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Old 06-12-2011, 10:57 PM   #1
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Hi all,

My name is Nat. Ive been lerking around the forum for a couple of months now watching my partners build threads, Jase, (CRYHSV) along with other things, I didnt want to do a formal intro until I could have a great car to bring to the table..

Couple of weeks ago I purchased an AU Falcon from a fellow Forum member who I wont mention for his privacy. Now initially my partner told me about this car before I ever saw it, and all I heard him say was "AU", at that point as far as I was concerned the Conversation was over. Ive never been big on the AU's unlike Jase, he in recent times has become very "emotional" towards them.
Well a couple of months back now, Jase and I where having lunch in Port Botany where we bumped into this forum member and his girlfriend. We ended up coasting back home together side by side in Jase's EL and this AU, going though General Holmes Dr under the tunnel, I heard this thing open up all 8 cylinders. At that point I was sold and within a fornight picked it up and its now in our posession.
The car performance wise is fine for me and I definatly do not require more power. Looks wise Id like to do a few things to it. Just to give it a subtle look. Id like to eventually add a series III body kit on it and also repray it to the AU's Gun Metel grey colour.
It has red leather interior in it which I dont have pics of but will get eventually.
Sorry for the long winded thread guys and happy to be apart of what Jase seems to be addicted too.

Here are some the mods.

Vortech V2 Blower
2.75" pully 8 rib
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255l/hr Walbro Intank fuel pump
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3" Full exhaust
347 stroker.

Thanks.

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Old 06-12-2011, 11:10 PM   #2
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Sorry I tried to load the pics in the original post but didnt want to work so I used tinypic











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Old 06-12-2011, 11:14 PM   #3
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Good to see ya here Nat...!!

At least you don't have to upgrade to be in the challenge with Jase in the power competition, yet....


and by the way, i'd suggest you use photobucket, and then use the "IMG" tags
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:18 PM   #4
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Who the hell let her out! Great, now we publize how much more power she has then me!
hahahahhahaaha!

Welcome angel, now change your signature to show lesser power please....
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:27 PM   #5
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Sounds like you might need some more boost CRYHSV.
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:27 PM   #6
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A win, win in this family, well done!
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:34 PM   #7
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well done, a great addition to the family
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:43 PM   #8
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Thanks For the Welcome and tips xrghiawagon! (And all)
And I am barely ahead in the power struggle so far but Jase is not far behind.

Sweetheart, if I change my signature I'd be lying.
I am yet to get Jase to properly show me how to navigate around here but none the less I am looking forward to adding more picture and getting to know everyone's cars
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Sounds like you might need some more boost CRYHSV.

More boost, more air, more cubes and more clutch... Much more clutch! lol
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:46 PM   #10
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Welcome aboard! Nice ride!
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Old 06-12-2011, 11:54 PM   #11
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When you do.. Just remember ... I am only running 9psi.


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More boost, more air, more cubes and more clutch... Much more clutch! lol
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BETWEEN TWO PEOPLE WE HAVE, 24 CYLINDERS, 37 PSI, 3 TURBOS, 1 SUPERCHARGER AND ROUGHLY 990 KWS

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Old 07-12-2011, 10:31 AM   #12
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When you do.. Just remember ... I am only running 9psi.
Welcome Nat have seen you with Jase on an outing with AFF. Very nice car you have there fits in the family nicely hope see you on a cruise soon but which car will you take?... maybe both.....decisions, decisions.


Hey Jase one word mate..... "Owned!"
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Old 07-12-2011, 10:54 AM   #13
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welcome nat...nice driveway...so wish it was mine!!!
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Old 07-12-2011, 11:34 AM   #14
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Hey Jase one word mate..... "Owned!"

I think we'd be inclinded to take both FTE...

And owned is how Im kinda feeling about it aswel.
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Old 07-12-2011, 05:57 PM   #16
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We will definitely take both :P

And Jase, need I say it , what is mine is yours.

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I think we'd be inclinded to take both FTE...

And owned is how Im kinda feeling about it aswel.
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Old 07-12-2011, 09:22 PM   #18
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Welcome! Nice pick up, i remember it forsale for a while there.

very jelouse that MRAND MRS BOTH own Blown ford v8's.. Never a "FAIL" whichever ride you choose to be in..
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so when do the power wars begin???
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as of when it was picked up, haha....
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Hahahahha!! Its already started....
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Hahahahha!! Its already started....
You could always pinch her engine and bolt your turbos on the side......
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Old 08-12-2011, 12:17 AM   #23
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Your right. But it will give her a reason to buy a new FG SC. I fought tooth and nail for her to not have one.

Im just happy to have another mighty Windsor in the family. Gives me the warm and fuzzies.

You know your pushing crap uphill when use are arguing about the better car and my only card I can pull out is the fact I have a Sunroof! Lol
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It's not so much the engine, but the transmission....

edit: too late, haha...

um Jase & Nat, any plans to upgrade in the power department on this one before a Dart block is ordered...?
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um Jase & Nat, any plans to upgrade in the power department on this one before a Dart block is ordered...?
Probably not for a while, I have to get used to the current power out-put first, the EL is a priority for the block and box upgrade first.

The AU will be getting some cosmetic upgrades first then power upgrades. e.g. a re-spray (maybe Gun Metal Grey), raised a tiny bit as it is a little bit too low and it makes it scary going over bump and I don't want to rip out my sump, and maybe a brake upgrade as she still has standard brakes.
Also, there is around 5 xr8 badges on the exterior that I want off, 3 stock ones and 2 on the side skirts are the B series badges from the previous owner and it is a bit of an over kill for me. I would also love to put a AU III body kit on it, as I have always had a soft spot for them, this will have to take a lot of sourcing though. Hopefully I find one before the re-spray to make it easier and cheaper.
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Welcome to the forums! That's an awesome looking AU, and the EL isn't too bad either ;)
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Welcome to the forums! That's an awesome looking AU, and the EL isn't too bad either ;)
Hahahahaha!!! See its already begun!
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Hahahahaha!!! See its already begun!
I'm kidding they're both equally cool...
That better?
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Any updates on this?

Not yet... Maybe in the next couple of weeks, Jase will probably be responsible for em and I will be the photographer

and THE SLUG, I think the EL is waaaaayyyyy cooler, its more original in its concept, mine has been done before... and mine is closer to complete and the EL is about 30% done.
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BETWEEN TWO PEOPLE WE HAVE, 24 CYLINDERS, 37 PSI, 3 TURBOS, 1 SUPERCHARGER AND ROUGHLY 990 KWS

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