Special interest cages??? What do you drive? - Page 28

CaliGrrl · February 3rd, 2016, 10:29 PM

Ooooh, cool cars!

RacinNinja · February 3rd, 2016, 10:53 PM

Someday it will get a full resto. 1969 with 32K miles. 6 cyl, auto, 2+2. Not the most desirable car but it's mine.

dcj13 · February 3rd, 2016, 11:43 PM

Cool Jag! Body looks good as-is.

RacinNinja · February 4th, 2016, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dcj13

Cool Jag! Body looks good as-is.

It's been repainted and they didn't do a good job. Paint is bubbling by the louvers and there are some ugly spots. Needs a new headliner. Needs work!

HoneyBadgerRy · February 4th, 2016, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaliGrrl

Ooooh, cool cars!

Sounds like every girlfriend I ever had when she sees my garage.

CaliGrrl · February 4th, 2016, 11:35 AM

iamjacob · February 5th, 2016, 06:04 PM

I just picked up a 2016 Subaru BRZ with 8 miles on the odometer last Sunday. Less than a week later I'm just over the 500 mile mark.

I absolutely love it so far.

The photo doesn't do the car justice.

CaliGrrl · February 5th, 2016, 06:08 PM

Nice! One of the guys I work with drives Subarus exclusively. Takes his car to the track and whatnot.

CC Cowboy · February 6th, 2016, 04:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RacinNinja

Someday it will get a full resto. 1969 with 32K miles. 6 cyl, auto, 2+2. Not the most desirable car but it's mine.

Nice ride. I've had a few Jaguars. They are more stunning to look at than drive. I had a XK150S in high school, a Mark IX, and two E Type 12 cyclinders. I did take one of the E Types cross country with no problems, but that is rare.

Don't ever get rid of it. If you do you will regret it.

RacinNinja · February 6th, 2016, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Nice ride. I've had a few Jaguars. They are more stunning to look at than drive. I had a XK150S in high school, a Mark IX, and two E Type 12 cyclinders. I did take one of the E Types cross country with no problems, but that is rare.

Don't ever get rid of it. If you do you will regret it.

Thank you!

It was my Grandfathers car. It's not going anywhere. It's a little underpowered, sure, but railing a corner without lifting is what they excel at!

HoneyBadgerRy · February 8th, 2016, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iamjacob

I just picked up a 2016 Subaru BRZ with 8 miles on the odometer last Sunday. Less than a week later I'm just over the 500 mile mark.

I absolutely love it so far.

The photo doesn't do the car justice.

I always loved brz's, but the 200hp was a bit of a letdown. Are they putting turbos in them yet?

sharky nrk · February 8th, 2016, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoneyBadgerRy

I always loved brz's, but the 200hp was a bit of a letdown. Are they putting turbos in them yet?

The 200 hp isn't so bad really, it takes a bit to get re-calibrated if your used to 400 or so but the car works well with the power it has.

HoneyBadgerRy · February 8th, 2016, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharky nrk

The 200 hp isn't so bad really, it takes a bit to get re-calibrated if your used to 400 or so but the car works well with the power it has.

I mean I'm sure it's fine, but my Z has 300, and even that doesn't amaze you.

iamjacob · February 8th, 2016, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoneyBadgerRy

I always loved brz's, but the 200hp was a bit of a letdown. Are they putting turbos in them yet?

It's funny getting this type of a comment on a 250cc motorcycle forum. I would expect it more from an R6 forum.

No turbo stock but there is a huge aftermarket for turbos or superchargers if you are willing to drop a few extra grand.

If I bought the car expecting 5000hp performance I might be disappointed. I didn't and I'm not.

HoneyBadgerRy · February 8th, 2016, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iamjacob

It's funny getting this type of a comment on a 250cc motorcycle forum. I would expect it more from an R6 forum.

No turbo stock but there is a huge aftermarket for turbos or superchargers if you are willing to drop a few extra grand.

If I bought the car expecting 5000hp performance I might be disappointed. I didn't and I'm not.

I mean, a ninja 250 isn't my only bike, its just one that I really like.

choneofakind · February 8th, 2016, 08:52 PM

Oh wah, power power power! Get over yourself. It's not about being the fastest guy in a straight line. Extending your right ankle takes zero skill.

RacinNinja · February 8th, 2016, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

Oh wah, power power power! Get over yourself. It's not about being the fastest guy in a straight line. Extending your right ankle takes zero skill.

The day you beat John Force on a drag strip is the day I'll believe what you just typed.

choneofakind · February 9th, 2016, 06:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RacinNinja

The day you beat John Force on a drag strip is the day I'll believe what you just typed.

I'm not talking drag launches. That's a skill. I'm talking About the thought that a light and balanced sporting car needs the power. It's the ninjette of the car world. most of the driving population juts mashes their foot into the floor anyway and treats their vehicle like an appliance.

HoneyBadgerRy · February 9th, 2016, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

Oh wah, power power power! Get over yourself. It's not about being the fastest guy in a straight line. Extending your right ankle takes zero skill.

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

I'm not talking drag launches. That's a skill. I'm talking About the thought that a light and balanced sporting car needs the power. It's the ninjette of the car world. most of the driving population juts mashes their foot into the floor anyway and treats their vehicle like an appliance.

Obviously I love the ninjette aspect, thats why I own a Ninjette, but personally in a car its no fun unless it can take curves and throw you in the back of the seat. And circlejerking about people wanting more power is worse than circlejerking about wanting more power.

allanoue · February 9th, 2016, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoneyBadgerRy

Obviously I love the ninjette aspect, thats why I own a Ninjette, but personally in a car its no fun unless it can take curves and throw you in the back of the seat. And circle jerking about people wanting more power is worse than circlejerking about wanting more power.

RacinNinja · February 9th, 2016, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

I'm not talking drag launches. That's a skill. I'm talking About the thought that a light and balanced sporting car needs the power. It's the ninjette of the car world. most of the driving population juts mashes their foot into the floor anyway and treats their vehicle like an appliance.

Oh dear lord....that is totally the norm around here. Every stop light becomes a drag race if it's two lanes wide....

HoneyBadgerRy · February 9th, 2016, 08:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RacinNinja

Oh dear lord....that is totally the norm around here. Every stop light becomes a drag race if it's two lanes wide....

Only in the summer months after 7:00 here. Or any time if it is after a school event.

choneofakind · February 9th, 2016, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HoneyBadgerRy

...
personally in a car its no fun unless it can take curves and throw you in the back of the seat. And circlejerking about people wanting more power is worse than circlejerking about wanting more power.
...

Fair enough on the enjoying power thing. There is something fun about having way more motor than you need, but to me that's a novelty that wears off. However, a balanced lightweight fun car is something you come back to, even if it's not a brute. Read: Miata. I drove a buddy's NA a couple times a few years ago and loved it. Been dreaming of getting one ever since.

The ego stroking part... I disagree, but that's okay.

massacremasses · February 9th, 2016, 02:07 PM

I have an Evo now.

RacinNinja · February 9th, 2016, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by massacremasses

I have an Evo now.

massacremasses · February 9th, 2016, 03:21 PM

hella boost. Itll be done soon and tuned as soon as its ready.

InvisiBill · February 24th, 2016, 07:47 PM

(Although boost is basically artificial displacement.)

HoneyBadgerRy · February 25th, 2016, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InvisiBill

(Although boost is basically artificial displacement.)

As a owner of a 24 valve, 6 cylinder 3.5 liter v6, technology and boost are nice, but there is no replacement for displacement. The old 2 valve per cylinder long stroke big displacement motors are one if a kind.

InvisiBill · July 3rd, 2016, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by InvisiBill

If you go too long without using any gas, the computer will actually run the engine some to make sure it doesn't gum up.

Finally ran into this feature.

JohnnyBravo · September 7th, 2016, 12:08 PM

JohnnyBravo · September 7th, 2016, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by 3ØØ

tnx,
i didnt know there was a car thread on here, ill find it and check it out. tnx for the heads up

Bob2010 · September 7th, 2016, 03:11 PM

Not sure if I posted yet

2003 Buick Regal GSX

JohnnyBravo · September 7th, 2016, 03:12 PM

That's tight!!!

Bob2010 · September 7th, 2016, 03:16 PM

Thanks!
That's the new engine build too. Scored a zero-mile engine and built it up !
My old engine was built too but this time I went nuts with it. No turbo - wanted to keep
It sc'd

RacinNinja · September 7th, 2016, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob2010

Not sure if I posted yet

2003 Buick Regal GSX

Slightly older Regal....

Bob2010 · September 7th, 2016, 03:46 PM

I think we should be friends

RacinNinja · September 7th, 2016, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob2010

I think we should be friends

HAHAHAH!

It's for sale.

Technically not mine. Just in my care while I try and sell it for a friend of the family. However, if I had the skrilla I'd keep the thing. HOLY SMOKES is it a giggle fest to drive! Has alcohol injection for a nice added kick.

Yours is HOT! Those things are so under rated. Total sleeper car. Ever take it to the strip?

Bob2010 · September 7th, 2016, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RacinNinja

Slightly older Regal....

Wish I had some side dough to buy it !

It's been an awesome daily since I bought it. I fix it, mod it and tune it myself. It drives like a regular car but dig into the pedal and you get instant-grin !

It sees the tracks here and there. My buddy has the same car similar mods. I can post some of his passes. 13s 12s. Slicks would help too

choneofakind · September 7th, 2016, 05:27 PM

I had no idea that GSX existed. Did some reading about it because of your post. Thanks for sharing that!! It's a sweet ride for sure.

Bob2010 · September 7th, 2016, 07:03 PM

Thanks for checking it out. I can talk GSX all day. There is only 3 of us left with a true gsx and we are close friends now because of it.
I been the go-to for parts and knowledge. Hunting down these rare parts as they are becoming junkyard relics now
Since owning this car I've meet so many people - 2 of which turned out to be my closest friends. The one I was his best man and now god father of his children eand we live 2 miles apart. The other he's 3 hours away in Canada but we talk weekly and meet up few times each year.

But back to cars. The GM 3800 bottom end can handle turbo boost up and over 22psi. Mostly 18 is the sweet spot for 650whp. The trans is the weakest point. The 4T65-E requires a chain replacement of at least 7/8". GM Racing 1" is preferred but when you find one , expect to pay 1,500. Then the gear sets need to match the chain size. 2.93s stock for the GS but I swapped to 3.29s. Some even run 3.69s
The input shaft - at least 300m I've broken 3 stock ones my 4th is now the 300m

Currently I went from the l67 low compression engine that comes with any regal or gtp that was supercharged to a higher compression l26 that is found in the N/a cars like the Lucerne.
I'm running an intense stage 3 cam (previously s1x cam in old engine)
Stage 3 heads ,130lb valve springs, 60# injectors , 1.6 rockers, doubler roller timing chain, full size intercooler, larger blower with 2.8 pulley , everything switched to 8 rib belts vs 6. Just so many little details I could go on forever (http://tinyurl.com/h6z9gfq) for the build

I'd say it's quick for a 6

February 3rd, 2016, 10:53 PM	#1082
RacinNinja Vintage Screwball Name: B Location: Washington Join Date: Feb 2016 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250, 2008 Ninja 250, 2019 KTM 1290SDR, 2017 FZ10 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '16	Someday it will get a full resto. 1969 with 32K miles. 6 cyl, auto, 2+2. Not the most desirable car but it's mine. __________________________________________________ Goin' fast on slow bikes!
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February 9th, 2016, 02:07 PM	#1104
massacremasses Avid Kitteh Poster Name: Justin Location: Norcal Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Yamaha TTR 50 SUCK IT Posts: A lot.	I have an Evo now. __________________________________________________ I powdercoat stuff Help me pay for my addiction I say funny stuff. http://twitter.com/JustinPWNSyou sometimes... I write like a 12 year old too, http://justinpwnsyou.wordpress.com/
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

February 9th, 2016, 03:21 PM	#1106
massacremasses Avid Kitteh Poster Name: Justin Location: Norcal Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2006 Yamaha TTR 50 SUCK IT Posts: A lot.	hella boost. Itll be done soon and tuned as soon as its ready. __________________________________________________ I powdercoat stuff Help me pay for my addiction I say funny stuff. http://twitter.com/JustinPWNSyou sometimes... I write like a 12 year old too, http://justinpwnsyou.wordpress.com/
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

February 24th, 2016, 07:47 PM	#1107
InvisiBill EX500 full of EX250 parts Name: Bill Location: Grand Rapids-ish, MI Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): '18 Ninja 400 • '09 Ninja 500R (selling) • '98 VFR800 (project) • '85 Vulcan VN700 (sold) Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Aug '15	(Although boost is basically artificial displacement.) __________________________________________________ * Unregistered, I'm not your mom and I'm not paying for your parts, so do whatever you want with your own bike. *

September 7th, 2016, 12:08 PM	#1110
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	__________________________________________________

February 3rd, 2016, 10:29 PM	#1081
CaliGrrl ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kerry Location: Ventura, CA Join Date: Jan 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja650 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '18, Apr '17, Apr '16	Ooooh, cool cars!

February 3rd, 2016, 11:43 PM	#1083
dcj13 Participant Name: Dave Location: South of Seattle Join Date: Oct 2012 Motorcycle(s): '94 K75 std Posts: Too much. MOTM - Aug '15	Cool Jag! Body looks good as-is.

February 4th, 2016, 11:35 AM	#1086
CaliGrrl ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kerry Location: Ventura, CA Join Date: Jan 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja650 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '18, Apr '17, Apr '16

February 5th, 2016, 06:04 PM	#1087
iamjacob ninjette.org guru Name: Jacob Location: Stockton, CA Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2011 250R SE Posts: 326	I just picked up a 2016 Subaru BRZ with 8 miles on the odometer last Sunday. Less than a week later I'm just over the 500 mile mark. I absolutely love it so far. The photo doesn't do the car justice.

February 5th, 2016, 06:08 PM	#1088
CaliGrrl ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Kerry Location: Ventura, CA Join Date: Jan 2016 Motorcycle(s): Ninja650 Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '18, Apr '17, Apr '16	Nice! One of the guys I work with drives Subarus exclusively. Takes his car to the track and whatnot.

February 8th, 2016, 08:52 PM	#1096
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Oh wah, power power power! Get over yourself. It's not about being the fastest guy in a straight line. Extending your right ankle takes zero skill.

September 7th, 2016, 03:11 PM	#1112
Bob2010 ninjette.org sage Name: Bob Location: NY Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 730	Not sure if I posted yet 2003 Buick Regal GSX __________________________________________________ 2010 Red Ninja 250 2009 Black Ninja 250 -If you ride like lightning,you're gonna crash like thunder-
	2 out of 2 members found this post helpful.

September 7th, 2016, 03:12 PM	#1113
JohnnyBravo Certifiable nontundrum Name: Harper Location: NC Milkshake stand Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '13, Sep '16	That's tight!!! __________________________________________________

September 7th, 2016, 03:16 PM	#1114
Bob2010 ninjette.org sage Name: Bob Location: NY Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 730	Thanks! That's the new engine build too. Scored a zero-mile engine and built it up ! My old engine was built too but this time I went nuts with it. No turbo - wanted to keep It sc'd __________________________________________________ 2010 Red Ninja 250 2009 Black Ninja 250 -If you ride like lightning,you're gonna crash like thunder-

September 7th, 2016, 03:46 PM	#1116
Bob2010 ninjette.org sage Name: Bob Location: NY Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 730	I think we should be friends __________________________________________________ 2010 Red Ninja 250 2009 Black Ninja 250 -If you ride like lightning,you're gonna crash like thunder-
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

September 7th, 2016, 05:27 PM	#1119
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	I had no idea that GSX existed. Did some reading about it because of your post. Thanks for sharing that!! It's a sweet ride for sure.
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

September 7th, 2016, 07:03 PM	#1120
Bob2010 ninjette.org sage Name: Bob Location: NY Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 730	Thanks for checking it out. I can talk GSX all day. There is only 3 of us left with a true gsx and we are close friends now because of it. I been the go-to for parts and knowledge. Hunting down these rare parts as they are becoming junkyard relics now Since owning this car I've meet so many people - 2 of which turned out to be my closest friends. The one I was his best man and now god father of his children eand we live 2 miles apart. The other he's 3 hours away in Canada but we talk weekly and meet up few times each year. But back to cars. The GM 3800 bottom end can handle turbo boost up and over 22psi. Mostly 18 is the sweet spot for 650whp. The trans is the weakest point. The 4T65-E requires a chain replacement of at least 7/8". GM Racing 1" is preferred but when you find one , expect to pay 1,500. Then the gear sets need to match the chain size. 2.93s stock for the GS but I swapped to 3.29s. Some even run 3.69s The input shaft - at least 300m I've broken 3 stock ones my 4th is now the 300m Currently I went from the l67 low compression engine that comes with any regal or gtp that was supercharged to a higher compression l26 that is found in the N/a cars like the Lucerne. I'm running an intense stage 3 cam (previously s1x cam in old engine) Stage 3 heads ,130lb valve springs, 60# injectors , 1.6 rockers, doubler roller timing chain, full size intercooler, larger blower with 2.8 pulley , everything switched to 8 rib belts vs 6. Just so many little details I could go on forever (http://tinyurl.com/h6z9gfq) for the build I'd say it's quick for a 6 __________________________________________________ 2010 Red Ninja 250 2009 Black Ninja 250 -If you ride like lightning,you're gonna crash like thunder-

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