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Old Jul 25, 2006 | 03:01 PM
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Just need to paint the calipers and rotors and finish up the driver's side and I'm ready to roll.

I haven't driven the car since June. I can't wait to test it out. With new poly-bushings, ball joints, tie rods, and a faster steering rack along with the new shocks and rear bearing from this spring, it should handle a heck of alot better.

and yes, that is a cinder block, but it's only for the spring.



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Old Jul 25, 2006 | 03:55 PM
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Way to go, Joe. Keep up the good work. Hope to see you out there soon.
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Old Jul 25, 2006 | 04:57 PM
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Just remember that faster ratio power steering is really fast!! Everything looks good and hopefully we can get you back down to milan for the drags and to some auto X's as well. Good looking car!
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Just remember that faster ratio power steering is really fast!! Everything looks good and hopefully we can get you back down to milan for the drags and to some auto X's as well. Good looking car!
I know you "warned" me about the 2-turn rack, but I figured I'd give it a whirl. What better way to park a car then by just barely turning the wheel?!

I'm hoping to try an event at Grattan/Waterford if I can fit one into my schedule.
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Originally Posted by 86_RedRider
I know you "warned" me about the 2-turn rack, but I figured I'd give it a whirl. What better way to park a car then by just barely turning the wheel?!

I'm hoping to try an event at Grattan/Waterford if I can fit one into my schedule.
Well the only reason I said anything was because I dont drive our 86 on the road so much and I never thought sneezing would cause a lane change. Well on 23 north of plank thats what I did and the damn car bolted in the other lane! It's wicked fast but it's also alot of fun. I'm sure you'll enjoy it alot! If you like autocrossing it should make a positive diffrence. Hopefully we'll see you around!
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very nice
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