I checked out a few S1s when I was shopping for an 8, but the S2 was just in the best condition. And that S2 was the only one in the area and in the GT trim, so it ticks all the right boxes. I wouldn't have minded a later S1(06~08). Early S1(04, 05) just has your typical 1st year problems.
I am not too keen on bright red cars, but I have grown used to it. Maybe I should trade for Steve's GT.:suspect: |
looks good
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I'll be able to post one of these "new toy" threads soon. I take delivery of my hideous new Bimmer next week.
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Awesome!
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[Bad Shatner impersonation]
Stardate 1234... 5... point 6. Part of the ship... fell off and... nobody likes me. [/Bad Shatner impersonation] (Extra points if you get the spoof I’m referencing.) New Mazda differential with Mazda cone-clutch LSD installed along with diff carrier bushing inserts and larger rear anti-roll bar. Just need to install the bigger front swaybar and offset UCA bushings and the car will be as prepped for STR as I feel like making it. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...537c4a8be.jpeg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...051ff5c21.jpeg |
Originally Posted by NotAPreppie
(Post 4890762)
[Bad Shatner impersonation]
Stardate 1234... 5... point 6. Part of the ship... fell off and... nobody likes me. [/Bad Shatner impersonation] (Extra points if you get the spoof I’m referencing.) New Mazda differential with Mazda cone-clutch LSD installed along with diff carrier bushing inserts and larger rear anti-roll bar. Just need to install the bigger front swaybar and offset UCA bushings and the car will be as prepped for STR as I feel like making it. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...537c4a8be.jpeg https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...051ff5c21.jpeg |
Dang, that's a lot of detail for a diecast toy car... oh wait ;)
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That is the CUTEST little tiny diff I have ever seen!
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Everyone always be complaining about weight mane.
Dey gon put big ol heavy rear end on dat. I digs da big rear ends mane. |
Fat bottom girls make the rockin' world go 'round?
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Originally Posted by NotAPreppie
(Post 4890845)
Fat bottom girls make the rockin' world go 'round?
Seriously though, won't that void your warranty? |
Originally Posted by NotAPreppie
(Post 4890328)
I did the wheels, the PO did coilovers, GWR header and midpipe, grill, and OV tune. I plan to do swaybars, offset UCA bushings, OE LSD, diff bushing inserts, and some better pads.
Originally Posted by Steve Dallas
(Post 4890813)
That is the CUTEST little tiny diff I have ever seen!
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Offset UCA bushings are in. Went from a max of -2.1° to -3.5° camber on each side of the front.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...7de8b9928.jpeg I'm pretty much done modifying it... for now. The only immediate change left is the hardware for AA/CP. And, of course, we're in a short lull in the local race schedule so I won't get to drive it in anger for 3 weeks. |
Originally Posted by Steve Dallas
(Post 4890366)
The vinyl alone costs around $2000 for the good stuff (3M or Avery) for a DIY job. I don't recommend trying to DIY it. A quality job costs around $3000. It is much more expensive than most people think.
I'd post pictures of my S2000, but every time I try to post (or quote) anything with pictures it gets stuck in mod approval limbo. |
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