New Parts Installed
1) Radium Catch Can System w/drains
2) Mountune Front Splitter
3) Verus Engineering Rear Diffuser
Installation Notes
1) Radium Catch Can System - A high quality kit, everything fit as it was supposed to. I did run into a small issue with the crankcase catch can; the catch can inlet hose runs parallel with my aux fuel hose which makes for a tight fit. I ended up installing a 90 degree AN fitting off the catch can so the hose doesn't interfere with aux fuel line.
2) Mountune Front Spitter - I was impressed with the thickness of the fiberglass, a very sturdy piece. Install was easy and straight forward. I removed the splitter for the winter season.
3) Verus Rear Diffuser - Excellent build quality and hardware. I had to deviate from the recommended installation instructions for two reasons; 1) I have an Eibach rear sway bar installed and the front mounting bracket for the diffuser comes down right where the sway bar is positioned. I had to install spacers on the front mounting bracket for the diffuser to offset it enough to get around the sway bar. 2) My exhaust hangs down further than stock and most aftermarket systems which causes interference with the diffuser. I had to use all the spacers to in the kit to get it to clear the muffler. I also had to add spacers to the rear mounting brackets to offset them the same as I had to offset the front mounting bracket. If you check the Verus Engineering website you can see which exhausts have been confirmed to fit under the "Fitment" section. I didn't see that until after I had already purchased the diffuser.
Review
1) Radium Catch Can System - working great so far, really like the built-in dip stick to check the oil level. I opted for the drain kits as well for easy draining. The cans are not easily accessible without some disassembly so the drain kits are the only way to go. I also replaced all the rubber hoses with nylon braided AN hose and AN fittings similar to the Mountune UK kit.
2) Mountune Front Splitter - I did notice some light wear and tear on the surface from road/track debris but that was to be expected. I had this installed for my last track outing of the season and can't really say it helped with overall grip but it certainly didn't take away from it. Plus I think the cars looks way better with it installed. It has been removed for the winter season.
3) Verus Rear Diffuser - I had this installed for my final track day of the year. I didn't notice any major differences in grip compared to my last track day. I had my car up to 140mph on the straights and was faster everywhere (due to the addition of aux fuel) on track. Unfortunately, my results are inconclusive due to the fact that I had to deviate from the recommended installation instructions. I have removed the diffuser with no plans to re-install it.
1) Radium Catch Can System w/drains
2) Mountune Front Splitter
3) Verus Engineering Rear Diffuser
Installation Notes
1) Radium Catch Can System - A high quality kit, everything fit as it was supposed to. I did run into a small issue with the crankcase catch can; the catch can inlet hose runs parallel with my aux fuel hose which makes for a tight fit. I ended up installing a 90 degree AN fitting off the catch can so the hose doesn't interfere with aux fuel line.
2) Mountune Front Spitter - I was impressed with the thickness of the fiberglass, a very sturdy piece. Install was easy and straight forward. I removed the splitter for the winter season.
3) Verus Rear Diffuser - Excellent build quality and hardware. I had to deviate from the recommended installation instructions for two reasons; 1) I have an Eibach rear sway bar installed and the front mounting bracket for the diffuser comes down right where the sway bar is positioned. I had to install spacers on the front mounting bracket for the diffuser to offset it enough to get around the sway bar. 2) My exhaust hangs down further than stock and most aftermarket systems which causes interference with the diffuser. I had to use all the spacers to in the kit to get it to clear the muffler. I also had to add spacers to the rear mounting brackets to offset them the same as I had to offset the front mounting bracket. If you check the Verus Engineering website you can see which exhausts have been confirmed to fit under the "Fitment" section. I didn't see that until after I had already purchased the diffuser.
Review
1) Radium Catch Can System - working great so far, really like the built-in dip stick to check the oil level. I opted for the drain kits as well for easy draining. The cans are not easily accessible without some disassembly so the drain kits are the only way to go. I also replaced all the rubber hoses with nylon braided AN hose and AN fittings similar to the Mountune UK kit.
2) Mountune Front Splitter - I did notice some light wear and tear on the surface from road/track debris but that was to be expected. I had this installed for my last track outing of the season and can't really say it helped with overall grip but it certainly didn't take away from it. Plus I think the cars looks way better with it installed. It has been removed for the winter season.
3) Verus Rear Diffuser - I had this installed for my final track day of the year. I didn't notice any major differences in grip compared to my last track day. I had my car up to 140mph on the straights and was faster everywhere (due to the addition of aux fuel) on track. Unfortunately, my results are inconclusive due to the fact that I had to deviate from the recommended installation instructions. I have removed the diffuser with no plans to re-install it.
Well dang! Versus states that the blades of the diffuser need to be parallel to the ground - were you able to achieve that? Did it just hang down too low for your liking (cosmetic) or was it the lack of performance difference?