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Old Mar 29, 2014 | 12:51 PM
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I've got a new toy. I just bought an OBDII plug that broadcasts the data via wifi. I can connect to the local network with my ipad and use the Dashboard app to read my various engine diagnostics in real time. It shows intake temps, MAF readings, torque, hp, revs, voltage, vacuum/boost, all kinds of stuff. It's addictive and pretty cool! 30 bucks for the reader and the app!
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 01:30 PM
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Name of this new toy? And have u ever considered doing some dyno pulls on a dynojet?
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 05:49 PM
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Post new pics since your new suspension setup!
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 07:21 PM
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Post new pics since your new suspension setup!

Lol, sorry. Here you go.



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I switched to BC coil overs, and I am very happy. I haven't heard any squeaking or rattling yet, but I'll keep an ear out for it. I also upgraded my oil cooler core to a Setrab 19 row in anticipation of some heavy loading.
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by PongSanity
Name of this new toy? And have u ever considered doing some dyno pulls on a dynojet?
I hadn't really thought about that, I mean, a dyno pull doesn't really mean anything anyways. If I get an opportunity, I'll take it, but I haven't gone out looking for one specifically to get higher numbers.

The new reader is an ELM327 OBdii reader. I recommend it, it's cool as hell when you pair it up with DashCommand for iPad.
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 11:12 PM
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Looking good Anthony, are you an A&M Alum or just a fan?
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Old Mar 30, 2014 | 11:19 PM
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Looking good Anthony, are you an A&M Alum or just a fan?
Thanks! I graduated from A&M, class of '12, yeah, pretty recent.
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Old Apr 29, 2014 | 11:31 PM
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I took my car to the track a few weeks ago and had an absolute blast learning performance driving and how to push my car to the limit. I found a few deficiencies that I want to get straightened out before the next track session. I wasn't able to scrub speed as quickly as I wanted, so my braking window was longer than optimal. That meant I had to start slowing down sooner, and couldn't carry more speed into the turn.




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To that end, this is my latest purchase, it'll be installed along with new stainless lines and pads.

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Old Apr 29, 2014 | 11:56 PM
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Nice!
That pic @ the finish line is
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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 12:14 AM
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What rotors did you pick up?
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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 12:30 AM
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What rotors did you pick up?

Stoptech slotted. I've heard enough rumors about the drilled or slotted + drilled rotors failing to turn me off to them. I like the slotted look better anyways, even if they're one piece rotors and heavy as f*ck.
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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 09:05 AM
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Guys, I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I want to swap out my headers, but I'm concerned about the way it'll look. Can you help me decide? I took some time with photoshop and threw up some pictures. Let me know which one you prefer.

Here's the car as it sits now:
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Here's with the Fast Intentions long tube headers
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Which one is your favorite?
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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 09:20 AM
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LOL

It'll look so much better with long-tube headers.
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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 11:18 AM
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Long-tube headers for sure LOL
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Old Apr 30, 2014 | 04:35 PM
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Sidepipes FTW, especially those ones w/ the chrome covers that have little diamonds cut out. That would be balla!
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