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Old 06-16-2013, 07:50 PM
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I started using Black Wow on my 2006 R53. So far I love it. The key is to have the right kind of applicator. A microfiber towel doesn't work for me. I use a dense foam pad that doesn't absorb the product but let's me rub it on evenly. Then I apply VERY small drops onto the pad (1 sesame seed size drop) and rub it in. It looks fantastic and lasts a long time.
 
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Old 06-16-2013, 09:40 PM
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Installed my Chromiumtech scoop and DDM IC diverter also made a diverter to fill the gap





 
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Old 06-17-2013, 04:19 AM
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Cool. Where do they sell thos?
I bought a sheet of vinyl and did it myself. Not sure if anyone sells pre-cut pieces.
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 06:42 AM
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Originally Posted by COR BLMY
Installed my Chromiumtech scoop and DDM IC diverter also made a diverter to fill the gap

I am really interested in the diverter you made. Was it pretty simple? Could you provide a how to on this?

Thanks..It all looks awesome!
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 10:34 AM
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I did a fun thing as I took it on a road trip for 640 miles this past weekend.
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 10:43 AM
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I installed a front tow hook
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 10:52 AM
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I installed some new stripes on my bonnet and boot.

 
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Old 06-17-2013, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by LittleJoe
I installed some new stripes on my bonnet and boot.

Nice ^^^^
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by tigerhonaker
Nice ^^^^
Thanks. I was actually just looking at the pics of your car in a different threat. Sweet car!!
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 01:49 PM
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Thanks. I was actually just looking at the pics of your car in a different threat. Sweet car!!
Thanks like your New Stripes

You did good.
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 04:15 PM
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I put in a new serpentine belt on my 09 just-a.
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 07:55 PM
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My guy basically done with my HL setup! Can't wait to take pictures with them on;-).
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 08:00 PM
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replaced an ABS sensor only to find out that drilling out the old one may have messed up the tone ring on the axle :-( my abs turns off then turns back on after driving 15 ft

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Originally Posted by Swimbaxter
I am really interested in the diverter you made. Was it pretty simple? Could you provide a how to on this?

Thanks..It all looks awesome!
Thanks . this one is in my automatic commuter I did the same for the race car . .. Photo isn't great this is a brushed alum plate notched to fit the brackets in the IC . that with the way it fits into the hood gasket and ... good to go .
The automatic engine sits higher than the 6 speed . and I did this because the new scoop actually sits a bit further "forward" than the stocker .
I will make some in ABS some in alum and others in CF to fit both ... they will be on the website soon .
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 08:46 PM
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Finished the clutch replacement (that was one heck of a project) and also installed a cravenspeed short shifter, nm shifter box cover, and nm torque arm insert. While I had everything apart I also repainted my upper and lower jcw grills as well as all black parts of my jcw side scuttles black.

THEN took it out for a spirited drive! Every thing worked! :-D very happy
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by RobMuntean
My guy basically done with my HL setup! Can't wait to take pictures with them on;-).
Looks good, any links or more info about them?
 
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Old 06-17-2013, 10:58 PM
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Looks good, any links or more info about them?
Actually yes, his name is Francis, email at Dynamikillu51ons@gmail.com or call 313-303-6210. Also checkout their work, YouTube.com/Dynamikillu51ons.
Facebook.com/Dynamikillu51ons
 
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I built a little jumpseat for my dog, so he can ride between/behind the seats of the Roadster while my fiancee is in the passenger seat. Basically, I just cut a wedge shape out of foam, sewed a cover from some scrap fabric and knotted a spare leash through the middle of it to keep him from moving around too much. I'm going to add a strap underneath the center armrest to keep it from shifting during a ride, but I took it out for a test spin without it and the friction of being jammed between the seats held it in place relatively well.

Kudzu seemed to enjoy it.
 
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Old 06-18-2013, 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by RobMuntean
My guy basically done with my HL setup! Can't wait to take pictures with them on;-).
Looking good so far. Can't wait to see them on your car. Might have to consider doing the same to mine!
 
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Old 06-18-2013, 02:47 PM
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K, so it was a couple weekends ago, but shot the bonnet with black Plasti-Dip to hide all the rock chips until I can save up some $$$ to get the nose re-shot. It looks a bit like a "Zorro" mask, or maybe the fifth Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle that was left out of the cartoon and movie because his mask was black....

Also, last Thursday night, finally got and installed 380cc injectors to go with the JCW tune. Huge difference!

C ya,
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Old 06-18-2013, 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by St_G
I built a little jumpseat for my dog, so he can ride between/behind the seats of the Roadster while my fiancee is in the passenger seat. Basically, I just cut a wedge shape out of foam, sewed a cover from some scrap fabric and knotted a spare leash through the middle of it to keep him from moving around too much. I'm going to add a strap underneath the center armrest to keep it from shifting during a ride, but I took it out for a test spin without it and the friction of being jammed between the seats held it in place relatively well.

Kudzu seemed to enjoy it.
This sounds really cool! Can we get some pictures please
 
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Old 06-18-2013, 03:53 PM
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Originally Posted by joe_bfstplk
K, so it was a couple weekends ago, but shot the bonnet with black Plasti-Dip to hide all the rock chips until I can save up some $$$ to get the nose re-shot. It looks a bit like a "Zorro" mask, or maybe the fifth Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle that was left out of the cartoon and movie because his mask was black....

Also, last Thursday night, finally got and installed 380cc injectors to go with the JCW tune. Huge difference!

C ya,
Dutch
So finally got them in how much of a difference did it make? were you getting error codes from the old ones working overtime?

oh BTW any pics of the "TMNT"
 
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Old 06-18-2013, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by DTH2CHRM

Looking good so far. Can't wait to see them on your car. Might have to consider doing the same to mine!
Thanks! Me too, I'm working all day tomorrow so it'll have to wait till Thursday possibly! I will post photos on here.
 
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Sure thing, as soon as I make some refinements. The idea is solid, as our first test proved, but the execution definitely needs a little work.

Originally Posted by diver7
This sounds really cool! Can we get some pictures please
 
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Put on a Subaru STI lip and gave it a wash!

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