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#3802
Honda+Blue=My garage
Well, I got new tires and took the ride in for an alignment and the rear camber is off.
Trying to determine if I need a camber kit.
Thread in 2nd gen Suspension, but here are the specs to save you some time.
Dropped on H & R with Koni Yellows.
Camber shows
Rear Left -1.6 norm is -1.0 to 0
Rear Right -1.2 norm is -1.0 to 0
I know there will be some adverse tire wear, but does this justify a camber kit?
Thanks for the help
Trying to determine if I need a camber kit.
Thread in 2nd gen Suspension, but here are the specs to save you some time.
Dropped on H & R with Koni Yellows.
Camber shows
Rear Left -1.6 norm is -1.0 to 0
Rear Right -1.2 norm is -1.0 to 0
I know there will be some adverse tire wear, but does this justify a camber kit?
Thanks for the help
#3803
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having more negative camber isnt necessarily a bad thing. You will get some adverse tire wear but I think if you rotate them more often you will be okay. There are plenty of people who put suspension on their cars and dont get a camber kit. You dont seem to be out that much. Not enough to make a difference in my opinion.
I got one because this is how far I was out.
I got one because this is how far I was out.
#3804
Lead Footed
Rasa snasa racka frassis
Well . . . I'm out this weekend . . . can't make it. Just got the high school soccer tournament schedule and we have 2 games on Saturday!
And to top it off things have been a real bitch the past several weeks. Seems that everything that could go wrong has.
- Still no motor mounts . . .
- battery (2nd one) died 2 weeks ago
- had to replace a toilett and supply line 2 weeks ago
- brakes in the 4Runner are going out . . could be the master or boster
- still no date to get my front end fixed
- drain in kitchen backed up creating a small flood . . this will require a professional to inspect the drain to the mainline . . .
- got bronchitis and a respratory bug at the same time . . .
- and my left shoulder finally gave out . . . can't even bench 25lbs without real pain
and today I learned that our team will have to cut 2 people . . . and there are only 13 of us . . . :blindfold
I guess by the end of this month it should all be roses . . . as long as they are not on top of me.
So after all this, I was looking forward to tossing a couple down with you guys.
Oh well, sometimes we hit some rough road, so onward and upward. I'll hope to make the next one.
Ruf
Well . . . I'm out this weekend . . . can't make it. Just got the high school soccer tournament schedule and we have 2 games on Saturday!
And to top it off things have been a real bitch the past several weeks. Seems that everything that could go wrong has.
- Still no motor mounts . . .
- battery (2nd one) died 2 weeks ago
- had to replace a toilett and supply line 2 weeks ago
- brakes in the 4Runner are going out . . could be the master or boster
- still no date to get my front end fixed
- drain in kitchen backed up creating a small flood . . this will require a professional to inspect the drain to the mainline . . .
- got bronchitis and a respratory bug at the same time . . .
- and my left shoulder finally gave out . . . can't even bench 25lbs without real pain
and today I learned that our team will have to cut 2 people . . . and there are only 13 of us . . . :blindfold
I guess by the end of this month it should all be roses . . . as long as they are not on top of me.
So after all this, I was looking forward to tossing a couple down with you guys.
Oh well, sometimes we hit some rough road, so onward and upward. I'll hope to make the next one.
Ruf
Last edited by RUF87; 01-09-2008 at 10:05 PM. Reason: edits
#3805
Honda+Blue=My garage
Originally Posted by trancemission
having more negative camber isnt necessarily a bad thing. You will get some adverse tire wear but I think if you rotate them more often you will be okay. There are plenty of people who put suspension on their cars and dont get a camber kit. You dont seem to be out that much. Not enough to make a difference in my opinion.
I got one because this is how far I was out.
I got one because this is how far I was out.
Sounds like I will be a Discount tire more frequent guest. Currently I rotate every 8K, sounds like I will go to 4K and shouldn't see much difference in tire wear.
The camber kit looked like $150 so the price wasn't bad, just didn't know how far out is really bad.
Mark sorry you hit the Motherlode of $hitty times. Taken individually you will knock them out quickly. Hope the physical part improves with the shoulder and respiratory. The rest can be fixed.
We will be enjoying the goodies and remember you at your soccer tourney.
#3806
Originally Posted by RUF87
Rasa snasa racka frassis
Well . . . I'm out this weekend . . . can't make it. Just got the high school soccer tournament schedule and we have 2 games on Saturday!
And to top it off things have been a real bitch the past several weeks. Seems that everything that could go wrong has.
- Still no motor mounts . . .
- battery (2nd one) died 2 weeks ago
- had to replace a toilett and supply line 2 weeks ago
- brakes in the 4Runner are going out . . could be the master or boster
- still no date to get my front end fixed
- drain in kitchen backed up creating a small flood . . this will require a professional to inspect the drain to the mainline . . .
- got bronchitis and a respratory bug at the same time . . .
- and my left shoulder finally gave out . . . can't even bench 25lbs without real pain
and today I learned that our team will have to cut 2 people . . . and there are only 13 of us . . . :blindfold
I guess by the end of this month it should all be roses . . . as long as they are not on top of me.
So after all this, I was looking forward to tossing a couple down with you guys.
Oh well, sometimes we hit some rough road, so onward and upward. I'll hope to make the next one.
Ruf
Well . . . I'm out this weekend . . . can't make it. Just got the high school soccer tournament schedule and we have 2 games on Saturday!
And to top it off things have been a real bitch the past several weeks. Seems that everything that could go wrong has.
- Still no motor mounts . . .
- battery (2nd one) died 2 weeks ago
- had to replace a toilett and supply line 2 weeks ago
- brakes in the 4Runner are going out . . could be the master or boster
- still no date to get my front end fixed
- drain in kitchen backed up creating a small flood . . this will require a professional to inspect the drain to the mainline . . .
- got bronchitis and a respratory bug at the same time . . .
- and my left shoulder finally gave out . . . can't even bench 25lbs without real pain
and today I learned that our team will have to cut 2 people . . . and there are only 13 of us . . . :blindfold
I guess by the end of this month it should all be roses . . . as long as they are not on top of me.
So after all this, I was looking forward to tossing a couple down with you guys.
Oh well, sometimes we hit some rough road, so onward and upward. I'll hope to make the next one.
Ruf
I'm no certified drain inspector, or a master surgeon to fix the shoulder, but if there is anything that I can do-just shout.
#3808
FYI-if anybody needs them, or knows somebody that needs em-give me a shout.
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...88#post5750588
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...88#post5750588
#3812
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Originally Posted by ATXCLS
Ruf, sorry to hear man. Keep your head up-things will get better.
I'm no certified drain inspector, or a master surgeon to fix the shoulder, but if there is anything that I can do-just shout.
I'm no certified drain inspector, or a master surgeon to fix the shoulder, but if there is anything that I can do-just shout.
I did get some good news . . . the mounts have been shipped.
But some bad news as well . . . the brakes on the 4Runner will cost a tad over $300 . Oh well, it's got almost 140k miles on it, so it't time to pay the piper.
Ruf
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Originally Posted by pmptx
Awesome that you are so close. I look forward to seeing you at the house for some food and cars.
I just got my order form Patrick (exceldetail) and did some minor detailing last night. Only took me 6 hours
Wash>
Clay>>
Compound needed spots and scratches>>>
Swirl remover>>>>
UPP (4 star Ultimate Paint Protection)
Turned off the lights in the garage and thought I had left some water on the car, it was a freaking reflection.
The UPP is amazing stuff. Smoother and easier than anything I have ever used.
Plan on another wash and UPP coat before the meet on Sat, we will seeif that works out.
I just got my order form Patrick (exceldetail) and did some minor detailing last night. Only took me 6 hours
Wash>
Clay>>
Compound needed spots and scratches>>>
Swirl remover>>>>
UPP (4 star Ultimate Paint Protection)
Turned off the lights in the garage and thought I had left some water on the car, it was a freaking reflection.
The UPP is amazing stuff. Smoother and easier than anything I have ever used.
Plan on another wash and UPP coat before the meet on Sat, we will seeif that works out.
#3818
Originally Posted by KaMLuNg
damn if these were yellow i would snag them off of you... ill get back to you... ill try to see if it would be cheaper to just get yellow bulbs and have these overlays on to just protect the light...
#3819
Honda+Blue=My garage
Cool on the LA crew.
Reminder to all, tomorrow is the meet at my place.
So here is the menu preview
Rotisserie Beef Rib Roast (5.5#)
Smoked Pork Loin Sandwiches with aioli
Smoked Turkey Legs
and other sides
Looking forward to a good turnout and meeting lots of the DFW crew new to the group.
See page 145 for the instructions.
I will have some beer, but bring your favorites to share.
E$ gets the Chimay in the fridge-he called shotgun on it
See you all tomorrow about noon.
Peter
Reminder to all, tomorrow is the meet at my place.
So here is the menu preview
Rotisserie Beef Rib Roast (5.5#)
Smoked Pork Loin Sandwiches with aioli
Smoked Turkey Legs
and other sides
Looking forward to a good turnout and meeting lots of the DFW crew new to the group.
See page 145 for the instructions.
I will have some beer, but bring your favorites to share.
E$ gets the Chimay in the fridge-he called shotgun on it
See you all tomorrow about noon.
Peter
#3822
Honda+Blue=My garage
Originally Posted by KaMLuNg
come talk to me and Andy after you put in 10 hrs on detailing your car, and that is with a PC....
Don't feel bad still have another 1-2 hours tonight to 303 the interior and wash with one more layer of 4 star UPP
#3823
Meet at Peter's
Hey, just wanted to let you know i'll be joining you all at Peter's tomorrow. It has been a looooong time. I'm even going to get my car washed just for the occasion...
i just got quite a bit of new camera equipment so I hope we get a chance to shoot some of the cars.
I've got a friend that wants to come too; Peter, I hope that's cool...he has an 03 Accord 6MT Coupe - thats about as close to an Acura as it gets...
See you guys tomorrow!
i just got quite a bit of new camera equipment so I hope we get a chance to shoot some of the cars.
I've got a friend that wants to come too; Peter, I hope that's cool...he has an 03 Accord 6MT Coupe - thats about as close to an Acura as it gets...
See you guys tomorrow!
#3824
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Originally Posted by pmptx
Cool on the LA crew.
Reminder to all, tomorrow is the meet at my place.
So here is the menu preview
Rotisserie Beef Rib Roast (5.5#)
Smoked Pork Loin Sandwiches with aioli
Smoked Turkey Legs
and other sides
Looking forward to a good turnout and meeting lots of the DFW crew new to the group.
See page 145 for the instructions.
I will have some beer, but bring your favorites to share.
E$ gets the Chimay in the fridge-he called shotgun on it
See you all tomorrow about noon.
Peter
Reminder to all, tomorrow is the meet at my place.
So here is the menu preview
Rotisserie Beef Rib Roast (5.5#)
Smoked Pork Loin Sandwiches with aioli
Smoked Turkey Legs
and other sides
Looking forward to a good turnout and meeting lots of the DFW crew new to the group.
See page 145 for the instructions.
I will have some beer, but bring your favorites to share.
E$ gets the Chimay in the fridge-he called shotgun on it
See you all tomorrow about noon.
Peter
#3825
Honda+Blue=My garage
Confirmed-Meet at Peter's
OK,
Now that the car has 2 layers of UPP and the food is on the way to ready.
MEET AT PETER'S IS ON
Seriously, Looking forward to one and all.
Mark thanks for bringing the Stella , I have about a case, but I encourage all to bring a favorite beverage.
See youse tomorrow (Can't bring myself to say y'all)
Now that the car has 2 layers of UPP and the food is on the way to ready.
MEET AT PETER'S IS ON
Seriously, Looking forward to one and all.
Mark thanks for bringing the Stella , I have about a case, but I encourage all to bring a favorite beverage.
See youse tomorrow (Can't bring myself to say y'all)
#3826
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Originally Posted by pmptx
Mine was with a PC also. You must have had some really bad issues to have needed 10 hours.
Don't feel bad still have another 1-2 hours tonight to 303 the interior and wash with one more layer of 4 star UPP
Don't feel bad still have another 1-2 hours tonight to 303 the interior and wash with one more layer of 4 star UPP
#3827
slobalt defender
see you guys soon!
#3828
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Originally Posted by pmptx
See youse tomorrow (Can't bring myself to say y'all)
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Wish I could have made it up there tonight, sounds like y'all will have a blast. My car is still in the shop from my finder-bender (having the grill painted also).
Just in case any of y'all missed seeing this one, Houston area meet.
Chris
BTW has anyone cleared their lights? I think I'm going to try it next month.
Just in case any of y'all missed seeing this one, Houston area meet.
Chris
BTW has anyone cleared their lights? I think I'm going to try it next month.
#3832
Thanks Peter for hosting the meeting and providing the food. It was all very good. It was nice to see everyone again. I would have liked to stay longer and hang out some more. (some people had just sobered up and made it heh) The cars were looking good and the BBQ was great what else can you ask for.
#3837
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Ditto to what everyone has already said. Peter always does an outstanding job hosting meets.
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
#3838
'08 MX5 GT 6spd.
Originally Posted by trancemission
Ditto to what everyone has already said. Peter always does an outstanding job hosting meets.
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
Its funny you mention Shreveport next month. I believe Annie and I were thinking of a little weekend trip out there in Feb.
March is good for another Acura thing!
#3839
Honda+Blue=My garage
Originally Posted by trancemission
Ditto to what everyone has already said. Peter always does an outstanding job hosting meets.
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
#3840
Originally Posted by trancemission
Ditto to what everyone has already said. Peter always does an outstanding job hosting meets.
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?
We need to meet up at least once a month now. Next month I think Im going to drive to Shreevport to see Boog and Elliot. So if anyone wants to convoy with me let me know.
Lets start talking about another drive in Austin.
Say March?