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Jun 15, 2009, 06:35 PM
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I'm just glad I kept all the stock suspension/exhaust/electronics/rotors/etc. in my basement or I'd really be scrambling!
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Jun 15, 2009, 06:40 PM
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(just like the 1000+ chips on my hood)Glad to see you are keeping it...btw, there is an awesome robispec race setup for sale in the suspension forum for a crackhead price. Those c/o's along with the whiteline roll center correction kit and front/rear sways will turn that thing into a track monster!!!
Jun 16, 2009, 02:41 PM
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Those crackhead prices are breaking my budget for the rest of the build tho it is a good deal, i'm looking at more like a new set of Teins so I can do wheels and some motor stuff. I also just picked up a neon to beat the crap outta, had it 300 miles and smoked the stock clutch in it lol....
Jun 17, 2009, 10:34 AM
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Ed Adams Challenge. Charity Softball Tournament & Raffle.
hey guys, i just wanted to pass this on. on of my co-workers is organizing a charity softball tournament September 12th & 13th at Renton Field in Plum.
all the proceeds from the tournament/raffle will be donated to Children's Hospital.
the raffle itself will be for a 5 day, 4 night trip to the Bellagio Casino in Las Vegas. Roundtrip airfare, airport transfers, travel insurance, and $2,000 spending cash are all included. raffle tickets are $10.
here is the breakdown from the flyer:
Super Draft Tournament & Skills Competition.
Open to all men's softball players any division. Limited to the first 78 paid players.
Round Robin & Elimination tournament.
Skills Competitions
• Homerun Derby
• Pitching Accuracy
• Throwing Accuracy
• Best Arm - Longest Throw
Sept 12 & 13
Renton Field,
Plum, PA
Visit the website to register.
All proceeds benefits Children's Hospital.
Kyle Jenkins, Tournament Director
412-370-4324 Cell
412-744-4400 Home
www.EdAdamsChallenge.com
i know some of you guys are in to baseball/softball so figured you might be interested in playing. if not, the raffle itself is worth checking out. for $10 bucks a ticket that's pretty damn good, and there are only 1000 tickets being sold, so odds of winning are actually pretty high.
you can get more information about it from the site, or if are interested in purchasing a raffle ticket(s) you can message me and i can get them to you.
it's for a good cause, and an awesome vacation.
all the proceeds from the tournament/raffle will be donated to Children's Hospital.
the raffle itself will be for a 5 day, 4 night trip to the Bellagio Casino in Las Vegas. Roundtrip airfare, airport transfers, travel insurance, and $2,000 spending cash are all included. raffle tickets are $10.
here is the breakdown from the flyer:
Super Draft Tournament & Skills Competition.
Open to all men's softball players any division. Limited to the first 78 paid players.
Round Robin & Elimination tournament.
Skills Competitions
• Homerun Derby
• Pitching Accuracy
• Throwing Accuracy
• Best Arm - Longest Throw
Sept 12 & 13
Renton Field,
Plum, PA
Visit the website to register.
All proceeds benefits Children's Hospital.
Kyle Jenkins, Tournament Director
412-370-4324 Cell
412-744-4400 Home
www.EdAdamsChallenge.com
i know some of you guys are in to baseball/softball so figured you might be interested in playing. if not, the raffle itself is worth checking out. for $10 bucks a ticket that's pretty damn good, and there are only 1000 tickets being sold, so odds of winning are actually pretty high.
you can get more information about it from the site, or if are interested in purchasing a raffle ticket(s) you can message me and i can get them to you.
it's for a good cause, and an awesome vacation.
Jun 18, 2009, 05:31 PM
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ya when i ordered the compressor cover from fp, i talked to the salesman/tech for a while because he was super friendly and knowledgeable. he pretty much explained that with bb turbo's surge isnt good per se, but isnt as destructive as say a journal bearing turbo. something to do with the level of axial play in the ball bearings and center cartridge.
either way, i checked the amount of play on the compressor wheel and didnt notice any significant comparative play from when i bought it.
the surge was really affecting the way the car pulled though. it would cut out on power in wot and violently buck to the point where it wasnt even fun to get on it in any other gear but first or second.
problem solved; lesson learned
either way, i checked the amount of play on the compressor wheel and didnt notice any significant comparative play from when i bought it.
the surge was really affecting the way the car pulled though. it would cut out on power in wot and violently buck to the point where it wasnt even fun to get on it in any other gear but first or second.
problem solved; lesson learned
If you talked to robert he is like super cool and smart. Very nice guy and knows more about **** that I don't know than you will ever know.
Jun 19, 2009, 05:23 PM
talked to buschur today set up my install date for the fp red install along with the 880"s and head studs then car will be done for now that is hoping for 400 whp but on buschur dyno could be a little shallow of that
Jun 20, 2009, 05:38 AM
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I'll be down for the charity softball game.
Also, don't forget the Local Pittsburgh Swap Meet thread in the northeast for sale section. Some good stuff for sale locally.
Also, don't forget the Local Pittsburgh Swap Meet thread in the northeast for sale section. Some good stuff for sale locally.
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Jun 21, 2009, 11:27 AM
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well guys the time has come to order new tires (mainly because i have nails in both of my rear tires and the fronts are all chewed up from time trialing).
i am leaning towards these:
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec
245/40R-17 91W BSW
i'm currently running a 245/45, the sidewalls are way too much for me, so i am thinking the 245/40 series should be just right. has anyone ran these tires in this size before? am i on the right track here with dimensions, or am i doing something totally crackheaded?
i am leaning towards these:
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec
245/40R-17 91W BSW
i'm currently running a 245/45, the sidewalls are way too much for me, so i am thinking the 245/40 series should be just right. has anyone ran these tires in this size before? am i on the right track here with dimensions, or am i doing something totally crackheaded?
Jun 21, 2009, 12:05 PM
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well guys the time has come to order new tires (mainly because i have nails in both of my rear tires and the fronts are all chewed up from time trialing).
i am leaning towards these:
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec
245/40R-17 91W BSW
i'm currently running a 245/45, the sidewalls are way too much for me, so i am thinking the 245/40 series should be just right. has anyone ran these tires in this size before? am i on the right track here with dimensions, or am i doing something totally crackheaded?
i am leaning towards these:
Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec
245/40R-17 91W BSW
i'm currently running a 245/45, the sidewalls are way too much for me, so i am thinking the 245/40 series should be just right. has anyone ran these tires in this size before? am i on the right track here with dimensions, or am i doing something totally crackheaded?
Jun 21, 2009, 12:07 PM
Your speedo would be a little more than 1mph off. Which isnt bad, and you will have a little less sidewall. And the Star Specs seem to be awesome times. I'd do it.
On a side note, does anyone know where i can get a 3 inch ID 2 bolt flange exhaust gasket locally? I only have 1 vibrant gasket left but i need 2. Ive tried Autozone, Carquest, Pepboys and Advance. Any ideas? Thanks.
On a side note, does anyone know where i can get a 3 inch ID 2 bolt flange exhaust gasket locally? I only have 1 vibrant gasket left but i need 2. Ive tried Autozone, Carquest, Pepboys and Advance. Any ideas? Thanks.