THE NEW OFFICIAL WINTER MODS 2009 THREAD

[Extremedsm]

Moved due to other tread being F'ed up!

Well, things are not looking too good. Did an boost leak test today and air was pouring out by the tps. Took the tps off and put a big o-ring in that side of the throttle body. Put it all back together and did another boost leak test. Air comes pouring out the other side of the t/b. At 1psi it started leaking and would only go up to 16psi.

Made an appointment at Buschur earlier today and now may have to be canceled. Have to call the place where I got the t/b from and do some bitching!!!!

[TomKat]

Oh my. What a shocker. Problems already.

Throw some more $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ at it.

[Posihead]

Oh my. What a shocker. Problems already.

Throw some more $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ at it.

and some feces, YEAH, throw some feces at it too, like a monkey would! Ooooo Ooooo Ooooo Ahhhh Ahhhh Ahhhh!!!!!! :wink:

[Extremedsm]

Oh my. What a shocker. Problems already.

Throw some more $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ at it.

It will be taken care of!!! Otherwise, I will crawl through the phone and choke them a little!

[Pointdsm]

I'm waiting for winter to be over to perform my winter mods.

Aluminum radiator, thermostat housing, stat, and Fan Delete.
Cat-Delete( VPT)
New front control arms
New RTAB's
New Coolant Sensor
SSK with new bushings
New Carrier Bearing and Guibo
Tint! (Devlish)
Very major cleaning.

Still no pictures of the car, because of a lack of camera.

[Getsideways]

Thats what you deal with when you mod a car that much nothing quite works like stock
Once you modify more then 20% of your factory parts you will begin to have major trouble however keep 80% factory and only mod up 20% you will have a great car :roll: :roll: :roll:
You must be just over 20% better take something off

[devlish]

Evil explains the 80/20 rule much better. but nice try anyways

[Extremedsm]

Well, I get to deal with Skunk2 directly. This is going to be fun!!!

[Getsideways]

Evil explains the 80/20 rule much better. but nice try anyways
:roll:

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

I heard that the 80/20 rule even works in the bedroom? :shock:

[Extremedsm]

99.7 miles were put on the evo today. Will update with progress later. Need sleep...

[EVILUTION]

That must have been fun! I think I'm gonna break mine out too. This parking in the winter is bull shit.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

That must have been fun! I think I'm gonna break mine out too. This parking in the winter is bull shit.

X 2

After taking a rip in HLM's RS, I decided to take my evo to work today.

[devlish]

I heard that the 80/20 rule even works in the bedroom? :shock: if she's on top... you only do 20% of the work while she does 80%, right? hell, if you can manage to fall asleep, put 100% on her!

[006r]

double post

[006r]

After taking a rip in HLM's RS, I decided to take my evo to work today.

I saw you getting a bit sideways pulling out onto cental. Looked pretty sweet.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

After taking a rip in HLM's RS, I decided to take my evo to work today.

I saw you getting a bit sideways pulling out onto cental. Looked pretty sweet.

ha, its just too much fun!

[Wolf///M3]

That must have been fun! I think I'm gonna break mine out too. This parking in the winter is bull shit.

thats why i dont haha

[Extremedsm]

Well I think the evo is ready for the road trip to Ohio. I put a total of 120 miles on it so far with no problems.

VPT and I took the throttle body apart and put some o-rings in it and there were two aluminum inserts in there that needed to be sealed up. There were 2 other boost leaks that were dealt with because I was afraid of tightening the t-bolt clamps down too much and crushing the aluminum pipes. Did a boost leak test and got up to 35psi and a hose blew off. Flared the end and put a zip tie on it and did another boost leak test. Went up to 40psi with no leaks. Kick ass!!!

The red sounds awsome!!! You can hear it very well whistling through the exhaust. Tial bov is very loud also. I had one on my white talon but could not hear it over the exhaust.

I did not really beat on the car. Turbo, cams and meth without having it tuned, who knows what will happen. I had it half throttle in 2nd and blipped the throttle and it feels like it wants to GO!!!

[highline_motorsports]

[quote="Extremedsm"]Well I think the evo is ready for the road trip to Ohio. I put a total of 120 miles on it so far with no problems.

so when are you leaving??

[Extremedsm]

Don't know exactly. I will let you know.

[EVILUTION]

Extreme... its good to see you excited about the project!

[Extremedsm]

I will not be so excited when there is a rod hanging out of my block. :x

By the way, Eagle F1's are NOT winter tires!!!

[Pointdsm]

Thanks to the warm weather today, I was able to tear the old window tint off the car, and do a couple checks of the engine bay. An entire day will easily be spent cleaning this engine bay, as it is far dirtier and corroded as I first thought. I also was suprised to see how bad my lower control arm bushing was, it will be replaced first.

First day of the year driving with the windows down...and the heat off!

[DirtyBird]

well, now that i finally have a engine hoist and engine stand the T/A is finally getting worked on. engine is 2 bolts from coming out, parts have been searched for. on the other side of the coin, the civ has a new windsheild, and CF hood. right upper ball joint was replaced, getting a new o2 here this week. sunroof has also been found and will be picked up as soon as the snow goes bye- so far the T/A has a 2.5" cat back, and K&N FIPK. When i was under it i also got a good suprise of upgraded LRCAs and some nice 275 C4 vette meats on all four corners. :D in between the engine rebuild it will be getting a cat removal and new y-pipe to replace the dented stocker. A/C and emissions removal is also gonna be done to save me a headache putting it all back in-

[Tcatt]

Yesterday I replaced the rear brake pads (temporary fix), cleaned up my DV, and my N75 valve(boost regulation valve). Next warmer day we have ill be taking a closer look at the o2 sensor with all the wires that got ripped off. :roll:

[Extremedsm]

Well, bluepy has been pulled out of storage. Crappy pictures but you get the idea. Lots of work to be done!!!

http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/4706/dsc01491sw4.jpg (http://img518.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc01491sw4.jpg)
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[Deadly_Evolution]

Well it's been a while so time for an updated. Plans have changed due to money. A shift from spend to save mode. :cry:

Here is what I was able to get done or purchased so far.
- OEM power steering pump
- OEM front LSD
- ACT 6 puck clutch and heavy duty pressure plate
- ACT 10 lb flywheel
- Blox solid front motor mount
- Kartboy poly underhood shifter bushings

Also in process of replacing the syncros in the tranny, and upgrading the TC cover bolts.

Before the season starts I will also be putting a new battery, new OEM rear spherical LCA bearings, and 60k service. Picking up a set of used race rubber for lapping days, and a set of track brake pads.

If things get better I will also be picking up some kind of suspension, and a bigger fuel pump.

[camaro2010]

my winter mods, 2010 camaro 2ss 6.2L 6 speed auto, silver with black leather/orange accent package is ordered and will be here april'ish

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/2010silverss.jpg

new engine is built and ready to go: LS3 stroker 415ci, forged crank, h-beam rods, mahle pistons, cnc ported LS3 heads with pac springs, comp cam, easy 580hp



http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/ls3012.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/ls3011.jpg

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http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/LS3015.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/ls3longblock002.jpg

my car has been chosen to be the test car for a major header/exhaust company and these are the prototype headers, all stainless with a 3" stainless x pipe

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/ARHG812.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/ARHG88.jpg

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6L80E yank 3000rpm converter

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q299/camaro1994/yank.jpg

[TomKat]

Dayum.

[EVILUTION]

Holy shit!

Does the new engine utilize the stock ECU?

[camaro2010]

Holy shit!

Does the new engine utilize the stock ECU?



yes, all factory items will bolt-on to this engine, the original engine is a L99 376ci 400hp with displacenemt on demand, new engine is a LS3 415ci,

[highline_motorsports]

wholly balls somone has some money to burn!!!

[austinj06]

Thats gonna be one hell of a car! Guy hasnt even driven it yet, and already has a new motor for it!!

[Wolf///M3]

New to-do list:

New bumper...
New clutch... Any suggestions?
Stock exhaust.... For daily use still keeping the 3"
Fender linings
FP Green turbo!!!

[Deadly_Evolution]

Need a new clutch JJ? What happened to the ACT that was in there?

I can give you lots of suggestions, but the real questions would be, what do you want to spend, and what do you want to do with the car?

[Pointdsm]

Cam or SC the BMW!

Listen to TK and make the evo stock......

[Deadly_Evolution]

Cam or SC the BMW!

Listen to TK and make the evo stock......

Screw that.. there is nothing wrong with modding the EVO if it's done right.

[Wolf///M3]

Not sure what happened to the clutch just slips or even shakes when I boost so any suggestions are great thanks

[Wolf///M3]

Cam or SC the BMW!

Listen to TK and make the evo stock......

Would love to but I think the m3 is perfect the way it sits haha

[Deadly_Evolution]

Not sure what happened to the clutch just slips or even shakes when I boost so any suggestions are great thanks

It really depends what you want to spend. If you have the money I would run a twin disc like Tilton or Carbonetics. Or possibly a Quartermaster. Exedy's are very hit or miss. There seem to be more complaints with their twin disk by far. Expect to pay $1200-$4000 for the above mentioned clutches. No need for a triple.

Personally I think all you "need" is another ACT single. The current clutch in your car is the exact same one going into my car this spring. If you liked the clutch you had (BTW that thing took a hell of beating in it's life).. they are cheap.. I paid less then $500 for mine shipped new, figure adding in $200-$300 for a new flywheel if your's can't be resurfaced or you want something lighter. I'm using a 10 lb ACT flywheel, stock is 13 lb. Both cost about $250-$300. If you're looking for a clutch to handle 400 hp and want something a bit more street worthy. I'd honestly consider the ACT HDSS. It's the same clutch that came out of my car, and the same one in Toms car. Neither of us had problems with it, besides mine wearing out. But clutches will do that.

[Wolf///M3]

Thanks dude appreciate it... I guess I have some shopping to do haha

[highline_motorsports]

New to-do list:

New bumper...
New clutch... Any suggestions?
Stock exhaust.... For daily use still keeping the 3"
Fender linings
FP Green turbo!!!


HLM TO THE RESCUE!!!

Bumper find one and I will get it painted and installed for you, since I was a helper to wrecking the current one..

Clutch I have a perfect setup for you that is cheap and duarable..

Stock exhaust I have one in parts storage for you..

Fender lineings.. 90 for each

FP Green turbo, well U figure that one out but I can install it for you!!

You know where to find me!!

[Wolf///M3]

Well thank u good sir we will b in touch

[Deadly_Evolution]

I found a place to get the fender linings for like $60 each and they come with the clips. I'll try and find the website later on.

[highline_motorsports]

I found a place to get the fender linings for like $60 each and they come with the clips. I'll try and find the website later on.

sweet thanks!!

[Tcatt]

hey highline, you feel like painting a new fender for the GTI? Mine has a huge dent that is beyond repairable.

[highline_motorsports]

hey highline, you feel like painting a new fender for the GTI? Mine has a huge dent that is beyond repairable.

sure, u need a fender or do u have one??

[Tcatt]

I have to buy yet. Well I found one for $42 and one for $130.

[highline_motorsports]

I have to buy yet. Well I found one for $42 and one for $130.


well pm me with deatils, i dont want to highjack the thread with business stuff..

[Getsideways]

here is someones current winter mod so heres more info on it
http://forums.evolutionm.net/evo-engine-turbo-drivetrain/397897-most-wanteds-fp-red-powered-rs-631whp-535tq.html

[Tcatt]

^^damn :shock:

[Extremedsm]

I am sitting at a super 8 motel 20 minutes away from Buschur Racing, :twisted:

[highline_motorsports]

I am sitting at a super 8 motel 20 minutes away from Buschur Racing, :twisted:

How was the trip??

[Extremedsm]

Horrible!!! Stupid me ended up in rush hour traffic in Chitown. Stupid tranny in my trunk kept clunking around with every bump I hit. The roads are horrible due to the cold weather. And the damn evo seats are very uncomfortable. Got a little scared, it started snowing but cleared up right away.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

I told ya we shoulda put some more padding in with that trans. ha,

Lets see some #'s tomorrow!

[Getsideways]

oh man i cant wait to see what happens

[highline_motorsports]

oh man i cant wait to see what happens

+1

[EVILUTION]

I'm curious to see if he has ignition issues. That is one of the things most people run into when going big. I'm not sure what kind of PSI the meth injection will support but the red should easily produce 30psi and that seems like a stretch for the stock ignition.

I'm hoping he sees 420whp on BR's dyno.

[grocerygetter]

nothing fancy here, just a new Strange 1350 Chrome-moly driveshaft, new rims and bignlittle tires.

http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn24/lsxmalibu/malibu003.jpg
http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn24/lsxmalibu/malibu009.jpg

[Getsideways]

looks sharp with the wheel tire setup

[grocerygetter]

thanks, too bad the driveshaft doesnt fit, I hate custom ordering...and its always they are right, I measured wrong. :evil:

[Getsideways]

hopefully its too long not too short seems you\they will be able to cut it down easier then adding to it

[Extremedsm]

Stage 1 of Bluepy weight reduction is done. Yesterday TsiII and I worked on Bluepy for 3 or 4 hours and got quite a bit done. I went out there this morning and worked on it for 2 hours. Lots more work to do yet. Here is a picture of the progress.

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/9458/dsc01532bs6.jpg (http://img24.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc01532bs6.jpg)
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/dsc01532bs6.jpg/1/w640.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img24/dsc01532bs6.jpg/1/)

[Getsideways]

wow you got a lot done since yesterday

[highline_motorsports]

Stage 1 of Bluepy weight reduction is done. Yesterday TsiII and I worked on Bluepy for 3 or 4 hours and got quite a bit done. I went out there this morning and worked on it for 2 hours. Lots more work to do yet. Here is a picture of the progress.

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/9458/dsc01532bs6.jpg (http://img24.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc01532bs6.jpg)
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/dsc01532bs6.jpg/1/w640.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img24/dsc01532bs6.jpg/1/)


That should sound good going down the road to the auto-x events.. :D

[Extremedsm]

I do not mind short trips with a loud ass car. This car should be fun as hell. Damn, what I have to go though to have a nice rust free body. All this was done on poopy. I think VPT should get his ass over here and do some of this since I did it on poopy. :wink:

Hopefully in the next couple days I get it put on the trailer and taken over to VPT's to get some stuff welded up.

[Tcatt]

I"m thinkin some koni yellows are in order for the gti 8)

[ZUL8R]

Thinkin 14:1 JE piston for the Rappy :D

[Extremedsm]

http://img22.imageshack.us/img22/1218/dsc01537kp8.jpg (http://img22.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc01537kp8.jpg)
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[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

i see plenty of metal there to cut out still! get to work!

[benben84]

http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/9458/dsc01532bs6.jpg (http://img24.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dsc01532bs6.jpg)
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/dsc01532bs6.jpg/1/w640.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img24/dsc01532bs6.jpg/1/)
I've always wanted to do this to a car! Looks great! Any idea of how much weight was taken out?

[Extremedsm]

I have no idea how much was taken out. I have a goal to get it down to the high 1700's. It is so nice to have a car that you can fling around the track. Plus, it does not eat up tires and brakes.

Working on the other door today. It is about 2.5 - 3 hours per door.

Yes, there is plenty more to do on blupy. I just started on it....

[3ftcivic]

that door turned out awesome. good work!

[krazyk]

well im joining this thread a little late.. and its not really winter mods but spring mods that i didnt want to have to do this soon lol.... I took the quest out about 2 months ago and beat on it a little.. came home with a spun rod bearing lol.. Soooo let the games begin

hmmm im sure theres going to be more than this before im done but heres a list of what ive ordered in the last week, what i plan on ordering, and a few other things ill be doing


PARTS ALREADY IN MY POSSESSION:
Balance shaft elimination kit
new oil pump
new water pump
all engine gaskets & seals, etc..
SS oversized valves
Schneider 6610 Heavy duty valve spring kit
aftermarket head that flows almost twice what stock does
Mechanical rockers instead of the stock hydraulic
Mallory Hyfire 6al Ignition

PARTS ON THE WAY
wiseco 8:1 forged pistons 20 over:
ARP head bolts
ARP rod bolts
Clevite rod and main bearings
stock rods, race prepped( Magnafluxed, polished beams, shot peened, Reconditioned with ARP rod bolts)

PARTS COMING SOON:
aftermarket cam
Multi Port Injection intake manifold(hopfuly having VPT build this)
75lb injectors
Megasquirt & Spark
Aftermarket clutch, and lightened stock flywheel
New shoes!! not sure what tires yet still decideing

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Removing the 3.90 gear ratio in my rear end and putting stock 3.55's back in so i have better fuel economy on the hwy
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[Dizmm]

better hurry and get that thing running, race season is here!

[EVILUTION]

^ That sounds like a chunk of work!

I'm proud to say over winter I didn't do a fucking thing to my car except fill it with dryer sheets to keep the mice out. Now it smells april fresh!

I'm in the process of picking up a Zeitronix though. I plan to lose the mechanical boost gauge and feed a wideband and 3.5 bar MAP to the Zeitronix.
http://news.hspn.com/content_images/2006/old/LCD-Display1.jpg

[krazyk]

better hurry and get that thing running, race season is here!

hmmm didnt u forget?? ive got an evo to autocross now :)...

take into account break in peroid on the new motor and however long it takes me to get funds to megasquirt and Multi port it...
itll be a little bit before im beating on it really hard lol

[EVILUTION]

http://spare201.myspecv.com/claphands.gif

[Deadly_Evolution]

Call it my last winter mod or my first spring mod.
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x246/pimpazzberetta/Picture051.jpg

[austinj06]

Call it my last winter mod or my first spring mod.
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x246/pimpazzberetta/Picture051.jpg

Holy Shit! You cleaned those?? Those have to be new, because the old ones were garbage!

[Deadly_Evolution]

Ha, that's funny. When I got the car the floormats were so dirty, I didn't even know they said "lancer Evolution VIII". Some good ol Totaly Awesome and a pressure washing later. Holly shit " lancer Evolution " badging. Reguardless a new set was in order.

[austinj06]

Ha, that's funny. When I got the car the floormats were so dirty, I didn't even know they said "lancer Evolution VIII". Some good ol Totaly Awesome and a pressure washing later. Holly shit " lancer Evolution " badging. Reguardless a new set was in order.

Ha, I remember that!
How she running?? Any power mods in the near future??

[Deadly_Evolution]

Ha, I remember that!
How she running?? Any power mods in the near future??

Car runs great, power mods? Of course but nothing for a while.

[Posihead]

well im joining this thread a little late.. and its not really winter mods but spring mods that i didnt want to have to do this soon lol.... I took the quest out about 2 months ago and beat on it a little.. came home with a spun rod bearing lol.. Soooo let the games begin

hmmm im sure theres going to be more than this before im done but heres a list of what ive ordered in the last week, what i plan on ordering, and a few other things ill be doing


PARTS ALREADY IN MY POSSESSION:
Balance shaft elimination kit
new oil pump
new water pump
all engine gaskets & seals, etc..
SS oversized valves
Schneider 6610 Heavy duty valve spring kit
aftermarket head that flows almost twice what stock does
Mechanical rockers instead of the stock hydraulic
Mallory Hyfire 6al Ignition

PARTS ON THE WAY
wiseco 8:1 forged pistons 20 over:
ARP head bolts
ARP rod bolts
Clevite rod and main bearings
stock rods, race prepped( Magnafluxed, polished beams, shot peened, Reconditioned with ARP rod bolts)

PARTS COMING SOON:
aftermarket cam
Multi Port Injection intake manifold(hopfuly having VPT build this)
75lb injectors
Megasquirt & Spark
Aftermarket clutch, and lightened stock flywheel
New shoes!! not sure what tires yet still decideing

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Removing the 3.90 gear ratio in my rear end and putting stock 3.55's back in so i have better fuel economy on the hwy
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Been there, done that!!! :)
http://b8.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/01280/87/77/1280137778_l.jpg

[krazyk]

Been there, done that!!! :)
http://b8.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/01280/87/77/1280137778_l.jpg

looks like that cheap ass centerforce dual friction clutch that was in cashs car lol

[Posihead]

Yup, that it is, lol, that clutch would even slip while the tires were spinning, haha, fail!

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

Well, My winter mod purchase is all done, just gotta get them all installed.

Power Mods:
Full turbo back exhaust - installed
Cobb AP Stage 2 - Installed

Brakes:
Carbotech XP12's
Motul600 fluid

Suspension:
5Zigen FN01R-c 18in x 8.5in w/ 265/35-18 Kuhmo v700 Race rubber
Koni single adjustables with Ground control Springs and adjusters on custom STi Housings all tuned and valved at Ground-Control with 500fr/400rr spring rates.
Top Mount Ground Control Camber/Caster Plates
http://www.ground-control-store.com/images/fullsize/CCPWRXTOP_fs.jpg

Other Misc:
Custom made STi Harness bar w/harness

Only other thing is to have the entire car washed, clay bar'd, and some wax.

[devlish]

my winter/spring mod just arrived in a big crate

[EVILUTION]

STIzmm that sounds like a fancy ass setup you have there.... Congrats!

Those low profile 265's should provide crazy grip!

Did you have to roll the fenders to get those to fit?

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

STIzmm that sounds like a fancy ass setup you have there.... Congrats!

Those low profile 265's should provide crazy grip!

Did you have to roll the fenders to get those to fit?

well, I sorta went overboard with the suspension. For nearly 2 months now, even before I had the car, I was searching on a daily basis for some good used coilovers (maybe JIC's or KW's). Found NOTHING. Figured I'd give Ground Control a call as they didn’t list anything on their website. Come to find out they do make a full coilover setups for subarus on a sale by sale basis. basically they don’t make an out-of-the-box setup, every order is customer tailored to the buyers specs/needs.

as for the race rubber, I hope they will fit with minimal rolling. we'll see after the coilovers are on and the current race rubber (245/35-18, which fit with no rubbing anywhere) is worn off.

[austinj06]

my winter/spring mod just arrived in a big crate
What did you get??

[devlish]

not really 100% sure actually... didn't open the crate yet. i have a good idea, but the details are being emailed to me later this week as to what's really inside. :)

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

i say sell whatever is in the crate. what could be better than the 4 door big wing'd car that you just bought?

[VPT]

well, I sorta went overboard with the suspension. For nearly 2 months now, even before I had the car, I was searching on a daily basis for some good used coilovers (maybe JIC's or KW's). Found NOTHING. Figured I'd give Ground Control a call as they didn’t list anything on their website. Come to find out they do make a full coilover setups for subarus on a sale by sale basis. basically they don’t make an out-of-the-box setup, every order is customer tailored to the buyers specs/needs.

as for the race rubber, I hope they will fit with minimal rolling. we'll see after the coilovers are on and the current race rubber (245/35-18, which fit with no rubbing anywhere) is worn off.



So your going to try out a suspension that no one really knew they made and no one really tested. Awesome!

[devlish]

it's ground control. it's good. it's like buying a lexus without ever driving it beforehand... how bad can it be?

Ground Control has been around for years, and what dizzm got is just a custom combination of their awesome products. all tested on other vehicles previously, just brought together by the smart all-knowing techs at GC. errr, something like that anyways :)

as for my crate of goodness... who knows what'll happen. i do like the STi, but it's more than i really need. i'm sure i'll make one highspeed event this summer and only a handful of autoX's & shawano days. money is not my strong point right now, and we all know how much a highspeed event costs. it's isn't cheap for a day of fun. i'm in the middle right now on what to do. i have too many options. apparently, winning the lottery and keeping everyting didn't make it into my list of options though.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

So your going to try out a suspension that no one really knew they made and no one really tested. Awesome!

Never said no one had it, but rather they dont offer an off-the-shelf boxed up set of coilovers. They build them to your specs. There are few guys running these with outstanding results.

[VPT]

it's ground control. it's good. it's like buying a lexus without ever driving it beforehand... how bad can it be?

Ground Control has been around for years, and what dizzm got is just a custom combination of their awesome products. all tested on other vehicles previously, just brought together by the smart all-knowing techs at GC. errr, something like that anyways :)


Ground control makes the cheapest coil overs on ebay.

[VPT]

Never said no one had it, but rather they dont offer an off-the-shelf boxed up set of coilovers. They build them to your specs. There are few guys running these with outstanding results.



It'll be interesting.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

Ground control makes the cheapest coil overs on ebay.


you dont know too much about suspension do you.

[VPT]

I know ground control makes the cheapest coil overs on ebay. I had them on my silver crx 50 bux for the whole set NEW.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

I know ground control makes the cheapest coil overs on ebay. I had them on my silver crx 50 bux for the whole set NEW.

Those were NOT ground controls. haha

[VPT]

I know what I bought. They were ground controls. 50 bux.

[VPT]

I guess we could make a venture over to ervs and check them out and see what they are if your in denial.

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

I guess we could make a venture over to ervs and check them out and see what they are if your in denial.

go check them out.

Just the Ground Control springs, sleeves, and adjusters cost $399.

http://www.ground-control-store.com/products/description.php/II=84/CA=25


This is probably what you bought, they are very popular amongst the honda guys
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/92-95-honda-civic-lowering-coilovers_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ72Q3a1171Q7c 66Q3a2Q7c65Q3a12Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318Q7c301Q3a1Q7 c293Q3a1Q7c294Q3a50QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhas hZitem170314049311QQitemZ170314049311QQptZMotorsQ5 fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

[VPT]

Oh no no no, I didn't buy that junk. Ground control must have raised their prices than to bring down demand.

[VPT]

These are the ones I had on the crx http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ground-control-coilover-96-00-civic_W0QQitemZ180339764110QQihZ008QQcategoryZ3358 2QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[VPT]

This was all quite some time ago. You probably weren't even driving yet back when I got those coilovers.

[TheSolMan]

they are very popular amongst the honda guys

I don't know where you got that idea but, no, they are not, at least not with any of the many honda guys I know or on any of the many honda sites I go on.

[budzlife]

oh really maybe i can afford the $399...

[devlish]

huh?

[Dizmm, (Old Account)]

oh really maybe i can afford the $399...

WTF you spammer.

[austinj06]

oh really maybe i can afford the $399...

who the hell is this guy??