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Old 04-26-2020, 10:37 AM   #169
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Look, I understand this is where the industry is going but I'm suggesting the appeal for many enthusiasts is the way your ride sounds as you're galloping away. The sound of electric motor whine just doesn't do it for me.


Here's an example of the way a "proper" enthusiast mount should sound.


Like a Civic?
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Old 04-26-2020, 05:40 PM   #170
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I installed a highly bolstered racing seat today.
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Old 04-27-2020, 03:33 AM   #171
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I installed a highly bolstered racing seat today.
How did you get the 2020 bumpers to fit your 2017?

BTW, what offset and camber are you running on the back?
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Old 04-27-2020, 04:14 AM   #172
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How did you get the 2020 bumpers to fit your 2017?

BTW, what offset and camber are you running on the back?
Blowtorch and BF hammer.

Offset is 4 large washers; camber - what looked right -
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Old 04-27-2020, 08:06 AM   #173
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Old 04-29-2020, 04:11 PM   #174
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Like a Civic?
LOL


JUST like a Civic. It's uncanny!
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Old 04-29-2020, 05:07 PM   #175
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I did an engine swap today.
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My engine has been a running like a dog lately...


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Old 04-30-2020, 06:17 AM   #177
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I did an engine swap today.

Ahhh I see you went with a Holden E.M.U. engine. Unusual swap.
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Old 04-30-2020, 07:37 AM   #178
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Fueled up a Exxon today. Snapped this shot of some of my fellow commuters as they left the station after fill-up.

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Why move from 4 legs to 2 legs?? Better torque?
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Why move from 4 legs to 2 legs?? Better torque?
Weight reduction.
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Mine too..I tried doubling the power to see if that would help. Will report back...

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Rather extreme, the balance goes out of the barn door...
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