Good Friends are Priceless

It's been a long week already and it's only Tuesday!  After a big weekend celebrating a friend's 40th I got slammed by the dreaded gastro and spent the rest of the weekend wishing someone would end my misery. 

I've survived the last couple of days on the odd square of Vegemite toast and have been feeling very sorry for myself.  Until this morning that is.  My gorgeous friend Krissa turned up at our 'morning meeting' with a present for me.

Not my birthday - just a 'love' present apparently and gee am I glad she loves me...  how cool is this?

Now I too can look super stylish even though I don't drink coffee.  This Tea Lovers Eco Cup even has a teapot button that you can wrap your teabag string around while the tea is steeping.

I love it and the fact that it looks like a ceramic ginger jar has me completely smitten.

How lucky am I?  Krissa's gift coupled with another friend who brought me chicken soup to work today has made life a whole lot brighter.

I may even make it through the week.

My Red Carpet Picks

Gwyneth is possibly one of the most annoying people on the planet BUT I hate to say it - she looks amazing. 

She gets my vote as best dressed of the night.

Gwyn is closely followed by Miss Hailee Steinfeld who could not look lovelier, or more age-appropriate if she tried.  The perfect look for a girl who has just turned 15.

Nicole Kidman

She's not high on my list of favourite people but she's married to 'my Keith' and I love this image of her.  Good luck tonight Nicole.

One job down

Steel doors and windows being quoted as we speak - fingers and toes crossed that they're within budget!

Mustang GT Muscle Car

I took this photo (Mustang GT muscle car from the movie “Gone in 60 Seconds) at the super car show: Top Marques, Monaco 2008.

NISSAN 350 Z JAPAN MODIFICATION

Auto Salon Aussie Car Seport

Right from the moment you laid eyes on it, this AP1 had you, didn't it? Go on, even you turbo-junkie, died-in-the-wool brand whores will have to admit that this has to be one of the meanest, angriest S2000 Honda you've seen, and also one of the best. This S2000 is built to circuit specifications, with thorough lightening of the chassis and body, along with a million adjustable suspension components and an engine that revs like a jet turbine.

To be able to lap Tsukuba in under the one-minute barrier, the line between all-out motor sport engineering and traditional street tuner modifications blurs. Every single piece of the motor's systems has to be scrutinised to check for inefficiencies, wasted power, less-than-perfect balance and possible weaknesses, because while they're all very minor on their own (perhaps contributing maybe one percent, if that), when you go right through a vehicle with a race engineer's eye you'll find quite a few of these issues and suddenly you've got a huge gain on your hands.

A couple of numbers concerning the highly worked F22C engine stand out on the info sheet the Japanese tuning legends provided us: 12.9:1 and 235. That is the sky high compression ratio and amazing amount of kilowatts this naturally aspirated 2.2-litre car puts out, which is about as far removed from your average street-driven AP1 as Jupiter is from Black town, and what an F22C it is!

One of J's Raising's own crate motors which cashed up punters can buy for an eye-watering 798,000 Yen, plus shipping! it is a finely balanced, high-revving, quad-throttle masterpiece that encapsulates all that is great and good about manic track-prepped Honda four-cylinders. In short, this thing is the alpha male of S2000 engines and you can't help but realise that the second you clap your peepers on it.

The custom intake and quad throttles feed obscene amounts of air into the completely rebuilt in-line four-cylinder, which has benefited from judicious reworking of Honda's already excellent engineering to provide a fantastically response power plant that can withstand the brutal forces dished out from regular track work. The sump is now a J's Racing design that stops engine-destroying surging, while there are fluid coolers not just for the motor, but the gearbox and diff as well, all to ensure that they don't overheat and damage anything. Then there are the Megen heavy duty engine mounts, Sam co radiator hoses (that resist blowing off) and an Aussie MoTeC M400 ECU, which will keep a very strict electronic eye over proceedings.

Everything has been carefully tinkered with, as J's Racing went about changing and honing only what they needed to, though they saw fit to develop a new exhaust manifold and featherweight titanium exhaust system for the two-door flier. But, it's not just about power, with the efficient delivery of each of the 235kW the car puts down of utmost importance.

To this end, J's Racing had Exert build them a custom-specification Hyper Single clutch, while the boys in the back room changed the final drive ratio to a shorter, more accelerating 4.4:1. They also packed in one of their own 1.5-way limited-slip centres for increased traction and a set of hardened gearbox and differential mounts to erase the slop of the standard rubber units and assist power delivery. It was those excessive tolerances that provided the impetus for a lot of the suspension work that went on under the sexy bodywork.

After having the shell spot-welded for strength and a thorough roll cage welded in, a set of J's Raising's own CRUX Colver's were fitted, shod with pillow ball upper mounts for a solid mating face, as the noise and harshness damping effects of the stock rubber pieces were not required on this track-only brute. J's also fitted a 20mm roll centre adjuster to let them get their geometry bang on perfect, along with a set of pillow-mount tie rods to eliminate the S2000's cursed bump-steer (where the toe angle changes as the suspension moves up and down, slowing the car in the corner and making it unstable).

Further limitations were eradicated with the removal of the OEM suspension arms, which were replaced by J's Raising's own SPL rear pillow-mount arms, along with the J's Racing sub-frame reinforcement kit in both the front and rear ends, which reduces twisting and takes the last ounce of slack in the OEM road set-up and drop-kicks it out of the park. Make no mistake: this S2k is stiffer than one of the Sydney Harbour Bridge's support girders.

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Cool Consept Car Modification

Honda Accord Crosstour shows tiny problems in the IIHS rollover tests

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) conducted rollover tests on several vehicles and the Honda Accord Crosstour was among those that didn’t do well.

Already, many observers expect this model to get an early refresh. The suggestions include a new face and a titanium-reinforced roof. In the latest tests, the IIHS didn’t exactly roll the vehicles. Rather, the IIHS pushed a metal plate against 1 corner of a roof at a constant speed. To get a good rating, a roof must withstand a force of 4 times the vehicle’s weight before reaching 5 inches of crush. To get an acceptable rating, the minimum strength-to-weight ratio that’s needed is 3.25. A poor rating is given to those that have lower than 2.5. Vehicles that did remarkably well are the Grand Cherokee, Highlander, Liberty, and Venza, which all withstood forces of almost 5 times their weights. The Crosstour can withstand 2.8 times its weight while the Endeavor and Pilot can endure only 3 times its weight.

Spray painting your Car

Spray painting refers to a painting technique in which a device is used to spray a coating of paint, ink, varnish, etc. through the air onto a particular surface. The most common types of spray painting techniques make use of compressed gas, generally air, to atomize and direct the paint particles. Spray guns are either automated or hand-held and are equipped with interchangeable heads that enable different spray patterns. Spray guns are mostly used for spraying cars. Various spray painting techniques are employed to paint the surface of a car and almost all of them use compressed air or air pressure to discharge and direct the spray.

In case, your car needs to be painted but you don't wish to spend the money on a professional paint job, you can easily paint it yourself! Here are a few tips that might be useful for you:

* Before beginning to paint, sand or grind out all rust spots. Always use a filler for areas that are heavily rusted.

* Use a masking tape to distinguish those areas that you don't want to paint. Sometimes, you will have to remove certain pieces of the car so as to paint evenly.

* A lot of time and money will be wasted on paint if you don't prime your car with a high-quality metal primer. The surfaces that are to be painted must be first covered with a primer.

* Paint using a high-quality enamel such as Rust-Oleum to protect your car and to enhance the durability of your paint job. To attain good results, you can also attach a spray can and air compressor or buy a snap-and-spray aerosol can holder from any store for a reasonable amount. These spray can holders help in producing an even flow and you don't have to hold the spray nozzle for a long period of time.

* Maintain a distance of 8 to 15 inches from the car while spray
painting it in order to prevent paint runs. Apply the paint in an area that does not have dirt or dust as these particles can get into the paint before it dries.
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Modifikasi Motor Bergaya Jepang

Japanesse Trend Bike Customized 2009

Problem modification motors, Japan can not be seen next to the Motor mata.Niko Plus Fiandri directly report the scooter modification Rage contest, shot in the National Custom Show in Sportline, Osaka. Rage is a mat scooter contest first modification in the City of Sakura's.

According to Keiichi Terada the modification creator from Sigma Spyder Osaka, modification decreased interest than ever before. Cause, the direction of the manufacturer and it affects consumers modify. Specialist 250 cc's scooter customized estimate, three years ahead of modification leading to environmentally friendly technologies.

"Most likely to change the water-fueled engine or electric motor to make," says Terada the Matsuyamachi, Suji, Osaka. According to him, now modified in Japan, especially for CC skutik was great to play in the body.

Honda Mugen Euro to build Type R prototype

Following media speculation, MUGEN EURO Co., Ltd has confirmed the development of a highly-tuned Honda Civic Type R 'MUGEN' concept prototype road car, using the same powertrain as the Civic MUGEN RR saloon launched in 2007 in Japan.

The car is being developed in Japan by MUGEN EURO – the Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda’s long standing tuning partner MUGEN – and will be brought to the UK for testing later in the year. At this stage, the car is being prepared purely as a prototype model.

To enhance the performance of the already-impressive Civic Type R, MUGEN EURO will tune Honda’s 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine to produce more power and torque, as well as developing the brakes, exhaust and suspension. Externally, the Civic will take on an even more aggressive appearance, with a new aerodynamic package including a larger rear boot spoiler.

“In standard trim, the Civic Type R is a thrilling machine to drive,” said Hiro Toyoda, Vice President of MUGEN EURO. “It is a fantastic base model from which we hope to develop one of the quickest point to point front-wheel-drive road cars in the country.”

Japan Extreme Modification – Car And Motor Cycle

About motorcycles and cars modification , Japan is a country with the result that quite a lot of modifications. According to Keiichi Terada the modification experts from Sigma Spyder Osaka, modification enthusiasts is decreased than ever before Caused by the emergence of new products that have been modified from the manufacturer. types modification in the most preferred by consumers is on the body and engine. to modify the motor mostly done in the body, while for more cars in the machine.

Honda Estilo (Civic Hatchback) - Auto car modification by Signal Auto Bandung Indonesia

Honda Estilo (Civic Hatchback) - Auto car modification by Signal Auto Bandung Indonesia

Spec :

Eksterior :

• Custom bodykit Veilside millennium S2000 ed.

• Custom basecoat banco pearl

• Custom airbrush tangelo and violet

• Multi layer clear coat

• Solid custom rooftop

• Custom air scoop

• Rear mirror F1 craftsquare carbon model

Rolling stock :

• Euro line wheel 8,5x19”

• Michelin Pilot sport tyres

• Shock Koni

• Brake kit Brac X 6 pot kaliper

Honda Estilo (Civic Hatchback) - Auto car modification by Signal Auto Bandung Indonesia

Honda Estilo (Civic Hatchback) - Auto car modification by Signal Auto Bandung Indonesia

Honda Estilo (Civic Hatchback) - Auto car modification by Signal Auto Bandung Indonesia

Interior :
• Veilside steering wheel
• Veilside Shift knob
• Veilside foot rest
• Hispanic style interior trimming tiger skin
Audio :
• Head unit Pioneer KEH-P7025
• Monitor TV Oris in dash 7”
• Speaker focal 6” 2 set
• Subwoofer Sony Xplod 12” 2 pcs
• Cap bank Intersys
Interested with Signal Auto, contact here : SIGNAL AUTO

Intermezo Sexy Trend Motorbikes

Honda Bikes

Trend 2011-Honda-EVO-6

Honda bikes are one of the finest bikes you can find in the present motorbike market. The bikes from Honda are known for their style, performance and reliability. Being highly practical and robust, people love to get these two wheelers. No matter if you are starter or an expert rider Honda bikes can give you an experience of a lifetime.

Some of the most unsurpassed bikes from Honda include CBR1000, Honda 599, and CBR250. These are the most popular bikes from Honda which are sought after by endless people.

honda shadow 750

The style as well as the functionality of these bikes contributes for their success. Being highly versatile, different riders are able to find their dream bike in the form of these bikes from Honda.

Honda bikes made their entry into the market during 1949. Since that time, these bikes have been improving and new designs and feature are being introduced in their line. The beauty and efficiency of Honda bikes are the two of its USPs which have been seen ever since they entered in the arena of bikes. The innovations in these bikes together with up to the minute technologies have allowed Honda to come up with unsurpassed motor bikes. Owing to the high quality together with style, Honda motorcycles are the number one choice of bike lovers.

New Honda-CB1000R-Bike-

One of the greatest bikes from Honda includes Honda 599. Its great features including 4-cylinder engine, six-notch transmission, and computerized ignition controls make it a great bike for all. You can get this bike in about $7399. Honda CBR 250 is another wonderful bike from Honda. It has amazing features yet it is very easy to maintain. Another fantastic bike from Honda is Honda CBR1000. It is replete with great features including computer-operated valve, a Unit Pro-Link rear suspension, a Dual Stage Fuel Injection System amongst a range of other desirable features. It has 998cc engine which make sit extremely fast. It is also very light weight which makes it a great bike for all.

honda sport--CBR1000RR1

Honda ST1100 is a wonderful bike which is an excellent two wheelers for those who wish to use their bikes for long distances. It has great features such as anti-lock brake system, 40 amp air-cooled alternator, 7.4-U.S. gallon capacity fuel tank besides scores of other fantastic features. Honda RVF400 is another wonderful two-wheeler with features such as advanced handling, upside-down front forks and rich design.

With these models and many more, Honda motor bikes are a treat for the riders. You will love the ride, adore the design and thank Honda for other wonderful features.

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Ducati Sport motorcycle

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Toyota’s ENDO Urban Car Concept

August 31, 2005 Toyota is the world’s second largest automotive manufacturer and it has known for some time that it would not become number one selling automobiles as we now know them. Over the last few years the Japanese giant has both entrenched itself in traditional automotive enclaves such as prestige motoring and Formula 1, while it has evolved numerous concepts for mobility solutions in the grey area where robotics meets personal transport – ranging from walking chairs, through intelligent transforming personal wheeled transporters. Two of the concepts to be shown by Toyota at the upcoming Frankfurt Auto Show are in this “personal mobility” area - the Endo and the I-unit. Emanating from the company’s ED2 design studio in Southern France, the Endo is an urban-friendly car designed to address some of the key issues of modern urban life, while the i-unit has been seen previously at the New York Auto Show in January this year and is one of the major attractions at EXPO 2005 in Aichi, Japan and is "a new approach to human mobility that enables the driver to interact with his or her surroundings. The design of the i-unit is "inspired by a leaf, a natural expression of life on earth." Read More

Car Alien

Benda apakah yang ada pada gambar di bawah ini? Properti film fiksi ilmiahkah? Bukan, ini hanyalah sebuah mobil biasa. Tapi lebih terlihat seperti mobil masa depan atau mobil alien (kalaupun ada).

Mobil ini dibuat oleh Mike Vetter dari Florida. Pemilik sebuah perusahaan modifikasi mobil bernama The Car Factory ini, mempreteli mobil Chevy Aveo, mengganti eksteriornya, dan memasang pintu Gull-wing sebagai pelengkap. Mobil ini juga dijual oleh Vetter di situs ebay. Tertarik?

Seandainya mobil ini dapat terbang sungguhan, mungkin akan jauh lebih menarik. Tetapi desain yang ditawarkan juga cukup menggoda. Saya yakin bangsa Indonesia juga mampu membuat inovasi seperti ini, bahkan yang jauh lebih baik dari ini.

Motor Vespa Modifikasi Chooper

Scooter or a Vespa is still synonymous with Dilirik as favorite mount. Moreover, Vespa can also appear after the masculine style chooper modifications. Vespa motor chooper following modifications can perhaps Conference Vespa you to reorganize your property to appear more masculine.

Vespa Chooper

Modifikasi vespa Mini

What’s in the mind when you hear the word ‘Japan’? State of progress and sophistication with the technology side by side but remain consistent with the cultural uniqueness. Or one of the country that is now seen as the starting center of the world fashion trend. Or may also be one of the largest automotive manufacturers in dunia.Well, all the above is generally a fairly accurate description of Japan, especially for the last mentioned. As one of the largest manufacturers of automotive, Japan succeeded in exporting its products to various countries dibelahan world. Even the successful market in some countries. Various types of vehicles, both four wheels and two wheels of different types of succession enliven the world automotive market. In addition to the car or the motor itself, there is one thing that is also quite interesting to be, the modification of the style of the country’s sunrise. Style of ornamentation that is now also began to participate in the infecting various parts of the world,

Low Rider dan Chopper MIO Modifikasi

Junaidi Saputra from Medan, North Sumatra, try to develop more low flow rider modifications. Indeed, judging from the look of his Yamaha Mio Sporty, a strong impression that only lengthen modifikator axle which is characteristic of low-rider. But, if the scrutiny right, there is an experiment that looked at it skutik garputala logo.

“As shown on the front and rear wheels, a long follow-up,” said Junaidi, builder Admair Thula (AT) which is based in Medan. Total length of the motor to be 3.5 meters. That is, dimensions Mio delay of about 1 meter.

Long retreat, retreat, said Junaidi, to 32 cm. This does not include the end of the outer tire. However, there are unique on the retreat, withdraw it. When the construction is typically shaped letters “H”, here he made a model “J”.

“To be strong due to rim and engine load, the material is taken from galvanized,” he explained. This effort shall thumbs up. Imagine, with the rear wheel of a super-wide, the device remains in the middle. If viewed from the tire and rim application, then surely this Mio into Bobber style.

To adjust the back of the already overly stretch, re-house CVT reformed. Way, that part was cut and added to plates 8 cm to match the back, though not quite fit the position because it was too out of place.

Front wheel chopper-like models in the Harley-proved difficult to maneuver. Turning radius is very small like a chopper-style motorcycle HD. Changes made by sliding out and replace komstir triangular shaped enggak again straight, but it resembles a “V”.

When asked to roads with berziga-zagging in between rows of cones, the motor was trouble. In fact, the driver must be off the foot many times. However, testing his courage Junaidi to take the road more than 5 km.

Sharmistha Mukherjee in New Delhi

with India slated to become the fourth largest automobile market in the world over the next five years, a host of Chinese automobile manufacturers such as Jianghuai Automobile Company, Brilliance Auto, Chery international, Build Your Dreams and Beiqi Foton are all exploring opportunities to set up shop in the country.

An industry source informed, "A lot of cross-pollination is going to happen between the automobile industries in India and China. Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation has already made an entry into the market here and manufacturers such as Chery, Brilliance, JAC, BYD and Beiqi Foton are working out modalities to start operations. These companies have products which are a strategic fit for the Indian market. Some of them have already made enquiries regarding the vendor base available in India for starting operations here."