Sedan Chat Thread
11-10-2014, 04:20 PM
#4743
Life gets in the way, no doubt.
I've been working 100% from home for about two years now, and while I love the arrangement, I've slowly come to realize that I don't actually need a car.
Certainly not one that comes with a monthly bank payment. (Two plus more years to go on that.)
Could be worse. Better than stamp collection, IMO.
I've been working 100% from home for about two years now, and while I love the arrangement, I've slowly come to realize that I don't actually need a car.
Certainly not one that comes with a monthly bank payment. (Two plus more years to go on that.)Could be worse. Better than stamp collection, IMO.
I've got a new potential issue with my car. I'm experiencing some strange behavior associated with the lockup of the torque converter while cruising at highway speeds. It's left me concerned to say the least.
When going 70mph, in regular [D] mode, my rpm is about 2,200-2,250. But, if I step into the gas sometimes, it's like it slips up to 2,500 and then back down to 2,200-2,250. I'm thinking it is unlocking which I know is dependent on throttle position and then locking back up. To reproduce this, I back off the gas a bit and then get back into it.
This morning on the way to work, I was seeing this behavior just in normal driving in [D] mode in the highest gear. It was slipping upward a 100-200 rpm. I'll post the video in a bit. Perhaps it should have it's own thread..
Which wheels are you rocking there, Alx? They look fantastic!
11-10-2014, 08:29 PM
#4744
He got me all my parts. Of course installs were done myself
It certainly does. Sounds like you have a nice setup working from home. That would be nice, but I think distractions would get in the way for me.
I've got a new potential issue with my car. I'm experiencing some strange behavior associated with the lockup of the torque converter while cruising at highway speeds. It's left me concerned to say the least.
When going 70mph, in regular [D] mode, my rpm is about 2,200-2,250. But, if I step into the gas sometimes, it's like it slips up to 2,500 and then back down to 2,200-2,250. I'm thinking it is unlocking which I know is dependent on throttle position and then locking back up. To reproduce this, I back off the gas a bit and then get back into it.
This morning on the way to work, I was seeing this behavior just in normal driving in [D] mode in the highest gear. It was slipping upward a 100-200 rpm. I'll post the video in a bit. Perhaps it should have it's own thread..
Which wheels are you rocking there, Alx? They look fantastic!
I've got a new potential issue with my car. I'm experiencing some strange behavior associated with the lockup of the torque converter while cruising at highway speeds. It's left me concerned to say the least.
When going 70mph, in regular [D] mode, my rpm is about 2,200-2,250. But, if I step into the gas sometimes, it's like it slips up to 2,500 and then back down to 2,200-2,250. I'm thinking it is unlocking which I know is dependent on throttle position and then locking back up. To reproduce this, I back off the gas a bit and then get back into it.
This morning on the way to work, I was seeing this behavior just in normal driving in [D] mode in the highest gear. It was slipping upward a 100-200 rpm. I'll post the video in a bit. Perhaps it should have it's own thread..
Which wheels are you rocking there, Alx? They look fantastic!
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twin_snails (11-11-2014)
11-11-2014, 01:43 AM
#4745
Soo there is few more pictures from the recent photoshoot on Saturday that I'd like to share, which I personally really like too, care to share your opinion? more than welcome 
and so far 2 rolling shots from Sunday
and my personal very favorite
I notice, at least with the last rolling shot at most, that on my computer screen it isn't as sharp and as it is for example on my phone's screen where it just looks beautiful, but I guess it is the computer's screen , correct me if I'm wrong.
and so far 2 rolling shots from Sunday
and my personal very favorite
I notice, at least with the last rolling shot at most, that on my computer screen it isn't as sharp and as it is for example on my phone's screen where it just looks beautiful, but I guess it is the computer's screen , correct me if I'm wrong.
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11-11-2014, 05:57 AM
#4747
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11-11-2014, 02:20 PM
#4751
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Damn wheel spacer adapters are a PITA to install.
It took me forever to establish a good technique for keeping the front hub from turning while using the torque wrench. Very frustrating.
And then my 17mm deep socket is too thick to fit, so I had to put the duckfeet back on the corner I just removed, drive to Home Depot and buy another socket.
But I didn't realize until I got home that it was a 1/4" seat, and not a 1/2". So I used an adapter, and promptly snapped it off while torquing down the first spacer.
Now I'm dead in the water until the wife comes home with the other car.
(sigh)
I feel like an idiot.
It took me forever to establish a good technique for keeping the front hub from turning while using the torque wrench. Very frustrating.
And then my 17mm deep socket is too thick to fit, so I had to put the duckfeet back on the corner I just removed, drive to Home Depot and buy another socket.
But I didn't realize until I got home that it was a 1/4" seat, and not a 1/2". So I used an adapter, and promptly snapped it off while torquing down the first spacer.
Now I'm dead in the water until the wife comes home with the other car.
(sigh)
I feel like an idiot.
11-11-2014, 03:00 PM
#4752
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Damn wheel spacer adapters are a PITA to install.
It took me forever to establish a good technique for keeping the front hub from turning while using the torque wrench. Very frustrating.
And then my 17mm deep socket is too thick to fit, so I had to put the duckfeet back on the corner I just removed, drive to Home Depot and buy another socket.
But I didn't realize until I got home that it was a 1/4" seat, and not a 1/2". So I used an adapter, and promptly snapped it off while torquing down the first spacer.
Now I'm dead in the water until the wife comes home with the other car.
(sigh)
I feel like an idiot.
It took me forever to establish a good technique for keeping the front hub from turning while using the torque wrench. Very frustrating.
And then my 17mm deep socket is too thick to fit, so I had to put the duckfeet back on the corner I just removed, drive to Home Depot and buy another socket.
But I didn't realize until I got home that it was a 1/4" seat, and not a 1/2". So I used an adapter, and promptly snapped it off while torquing down the first spacer.
Now I'm dead in the water until the wife comes home with the other car.
(sigh)
I feel like an idiot.
11-11-2014, 03:11 PM
#4753
Damn wheel spacer adapters are a PITA to install.
It took me forever to establish a good technique for keeping the front hub from turning while using the torque wrench. Very frustrating.
And then my 17mm deep socket is too thick to fit, so I had to put the duckfeet back on the corner I just removed, drive to Home Depot and buy another socket.
But I didn't realize until I got home that it was a 1/4" seat, and not a 1/2". So I used an adapter, and promptly snapped it off while torquing down the first spacer.
Now I'm dead in the water until the wife comes home with the other car.
(sigh)
I feel like an idiot.
It took me forever to establish a good technique for keeping the front hub from turning while using the torque wrench. Very frustrating.
And then my 17mm deep socket is too thick to fit, so I had to put the duckfeet back on the corner I just removed, drive to Home Depot and buy another socket.
But I didn't realize until I got home that it was a 1/4" seat, and not a 1/2". So I used an adapter, and promptly snapped it off while torquing down the first spacer.
Now I'm dead in the water until the wife comes home with the other car.
(sigh)
I feel like an idiot.
I've learned that thin-wall sockets are becoming increasingly necessary. I couldn't even change my spark plugs with the standard spark socket. I have to go in for an oil change so I'm just going to have the dealer do it.
On securing the front hubs...any way to wedge something down onto the break pedal? I did that once but can't remember what I used, because it was one of those MacGyver "what-do-I-have-that's-available" moments.
Hmmm...stick of gum, a match and a paperclip. J/K. It did involve the use of rubber floormats to prevent whatever I wedged from moving. I can't even remember why I needed to do it now...
Oh...might have been attempting to bleed the brakes.
11-11-2014, 03:17 PM
#4754
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Another is a 3 foot section of 2x4, at a 45* angle crossing the hub between the studs. Torque down every *other* stud, and that gets you a star pattern.
I'm not sure which is worse: lateral stress on the studs with the wood, or stress against the caliper with the cotter-pin approach. (maybe the wrong word).
Which would you do?
Maybe I could get one of my kids to press the brake pedal while I'm doing this? Oh... that's not a bad idea!And where can I pick up a thin-wall, extended length, 6-sided, 17mm socket for a 1/2" ratchet? Auto Store?
11-11-2014, 03:32 PM
#4755
One approach that seems most common is to jam a screwdriver into the vents in the rotor, so that it jams up against the caliper when you torque down.
Another is a 3 foot section of 2x4, at a 45* angle crossing the hub between the studs. Torque down every *other* stud, and that gets you a star pattern.
I'm not sure which is worse: lateral stress on the studs with the wood, or stress against the caliper with the cotter-pin approach. (maybe the wrong word).
Which would you do? Maybe I could get one of my kids to press the brake pedal while I'm doing this? Oh... that's not a bad idea!
And where can I pick up a thin-wall, extended length, 6-sided, 17mm socket for a 1/2" ratchet? Auto Store?
Another is a 3 foot section of 2x4, at a 45* angle crossing the hub between the studs. Torque down every *other* stud, and that gets you a star pattern.
I'm not sure which is worse: lateral stress on the studs with the wood, or stress against the caliper with the cotter-pin approach. (maybe the wrong word).
Which would you do?
Maybe I could get one of my kids to press the brake pedal while I'm doing this? Oh... that's not a bad idea!And where can I pick up a thin-wall, extended length, 6-sided, 17mm socket for a 1/2" ratchet? Auto Store?
Seems the easiest and quickest way to get there, assuming they're willing to oblige you. 
Maybe. I would try the auto stores around. If that's not an option, there's always ordering one online.
Or there's Mac Tools but I've never tried to buy from them and I'm not sure this link will make it...looks like it's tied to my session. It is tool heaven though.
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