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Yesterday, 08:56 AM

rich grsc replied to a thread Rear Brake Calipers Leaking in Roadster

I'm almost 100% sure that is a dry hole, no fluid behind it. The fluid most likely came from the parking brake pivot, which does have fluid there. ...

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Yesterday, 08:04 AM

TBull replied to a thread Upgraded Side Vents in Want To Buy - Parts

Jeff, was that their standard or tall version of the hood vents? I'm getting ready to buy them and that's the look I want. Mine will be painted to...

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02-15-2019, 06:37 AM

TBull replied to a thread Upgraded Side Vents in Want To Buy - Parts

Shave at VRaptor Speedworks, a vendor on the forum, makes some nice heavier gauge ones. Multiple people in my local club have them and they look...

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02-12-2019, 07:51 AM

rich grsc replied to a thread Coyote with stock ford 6 speed in Roadster

Yes, maybe in a 4000# car, but not in a 2400# car. You will never get enough traction.

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02-11-2019, 06:56 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread What's wrong with this picture? in Roadster

Your left, or my right?

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02-11-2019, 05:30 PM

MPTech replied to a thread Engine choice input wanted. in Roadster

What if you just ran a restrictive air filter/carb and restrictive exhuast? You could easily upgrade / downgrade as needed.

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02-11-2019, 03:53 PM

MPTech replied to a thread Building a Cobra for a youtube series in Welcomes and Introductions

Just so you're not surprised, it will PROBABLY cost you more to build, than you can sell it for. Your 2 most needed skills will be Problem-Solving...

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02-10-2019, 04:28 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread What's wrong with this picture? in Roadster

Cant look at both sides at the same time. No will notice. :rolleyes:

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02-09-2019, 04:47 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Engine choice input wanted. in Roadster

A 290hp small block will out perform a 290hp big block on road. Why choke a 428 down to nothing when you could have a nice free breathing 302 or even...

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02-09-2019, 10:05 AM

rich grsc replied to a thread Engine choice input wanted. in Roadster

I just think it's terrible how many guys here are suggesting to build an illegal vehicle, shameful:mad: Your original engine, even disassembled is...

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02-08-2019, 05:58 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Driveshaft Loop in Roadster

How many engineers DID it take to screw in the light bulb?

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02-08-2019, 03:04 PM

rich grsc replied to a poll Good color for a roadster? in Roadster

Says it all Not into blue. :(

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02-05-2019, 05:18 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Stainless and other hardware swaps in Roadster

The shear capacity of a 1/2"(shock bolt) grade 5 bolt is 14730#, a grade 8 is 17870#. You have 4 shocks, so the load at each shock is 1/4 of your...

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02-04-2019, 03:52 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread New guy here, still in the planning stages. I have some questions. in Roadster

Jeff just stop, stop, stop. No one want to hear your logical well thought out, reasonable BS. Just because you have years and years of experience is...

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02-04-2019, 03:36 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread For you roadster guys with spare parts.... in Roadster

Oh lord the safety police are everywhere. Lets all live in a thick padded room so there is zero chance anything might happen. Oh wait, no, we might...

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02-04-2019, 06:30 AM

rich grsc replied to a thread Stainless and other hardware swaps in Roadster

There are no items that 'should' be swapped. Be aware most SS bolts and nuts are NOT as strong, and they WILL gall when assembled. The suspension...

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02-01-2019, 09:43 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Powder Coating Issue in Roadster

Every time I see pictures with painters tape all over the place, I just shake my head.

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02-01-2019, 09:36 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Budget/Timing in Roadster

Hey man, sorry. I just took a double shot of Bermuda Black Rum, 151 proof for you. Feeling better now?

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02-01-2019, 04:08 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Where to get Rebuild kit for Brake Master Cylinder in Roadster

Say what??? Why go through all that?? Just install the rebuilt, return the one leaking for the core. 100% more likely to have it leak after taking it...

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02-01-2019, 03:56 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread Budget/Timing in Roadster

Brightest bulb in the closet???

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02-01-2019, 03:52 PM

rich grsc replied to a thread New guy here, still in the planning stages. I have some questions. in Roadster

I have to assume that included the medicated, mint KY jelly

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