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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8
Weird, that can be an issue but usually the bore is larger than ours. I finally got my nitrous in and went for some runs. I can definitely feel it but not like the NX kit I had on my CRX. But I don't have the pressure gauge hooked up either so I don't know how much pressure I have. the bottle might be low.

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It might be a little low... been a long time since I filled it up. I know I did quite a few pulls when I first got it filled up last since I had just installed the spacer and the exhaust not long before that.

You made sure the nozzle is facing the correct way, right?
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Old Oct 3, 2010 | 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by elcolombiano91
hey guys im new to SA and i just found this thread do any of u guys know of any other meets anytime soon?

Awww man, we had a great meet last night!!!

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Originally Posted by 8 Maniac
It might be a little low... been a long time since I filled it up. I know I did quite a few pulls when I first got it filled up last since I had just installed the spacer and the exhaust not long before that.

You made sure the nozzle is facing the correct way, right?
Yeah I think the bottle is done, I tried to chase Grunge and DSEA last night and they weren't pulling away but I wasn't gaining either and the nitrous was active and hot. I am installing the pressure gauge now and then we will see if the bottle is empty.
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 07:03 AM
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Guys, i found out about a week ago that the USAF wants me outta here. Cue massive scramble to get the paperwork finished. Finally got it all done and had the movers come and pack it and I'm moving away right now. I just wanted to say you guys are awesome for helpping me out like you did and I was hoping to get a bit more autocross or rx8 community stuff in before I left, but you know how it goes - Uncle Sam says jump and you ask how high :p right now I'm headed to pope afb north carolina.

Anyway, hope the meet goes well. Hope the 8 community over by ft. Bragg and Raleigh turns out as cool as you all.
Have fun at Pope AFB.... that's my old stomping grounds. Have fun at Pirates .....
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 10:12 AM
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Bottle pressure was 0 this morning So I am guessing it is done With the heater on yesterday the pressure was only 400psi.
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8
Bottle pressure was 0 this morning So I am guessing it is done With the heater on yesterday the pressure was only 400psi.
Even 400's on thelow side... I'm sure you'll be a bit happier when you get a chance to fill it.
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by 8 Maniac
Even 400's on thelow side... I'm sure you'll be a bit happier when you get a chance to fill it.
Yeah I know on my CRX it needed to be at least 900PSI to feel it. I did a solo run after first getting it hooked up and I felt something so I think it had a little but that may have been my butt dyno.

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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 03:32 PM
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Yeah i read the thread and than realized it but do you about how often do u guys meet up? Because I really want to see more 8's
Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8
Awww man, we had a great meet last night!!!

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Yeah I think the bottle is done, I tried to chase Grunge and DSEA last night and they weren't pulling away but I wasn't gaining either and the nitrous was active and hot. I am installing the pressure gauge now and then we will see if the bottle is empty.
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 03:45 PM
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Well, this meet is the first Saturday of each month so it won't happen for a month but PM me our contact info and I will text you or call you when we get together. We should be doing Biff's Burgers meet soon.
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 04:02 PM
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'What Happens in Vegas' Meet - 2011
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NEW DATES FOR THE EVENT: MAY 20, 21 & 22 of 2011
THERE WILL BE AN OFFICIAL RESORT HOTEL THIS YEAR WITH SPECIAL RATES FOR OUR GROUP.
ORLEANS HOTEL & CASINO
4500 WEST TROPICANA
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA. 89103
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Friday and Saturday Rates will be: $85.00 per day and weekday rates at $38.00 per day for those who want to come early or stay late. There is also a room tax of 11% and a Resort fee of $5.00 so those that wish to stay/arrive a day early/late will pay $247.96. There are suites and penthouse suites available at this time with a reduced rate so if you wish to upgrade contact me for pricing. Since the room rate is based upon double occupancy, you have your choice of a king size bed or two queen size beds. I would suggest that you visit their site on line to see the amenities offered.

Your area heads will be: Utah: Jethro Tull, California: Jedi54, Arizona, Texas & New Mexico: Easy E_1, Wyoming Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Nevada: 13X.
In the coming weeks we will update the art work and post some additional information on the meet

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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 05:54 PM
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Bam!! In yo' face suckas!!
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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 07:55 PM
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Wheels finally mounted

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Old Oct 4, 2010 | 11:46 PM
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Looks good but you need pics on a flat surface lol... the rear looks raised in that pic. You're stock suspension, right? Any plans on lowering? Compete with tbk maybe? lol
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 06:40 AM
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Originally Posted by phil's 8
'what happens in vegas' meet - 2011


new dates for the event: May 21, 22 & 23 of 2011
there will be an official resort hotel this year with special rates for our group.
orleans hotel & casino
4500 west tropicana
las vegas, nevada. 89103
(702) 365-705
friday and saturday rates will be: $85.00 per day and weekday rates at $38.00 per day for those who want to come early or stay late. There is also a room tax of 11% and a resort fee of $5.00 so those that wish to stay/arrive a day early/late will pay $247.96. There are suites and penthouse suites available at this time with a reduced rate so if you wish to upgrade contact me for pricing. Since the room rate is based upon double occupancy, you have your choice of a king size bed or two queen size beds. I would suggest that you visit their site on line to see the amenities offered.

your area heads will be: Utah: Jethro tull, california: Jedi54, arizona, texas & new mexico: Easy e_1, wyoming washington, oregon, idaho and nevada: 13x.
in the coming weeks we will update the art work and post some additional information on the meet


oh hell yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 06:40 AM
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Yeah.... Lets do Biff's this friday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Grungepup
Yeah.... Lets do Biff's this friday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I should be able to go.
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 11:01 AM
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Should be up for Biff's Friday...
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 11:37 AM
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I am up for Biff's as well. The rims look good man, how did they get the centercaps to work if they made the center bore larger? I can't wait to get some good pics.

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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 12:32 PM
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Originally Posted by 9krpmrx8
I am up for Biff's as well. The rims look good man, how did they get the centercaps to work if they made the center bore larger? I can't wait to get some good pics.
They only bored the rear side of the wheels...
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 01:19 PM
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Originally Posted by cornholio135
They only bored the rear side of the wheels...
Ah hah, nice. That's pretty good for that price, some I have seen just bore out the center if they have the metal there to do it.
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 01:25 PM
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9k are you buying your vertex so we can get a good deal? ty!
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by 8 Maniac
Looks good but you need pics on a flat surface lol... the rear looks raised in that pic. You're stock suspension, right? Any plans on lowering? Compete with tbk maybe? lol
haha im still not satisfied with my ride height. Gotta switch em out for something else and sell mine!
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by tbk
haha im still not satisfied with my ride height. Gotta switch em out for something else and sell mine!
I scraped a bit coming into my apartment with stock ride height... I'm not sure how you can stand these SA roads being that low lol.
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by 8 Maniac
I scraped a bit coming into my apartment with stock ride height... I'm not sure how you can stand these SA roads being that low lol.
I agree, i'm lowered and kinda wish i was at stock height again sometimes. lol
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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 02:45 PM
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Seriously? I'm decently low and I only have to watch out for the entrances to places around here that are worried about being flooded or something. They aren't even an incline. They are almost like stair steps. You definitely have to change your driving style having a lowered car though. I'm constanly on the lookout for changes in the road lol.

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Old Oct 5, 2010 | 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by j8635621
You definitely have to change your driving style having a lowered car though. I'm constanly on the lookout for changes in the road lol.
I know that's right. My miata was lowered (a decent drop) and I would eyeball potholes, dips, and any changes int he road's surface. On constant alert!
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