Go the extra miles - part 2

I asked a friend from Perodua Viva Club (VIVAC) to help install a Vacuum Meter for me. This time I chose a cheapo meter gauge, replica of Defi meter. Cost me MYR 130 include installation. This meter really differ in terms of quality compare to my NRG Water Temp Gauge. However I do not mind the difference as long as it serve the purpose.

Place at the top of the windscreen :)

Braking Upgrades

The YRV ventilated disc

The OEM solid disc

It is always a good option to upgrade a car braking performance. A lot of people take braking performances for granted. This is especially crucial moreover because Perodua Viva comes with solid disc for the front brakes. Furthermore Perodua cars are especially famous for the brakes issue of vibrating and warp disc.

Secondary illumination with HID

The fog lamps using HID

The OEM lighting seems to be a bit pitiful to see clearly during this rainy season and at night. It is critical to see and be seen. In addition with Malaysia weather of raining throughout the year, it is quite troublesome to see clearly particularly during heavy downpour.

Going the extra miles - part I

It has been a while since I updated my blog.

Water Temp Meter & Volt meter

Well, this time I would like to write about extra gauges to monitor the car’s condition and health for Normally Aspirated (NA) cars. What is important and what would be waste of money. This is especially more important during spirited driving or normal cruising.

New Look

Recently I decided to change my Perodua Viva bumper. The main reason would be because the OEM bumper seems to be out of alignment. And also because of scratch received during the 4^th day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, believed it is caused by moron reversing out of parking at my in law’s residential area.

Update on Hotbits Header/ Extractor

The crack

After approximately around 2 years of usage, this Hotbits header cracked and need to be replaced. The first sign was there was this annoying sound from the engine bay, something like a boxer engine like in the Imprezas.

DIY Cleaning Throttle Body

This time I would like to share on how I clean the throttle body of my Perodua Viva. Firstly locate the throttle body in the engine bay. Then trace the six bolts that attach to the throttle body. Only need a size 10 and 12 to open these bolts. Plus need an extended wrench to open the bolts that are hiding at the throttle body because the normal spanner cannot reach those bolts.

CAI using PVC Pipe- DIY Style!

I started this project as a gift for myself for my birthday and that was on last February. However it was stall due to work. First of all let me explain what is CAI. CAI stands for Cold Air Intake, is a device use to draw cold air from outside the engine bay preferably from the front. A lot of people use this method to ensure the car is more powerful even during hot day. It is also the most popular method that is believed to increase horsepower and increase your mileage. Well no harm for me to try it.

Cabin Filter aka Air Cond Filter

The New Cabin Filter aka Air Cond Filter

This is another tip from car forums to help maintain the car air conditioning to last longer and provide clean air circulation in the cabin.

DIY Oil Catch Tank Kampung Style.

Another project which I have done to my car. A simple DIY job with basic tools and cheap fuel filter. This was to ensure that the throttle body stay clean longer from oil vapour sticking on the sidewall and sensor. Thus will provide accurate signal to the ECU.