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[Beef6]

What made you switch over from ford?

Not that I would have any practical use for it but that's the exact truck I would love to have!

[JasonY]

Of current trucks, the Ram's are the most well appointed dollar for dollar. Have the newest/strongest frame by a mile. Biggest brakes(over 14" front and rear). Pretty well sorted out DEF system since its been on the chassis cab trucks since 07 w/o much drama. Get good mileage, all stock getting around 20mpg, first full tank with work use was 19.9mpg. The Duratracs will probably knock about 1-1.5mpg off that. Michelins will be going on a set of Laramie wheels for the summer/non snow months.

I drove all 3 offerings of diesel trucks. The ford felt the fastest empty, but the ugly as shit front end and i just plain dont trust that new of an engine with all the problems with the used truck I've owned in the past years.

The GM trucks have an outstanding drivetrain, easily the best all around of the group. But notoriously flimsy interiors and electronics. Body dents easily, my uncles truck has dents on it from just leaning over the wheel wells into the bed of his. He's busted the DEF tank twice since it hangs down to low under the body. But i really do like the exterior of the crew/short bed GMC's. Fairly well priced too. But long term i trust the dodge being easier to own vs the GM which is odd to say due to how crappy the pre-2010 trucks were/are as far as cab integrity.

Time will tell if the new electronics in the Rams will prove as reliable/durable as the fords have over the years.

I also didnt want a fully loaded/fancy truck and the lower trim Fords really look it. The GM's have such an outdated interior i really couldnt justify the amount of money for a truck thats no better inside than my 06 Lariat Ford which i certainly spend an awful lot of my time in.

The only "mods" i intend on doing is losing the tacky chrome bumper, getting a unchromed one painted body color f/r and i'd like to add flip out tow mirrors since these as i was worried(i really didnt want the flip out mirrors) are just a little too narrow for my comfort level pulling my big work trailer around all summer in heavy traffic. Also Laramie wheels for some Michelins for the warm months and towing long distances which is pretty much only done in the warmer months.

Oh and on another note, our very own Alex3000gt was on the engineering team for the cooling systems on the truck. Which is always cool to know someone from behind the scenes on the engineering side of the truck.

Jason

[anyonebutme]

flip out mirrors, lol. I better not catch you driving around empty with those mirrors flipped............

Stacks stacked on stacks stacked tow mirrors stacked on stacks.

[JasonY]

nevah! Unless im draining the water out of them...lol

Jason

[Uniuno]

I work for the Chrysler scan tool group. It makes me happy to see people do their research and pick Chrysler for the right reasons.

Side note: we ordered the module for the vgt and the only way to get it is with the whole turbo. We put it in the scale yesterday, 47.5 pounds! Since they are more than likely going to throw the turbo away I called dibs hoping they'll let me pull it out of the trash first .

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[J-Groove]

A lot of awesome current pics from the 11th Annual Texas Gathering. :)

TX3S | Media Gallery (http://www.kimberlite-films.com/tx3s_site/media-gallery.html)

My car, though not me standing next to it. haha

http://www.kimberlite-films.com/tx3s_site/images/_dsc0282.jpg

[Uniuno]

I brought a spare 9b in to work today to compare/giggle

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr275/uniuno/IMAG0864_zps5b52876f.jpg (http://s491.photobucket.com/user/uniuno/media/IMAG0864_zps5b52876f.jpg.html)

Nom nom

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr275/uniuno/IMAG0867_zpscc807898.jpg (http://s491.photobucket.com/user/uniuno/media/IMAG0867_zpscc807898.jpg.html)

And to keep true to the thread, here's the most recentest picture of my car (and truck). The day I towed it to a buddy's to store it for winter.

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr275/uniuno/IMG_0974_zps5bfed709.jpg (http://s491.photobucket.com/user/uniuno/media/IMG_0974_zps5bfed709.jpg.html)

[bridge]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/12/ybutaqeh.jpg

She hates the cold

[bearded1]

I brought a spare 9b in to work today to compare/giggle



http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr275/uniuno/IMAG0864_zps5b52876f.jpg (http://s491.photobucket.com/user/uniuno/media/IMAG0864_zps5b52876f.jpg.html)



Nom nom



http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr275/uniuno/IMAG0867_zpscc807898.jpg (http://s491.photobucket.com/user/uniuno/media/IMAG0867_zpscc807898.jpg.html)



And to keep true to the thread, here's the most recentest picture of my car (and truck). The day I towed it to a buddy's to store it for winter.



http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr275/uniuno/IMG_0974_zps5bfed709.jpg (http://s491.photobucket.com/user/uniuno/media/IMG_0974_zps5bfed709.jpg.html)




Someone's found a very good reason to go single turbo!





Jake

[Jimvr4]

Here's a new one. More in my thread

http://jns.jimnshar.com/59300ab0.jpg

[Beef6]

^ Gorgeous as always! Not that it could be anymore perfect but I would remove the yellow stickers from the fans, they always catch my attention on our cars.

[stealthee]

Badass Jim. Badass.

[j2k4]

Wow, Jim.

Old-guy tasteful, too. :)

[Jimvr4]

Wow, Jim.

Old-guy tasteful, too. :)

Wait a second - who you callin **old** This isn't Bob's car :lo5l:

[j2k4]

Wait a second - who you callin **old** This isn't Bob's car :lo5l:

Well, I'm old, and Bob is old, and we both like your car...:huh:

[Jimvr4]

Well, I'm old, and Bob is old, and we both like your car...:huh:

Maybe one day I'll take her to a NG and we can all share war stories

[j2k4]

Maybe one day I'll take her to a NG and we can all share war stories

None of my stories rise beyond intense conflict, Jim.

Some broken bones, torn ligaments, cartilage and stuff like that.

Unless you misspelled whore, by some chance? :huh:

[TwIzTeD_3kGt]

Got some much needed fresh air today...

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e200/twizted_3kgt/20131217_152333_zps6470aa86.jpg~original

[fastbikes76]

6207

My black 97 JDM AWD NA manual now running 9b's at 22psi meth. My wife's black 360awhp JDM Mk2 TT , and my mates Eurospec red mk1 3000GT TT

6208

I then decided to make the most of it and picked up my white 96 MK2 TT MR and stick it on the drive too lol. I didn't bother getting my red Mk1 out of storage though as that's just a pain in the arse ha ha

[JasonY]

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a48/JasonVR4/photobucket-1581-1388780002813_zps641a88ca.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/JasonVR4/media/photobucket-1581-1388780002813_zps641a88ca.jpg.html)

Duratrac's kick ass in the snow btw.

Jason

[Boomer3000]

Some pictures I took before I left work today. Got lucky and a couple of the engines were grouped together.

Will get more after the car is painted and has a front bumper again.





http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k534/Boomerstl3000/BmwTrainshotthree_zpsc65ce51d.jpg (http://s1114.photobucket.com/user/Boomerstl3000/media/BmwTrainshotthree_zpsc65ce51d.jpg.html)

http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k534/Boomerstl3000/Bmwtrain_zps825cd78a.jpg (http://s1114.photobucket.com/user/Boomerstl3000/media/Bmwtrain_zps825cd78a.jpg.html)


http://i1114.photobucket.com/albums/k534/Boomerstl3000/BmwTrainshottwo_zps0edafa8e.jpg (http://s1114.photobucket.com/user/Boomerstl3000/media/BmwTrainshottwo_zps0edafa8e.jpg.html)

[Uniuno]

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a48/JasonVR4/photobucket-1581-1388780002813_zps641a88ca.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/JasonVR4/media/photobucket-1581-1388780002813_zps641a88ca.jpg.html)

Duratrac's kick ass in the snow btw.

Jason

Yes they do! I have them on my Dakota. I raced a guy from work in his wrx on blizzaks and took him by like 6 car lengths. He was pretty baffled. Had snow not been a factor he obviously would have destroyed me.

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[boosted3s]

Still needs more low, but you get the idea.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/6779CC84-70E9-4D79-820B-F30800285758_zpseqs0yxw8.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/6779CC84-70E9-4D79-820B-F30800285758_zpseqs0yxw8.jpg.html)

[mb3000]

What are the specs on those wheels again?

[wisniaPl]

btw isnt staggering wheels on awd messes up drive-train?? remember how people were flamed on evom for trying to run that

[Uniuno]

So long as the circumference is the same all around you can run whatever you want. There are a billion tire size calculators online and tirerack can get you the specs on the tires. Sizes may vary between manufacturers.

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[IPD]

So long as the circumference is the same all around you can run whatever you want. There are a billion tire size calculators online and tirerack can get you the specs on the tires. Sizes may vary between manufacturers.

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this. and that's also the reason they recommend you rotate tires religiously, so that you don't dork up the circumference differences (rears wearing faster than fronts, etc).

still easier to run the same on all 4, imho, because you can rotate without dismount.

[2fnloud]

Thadd, do you still have to rotate in AWD, I was under the impression that the tires will rear evenly.

[wisniaPl]

Well as long as the rims are the same with offset doesn't matter...but when you say staggered. That means that back wheels are wider...
I had xxr 527 and I believe his wheels are the same width but front is 35mm and back is 20mm that's why concave difference...

[stealthee]

Offset doesn't change tire diameter.

Unless I read that wrong.

[vr4tune]

Offset doesn't change tire diameter.

Unless I read that wrong.

I think you misunderstood. I think it was a reference for tire rotation. Unless I'm misunderstanding.

[stealthee]

Diameter affects tire rotation so you and I are on the same page...

[IPD]

Wheel offset doesn't matter for VCU/differential purposes; only the rolling diameter of the front and back wheels. And even with AWD, you can still experience uneven tire wear--which can be exacerbated by driving habits.

[J-Groove]

Tiffany snapped this quick shot yesterday of my new daily driver. :)

2012 6 speed Regal GS.

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1/q77/s720x720/1609644_10101310480852753_1259937479_n.jpg

And yes, it comes with a walker and a hip replacement standard. haha

-John

[Granny]

Really nice comfy ride inside

[IPD]

Tiffany snapped this quick shot yesterday of my new daily driver. :)

2012 6 speed Regal GS.

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1/q77/s720x720/1609644_10101310480852753_1259937479_n.jpg

And yes, it comes with a walker and a hip replacement standard. haha

-John

i would have kept the FWD-tt. :p

[J-Groove]

i would have kept the FWD-tt. :p

It is actually pretty close to my old '95 FWD TT, similar power and weight. haha

-John

[IPD]

It is actually pretty close to my old '95 FWD TT, similar power and weight. haha

-John

and about 1/10th as good-looking.

[vr4tune]

Diameter affects tire rotation so you and I are on the same page...
When I said tire rotation I was referring to puting the front wheels on the rear of the car an vice versa as recommended by a tire shop. Not the other rotation as in the wheels rotate around the the hub when driving (rolling diameter). Small miscommunication.

[Alan92RTTT]

https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t1/p480x480/1012041_10203096910168433_1783182322_n.jpg

[stealthee]

When I said tire rotation I was referring to puting the front wheels on the rear of the car an vice versa as recommended by a tire shop. Not the other rotation as in the wheels rotate around the the hub when driving (rolling diameter). Small miscommunication.

Makes sense now. I have been overly exhausted lately and probably didn't read your original comment correctly in the first place.

[JasonY]

My salty truck...poor thing.
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a48/JasonVR4/photobucket-26329-1390607762409_zps596b87fa.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/JasonVR4/media/photobucket-26329-1390607762409_zps596b87fa.jpg.html)

Jason

[stealthee]

I should snap a pic of my car tomorrow J. It will put your truck to shame in the salty dirtiness.

[JasonY]

hah, its worse in person, but i did powerwash it 2 days ago so its not as bad as it got last time. Last time the damn thing was freakin white. I normally keep my stuff so clean that this is really bad to me :p

Jason

[stealthee]

Been too cold to even think of washing mine. I've had to kick the ice build up off of it a few times now as it is.

[CoopKill]

Nathan's SCE install.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/25/e7yva3eg.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/25/7uzamy2y.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/25/egu2ysyg.jpg


Sent from the Man Cave!

*\( ^o^ )/*

[DocWalt]

http://imageshack.com/a/img809/3230/7wv0.jpg

[TwIzTeD_3kGt]

hah, its worse in person, but i did powerwash it 2 days ago so its not as bad as it got last time. Last time the damn thing was freakin white. I normally keep my stuff so clean that this is really bad to me :p

Jason

You have a Delta Sonic near you? They have unlimited washes for $22/mo., it's how I keep my truck clean every day in the salt. :)

[JasonY]

No, that would be a good deal. Fortunately this one place i use has no minimum charge if using my card. So i usually end up only 2.50-3.50 at a time.

Jason

[J. Fast]

https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t1/p480x480/1012041_10203096910168433_1783182322_n.jpg

Very cool. Art show or trophy for NG?

[J. Fast]

Tiffany snapped this quick shot yesterday of my new daily driver. :)

2012 6 speed Regal GS.

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t1/q77/s720x720/1609644_10101310480852753_1259937479_n.jpg

And yes, it comes with a walker and a hip replacement standard. haha

-John

is that awd and turbo? that's pretty sleek looking. id drive it! nice looking car!

[GTOJOE]

Recent photo. Believe it or not, this is the first time it has ever looked like this. It has been on 4 jack stands before but only to change the drivetrain oils. This was to replace the cat and install rear adjustable camber arms. Bought a cat from Maximal. Turns out the JDm cat is about 100mm shorter than the USDM ones. Also had wheels off to get new rubber fitted. Now it's back on the road.

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm289/1STGENGTO/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_194643_zpshcrhddmt.jpg (http://s299.photobucket.com/user/1STGENGTO/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_194643_zpshcrhddmt.jpg.html)

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm289/1STGENGTO/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_172244_zpsjpjc2g62.jpg (http://s299.photobucket.com/user/1STGENGTO/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_172244_zpsjpjc2g62.jpg.html)

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm289/1STGENGTO/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_172303_zpsfhseoazf.jpg (http://s299.photobucket.com/user/1STGENGTO/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_172303_zpsfhseoazf.jpg.html)

[green-lantern]

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/mm289/1STGENGTO/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_172244_zpsjpjc2g62.jpg (http://s299.photobucket.com/user/1STGENGTO/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140120_172244_zpsjpjc2g62.jpg.html)



Those look a good bit beefer than the ones he sold before.

[green-lantern]

https://scontent-a-lga.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t1/p480x480/1012041_10203096910168433_1783182322_n.jpg

Very cool, more info plz

[J-Groove]

is that awd and turbo? that's pretty sleek looking. id drive it! nice looking car!

Thanks. I'm really enjoying the car. A huge upgrade from my old DD, the '06 Sonata.

It is turbo and there is an AWD option, but they only have the auto for AWD. I have the 6 speed FWD. But for a daily wrong wheel drive isn't bad. :)

270bhp, though I have been eyeballing the Trifecta ECU tune that bumps that up to 320-330bhp.

Here is a bit better pic of the car;

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1669952_10101313008602123_1818454542_o.jpg

And another next to the VR-4.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1658224_10101313006805723_2113320667_o.jpg

[anyonebutme]

Those look a good bit beefer than the ones he sold before.

Those are not Maximal arms.

[IPD]

"only" auto for AWD. you make it sound like that's a bad thing. SOMEONE had to rectify the imbalance in the universe caused by only offering the vr4 as MTX.

[J-Groove]

"only" auto for AWD. you make it sound like that's a bad thing. SOMEONE had to rectify the imbalance in the universe caused by only offering the vr4 as MTX.

Some of us like the big boy pedal and are morning its loss in the modern car. Have some respect for those lonely left feet. :)

[IPD]

Some of us like the big boy pedal and are morning its loss in the modern car. Have some respect for those lonely left feet. :)

I didn't mourn the loss of muzzle-loading rifles either. Or the typewriter. Or the walkman/discman.

At least MB has moved on. :)

[fastfalcon94]

Pic from earlier this winter when I pulled them out to start them for a little while.

http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/fastfalcon94/IMG_20131201_092429_374_zps53999c8b.jpg

[green-lantern]

Those are not Maximal arms.

Who's are they?


I didn't mourn the loss of muzzle-loading rifles either. Or the typewriter. Or the walkman/discman.

:)

:lol: good point

[green-lantern]

Recent photo. Believe it or not, this is the first time it has ever looked like this. It has been on 4 jack stands before but only to change the drivetrain oils. This was to replace the cat and install rear adjustable camber arms. Bought a cat from Maximal. Turns out the JDm cat is about 100mm shorter than the USDM ones.

My reading fail lol

[Chris@Rvengeperformance]

Pic from earlier this winter when I pulled them out to start them for a little while.

http://i1192.photobucket.com/albums/aa327/fastfalcon94/IMG_20131201_092429_374_zps53999c8b.jpg

your cars always look great. I may have to get another 3/s someday. I still love the 99 look, but I do not want to convert my stealth, would need another one.

[fastfalcon94]

your cars always look great. I may have to get another 3/s someday. I still love the 99 look, but I do not want to convert my stealth, would need another one.


I've got a green 94/99 vr4 for sale posted in the classifieds on here:)

[boosted3s]

Not mine, but I'm loving this stance. I need to get mine finished.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/8a111968460e71f5c0d017fd41576310_zps49a3f5e0.jpg

[GTOJOE]

Those are not Maximal arms.


Who's are they?

These are top speed pro1 or something like that. I bought them on ebay about 5 years ago :lol: I just never got around to installing them. They do a bit of suspension stuff for the nissan crowd.

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[IPD]

99 front. SO overrated.

[DK77]

Regardless of how you rate it, it still looks good.

[IPD]

Regardless of how you rate it, it still looks good.

not compared to a 97-98. :)

[mb3000]

not compared to a 97-98. :)

You're right, it looks better.

[IPD]

You're right, it looks better.

if i wasn't randomly drug-tested at my place of employment, i'd respectfully ask for some of whatever it is that you are smoking.

[mb3000]

:lol: I'd agree with you that on the forum/internet they are extremely over-played.

[Uniuno]

A guy I work with loves arguing opinions. To each their own.

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[95gto]

I didn't mourn the loss of muzzle-loading rifles either. Or the typewriter. Or the walkman/discman.

At least MB has moved on. :)

Interesting but inaccurate comparisons imo. Though the MTX is older than the ATX the functionality between the two is more on par with a pump action shotgun versus a semi-auto shotgun. However the semi-auto shotgun doesn't modulate reload time based on a number of factory programmed parameters that drastically changes the firing rate of the weapon.

Most ATX computers are crap and as a result the performance of the transimissions they control ends up being crap. Obviously there are exceptions but they are still few enough in number that they remain exceptions rather than become the rule.

[IPD]

Interesting but inaccurate comparisons imo. Though the MTX is older than the ATX the functionality between the two is more on par with a pump action shotgun versus a semi-auto shotgun. However the semi-auto shotgun doesn't modulate reload time based on a number of factory programmed parameters that drastically changes the firing rate of the weapon.

Most ATX computers are crap and as a result the performance of the transimissions they control ends up being crap. Obviously there are exceptions but they are still few enough in number that they remain exceptions rather than become the rule.

and in this day and age of flashable ECU's, you really think that TCU's are as you describe them?

Do we really need to go back to C&D from 2004 to see that an slk55amg was a 1/10th faster in the 1/4 than a stock corvette 6-speed...and with less hp?

regardless though, PWR mode on a 3/s shifts VERY quickly, and a TL valve body kit will reduce that even further.

[J-Groove]

I didn't mourn the loss of muzzle-loading rifles either. Or the typewriter. Or the walkman/discman.

At least MB has moved on. :)

Haha Touche'

In all honesty, the days of a standard being faster than an auto are long gone. From a pure performance standpoint modern sport autos are better. Heck Ferrari hasn't had a three pedal since the 360.

But, for me, I feel more connected and in control with a standard. It is better because it is more fun for me to drive. :)

-John

[R/T93]

Haha Touche'

In all honesty, the days of a standard being faster than an auto are long gone. From a pure performance standpoint modern sport autos are better. Heck Ferrari hasn't had a three pedal since the 360.

But, for me, I feel more connected and in control with a standard. It is better because it is more fun for me to drive. :)

-John

Not true! They had 6 speeds in the 430 but only 1% (one), lol

From the phone.

[J-Groove]

Not true! They had 6 speeds in the 430 but only 1% (one), lol



I didn't know that. That is cool that it at least exists.

-John

[95gto]

and in this day and age of flashable ECU's, you really think that TCU's are as you describe them?

Do we really need to go back to C&D from 2004 to see that an slk55amg was a 1/10th faster in the 1/4 than a stock corvette 6-speed...and with less hp?

regardless though, PWR mode on a 3/s shifts VERY quickly, and a TL valve body kit will reduce that even further.

You mean the Car and Driver review where they put a mark against the car for its inability to smoothly downshift? And are you suggesting all TCU's are now on par with the TCU used on a 70K luxury performance roadster?

When you view the entirety of ATX's on the market, not just the rare performance versions, you are left with the same clunky units you have always had. And an ATX is supposed to not only execute the act of changing the gear for you but also decide when the gear change should occur. Your standard TCU still sucks at making these decisions and as a result the overall package is still flawed.


Haha Touche'

In all honesty, the days of a standard being faster than an auto are long gone. From a pure performance standpoint modern sport autos are better. Heck Ferrari hasn't had a three pedal since the 360.

But, for me, I feel more connected and in control with a standard. It is better because it is more fun for me to drive. :)

-John

And the paddle shift trans in the 360 is a perfect example of how most atx's suck. Calling that unit "slow" is being kind.

[J-Groove]

Haha Touche'

In all honesty, the days of a standard being faster than an auto are long gone. From a pure performance standpoint modern sport autos are better. Heck Ferrari hasn't had a three pedal since the 360.

But, for me, I feel more connected and in control with a standard. It is better because it is more fun for me to drive. :)

-John




And the paddle shift trans in the 360 is a perfect example of how most atx's suck. Calling that unit "slow" is being kind.


But still, I was talking about MODERN PERFORMANCE atx's. The paddle shift atx system in the 360 is 9 years and 2 generations old now. It is far from what is now available in the 458.

It does suck that the manual is harder and harder to find. But as long as all the cars I own are manuals I will be happy. :)

The funny thing is, the lack of a real manual is what will keep me out of ever owning a current GTR or Ferrari. Granted I can't afford a Ferrari but I could a GTR if it was a goal.

-John

[IPD]

Electrohydraulic manual transmission - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrohydraulic_manual_transmission)

lest we forget that the 360 actually had a manual that was souped up to behave like an ATX. Had Ferrari used a DCG, the results would have been different.

As far as the SLK55 AMG goes, if their biggest complaint about the transmission is coming to a stop, I think I can live with that. Any valve-body mods for snappier shifts will tend to render the same effects.

I'm not saying that the technology is perfect (although PWR mode on a 3/s shifts at redline & kicks-down 2 gears easily if you stomp on it). What I am glad of is that 7 & 8 speed ATX's are now seeing the light of day, which means increased fuel economy and smoother shifts. And no, I'm not saying that all cars share the technology of a 70k car from 2005. What I do believe is that technology has been trickling down for those interim years (even base model MB's are available with these newer ATX's), and Toyota, Ford and GM have all migrated to at least 6-speed ATX's on virtually their entire lineup.

I grant you that TCU's still have room for improvement, and that's fine. I still believe that rowing through gears is an obsolete idea, and paddle-shifters should be a minimum standard (sequential or DCG), even if we're going to retain the left pedal.

[95gto]

But still, I was talking about MODERN PERFORMANCE atx's. The paddle shift atx system in the 360 is 9 years and 2 generations old now. It is far from what is now available in the 458.

It does suck that the manual is harder and harder to find. But as long as all the cars I own are manuals I will be happy. :)

The funny thing is, the lack of a real manual is what will keep me out of ever owning a current GTR or Ferrari. Granted I can't afford a Ferrari but I could a GTR if it was a goal.

-John

I think this point has made many would be Evo X owners go with the GSR over the MR.


Electrohydraulic manual transmission - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrohydraulic_manual_transmission)

lest we forget that the 360 actually had a manual that was souped up to behave like an ATX. Had Ferrari used a DCG, the results would have been different.

As far as the SLK55 AMG goes, if their biggest complaint about the transmission is coming to a stop, I think I can live with that. Any valve-body mods for snappier shifts will tend to render the same effects.

I'm not saying that the technology is perfect (although PWR mode on a 3/s shifts at redline & kicks-down 2 gears easily if you stomp on it). What I am glad of is that 7 & 8 speed ATX's are now seeing the light of day, which means increased fuel economy and smoother shifts. And no, I'm not saying that all cars share the technology of a 70k car from 2005. What I do believe is that technology has been trickling down for those interim years (even base model MB's are available with these newer ATX's), and Toyota, Ford and GM have all migrated to at least 6-speed ATX's on virtually their entire lineup.

I grant you that TCU's still have room for improvement, and that's fine. I still believe that rowing through gears is an obsolete idea, and paddle-shifters should be a minimum standard (sequential or DCG), even if we're going to retain the left pedal.

The increase in ATX gear count is a result of increasing fuel efficiency standards, so in a sense you are thanking the tree hugging hippies in our government for advancements in automotive technology, doesn't that sound bass ackwards. And though more gears do help to get you to the right gear faster, the inherent laziness of an ATX still exists. At cruising speed the trans will shift up to a gear that functions as overdrive for that particular speed for fuel ecoomy reasons, but this renders basic throttle response useless. When in this cruising situation and you have to accelerate you have three choices:

1) Feed slight throttle and deal with the poor response as the car struggles to accelerate while in at least one gear too high.

2) Feed in moderate throttle and wait for the vehicle to first try option #1 and after several seconds of that failing it will drop a gear and things will be as they should.

3) Feed in significant throttle so the TCU responds with an immediate gear change but now you are at least 1 gear too low and your RPM's are much higher than necessary. This condition creates an unneccessary level of throttle response.

The overall feeling you are left with is that you either have too abrupt of throttle response or no throttle respone at all. With an MTX you just natrually drop a gear and go. Until the standard ATX can resolve this issue it will be as nice as electric power steering for true driving.

The fact that technology does trickle down and a handful of affordable cars have good paddle setups is very promising. But there is still more progress to be made. The big question is will the advancements arrive before marketing people convince the automakers to drop the MTX.

[J-Groove]

I think this point has made many would be Evo X owners go with the GSR over the MR.


Funny you say that. A good friend of mine bought a GSR over a MR for that very reason. As have a number of other owners who I meet at HPDE events.


https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t31/474924_10152896745630387_223080265_o.jpg

You see many more GSRs at track events than MRs.

-John

[IPD]

It is what it is; nostalgia supplants logic or rationale 6 ways to Sunday. Nobody cares that a 7 speed ATX can kick down up to 4 gears at once. Meh. I've never encountered "too much downshift"--even when slamming the pedal to the firewall. Even 1 second in a lower gear before it hits redline is sufficient justification for using that gear, imho--especially when shifts take less than 1/10th of a second.

[boosted3s]

Anyway, back on topic. I threw some paint on my tires. I'm pretty satisfied with the outcome.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/d354d79b712f018f2638ce08ab43bec6_zpsf7e32ecf.jpg

[Boomer3000]

Looks really good, just don't go the stupid fucking stretched tires and hella flush look....God can't stand that stupid shit.

[boosted3s]

Looks really good, just don't go the stupid fucking stretched tires and hella flush look....God can't stand that stupid shit.

It's pretty flush. In fact the rims poke a touch. And the tires are mildly stretched 245s. I like the stanced style and have a set of fn1r-c's if I feel like hitting the track. I plan on angry eyeing the hood and painting my rear bumper when it warms up a touch. I'm also still waiting on a friends fender roller. Hoping to get it today and have a proper photo shoot soon.

[green-lantern]

Looks really good, just don't go the stupid fucking stretched tires and hella flush look....God can't stand that stupid shit.

+1


Anyway, back on topic. I threw some paint on my tires. I'm pretty satisfied with the outcome.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/d354d79b712f018f2638ce08ab43bec6_zpsf7e32ecf.jpg

That's on the edge but damn! nice freaking pic!

Look at it this way, when you go too low or stretch tires you loose performance. That's the main reason people hate it. Other than it can look stupid. Please stop here, it looks great and looks like it will still take a corner without shredding a tire. :D

[Boomer3000]

It's pretty flush. In fact the rims poke a touch. And the tires are mildly stretched 245s. I like the stanced style and have a set of fn1r-c's if I feel like hitting the track. I plan on angry eyeing the hood and painting my rear bumper when it warms up a touch. I'm also still waiting on a friends fender roller. Hoping to get it today and have a proper photo shoot soon.

See you are right on that line, of looks amazing and wouldnt change a thing stance lol.. Looks amazing. Past that might be too much haha.

[IPD]

looks stretched to me. about like 275's on 10" wide rims, not terrible, but not really my taste. LOVE the 2g 3k sides and r/t sails.

[Ange]

+1



That's on the edge but damn! nice freaking pic!

Look at it this way, when you go too low or stretch tires you loose performance. That's the main reason people hate it. Other than it can look stupid. Please stop here, it looks great and looks like it will still take a corner without shredding a tire. :D

how does going low lose performance? If anything it improves performance due to lower center of gravity for cornering and less drag?

problem is that it's impractical and uncomfortable?

[R/T93]

Well if you go low enough all of your suspension geometry goes to crap but generally the lower the better, up to a point

From the phone.

[CoopKill]

Once the control arm goes below horizontal the geometry it trashed. Anything more than 1.75" drop I believe does this. There are threads covering this with DG's input on the matter.

[mb7050]

The Ultimate Handling Guide Part V: The One Unforgivable Sin, Overlowering Your Car (http://www.motoiq.com/MagazineArticles/ID/1712/PageID/2376/The-Ultimate-Handling-Guide-Part-V-The-One-Unforgivable-Sin-Overlowering-Your-Car.aspx)

here could be a solution for the rear GTO and 3000GT Rear Roll Centre Adjust Kit - £171.81 : Evil Empire Performance, GTO 3000 Shop (http://evilempireperformance.co.uk/gto-3000gt-shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=851)

[Unlogic]

Took my car out of the garage yesterday for an hour. Let it warm up and ran AC for a while to prevent the seals from drying up. Three months left before this years season starts... http://pics.unlogic.se/smilies/smiley_driving.gif

http://pics.unlogic.se/3000gt/projekt/IMG_20140201_132000.jpg

[tazman]

I just got word that Tweety was amongst the Top Eight Nationwide for IFO's 2013 Car Show Points Winners! This page should be in the April 2014 edition of PASMAG magazine. :biggrin-new:

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m226/6tazman5/misc/2013IFOCarShowPointsLeaders_zps90932688.jpg (http://s105.photobucket.com/user/6tazman5/media/misc/2013IFOCarShowPointsLeaders_zps90932688.jpg.html)

[IPD]

congrats. the supra bumper is even fuglier than yours. :)

[Beef6]

I wonder how close I am to actually being in my parking spot...

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d55/beef66/362C0D23-E40C-4F69-99DC-DA9A5D63CDB8_zpsahopz4rx.jpg (http://s33.photobucket.com/user/beef66/media/362C0D23-E40C-4F69-99DC-DA9A5D63CDB8_zpsahopz4rx.jpg.html)

[stealthee]

You ain't got shit compared to what we got Josh. Easily 5 inches on the ground and its still coming down

[DocWalt]

5+ on the ground here too. Fun...

[Beef6]

Yeah we were lucky so far it hasn't been bad, they did not touch the streets though so this one inch was the worst driving conditions we have had yet. I guess we are supposed to get his tomorrow night into Wednesday pretty badly

[95gto]

It is what it is; nostalgia supplants logic or rationale 6 ways to Sunday. Nobody cares that a 7 speed ATX can kick down up to 4 gears at once. Meh. I've never encountered "too much downshift"--even when slamming the pedal to the firewall. Even 1 second in a lower gear before it hits redline is sufficient justification for using that gear, imho--especially when shifts take less than 1/10th of a second.

Nostalgia has nothing to do with it, the lack of correct execution in the face of reduced user control is the problem. If the car is going take over a process for me it better do a better job at executing that job than I would. You are too hung up on how quickly the device executes the physical gear change and are ignoring the slow response of the TCU when it comes to making proper gear selection choices. The concept of changing gears encompasses the entire process of picking a gear and then executing the gear change, if you rule at one and suck at the other you are at best mediocre at the overall process.

If you think the TCU for our cars does a good job then I think that fundamentally outlines the basis of our differing opinions.

[IPD]

Good, not great. I'm sure you've gotten YEARS more experience with F/W4A33's in 3/s's than I do though.

To be fair, it's kinda hard not to select a proper gear, the fewer gears there are. As I said, I've never had any complaints about PWR mode. Shooter can speak to this, he's driven my car. It uses a very different algorithm from ECON mode.

There certainly is room for improvement though, and on that note, I agree with you.

[95gto]

Good, not great. I'm sure you've gotten YEARS more experience with F/W4A33's in 3/s's than I do though.

To be fair, it's kinda hard not to select a proper gear, the fewer gears there are. As I said, I've never had any complaints about PWR mode. Shooter can speak to this, he's driven my car. It uses a very different algorithm from ECON mode.

There certainly is room for improvement though, and on that note, I agree with you.

What does "years of experience" with upgraded clutch packs in an ATX have to do with being able to asses the performance an ATX system (trans, TCU, torque converter, etc)?? I will gladly admit I don't have years of experience with upgraded ATX internals but last time I checked it doesn't matter how good the guts of the system are if the brain controlling the system is still riding the short bus.

And though your statement about fewer gears making it easier to find the right gear is accurate relative to the specific transaxle, what it ignores is that you make each gear worse at overall performance in favor of wider performance range. This is great for simplicity but is in the opposite direction of performance. So thanks for making my point for me.

I'm sure in another 10 years this conversation will go differently as the "good" paddle/tap shift systems will be more prevalent across the entire range of vehicles on the market. When that time comes we can shift the discussion from system performance to driver involvement.

[IPD]

FYI, my w4a33 wasn't upgraded...it was OEM stock, and used to boot. the responsiveness wasn't ever an issue for me.

[ICPREY]

5+ on the ground here too. Fun...

Yea we got a little bit here as well...
http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff228/speedracervr4/IMG_20140203_130516_zps9110d8e6.jpg (http://s240.photobucket.com/user/speedracervr4/media/IMG_20140203_130516_zps9110d8e6.jpg.html)

[Bloodlust182]

My car was scary on Thursday
http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll203/bloodlust182/20140205_115236_zps2113ad50.jpg (http://s289.photobucket.com/user/bloodlust182/media/20140205_115236_zps2113ad50.jpg.html)

[TwoXist]

Well this is it after paint.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m294/heshiro/20140208_170634.jpg (http://s107.photobucket.com/user/heshiro/media/20140208_170634.jpg.html)

Now I just need to work on some rims to combat that wheel gap.

[CoopKill]

Nice color! Wheels will not do much for the gap. You need drop springs.

[CoopKill]

HAHA the difference from St Louis to Mesa... :lmao:

[IPD]

Well this is it after paint.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m294/heshiro/20140208_170634.jpg (http://s107.photobucket.com/user/heshiro/media/20140208_170634.jpg.html)

Now I just need to work on some rims to combat that wheel gap.

wheels are fine. gunmetal PC would really bring out the POP on that paint color. as coop said, you really need springs/coilovers if you want to drop it, because a larger rolling diameter won't fit the wheel well with the stock suspension bits.

alternatively, you could figure out how to mod the fenders to close that gap...which leaves your ground clearance intact.

[stealthee]

IPD you are the only person who likes the 3g base wheels. Why spend money to powdercoat ugly wheels?

[IPD]

IPD you are the only person who likes the 3g base wheels. Why spend money to powdercoat ugly wheels?

You're right. pressure-wash & rattle can those babies.

p.s.
why SHOULDN'T i like them? at least they're not overplayed.

[stealthee]

They are not overplayed because they are ugly and people get rid of them.

[IPD]

yep. i've heard your opinion on them every time the subject comes up, brian. still haven't forgotten how much you dislike them.

[stealthee]

Yep, they were ugly then, and they are ugly now.

[IPD]

Yep, they were ugly then, and they are ugly now.

ten thousand snide remarks come to mind, but i think i'll just leave it at this:

to each his own, and...as everyone in the 3/s world has pointed out so many times...your OPINION is just that, and not the universal truth.

and now back to your unabashed 5-spoke wheel leg humping orgy.

[n2nsanity]

Black wheels would look nice. Also should do something bout that mitsuck tag :p

[Ange]

Well this is it after paint.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m294/heshiro/20140208_170634.jpg (http://s107.photobucket.com/user/heshiro/media/20140208_170634.jpg.html)

Now I just need to work on some rims to combat that wheel gap.
Nice! Different colour choice.

But yeah som wheels would probably do alot for the apperance..

Gunmetal p45's maybe?

[TwoXist]

I actually like the stock rims, I wish they came in a 17 or 18. The car is dropped 1inch, but I can't go any lower or it wont be able to make it into the garage without grinding the front bumper on the ground.

[stealthee]

http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff92/stealthee3k/snowStealth_zpsa685282a.jpg (http://s239.photobucket.com/user/stealthee3k/media/snowStealth_zpsa685282a.jpg.html)

[lawdogg]

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-4cJbqDQwXU0/Uv_YFxmpALI/AAAAAAAAEdM/Fmut3tzEeY8/w823-h617-no/MG950147.jpg

[TurboSinceBirth]

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-4cJbqDQwXU0/Uv_YFxmpALI/AAAAAAAAEdM/Fmut3tzEeY8/w823-h617-no/MG950147.jpg

Is the car being transported to your new place or did you sell it?

[lawdogg]

It's coming out to me (finally)!

[anyonebutme]

I like those wheels.

[DK77]

Those are some pretty wheels. I like them almost as much as my P45Rs.

[IPD]

yeah those are nice wheels. :)

[lawdogg]

I just wish they were another inch wider. :p They're 19x8 / 19x8.5. Can't complain about 19lbs and 21lbs though.

[anyonebutme]

I just wish they were another inch wider.

......

[IPD]

I would have guessed G35 wheels. I liked them the first time I saw em. I just didn't like that they were staggered. :)

[green-lantern]

It's coming out to me (finally)!


I just wish they were another inch wider. Can't complain about 19lbs and 21lbs though.

:suspect:

:bigthumb:

[DocWalt]

http://imageshack.com/a/img843/4948/39w9.jpg

[green-lantern]

http://imageshack.com/a/img843/4948/39w9.jpg

Oh shit! how do you like it?

[Jimvr4]

:stupid:

I heard you can supercharge them now. Any plans ?? :suspect:

[DocWalt]

Oh shit! how do you like it?

It's been fantastic so far. When it's not snowing it's been my DD, with all seasons on it now I should be much better off. It's slower than the GTI, lol.


:stupid:

I heard you can supercharge them now. Any plans ?? :suspect:

:suspect: I'd love the Innovate S/C kit, but for now I'll probably just pick up a catted UEL header to get the Subaru burble and not need a retune.

[green-lantern]

It's been fantastic so far. When it's not snowing it's been my DD, with all seasons on it now I should be much better off. It's slower than the GTI, lol.


That's what has had people scratching their heads, fucking why?!?!?!?!?!?

I'm still jealous, I want to slap a turbo on one so bad. If anything it needs to be able to pass.

[DocWalt]

The BRZ is much nicer to drive, has much smoother power delivery, doesn't sound like it's falling to pieces, and it's really only slow in the 3-4k range. A header or a tune fills in that silly torque dip, and ups the power everywhere else too. It's not horrible, but FI would be a lot of fun, the chassis can easily handle a hundred plus more HP.

[CoopKill]

They look like they could be nurburgring as well.

[CoopKill]

whoa, I lol I should have refreshed the browser! :lmao:

[lawdogg]

Nice dude I had no idea you had an FR-S!

[OldMadBrit]

Here's my 94 VR4 back on the road after fixing a long list of running issues with a Jesters chromed ECU. Fantastic to hear it purr again

[JasonY]

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a48/JasonVR4/photobucket-9575-1394501382117_zps74a5b2a5.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/JasonVR4/media/photobucket-9575-1394501382117_zps74a5b2a5.jpg.html)

MEH to winter

Jason

[CoopKill]

Poor baby can't eve fit in the garage!

[Jimvr4]

Met up with the EuroSunday group for a drive

http://jns.jimnshar.com/5ed00aa0.jpg

[familyMAN]

Lookin good

[Jimvr4]

Lookin good

Thanks! No other 3S there but some pretty cool cars and pretty good photography IMO. Check the summary page at
Santa Cruz Drive 2014 | Dare to Differ Films - Santa Cruz Drive (http://www.raddrives.com/drives/albums/Santa%20Cruz%20Drive%202014/Dare%20to%20Differ%20Films%20-%20Santa%20Cruz%20Drive/index.html)

I actually didn't have time to join the drive portion but it was cool seeing the cars

[CoreyB]

http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o568/coreyb26/Mobile%20Uploads/20140323_104240_zps3d4af1e0.jpg (http://s1148.photobucket.com/user/coreyb26/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140323_104240_zps3d4af1e0.jpg.html)

[boosted3s]

Slapped the prepped r/t bumper on her, but may be getting a 2nd gen bumper from pull a part on Friday. Also pulled the fenders and went a little lower. Going to drop 2 more threads up front and add another spacer in the rear.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/C2F24420-95A8-4E08-9340-458D90F1C488_zpsejwzbsju.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/C2F24420-95A8-4E08-9340-458D90F1C488_zpsejwzbsju.jpg.html)

[IPD]

ah to live where i never have to worry about ground clearance.

[boosted3s]

ah to live where i never have to worry about ground clearance.

Actually I live in New Orleans which has terrible roads. Just have to be aware and know where the problem spots are.

[Shooter83]

Needed some room to breath..

http://www.3sgto.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=6642&d=1397680153
http://www.3sgto.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=6643&d=1397680173

[mb3000]

What the hell are you up to this time? :bigthumb:

[Shooter83]

What the hell are you up to this time? :bigthumb:
Second gen dash conversion in my red VR4. I wanted a passenger side airbag.

[2faststealth4u]

All that for an air bag? What would you do for a Klondike Bar?

[Shooter83]

I kid with you boys! I'm a giant ricer!
https://scontent-b-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/t1.0-9/10250209_703098813087440_8607452421279924007_n.jpg
https://scontent-a-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/1610013_703098563087465_5338935407240328550_n.jpg
https://scontent-a-mia.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/1656036_703098653087456_986678362424856656_n.jpg

[fastfalcon94]

I think he's doing it to make it RHD.

[2faststealth4u]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/17/ejehemyr.jpg

[fastfalcon94]

I had a RHD subaru before that I bought to part out. I drove it around for 2 weeks and it was definitely different. I kept operating the windshield wipers when I wanted to use the turn signals. Then when I would switch and drive a normal LHD car I started messing that up. I did get a lot of attention in it though from people. People in the passenger seat also said it was freaky for them because they see cars coming at them from the other way and have no control over the matter.

https://scontent-a-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash2/t31.0-8/290497_521978129737_1242935206_o.jpg

[The_Kid]

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j240/The_Kid3000/91d8f68ad4e65952104401803fb1f5a9.jpg

[Shooter83]

I had a RHD subaru before that I bought to part out. I drove it around for 2 weeks and it was definitely different. I kept operating the windshield wipers when I wanted to use the turn signals. Then when I would switch and drive a normal LHD car I started messing that up. I did get a lot of attention in it though from people. People in the passenger seat also said it was freaky for them because they see cars coming at them from the other way and have no control over the matter.

https://scontent-a-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash2/t31.0-8/290497_521978129737_1242935206_o.jpg

Was that a conversion or real JDM car?!

[97kitt]

After a year we got it up and running.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/18/e2ysurum.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[IPD]

Dammit, Evan. I wish to god we lived next door to each other. We would have so much fun together.

http://static.fjcdn.com/pictures/No_fa8787_2141122.jpg

[EvanH]

Dammit, Evan. I wish to god we lived next door to each other. We would have so much fun together.

http://static.fjcdn.com/pictures/No_fa8787_2141122.jpg

Thats really awkward......But I know you dont mean me at least.

[Shooter83]

Dammit, Evan. I wish to god we lived next door to each other. We would have so much fun together.

http://static.fjcdn.com/pictures/No_fa8787_2141122.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/3NuHI0i.gif

[Ange]

6649

painted some stuff black. think it came out pretty nice

[lawdogg]

Pulling in / out of the garage .. every time lol

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1qrGRGv4khs/U1Q-NoeQKwI/AAAAAAAAE0k/9VELHtDhvqE/s800/IMG_20140420_124433534.jpg

[IPD]

http://i.imgur.com/3NuHI0i.gif

I was gonna just type "no homo", but this seemed GHEYER & therefore funnier. :p

How is the panda these days?

[EvanH]

Pulling in / out of the garage .. every time lol

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1qrGRGv4khs/U1Q-NoeQKwI/AAAAAAAAE0k/9VELHtDhvqE/s800/IMG_20140420_124433534.jpg

I feel your pain. Thats how mine is with my teins/edfc.

[boosted3s]

Ready for today's meet with the roommates 240z

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/7C421466-2FBE-451E-ADC1-F5DD345B94BD_zps4si1h3ri.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/7C421466-2FBE-451E-ADC1-F5DD345B94BD_zps4si1h3ri.jpg.html)

[NOMIEZVR4]

damn...im sure the ride is not great but it looks killer

[IPD]

Front looks ok, but the rear looks stretched and too slammed.

[boosted3s]

Not gonna lie, the ride is terrible lol but it's just my weekend car. And the front still needs more low :/

[ReddVR4]

Just chillin' at the AutoCon parking lot lol
http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r483/ayoadrian1/image9_zpse430c5e9.jpeg (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/ayoadrian1/media/image9_zpse430c5e9.jpeg.html)

[boosted3s]

The car got tons of love at the meet. Plenty of people were snapping pics. I should have some good shots soon. But for now iphone 5 photos it is.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/01e9abf88d3b794a8225058a81569ddf_zps85d83e21.jpg

[Swisstec]

6669

Here's my VR4 at the car wash on a cold day.

[TT4ME]

Car got more low. (it is the right car in signature.)
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb61/dodgedak98/IMG_20140428_132350_250.jpg

[green-lantern]

Ready for today's meet with the roommates 240z

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/7C421466-2FBE-451E-ADC1-F5DD345B94BD_zps4si1h3ri.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/7C421466-2FBE-451E-ADC1-F5DD345B94BD_zps4si1h3ri.jpg.html)

What's the story on the Datson?

[boosted3s]

Not much of a story. It's his 3rd one, 1st 240z though and he's trying to make the best of it. Getting it looking it decent decent then dropping a VKturbo in it.

[boosted3s]

Down and out

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/D89259C6-CCFB-441B-8F96-A5B7BE7B71E2_zpsn8s3c15c.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/D89259C6-CCFB-441B-8F96-A5B7BE7B71E2_zpsn8s3c15c.jpg.html)

[IPD]

I like the rims, but that looks hellaflush retarded.

[boosted3s]

It's not everyone's cup of tea I get that. I've got a set of fn01r-c's that I'm thinking of slapping some meaty drag radials on for track use.

[IPD]

meaty is a very under-rated look. i really don't get the stretched fad. nothing says "i'm gonna spank your car's ass" like massively oversized tires poking out.

[IPD]

Seriously, I wish I had a good pic of my car with 285's on it from a good angle. Fender-flush is one thing, but 1-2" of meat hanging out both sides really looks intimidating.

[TT4ME]

Seriously, I wish I had a good pic of my car with 285's on it from a good angle. Fender-flush is one thing, but 1-2" of meat hanging out both sides really looks like a Jeep.

ftfy
.

[CoopKill]

Car got more low. (it is the right car in signature.)
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb61/dodgedak98/IMG_20140428_132350_250.jpg

Finally! Nice!

[boosted3s]

Seriously, I wish I had a good pic of my car with 285's on it from a good angle. Fender-flush is one thing, but 1-2" of meat hanging out both sides really looks intimidating.

285s are actually what I was thinking. They are 17x9 +43 I believe so I don't think they will be hanging out.

[CoopKill]

Might be a little fat on the wheel, but should be pretty flush

[wingnut]

Bill has some 285s that fit quite nicely, if i do say so myself :D

[stealthee]

Seriously, I wish I had a good pic of my car with 285's on it from a good angle. Fender-flush is one thing, but 1-2" of meat hanging out both sides really looks really stupid.

Fixed that.

[green-lantern]

Not much of a story. It's his 3rd one, 1st 240z though and he's trying to make the best of it. Getting it looking it decent decent then dropping a VKturbo in it.

Hopefully he keeps that ride height :p

[sergechronos]

I like the look of some meaty sidewalls but wouldn't want a lot of poke. Don't know I'd go much past a 265 with my P45s, but they already have some poke up front as is.

Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

[CoopKill]

Look at the nuts sig, they are 285's though hard to see poke.

[anyonebutme]

I don't have any input to this discussion.

[IPD]

Haters.

FTR, 18x10+24 was based on Dennis' recommendation. So once again, F**k GT-Pro. If GT-C's were still available, I'd be looking to run 19x9.5+35 with the same width tire.

Furthermore, if anyone made fender flares worth a damn, "poke" wouldn't even be an issue.

[mb3000]

https://scontent-b-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1.0-9/10012423_10152034660887773_800381387_n.jpg

[Boomer3000]

Don't know how to feel about those.

[IPD]

^ That I like. :)

I think I'd probably try to find a way to blend them into the body a bit more (paint, etc) but still, that's really what I want...minus the exposed bolts.

First time I saw Supercar's done up like that, I was SOLD.

[wingnut]

silly boys...

285/40/18 conti's
18x9.5 30offset
kicks ass


http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p243/Muddmann27/wingnutt_zpsb61c4dfc.png

[IPD]

yeah, but if you ran 19" with 40 sidewall, you wouldn't even need to lower it--and you still would need coilovers to do it, just the same as 18" 40 sidewall.

[green-lantern]

That red stealth looks amazing

[Jimvr4]

That red stealth looks amazing

Unfortunately its getting a big part out as we speak :(

[sketch]

https://scontent-b-ord.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t1.0-9/10012423_10152034660887773_800381387_n.jpg


^ That I like. :)

I think I'd probably try to find a way to blend them into the body a bit more (paint, etc) but still, that's really what I want...minus the exposed bolts.

First time I saw Supercar's done up like that, I was SOLD.


Agreed. the though of using a set of those to make a custom set of front front wides has crossed my mind - use that to keep them even and then go from there.

[boosted3s]

Finally got around to installing my roof spoiler today.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/A7770513-7669-4AA4-B7E4-0326DC32EFFC_zps8dx8zj0g.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/A7770513-7669-4AA4-B7E4-0326DC32EFFC_zps8dx8zj0g.jpg.html)

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/0DBDE288-8B0A-4BB7-9EA3-78378ABDBD18_zpspxnlzrgk.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/0DBDE288-8B0A-4BB7-9EA3-78378ABDBD18_zpspxnlzrgk.jpg.html)

[green-lantern]

Finally got around to installing my roof spoiler today.



Where did you get that? I'd like to see some closer pics, I think I like it.

[green-lantern]

Unfortunately its getting a big part out as we speak :(

Well that sucks, why? Who's is/was it?

[boosted3s]

Where did you get that? I'd like to see some closer pics, I think I like it.

It's a peice for a malibu that just had to be shortened. I can get a closer pic this weekend after my roof is wrapped lol.

[Jimvr4]

Well that sucks, why? Who's is/was it?

Garage sale ad... (http://norcal3s.com/forum/showthread.php/16522-Garage-sale-ad)

[green-lantern]

Garage sale ad... (http://norcal3s.com/forum/showthread.php/16522-Garage-sale-ad)

too bad

[wingnut]

That red stealth looked amazing, from a distance.

...fixed it for ya :wink:


Unfortunately its getting a big part out as we speak :(

http://s2.quickmeme.com/img/b5/b594d0c9ead3e830ed62394dad842109d6aa20df5e3a553d60 2d1b9896a66530.jpg


Well that sucks, why? Who's is/was it?

yea, shes gone...as if the license plate didnt give you any clues :lol:


too bad

yes and no...she had over 200k and the list of issues was topped out by being rearended last year, and the bearing knocking in Jan :(

[green-lantern]

yes and no...she had over 200k and the list of issues was topped out by being rearended last year, and the bearing knocking in Jan :(

well you got a lot of use out of a 3s lol

Still got the wheels? :D

[wingnut]

well you got a lot of use out of a 3s lol

Still got the wheels? :D

oh yes! drove that lil redhead 125 miles a day to work and back, and she took it like a champ :peelout:

and no, some random guy whos name starts with a "B" and rhymes with "Kill" bought them :onthego:

[green-lantern]

oh yes! drove that lil redhead 125 miles a day to work and back, and she took it like a champ :peelout:

and no, some random guy whos name starts with a "B" and rhymes with "Kill" bought them :onthego:

Maybe I can find him on my way to buy cinder blocks :suspect:

[CoopKill]

Maybe I can find him on my way to buy cinder blocks :suspect:

That sir would be a long trip, and no need for the blocks it is ready for you on stands.

[CoopKill]

Recent

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_cEwpg1zASE/U1xDWxyHrTI/AAAAAAAASss/K8TX_5tFuRY/s1024/20140426_163747.jpg

[wingnut]

Does this count?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0MsqZjqNAg&sns=em

[IPD]

can we form a list of owners who AREN'T bailing?

[CoreyB]

can we form a list of owners who AREN'T bailing?

CoreyB

[mb3000]

coreyb

mb3000

[sketch]

can we form a list of owners who AREN'T bailing?

CoreyB
mb3000
sketch

[CoopKill]

I was going to post, but thought needs its own thread

[wingnut]

I was going to post, but thought needs its own thread

agreed...cause if having 2 more stealths in my garage (and negotiating for a third) along with 3 engines, 2 transmissions, and enough parts to build a fourth is "bailing on the platform" then IPD can go suck on yet another lemon to help his overly cheery disposition :lol:

[IPD]

:p don't take it personally. it was intended as a joke.

[CoreyB]

New sneakers http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o568/coreyb26/20140501_191943_zps9bbc3ea3.jpg (http://s1148.photobucket.com/user/coreyb26/media/20140501_191943_zps9bbc3ea3.jpg.html)

[Boomer3000]

What did you do with the old shoes?

[CoopKill]

New sneakers http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o568/coreyb26/20140501_191943_zps9bbc3ea3.jpg (http://s1148.photobucket.com/user/coreyb26/media/20140501_191943_zps9bbc3ea3.jpg.html)

Wingnut was toward the top of the stealths I would put up with list. Now that he has had premature platformulation, you now have replaced his sorry ass!

[CoreyB]

Boozer I tossed them. Some had weather cracks in them. I still have the Rays gram lights wheels but one is bad. If anyone wants them I will let them go cheap.

[GTOJOE]

agreed...cause if having 2 more stealths in my garage (and negotiating for a third) along with 3 engines, 2 transmissions, and enough parts to build a fourth is "bailing on the platform" then IPD can go suck on yet another lemon to help his overly cheery disposition :lol:

Are the brakes on that stealth you are parting out 1st or 2nd gen?

Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk

[Kittenpunch]

New sneakers http://i1148.photobucket.com/albums/o568/coreyb26/20140501_191943_zps9bbc3ea3.jpg (http://s1148.photobucket.com/user/coreyb26/media/20140501_191943_zps9bbc3ea3.jpg.html)

What wheels are those? Thanks for helping me decide what color I want!

Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk

[CoopKill]

Rota P45R

[DK77]

You're going to want to get 18X9.5 +30mm offset. Hub bore 67.1mm if they still offer it, otherwise you'll want hubcentric rings to adapt from 73mm(most likely) to 67.1. The rings can be had on Ebay fairly cheap.

Oh yeah, also with a 92 TT, you're either going to need to convert to 2G front brakes or get a 10mm spacer for the front. The brake conversion is the better route since it's a little safer and you won't have quite as much poke (even without spacers the front wheels will stick out slightly past the fender).

[Unknownvr4]

What wheels are those? Thanks for helping me decide what color I want!

Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk


http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p21/3000GT_drivr/temporary-35.jpg (http://s124.photobucket.com/user/3000GT_drivr/media/temporary-35.jpg.html)

[Unknownvr4]

I bought this so my progress on my VR4 has slowed..

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p21/3000GT_drivr/temporary_zps4ffae7d4.jpg (http://s124.photobucket.com/user/3000GT_drivr/media/temporary_zps4ffae7d4.jpg.html)

[IPD]

You bought an Acura? A mailbox? A for-sale sign? ??? :awesome:

[Unknownvr4]

You bought an Acura? A mailbox? A for-sale sign? ??? :awesome:

I've had the Acura for a while now. Almost at 100k miles now and still running strong.

The for sale sign and two huge plants are no longer there, and the grass is now cut.

[IPD]

I thought the palms/ferns were nice. How big is it? Looks maybe 1200' square?

[boosted3s]

http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p21/3000GT_drivr/temporary-35.jpg (http://s124.photobucket.com/user/3000GT_drivr/media/temporary-35.jpg.html)

I always forget how gorgeous your car is because I never see it! Let me know when you are ready to turn some wrenches. We need new sig pics since yours is outdated.

[JasonY]

At the boat ramp at ECG this weekend.
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a48/JasonVR4/10247813_10204072096346128_965547875240737582_n_zp sd9c063fc.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/JasonVR4/media/10247813_10204072096346128_965547875240737582_n_zp sd9c063fc.jpg.html)
Greg with my old 99 which hes done a great job with, while i amassed parts it aged more in the year it was parked than it had in the previous 6 or 7 i owned it for. And my FD which has ruined me forever..lol Its such a brilliant car.
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a48/JasonVR4/10322662_779830945369270_2652363854776407765_n_zps d88f2afe.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/JasonVR4/media/10322662_779830945369270_2652363854776407765_n_zps d88f2afe.jpg.html)

Jason

[Unknownvr4]

I thought the palms/ferns were nice. How big is it? Looks maybe 1200' square?










My girlfriend has since made it into a nice flower bed with color. The ferns were hiding knock out roses and that didn't go over well with her.

Its 1479' square living area. Wish I could have afforded a bigger yard to build a shop but property is expensive. I can't complain though; been living in it a month now and I love it.

[Boomer3000]

Boozer I tossed them. Some had weather cracks in them. I still have the Rays gram lights wheels but one is bad. If anyone wants them I will let them go cheap.

Send me a pm with pics and a price if ya would.

[Ange]

Finally got around to installing my roof spoiler today.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/A7770513-7669-4AA4-B7E4-0326DC32EFFC_zps8dx8zj0g.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/A7770513-7669-4AA4-B7E4-0326DC32EFFC_zps8dx8zj0g.jpg.html)

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/0DBDE288-8B0A-4BB7-9EA3-78378ABDBD18_zpspxnlzrgk.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/0DBDE288-8B0A-4BB7-9EA3-78378ABDBD18_zpspxnlzrgk.jpg.html)

cool! saw a simular roof spoiler on youtube


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7rv3SwQUd8

is it the same? his looks abit bigger

[IPD]

wow. that bronze makes those stock wheels look 100% better.

[2faststealth4u]

Here is a pic of my monster :p
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/ujyjury4.jpg
450rwhp :p no boost or N02

[boosted3s]

cool! saw a simular roof spoiler on youtube


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7rv3SwQUd8

is it the same? his looks abit bigger

Not the same.

[Kittenpunch]

Camera phone pic of her at the last Cars and Coffee in ATX.

5451

I need a decent camera :(

What wheels/offset are these? And how low are you riding?

[stealthee]

Here is a pic of my monster :p
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/ujyjury4.jpg
450rwhp :p no boost or N02

There were a couple of G8's at the Flashlight Drags yesterday. Your comment after the pic reminded me of a sticker I saw on a 2nd gen F-body. It said, "No boost, No bottle, Just balls and full throttle" or something like that.

[ReddVR4]

Bouta grub :P
http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r483/ayoadrian1/0315FEB8-3B97-4601-A778-A1FC28B0D2DB_zpsxelfvxky.jpg (http://s1168.photobucket.com/user/ayoadrian1/media/0315FEB8-3B97-4601-A778-A1FC28B0D2DB_zpsxelfvxky.jpg.html)

[boosted3s]

For those who didn't see this sick shot in my build thread.

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s45/michael041505/50C04DC7-8AF3-49C6-B6A2-0E2D25E03206_zps84ullkno.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/michael041505/media/50C04DC7-8AF3-49C6-B6A2-0E2D25E03206_zps84ullkno.jpg.html)

[Boomer3000]

Here is a pic of my monster :p
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/05/ujyjury4.jpg
450rwhp :p no boost or N02

I just wish they weren't so damn heavy!! But still love it!

[2faststealth4u]

3900lbs isn't much :p ^_~ and thanks

[2faststealth4u]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/07/ubyqa9a2.jpg
I gots one :) she will be here sat