greddy v mount input?
12-18-12, 08:16 AM
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greddy v mount input?
Hey guys. Im about to get a greddy v mount for my rx7. Anybody have any imput on the kit?. I was going to do a custom v mount kit but I got greddy turbo kit and everything else greddy I might as well get the greddy v mount. Any info would be great.
12-18-12, 10:07 AM
#2
^ dont pick a v-mount because you have that particular brand of part. Pick a v-mount based on it's quality and other characteristics. You wouldn't date a girl just because you liked her name would you? In my opinion...the greddy kits are over-priced and out-dated. There are other kits that are better quality and offer full ducting along-with. Look at the defined v-mount or the re extreme kits. If' I were to purchase a v-mount kit i'd probly go with either of those.
12-18-12, 10:19 AM
#3
^ dont pick a v-mount because you have that particular brand of part. Pick a v-mount based on it's quality and other characteristics. You wouldn't date a girl just because you liked her name would you? In my opinion...the greddy kits are over-priced and out-dated. There are other kits that are better quality and offer full ducting along-with. Look at the defined v-mount or the re extreme kits. If' I were to purchase a v-mount kit i'd probly go with either of those.
12-18-12, 10:43 AM
#6
Rotary Extreme is hands down the best kit. Most complete balance of quality and price. Not to mention the only kit that supports A/C. If you want a less flashy kit than Defined Autoworks and RX7 store are good choices as well.
My RE kit has been othing short of excellent. Ben is a commited business owner that is always developing, researching and implementing improvments. My kit was complete down to the lock washer.
My RE kit has been othing short of excellent. Ben is a commited business owner that is always developing, researching and implementing improvments. My kit was complete down to the lock washer.
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12-18-12, 11:11 AM
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Yea well im trying to avoid fabrication. But if im going to pay 2400 for that v mount I would ratjer put the extra 600 and get the greddy. Thats why I want some personal experience. If it just hands down isnt worth it then screw the greddy kit I guess lol.
12-18-12, 11:13 AM
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I'm not saying it can't be done, because I designed and priced my own (never built), but I think it's hilarious how, almost 20 years later, that intercoolers are still the thing that everybody thinks they can make better/cheaper than the kits, and so rarely do. The same was said about the $1400 M2 intercooler back in the day.
Nothing against anyone elses kit, but the details on this one, from the custom pipe that comes off the y-pipe that is airpump friendly, the fact that it's a bespoke radiator instead of a hacked up Koyo, the ducting and mounting design, the extensions for fans and fuse box, the IC core, the fit and finish all add up to a really nice design. I'd love to have it.
Yes, it's more than other kits, but really not that much more than US kits, and on par with other decent stuff from Japan (that's often hard to find).
Nothing against anyone elses kit, but the details on this one, from the custom pipe that comes off the y-pipe that is airpump friendly, the fact that it's a bespoke radiator instead of a hacked up Koyo, the ducting and mounting design, the extensions for fans and fuse box, the IC core, the fit and finish all add up to a really nice design. I'd love to have it.
Yes, it's more than other kits, but really not that much more than US kits, and on par with other decent stuff from Japan (that's often hard to find).
12-18-12, 11:15 AM
#12
Can't go wrong w/ Rotary Extreme's setup. It is the most complete that I have personally seen and is well constructed from IC to rad setup to a/c setup to mounting brackets and all nuts and bolts.
The Greddy setup looks pretty nice too but I have not seen it in person yet. If it is truly that complete, then it may be worth while even though it is more expensive than the RE setup.
The Greddy setup looks pretty nice too but I have not seen it in person yet. If it is truly that complete, then it may be worth while even though it is more expensive than the RE setup.
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12-18-12, 11:15 AM
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@ Mannykiller.
I disagree, it is not too hard to make a V-mount. It all depends on the skill level of the fabricator/car-owner.
However it does take time to design/fabricate, sometimes it is easier to pay for someone elses time to make something rather than make it yourself
BTW, IMO the defined kit, although complete, is cheaply constructed out of cheap parts. The RE kit is a better option however much more expensive. The BELL core I used to make mine was $400 just for the core, that is not including endtanks.
BTW, looking at the add Jhnrx7 posted it seems the greddy kit retains A/C as it includes a different A/C line
I disagree, it is not too hard to make a V-mount. It all depends on the skill level of the fabricator/car-owner.
However it does take time to design/fabricate, sometimes it is easier to pay for someone elses time to make something rather than make it yourself
BTW, IMO the defined kit, although complete, is cheaply constructed out of cheap parts. The RE kit is a better option however much more expensive. The BELL core I used to make mine was $400 just for the core, that is not including endtanks.
BTW, looking at the add Jhnrx7 posted it seems the greddy kit retains A/C as it includes a different A/C line
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12-18-12, 11:28 AM
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@ renesisfd
your right it's not hard to make a v-mount at all. Slapping a radiator and a intercooler in a V configuration doesn't take much, and anyone who can install an off the shelf CAI could probly do it. But it is hard to make a functioning v-mount that can still accomodate a/c, utilize ducting/room for turbo intake/filter and actually perform under harsh conditions like 85-105 degrees F. Where you live and the climate have a lot to do with how good a design you will need.
your right it's not hard to make a v-mount at all. Slapping a radiator and a intercooler in a V configuration doesn't take much, and anyone who can install an off the shelf CAI could probly do it. But it is hard to make a functioning v-mount that can still accomodate a/c, utilize ducting/room for turbo intake/filter and actually perform under harsh conditions like 85-105 degrees F. Where you live and the climate have a lot to do with how good a design you will need.
12-18-12, 11:43 AM
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@ renesisfd
your right it's not hard to make a v-mount at all. Slapping a radiator and a intercooler in a V configuration doesn't take much, and anyone who can install an off the shelf CAI could probly do it. But it is hard to make a functioning v-mount that can still accomodate a/c, utilize ducting/room for turbo intake/filter and actually perform under harsh conditions like 85-105 degrees F. Where you live and the climate have a lot to do with how good a design you will need.
your right it's not hard to make a v-mount at all. Slapping a radiator and a intercooler in a V configuration doesn't take much, and anyone who can install an off the shelf CAI could probly do it. But it is hard to make a functioning v-mount that can still accomodate a/c, utilize ducting/room for turbo intake/filter and actually perform under harsh conditions like 85-105 degrees F. Where you live and the climate have a lot to do with how good a design you will need.
Take your build for example, You are fabricating something unique. Before you cut and fabricate you make a template and get an idea of what you want to do, seems to take more time than it is hard to do.
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12-18-12, 11:50 AM
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It is all in the planning. I still do not see how it is hard to do.
Take your build for example, You are fabricating something unique. Before you cut and fabricate you make a template and get an idea of what you want to do, seems to take more time than it is hard to do.
Take your build for example, You are fabricating something unique. Before you cut and fabricate you make a template and get an idea of what you want to do, seems to take more time than it is hard to do.
12-18-12, 01:32 PM
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I am also thining about a greddy Vmount. So lets stay on topic people!
So can A/C and what not still run with the Greddy V-mount?
I personally am torn between the greddy or HKS v mount.
Althought the RE Amemiya v mount is within the price range too..
PS. Sell me those seats 13Bturborx7! haha
So can A/C and what not still run with the Greddy V-mount?
I personally am torn between the greddy or HKS v mount.
Althought the RE Amemiya v mount is within the price range too..
PS. Sell me those seats 13Bturborx7! haha
12-18-12, 02:00 PM
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I am also thining about a greddy Vmount. So lets stay on topic people!
So can A/C and what not still run with the Greddy V-mount?
I personally am torn between the greddy or HKS v mount.
Althought the RE Amemiya v mount is within the price range too..
PS. Sell me those seats 13Bturborx7! haha
So can A/C and what not still run with the Greddy V-mount?
I personally am torn between the greddy or HKS v mount.
Althought the RE Amemiya v mount is within the price range too..
PS. Sell me those seats 13Bturborx7! haha
The Greddy kit does keep A/C, and dispite what some others have said in this thread, it does come with ducting for the intercooler, radiator, and intake.
12-18-12, 02:49 PM
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I am also thining about a greddy Vmount. So lets stay on topic people!
So can A/C and what not still run with the Greddy V-mount?
I personally am torn between the greddy or HKS v mount.
Althought the RE Amemiya v mount is within the price range too..
PS. Sell me those seats 13Bturborx7! haha
So can A/C and what not still run with the Greddy V-mount?
I personally am torn between the greddy or HKS v mount.
Althought the RE Amemiya v mount is within the price range too..
PS. Sell me those seats 13Bturborx7! haha
12-18-12, 03:44 PM
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Neither are designed for A/C.... Can you make it work? Sure, but you will start hacking into the supplied ducting and figuring out how to make/bend lines.
These big name companies produce a product for everyone. With this, you get higher cost and less capability of getting a tailored product. RE did exactly that, all while supplying amazing customer service, and ended up saving me money on a few things I didn't. Think Greddy would do that?..... No chance.
These big name companies produce a product for everyone. With this, you get higher cost and less capability of getting a tailored product. RE did exactly that, all while supplying amazing customer service, and ended up saving me money on a few things I didn't. Think Greddy would do that?..... No chance.