Upcoming WI/IL Track Days
09-10-2007, 08:56 AM
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few more sessions and some practice on the back half and you won't hardly even be holding me up so it wouldn't even matter.
I had a real good time and learned a lot. I definitely think I improved from my first session to my last. I ran 7 sessions over the two days of 20 minutes each. By the end I was hanging the tail out a bit going through turn 9 and loving every minute of it 
And I actually passed a car my second day (mac and rd - don't tell them it was a crappy civic I also had a session today where I didn't get passed at all, so I felt that was quite an accomplishment p
And I actually passed a car my second day (mac and rd - don't tell them it was a crappy civic I also had a session today where I didn't get passed at all, so I felt that was quite an accomplishment pThey did really help quite a bit. being able to corner that much flatter gives you a lot more confidence that the car is going to stick. I think I'll need to put a lit more aggressive alignment on there and get some more negative camber to take full advantage of them.
Mac - got that new water pump in the mail while I was gone. If you are interested in helping me out with the install, I'd love to have your expertise. I haven't decided yet if I have the guts to do it myself or not... but I'm sure it would be a good learning experience for me. I can probably get everything apart, putting it back together will be the trick... I'm not in any big rush to get it on there, especially since I think most of our hot weather is behind us until next summer.
09-10-2007, 08:59 AM
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No TT or race groups gave us a TON of time on track. 5 sessions/day, 1 of which being a 35 minute "mini-enduro". I got signed off to group 2 after 2 sessions the first day. Got over 200 track miles for the weekend, great weather. Couldn't have asked for more. Missed you, Al and devildog out there though. We'll have to do it up more next season.
09-10-2007, 12:33 PM
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What did you end up goin with for new tires?
I got my baby back today. Looks perfect, and they gave me two tickets to the UW game this weekend
I bet if this would of happened anywhere other then my job parking lot they wouldn't have been so accommodating. Regardless they did good by me.
09-10-2007, 03:22 PM
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I'll snap his neck.
Some pics that and a couple short movies that my wife took this weekend...
http://s167.photobucket.com/albums/u...n%20Sept%2007/
http://s167.photobucket.com/albums/u...n%20Sept%2007/
09-10-2007, 04:55 PM
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Lately I have been hearing a rattling sound when my rear hits a bump. So today I put my car on ramps and checked underneath. All seemed nice and tight, what I did find is that if I hit both exhaust canisters they sound as if there are small pieces of metal in there. It's the same sound I hear when I go over bumps or pot holes. I'm guessing this is not normal? Any Ideas?
09-10-2007, 05:19 PM
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Lately I have been hearing a rattling sound when my rear hits a bump. So today I put my car on ramps and checked underneath. All seemed nice and tight, what I did find is that if I hit both exhaust canisters they sound as if there are small pieces of metal in there. It's the same sound I hear when I go over bumps or pot holes. I'm guessing this is not normal? Any Ideas?
09-10-2007, 09:23 PM
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What do you think is the problem? It's under warrenty until November so if I have MS replace I need to get this done asap. Don't think they will the removal and install, only the part.
09-18-2007, 10:46 PM
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Took a while but my pics are finally up.
http://s151.photobucket.com/albums/s...rman%209-9-07/
The 3 picture bursts are pretty cool...
DD, when are you coming out to the Autobahn? Have you decided for sure yet?
http://s151.photobucket.com/albums/s...rman%209-9-07/
The 3 picture bursts are pretty cool...
DD, when are you coming out to the Autobahn? Have you decided for sure yet?
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09-18-2007, 11:01 PM
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Nice pics
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09-19-2007, 12:55 PM
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Quick question. I started a thread on it but have yet to get an answer. Lately I have been hearing a rattling sound when my rear hits a bump. So last week I put my car on ramps and checked underneath. All seemed nice and tight, what I did find is that if I hit both exhaust canisters they sound as if there are small pieces of metal in there. If the baffles have broken inside the muffler can this pose any issues?
09-19-2007, 04:59 PM
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All that damn driving to and from Chicago as well as tyhe tracks. As long as its not to bad I'll just wait till spring to replace it. Is there a chance I can just replace the mufflers?
09-19-2007, 10:14 PM
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and its a mileage limited warranty? thats ****** lame. I thought your dealer really liked you?
he cant fudge the numbers for you? You spent enough money with him on all that MS stuff he should be bending over backwards for you!
Should really hurt too much. May be able to just unbolt it and get what ever is loose to come out?? not have to replace it then?
he cant fudge the numbers for you? You spent enough money with him on all that MS stuff he should be bending over backwards for you!
Should really hurt too much. May be able to just unbolt it and get what ever is loose to come out?? not have to replace it then?
09-19-2007, 11:04 PM
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and its a mileage limited warranty? thats ****** lame. I thought your dealer really liked you?
he cant fudge the numbers for you? You spent enough money with him on all that MS stuff he should be bending over backwards for you!
Should really hurt too much. May be able to just unbolt it and get what ever is loose to come out?? not have to replace it then?
he cant fudge the numbers for you? You spent enough money with him on all that MS stuff he should be bending over backwards for you!
Should really hurt too much. May be able to just unbolt it and get what ever is loose to come out?? not have to replace it then?
09-20-2007, 06:54 PM
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What do you mean rears? I just looked up the DIY for the MS exhaust it looks like I just need to unclamp the canisters from the midpipe then remove off the hangers. I'll do this on Saturday and see if I can shake that lose **** out.
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