Gallardo pre-lp new owner, modding and other queries
Discussion
markiii said:
what pipes are those?
They are made by cybox.co.uk£500 all in.
Going to install these on Saturday and will feedback regarding fitment. The only rate limiting factor I am likely to face is getting the passenger side clamp next to the headers. RE did remove the old clamp and install another clamp I supplied them from the muffler. So it should not be difficult if I could get a tool on it. The wheel well was a no go for the top bolt. Maybe I can approach this from above.
NRG1976 said:
I agree 
70proof said:
used winter tyres are a good shout... ignore andrew.... just check year of manufacture and condition etc, likely used only a few months and then sat inside in storage somewhere...
Thank you both. Yes, thats what I will do. Just need them for a few months really, before I get proper performance tyres. Another "mod" i wanted to do, initially to my M4, but now with the Gallardo as it would suit this car more.
Its the green sticker on the left of the number plate. Its not to steal their parking spaces but just for humour. But then I could be stopped by the police who may not have a sense of humour. Anyone tried that? or too childish?
Its the green sticker on the left of the number plate. Its not to steal their parking spaces but just for humour. But then I could be stopped by the police who may not have a sense of humour. Anyone tried that? or too childish?
So I installed the test pipes today. And what a nightmares it was. I started at 8am on the beautiful sunny day and finished up 7pm. I should have taken some pics but I was so busy running around the car, swearing, questioning my existence. Its no walk in the park.
Removing the clamps next to the headers was a pain. I had to get a socket extension and hammer for ten minutes each side after undoing the bolts. Had to use penetrating lube. But they eventually came off.
And don't get me started on the oxygen sensor cables. They were a convoluted mess. I almost lost it and had to stop myself from ripping the cable off.
Also, the driver side misfire tube was stuck and I have to dremel out the part of the cat it lies in. Cut it right off but took a while.
I had to loosen the frame rails and then couldn't figure out how to bolt it back. The shims were a nightmare to align so the long bolts from the wheel well could go in. Man what a chore that was.
It was a mess of wires in the engine bay thar needed cleaning up. I don't know if I have put everything together properly. I have to review my work tomorrow. 😩
Then it was dark and quiet and I was dreading the cold start. But it wasn't bad. I couldn't tell if it was the same or louder. I just pulled into the garage and turned it off. In that half minute or so, the smell was quite strong.
Cannot wait for tomorrow.
Removing the clamps next to the headers was a pain. I had to get a socket extension and hammer for ten minutes each side after undoing the bolts. Had to use penetrating lube. But they eventually came off.
And don't get me started on the oxygen sensor cables. They were a convoluted mess. I almost lost it and had to stop myself from ripping the cable off.
Also, the driver side misfire tube was stuck and I have to dremel out the part of the cat it lies in. Cut it right off but took a while.
I had to loosen the frame rails and then couldn't figure out how to bolt it back. The shims were a nightmare to align so the long bolts from the wheel well could go in. Man what a chore that was.
It was a mess of wires in the engine bay thar needed cleaning up. I don't know if I have put everything together properly. I have to review my work tomorrow. 😩
Then it was dark and quiet and I was dreading the cold start. But it wasn't bad. I couldn't tell if it was the same or louder. I just pulled into the garage and turned it off. In that half minute or so, the smell was quite strong.
Cannot wait for tomorrow.
madmedman said:
So I installed the test pipes today.
[snip]
Cannot wait for tomorrow.
We’ve all been there, you’ll be better for the experience, at least that’s what I tell myself whilst my wife applied first aid kits to my now skinless and heavily bleeding knuckles [snip]
Cannot wait for tomorrow.
Hope it gives you the sound you’re after, if it does it has been worth it
NRG1976 said:
We’ve all been there, you’ll be better for the experience, at least that’s what I tell myself whilst my wife applied first aid kits to my now skinless and heavily bleeding knuckles
Hope it gives you the sound you’re after, if it does it has been worth it
Yea, I know what you mean, next time I will not take as long to do the same job. The tips of my fingers still hurt and had to take a coupe of painkillers as the back is not what it used to be.
But regarding the sound it's exactly what I wanted. I wouldn't want it any louder or any quieter.
And no issues, check engine lights or unusual sounds mean, hopefully I did the job properly.
Hope it gives you the sound you’re after, if it does it has been worth it
Yea, I know what you mean, next time I will not take as long to do the same job. The tips of my fingers still hurt and had to take a coupe of painkillers as the back is not what it used to be.
But regarding the sound it's exactly what I wanted. I wouldn't want it any louder or any quieter.
And no issues, check engine lights or unusual sounds mean, hopefully I did the job properly.
markiii said:
I'll be interested to see the whether you get any drone on long journeys.
Biggest issue with straight pipes for me is not wanting to swap them for MOT as its a sod of a job
Hey mate, I did only a very brief drive on the motorway and I can honestly say that there was no drone that I could hear. But I can clearly hear the swoosh of the air intakes. I will go for a longer drive and report back. Biggest issue with straight pipes for me is not wanting to swap them for MOT as its a sod of a job
Honestly, the volume of the exhaust sounds the same as before. The only difference is the clear f1 sound on acceleration. And occasional pops when I let go of the accelerator.
But I agree, come mot time, these test pipes will not work. But no way in hell I am putting the oem cats back in. It's such a relief when you know a major component that can cause engine issues is removed.
I was just wondering, the heat haze effect above the engine compartment seen through the rear view mirror is normal I guess? I am thinking of wrapping the pipes in a heat shield but was just wondering.
Edited by madmedman on Sunday 12th November 14:58
Hoofy said:
I find exhaust fabrication and upgrading quite a relaxing experience. I particularly enjoy sipping a fresh coffee while whoever I'm paying does the hard work. 
That's what I missed doing when I was about 4 hours into the job and still working toward removing the cats. I am sure the most I have saved is 3 or 3 hours or labour. But when everything is put back together, the feeling of achievement is something. Found an empty parking lot and made a short video of some standing revs.
https://youtube.com/shorts/OiVDbR_Jz7Q?si=Q-Jh7riG...
https://youtube.com/shorts/OiVDbR_Jz7Q?si=Q-Jh7riG...
Edited by madmedman on Sunday 12th November 15:28
madmedman said:
Found an empty parking lot and made a short video of some standing revs.
https://youtube.com/shorts/OiVDbR_Jz7Q?si=Q-Jh7riG...
Nice! Exactly how it should sound!https://youtube.com/shorts/OiVDbR_Jz7Q?si=Q-Jh7riG...
Edited by madmedman on Sunday 12th November 15:28
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