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Old Aug 22, 2007 | 12:25 AM
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^ thats why I'm not buying one yet, I really wanna wait for the supercharger, my reasons were given, but as things look at the moment, it looks grim
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:39 AM
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Unfortunately, the fact is it takes a ton of effort to get even a relatively respectable amount of power out of the A/T, let alone an absolutely respectable amount.
I'll let you drive my AT 8 befor you drive Phil's 8
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:51 AM
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I've been in Phil's 8 already. I've been in 09Factor's as well.
When Easy_E1 gets his car back again, I want to ride in it, too.
Is yours particularly different, Dom?
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:56 AM
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No just did not know if you been in the AT N/A yet. Thats all.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 02:03 AM
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Yeah, I've had that "pleasure".
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 02:04 AM
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when Erick gets his car back? What happened now? What did I miss? Engine number 5??!!
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
Yeah, I've had that "pleasure".
The sarcasm is so thick that you could cut it with a knife. Some of us just want to kick back and have a soda while driving around town. I wanted that and a little speed. There's another reason also, but I promised that I would not talk about her on the forum.

Did I miss one of Erick's engine failures #5? Or was that additional sarcasm?
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 08:43 AM
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Or did Erick tubo it, keep the install really quiet, or just blow up another motor.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Phil's 8
Some of us just want to kick back and have a soda while driving around town.
Not me. I don't eat, drink (often) or use my phone when I drive.
I've got an entire entertainment system in my car and I don't even listen to music when I drive!
The '8 is underpowered as it is - I couldn't see giving up 1/4 of the power and having to live with that 15 minutes between shifts on the A/T just so I could sip on a can of Monster.
Besides - who drinks while they are shifting? Get up to speed in 6th and then reach over for the soda.

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Did I miss one of Erick's engine failures #5? Or was that additional sarcasm?
Nah. He's just getting a new OE radiator under warranty.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:38 PM
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ahh well, I guess different people have different priorities

however, we always agree we want more power
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:42 PM
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I'm waiting for my bluetooth headset to come in for my cell phone.

Meanwhile, if you can suddenly hear what I'm saying, it means I've come to a traffic light. Then if I quit talking for about 10 seconds, it means my hand that's holding the cell phone is also steering while I shift. After which you'll be able to hear me talk again, but just barely. Also it sounds like I'm in a helicopter.

Sometimes I steer and shift with the same hand, but that doesn't work so well when it's a left or right hand turn.


PS: I rarely chat on the phone while driving.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:53 PM
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I'm probably over-serious on this, but it is an absolute pet peeve for me.
When I see someone on the phone while they are driving, I wish the absolute worst things on them.
Seriously, I think it should be absolutely illegal to use your phone while driving and the penalties should be at least as harsh as drunk driving since it is actually more dangerous than DUI.

That aside, I derive so much positive energy while driving that it is incomprehensible to me why you would want anything to distract you from the feeling. I am constantly looking for reasons to go out and drive without an agenda.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 01:57 PM
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I don't mind people chatting on the phone as long as they're still driving properly.

Unfortunately most people drive like ******** when talking on the phone. Slowly moving into other lanes, driving slow in the fast lane, missing the fact that the traffic light turned green, etc.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 02:11 PM
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my tom tom is my blue tooth, lol

and yea, I really enjoy driving, just the feel, even if my car is an AT, it still gives u that feel, however, I do from time to time push my left foot onto a non-exsistant clutch, but, oh well, it was my mistake but I've come to terms with it, I still love my car anyways

back to da topic, anyone here tried the mazport upgrade for the greddy turbo kit?
because I'm thinking of turbo charging my AT sometime next january and I would like at least about 250-280 whp, I don't rly need more than that, just enugh for the fun of driving, and please for the love of god, need an ecu reflash
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 02:32 PM
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Search for "GT2871" and you will find all you need to know about upgrading the GReddy turbo.
You can PM Charles Hill about having it done for you.
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 01:59 AM
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
I'm probably over-serious on this, but it is an absolute pet peeve for me.
When I see someone on the phone while they are driving, I wish the absolute worst things on them.
Seriously, I think it should be absolutely illegal to use your phone while driving and the penalties should be at least as harsh as drunk driving since it is actually more dangerous than DUI.

That aside, I derive so much positive energy while driving that it is incomprehensible to me why you would want anything to distract you from the feeling. I am constantly looking for reasons to go out and drive without an agenda.
I would think you would spend more time with the ladies in your avatar or at least have them drive along with you.
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 02:25 AM
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thanks mm, ur helpful as always
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 02:59 AM
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I would sure love to see the HP numbers for the upgraded Greddy turbo kit, the low end and high end. It looks interesting.
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 03:23 AM
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Originally Posted by sosonic
I would sure love to see the HP numbers for the upgraded Greddy turbo kit, the low end and high end. It looks interesting.
You and me both. As soon as I have two minutes to rub together (and two nickels, too), I'm going to grab my Garrett/Honeywell connection and get a GT28 on there.
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 11:04 PM
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MazdaManiac this is thus far my favorite of your avatars. I even forgot what the thread was about.

Thank you.
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 11:08 PM
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Originally Posted by munche187
MazdaManiac this is thus far my favorite of your avatars. I even forgot what the thread was about.

Thank you.
+100 to that

i have yet to understand what this thread is about as well...
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 11:17 PM
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By the time I read these comments, I'm already onto another avatar, so I seldom know which one you mean.
It would probably be best if you describe what you see in the most lurid detail for further evaluation.
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Old Aug 24, 2007 | 11:22 PM
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what did i come in here for again?
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Old Aug 25, 2007 | 01:35 AM
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Originally Posted by MazdaManiac
By the time I read these comments, I'm already onto another avatar, so I seldom know which one you mean.
It would probably be best if you describe what you see in the most lurid detail for further evaluation.
Due to your current avatar i only vaguely remember a superb looking rear end getting some "lip service" and being flossed with some pink material -
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Old Aug 25, 2007 | 12:43 PM
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Was her thong turbocharged?
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