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RF to NON RF makes a big difference in ride.
 
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Added the M7 Monster Strut Brace.. definitely night and day difference as I have 98k miles on my R60 right now. Does not creak from the front like it used to over uneven pavement etc.. now to figure out something for the back.
 
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First good wash after a week of heavy rain.
 
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Installed rear cupholders

Installed rear cupholders. Got the kit from ECS Tuning. It had everything minus an extra screw and screw clip. Ships with one of each, but need 2 extra. Had some extra clips from my VW days. You pull the 2 from the sides to reuse and leave the center there.

 
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Installed rear cupholders. Got the kit from ECS Tuning. It had everything minus an extra screw and screw clip. Ships with one of each, but need 2 extra. Had some extra clips from my VW days. You pull the 2 from the sides to reuse and leave the center there.

Should of bought a vacuum cleaner. Hahaha. Just kidding. Looks good.
 
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Haha, yah. Didn't really notice how much dalmatian fur and other bits were scattered about until after the picture. When you have 3 dals, 3 kids a niece and great niece that share the car, it doesn't stay clean long.
 
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Originally Posted by CooperT
Installed rear cupholders. Got the kit from ECS Tuning. It had everything minus an extra screw and screw clip. Ships with one of each, but need 2 extra. Had some extra clips from my VW days. You pull the 2 from the sides to reuse and leave the center there.

We added the extra clip and screw to the kit now. Thanks for pointing that out.

And it looks great , nice job.


Hopefully not a dual water bowl for the dogs.
 
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Thanks and thanks for fixing that issue! If it were a little more waterproof, it would make for a pretty good water bowl!!! ;-)
 
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Thanks and thanks for fixing that issue! If it were a little more waterproof, it would make for a pretty good water bowl!!! ;-)
You are welcome.
 
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Installed Torque Arm Insert from NM Engineering.....
 
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Installed Torque Arm Insert from NM Engineering.....
how do you like it ?
i've been considering taking mine out.
 
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I like mine so far, only driven 25 miles or so. Takes the "sloppiness" out IMHO. Are you having an issue? Something I may want to be watching for? Please advise.....
 
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I like mine so far, only driven 25 miles or so. Takes the "sloppiness" out IMHO. Are you having an issue? Something I may want to be watching for? Please advise.....
it added a lot of vibration at idle.
 
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I have had the torque arm insert for 3+ months. It has been awesome. With the manual it really helps take the engine rock out so it is a lot easier to start off. I have not really notoiced any increased vibrations. The power transfers to the wheels is much better now. If you hace a manual it is a must have.
 
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I have done quite a bit of driving since my install a few days back and have not experienced vibration. Think I'm gonna keep it.......
 
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Originally Posted by drmini14
Installed Torque Arm Insert from NM Engineering.....
Nice upgrade and I am glad they have one for the 4 wd and 2 wd version. NM has some great stuff.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/NM.228860


 
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Nice upgrade and I am glad they have one for the 4 wd and 2 wd version. NM has some great stuff.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/NM.228860


Does this do anything for an auto?
 
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Old 09-10-2015, 07:23 AM
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Yes, the engine will still shift around pretty aggressively on an automatic on sport mode and steptronic / manual mode.
 
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Mounted up my OEM rack with Rockymounts Europitchfork. This is a great setup for my Spesh Stumpy 29er!



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A close up of the Rockymounts Driveshaft that accepts a 20 mm thru axel.

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Put a Spesh sticker on the rear window, too!

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Rehashing an old one from 2013... Wondering if you have any usage reports/advice on the RM DriveShaft in combination with the Euro Pitchforks?

Graduating to a thru-axle bike, and need this adapter, but have heard some horror stories out there...
 
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Even though we've already discussed via PM, I thought other folks might be interested. The DriveShaft works well. Once the bike is mounted, you do have to be sure to secure the rear wheel with an extra strap to keep the bike from pivoting on the axle fore and aft. I usually move the bike in the forward position and the secure the straps at the back. I just use a Gear Tie I got at Home Depot for the extra wheel strap. Then it's solid.
 
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Originally Posted by chini
Even though we've already discussed via PM, I thought other folks might be interested. The DriveShaft works well. Once the bike is mounted, you do have to be sure to secure the rear wheel with an extra strap to keep the bike from pivoting on the axle fore and aft. I usually move the bike in the forward position and the secure the straps at the back. I just use a Gear Tie I got at Home Depot for the extra wheel strap. Then it's solid.
Thanks again chini for responding here and the PM - great to pass on the learnings to the larger community...
 
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Did my front brakes and rotors this weekend.

Still got the bruises to prove it LOL
 
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Installed Remus muffler and Helix FMIC....I'll post pics shortly
 
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Love the stripe, looks great... especially the S
 


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