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TitaniumTT
01-01-2011, 03:41 PM
Lets here it! What are you you finishing up/bringing new this year? I'll start off with like 1/4 of my list
1) Repair/Repaint front bumper, hood, both doors, rear bumper :scratch:
2) Finish up the traction control
3) New Gaskets for the Fuel Cell
4) BellyPan
5) 6-spd!

reddozen
01-01-2011, 04:34 PM
1) Finish the damn DGRR XI registration pages...
2) Get my bridge port in the car

mazdadude7
01-01-2011, 10:22 PM
finish prep work on the car and paint it then put it back together.

2gslse
01-01-2011, 10:45 PM
change oil, check air in tires,roll fenders and maybe retune the power FC its been 3 or 4 yrs.

djmtsu
01-03-2011, 07:58 AM
1) Buy another RX-7
2) ???
3) Profit!

My5ABaby
01-03-2011, 08:28 AM
1. Resolve to quit making such horrible decisions on New Years Eve.
2. Fix my fuel tank
3. Put in black manual seat belts
4. Track down and fix the drivetrain vibration
5. Fix my power steering
6. Fix my cigarette lighter (probably just unplugged or something)
7. Hook up my overhead lights
8. Bodywork/paint (probably won't happen)

Kane
01-03-2011, 09:14 AM
-Retune
-Replace Fuel Line and Adapter for FP Gauge
-New Tires, 275 Rear, 235 Front
-Annual Service, Diff, Tranny, Oil etc...

Waffles
01-03-2011, 09:29 AM
1. Put the ported motor into the RX7
2. rebuild the 5speed tranny

orion84gsl
01-03-2011, 07:17 PM
1. Remove stock perch on replacement front struts and weld on new perches. Swap coil over collars/springs/dampers/camber plates over to new struts.
2. Install new front brake rotors and wheel bearings.
3. Install MSD 6A and 2 Jacobs coils.
4. Mount wheels and tires
5. Alignment
6. Tune the carb/set timing. Hopefully some dyno time before DGRR, but probably not.
7. Install louvers on hood and repaint.
8. Reinstall 3-point strut brace.
9. A good engine bay degreasing and interior cleaning.

N.RotaryTech
01-03-2011, 08:32 PM
1. Put motor back together & put it back in car.
2. Swap diff with a lsd diff.
3. Swap auto seat belts with manual belts.
4. Repair & paint hood vent.
5. Replace tires with better tires.
6. Aaand maybe something else.

speedjunkie
01-04-2011, 12:32 AM
6. Fix my cigarette lighter (probably just unplugged or something)


I had no power from mine a couple years ago and it was the socket itself. I had power to it and everything. Just a thought. Before that I never knew it could go bad haha.


1. possibly paint engine bay (but probably not)
2. possibly install ducting for the VMIC
3. hopefully new coil setup and reinstall cruise control
4. possibly construct custom gauge pod setup/change gauges
5. get the front fenders modified to match the rear fenders
6. ss braided lines and reroute for water injection
7. possibly move battery again this time to storage bin behind passenger seat
8. help roommates get their FDs running/finished so they can go too

I just finished a bunch of projects so I want to drive it again and I don't want to take any chances on it not being ready by April. I haven't been to DGRR since '06 and I'm dying to go again.

IH8DSM
01-04-2011, 12:50 AM
To much stuff

1. Order and install coilover set up
2. Order and install wheels and fender flares
3. Replace fuel filter
4. Double check all new and old parts

Hopefully I will have it all done way before the gap hopefully be the keyword

darthrotary
01-04-2011, 09:02 AM
1. 13B-REW swap into my FB! (Yes Holly, HollyII will be reborn!)
2. Back to original body panels, getting rid of that ugly ass bumper!
3. PAINT!
4. ALL mandatory maintenance (Fluids, BRAKES! and Tires, ect.)

My5ABaby
01-04-2011, 09:02 AM
I had no power from mine a couple years ago and it was the socket itself. I had power to it and everything. Just a thought. Before that I never knew it could go bad haha.

It works eventually if I mess with whatever I plug in enough. Not sure what all is up with that but I'll test it out. :dunno:

Proxy One
01-04-2011, 02:46 PM
Im bringing my FD this year instead of the Rx2, I need to get it tuned and might have some new wheels by then too.

speedjunkie
01-05-2011, 01:09 AM
It works eventually if I mess with whatever I plug in enough. Not sure what all is up with that but I'll test it out. :dunno:

It's almost like it just has corrosion in there or something.

9. I also forgot I want to get some strut bar spacers made so I can get rid of the washers.

TitaniumTT
01-05-2011, 07:27 AM
finish prep work on the car and paint it then put it back together.

Been there, good luck.

6. Fix my cigarette lighter (probably just unplugged or something)

It's almost like it just has corrosion in there or something.

I had the same problem on mine while on the epic road adventure. It wasn't un-plugged, it was just plain worn out. Sucked, on day 2 I was in the parking lot of a wal-mart tearing the dash apart so I could wire in a external plug to charge my phone. I guess I should mount and more permanently wire that thing, zip tie mounting isn't really my thing :rofl:

9. I also forgot I want to get some strut bar spacers made so I can get rid of the washers.

That'd be bitching. But you should be able to make that yourself no? Plate of AL, a sharpie, jigsaw, drill and a file and maybe an hr of time?

djmtsu
01-05-2011, 07:52 AM
Looks like I am going to have a TTT like madman build for DGRR this year.

Picking up something rather old school this weekend......

speedjunkie
01-05-2011, 10:39 AM
I had the same problem on mine while on the epic road adventure. It wasn't un-plugged, it was just plain worn out. Sucked, on day 2 I was in the parking lot of a wal-mart tearing the dash apart so I could wire in a external plug to charge my phone. I guess I should mount and more permanently wire that thing, zip tie mounting isn't really my thing :rofl:

I think I remember you telling me about that. Don't knock the zip ties just yet, let it grow on you. LOL


That'd be bitching. But you should be able to make that yourself no? Plate of AL, a sharpie, jigsaw, drill and a file and maybe an hr of time?

I could make it and I like making my own stuff, but I don't have a jigsaw and the LIM spacers came out looking so good from the waterjet that I wanted to hump them. I'm not sure how much it would cost but I figure once they are made I could offer them to the forum too since I'm sure I'm not the only one needing them, and people could pick what thickness they want. And if I made the spacers they would look like crap, I'm kinda trying to get away from that these days.

Picking up something rather old school this weekend......

Please elaborate, please let it be of the rotary variety, or maybe an old Datsun at least.

djmtsu
01-05-2011, 10:55 AM
Please elaborate, please let it be of the rotary variety, or maybe an old Datsun at least.

Did someone say Cosmo?

:)

Disclaimer- Of the RX-5 variety, not the 110s :(

TitaniumTT
01-05-2011, 01:27 PM
I think I remember you telling me about that. Don't knock the zip ties just yet, let it grow on you. LOL

Maybe when I get my 19" WIDE rims and keep my 255 tires I'll start rocking the zipties :rofl:

I could make it and I like making my own stuff, but I don't have a jigsaw and the LIM spacers came out looking so good from the waterjet that I wanted to hump them. I'm not sure how much it would cost but I figure once they are made I could offer them to the forum too since I'm sure I'm not the only one needing them, and people could pick what thickness they want. And if I made the spacers they would look like crap, I'm kinda trying to get away from that these days.

:rofl: It's amazing what a file and some time will do to clean things up. Although, if you have access to a waterjet guy local, that's tits. *sigh* Todd is so far away, and I should probably get hopin' on those parts for the rear speed sensors.

Please elaborate, please let it be of the rotary variety, or maybe an old Datsun at least.

Did someone say Cosmo?

:)

Disclaimer- Of the RX-5 variety, not the 110s :(

WIN! I hope to see that @ DGRR, even if it's on a trailer ;)

ledgebmx
01-07-2011, 04:26 PM
Blew my engine 1/3/2011. I'll still be there just don't know what I'm going to do engine wise yet.

SPiN Racing
01-14-2011, 11:23 AM
0. Reserve a hotel room. The cabin we wanted isnt NVNC's any longer. :confused:
1. Replace 4 of the tires on the Dually
2. replace front wheelbearings on Dually

3. Change rear on race car to 444.
4. Repair rust spot near decklid on race car.
5. sand/prime/repaint race car.

6. clean up and box up old school exotic 13B based race engine

7. touch up scratch on wife's RX8

Not too bad a list.

djmtsu
01-14-2011, 11:31 AM
I guess I need to basically start from the ground up. Make a car that hasn't been on the road since 2002 road worthy.

So with the Cosmo-
-check condition of engine (replace/rebuild as necessary)
-swap FB front spindles/struts
-swap FB brake master cylinder/booster
-rear wheel adapters
-wheels(??)
-RE-Speed TII front brake conversion
-reassemble interior
-finish body work/paint
-stereo install

Damn, I better get to work.

TitaniumTT
01-14-2011, 12:08 PM
:rofl: So it looks we have a sucessor to the RedBull consumption King :smilielol5:

Herblenny
01-14-2011, 02:21 PM
If everything goes well, I'll be unveiling a new look of my FD at DGRR7 (I'm going to call it that as its not 7th year running!).

Rotorypolo
01-14-2011, 03:37 PM
new paint and bodyworks, new wheels and a few exterior cosmetic fun stuff for the Rx-3...hopefully

diabolical1
01-17-2011, 01:13 PM
if i can get the FC up and running in a manner that i feel comfortable taking it to Deal's Gap, then i'd be mighty satisfied. i won't say anything above and beyond that simply because that would be unrealistic of me. between the weather and funds, it's an uphill battle just getting it mobile as it is.

Buggy
01-17-2011, 05:56 PM
Alright, here goes my list for the Rx-4:
-GSL-SE rear axle, front suspension, and brake swap
-paint and polish my old school Riken meshies, mount some new rubber on them
-weber is already sent out to be rebuilt along with new taller velocity stacks and mesh air cleaners
-clean up the engine bay
-fix a few electrical gremlins....
-rethink the ignition system
-install some sort of electric or belt driven vacuum booster

I think that's it............

FcRx8MEL
01-17-2011, 11:03 PM
Powder coat some parts from my engine bay
Prep. paint and and put on my front bumper
Install new fog lights
Put in carbon fiber interior pieces
That's all for now I think....

djmtsu
01-18-2011, 10:39 AM
Prep. paint and and put on my front bumper
Install new fog lights


You don't need new fog lights with the Mazdaspeed bumper, just the relocation kit. Mazda, or several places online sell it.

Just an FYI...

FerociousP
01-18-2011, 11:50 AM
I'll weigh in:

Change out chattery clutch (if I can be not lazy)
Correct sloppy shifter
Add TII front lip
Add radio
Clean up a little wiring

speedjunkie
01-18-2011, 04:25 PM
Got a few new ones as of this weekend...

10. rebuild engine
11. paint engine bay
12. replace BRAND NEW oil cooler that got ripped off while trying to pull start
13. figure out why power steering is seeping

TitaniumTT
01-18-2011, 05:29 PM
Damn Eric, What did you do now?

FcRx8MEL
01-18-2011, 06:30 PM
You don't need new fog lights with the Mazdaspeed bumper, just the relocation kit. Mazda, or several places online sell it.

Just an FYI...

I got HID fog lights for christmas though.

speedjunkie
01-19-2011, 10:46 AM
Damn Eric, What did you do now?

Well it was on the dyno about to get tuned...LOL.

Put down 400whp (actually I think it was 394 to be exact but they told me 400) at 21psi and 4500RPMs lol. That whp is uncorrected, so true high altitude hp to the wheels, 27% power loss up here so real numbers closer to sea level would be closer to 470 I think. This was on a Dyno Dynamics as well, which I'm told read lower than some others, but I never know who to believe on this haha.

We hadn't even started tuning yet, and they forgot to turn off the boost controller for the first couple runs and let the WG spring take care of that. Only got two pulls and those numbers were from the second pull. When it was winding down the car died and never would start again. With the spark plugs out you can hear one face on each rotor isn't as strong as the others, so we're thinking side seals, either bad springs or they're melted LOL.

This weekend bent me over hard. I hemorraged money...between paying for the dyno and renting the trailer to tow my car home from north of Denver to C Springs, AND the damaged oil cooler from trying to pull start it. All for a non-running car. Pisses me off every time I think about it.

TitaniumTT
01-19-2011, 11:25 AM
Ouch, sorry to hear it man.... that blows. What Apex Seals were you using? What where the AFR's? EGT's? Timing?

djmtsu
01-19-2011, 12:55 PM
I got HID fog lights for christmas though.

You could have just used the stock fog lights and used an HID kit. All you have to do is reach into the housing, squeeze the reflector, and pull it out. Then HID bulbs go right back in!!

speedjunkie
01-19-2011, 07:33 PM
Ouch, sorry to hear it man.... that blows. What Apex Seals were you using? What where the AFR's? EGT's? Timing?

Yes it does blow, and it did lol. I've been using Atkins seals, I got their whole rebuild kit back in 08. They told me the AFRs were in the 10s, but didn't say anything about EGTs and I'm not sure on timing either. EGTs were usually in the 14s on the highway, not quite open throttle but I don't think they were much higher than that.

TitaniumTT
01-19-2011, 07:44 PM
10's are too rich IMO especially depending on the porting. I'd be curious to revisit your timing map and see where you were at for timing.

As for the Atkins seals... A good friend of mine refers to them as "fuses." Meaning that they usually let go before most of the other co's and when they do, they generally don't tear up the engine on their way out. I'd be curious as to what you find when you pull the thing apart. post pics, lots of them

IH8DSM
01-19-2011, 08:53 PM
To much stuff

1. Order and install coilover set up
2. Order and install wheels and fender flares
3. Replace fuel filter
4. Double check all new and old parts

Hopefully I will have it all done way before the gap hopefully be the keyword

Need to add to this list,

5. Brake lines, pads, and rotors
6. install light weight flywheel
7. fix multiple exhaust leaks

speedjunkie
01-19-2011, 10:02 PM
10's are too rich IMO especially depending on the porting. I'd be curious to revisit your timing map and see where you were at for timing.

As for the Atkins seals... A good friend of mine refers to them as "fuses." Meaning that they usually let go before most of the other co's and when they do, they generally don't tear up the engine on their way out. I'd be curious as to what you find when you pull the thing apart. post pics, lots of them

On most parts of the map I definitely agree, 10s are too rich, but under boost I'd rather have 10 than 14 haha.

Some have been telling me to get RA seals this time, I might go ahead and do that even if these aren't bad. I guess a good thing about Atkins seals is if they don't tear up the engine when they break...trying to look on the bright side of all this haha. I'll post a lot of pics. I'm going to clean up the garage and work bench and start draining fluids tonight, tomorrow night I might start pulling.

TitaniumTT
01-19-2011, 10:18 PM
On most parts of the map I definitely agree, 10s are too rich, but under boost I'd rather have 10 than 14 haha.

No doubt... But the richest I run is 11.7:1 and generally keep it around 12.

Some have been telling me to get RA seals this time, I might go ahead and do that even if these aren't bad. I guess a good thing about Atkins seals is if they don't tear up the engine when they break...trying to look on the bright side of all this haha. I'll post a lot of pics. I'm going to clean up the garage and work bench and start draining fluids tonight, tomorrow night I might start pulling.

I have the RA Super seals.... on the way back I hit something like 17:1 while @ 10lbs of boost... she dett'ed HARD and she's still ticking.

They each have thier benefits I suppose. From what I hear... the Atikins seals are gentle when they let go. So I'd be interested to see what your housings look like.

Duffman692002
01-26-2011, 12:17 AM
List of to-do's: Rebuild, tires, radiator, clean up, enjoy.

ROTORX7Holly
01-26-2011, 12:24 AM
Get a new set of tires.... Kumho's worn out.

88turboii
02-19-2011, 11:59 PM
I have the RA Super seals.... on the way back I hit something like 17:1 while @ 10lbs of boost... she dett'ed HARD and she's still ticking.

They each have thier benefits I suppose. From what I hear... the Atikins seals are gentle when they let go. So I'd be interested to see what your housings look like.
yes i det'd on RA classis seals multiple times when i was learning how to tune.. engine survived and when it finally did go it was coolant seal failure


things to do before DGRR2011..
found out my bb hybrid somehow blew out the front oil seal, ordered a new seal and backplate, and sent it off to gpopshop to fix a pre-turbine exhaust leak problem. also the power steering is leaking from somewhere. and need to get sunroof welded shut

TitaniumTT
03-20-2011, 09:01 AM
Title changed! How's are the lists progressing?

Buggy
03-20-2011, 09:21 AM
Not worth a damn! Winter is dragging on and I can't get out to work on the car. I've got the rims basically done, the engine and 4 speed trans are ready to come out of the car, and I've got the front struts ready to be built. Still a pile of work to do.......

Sephitrask
03-20-2011, 12:32 PM
Get some new tires for the rear, and bank enough cash for the gas to get there.

speedjunkie
03-20-2011, 04:20 PM
1. possibly paint engine bay (but probably not) - Done
2. possibly install ducting for the VMIC - maybe when I get the engine back in, but I'll probably wait
3. hopefully new coil setup and reinstall cruise control - decided to stick with stock coils and put them back in stock location, and did reinstall cruise control right before the engine blew
4. possibly construct custom gauge pod setup/change gauges - too much of a PITA but I did change to SPA Techniques gauges and different pod setup, and moved EBC to DIN under stereo. Also installed cable connectors into DIN so you just plug in like the back of a computer in order to tune
5. get the front fenders modified to match the rear fenders - they are modified but they look like crap, I guess I'll have to do it myself
6. ss braided lines and reroute for water injection - Still trying to figure out what lines to buy. Might also buy some new oil cooler lines to run instead of the current SS braided lines.
7. possibly move battery again this time to storage bin behind passenger seat - haven't relocated battery again yet, but I am rerouting my power line to go straight to the starter instead of through the engine bay to the front.
8. help roommates get their FDs running/finished so they can go too - can't help them if they won't work on them themselves haha, but this is still going to happen
9. I also forgot I want to get some strut bar spacers made so I can get rid of the washers. - Done
10. rebuild engine - should be getting engine back this Tuesday, will dress it with accessories Wednesday and install by the weekend with any luck
11. replace BRAND NEW oil cooler that got ripped off while trying to pull start - Done
13. figure out why power steering is seeping - replaced all o-rings and the hose, so hopefully this works

I also got all IC piping, the IC, UIM, compressor housing, water pump housing and filler neck, A/C / P/S bracket and oil filler neck all powdercoated. Got the LIM, turbine housing, manifold and DP ceramic coated again, some other parts anodized and most of the various brackets and brake booster metal line all done in black oxide. I still have to figure out some way to paint or coat the throttle body and water pump so they will be black too, and may paint the power steering pump too, not sure yet. I also want to install a new P/S oil cooler line but I may wait to do that. Oh, I also finally hard mounted my relay box onto the front crossmember. I'm probably forgetting some things even. I've been a busy boy. But if I can get leave I'll definitely be at DGRR.

Sephitrask
03-20-2011, 10:12 PM
1. possibly paint engine bay (but probably not) - Done
2. possibly install ducting for the VMIC - maybe when I get the engine back in, but I'll probably wait
3. hopefully new coil setup and reinstall cruise control - decided to stick with stock coils and put them back in stock location, and did reinstall cruise control right before the engine blew
4. possibly construct custom gauge pod setup/change gauges - too much of a PITA but I did change to SPA Techniques gauges and different pod setup, and moved EBC to DIN under stereo. Also installed cable connectors into DIN so you just plug in like the back of a computer in order to tune
5. get the front fenders modified to match the rear fenders - they are modified but they look like crap, I guess I'll have to do it myself
6. ss braided lines and reroute for water injection - Still trying to figure out what lines to buy. Might also buy some new oil cooler lines to run instead of the current SS braided lines.
7. possibly move battery again this time to storage bin behind passenger seat - haven't relocated battery again yet, but I am rerouting my power line to go straight to the starter instead of through the engine bay to the front.
8. help roommates get their FDs running/finished so they can go too - can't help them if they won't work on them themselves haha, but this is still going to happen
9. I also forgot I want to get some strut bar spacers made so I can get rid of the washers. - Done
10. rebuild engine - should be getting engine back this Tuesday, will dress it with accessories Wednesday and install by the weekend with any luck
11. replace BRAND NEW oil cooler that got ripped off while trying to pull start - Done
13. figure out why power steering is seeping - replaced all o-rings and the hose, so hopefully this works

I also got all IC piping, the IC, UIM, compressor housing, water pump housing and filler neck, A/C / P/S bracket and oil filler neck all powdercoated. Got the LIM, turbine housing, manifold and DP ceramic coated again, some other parts anodized and most of the various brackets and brake booster metal line all done in black oxide. I still have to figure out some way to paint or coat the throttle body and water pump so they will be black too, and may paint the power steering pump too, not sure yet. I also want to install a new P/S oil cooler line but I may wait to do that. Oh, I also finally hard mounted my relay box onto the front crossmember. I'm probably forgetting some things even. I've been a busy boy. But if I can get leave I'll definitely be at DGRR.

Damn, what a list!!!! Good luck!

speedjunkie
03-20-2011, 10:15 PM
Thanks! I love working on it almost as much as I love driving it lol, and usually once I start working on it I get on a roll and finish a lot.

IH8DSM
03-21-2011, 12:11 AM
My list is for the most part is done now it's just 2nd checks and yearly matinence

djmtsu
03-21-2011, 06:40 AM
Well, I bought a couple first gens since this thread was started.

So far I have-
Ordered a shitload of parts
Swapped in a LSD disc rear end
Looted another FB for most of the interior
BBS wheels
Holley Carb kit
MSD 6AL
Holley Blue fuel pump/regulator

Waiting on installing the front springs, rears are done. And trying to locate an exhaust system, or at least a 12a header.

speedjunkie
03-21-2011, 04:55 PM
^So are you bringing one of the first gens or something else?

djmtsu
03-21-2011, 07:45 PM
^So are you bringing one of the first gens or something else?

I am bringing the '84 GS. Sorry, no Cosmo.

Had to order a stud kit to use the BBS wheels. That sucks, but at least I won't have stupid wheel bolts anymore. Lol. The MSD showed up today, fuel pump shipped today, new brake booster shipped today. So things are coming along.

All the parts should be here by the weekend, so I can get to wrenching (again). At least this time it won't be as labor intensive as single handedly swapping rear axle assemblies, by myself, in the driveway. Charles is rebuilding the Holley carb, and getting it set up to drop it (very thankful). I need to get the car over there to put in an FC oil cooler and take off the window trim to be powdercoated.

Then, back to the house to start smoothing the body for paint!

Someone needs to hook me up with a glass sunroof!! And a header, and a muffler.

Poop.

SPiN Racing
03-28-2011, 12:18 PM
0. Reserve a hotel room. The cabin we wanted isnt NVNC's any longer. :confused: >>>>>>>>>DONE<<<<<<<<<<
1. Replace 4 of the tires on the Dually >>>>>>>>>DONE<<<<<<<<<<
2. replace front wheelbearings on Dually

3. Change rear on race car to 444.
4. Repair rust spot near decklid on race car. >>>ALMOST done....
5. sand/prime/repaint race car.

6. clean up and box up old school exotic 13B based race engine

7. touch up scratch on wife's RX8

Not too bad a list.

Still a lot to do. :(

Duffman692002
04-04-2011, 12:54 AM
List of to-do's: Rebuild, tires, radiator, clean up, enjoy.

Rebuild-Check
Clean up-Check
Tire-Next pay check
Radiator-Soon

So the major one is done, gotta get my break-in miles before leaving. Can't wait. :D

speedjunkie
04-04-2011, 01:20 AM
Got the engine in and it started today, WOOHOO! However, it seems that now my alternator isn't putting out any power so my battery isn't charging. I'd really like to get the break-in miles done in time to get it tuned before coming out so I can REALLY have fun but I'm not sure I'll have enough money to get tuned AND come to DGRR.

TitaniumTT
04-04-2011, 01:48 AM
Skip the tune and just dial in the cruise stuff.... there will be enough people there that know their way around a PFC that we should be able to get you up to WG dialed in to have some damn fun.

Lets see.... left on my list

6 spd
driveshaft
brakes
interior
new trigger wheel
new triggers front and rear
MC and prop valve
spare exhaust sleeves
BNR stage 3's
rewrap the exhaust
evac tank

damn... I've got ALOT to do.... oh, and of course
dyno.... going to crush and embarrass the last record :suspect:

speedjunkie
04-04-2011, 09:21 AM
I'm not really worried about cruising AFRs and all that, I could do that myself. It's the "in boost" stuff that I'm not comfortable with haha.

And I think I figured out the alternator. They powder coated the insides as well as the outsides and I'm being told the alternator uses the housing as a current path, so I have to disassemble again and scrape off the coating in a couple places, I just have to figure out where to scrape lol.

speedjunkie
04-08-2011, 02:45 PM
Well it looks like I won't be making it to DGRR, for a couple reasons, both tied to the same thing lol. Because of the gov't shutdown, I will be getting only half a paycheck AND all projected leave is cancelled until something is worked out lol. You guys have fun. Maybe I'll see you at DGRR12.

darthrotary
04-08-2011, 03:05 PM
^ That seriously blows. Sorry to hear that man, I know a lot of people affected by it.

speedjunkie
04-08-2011, 03:19 PM
Thanks! I wasn't sure I was going to make it because of money anyway, that and I'm not sure I'm 100% confident in the car just yet. Thanks though.

N.RotaryTech
04-08-2011, 06:23 PM
AAHHHGGGGGG!!!!!!!
Working on my car going 1 step forward, 2 steps back.
3 weeks to go.
But I'm still pretty sure I'll get it finished in time.

TitaniumTT
04-09-2011, 08:08 AM
Shutdown averted by 40 minutes..... sooooo that means you'll be attending right??? ;)

Kane
04-09-2011, 08:14 AM
Shutdown averted by 40 minutes..... sooooo that means you'll be attending right??? ;)

I was 40 minutes away from not going either!!! HAHA

I'm still in.

speedjunkie
04-11-2011, 01:43 AM
^Where are you driving from?

I might still be in, still depends on money LOL, and I still have to ask if leave was still affected even though they didn't shut down. I've got a little over 100 miles on the rebuild at this point, and I'm pretty sure I wouldn't get the rest of them completed before the trip but my AFRs and EG temps look decent so I'm not too worried. I just told Zico I might still go, but he and Simon aren't going anymore. I'm not sure about others around here.

Apparently Simon still got only half a paycheck, so I have to check mine now too. But hopefully even if we did we will get the rest of the pay on the 15th.

Also, I still want to change my front fender setup. I currently have the Shine Auto Project custom fenders on the front, test fitting them for him, and a lot of people want to see pics of them apparently, so I was thinking maybe I'll just leave them on so people can see them in person lol. And they're still unpainted and un-modified in any way. Even without fender vents lol.

Kane
04-11-2011, 03:32 AM
I am coming from Hampton Roads, VA

All military is getting full pay, it may come in 2 paychecks, both on the 15th. So you should be good.

speedjunkie
04-11-2011, 09:19 AM
Oh so you're not TOO far then.

Cool. I REALLY want to make this still. I have to check today about leave.