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Friday 3 February 2012
EXTREME CUSTOM MODIFIED PROTON SATRIA NEO BODYKIT
Sporty Look Compact
We have shown you the rendering of neo modified by photoshop before and now, it is the time to see real extreme modification on a Malaysian sports car, the modified extreme satria neo. Neo is really a sporty look compact car which has a better performance and handling especially the new neo cps. But i personally think that the custom modified neo is more gorgeous. just take a look at the pictures.
EXTREME CUSTOM MODIFIED PROTON SATRIA NEO BODYKIT
Last but not least.. like usual.. the neolution.. But this one i think better than the image rendering of neolution previously.
We have shown you the rendering of neo modified by photoshop before and now, it is the time to see real extreme modification on a Malaysian sports car, the modified extreme satria neo. Neo is really a sporty look compact car which has a better performance and handling especially the new neo cps. But i personally think that the custom modified neo is more gorgeous. just take a look at the pictures.
EXTREME CUSTOM MODIFIED PROTON SATRIA NEO BODYKIT
Proton Satria Neo S2000 vs a helicopter
Proton Satria Neo S2000 is fielded to race against a helicopter.
Just before the second round of Asia Pacific Rally Championship takes place in Queensland, Australia this weekend, the folks from Proton Motorsports took part in a rally promotion event; where the Proton Satria Neo S2000 is fielded to race against a helicopter. This is actually the second year such competition was held in Queensland where last year, the Satria Neo S2000 won against a smaller helicopter.
This year they face a bigger and faster helicopter, the Eurocopter BK117 by AGL Action Rescue Helicopter. Australian Chris Atkinson pilots the Satria Neo S2000 in a 3-battle race on an air field.
However, (spoiler alert) the bad news is, the helicopter won the race where it narrowly beaten the Satria Neo twice out of three battles. But the good news is, it is a publicity event where it gained live TV and Radio about the AGL Rescue Chopper and the role it plays in Queensland especially during the recent devastating floods. The rescue choppers are funded by corporate sponsors as well as public donations. This event might increase the sales of Proton Satria Neo in Australia too.
Rally of Queensland starts this Friday and Proton Motorsports will be fielding Chris Atkinson and Alister McRae in the rally. Also, Cusco Japan will be bringing 2 Proton Satria Neos for the 2WD Asia cup, where Malaysian rallying hero, Karamjit Singh, takes the driver seat for the second car, marking his return in APRC after many years. We wish Proton Motorsports and the Proton Satria Neo S2000 the very best of luck in this week’s rally!
This year they face a bigger and faster helicopter, the Eurocopter BK117 by AGL Action Rescue Helicopter. Australian Chris Atkinson pilots the Satria Neo S2000 in a 3-battle race on an air field.
However, (spoiler alert) the bad news is, the helicopter won the race where it narrowly beaten the Satria Neo twice out of three battles. But the good news is, it is a publicity event where it gained live TV and Radio about the AGL Rescue Chopper and the role it plays in Queensland especially during the recent devastating floods. The rescue choppers are funded by corporate sponsors as well as public donations. This event might increase the sales of Proton Satria Neo in Australia too.
Rally of Queensland starts this Friday and Proton Motorsports will be fielding Chris Atkinson and Alister McRae in the rally. Also, Cusco Japan will be bringing 2 Proton Satria Neos for the 2WD Asia cup, where Malaysian rallying hero, Karamjit Singh, takes the driver seat for the second car, marking his return in APRC after many years. We wish Proton Motorsports and the Proton Satria Neo S2000 the very best of luck in this week’s rally!
Satria VR4?!
A PROTON SATRIA GTI WITH 156KW AT THE WHEELS THANKS TO 4G63 TURBO POWER!
Who would've thought a bit of inbreeding could open so many doors? No, we're not talking about strange Uncle Irwin and his 'little problem', rather the day Mitsubishi decided to hand its aging Lancer/Mirage platform to Proton. Not surprisingly, Mitsi didn't palm off its better engines as part of the package deal, but what they did offer had some major design similarities to the rally-famous 4G63 turbo motor - and that's left the door wide open for aftermarket tuners to mix uncles an nephews...
Ivan Yeoh - the new owner of Adelaide's RPM Performance Centre - recognised the immense power-to-weight potential of slotting the bulletproof 4G63 2.0-litre DOHC turbo into the snout of a Proton Satria. He's seen a couple of these conversions in Malaysia and thought, heck, why not be the first in Australia? The split second after making up his mind to go ahead with the project, Ivan picked himself up an immaculate second-hand Satria GTi; the GTi model having its fair share of appeal with a body kit, big rims, an eye catching trim, sports suspension and more power than the base Satria models.
Ivan says the standard Satria GTi handles very well - Lotus can be thanked for tuning its suspension settings - but the 103kW 1.8-litre DOHC motor was nothing scary. Even after the fitment of a trick 2-inch 'split' exhaust with twin polished JUN B.L. mufflers, straight-line performance was not a strong point - especially not compared to Ivan's (now sold) light tuned R32 Skyline GT-R... Anyhow, the Proton 100,000 kilometre new car warranty went out the window when the guys at RPM hauled out the original 4G93 motor and dropped in an ex-Galant VR4 turbo import engine. With both engines based on a similar Mitsubishi design (the 4G series), the conversion was relatively straightforward requiring grinding some webbing off the inside of the gearbox housing, fitting an early Evo engine mount and a 500hp Bosch fuel pump fed by the standard Proton pump. Oh, and a vent had to be added to one side of the bonnet to gain enough clearance against the timing cover. Even the standard Satria transaxle bolted to the new mill, with a machined flywheel and Extreme ceramic button clutch slotting in while everything was apart.
For the first few months, Ivan ran the new turbo engine using the VR4 computer and loom, which came supplied with the engine. With the intake and exhaust systems requiring complete revision, however, a K&N pod filter was attached to the Mitsi airflow meter and a custom 500 x 250mm front-mount air-to-air intercooler was built to suit (involving flicking the standard driving lights). This is plumbed from the compressor to the throttle body using ceramic-coated mandrel pipes and silicone hoses, with a Turbosmart Type 3 Supersonic blow-off valve audibly announcing sharp throttle lift-offs. On the other side of things, a 3-inch mandrel front and intermediate pipe accepts post-turbocharger gasses while, at the rear, that too-good-to-chuck twin muffler arrangement is obvious to see.
With boost pressure set to a mild 13 psi, Ivan's Satria was given a thrashing on RPM's in-house Dyno Dynamics chassis dyno. The result? A rampant 136kW at the front tyres - around 70 percent more power than the stock powerplant...
The next progression was to ditch the VR4's notoriously restrictive Karman vortex airflow meter and the standard ECU. Just as soon as the stockie EFI hardware hit the bin, a MicroTech LT8 programmable system (with an internal map sensor) was been wired in and tuned. Furthermore, now with absolute control over ignition timing and air-fuel mixtures, it was decided a little more boost was in order.
With a high-low switch working the standard TD05 turbocharger to deliver up to 17 psi, the Satria clawed its way left and right on the dyno rollers kicking out an impressive 156kW at the wheels; we're now talking almost double the original power of this already supposed hot hatch! Ivan noted that boost pressure did drop off through the top-end of the dyno run, however. At this stage, it's assumed the stockie turbocharger is being pushed to its limits.
And - speaking of pushing to its limits - a 156kW ATW Satria is a real handful on the street. Despite the fitment of adjustable Koni dampers, Ivan says neglecting to feed the power in gradually causes bulk wheelspin - in first, second and third gear... Still, it's great fun being able to scare Rexes in-gears!
Inside, the Satria GTi already has a fairly comprehensive caboodle. There are grippy Recaros, leather wheel, power windows, carbon fibre look dash inserts and an aluminium gear knob. All Ivan's had to do is slot in an Autometer boost gauge and a shift light - oh, and a thumper system. Killer tunes flow from a Clarion CD/tuner head unit to JBL 2-way front and rears, dB Max tweeters, a 1000-watt amp and a Sony X-plod 12-inch subbie in a ported box. Weight isn't such an issue when you can dial up max boost at the flick of a switch...
As the new owner of RPM Performance Centre we wouldn't be surprised to see Ivan's car tucked in the corner of the workshop, with any spare time focussed in its direction. There's still more to be done, y' see. To achieve Ivan's goal of someday running an 11-second quarter mile pass (yep, you read right!) there's a big turbo, aftermarket traction control and a pair of slick drag radials working their way down the pipeline.
With an end result like this it's no bad thing that the Satria once swam in the Mitsubishi gene pool!
PROTON'S Satria GTi
The Ultimate Expression Of What A Modern Hot-Hatch Should Be.
Overview
PROTON'S Satria GTi is the ultimate expression of what a modern hot-hatch should be. Powered by a gutsy 1.8-litre engine, it goes hard, corners like a go-kart and has plenty of boy-racer appeal - thanks to a body kit comprising spoilers, skirts and wheel arch flares. Perhaps best of all, the Malaysian-built pocket rocket is affordable, costing about $5000 less than its only genuine rival - Peugeot's 206 GTi - although the latter is slightly better equipped.
The Car
YOU can just imagine the brief given to the Proton style counsel before tarting up the tired old Satria. "Give 'em hell, boys!" It would be cruel to call the GTi a parts-bin special because the plethora of aggro add-ons from head to toe actually does the job. Well, sort of. Wheel arch flares with screw heads exposed, deep front airdam, side skirts, high-mounted rear wing, twin rectangular exhaust tips... Subtle, she isn't.
The Car - Seat Plan
FIVE seatbelts are provided but Guinness (records, not beer) should be notified if three adults were to fit comfortably across the rear bench. Proton itself acknowledges that emphasis is placed on the driver's requirements first. Rear head room is limited for taller passengers, while leg room is at the mercy of the driver. Cut-pile floor carpet is provided, with carpet mats with a 'GTi' imprint. A stainless steel scuff plate garnish is another neat little touch. Storage facilities in the passenger compartment include seven pockets for assorted items.
FAKE carbon-fibre spreads throughout the cabin, from the dash to the doors and does a reasonable job transforming the ageing, uninspiring Satria interior, which is overwhelmingly black. Access to the rear seat is via the front doors and folding seatbacks, but no memory feature complicates the return to the seat's original position. The black and white Recaro sports seats are nowhere near top of the range, but they still provide good side and under-thigh support. The front seats have fore and aft and backrest angle adjustment, with the driver's seat also adjustable for height.
The Car - Dash
THE exterior spruce-up may have succeeded, but the GTi's interior is lagging a bit by comparison. Blue on white instrument dials and fake carbon-fibre look unconvincing, as is the speedo's rating to an optimistic 260km/h. Modernity also suffers a setback with the old mechanical-style odometer and trip meter. The leather-wrapped four-spoke steering wheel has a driver's airbag as standard; a passenger airbag is unavailable. Brushed aluminium gear knob and foot pedals add to the silver, motor sport-inspired theme created outside.
The Car - Controls
THE climate switchgear looks old and tired. Rotary dials are provided for air distribution and temperature selection, with horizontal levers for the blower and air circulation. The stereo is difficult to reach and even harder to use - the plethora of fiddly, almost incomprehensible buttons makes channel surfing a nightmare. A comfortable driving position is made easy with a tilt-adjustable steering column and seat height adjustment. The gearshift is nicely positioned within easy reach of the driver. Levers next to the driver seat allow the rear hatch and fuel filler flap to be opened while seated in the car. Front windows are operated from switches on the door armrest. External mirrors are powered. The rear side windows are fixed, making the cramped conditions for adults more stifling.
The Car - Wheels/tyres
THE Satria GTi's intent is obvious from the five-spoke 16-inch alloys and the liquorice strap 205/45 R16 83V Pirelli P7000 tyres which are painted on to them. They also do the job in terms of tough hot-hatch looks. Always an important part of the equation.
Did you know?
Proton acquired 80 per cent of British sports car manufacturer Lotus in 1996.
The Car - Luggage
ALL Satrias have a 50/50 split-fold rear seat. A luggage compartment cover keeps valuables away from prying eyes. The luggage area can hold 285 litres with the rear seatback upright, however the suspension towers intrude heavily into the floor space. The rear compartment is fully lined with black trim. Under the floor is a full-size steel spare wheel.
Did you know?
Lotus technology was incorporated into the GTi, vastly improving not only the Satria's handling but giving it street cred as well.
The Car - Stand out features
THE huge number of big-ticket items on the GTi will keep modifications down to a bare minimum. The hot hatch looks are achieved with the aggressive front and rear airdam, brake cooling slots, wheel arch flares, side skirts and rear wing. The Lotus connection is milked for all it's worth - and why not? "Handling by Lotus" badge brings instant credibility. Body coloured bumpers appear front and rear. The dual square outlet sports exhaust tips are a striking feature of the rear end. An intermittent rear washer/wiper is standard, as is a bee-sting aerial. Front and rear fog lights are also standard.
The Car - Sound system
WHILE many GTi owners will rip the standard Blaupunkt single-slot CD stereo out for a hardcore, heavy-bass system, others will do it out of sheer frustration. The stereo has a myriad of fiddly, not easily recognised buttons. The stereo's position also makes it difficult to reach for some drivers. Six speakers are provided throughout the cabin.
The Car - Security
THE desirable wheels, body kit and Recaro seats make this car a magnet for thieves. An engine immobiliser and alarm is provided to deter the hordes of thieves who target hot hatches. The immobiliser is linked to the remote keypad rather than a key transponder - so you must start the car within about 30 seconds of unlocking it. Remote central locking is standard.
Did you know?
The Old Bill has taken a liking to the GTi, using it as a pursuit and rapid-response car at Humberside Police in the UK.
Overview
PROTON'S Satria GTi is the ultimate expression of what a modern hot-hatch should be. Powered by a gutsy 1.8-litre engine, it goes hard, corners like a go-kart and has plenty of boy-racer appeal - thanks to a body kit comprising spoilers, skirts and wheel arch flares. Perhaps best of all, the Malaysian-built pocket rocket is affordable, costing about $5000 less than its only genuine rival - Peugeot's 206 GTi - although the latter is slightly better equipped.
The Car
YOU can just imagine the brief given to the Proton style counsel before tarting up the tired old Satria. "Give 'em hell, boys!" It would be cruel to call the GTi a parts-bin special because the plethora of aggro add-ons from head to toe actually does the job. Well, sort of. Wheel arch flares with screw heads exposed, deep front airdam, side skirts, high-mounted rear wing, twin rectangular exhaust tips... Subtle, she isn't.
The Car - Seat Plan
FIVE seatbelts are provided but Guinness (records, not beer) should be notified if three adults were to fit comfortably across the rear bench. Proton itself acknowledges that emphasis is placed on the driver's requirements first. Rear head room is limited for taller passengers, while leg room is at the mercy of the driver. Cut-pile floor carpet is provided, with carpet mats with a 'GTi' imprint. A stainless steel scuff plate garnish is another neat little touch. Storage facilities in the passenger compartment include seven pockets for assorted items.
FAKE carbon-fibre spreads throughout the cabin, from the dash to the doors and does a reasonable job transforming the ageing, uninspiring Satria interior, which is overwhelmingly black. Access to the rear seat is via the front doors and folding seatbacks, but no memory feature complicates the return to the seat's original position. The black and white Recaro sports seats are nowhere near top of the range, but they still provide good side and under-thigh support. The front seats have fore and aft and backrest angle adjustment, with the driver's seat also adjustable for height.
The Car - Dash
THE exterior spruce-up may have succeeded, but the GTi's interior is lagging a bit by comparison. Blue on white instrument dials and fake carbon-fibre look unconvincing, as is the speedo's rating to an optimistic 260km/h. Modernity also suffers a setback with the old mechanical-style odometer and trip meter. The leather-wrapped four-spoke steering wheel has a driver's airbag as standard; a passenger airbag is unavailable. Brushed aluminium gear knob and foot pedals add to the silver, motor sport-inspired theme created outside.
The Car - Controls
THE climate switchgear looks old and tired. Rotary dials are provided for air distribution and temperature selection, with horizontal levers for the blower and air circulation. The stereo is difficult to reach and even harder to use - the plethora of fiddly, almost incomprehensible buttons makes channel surfing a nightmare. A comfortable driving position is made easy with a tilt-adjustable steering column and seat height adjustment. The gearshift is nicely positioned within easy reach of the driver. Levers next to the driver seat allow the rear hatch and fuel filler flap to be opened while seated in the car. Front windows are operated from switches on the door armrest. External mirrors are powered. The rear side windows are fixed, making the cramped conditions for adults more stifling.
The Car - Wheels/tyres
THE Satria GTi's intent is obvious from the five-spoke 16-inch alloys and the liquorice strap 205/45 R16 83V Pirelli P7000 tyres which are painted on to them. They also do the job in terms of tough hot-hatch looks. Always an important part of the equation.
Did you know?
Proton acquired 80 per cent of British sports car manufacturer Lotus in 1996.
The Car - Luggage
ALL Satrias have a 50/50 split-fold rear seat. A luggage compartment cover keeps valuables away from prying eyes. The luggage area can hold 285 litres with the rear seatback upright, however the suspension towers intrude heavily into the floor space. The rear compartment is fully lined with black trim. Under the floor is a full-size steel spare wheel.
Did you know?
Lotus technology was incorporated into the GTi, vastly improving not only the Satria's handling but giving it street cred as well.
The Car - Stand out features
The Car - Sound system
WHILE many GTi owners will rip the standard Blaupunkt single-slot CD stereo out for a hardcore, heavy-bass system, others will do it out of sheer frustration. The stereo has a myriad of fiddly, not easily recognised buttons. The stereo's position also makes it difficult to reach for some drivers. Six speakers are provided throughout the cabin.
The Car - Security
THE desirable wheels, body kit and Recaro seats make this car a magnet for thieves. An engine immobiliser and alarm is provided to deter the hordes of thieves who target hot hatches. The immobiliser is linked to the remote keypad rather than a key transponder - so you must start the car within about 30 seconds of unlocking it. Remote central locking is standard.
Did you know?
The Old Bill has taken a liking to the GTi, using it as a pursuit and rapid-response car at Humberside Police in the UK.
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