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by macaroni
Thu May 08, 2008 7:23 pm
Forum: Tuning And Tweaking
Topic: boost issues
Replies: 10
Views: 4183

Sorry to butt in here, but I think you've answered the question yourself. Turn the MBC down to where it likes it best. If you remove the wastegate pipe there will be no boost limit at all and the ecu won't even know anything about it. If you get a good 14psi boost, leave it at that and go get them C...
by macaroni
Sun Apr 27, 2008 12:11 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE - Paris blue 480 Turbo
Replies: 16
Views: 5380

Never mind about that Sambo, get my Richmod off me and you'll have to have surgery to wipe the smile off your face.
by macaroni
Sun Apr 27, 2008 11:41 am
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: FOR SALE - Some ebay bits for a 480...
Replies: 0
Views: 988

FOR SALE - Some ebay bits for a 480...

Due to the sale of my 480, I have some bits and pieces to pass on. http://search.ebay.co.uk/_W0QQsassZantonio_polarity I've put them on ebay, so have a bid, or make me an offer for anything. Dash clocks Decat pipe Dash switches Folding seat cable I also have a front seat belt, an air intake pipe and...
by macaroni
Sat Apr 26, 2008 5:47 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE - 480 Turbo
Replies: 9
Views: 3405

Yes Sam, sold it last night. More money for my Pug!

If you want much more speed for your 480, give me a shout...!

I have also left work for pastures new.
by macaroni
Wed Apr 23, 2008 10:03 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE - 480 Turbo
Replies: 9
Views: 3405

Its an exodus!!
by macaroni
Tue Apr 22, 2008 8:18 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE - 480 Turbo
Replies: 9
Views: 3405

That 2nd is one mine!

Pleased you didn't take the p!ss out of my ad.
by macaroni
Sun Apr 06, 2008 8:47 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE - Black Volvo 480 turbo £750
Replies: 4
Views: 2471

Pol did point out once that I was missing the red stripe off the bumper, so not sure if it is or isn't supposed to have them. Any road up, it doesn't detract from the fact this is a solid, reliable and decent 480 turbo. I'm away for a week now, so if anyone one fancies a look at this, I can be conta...
by macaroni
Thu Apr 03, 2008 8:59 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: FOR SALE - Black Volvo 480 turbo £750
Replies: 4
Views: 2471

FOR SALE - Black Volvo 480 turbo £750

My Volvo 480 turbo is up for sale, only because I need to fund my first love, a 205 gti. I bought this car 11 months ago as a fixer upper, but I liked it so much, I kept it. I came across a cheap 205, which I love, so the 480 has to go. It has served me very well, being reliable, fast and great fun ...
by macaroni
Fri Mar 28, 2008 9:23 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: WANTED - 480 Turbo
Replies: 5
Views: 2075

My 1994 Turbo is for sale, alhough I have only advertised it on Pistonheads at the mo.

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/414446.htm
by macaroni
Tue Feb 26, 2008 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: R U addicted to Boost? - new poll
Replies: 25
Views: 5589

Yep, I have a rich-modded Turbo and blasted past a whole line of slower moving cars on the way home tonight. I only meant to pass one or two, at most, but the power just kept coming so I nailed the whole lot of 'em! (7 cars)
by macaroni
Sat Feb 09, 2008 2:02 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: FOR SALE - Uprated turbo actuator
Replies: 0
Views: 1169

FOR SALE - Uprated turbo actuator

Hi. I bought this with the intention of upgrading the actuator on my Volvo 480turbo, but like many things, I couldn't really be bothered in the end. Thus, I'd like to pass it on to someone that can make good use of it. I believe it will fit a T2, like mine, with some bracketry made up. £15 + post...
by macaroni
Tue Feb 05, 2008 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New Member
Replies: 7
Views: 2379

Not really, I live in Tunbridge Wells, but if you ever want to see what a Turbo is like, give us a shout.
by macaroni
Tue Feb 05, 2008 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New Member
Replies: 7
Views: 2379

Hello and welcome.

Whereabouts are you in the SE?
by macaroni
Thu Jan 24, 2008 10:09 pm
Forum: Power transmission (40)
Topic: Do Renault gearboxes fit easily?
Replies: 10
Views: 6904

I hope it's a big pay day, I was quoted about £700 to remove it, rebuild it and replace it with a new clutch.

Just how much do I like this car...?
by macaroni
Wed Jan 23, 2008 8:46 pm
Forum: Power transmission (40)
Topic: Do Renault gearboxes fit easily?
Replies: 10
Views: 6904

Do Renault gearboxes fit easily?

I see from Heavend's post that the 440 box fits, but the speedo drive is a pain. Is this the same with the Renault JB3/JB5 'boxes which are rumoured to fit? I have a slight whine from the diff and now everything else is sorted on the car, I feel I should do. Having said that, it isn't getting any wo...
by macaroni
Tue Jan 15, 2008 7:55 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: How should a 480 handle?
Replies: 5
Views: 3958

Upon reflection, it could be rear tyres which are the famous "Kingstar" make. Changing the fronts for Goodyear F1s transformed the car, so I think I'll start with some new rear boots. Is there any documented evidence of Lotus involvement in the suspension? Or are they, like everyone else involved wi...
by macaroni
Mon Jan 14, 2008 3:26 pm
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Why don't I ever see other 480s when I'm in mine?
Replies: 2
Views: 1235

Why don't I ever see other 480s when I'm in mine?

Does anyone else, with multiple cars, see this?

When I commute in my Matra, I can see 3 or 4 480s and although I can flash my pop-ups, the effect would be lost.

Having commuted in my 480 for the past few weeks, I haven't seen another one!
by macaroni
Sat Jan 12, 2008 12:52 pm
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Insurance advice
Replies: 13
Views: 5003

Give them my regards...
by macaroni
Sat Jan 12, 2008 12:36 pm
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Insurance advice
Replies: 13
Views: 5003

HIC for me too, but they are just brokers and I think I am insured with Highway.
by macaroni
Fri Jan 04, 2008 7:02 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New girl on the block
Replies: 33
Views: 7852

Blimey, my turbo is that good and I wouldn't expect £900 for it!

It's still at £450 with 2 days left...