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07-30-06, 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by GTUser
I've read the article, how'd they do on the install process and overall evaluation on the results? Stuff like upgrading the fuel system for the new engine, using the camaro LS1 instead of the Corvette because of some of the add on parts and then reflashing the ECU with the Corvette programming, etc? Also how about the final evaluation on track. I guess the main thing you're getting with the GM engine is reliability over a heavily moded 13B.
Looks like to me the slightly moded FD3S is faster in the curves but the FDLS1 has the torque and speed advantage to come out of the turns quicker. You bringing up to VIR in December? It ought to be interesting
Looks like to me the slightly moded FD3S is faster in the curves but the FDLS1 has the torque and speed advantage to come out of the turns quicker. You bringing up to VIR in December? It ought to be interesting
This can be the only reason since an RX7 with a full Touring interior, sunroof, complete Bose sound system including the "Sound Wave," and a 1/4 tank of gas weighs about 2,831lbs. which is a little less than a stock twin turbo 13b-powered RX7. The weight distribution 1423Front/1408Rear. not quit 50/50, if you want to be an extremist you could through 15lbs of weight in the back, or keep your tank fuller.
I will be trying to make a track event as soon as possible. at the least the holiday laps.
07-30-06, 09:23 PM
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Originally Posted by technonovice
I suspect the chassis was so poorly set up that whatever motor would have given longer lap times.
07-30-06, 11:23 PM
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As ugly and battle scarred as my FD is, the handling is spot "f"ing on.
FWIW I passed an LS powered vehicle ...aka...C5 Vette that was wearing Hoosier racing rubber Sunday at Rockingham, and I was on Toyo STREET tires. The most important part of a car is the driver, but its moments like that when the FD makes me proud... 14 years old and still kicking a$$.
FWIW I passed an LS powered vehicle ...aka...C5 Vette that was wearing Hoosier racing rubber Sunday at Rockingham, and I was on Toyo STREET tires. The most important part of a car is the driver, but its moments like that when the FD makes me proud... 14 years old and still kicking a$$.
07-31-06, 06:42 AM
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what suspension are you running? also is there someone good locally that can help me make sure my coilovers are preloaded correctly, once I am done with my swap? I wanna play with the suspension tuning some, to make sure I am getting everything I can out of the car. I don't know how much can be done, I have Tein Flex Coilovers, and that's it. Plan on adding sway bars in the next few months.
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07-31-06, 08:55 AM
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I have the Ground Control coilovers with 600 lbs front springs and 500 lbs rear springs. Brad at Digital Chassis in Durham did my alignment and corner balance. It was expensive around $300, but I've seen a lot of folks spend thousands on parts, go cheap on the expertise and then have essentially wasted their money on the parts because of poor set up. Brad's cool I asked him if I could hang around and watch a bit until I could get a ride, I found it interesting. He's got a terror of of an SC VW Corrado. He said its got 3-4 psi of boost AT IDLE!
07-31-06, 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by technonovice
I have the Ground Control coilovers with 600 lbs front springs and 500 lbs rear springs. Brad at Digital Chassis in Durham did my alignment and corner balance. It was expensive around $300, but I've seen a lot of folks spend thousands on parts, go cheap on the expertise and then have essentially wasted their money on the parts because of poor set up. Brad's cool I asked him if I could hang around and watch a bit until I could get a ride, I found it interesting. He's got a terror of of an SC VW Corrado. He said its got 3-4 psi of boost AT IDLE!
That place gets busy through since it is a 1 man operation and he does a lot of tuning work for porsche clubs. Brad is a bit pricy but money well worth spend.
Digital Chassis
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07-31-06, 01:09 PM
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Sounds good for our next double date. What'dya think?
Sounds good for our next double date. What'dya think?
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Frankie's website:
http://frankiesfunpark.com/raleigh/
http://frankiesfunpark.com/raleigh/
07-31-06, 01:16 PM
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Originally Posted by AntiVenom7
Plan on adding sway bars in the next few months.
Damn good idea. Like I've said before, I'm not sure what component made the most difference on mine, but I believe the sway bars have helped tremendously. I might have to take mine to that place techno and riceman were talking about, I'd rather have an expert do it, someone that knows what they're doing. Other than the fact that I'm lazy sometimes, lol.
Oh, and I finally got my brake rotors Saturday, so my brake job will be next. I'm waiting til after VIR to do it though, I'm not taking the chance on downing my car for that. I've waited a couple months for them, a couple more weeks won't hurt.
07-31-06, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by GTUser
Check this out. I had to post it on the RRDI site since I didn't think this site would appreciate advertising another car magazine. Click on the link and then scroll down after you sign in:
http://rrdi.krackedreality.ws/index....d=1013&catid=9
http://rrdi.krackedreality.ws/index....d=1013&catid=9
I just called Josh this morning when I saw the new mag on the stands at work today. It's a good read. The Rotary FD still won over the LS1 FD and the effing Camaro.
However, they were really stupid in their comparisons for 1/4 mile times, track handling, etc, cuz they didn't do a FAIR comparison. They all had different tires, braking systems, etc... so it wasn't really a valid competition. It seemed to me to be just a way for the drivers to advertise for the companies sponsoring them. Ghey.Still makes me want an LS1 FD, though, so I can make an FD my daily driver and not worry about her dying on the way to work.
07-31-06, 06:07 PM
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Originally Posted by speedjunkie
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Sounds good for our next double date. What'dya think?
Sounds good for our next double date. What'dya think?
07-31-06, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by speedjunkie
Paging SSgt Cadenas>>>
Sounds good for our next double date. What'dya think?
Sounds good for our next double date. What'dya think?
07-31-06, 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by speedjunkie
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Damn good idea. Like I've said before, I'm not sure what component made the most difference on mine, but I believe the sway bars have helped tremendously. I might have to take mine to that place techno and riceman were talking about, I'd rather have an expert do it, someone that knows what they're doing. Other than the fact that I'm lazy sometimes, lol.
Oh, and I finally got my brake rotors Saturday, so my brake job will be next. I'm waiting til after VIR to do it though, I'm not taking the chance on downing my car for that. I've waited a couple months for them, a couple more weeks won't hurt.
Damn good idea. Like I've said before, I'm not sure what component made the most difference on mine, but I believe the sway bars have helped tremendously. I might have to take mine to that place techno and riceman were talking about, I'd rather have an expert do it, someone that knows what they're doing. Other than the fact that I'm lazy sometimes, lol.
Oh, and I finally got my brake rotors Saturday, so my brake job will be next. I'm waiting til after VIR to do it though, I'm not taking the chance on downing my car for that. I've waited a couple months for them, a couple more weeks won't hurt.
07-31-06, 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by riceman1998
I can verify digital chassis in Durham does GREAT JOB for me on corner balance and tire alignment. The car was night and day difference after Brad set up.
That place gets busy through since it is a 1 man operation and he does a lot of tuning work for porsche clubs. Brad is a bit pricy but money well worth spend.
Digital Chassis
Address: 2305 Orangewood Dr, Durham, NC 27705
Phone: (919) 384-7070
That place gets busy through since it is a 1 man operation and he does a lot of tuning work for porsche clubs. Brad is a bit pricy but money well worth spend.
Digital Chassis
Address: 2305 Orangewood Dr, Durham, NC 27705
Phone: (919) 384-7070
07-31-06, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by perkystina
I just called Josh this morning when I saw the new mag on the stands at work today. It's a good read. The Rotary FD still won over the LS1 FD and the effing Camaro.
However, they were really stupid in their comparisons for 1/4 mile times, track handling, etc, cuz they didn't do a FAIR comparison. They all had different tires, braking systems, etc... so it wasn't really a valid competition. It seemed to me to be just a way for the drivers to advertise for the companies sponsoring them. Ghey.Still makes me want an LS1 FD, though, so I can make an FD my daily driver and not worry about her dying on the way to work.
okay i will quit post whoring now.
07-31-06, 09:27 PM
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A note on upgrading to stiffer sway bars on an FD. The stock mounts are $hit. The are thin sheet metal and crack over time. I've replaced one side and now the other side look slike it will need to be replaced soon. I should have bought custom mounts from Widefoot.
07-31-06, 09:27 PM
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Sorry man, can't make it...I have to be at work early on Saturday morning. I guess we'll see you at the RBQ. Hey, see if you can pick up my tickets. Thanks.
07-31-06, 09:29 PM
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Originally Posted by technonovice
A note on upgrading to stiffer sway bars on an FD. The stock mounts are $hit. The are thin sheet metal and crack over time. I've replaced one side and now the other side look slike it will need to be replaced soon. I should have bought custom mounts from Widefoot.
07-31-06, 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by AntiVenom7
let me know when you plan on doing it. hopefully, i am going to be making a job change, and will be having my weekends off again. and since i will be waiting for the hinson parts, i might have some spare time.
And if you wanted a date, you should have just asked
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07-31-06, 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by technonovice
A note on upgrading to stiffer sway bars on an FD. The stock mounts are $hit. The are thin sheet metal and crack over time. I've replaced one side and now the other side look slike it will need to be replaced soon. I should have bought custom mounts from Widefoot.
07-31-06, 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by AntiVenom7
link? or is it someone on the forum?
David Breslau, Widefoot Racing
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07-31-06, 09:42 PM
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Originally Posted by AntiVenom7
hot damn widefoots are like $300. i think i will have to take my chances with the RB reinforcement brace.
I did some calculating today...I'm gonna need at least another $10k to finish my car, and that's doing my own carpet and everything.
07-31-06, 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by AntiVenom7
you really think they are worth it?