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Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 27, 2004, 10:24:58 PM
Hi,
Just stumbled across a group buy for them on scoobynet which looks like numbers will be limited,  thread here (http://bbs.scoobynet.co.uk/showthread.php?t=339624)
now looking at price we\'re at already looks healthy enough & cheaper than similar on ebay effectively so just wondered if any of you wanted to jump on or knew of any other options which wood be better still?
Doing a quick scan there\'s mention of either 15mm or 9mm push on fittings, which would be needed or best for the FD?
Cheers
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: r-magic on June 28, 2004, 04:28:48 AM
I have the 9mm on my car. Fits perfect.
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 28, 2004, 08:18:49 AM
so where do they fit on (the hoses) & does that mean to say 15mm is bad idea just in a shallow ignorant way i thought biggest wood be best :D
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: Adam on June 28, 2004, 10:17:02 AM
I can get you a cusco catch can that is made for the FD for £85....  The greddy items are all universal...

Cheers

Adam
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: 20B_boy on June 28, 2004, 10:49:51 AM
Lots of people have the cusco fitted. I\'m not sure what makes the cusco FD can FD-specific tho - its an ally tank, a bracket, a few bolts and a bit of hose??

A catch tank is a catch tank at the end of the day. Tim uses a coke bottle which is just as effective :D

9mm is right I think, rather depends on the diameter of the oil breather - I think its nearer 9 than 15mm...
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 28, 2004, 12:24:52 PM
looks like it\'ll make numbers easy enough so £72 delivered cant be bad....:D
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: iiyama on June 28, 2004, 07:00:21 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by 20B_boy
Lots of people have the cusco fitted. I\'m not sure what makes the cusco FD can FD-specific tho - its an ally tank, a bracket, a few bolts and a bit of hose??

Its the bracket that makes it specific dude! A can is a can is a can as you say!

Ian
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on June 28, 2004, 11:38:28 PM
What is the benefit of having a "catch tank"??
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 29, 2004, 07:06:10 AM
(http://img42.photobucket.com/albums/v128/timdave25/Catch%20Can/Can_Desc.jpg)
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 29, 2004, 07:10:23 AM
At least that\'s the theory & well the added Bruce Bling factor bonus under the bonnet as i understand it....
(http://img42.photobucket.com/albums/v128/timdave25/Catch%20Can/Can_Kit.jpg)
(http://www56.homepage.villanova.edu/daniel.arnal/images/wrx/pics/IMG_3024.jpg)

Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: 20B_boy on June 29, 2004, 09:38:14 AM
Most people that run them on rotors that I\'ve seen over here dont feed it aback into the inlet tract at all i.e. just one hose, no outlet feeding back into the intake piping any where, therefore no contamination of intake charge at all. However, some cars especially with tired motors tend to vent a lot of oil at times - which leads to over flowing (bad)...
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on June 29, 2004, 10:20:37 AM
Si,

go on then put me down for one mate:)
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 29, 2004, 12:58:35 PM
OK i\'ve put you down & said yer paying for mine too.....;) lol
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: muzzyd on June 29, 2004, 01:20:38 PM
Does it come with idiot proof instructions?

Oh and price?
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: Adam on June 29, 2004, 01:25:56 PM
These are on ebay for 65 Quid ????  

Item number: 7907873781

Adam
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: grinder on June 29, 2004, 03:42:05 PM
lovely pic side - is that the same for the FC ?
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on June 29, 2004, 06:24:01 PM
Tiz true Adam but as with all things ebay based dont forget to look @ the P&P thing the prices for this GB are to the door ie cheaper.....
However it looks like we have a slight change of plan from the GB organiser but to the better by looks of it, unless this unit is available elsewhere stupidly cheap, as follows:
QuoteThank you Si I will add his name to my list, keep they comeing!

I HAVE SOME GOOD NEWS!!!!!

I have been in discussion with a number of suppiers and have been able to greatly improve the service. Instead of me collecting money, then sending it to Japan, then getting the cans to my house, then sending them to you all. (Takes a lot of time)

You can pay the suppiler in the UK who will ship to each person individually! (will be a lot quicker)

AND the cost has also come down!!!  Â£70 all in per can (inc VAT and Postage) All we need is 10 people min... which we have!

There is a slight change in can but looks better as you can take this one apart to clean the oil out...
(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/stlaw/hel_catchcan.jpg)
(http://homepage.ntlworld.com/stlaw/hel_catchcan2.jpg)

I  will put the list of names online tonight so people can confirm if they are happy with the change.

Many thanks,
Tim

So any thoughts or more victims er i mean willing participants? lol
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 01, 2004, 01:52:41 PM
latest noows:
In answer to peoples questions:

The DIMENTIONS are: 8 inches tall, 3 inches wide, 3 inches deep

The MOUNTING kit contains: hoses, universal mounting bracket, hose clamps, fluid level meter, adaptor peices to connect the hose to the tank and some basic instructions.

The bracket supplied is universal which makes for easy fitting but can also easily be modified.

As this is a universal kit the only thing not included are t-peices which can be bought from any DIY shop to connect the three holes found on the impreza.

The tank can be fitted to many places in the engine bay, next to the battery, air filter, or top mount intercooler or in the case of a front mount intercooler there is plenty space and choice on where to install it. This is also well documented on Scoobynet and the 22B BBS on how to install them and which breathers to use etc.

Our supplier has NOW ADDED baffels inside each can to help catch the oil vapour (They don\'t usually come with baffles) Which is nice of him


Still sound cunning for FD? :D
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 01, 2004, 05:31:30 PM
me being a pain is helping honest:
***UPDATE - The supplier will also include T-pieces for the same price!!! This is going to be a totally unbeatable group buy...

for £70 you get...
Catch tank
Fitting kit
Baffels
T-pieces
VAT and Delivery!!!

Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 01, 2004, 11:26:39 PM
OK can anyone wishing to join this GB who hasn\'t said so on scoobynet or here, only got Gurj as a definate & put on the scoobynet list so far, please email s_n_groupbuy@hotmail.com (s_n_groupbuy@hotmail.com)  with yer details, say scooby_si sent ya he knows i\'ve been spreading word, & he\'ll give you confirmation of payment details of how to proceed....
Cheers
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on July 01, 2004, 11:35:02 PM
I\'ll give you a bell tomorrow afternoon after i finish work Si, around 630pm ok mate?
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 02, 2004, 12:28:04 PM
no probs if u wana i should still be sober(ish) by then... ;) lol
But datails are as follows:

Quote
Quote from: TimDave25Hello,

Thank you for putting your name down for the catch can group buy. I am sure you will not be disappointed with the price, service and item.

There are two ways to pay, Paypal â€" (//www.paypal.com) please send electronic payment to recipient\'s e-mail: sales@flat4online.co.uk  In the notes section please include your ScoobyNet user name, Real Name, and delivery address.
OR
If you would like to send a cheque, please make it payable to “Irene Lawson” and send to the below address with your ScoobyNet user name, Real Name, and delivery address.
Scott Lawson
71 Melbourne Ave
Mountblow, Clydebank
Glasgow
G81 4QD
Cheques will take approximately 5 working days to clear before goods are shipped.

We will confirm everyone’s payment, the shipping dates and tracking numbers. If you have any questions please feel free to PM or send an e-mail s_n_groupbuy@hotmail.com

Many thanks for your participation as without you this style of working together could not happen.

Best regards,
Tim Reid
(TimDave25)

P.S. For those that have not been keeping track for this fast moving group buy the price is £70 and includes, VAT, Postage, Helix Catch Can, Hoses, Universal mounting bracket, Hose clamps, Fluid level meter, Adaptor pieces to connect the hose to the tank, Baffels inside each can to help catch the oil vapour, T-pieces to connect the three Scooby hoses, and some basic instructions!!!! Pic…
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/stlaw/hel_catchcan.jpg
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/stlaw/hel_catchcan2.jpg

P.P.S IF you no longer wish to take part please let me know so we know not to expect payment.

i asked if it was OK to post this as it was a PM but says no problem & ref scoobynet id says not an issue main thing is shipping details....
Cheers
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: fly on July 02, 2004, 04:55:34 PM
emailed mr lawson with my details, i was convinced when i saw the pictures and how idiotproof it all seemed :D

if only had a garage and a lift!

/me dreams
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: TheJackal on July 04, 2004, 11:51:29 AM
I fancy one of these, does anyone have fitting pics & instructions.
Title: Size Matters
Post by: TheJackal on July 04, 2004, 04:28:28 PM
Does anyone know  what size the pipes need to be for a 93 FD3S, 9mm or 15mm ?
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: iiyama on July 04, 2004, 04:46:15 PM
Got a feeling that the pipe that came with my Cusco can is 11mm

Ian
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 04, 2004, 04:49:55 PM
yeah i think 9mm is the order of the day for the FD but the way i understand it is this kit comes with both types of hoses or similar at least i hope so as i didn\'t specify one over other.....
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 06, 2004, 07:23:20 AM
"Thank you all for the fast payment. The supplier will be sorting out T-pieces tomorrow and then will start sending out the complete kits.

One more bit of information for those that wanted to know... The hose sizes are both 9mm and 15mm (2 sets of adaptors included)"

Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 08, 2004, 05:31:18 PM
FYI incase anyone who wants hasn\'t yet:
THIS GROUP BUY WILL BE CLOSING ON FRIDAY 9th JULY at MIDNIGHT (http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/16/16_6_7.gif)
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on July 08, 2004, 05:34:16 PM
Si,

I sent a email to the address given but got no reply? asked if ok to send cheque and so forth but no reply?

If you can si order me one with your paypal stuff and i\'ll send you the cheque if thats ok??

Let me know.

Gurj
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 08, 2004, 06:27:27 PM
i\'ll ask the question & see wot response is ref you still sending cheque, i dunno you\'d forget yer head (http://www.computerpannen.com/cwm/otn/funny/lew.gif) if it wasn\'t screwed on (Si turns off Dad mode pmsl)
Worst case if he says too late then yeah i can pay for it on my otherwise raped CC via paypal & you can give me yer car keys in return......Hnag on i\'ll get me BS smilie out lol
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on July 08, 2004, 08:08:37 PM
Cheers Si,

If you can do the paypal thingy for me i\'ll send you the cheque out same day mate and my car keys................ errr :3gears-lh :burnout :spank

NOT!!!!
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 08, 2004, 09:06:27 PM
will see how it goes cheque for 1k u say?(http://smilies.jeeptalk.org/ups/dvx_rune/smooch.gif)
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 08, 2004, 09:19:44 PM
aparently yer mail went into his junk mail folder (didn\'t know he knew you that well! (http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/ed/laughpf.gif) lol) so i think he\'s replied, let me know if that still aint tickety boo & we\'ll sort it out b4 close of play....
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: GordR on July 08, 2004, 09:23:50 PM
Hi everyone,

Not sure if this is that relavent to this post????

But, if you need a supplier for group buys then dont hesistate to give me or matthew a call, we can offer good offers on  large group buys!

As you know we have a large range of products to offer you rx7 lot!

My mob is 07743904397 or call us on 01729823674.

GordR
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on July 08, 2004, 09:26:19 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by scooby_si
aparently yer mail went into his junk mail folder (didn\'t know he knew you that well! (http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/ed/laughpf.gif) lol) so i think he\'s replied, let me know if that still aint tickety boo & we\'ll sort it out b4 close of play....
Si

Hi Si,

right Tim would prefer paypal so if you\'re ok with it mate please do the paypal thingy for me and i will send you a cheque for the amount tomorrow.

Dont wanna put you out Si if you\'re ok with it then cool and you\'re cheques in the post, might even drive down and give you the cash personnaly?

Gurj
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 08, 2004, 10:11:41 PM
paid on your behalf mate although he did say sumin about the price goes up for this & as such u owe me 1 million dollars or sumin like that....lol
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 08, 2004, 10:16:04 PM
& Gord i\'ll be in touch to torment you for potential future ones (http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/wink/thumb.gif) i was more just spreading the word with this one.
I will be posting details up later for club discount of 3% off mytyres prices for er tyres thou
Si
Title: HELLO!
Post by: TimDave25 on July 10, 2004, 06:15:51 PM
I am the organiser for the group buy :wave

I have only just got access to this forum and thanks to all who have paid.

Please keep checking the ScoobyNet thread for undates as I am useually over there...

http://bbs.scoobynet.co.uk/showthread.php?t=339624

The final bits for the kit will be arriving with the supplier on Monday and then all the kits will be shipped out. I will try to update this forum but feel free to use the link above.


Thanks again all :D
Title: UPDATE!!!!
Post by: TimDave25 on July 13, 2004, 08:09:34 PM
Thanks to all who have taken part  Those who have paid via cheque only have a little longer to wait but it will be worth it  
This has been very successful and so here are your tracking numbers for royal mail...

TimDave25 - DT 5559 4260 3GB
rooferman ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
RobDon - DT 5559 4261 7GB
IPALMER - DT 5559 4262 5GB
symon wrx - DT 5559 4263 4GB
chris garner - DT 5559 4264 8GB
NelsonUK - DT 5559 4265 1GB
scooby_si - DT 5559 4278 4GB
ralphandcarol ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
alanbell ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
Jazz - DT 5559 4267 9GB
Gurj - DT 5559 4278 4GB
MadGrip - DT 5559 4268 2GB
Vulnax999 - DT 5559 4269 6GB
rooky1 ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
Tone Loc - DT 5559 4270 5GB
simbo - DT 5559 4271 9GB
toxwaz - DT 5559 4272 2GB
coulty - DT 5559 4273 6GB
STE.W. - DT 5559 4274 0GB
Henning - DT 5559 4275 3GB
Ruben Chelvaiyah - DT 5559 4276 7GB
RB5108 ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
WRX_Rich - DT 5559 4277 5GB
ben {ref rooky1} ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
tomp ***Payment Awaiting Clearing***
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on July 13, 2004, 08:21:37 PM
Thanks Tim,

for doing the group buy thingy, and thanks to Si for putting a paypal thingy for me, did you get your cheque SI???:confused:
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: scooby_si on July 13, 2004, 08:30:04 PM
yeah mate hopefully get it put in tomorrow presuming all goes to plan but it does have joined up writing & everything on it this time pmsl (http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/mica/monksit.gif) lol
Si
Title: Greddy oil catch tanks? (group buy also)
Post by: gsb876 on July 13, 2004, 08:58:53 PM
HEY!!!...........i\'ve just learnt how to join up letters:rollin :rollin :rollin