Bierce IV's Thread.

[Bierce IV]

Ok so long story short im finally leaving static for bags, But before i order everything i want to make sure i have everything and i have a few questions.
But first here's some test fits of the wheels:

DSC_0440 by Bierce IV, on Flickr


DSC_0422 by Bierce IV, on Flickr


DSC_0420 by Bierce IV, on Flickr


DSC_0434 by Bierce IV, on Flickr

Here is the order list: I would like to go with the V2 kit from bagriders.

IMG_0759 by Bierce IV, on Flickr

Now on to the questions:
Will the ecs wheel centering plates work with bags? And this will be my daily driver, should i stay with the single 444c? Or should i get dual. And should i bother with a trap? I have read that some leak more than actually collecting water. And what else should i get while buying everything? I just want to be sure of everything so i can order ASAP, and do it all right the first time. Oh and the names DJ. Thanks

[tmg1991]

you should deff get a water trap.and i daily drive my mk4 and i have 444 single compressor and it does fine

[Bierce IV]

this one should work fine correct? And would air line size would be best?
http://bagriders.com/modlab/products...ATER-TRAP.html

[tmg1991]

this one should work fine correct? And would air line size would be best?
http://bagriders.com/modlab/products...ATER-TRAP.html

i have the neumatics water trap and it works just fine for me. i cant say about the parker or avs traps but my friend has the smc and i like mine better.

and i have 1/4 its not fast and its not slow. but you can always go with bigger lines and get flow control

[GreasySideDown]

I have a small bit of experience to share with water traps. I don't have any in my system and last night I had to pull the tank out (subwoofer died, tank is attached to sub enclosure). I got about 1/2 pint of water out of the tank. I've been on a roadtrip the past couple weeks and have laid down over 4000 miles. My trunk is full of crap so I didn't drain it like usual. Not very much water but I think I'll be looking for a place to put a water trap now. Like everything in this world (the VW world that is..), you learn as you go. I have an automatic water trap on my plasma cutter back home, I wonder if that'll work..

[bryangb]

this one should work fine correct? And would air line size would be best?
http://bagriders.com/modlab/products...ATER-TRAP.html

That one will work fine and the compressors leader line will thread directly into it (granted you plan on running the trap between the compressor and tank)

I'd reccommend 3/8" lines. I think the v2 with 3/8" lines achieves the perfect air up/down speed

If you go with 1/4" lines and it ends up being too slow.. You are stuck having to run new lines. If you go bigger and it's too quick for you you could always just add flow controls.

[Bierce IV]

thanks for the advise guys, and ill just run the bigger lines in the first place, id rather do it right the first time around. Starting to work on the trunk layout. I will post picts with updates. Wait till you see my theme

[Bierce IV]

What do you guys think? i like the wheels i rebuilt, but there is suck a gap, and i dont want to have to pull my fenders THAT much to make it sit between the lip.

Heres the specs:
17x9.5 all around
56mm offset
33mm adapter rear, 38mm rear

[AndrewDaniels]

Oh sh**, it's about get hot up in hurr

[Bierce IV]

haha, what do you guys think? Try it with current RS's, or trade for futuras and $$

[Bierce IV]

sorry for the delays guys. Got extremely busy but im ready to order the kit. But im still stuck between analog and the v2. I would like to take advantage of the sale, but which would you guys say for a DD.

[justmalpica]

go v2 if you have the $.

[Bierce IV]

well right now with the sale the analog actually cost more with everything lol

[Miotke]

go v2 if you have the $.

This.

[tmg1991]

go v2 if you have the $.

If you have the money go e level. I have v2 and wish I would have gotten e-level

[furr]

will be watching

[Bierce IV]

Let the prep begin.

IMG_0816 by Bierce IV, on Flickr

[MarkiVman]

If you have the money go e level. I have v2 and wish I would have gotten e-level

I don't understand why you wish you went e-level. I have v2 and its great. E level is a hassle from what I hear.

[tmg1991]

I don't understand why you wish you went e-level. I have v2 and its great. E level is a hassle from what I hear.

i like v2. but elevel is just way nice. its not pressure based its height based. so so you have a friend get it. it automatically adjust to the preset height. with v2 itll adjust but it will not be the same height you had it before your friend got in.

to me it just seems way worth the extra cash to get it. IMO

[Bierce IV]

Why not lol.

IMG_0828 by Bierce IV, on Flickr


Still deciding on trunk setup, i think i want to keep the spare (soon to be another RS)

[tmg1991]

Why not lol.

IMG_0828 by Bierce IV, on Flickr


Still deciding on trunk setup, i think i want to keep the spare (soon to be another RS)

[Bierce IV]

Hey any way if could use to power wires from the sub that i used to have? Just swap out the fuse?

[Bierce IV]

trunk setup and false floor is about done, i will take pictures when its cleaned. Also, new ideas for the exterior, time to get creative once again and stop following the "vortex image"

[Niagara_V_Dub]

Hey any way if could use to power wires from the sub that i used to have? Just swap out the fuse?

Just run a separate power line, cause its just easier and I would rather have separate fuses for the amps and compressors so that if one blows you can figure out which one is messed up.

[Bierce IV]

gotcha, and i meant that i just have the amp wires, i disconnected the sub so the wires are just chilling there. Found out there 8 gauge so its a no go anyays

[Markg813]

Will the ecs wheel centering plates work with bags?

These are more for static cars.... go with IDF Drop Plates

[tmg1991]

These are more for static cars.... go with IDF Drop Plates

What mark said. And plus the ecs ones look super sketch compared to the idf drop plates

[vjg1215]

What mark said. And plus the ecs ones look super sketch compared to the idf drop plates

What Trevor said.

[Bierce IV]

Yeah I was looking at those, but quick question. Does it matter of both compressors are hooked unto the same side of the tank, or do they have to be on the opposite? Im trying to get the false floor done today

[tmg1991]

Yeah I was looking at those, but quick question. Does it matter of both compressors are hooked unto the same side of the tank, or do they have to be on the opposite? Im trying to get the false floor done today

it doesnt matter. but i feel like it wouldnt fill up as fast as it should going through one line into the tank

[Bierce IV]

no im running 2 lines and watertraps, i meant like as in if both lines ran into the ports next to eachother on the left side of the tank instead of both ends

[Bierce IV]

Just a rough idea i worked on, still gotta add some more wood. haha

IMG_0841 by Bierce IV, on Flickr

[tmg1991]

no im running 2 lines and watertraps, i meant like as in if both lines ran into the ports next to eachother on the left side of the tank instead of both ends

Oh yeah that's fine!

[Bierce IV]

Long story short, got it all in, Still couldnt get the damn strut seated in the knuckle. Drove off a 4x6 nothing moved, so i backed it up and the strut spun and this happened.


IMG_0867 by Bierce IV, on Flickr

Whose got ideas to get those in WITHOUT grinding the protective coating out.

[MechEngg]

Sorry can't quite tell what happened, did your tire peel off your rim?

And you put the car down with the strut halfway in the spindle?? If so you are crazy/stupid, sorry to say. The weight of the car will cause the strut to bind and will actually prevent it from sliding down into the spindle.

My suggestion still stands, 3/4" COLD chisel pounded in 90% of the way, lube, jack under car

Cold chisel: