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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

07-26-2021, 02:27 PM

Replies: 14

Resurface flywheel or buy new

Views: 4,673

Posted By AT-JeffT

I would HIGHLY recommend not resurfacing your...

I would HIGHLY recommend not resurfacing your flywheel. It feels really dumb that a large chunk of iron isn't resurfaceable, however I have found that to be the case.

I had 2 shops resurface my...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-31-2021, 11:31 AM

Replies: 7

Locktite on brake caliper bolt threads?

Views: 1,497

Posted By AT-JeffT

I don't think loctite would even help due to the...

I don't think loctite would even help due to the heat.

According to the Technical Data Sheet, Loctite (blue) has an upper service temp of 300F. Moderately heavy brake use could certainly heat...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

04-14-2021, 10:58 PM

Replies: 16

Replacing wheel stud advice please

Views: 3,034

Posted By AT-JeffT

There seems to be a metal incompatibility between...

There seems to be a metal incompatibility between the lug studs and the lug nuts. I snapped so many of them I could replace them in less than 20min without power tools. The solution is to VERY...

Forum: Software Tuning

03-18-2021, 08:40 PM

Replies: 21

Pops in Neutral

Views: 2,885

Posted By AT-JeffT

The ID-10T module does not allow for it on these...

The ID-10T module does not allow for it on these cars.

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

11-24-2020, 01:08 PM

Replies: 55

Difficult 1st gear and almost grinds 2nd, oil problem?

Views: 7,167

Posted By AT-JeffT

I've struggled with these issues on stock fluid...

I've struggled with these issues on stock fluid and I've finally found decent solutions.

1st gear: Pause for 1-2 seconds with the clutch pressed in before moving the gear lever. This allows for...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-05-2020, 05:10 PM

Replies: 19

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Views: 6,493

Posted By AT-JeffT

This is a common misconception. The valving is...

This is a common misconception. The valving is the same between the B6 and B8. The only difference is the length. The B8 has a reduced length to keep lowering springs captive.
The RCE springs...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-05-2020, 01:49 PM

Replies: 19

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Views: 6,493

Posted By AT-JeffT

Update after some more time with the Bilstein/RCE...

Update after some more time with the Bilstein/RCE Tarmac combo.

Now that I've had some more street miles on this setup, I'd say it's a bit less comfortable than I had initially thought. For low...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

04-28-2020, 02:38 PM

Replies: 19

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Views: 6,493

Posted By AT-JeffT

Sure thing. The reason I changed over the...

Sure thing. The reason I changed over the suspension this year despite autocross not happening is due to a blown rear (stock) shock. It blew with around 75K miles, FYI. I compressed the shocks to...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

04-27-2020, 01:21 PM

Replies: 19

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Views: 6,493

Posted By AT-JeffT

Update: I took the Bilsteins with stock springs...

Update: I took the Bilsteins with stock springs off for the winter here and put back on the stock suspension.

I've now put on the Bilsteins with RCE Tarmac springs. For those following along,...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

03-10-2020, 07:25 PM

Replies: 12

Vibration after Clutch Replacment

Views: 2,548

Posted By AT-JeffT

I'm with you on that one. Completely...

I'm with you on that one. Completely intolerable. I'll shake my fist at these young kids with ya.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

03-10-2020, 02:03 PM

Replies: 12

Vibration after Clutch Replacment

Views: 2,548

Posted By AT-JeffT

Put the new flywheel on the other day. Measured...

Put the new flywheel on the other day. Measured roughly .002" runout when installed on the car.

Full disclosure. I had installed the Torque Solutions polyurethane transmission insert along...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

11-26-2019, 11:13 PM

Replies: 6

Need help from good mechanics with tips on seized O2 sensors

Views: 961

Posted By AT-JeffT

Use a propane torch to heat up the area around...

Use a propane torch to heat up the area around the o2 sensor. Rent an o2 sensor removal tool from an auto parts store and put a breaker bar on it.

A penetrating spray (WD-40 is not one) might...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

07-26-2019, 10:23 AM

Replies: 22

Failing Sway Bar Bushing?

Views: 9,289

Posted By AT-JeffT

Thanks for posting this. I had some very minor...

Thanks for posting this. I had some very minor (but annoying) noise when reversing out of parking spots, especially if there was some incline. The bushings looked mostly fine. Only a small gap...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-20-2019, 03:09 PM

Replies: 19

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Views: 6,493

Posted By AT-JeffT

I'm not sure the B6's would have the same curve...

I'm not sure the B6's would have the same curve as analyzing in the video. He mentions that he's looking at the PSS (coilover) setup not sure if they would have valved those the same as the B6. ...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

05-18-2019, 04:22 PM

Replies: 19

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Views: 6,493

Posted By AT-JeffT

Bilstein B6 and Stock Springs ("14)

Hi All,

Just thought I'd review the Bilstein B6 dampers when paired with the stock '14 springs. I didn't find a whole lot of information when doing research before I purchased some, so I...

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