That sux about the FMU failing. can i ask how much boost your running at the moment?
I know its probably not the safest but I upgraded my 3.4" pulley that provided 7psi to a 3.2" pulley that gives 9psi. I also need to add that my MAF sensor has failed so a week prior to the fire. Im essentially running off the ECU's use of the TPS sensor. Its amazing how many subroutines the stock UZ ecu has. it has a seperate modified tune stored in case any sensor fails (not all but most). Because I have a wideband I can play with the TPS sensor and essentially play with the AFR because the ecu does not have a second sensor to reference from such as the maf sensor in my case. If I almost max the sensor out I get 15.5afr and when I lower it 3/4 of the way it drops to 11-12:1. I used to be pretty scared of ecu wiring and tuning but as of now I cant wait to give the adaptronic another shot.
Very nice! Exhaust looks great! I noticed you've decreased the pulley size...so does that mean you'll be wanting to sell the 3.4...hint hint>>?
You should install the hood pins to hold down the CF hood. There're several situations where the hoods flying off. If your hood is 1 piece from top to bottom and is very rigid with no flexing, then you probably don't need the hood pins. But if the top layer is glued to the bottom layer, then you need them for sure. Some CF hoods are better than the others, but don't take your chance.
I talked to a Seibon rep awhile ago and he also recommended the hood pins on his hood.
Another thing is if your engine bay is too hot, you'll need insulation under that hood. Otherwise, the heat will damage the hood.
Is that the cop watching out for your car? LOL.