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Topic: So it starts. 1968 1600. |
Colin
Replies: 27
Views: 921
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Forum: Project Blogs Posted: 7-24-08 07:34 Subject: Re: So it starts. 1968 1600. |
| I was trying different things today not sure if it is because i have a mig with flux core no gas. It was turned up to 8 out of 10 so not sure if i should turn it up all the way. Well practice makes pe ... |
Topic: So it starts. 1968 1600. |
Colin
Replies: 27
Views: 921
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Forum: Project Blogs Posted: 7-24-08 06:40 Subject: Re: So it starts. 1968 1600. |
| Try turning up the wire speed on your welder and you should be able to get smoother welds. If its spitting like that its because of that, or, you're not grounded well. |
Topic: Lets have some pics guys |
Colin
Replies: 49
Views: 1482
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-23-08 11:39 Subject: Re: Lets have some pics guys (nt) (nt) |
| My suspension is Eibach springs all the way around. I cut off an 1.5" off the front and an 1" off the rear with sport struts. My wheels are 15" Rotas with Toyo T1R's. I had to roll my fender lips slig ... |
Topic: Valve Adjustment help in NY |
Colin
Replies: 8
Views: 235
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-23-08 02:23 Subject: Re: Valve Adjustment help in NY |
.... "A HAPPY VALVE IS A TICKING VALVE" .
Really
no ticking means zero clearence - BAD
to much tapping means too much clearence,
worn rocker shafts , worn rocker arms,
or other valve gear wea ... |
Topic: Valve Adjustment help in NY |
Colin
Replies: 8
Views: 235
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-23-08 01:52 Subject: Re: Valve Adjustment help in NY |
| Just completed my second attempt at adjusting the valves. Used the write up on the board as a reference. Seems like I'm getting more noise from the valve train then before the adjustment. Can't imagi ... |
Topic: Ireland Engineering Stainless Steel Exhaust Sound? |
Colin
Replies: 7
Views: 274
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-23-08 01:50 Subject: Re: Ireland Engineering Stainless Steel Exhaust Sound? |
| Thanks for all the feedback. It sounds like its probably the best choice for me. I just wanted to make sure that it wasn't too loud or that it droned like the Ansa. |
Topic: REAL: Build me a deck & 1 of the world's best '02s is YO |
Colin
Replies: 16
Views: 793
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 06:01 Subject: Re: Interesting transaction |
COOP my man . just enjoy driving your 02 , and stop thinking about the Deck ..
i dont think its worthin tradin it in your car , that you customized your way , spent a lot of time - effort and labor ... |
Topic: Ireland Engineering Stainless Steel Exhaust Sound? |
Colin
Replies: 7
Views: 274
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-22-08 12:59 Subject: Re: Ireland Engineering Stainless Steel Exhaust Sound? |
| not smart enough to do that. have them on my '73 and'74 tii. well made,easy to install although hangers take some finessing. the sound is significantly throatier than stock,but not offensive. like it ... |
Topic: It could be a BMW |
Colin
Replies: 10
Views: 367
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 11:12 Subject: Re: It could be a BMW |
man, those things are a blast.
Reminds me of this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwYXabC_8wM
Great video! Thanks for that. |
Topic: REAL: Build me a deck & 1 of the world's best '02s is YO |
Colin
Replies: 16
Views: 793
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 10:22 Subject: Re: REAL: Build me a deck & 1 of the world's best '02s is YOURS |
| Godamn that is a hell of a deck man. Too bad it looks too cold to enjoy it there! |
Topic: Ireland Engineering Stainless Steel Exhaust Sound? |
Colin
Replies: 7
Views: 274
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-21-08 04:51 Subject: Ireland Engineering Stainless Steel Exhaust Sound? |
Hi,
I am wondering if someone with IE's stainless steel exhaust would be gracious enough to post a clip of what it sounds like. I'm sure I am not the only one who is wondering! |
Topic: So, decided to get out of Cars to a degree |
Colin
Replies: 7
Views: 205
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-21-08 11:53 Subject: Re: So, decided to get out of Cars to a degree |
Nice. I am looking to get into kart racing in about a year. Any tips? How much did the kart set you back?
I found the two of them on craigslist, but as I got further into depth www.ekartnews.com ... |
Topic: So, decided to get out of Cars to a degree |
Colin
Replies: 7
Views: 205
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Forum: Off-Topic Posted: 7-20-08 10:07 Subject: Re: So, decided to get out of Cars to a degree |
| Nice. I am looking to get into kart racing in about a year. Any tips? How much did the kart set you back? |
Topic: Rollbars - Who has one? |
Colin
Replies: 5
Views: 242
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-20-08 10:03 Subject: Re: AutoPower |
Hi Pierre,
Where did you get your roll bar, and do you have any interior pics?
Thanks. |
Topic: The road to Phoenix (Updated 5.29.08 - Engine *back* in!) |
Colin
Replies: 170
Views: 40105
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Forum: Project Blogs Posted: 7-16-08 04:23 Subject: Re: Brakes... why did it have to be brakes... |
| Hang in there man, you're almost done! |
Topic: Speedometer Markings |
Colin
Replies: 8
Views: 278
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-16-08 09:22 Subject: Re: Speedometer Markings |
3.45:1 diff -- W=1.24 speedo
3.64:1 diff -- W=1.297 speedo (W=1.30 is close enough)
3.90:1 diff -- W=1.39 speedo ('76 49-State 2002)
3.91:1 diff -- W=1.393 speedo (E21 320is LSD)
4.10:1 diff -- W= ... |
Topic: GB: 5 speed bracket and VW rear disc - closing 5/28/08 |
Colin
Replies: 51
Views: 1699
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-15-08 08:52 Subject: Re: GB: 5 speed bracket and VW rear disc - closing 5/28/08 |
| Can you post details and maybe pictures of your setup? My brackets are on the way and I'd love to see a completed setup. |
Topic: should i be worried? |
Colin
Replies: 8
Views: 509
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-14-08 08:47 Subject: Re: should i be worried? |
| Maybe try C.D.'s trick of filling it with diesel fuel for a bit and let that evaporate off. He claims it cleans all the crud out quite nicely. |
Topic: Nor Cal '02 only track day, any intrest? |
Colin
Replies: 23
Views: 454
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-14-08 08:39 Subject: Re: Here's a possible Jan '09 date 2 T-Hill |
| The Thunderhill thing sounds quite good to me. What are we estimating price-wise? |
Topic: Recommendations for Metal Prep/Preservation |
Colin
Replies: 8
Views: 231
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-14-08 10:55 Subject: Re: Recommendations for Metal Prep/Preservation |
| You need to get rid of all the rust and then hit it with epoxy primer. |
Topic: TRUTH about DOOR BRAKES |
Colin
Replies: 34
Views: 2026
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-12-08 11:37 Subject: Re: They ARE too long, though- |
I just installed these door brakes. I got them new for $15 each from Autohauz or something like that.
To test them, I put one in and spaced it out with about 5 washers to try and shorten the throw ... |
Topic: Now avail and taking orders...370 mm " prototipo" |
Colin
Replies: 20
Views: 754
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-11-08 12:58 Subject: Re: Now avail and taking orders...370 mm " prototipo" |
Am I missing something the Momo is still for sale and cheaper.
http://www.ltbmotorsports.com/moprblstwh.html
That one is only 350mm and the spokes are not flat. |
Topic: Now avail and taking orders...370 mm " prototipo" |
Colin
Replies: 20
Views: 754
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Forum: Parts For Sale Posted: 7-10-08 09:43 Subject: Re: Now avail and taking orders...370 mm " prototipo" |
| For those who have driven an 02 with a 350mm wheel and a 370mm wheel, is there a big difference in feel? I love the way 350mm wheels feel at speed, but I'm afraid my girlfriend will have trouble with ... |
Topic: trunk shot request |
Colin
Replies: 10
Views: 330
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-8-08 08:57 Subject: Re: trunk shot request |
not my car but i love it....
http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll25/69_2002/2002trunkliner.jpg
How in the hell....??? |
Topic: What size fuel line? |
Colin
Replies: 15
Views: 172
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-3-08 05:12 Subject: Re: What size fuel line? |
I am converting to fuel injection and turbo'ing the 02 and will be replacing the fuel lines (both return and feed) but dont know what size for either.
Thanks in advance
Wow, what sort of turbo ... |
Topic: What size fuel line? |
Colin
Replies: 15
Views: 172
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-3-08 04:56 Subject: Re: What size fuel line? |
I am converting to fuel injection and turbo'ing the 02 and will be replacing the fuel lines (both return and feed) but dont know what size for either.
Thanks in advance
Wow, what sort of turbo ... |
Topic: Closer and closer. |
Colin
Replies: 11
Views: 381
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-3-08 04:54 Subject: Re: Closer and closer. |
| Let's see some shots of the engine... |
Topic: Totalled 2002 in upcoming movie |
Colin
Replies: 6
Views: 413
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-3-08 02:13 Subject: Re: Totalled 2002 in upcoming movie |
Just got back from seeing the movie with my wife, it will not buff out.
My wife even leaned over and said " it's OK" when that scene happened.
Ha! Did you tell her that, "No, its not ok?" I ... |
Topic: What size fuel line? |
Colin
Replies: 15
Views: 172
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 7-3-08 02:10 Subject: Re: What size fuel line? |
I am converting to fuel injection and turbo'ing the 02 and will be replacing the fuel lines (both return and feed) but dont know what size for either.
Thanks in advance
Wow, what sort of turbo ... |
Topic: Paint question (dumb?) |
Colin
Replies: 11
Views: 424
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Forum: General Discussion Posted: 6-30-08 10:20 Subject: Re: in addition to what Dubois in Hollister stated ,that pa |
| A fantastic book on car painting is "How To Paint Your Car" from Motorbooks. ISBN 0-7603-1583-3. It can be had at Borders for $19.95. I've seen it at several. |
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