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    the 60 ft is what I've been fighting with. That's why the driveshaft broke at the launch. Like you say, I was leaning on it hard. I'm on the "waiting list" for an upgraded transfer case that will accept a larger diameter yoke. That's my last major weak link.
    *fingers crossed*
    But you're damn right, I go to the track whenever I can...its called seat time and learning my car. That's how you get faster and more consistant...just as you were saying.

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    Yeah. I give him a freakn A for effort. I just want the guy to listen to the ones who have been there and know. Turn that shit don't a get a damn pass in. Learn your surroundings before cranking it up. Many times I'm sure he didn't need to go max boost for the win. People remember your last failure longer than your first accomplishment.
    He know if my ass wasn't so damn busy my car would be at the big payouts also.

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    I've had several successful 9 second passes this season. I just came back from a big race in Ohio where I had 3 9's in a row and nothing broke. (probably weakened then driveshaft). Luck would just have it that my shit broke at this race. I was trying to improve my 60' and the driveshaft disagreed with me. You have to keep pushing if you want to get faster.

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    Yea I think almost every time I have been to Reynolds I've seen your (gastroker) car out there running. I have yet to see it make a good pass but I always anticipate it cause the car looks and sounds sick. Usually sounds like it's breaking up pretty bad. What's been the problem with it? I and a few of my friends have always wondered. We're out there rootin for ya though.


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    It took me AWHILE to accept I needed to turn mine down to get mine sorted out. Here is what did it for me...I would do an online HP calculator (no comments on the accuracy) after a night at the track. The MPH might indicate I made 800hp but the ET indicated I only got 700 to the ground. I didnt need to make more power....just use what I already had. Once I left the power alone and worked on the suspension and tune for the first 330' things came together. The last time I went to the track was a friday night at SDR and then 2 days later to steele. My runs went like this and in this order
    9.86 9psi
    9.83 9psi with shock adjustment
    9.66 12 psi
    9.64 12 psi and shock adjustment
    9.50 14psi and shock adjustment
    9.44 14psi and tune adjustment
    9.39 14.5psi
    My friends can tell you how long I spent at 9 and 12psi until it ran the numbers it was supposed to. Once it did and I upped the boost the ets did exactly what they should. Now the hp calculators only show a 4hp difference between MPH hp indicated vs ET hp used. Thats thinkin with ur dipstick Jimmy.


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    Mr.Incontt
    So what times are you running now? Thats nice numbers for low boosts, That car reminds me of the show on speed channel PINKS. The ws6 against the honda kid.. It was a damn ass spanking I didn't want to see ever again. Never did they put a real import with a V8.

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    I havent run since then. That was September 12th i think. Im missing 2-3 mph on the back half of the track so thats my main concern ...figuring that out. We will see if the larger turbine housing helps next weekend. The spool has slowed but I reached my goal of a 9.3x at 15psi or less so its all just educational now. I may not ever go faster than a 9.3x....I can live with that....I get nervous after 140mph....I can not handle the mph that Mike runs.


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    I've not had any breaking up issues this year. Not sure what u were hearing.it hits the rev limit in first gear sometimes

    Incontt u make a good point. I was starting to play with my suspension just recently to help with the 60'. I think I stiffened it too much in the rear which shocked the driveline too much. The intent was to keep more weight on the front tires to reduce spinning but the biproduct was shocktreatment to the rear.

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    Mr. t2ku
    Please take it easy on the tune question... We wouldn't want to start a new convo on EFI 101 or setup 101. The break up was maybe the nos bouncing the revs pass its limit before shifts.
    When you talk about someones tune it like callin them out....lol
    Its all constructive bro be easy

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    On a awd setup I got NO advice to offer...no idea what might work. An auto would be so much better on parts and the 60' but I dont think thats an option for you


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    Quote Originally Posted by Seven View Post
    Mr. t2ku
    Please take it easy on the tune question... We wouldn't want to start a new convo on EFI 101 or setup 101. The break up was maybe the nos bouncing the revs pass its limit before shifts.
    When you talk about someones tune it like callin them out....lol
    Its all constructive bro be easy
    I have heard it several times too...I always thought it was rev limiter and/or overly rich by the sound


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    hmm Mr.GASTROKER,
    You care to explain the madness in your breakups? I think I know but like every test question the answers are in the back. How much juice; Nos; Gas; are you choke'n your motor with? Some have said 150 hp then some say none....... the public would like to know

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seven View Post
    Music playing in the backgroung......
    Bro you still on that shit? I'm excited you know my car and not the driver. But easy on the dick sucking. You think you know the shop and RJ its a small freak'n world wanna a cookie...door prize for you when you leave. The shit talking is the reason your shit gets faster, its the reason why you take your lazyass to the track and learn the car before you speak. People(Shop) put on blast teaches that you have to crawl before you try to battle. Just because you turn a wrench for a dealership don't think your the only one with a car.

    Thanks for the 2 young man. But that was so long ago pull your panties out your ass and move on. I wont talk about your mechanic I see you wasn't willing to open your wallet.
    Sorry bro but you must have me mistaken. I don't have a race car nor do I work at a dealership. I worked at Nissan about 2yrs ago but nothing special. Oh and RJ is not my mechanic. I do know him and his crew but they don't work on my car nor have I been to their shop in over a year. I went to a dyno day next door when they 1st opened but that's about it.
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    okay then. after my message i'm done with you.

    If you don't know the damn shop from (one time in band camp) damn dyno day and you never taken a car for repairs(not your mechanic nor friend) and you only been to a shop one time in a year.. Word of advice don't jump on anyone's sack until you know what/who your talking about.

    This whole time you defending a loser just made me think how much of a ricer you are.... do you still rewind fast and furious and at night?

    Oh yeah BLK JDM ( why do you have a german car on your photo when your name don't match) couldn't you find another photo or is that papi's car. Your my Hero

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    so is The Guy with the turbo2 this guy? because I remember that rx7. clean. I always loved that car
    I'm just that guy that spends all his time printing.... T-shirts, banners, vinyl, etc.

    "Speed has never killed anyone, suddenly becoming stationary.... that's what gets you"

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    Mr. Stillaneon,

    I used to own that rx7 years back 2004-late06. I have moved on to smaller and faster autos thus far. That car was a tribute to true mazda JDM. I loved to run it top end when my girl wasn't in the car. I now have a blue rx3drag car and a gray(gunmetal)240z with a rb in it. If you have seen either cars you know i'm a humble guy until you challenge me. Then my alter ego comes out. TRIPPLE SIX its a wrap then.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seven View Post
    okay then. after my message i'm done with you.

    If you don't know the damn shop from (one time in band camp) damn dyno day and you never taken a car for repairs(not your mechanic nor friend) and you only been to a shop one time in a year.. Word of advice don't jump on anyone's sack until you know what/who your talking about.

    This whole time you defending a loser just made me think how much of a ricer you are.... do you still rewind fast and furious and at night?

    Oh yeah BLK JDM ( why do you have a german car on your photo when your name don't match) couldn't you find another photo or is that papi's car. Your my Hero
    My name has been that since 2002 when I had a JDM EG hatch. I am black and I was into JDM. Even though I've had other cars since then I never bothered to change my name. Oh and the Audi is my car. Not my parents sorry I may be young but not that young. Oh and don't worry w/ me I'm a nobody. I do know RJ as stated before and I see that he's trying to build decent cars. I haven't heard any bad about him until now. Sorry but I've never been a ricer just a guy that respects anyone who puts hard earned money into a hobby. I respect you!! Honestly!
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    I have a 150 shot for spool up. When boost reaches a certain PSI it shuts off. It does do it sometimes if I bog really bad on the launch because the rpms get too low and it loads up on fuel. You may have heard that because I know I've had several bogged launches most of which were earlier in the year when I had the nitrous turned off completely.

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    I've always been pretty public with the status of my car. I have nothing to hide. So I guess that would explain why some say 150 and some say. None. Depending on what point in the year I was asked I may not have been using the bottle.
    So to recap:
    Bogged launch = breakup in 1st gear
    Spinning launch = bouncing off rev limit in 1st gear

    No break up in other gears

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    For those that don't know me but want 2 see the car I found a few pics
    enjoy.
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    why cant i make the pics go bigger? Mike did you break my internet?


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    yeah, I'm having that same problem.... I'm trying to make it larger but its not working. I'm a Trained killer not a IT person. Give me a min to adjust back to civil life and correct the photos. until then squeeze your eyes

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seven View Post
    yeah, I'm having that same problem.... I'm trying to make it larger but its not working. I'm a Trained killer not a IT person. Give me a min to adjust back to civil life and correct the photos. until then squeeze your eyes
    I'm both.
    "I'm not a gynecologist... but I'll take a look."


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    Okay,
    Sorry if its a lil big. Now these photos were taken last year things have changed thus far. The car setup is on a lower stance and has been scaled out (drag racer lingo). If you want specs ask otherwise I don't want to brag.

    So to the ricers that never been 9's or 8's do you think you would beat your light bill and call me out........ choose your battles wisely

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    If you wanted any photos from the Showdown please visit:

    http://www.lifecapturedphotos.com/

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seven View Post

    So to the ricers that never been 9's or 8's do you think you would beat your light bill and call me out........ choose your battles wisely
    I wish serving in the military and 7 second passes made people less of an asshat. You sir, just come off as an unplesent person.

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    Ok....
    In defense of my character sir, I was provoked into displaying my altered ego Tripple Six. You may judge ones nature from a blog if you shall. But if you think for one bit I'm concerned on how you view me then your wrong. If you don't stand for anything you fall for everything atleast you know I will never quit nor accept defeat.

    A hurt dog always barks, I'm sorry if I stepped on your tail. You can also have a fast car with a lil luck pm me if you wish to talk about it.

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    Sucks we missed it. I always love IS!!!! Hope y'all had fun!
    Val for president!

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    Tracy i didnt go either.....no work SUX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    I saw ur cute doggies last time at BG.....sweet babies


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    Default VIDEO

    Here is a short video of a couple of Hondas that were out in the Parking Lot @ this event. (no actual race footage)


    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpoR70F8X50



    Enjoy... Plz comment & rate
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