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Nikhilb2008 · 8th November 2009, 21:47

Ecks ---- DOesnt the M3 make 400 BHP in stock form?

You have 490 due to the exhaust only?

ecksreturns · 8th November 2009, 22:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

Ecks ---- DOesnt the M3 make 400 BHP in stock form?

You have 490 due to the exhaust only?

Uhh , no and no? The M3 makes 414 hp at the crank or roughly 420. I have the following mods:

AA ECU
EvoSport Pulley
Fabspeed X pipe and HFC's
Eisenmann exhaust
Dinan 3.62 differential(adds to torque only)
Gruppe M intake

All those combined push the power to ~490 bhp.

Nikhilb2008 · 8th November 2009, 22:35

Hehe, ok!

I knew you had done some mods, didnt expect them to have such a big effect!

However, could you explain what this EvoSport pulley does? And what do you mean by X Pipe and HFC?

ecksreturns · 8th November 2009, 22:43

Pulley is a part that rotates a specific belt in the engine . EvoSport makes a lighter pulley that reduces the rotational mass and adds to power. It has always been the most friendly and common mod for M engines. HFC means High Flow Catalysts . They are joined to the headers. So by changing them , the gases flow more freely and the X pipe is the pipe connected to the HFC and is in X shape. The X pipe is connected to the muffler tips. So basically the entire exhaust , from the mufflers to the cats, has been changed, thereby adding to power and sound. I can't test the power numbers as there are no Dyno centers around me.

Nikhilb2008 · 8th November 2009, 22:52

Nice! Thanks for the info! And AA ECU I assume means a sort of ECU remap or a piggyback UCE.

Outright power numbers dont mean anything. Whether it makes 490 now or 470 or 450, it doesnt matter. What matters is it almost flies!

ecksreturns · 8th November 2009, 22:54

AA stands for Active Autowerke. They reprogramed my ecu for better cam timings,aggressive fuel mapping and shift times. And yes, what matters is the feel of the car and the way it pulls.

kbk_75 · 9th November 2009, 04:24

KD are you keeping your old 19s?

ecksreturns · 9th November 2009, 10:43

About the reveal of the mystery car. Many of you had guessed right, it is the 2010 Nissan GTR. Now I will try and answer your questions as posted in the previous pages and answer some generic questions as well.

Q - Why the GTR?
A - It seemed the best option for me and suits my needs and personality well. I needed a stealth fighter that has thrills like the LP and comfort of the M3. This is it.

Q - Weren't you considering the LP560?
A - Yes, I was , but I wasn't going to sell the LP640 and I wanted a different experience in that sense.

Q - What about the Spec-V GTR?
A - A lot of money for mods that I can get done myself.

Q - What about the 911 TT,McLaren,SLS,AM V12V?
A - I am over Porsche's for the time being, the McLaren is too far ahead in the launch schedule and the SLS doesn't tingle my senses and AMV12V isn't AM's best effort.

Q - Won't the GTR be as impractical as the LP in GC and technical problems?
A - From initial reports and research I have done, the GTR has M3-like ground clearance, so it should not be a problem. Yes, it is a technical master - piece and I have a good team of people who would be assisting me in the modification and maintenance of the car.

Q - What about transmission issues?
A - They were resolved by Nissan for the 2010 model

Q - So will this be the fastest car in India/What mods?
A - Modding process will start after a month of driving the car. Let's see where it takes us, as this engine has great tuning potential.

Q - When will the car get here?
A - Soon. Very Soon.

Q - What color/trim?
A - Black GTR, Black edition.

Shoot up more if you have, and I'll answer them, but no flaming please. Lets just stick to genuine questions and no car vs car questions.

manishasrani · 9th November 2009, 11:06

You'll enjoy the GTR a lot.
Good choice.

//M · 9th November 2009, 11:22

Thats a great choice. The black edition looks stunning in flesh. Wish you many happy miles with your GT-R. Congratulations on your new ride. I am sure you are going to love it to bits. And do keep the pics coming once the car is there

Congrats once again

Ace F355 · 9th November 2009, 11:24

You know Ecks, I got a chance to lay my hands on my friend's brand new white GTR the day before yesterday which changed my mind completely about it.

My impression: At first, I thought it was very ugly looking no matter how good it behaves as a MASTER-PIECE engineering piece. But now, I am looking at his car day by day and I started feeling that it is not that bad.

I was not posting anything from past few days due to the game of cats and dogs, but was continuously following the thread.

Choice varies from person to person, so don't worry about car comparisons because thats what we all are here for. It will be your own choice in the end, that will matter. After all, you can't make every one happy (No offense to anyone, please

). I highly appreciate your choice again.

About the GC of the car, lets say a bit low

(4 n half inches to be specific, as told by my friend) but then, you don't really have any serious speed bumps in Chandigarh.

I am surely looking forward to this thread about the mods on your new ride. Congrats once again.

Somu2009 · 9th November 2009, 11:24

Great choice Karan, just googled the pics of the car and it looks simply stunning. All the best with the modifications. Waiting for another amazing photo shoot just the like the one you did for your R8, M3 and LP. And ya good luck with another round of sleepless nights till you get the delivery

. Congrats again.

Unknownsatan · 9th November 2009, 12:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Unknownsatan

I am changing my guesses back to GT-R,especially after reading Ecks post in Bangy supercar thread

a black one?

Quote:

Originally Posted by ecksreturns

About the reveal of the mystery car. Many of you had guessed right, it is the 2010 Nissan GTR.
Q - What color/trim?
A - Black GTR, Black edition.

Not bad,i guessed it right[Car and the color].
Thats a great decision dude

Have fun with her,a SAFE one

m4ugr8 · 9th November 2009, 12:13

Awesome!! Brilliant choice Ecks, Your taste in cars is truly outstanding. Cant wait too see pics of the GTR alongside the LP/M3 and R8.

Modding the car yourself is something I always prefer than buying a Stock Factory tuned car. The challenges and the Desire to achieve more is truly great. Cant wait to see the MOD list on this GTR.

How many GTRs are their in the Country?? Would this be the first in North India?? I have not seen any in Delhi

ecksreturns · 9th November 2009, 12:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4ugr8

Awesome!! Brilliant choice Ecks, Your taste in cars is truly outstanding. Cant wait too see pics of the GTR alongside the LP/M3 and R8.

Modding the car yourself is something I always prefer than buying a Stock Factory tuned car. The challenges and the Desire to achieve more is truly great. Cant wait to see the MOD list on this GTR.

How many GTRs are their in the Country?? Would this be the first in North India?? I have not seen any in Delhi

Thank you sir! I think there are less than 10 R 35 GTR;s in India and most of them are in the southern part of India. Not sure about Delhi. It'll be the first in the Punjab region for sure.

8th November 2009, 22:43	#1159 (permalink)
ecksreturns Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: chandigarh Posts: 1,106	Pulley is a part that rotates a specific belt in the engine . EvoSport makes a lighter pulley that reduces the rotational mass and adds to power. It has always been the most friendly and common mod for M engines. HFC means High Flow Catalysts . They are joined to the headers. So by changing them , the gases flow more freely and the X pipe is the pipe connected to the HFC and is in X shape. The X pipe is connected to the muffler tips. So basically the entire exhaust , from the mufflers to the cats, has been changed, thereby adding to power and sound. I can't test the power numbers as there are no Dyno centers around me. __________________ Lamborghini Murciélago LP640//Bentley Flying Spur //BMW 750Li//RR Phantom//BMW M3//Audi R8//Nissan GTR

8th November 2009, 22:54	#1161 (permalink)
ecksreturns Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: chandigarh Posts: 1,106	AA stands for Active Autowerke. They reprogramed my ecu for better cam timings,aggressive fuel mapping and shift times. And yes, what matters is the feel of the car and the way it pulls. __________________ Lamborghini Murciélago LP640//Bentley Flying Spur //BMW 750Li//RR Phantom//BMW M3//Audi R8//Nissan GTR

9th November 2009, 04:24	#1162 (permalink)
kbk_75 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bombay Posts: 976	KD are you keeping your old 19s? __________________ Racing...because with cricket, football, hockey, basketball, volleyball and golf you only need one ball! ;o)

9th November 2009, 10:43	#1163 (permalink)
ecksreturns Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: chandigarh Posts: 1,106	About the reveal of the mystery car. Many of you had guessed right, it is the 2010 Nissan GTR. Now I will try and answer your questions as posted in the previous pages and answer some generic questions as well. Q - Why the GTR? A - It seemed the best option for me and suits my needs and personality well. I needed a stealth fighter that has thrills like the LP and comfort of the M3. This is it. Q - Weren't you considering the LP560? A - Yes, I was , but I wasn't going to sell the LP640 and I wanted a different experience in that sense. Q - What about the Spec-V GTR? A - A lot of money for mods that I can get done myself. Q - What about the 911 TT,McLaren,SLS,AM V12V? A - I am over Porsche's for the time being, the McLaren is too far ahead in the launch schedule and the SLS doesn't tingle my senses and AMV12V isn't AM's best effort. Q - Won't the GTR be as impractical as the LP in GC and technical problems? A - From initial reports and research I have done, the GTR has M3-like ground clearance, so it should not be a problem. Yes, it is a technical master - piece and I have a good team of people who would be assisting me in the modification and maintenance of the car. Q - What about transmission issues? A - They were resolved by Nissan for the 2010 model Q - So will this be the fastest car in India/What mods? A - Modding process will start after a month of driving the car. Let's see where it takes us, as this engine has great tuning potential. Q - When will the car get here? A - Soon. Very Soon. Q - What color/trim? A - Black GTR, Black edition. Shoot up more if you have, and I'll answer them, but no flaming please. Lets just stick to genuine questions and no car vs car questions. __________________ Lamborghini Murciélago LP640//Bentley Flying Spur //BMW 750Li//RR Phantom//BMW M3//Audi R8//Nissan GTR Last edited by ecksreturns : 9th November 2009 at 10:44.

9th November 2009, 11:06	#1164 (permalink)
manishasrani Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 1,781	You'll enjoy the GTR a lot. Good choice. __________________ *If everything comes your way, then you are in the wrong lane :)*

8th November 2009, 21:47	#1156 (permalink)
Nikhilb2008 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,277	Ecks ---- DOesnt the M3 make 400 BHP in stock form? You have 490 due to the exhaust only?

8th November 2009, 22:35	#1158 (permalink)
Nikhilb2008 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,277	Hehe, ok! I knew you had done some mods, didnt expect them to have such a big effect! However, could you explain what this EvoSport pulley does? And what do you mean by X Pipe and HFC?

8th November 2009, 22:52	#1160 (permalink)
Nikhilb2008 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,277	Nice! Thanks for the info! And AA ECU I assume means a sort of ECU remap or a piggyback UCE. Outright power numbers dont mean anything. Whether it makes 490 now or 470 or 450, it doesnt matter. What matters is it almost flies!

9th November 2009, 11:22	#1165 (permalink)
//M BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Madurai Posts: 71	Thats a great choice. The black edition looks stunning in flesh. Wish you many happy miles with your GT-R. Congratulations on your new ride. I am sure you are going to love it to bits. And do keep the pics coming once the car is there Congrats once again

9th November 2009, 11:24	#1166 (permalink)
Ace F355 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Saskatoon, Canada Posts: 23	You know Ecks, I got a chance to lay my hands on my friend's brand new white GTR the day before yesterday which changed my mind completely about it. My impression: At first, I thought it was very ugly looking no matter how good it behaves as a MASTER-PIECE engineering piece. But now, I am looking at his car day by day and I started feeling that it is not that bad. I was not posting anything from past few days due to the game of cats and dogs, but was continuously following the thread. Choice varies from person to person, so don't worry about car comparisons because thats what we all are here for. It will be your own choice in the end, that will matter. After all, you can't make every one happy (No offense to anyone, please ). I highly appreciate your choice again. About the GC of the car, lets say a bit low (4 n half inches to be specific, as told by my friend) but then, you don't really have any serious speed bumps in Chandigarh. I am surely looking forward to this thread about the mods on your new ride. Congrats once again. Last edited by Technocrat : 9th November 2009 at 11:53. Reason: Only 2 smilies per post allowed, please read our board rules before proceeding. Thanks

9th November 2009, 11:24	#1167 (permalink)
Somu2009 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New Delhi // Tempe, Arizona Posts: 73 View My Garage	Great choice Karan, just googled the pics of the car and it looks simply stunning. All the best with the modifications. Waiting for another amazing photo shoot just the like the one you did for your R8, M3 and LP. And ya good luck with another round of sleepless nights till you get the delivery . Congrats again. __________________ Toyota Corolla Altis GL Hyundai Accent GLE Mitsubishi Eclipse GT Fiat Palio 1.2 Sports (Sold) Last edited by Somu2009 : 9th November 2009 at 11:27.

9th November 2009, 12:13	#1169 (permalink)
m4ugr8 BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 992 View My Garage	Awesome!! Brilliant choice Ecks, Your taste in cars is truly outstanding. Cant wait too see pics of the GTR alongside the LP/M3 and R8. Modding the car yourself is something I always prefer than buying a Stock Factory tuned car. The challenges and the Desire to achieve more is truly great. Cant wait to see the MOD list on this GTR. How many GTRs are their in the Country?? Would this be the first in North India?? I have not seen any in Delhi __________________ *We are not BIASED or BLIND, We are Simply TBHPians!!!*

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