Ad: VTT Cast CNC Aluminum N54 Valve Cover

[aus335iguy]

That engine bay is gorgeous.

The only one ive seen come close was INK’s and he went quiet on the Aussie forums a while ago. (Ill see if i can dig up a pic) The more you look at the photo (of Marty’s) the more small things you notice that you didnt before. Vac canisters, wiring treatment, cowl, the brace, the power steering reservoir(damn you 1Ms) the valve cover is art(not my colour Marty sorry ) the N54 bay is a mess from factory and say what you want about Marty (VTT fanboy ) He does neat precise work. Onya mate!

 

[fmorelli]

Yeah no doubt his engine bay is on the top of the list ... not even in poser mode ... he puts down the juice.

Filippo

 

[martymil]

Thank you for noticing the little things where most just overlook or don't see it, some love the colour and some don't and I understand that and learnt a long time ago
you can please everybody but how you handle your opinion is what sets you apart from the rest. Kudos aus335iguy and I can respect that.

The n54 is a downright ugly engine and it takes a lot of effort and expense to clean it up whilst improving performance and this rocker cover just makes things a little easier.

 

[martymil]

Its actually ink that gave me inspiration to clean up my engine bay but he still owes me a case of beer LOL.

 

[Chris@VargasTurboTech]

We may be biased but this is still one of our favorite engine bays...

 

[MDORPHN]

We may be biased but this is still one of our favorite engine bays...View attachment 29105

Any issues having the R8 coils without additional support?

Neil

 

[Chris@VargasTurboTech]

Any issues having the R8 coils without additional support?

Neil

That's a PR kit, we ran the longer lines for a bit. It's the only upgraded coil kit we really run.

 

[martymil]

I have both, I have the pr coils on the 1m and r8's are sitting in the cupboard as all the harness plugs have split and broke in half.

There has been many fitment issues with that kit and there is a whole thread on it here somewhere, I'll end up putting them on my 335 most likely but
I'm still trying to work out what I'm going to do with all the ugly wiring.

I think pr will be bringing out new coil colours, i cant remember where the thread was posted about what colours people would like to see them in.

All I can tell you we have had no issues with the pr what so ever.

 

[MDORPHN]

I have both, I have the pr coils on the 1m and r8's are sitting in the cupboard as all the harness plugs have split and broke in half.

There has been many fitment issues with that kit and there is a whole thread on it here somewhere, I'll end up putting them on my 335 most likely but
I'm still trying to work out what I'm going to do with all the ugly wiring.

I think pr will be bringing out new coil colours, i cant remember where the thread was posted about what colours people would like to see them in.

All I can tell you we have had no issues with the pr what so ever.

I've been running the R8s but revised the harness and it's been fine, surviving two One Lap of America and many other track days.

The other valve cover has an optional piece that braces them. Just trying to figure out how they'd work with the VTT piece.

Neil

 

[fmorelli]

Any issues having the R8 coils without additional support?

That's a PR kit, we ran the longer lines for a bit. It's the only upgraded coil kit we really run.

Gee I wonder why

I have both, I have the pr coils on the 1m and r8's are sitting in the cupboard as all the harness plugs have split and broke in half.

Most reliable place to run that setup is in the cupboard, for sure.

There has been many fitment issues with that kit and there is a whole thread on it here somewhere, I'll end up putting them on my 335 most likely but
I'm still trying to work out what I'm going to do with all the ugly wiring.
I think pr will be bringing out new coil colours, i cant remember where the thread was posted about what colours people would like to see them in.
All I can tell you we have had no issues with the pr what so ever.

IMHO the R8 setup in the cupboard is an attractive nuisance that would best leave the garage. You already have the formula - move the existing 1M PR's to the 335 when you buy the updated/color change PR set for the 1M. The last thing any of us need are products that cause us to chase ghost issues like crazy - ignition system is winner winner chicken dinner for that, on these cars.

IMHO I'm not a fan of the Home Depot wiring of the R8 kit either, (updated or not).

@martymil I'm waiting for you to put together a Deutsche Connector based ignition wiring subsystem ...............

Filippo

 

[aus335iguy]

Most reliable place to run that setup is in the cupboard, for sure.

Thats gold!

 

[martymil]

I was going to cut the plugs of and hard wire it, but since pr is going to release the new coil colours I will just transfer them onto the 335 and possibly the rocker cover as the current
plastic one has cracked and leaking oil, since I'm changing the cams I will most likely transfer this combo to the 335 and I've got an idea on doing something exotic and quite possibly just a one off for the 1m.

Its just an idea for now pending if it will be possible.

 

[Chris@VargasTurboTech]

Here is how we suggest running the system with a relief. We have test fit, and the relief fits the front port on the Billet, and Cast VC's with no issue.

 

[Chris@VargasTurboTech]

A heads up for anyone who is sick of waiting we should have all our Cast VC's in red, and black in about 2 weeks. We have already sold 5, we ordered 25, so 20 left in various colors. ALSO, we have confirmation we can do a magnesium VC in BILLET CNC for $1900 (No it's not cheap, we are barely putting anything on top of that, they are not comfortable casting Mag currently so they only offered it to us in Billet). Immediate availability. It will weigh 1/3 less than an aluminum version so think around 6lbs, or less than a stock VC.

 

[fmorelli]

Badass for a high-dollar build.

Filippo

 

[SJ_1989]

Mag CNC version would be cool but I'd rather just lay off the pizza for 2 weeks and lose those 6 lbs haha. Good for both my wallet and the ladies!

 

[Chris@VargasTurboTech]

Some pics of the red and black cast valve covers with a few good close ups!

As an aside, a few guys have asked if they need to remove injectors to install the valve cover. The answer is "no", but it is easier if you do remove them. I didn't when I changed my VC. Tony always removes the injectors when taking off a valve cover, but as I pointed out to him, he's also changed more injectors than anyone I know, at the last 1/2 mile event the car's injectors started acting up and he changed all of them out including coding in about 15 minutes.

 

[Chris@VargasTurboTech]

These are in stock for immediate shipping

 

[Groovysapien]

These are in stock for immediate shipping

Just double checking before I order, do you have black one in stock right now? Also could I PM you about PCV questions? Tried emailing [email protected] a few days ago, but no reply.

 

[dreptroman]

I confirm the ad is pointless without proper pcv instructions.

You should list 2 3 options for us less pcv savy users ) that means parts and all as this advances fast, meaning the options

Just double checking before I order, do you have black one in stock right now? Also could I PM you about PCV questions? Tried emailing [email protected] a few days ago, but no reply.