Turbo Conversion Now: 2008 Audi A3 Sportback TDI

22-12-2003, 20:23	#17
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,082 Images: 5 Thanks: 75 Thanked 352 Times in 295 Posts	Matt? You couldn't divulge details of the trumpet mod if poss? Or, if you're going to the Wales thing, bring along (or tell me) what tools are needed for the job and I'll give it a shot too! __________________ Jason - Only a Skoda. Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

22-12-2003, 20:29	#18
FabiaTDi VT5 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 2,001 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Jason, Its really easy. 1. Undo the two screws on the right hand side of the air filter box (using a posi drive) 2. Lift top of air cleaner box away starting with the right hand side (left is held in with platic lugs/clips. 3. Underneath the top half you will see the trumpet. Unclip it from the bottom and slide it out. 4. Replace everything else and voila! Dont expect a huge difference, but maybe a little more response. You'll see how restrictive the trumpet is when you take it out. You could always dremmel out the plastic webbing behind the trumpet too! __________________ Was: 2003 Allard Tuned Fabia vRS VT5 Turbo Conversion Now: 2008 Audi A3 Sportback TDI

22-12-2003, 20:31	#19
Lummox Cupra Bush King Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Newport Pagnell Posts: 22,476 Images: 2 Thanks: 22 Thanked 757 Times in 635 Posts	Ta muchly. Will email them shortly __________________ www.unit18.co.uk Remapping Service now available, PM for details.

22-12-2003, 22:07	#23
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,082 Images: 5 Thanks: 75 Thanked 352 Times in 295 Posts	Cheers Matt - I always wondered what was under there. hehehe Time to break out the tools between Xmas and New Year then! __________________ Jason - Only a Skoda. Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

22-12-2003, 22:18	#25
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Exeter / Devon Posts: 30,082 Images: 5 Thanks: 75 Thanked 352 Times in 295 Posts	Someone else changing my quotes. So, all I need to do is screw up the airbox, take it up to 125 mph to knacker the turbo (again) and I'll be set for the run in Wales! wahooo! __________________ Jason - Only a Skoda. Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. Cheesy bonnet lifter video to "raise me up" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMnGECEi5Oc See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

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