The New "What did you do with your Z today" (with off topic replies) XXXIII

Rusty · 08-20-2019, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jwick

Yup. I know how to handle throttle/brake/steering when the car gets sloppy. What I don’t know how to handle is trying to compensate for the stupid traction control system doing what it thinks is best for a given situation.

Like when the rear is stepping out a little and the nanny decides to apply a rear caliper to straighten out the car. And have you pointed in the wrong direction.

Spooler · 08-20-2019, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

Like when the rear is stepping out a little and the nanny decides to apply a rear caliper to straighten out the car. And have you pointed in the wrong direction.

I had MA put an extra switch by my diff cooler switch so I could cut that dang yaw sensor power. LOL It is on the "To Do" list.

Spooler · 08-20-2019, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jwick

First off, check back in with that statement when it’s below 50*F. I can do WOT in third if running thru the gears. The situation I’m talking about is if I’m cursing at 30-35mph and I roll into the throttle. As soon as the turbo spoils up it knocks the tires lose. Scared the **** out of me the first time cuz I was in my neighborhood. Driving a high power turbo car takes some getting used to. And I’m nowhere close to your power level.

What size and type are those?

You don't believe me? That's fine. LOL

jwick · 08-20-2019, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

I forgot to mention the tires needed to be warm. I have not knocked the tires of yet. It will step out to the right a little bit or squirm. Nothing major. I am running R888r's on 11.5 in. rims. Size is 325/30/19. Just a smidge on the wide side. All up under the fenders.

Yeah. That’s a lot of tire. I’m still running normal sport street tires. I’m thinking of going to triple-8s on the next set.

jwick · 08-20-2019, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

You don't believe me? That's fine. LOL

Dude. You responded to the same posts with three different comments. If you get all that power down, that’s awesome. I don’t think you are lying. All I’m saying is that thing is going to be a completely different monster when the temperatures get cold. I guarantee I pick up 35-40whp when it’s cold and the spool and boost threshold are less.

Spooler · 08-20-2019, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by jwick

Yeah. That’s a lot of tire. I’m still running normal sport street tires. I’m thinking of going to triple-8s on the next set.

Why wait. Put them on and mothball the old ones. I have an extra set laying around. LOL

Spooler · 08-20-2019, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jwick

Dude. You responded to the same posts with three different comments. If you get all that power down, that’s awesome. I don’t think you are lying. All I’m saying is that thing is going to be a completely different monster when the temperatures get cold. I guarantee I pick up 35-40whp when it’s cold and the spool and boost threshold are less.

LOL, Yeah I was waiting on a call to start. Conference calls, my life long dream to do at work.

Rusty · 08-20-2019, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

I had MA put an extra switch by my diff cooler switch so I could cut that dang yaw sensor power. LOL It is on the "To Do" list.

My switch is on the dash.

jwick · 08-20-2019, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

Why wait. Put them on and mothball the old ones. I have an extra set laying around. LOL

Been spending my extra funds on the truck and hunting stuff. It’s the cars offseason.

redondoaveb · 08-20-2019, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

Why wait. Put them on and mothball the old ones. I have an extra set laying around. LOL

I just ordered 315 r888r's rears.

onzedge · 08-20-2019, 03:09 PM

BettyZ · 08-20-2019, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

$350 for a new starter motor

didn't use a big enough hammer, eh?

JARblue · 08-20-2019, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by BettyZ

didn't use a big enough hammer, eh?

I guess not

Actually I haven't even tried it yet. I have no one to press the start button while I bang on the starter. I was just checking prices. Found a Remy starter for $285 incl $50 core charge.

redondoaveb · 08-20-2019, 04:36 PM

Just spent the last hour pulling 2 nails out of the rear tire on my Eclipse and plugging them. Those plug kits work pretty damn well. Saved myself some bucks too.

Rusty · 08-20-2019, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by redondoaveb

Just spent the last hour pulling 2 nails out of the rear tire on my Eclipse and plugging them. Those plug kits work pretty damn well. Saved myself some bucks too.

I carry an ARB kit in my truck. It has come in handy a couple of times off-roading.

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