Austin

[Scottemad123]

Originally Posted by FR-S Matt

Wheels\suspension are very important. I'd start there. Bolt ons and tune is nice, but wheels\suspension you'll notice more.

What are you goals so I can give you advice on suspension? I love my V3's and spending the cash at that level is HIGHLY worth it compared to the more budget coilovers. I love the way my car rides on the V3's, but may be soft for some hardcore track junkies. The key is just dialing it all in.

Ideally would like to track around once every other month, T2's realistically are top of the budget without getting murdered at home. But in reality this is mainly a DD car, so compromises are going to be made. Monosports, v3's and b16's are probably a better choice for DDing duty. Plus I'm going wider than recommended on wheels since eventually going S/C. I could get away with the 17x8's but I like the face of the 9's... so not exactly 100% function.

[FR-S Matt]

Originally Posted by Scottemad123

Ideally would like to track around once every other month, T2's realistically are top of the budget without getting murdered at home. But in reality this is mainly a DD car, so compromises are going to be made. Monosports, v3's and b16's are probably a better choice for DDing duty. Plus I'm going wider than recommended on wheels since eventually going S/C. I could get away with the 17x8's but I like the face of the 9's... so not exactly 100% function.

V3's are real solid for that. Clearance is great for wide wheels considering I'm on 18X9.5's. The look alone is worth it but the grip is outrageous.

[Scottemad123]

Originally Posted by FR-S Matt

V3's are real solid for that. Clearance is great for wide wheels considering I'm on 18X9.5's. The look alone is worth it but the grip is outrageous.

I'm not wanting to do more than an inch drop thats for sure, roads by the apartment are craaaaaaaaap, with high driveways, already having the crabwalk on stock suspension a lot.

[Scottemad123]

and racecomp just announced 10% off T2's. Shit.

[Semprini]

Originally Posted by Scottemad123

and racecomp just announced 10% off T2's. Shit.

Nice. I'd be happy with some Zeros even.

[FR-S Matt]

Originally Posted by Semprini

Nice. I'd be happy with some Zeros even.

You can buy mine I have for sale at $1000.

[Semprini]

Originally Posted by FR-S Matt

You can buy mine I have for sale at $1000.

I saw - I'm keeping my eye on that thread in case you still have them when $1000 falls in my lap

[Extreme86]

Originally Posted by MysteryMachine

They (radium) are great from what I could tell but generic ones like I installed are better bang for the buck. For the install, its awkward to get the hoses where they need to go but not difficult.

I looked for a generic that came close to the Radium...ADD W1 is really nice! Made a custom bracket and mounted on top of engine with a homemade bracket. Highly recommend @ $85.

Originally Posted by Boosted

Finally got the car back from hail damage and I am pretty happy. The seibon parts need a little more adjustment and the gap isnt bad. Anyone going to cars and coffee on sunday?
-Alex

That really turned out nice, Alex! Looks brand new. I've been wanting to check out Austin's C&C, too. Is it better for the group to meet-up somewhere before rolling in to ATX's C&C?

[Turkish]

Originally Posted by Extreme86

I've been wanting to check out Austin's C&C, too. Is it better for the group to meet-up somewhere before rolling in to ATX's C&C?

I haven't been to cars and coffee in a while, but it facilitated getting everyone parked together a lot easier though.

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[FR-S Matt]

There are good places to meet at like the HEB on the way to the Oasis near Anderson Mill or pick any restaurant. Torchy's is pretty damn awesome for breakfast.

[FR-S Matt]

Selling my Perrin crank pulley in black for $80 shipped. $75 bucks if one of you guys want it. Not compatible with the Kraftwerks SC adapter unfortunately.

[Extreme86]

Originally Posted by Turkish

I haven't been to cars and coffee in a while, but it facilitated getting everyone parked together a lot easier though.

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@Turkish For sure. We've had that experience in San Antonio. Last month there was a huge crowd at The Rim C&C and we put out a cone to save a spot for a latecomer and the parking lot Nazi's they have now made us put it away. A minute later our friend shows and has to park four rows away from us. Why people have to be on power trips like that makes no sense.

I guess Alex @Boosted and I might be more tempted to go to C&C if there was a group meet but, am also interested and checking out some of the cars that attend up there. Is it worth the trip?

Looks like a couple of us SATX ppls are doing the sisters run this Sat. AM. ATX 86'ers are always invited. Meet us at the Apple Store in Medina @ 9AM.

[Scottemad123]

Matt I'm guessing you are going to be installing this weekend?

[FR-S Matt]

Originally Posted by Scottemad123

Matt I'm guessing you are going to be installing this weekend?

Nah, I'm toying around the idea of "Do I need an aftermarket radiator or no?" I've read our stock radiator can handle the cooling, but the aftermarket ones recover temps faster, but not necessarily keeping it cooler. Hard to say if that justifies buying one. Also need to go to a thicker oil (5W-30) and eventually grab an oil cooler.

This weekend I'm doing brake lines, pads, and fluid. I have to find a tune file to use for the Kraftwerks SC as well.