Go Kart @ Sunway Extreme Park, Ipoh

Last Saturday, I had invited some of the guys to have some fun at the new Go Kart track at Sunway Extreme Park in Ipoh. I went to the track last week to get the first experience of go-karting with Sifu Chung and Malat but it was raining that day. So, I managed to get a sneak preview of the car. Quite new and nice. So I decided to ask everyone to have fun there. :)

When reached the track, there was dark cloud in the sky. Doesn't look good but the track was very dry due to it was very hot in the evening. Nice timing, I was telling myself. I just wish they would come early a bit so that I can have my first ever go-kart experience. Hehe.. :P

After waiting for some time, the sky had turn dark. I was like 'argh..can't play again?' :(

But, there is always hope. Koh arrived just in time. I told Koh to get his helmet and we should go without waiting. Later if Vincent arrived, and IF the weather is nice, then we can ride again. ;)

So, we went in the track and WOT our heart out. Haha. I was like oversteering all the time. And Koh was just too fast. Hehe. I was lucky that he didn't hit me when I oversteered. He was a great driver. Hehe..respect . :)

After 3 laps, the rain started to pour. Well, the last 3 laps would be 'drifting' go-kart experience. Haha. At least I know what was oversteered and drifting was about. Haha.. :P

Anyway, I had so much fun that day. I'm sure there will be a 2nd visit to this track. Hehe ;)

Vincent came after the rain started, so we just 'talk cock' at the pit stop. He said he will play on Sunday. Hehe. Private practise. Haha...:)

Well, below are some shots of the car and track. Thanks to Princess Bumblebee for being a photographer that day. Hehe.. ;)

Nice seat and handling..


Front view..


Small but fast..


Lots of cars waiting to be occupied..:)


Koh finished 1st..bravo..hehe..


Ready for action..


My 1st go-karting..

Mean Machines 2009 at Auto City, Juru, Penang

It's been quite sometime since I blogged. :) Well, this weekend, I visited the Mean Machines 2009 at Penang. It was a car and motorsport show event where you can see lots of car and motorcycle enthusiasts. You can see lots of modified cars, classic cars, mini bike, classic motorbikes (kapchai) and models. :P

We started the journey after breakfast at about 10.00 am. It was a relax and beautiful journey towards Penang. On the way, we enjoyed the songs from the CD. ;)

Just before reach Juru tol, we were caught in the middle of the traffic jam. We were so eager to know what had happened. The outcome, a lorry carrying small rocks had overturned. A 2 lane highway had became single lane and every car slow down to catch a glimpse of what happened (including me). Hehe.. :)

Well, scroll down for pictures of the events. Hehe.. ;P


Nice Smart4two..


Fully loaded with superb ICE..


The only GTR R35..

Nice posing?.. hehe..

The best looking Savvy I ever seen..

Nice job done by Savvy Owners Club (SAVOC)

Looks familiar? Hehe..engine is old, but ICE is cool..

Dare to drive the 'bulls'???

The best line...it translated as "Car Modifying Is Not A Guilt"...

Drift car..

A great collection of classic car..

Nice bimmer???

This is older than me..haha..

Nice TD...

For Satria Neo owner..be proud..

R3 track car secrets revealed???

Saw lots of Transformer there...


Interior of a modified 350Z


Mini Red Bull???


Nice airbrush technics...


Wonder what is his origin???


See that tubes? Who knows what's it's function???


Nice rojak..haha. Try to guess what it's origin...


Malaysians are full of ideas and creativity..


Well???


Nice color...


Don't ya wish ya Wira looks like this...


Bikes...


Nice decorated bimmer...


Super GT...


Japan Police guys sent their representatives..


Well, there you have it. A short summary of Mean Machines 2009. Lots of fun and nice journey. Hehe.. :P

Thanks to Princess Bumblebee for all the pictures. :)

Ipoh Foh San Dim Sum Restaurant

Ipoh Foh San dim sum was very famous for it's dim sum. Recently, they had expanded their business. A bigger place to accomodate more people. Which means more money for the boss. Hehe.. :P

My big brother was back from KL on Saturday and he suggested to try out the new place. I heard that it was hard to get a place if went there late. So, we woke up at 5.45am and prepared ourselves. Reached there by 6.25am and we saw a lot of people were waiting at the entrance. My gosh!! Is that real? Yeah..that's real. Haha. :)

Then restaurant starts their business at 6.30am. So, we went in and i'm amused with the decoration. Outside was so beautiful with all the lights (still dark when we arrived). It was like a fine dining restaurant. The interior design was like Hong Kong style with retro feels. ;)

Very comfortable I would say. After we settle down, I notice that the had a very pretty and retro style for breakfast. I like that very much. But in terms of service, I would rate it 5/10. Don't expect a 5 star service at here. Hehe. But overall, I would recommend for a 'fine' dim sum breakfast for everyone who can afford (price is 5 star price). ;P

Once in a blue moon, it is a great breakfast. For me, it wouldnt be my choice for daily breakfast. Haha. :P

Nice retro style..


Self service counter for porridge and chee cheong fun...


Main entrance and cashier counter...

View from outside...

Char siew pau..loh mai kai...:P



Actually I got a few more pictures but lost it somewhere. Haha. But if you really want to try out this Foh San Dim Sum Restaurant, go there, and you can enjoy it. Hehe.

New 'shoe'....

Saturday had been an unlucky day. I got 'something' pierced into my tyre. I guess it happened when I went to my friends garage. A lot small sharp pieces on the floor. What an unlucky day. But after a short thought, I felt that it was a lucky day instead. :P. Coz it happened on my off day. So, I can get replacement for the tyres without taking any leave. Hehehe..;)

How nasty...


Another view...


The culprit...




So, I called up a tyre service center recommended by my friend. It's BH Tyre Service Center located at Silibin main road. He said that place got the cheapest tyre in town. When I enquired for Bridgestone RE001, it was sold out. New stock will only arrive on the next month. :(. Then I asked for Yokohama Advan Neova AD07. Same answer. What a day. :( Then I decided to go over that shop and have a look.

The shop owner was a friendly guy. He recommended Michellin Preceda and Yokohama Parada (not Prada). I thought of getting an used tire just to wait for RE001 the next month but too bad, he don't sell any used tyre. Then I take a look at Parada. It looks ok. But I don't know about the performance. I asked the boss, but you know the answer, right? :P. Of course the boss will say good. Hehe. :)

Well, since the price was ok, I just grab it. Just try it out and see how good it is. ;P

All rims out and prepare for a new set of Yokohama Parada..


The tyre thread looks...

Yokohama Parada Spec 2 195/50/15

All done...


Looks ok?

After the new set of tyres, wheel alignment, I went for a test drive. I make a rough and fast cornering and it feels good. I can feel the tyres gripping hard on the road. I think it worth the price. Maybe it loose to Advan Neova. But..how to compare? I don't have the cash for another set of Advan Neova for comparison. :P

Service - Lubricants change

When I stared at my speedometer, I realized that it is time for routine service. It was time to change engine lubricants oil, oil filter and some minor checking on all the fluids. So, I went to 'specialist' workshop on Monday (schedule leave). When I reached the shop in the morning, Choong was attending a Kelisa. I was surprised coz I didn't see any of his helper. Then I got to know that his apprentice was on half day leave. :P

This means Choong need to attend every patient. Haha. So, he was busy with the Kelisa. Fan belt and engine oil change, break fluid change and ATF lubricants too (yeah..it is an auto transmission :P). On the queue was a guy name 'Pok'. That's how Choong pronounce. Hehe.

This guy brought the Putra (Prince) with Evo2 transplant. Turbo monster. Sorry, but I didn't took any pics. Hehe.. :)
Everything seems perfect but the windows. It was not tinted. Haha. :P I was so jealous when he told me that the Recaro bucket seat was given by his friend. Yup...FOC. :(
His ride had some 'tap' 'tap' sound when engine started. Choong suspected the wiring giving some errors. After the Kelisa out from the pit, my ride was next coz my ride just need to change engine oil. Putra need to wait a little longer. Hehe. ;)

As normal, I used Top 1 Fully Synthetic engine oil. A bit costly but it can preserved the engine better. Hehe. After done, just before I wanted to leave the pit, Choong called me and he said he got 'nice' stuff. Haha. He showed me a set of Ultra Blue 8mm plug cable. Originally from Japan. He offered a very reasonable price which I was so tempted. Haha. :P.
I just can't resists, and I asked him to fix it ASAP.

Then I started to 'feel' the differences. I had a vacumn meter in board. It was useful. I made a comparison and I noticed a better FC. I don't know how accurate this is, but at least I know my ride was lighter and throttle was lighter. Hahaha...:)
I will try to compare the FC when I fill my ride's tank up next time. For now, pics says a thousand words. ;)

Silicone plug cable


Ultra BP Silicone Power Plug Wire...8mm...Made in Japan...*drooling*


Fixed to the ride..hehe...

Perak Drift Show

On Sunday, we went to Ipoh Stadium to catch the Perak Drift Show. Well...quite a show that we catched. :P Most of the cars were from 70s or 80s. These cars fit in just nice for drifting. With some engine mods, hell yeah and you are good to drift. Hehe...:)

Below pics are some of the action at the venue. Just stayed there for a while and browse through all the 'pit stops'. ;)

AE86 on side way action...


AE86?


Really? :P


No front bumper=faster?


No match for AE86


Nice?


Silvia?

Battle of the old timers...hehe..

GL?

Silvia kind a afraid of scratches to the car. Hehe...

Old skool battle...

Old but still drifting...hehe..

Cefiro?

After the drifting show, 2 bikers show off some bike stunt. Quite interesting to see some 'talent'. Hehe...:P

Getting started..


Bike drift..

Without rear fender, it's easier for a wheelie..

After the bike show, we decided to leave the arena. Before that, we went in to the 'pit stop' to have a glance on the machines. Hehe...:)

Here is 1 of my friend's friend. He used to hang out at my friend's workshop. Seems like he had done an engine transplant to his favorite machine. Nice huh? ;)

Imported accessories...


Engine transplant?



Then we headed our way to had lunch...late lunch I guess. Hehe...:P

Credit to Ms BumbleBee. Thanks for all the nice pics. :)