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daygoVR6
07-14-2005, 10:41 PM
YELLOW FEVER

http://tom.socaleuro.com/features/frittz/112_news_yellowTT01.jpg

Words - daygoVR6 - Brad Harvey socaleuro.com
Snaps -

godzilla - Tom Maranda socaleuro.com
daygoVR6 - Brad Harvey socaleuro.com



In the euro scene there is always something that stands out from the crowd and places a car outside of the norm for what is cool. There are always cars you see at the shows, the local cruise spots, or at a “track day” that show a dedicated enthusiast - someone with ideas and one that isn’t afraid to think outside of the box when it comes to modifying their ride. Yet with innovative ideas as moding goes, one is usually faced with, “Do I pay my rent for the month, or get that new set of rims and tires for the ride.”

Chris Fritzler shows us with his 2004 Audi TT 225
Quattro the norm of what makes a euro car cool. Making it stand out above the rest doesn’t take a fast bank roll or modifications so extensive that he is without said vehicle for more than a month with it stuck in a shop somewhere having work done. Originally Chris started out with a black ‘01 Audi TT 225 Quattro, but wanted to have something different than everyone else. Yet every time he drove down the road Chris kept seeing other TT Quattro’s a lot like his. Just like any enthusiast he wanted more, something more edgy and to be different than the next guy. When he found out Audi would be offering the Quattro in a new Imola Yellow color in 2004 combined with a stronger 1.8 liter turbo charged four cylinder engine package, while still retaining the sleek body lines that he appreciated so much with his ‘01, he saw the opportunity for change and went after the 2004 225 TT Quattro as soon as they were available.

Before the new Audi left the dealer, the car started to see modifications, starting off with a 3 inch custom bent exhaust system that was swapped over from the original ’01 car, since the dealer wouldn’t let Chris trade in his ’01 TT with the “non factory” exhaust system. With a few tweaks he got an added boost in performance, giving the ‘04 less turbo lag under hard acceleration, but he still had some other ideas about what he wanted from the car in the engine performance category. A few weeks later, engine management software in the flavor of a programmable GIAC X unit was installed and kept in tune by Jeff from Torque Factory, the well known Audi performance shop in Santa Monica. Chris also replaced the stock diverter valve with a Hyperboost HX unit along with a manual boost controller to help keep the boost levels at optimum levels, which is a stout 27 psi or just a hair under 2 bars while under full boost. With the added power from the higher boost levels the stock engine and transmission mounts had to go. Chris opted for the VF Engineering units, including a dog bone mount along with side engine and side transmission mounts, to help handle the added power and giving less flex in the drive train under hard acceleration. An open element K&N air filter was also added to the mix allowing the engine to breathe better through out the rpm’s.


http://tom.socaleuro.com/features/frittz/aal.sized.jpg

Once the engine was tuned to the point that made Chris happy for the time being, it was time for the transmission to have some adjustments made to it. The factory shifter was tossed in favor of a new short throw shifter, using a unit from B&M and a combination of parts from a Diesel Geek and ECS Tuning, making his shifts a lot smoother and quicker. A Haldex Performance electronic differential controller was also installed giving the car that extra edge during hard acceleration and hard cornering. For now a stock clutch is in charge of transferring the power from the motor to the factory six speed manual transmission.


http://tom.socaleuro.com/features/frittz/aab.sized.jpg

Giving the Audi a bit of a different look, Chris removed the stock rollers and opted for 19x8 two piece DTM Kreuz 5’s with black centers and a polished lip, wrapped in sticky 235/35/19 Toyo Proxes T1-S’s to help hold the car around corners and during mountain runs. The body was left relatively stock, (hey why mess with a good thing) aside from a dual exit exhaust valance installed on the rear bumper, which was a factory option on the ‘04 Audi TT Quattro with the 3.2 liter engine package, mated with a color matched early ‘90’s Porsche C2 “Turbo” emblem that Chris had mounted within the rear valance.


http://tom.socaleuro.com/features/frittz/aae.sized.jpg

With all this work Chris still isn’t done. He tries to hide a grin when he talks about replacing the suspension with a full H&R coil-over set up in the near future so he can get more into auto crossing, as well as giving the car a more aggressive stance while going down the road. He is also working with Jeff Moss and the crew at Del Rio Power in Mexico City, devising a plan for a bigger turbo in hope of finding more overall power, which Chris says, “I’ll give you a hint, Euro Tuner’s 1.8T challenge”. Chris also has his eye on an ECS Tuning Stage 4 big brake upgrade so all this power can be stopped quickly when necessary. The Audi will also receive a de-badge treatment in the rear to give the car a cleaner look, as well as adding some new gauges to keep an eye on engine vitals and custom mounting them in the interior.

http://tom.socaleuro.com/features/frittz/aaj.sized.jpg
Unless you live in a cave, if you don’t recognize this car you need to get out more. It’s hard to miss Chris and his Audi on the Southern California streets. This car is a definite a player on the euro scene for what is cool while retaining the clean euro look at the same time. I can’t wait to see this thing with a larger turbo and more horse power out put in the future.


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VITALS
Owner: Christopher D Fritzler
Location: Winchester, California
Occupation: Marine Corps

Vehicle
Year – 2004 Make – Audi Model – TT 225 Quattro Color – Imola Yellow
Engine – 1.8 liter turbo charged 4 cylinder
Modifications
Engine – Custom bent 3 inch cat back exhaust system, GIAC X engine management software, Hyperboost HK diverter valve, VF Engineering dog bone mount, side engine mount and tranny mount, K&N open element air filter
Transmission – B&M short shifter combined with parts from Diesel Geek and ECS Tuning, Haldex Performance electronic differential controller
Suspension – Stock for now H&R coil-overs soon
Exterior – rear exhaust valance from a 3.2 liter TT Quattro with early 90’s Porsche C2 “Turbo” emblem color matched and mounted on the valance
Rollers - 19x8 2 piece DTM Kreuz 5’s black centers with a polished lip rolling on 235/35/19 Toyo Proxes T1-S tires
Interior – Stock, awaiting new customer mounted gauges
Quick Shout - Thanks to Jeff for tuning two of my cars and excellent customer service, Thanks to Nick for keeping my car on the road – my questions never go unanswered, and the TT is always in tip top shape, and to So Cal Euro – always good times, with good people.


SEE THE REST OF BRADS PHOTOS HERE (http://www.snapandshare.com/photo_album.asp?uid=11046&fid=11997)

SEE THE REST OF TOMS PHOTOS HERE (http://mk2gti.com/gallery/frittz)

BIG THANKS TO LOUIE AND HIS WIFE SHERRI AT THE CASTLE BED AND BREAKFAST IN TEMECULA FOR LETTING US USE THERE PLACE FOR SOME PHOTOS

HEY SO CAL EURO MEMBERS LISTEN UP – THERE ARE MORE FEATURES TO COME THAT I AM WORKING ON SO STAY TUNED LET LON PAUL TOM OR MYSELF KNOW WHAT YOU THINK OF THIS ARTICLE.
–Brad

photos are property of Tom Maranda and Brad Harvey any reuse of these photos without our knowledge can be very bad for you so just ask if you want a few

ncttrnl
07-14-2005, 10:54 PM
Hot TT Frittz!

and great writeup Brad. I'm looking forward to the next one.

Fritz
07-14-2005, 10:56 PM
i'm geeked, this is good shit

daygoVR6
07-14-2005, 10:57 PM
too bad the photos are way out of wack size wise...thanks guys i appreciate it

Troike
07-14-2005, 10:58 PM
:tup: quality!

Didn't know all that about his car, you learn something every day.

Keep up the good work!

Fritz
07-14-2005, 10:59 PM
password for you album brad?

daygoVR6
07-14-2005, 11:06 PM
password for you album brad?

works ok for me :confused: :confused:

Fritz
07-14-2005, 11:12 PM
it's locked.. if i go up a level to view all your folders, it shows as locked

Schneller
07-14-2005, 11:12 PM
Good job, Brad! I like how it came out!

jballou
07-14-2005, 11:19 PM
ehhh I don't particually care for yellow cars... No offense Chris...
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I don't see bald tires there?!?!?!? Next time we have a little weekend GTG, I think I can have all the guys break out their spares and loan them to you...


Oh BTW, nice pics......






2000 Imola S4 Stage 2+

Tom
07-14-2005, 11:19 PM
Dude, what's up with the pics?

They should look like this....

http://www.mk2gti.com/gallery/albums/frittz/aae.jpg

Tom
07-14-2005, 11:27 PM
Brad....
I fixed 'em, but you need to read the PM I sent you.

quattrogirl
07-14-2005, 11:56 PM
Holy hoTT friTTz!
Wow nice photos & nice article!

Brad, please do a write up for me next! Wow I need something like this on my ride!

Fritz
07-15-2005, 12:08 AM
I don't see bald tires there?!?!?!? Next time we have a little weekend GTG, I think I can have all the guys break out their spares and loan them to you...


Oh BTW, nice pics......
2000 Imola S4 Stage 2+

http://www.mk2gti.com/gallery/albums/frittz/aab.sized.jpg

look on the inside of the left rear tire... see it bald. the other side has belting showing.. i'm trying to get a good price on tires right now.

ninja_van1sh
07-15-2005, 02:41 AM
i woulddd...

take the bra off, opt for clear bra although its not realyl that neccesary...5-8mm spacers...slam it to the ground


but what do i know..im a SCE newb :D

lostntainted
07-15-2005, 07:08 AM
ehhh I don't particually care for yellow cars... No offense Chris...


ditto, but it is a nice car.. and i didn't know you were a devil dog... how many marines are on this site????

Tom
07-15-2005, 09:27 AM
take the bra off, opt for clear bra although its not realyl that neccesary...5-8mm spacers...slam it to the ground


The bra is Frittz, Frittz it the bra.


how many marines are on this site????

Me, Steve (mittsn), socal_GLI, tinytolo...

I know there's more but I can't remember them.

lostntainted
07-15-2005, 09:38 AM
The bra is Frittz, Frittz it the bra.



Me, Steve (mittsn), socal_GLI, tinytolo...

I know there's more but I can't remember them.

what no chair force love??? awww i'm all alone :(

boragirl
07-15-2005, 09:58 AM
http://www.mk2gti.com/gallery/albums/frittz/aaj.sized.jpg

why are you trying not to smile?? smiling is good =)

seriously though, nice article brad, congrats on the feature senor frizzle!

karl
07-15-2005, 12:04 PM
i really think you should change out your seat ;)

Fritz
07-15-2005, 01:02 PM
why are you trying not to smile?? smiling is good =)

seriously though, nice article brad, congrats on the feature senor frizzle!

i had been smiling, but at the very mili-second that the picture was taken, i wasnt.. i'm also missing a leg, if you hadnt noticed.

05GLI
07-15-2005, 01:05 PM
Not to get on a soap box or anything. But after reading the thread I got a little irritated. The write up, pics, car, and Jeff are all good. That isn't were the irritation came from.

Quote: "always something that stands out from the crowd and places a car outside of the norm "


This is part of the reason that we are reading the article. Something that stands out. Not the norm. If Chris was to do what everyone else wanted him to do he would have a normal car. No Bra, different interior, different color. ect. I beleive everyone gets what I am saying so I will quit typing. I just felt like saying it.

Props to you Frittz. :tup:

v2rocket
07-15-2005, 02:17 PM
yeah frittz!

Fritz
07-15-2005, 02:31 PM
Danke everyone!

Fritz
07-15-2005, 02:32 PM
Danke!

Fritz
07-15-2005, 02:34 PM
... how many marines are on this site????

haha... "How many Assholes do we have on this ship?" ..."AYE SIR!!"

Slapshotnerd
07-15-2005, 02:51 PM
not too shabby!!

it wouldn't take much to make this car into a magazine-ready car. Some colormatching under the engine bay and in the interrior, maybe some polishing, a set of seats, a small stereo, and it's pretty much ready for print!!

Tom
07-15-2005, 03:09 PM
Not to get on a soap box or anything. But after reading the thread I got a little irritated. The write up, pics, car, and Jeff are all good. That isn't were the irritation came from.

Quote: "always something that stands out from the crowd and places a car outside of the norm "


This is part of the reason that we are reading the article. Something that stands out. Not the norm. If Chris was to do what everyone else wanted him to do he would have a normal car. No Bra, different interior, different color. ect. I beleive everyone gets what I am saying so I will quit typing. I just felt like saying it.

Props to you Frittz. :tup:
Well said.

FINA4
07-15-2005, 03:37 PM
Nice pics and article Chris! Now you just have to make your car quick as mine :D

jballou
07-15-2005, 03:57 PM
The part about Fritz's car being yellow----if you look at my sig, it is a joke.. I to have an Imola audi.....




2000 Imola S4 Stage 2+

ninja_van1sh
07-17-2005, 02:29 AM
Not to get on a soap box or anything. But after reading the thread I got a little irritated. The write up, pics, car, and Jeff are all good. That isn't were the irritation came from.

Quote: "always something that stands out from the crowd and places a car outside of the norm "


This is part of the reason that we are reading the article. Something that stands out. Not the norm. If Chris was to do what everyone else wanted him to do he would have a normal car. No Bra, different interior, different color. ect. I beleive everyone gets what I am saying so I will quit typing. I just felt like saying it.

Props to you Frittz. :tup:


honestly, the car seems so normal to me it looks and reads almost stock. but i guess the line between nearly stock and fully modded is thin, unless hes sumwhere in limbo. the only thing i see standing out is the brightness of the color, which i like on TT's

Tom
02-19-2007, 09:30 AM
Re-uploaded the pics....

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6256.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6262.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6269.jpg

Tom
02-19-2007, 09:30 AM
http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6276.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6203.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6207.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6210.jpg

Tom
02-19-2007, 09:31 AM
http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6217.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6219.jpg

http://www.turn2photos.com/images/sce_hosting/frittz/_MG_6222.jpg

Monster8V
02-19-2007, 09:37 AM
Whats up with all the "It’s". Seems a simple "It's" would be all thats required. (Some sort of syntax error thing or what? Dunno.) Ruins the article.

None ofthe pics work, cept the ones Tom uploaded again. Oh well.

Tom
02-19-2007, 10:02 AM
Whats up with all the "It’s". Seems a simple "It's" would be all thats required. (Some sort of syntax error thing or what? Dunno.) Ruins the article.

None ofthe pics work, cept the ones Tom uploaded again. Oh well.

I think the originals went buh-bye when the server died. I need to go back through all the old articles and re-upload and re-link the images.

Fritz
02-19-2007, 12:06 PM
Thanks Tom!

daygoVR6
02-19-2007, 12:18 PM
chris how ya been .....thanks for getting those re uploaded tom IDK what happend with the photos either

for those of you nay sayers this was the first feature car shoot SCE ever did - I have since stopped putting in any efforts into doing this as my racing carrear has jumped into high gear this season with me having a seat in a Pro Clas drag car - anyone who wants to start doing these types of articles again would probably be a help to those that run this board and want to help continue with the growth of the communtiy ....assuming the higher ups around here want to keep these types of articles going

Fritz
02-19-2007, 12:34 PM
i been alright brad, you? sounds like you're having a good time on the track, that's awesome.. i finally sold the TT, and i miss it.. so looking back at stuff like this brings up memories of the great times i had with you guys. thanks a lot.

daygoVR6
02-19-2007, 04:24 PM
been good ...busy with the start of the race season and working out my schedule with where I am supposed to be with the race team and when - along with where my new job is going to be sending me in the coming months