KSpeed Automotive contact info and Q&A

[KSpeed Auto]

Have a question for KSpeed? Are you looking for a part, in need of routine service, need advice on mods or just want to shoot the breeze with us? If so, awesome! Here's how to get hold of us:

We're located at 1009 Greg St in Sparks, NV. map
Shop hours are from M-F 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, though arrangements outside of those hours and days are available by appointment. Or if you need to drop your car off early let us know.

Phone:775-284-1011
email: kspeedauto@gmail.com
via IM: kspeedauto on AIM, kspeedauto@yahoo.com on YIM and kspeedauto@hotmail.com on MSN messenger
PM to us on this account work best.

Feel free to use this thread for any questions you have for us. We'll generally respond quickly during shop hours.

[100_Percent_Juice]

What is the biggest size wheel and tire you can mount balance? I ask because I have a lot of friends with lifted trucks.

[KSpeed Auto]

We can do wheels up to 22", *possibly* 24", but I'm not 100% sure on the 24 until I get a chance to throw one up there and check it. Width is pretty unlimited, and tire diameter shouldn't be a problem up to about 40" or so!

[03wrxwagon]

What is the biggest size wheel and tire you can mount balance? I ask because I have a lot of friends with lifted trucks. tell them to do the old trick get on the rim and put some gas and lite it and wala you have a mounted tire

[sperry]

Bump for a crosspost! (shhh, don't tell the mods!)

Matt, any chance you can get TireRack to deliver to your shop for those of us that want to have you mount/balance tires but don't have time to drive out to Patrick?

Or, how much more would you charge if I ordered the tires through you and have Kevin run out there to pick them up? :lol:

[100_Percent_Juice]

Scott that's pretty messed up. You know tire rack will shoot kevin on sight.

[MattR]

I had my Tire rack shipment shipped straight there..I set it up with Kevin...I don't think they have any issues with that.

[sperry]

I had my Tire rack shipment shipped straight there..I set it up with Kevin...I don't think they have any issues with that.
Yeah, it just didn't help me today when I need tires ASAP. I ended up making the run over to TireRack myself, and had Cory mount 'em up on short notice.

235/55/17 is a big goddamn tire! Even on a lifted Outback.

Thanks Cory!

[MPREZIV]

I please to aim! ;)

[bigrobwoot]

tell them to do the old trick get on the rim and put some gas and lite it and "wala" you have a mounted tire

C'est "voilà", pas "wala". C'est français.

I made up for it being 4 months later by doing it in French.

[Kevin M]

I made up for it being 4 months later by doing it in French.

That's what she said.

[Jeikun]

What kind of gains could I expect to see if I got my 2.5i tuned by you guys?

[Kevin M]

With no other mods, maybe 10-15 hp peak and a few extra ft.-lbs. over most of the powerband. Spend a lot of time reading williaty's posts on Nasioc in the NA tuning forum. And ignore basically everyone else except Matt Monson. :lol: Cliff notes version is that you shouldn't do anything but tuning, a TWE header and cams, unless you also do pistons. Also plan to use 91 octane gas if you want to get tuned.

[KSpeed Auto]

KSpeed is on Yelp! now. We would appreciate it if those of you who've patronized us would post up a review. :)

http://www.yelp.com/biz/kspeed-automotive-sparks

[KSpeed Auto]

Thanks for the review Juice! Every little bit helps... if there's any truth to the adage that there's no such thing as bad publicity. :p

[100_Percent_Juice]

At least I'm a team player.

[JC]

How much would it cost to drop a used OEM engine into a 2005 Legacy 2.5i?

[KSpeed Auto]

How much would it cost to drop a used OEM engine into a 2005 Legacy 2.5i?

7 hours = $525. This assumes the ingoing engine is ready to drop in without any major transfer of parts. It may take a little less time than that, and if so you would be charged actual time.

Matt

[100_Percent_Juice]

Why does that sound so stinking cheap!

[Kevin M]

Last time I was there, Airport Auto still had an engine from a 2005 RS. Should be the same as the Legacy. It's DBW without AVLS.

[KSpeed Auto]

Why does that sound so stinking cheap!
Because we are fast, efficient, and our shop rate is relatively low. For example: Cory can pull a SOHC engine, replace the head gaskets, timing kit, and water pump, and then reinstall it all in about 9 hours usually... by himself.

[JC]

7 hours = $525. This assumes the ingoing engine is ready to drop in without any major transfer of parts. It may take a little less time than that, and if so you would be charged actual time.

Matt

I think my parents are going to use their regular mechanic since the car is already there. If they change their mind I will drop you guys a line. That is super cheap FYI.

[WRXlerate]

Do you guys have Cobb street tuner software to tune APs? Have you set anything up with CPR to do any dyno tunes since they have an awd dyno? Do you know approximately how much would I be looking at for a dyno tune, engine is an 07 sti with stage 2 plus header, uppipe, tmic upgrade and perrin turbo inlet?
thanks

[A1337STI]

Dumb question, your shop has a press and can change suspension bushings, wheel bearings, and other "press" fun things right ?

[KSpeed Auto]

Dumb question, your shop has a press and can change suspension bushings, wheel bearings, and other "press" fun things right ?

Yes, we have a 20ton press and regularly press stuff in/out.

[KSpeed Auto]

Do you guys have Cobb street tuner software to tune APs? Have you set anything up with CPR to do any dyno tunes since they have an awd dyno? Do you know approximately how much would I be looking at for a dyno tune, engine is an 07 sti with stage 2 plus header, uppipe, tmic upgrade and perrin turbo inlet?
thanks

We tune cars with AccessPorts (V2 only), Open Source, AEM standalones, and AEM FIC's. Your tune would be $225 + dyno time. Most or all of the tuning can be done off-dyno, so the dyno time could be minimized. I have used dynos at Sierra Sierra in Minden and Driving Ambition in Sac, but not CPR yet. Working on setting something up with them, but I don't have a price yet.

Matt

[cody]

YG Email, KSpeed.

[Frank]

Could you quote me on how much fender rolling would be for a 350Z and WRX? I have seen some botched roll jobs before, so I want to make sure it's done correctly :)

[KSpeed Auto]

Could you quote me on how much fender rolling would be for a 350Z and WRX? I have seen some botched roll jobs before, so I want to make sure it's done correctly :)

$75 for the front, $75 for the rear.

Thanks.

Matt

[100_Percent_Juice]

Cory rolled my fenders probably over a year ago and there has not been a single piece of paint crack or come off.

[A1337STI]

Quick Question, Could your shop Drill a 114.3X5 Bolt pattern into a Rotor that already has a 100X5 bolt pattern?

I'm trying to figure out a Rally braking solution for my STI (06/07 calipers work fine) seems some people get JDM rotors i'm hoping to find a cheaper solution. :D

[KSpeed Auto]

Quick Question, Could your shop Drill a 114.3X5 Bolt pattern into a Rotor that already has a 100X5 bolt pattern?

I'm trying to figure out a Rally braking solution for my STI (06/07 calipers work fine) seems some people get JDM rotors i'm hoping to find a cheaper solution. :D

No, that would have to be done at a machine shop. I don't think it should be done by hand, or even with a drill press.

[sperry]

No, that would have to be done at a machine shop. I don't think it should be done by hand, or even with a drill press.
I had some rotors converted by C&C on their mill. They were able to get the front stoptechs right, but the rear 2-pot rotors wouldn't fit, the tolerances for the rear brake drum is too low for someone to be able to drill a perfect ring of holes, even on a nice mill.

The rotors you want are the group n gravel spec rotors. FHI makes them, and you can buy them direct from Rallispec and maybe even the dealership (with the correct p/n). No need to try to import them from Japan.

Looks like $161 for a pair of front rotors, and $161 for a pair of rear rotors. Not exactly cheap, but neither are the brembo rotors for that matter.

http://rallispec.com/prod_chart_brakekit.htm

[A1337STI]

Well a Stock STI is $400 for a set of rotors And for an RS you have to spend $252. By comparison $322 is totally acceptable.

I still really miss the $32 front rotor set Costs when Betsy was in L rim. wow my rotor costs have gone up by 10 since i started rallying... :| But I'm not planning on going past this. Sweet thanks...

[Frank]

$75 for the front, $75 for the rear.

Thanks.

Matt

Thanks, I'll be coming by this spring to see you :)

Cory rolled my fenders probably over a year ago and there has not been a single piece of paint crack or come off.

Thats good to hear :cool: