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Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-08, 08:59 AM
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Posted By rory_a
Don't the BCs have clunking issues with long term...

Don't the BCs have clunking issues with long term use? And my main intention here is to soften my ride a bit, the RCEs offer a considerably smoother ride than the stock springs, but I'm still...
Forum: User Classifieds 2011-06-07, 01:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,287
Posted By rory_a
Just get some diamond plate, krylon metallic...

Just get some diamond plate, krylon metallic blue, and a rivet gun ;)
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-07, 01:17 PM
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Posted By rory_a
I'm about to pull the trigger on some KW V1s from...

I'm about to pull the trigger on some KW V1s from Circuit, $1449 for them or $1025 for the ST version. Guess I'll have to do a little homework on Stances. Was only seeing the KWs as choice for dd use...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-07, 06:16 AM
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Posted By rory_a
I didn't even see the V1s on Tire Rack when I...

I didn't even see the V1s on Tire Rack when I looked - but found them at Circuit Motorsports for ~1400 shipped. Gonna keep looking and see what's best.
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-04, 06:53 PM
Replies: 42
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Posted By rory_a
Lmao yep. I am not an editor, that's for sure. ...

Lmao yep. I am not an editor, that's for sure.


Finding a deal on KWs is turning into a bit of an adventure.
Forum: Off Topic Chat 2011-06-04, 06:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,172
Posted By rory_a
Thanks for that awesome run down Austin. I had...

Thanks for that awesome run down Austin. I had thought many times over about building a spec miata, then decided I wanted a street car for flexibility in a build.

However, at this point I've...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-04, 06:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,903
Posted By rory_a
Lol. Nice catch. And to think, I have a degree in...

Lol. Nice catch. And to think, I have a degree in journalism...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-04, 07:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,903
Posted By rory_a
Awesome, thanks guys. The deal on used KW V1s...

Awesome, thanks guys. The deal on used KW V1s sold, but it wasn't that good of a deal. I'll probably pick up a set new if I can't find another used set.

And I know kevin, damping not dampening,...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-03, 09:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,903
Posted By rory_a
(and I was more saying I'd love to pick up some...

(and I was more saying I'd love to pick up some V3s, but they're out of my pricerange, and honestly more than I need. So are the Cuscos though. ;) )
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-03, 09:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,903
Posted By rory_a
I haven't found V2s for our cars, just the V1s...

I haven't found V2s for our cars, just the V1s and 3s. It'd be nice to have adjustable dampening. At the same time, I don't really think I need to worry too much about it if a high quality coilovers...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-03, 09:24 AM
Replies: 42
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Posted By rory_a
That's basically exactly what I've read. Haven't...

That's basically exactly what I've read. Haven't found a good deal on KWs though, and definitely not gonna be able to step up to V3s. Me != baller :(
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-03, 08:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,903
Posted By rory_a
And on the lat link question, I picked up a set...

And on the lat link question, I picked up a set of Raymen's awesome Kaminari links. Frickin quality!
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-03, 08:49 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,903
Posted By rory_a
Gonna bring his thread back instead of starting a...

Gonna bring his thread back instead of starting a new one with a similar question.


I found a good deal on a lightly used set of Cusco Zero 2E coilovers with E-Con. Look new, and they're a good...
Forum: Reviews 2011-06-03, 08:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 31,680
Posted By rory_a
Thanks for making the STi a squirrel eater!...

Thanks for making the STi a squirrel eater! Sounds like a raging animal, runs great, and hits hard! Haven't really even gotten to run it out yet, but it's there.

Sounds like the wastegate or...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-02, 07:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
Scott, I was referring to gold wheels in general....

Scott, I was referring to gold wheels in general. I've seen the SP1s in gold and not really impressed. On that note though, my parents had a set of gold 16x7 and 16x8 BBS RS on our BMW 533i with M...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-02, 03:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
Hell no. Honestly though, no interest in running...

Hell no. Honestly though, no interest in running gold. Thought about bronze, but going for either subtle or in your face. Thinking any of my options would look good with the polished lips and...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-02, 01:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
So, thoughts on color? I'm thinking a...

So, thoughts on color?

I'm thinking a matte/textured cast iron/charcoal, pearl super bright silver with some blue n purple in it, candy teal, a slightly brighter version of Work's Mag Blue...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-02, 01:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
Metal masters said $120-150 each if I separate...

Metal masters said $120-150 each if I separate and drop offend centers :0

Sierra wheel repair, $85-125 to separate, paint, clear, etc. :)


Might end up going that route, maybe check on getting...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-06-02, 01:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
I spoke with SSR today to get some details. Since...

I spoke with SSR today to get some details. Since my wheels are welded I won't be messing with he rite sealing surface. The barrels and lips are spun forged but the centers have always been cast, so...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-05-31, 09:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
I believe the centers are cast, with forged...

I believe the centers are cast, with forged barrels and lips. But, why no pc forged wheels? I'm guessing something to do with heat cycling, but I wouldn't think the heat from baking the powder would...
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-05-31, 06:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
Yep.... mint set of SSR SP1s - they looked like...

Yep.... mint set of SSR SP1s - they looked like crap in his pics, but they look nearly new. But, we're gonna keep the RPFs for auto-x/track cause the 18s are pretty hefty, but not wanting to rock...
Forum: Off Topic Chat 2011-05-30, 10:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 22,148
Posted By rory_a
Happy birthday Dean! (sorry I'm a slacker...

Happy birthday Dean!


(sorry I'm a slacker and didn't log on on the 'puter to see this was going on yesterday :()
Forum: Technical Chat 2011-05-30, 10:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,159
Posted By rory_a
3-Piece Wheel Restore/Separate Shops/DIY

Anyone have any info on restoring/ separating 3-piece wheels? The bolts have a multi-point star head that's not hex, nor tork. Need the tool for these, and any insight in what to look for when I...
Forum: Motorsports Chat 2011-05-28, 08:44 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 206,967
Posted By rory_a
Thanks Cody. And ugh, my times only got...

Thanks Cody.


And ugh, my times only got bumped lower :( It is what it is. More work to come soon - thinking power steering might help me in the coming events. off to find a pump now....
Forum: Motorsports Chat 2011-05-28, 07:42 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 206,967
Posted By rory_a
Second by .12 :( Second to a 240sx with an LS2,...

Second by .12 :( Second to a 240sx with an LS2, I'll take that.


Something came up and I think I'm gonna miss tomorrow. I paid for the full weekend though. Anyone know if there's any chance of...
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