Ponies on The Run (Again)
1/11/07, 07:20 PM
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I'll keep an eye out for the next couple weeks then. Thanks for the tip.
Just installed the armrest. Truth be told I couldn't feel the differece between the alleged leather and the vinyl from the stock piece. It's only slightly more cushiony. If it wasnt' for the stitching that goes along the sides I don't think I'd know the difference. It's probably the dumbest mod I've done. Doesn't get my recomendation.
Just installed the armrest. Truth be told I couldn't feel the differece between the alleged leather and the vinyl from the stock piece. It's only slightly more cushiony. If it wasnt' for the stitching that goes along the sides I don't think I'd know the difference. It's probably the dumbest mod I've done. Doesn't get my recomendation.
1/11/07, 10:12 PM
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Way to go, Leo! 
I'll inspect your work when I see it Saturday.
BTW, how does the car look 'level' compared to the forward rake?
Pretty much the same as what Tom did... I tied something heavy on a string and suspended it from the center of the wheel well fender to the wheel center cap.
For some reason, my axle was centered after the drop.
Even if it were off a little, I've read that it really doesn't harm anything, just looks shifted to one side, especially if you're running wide rubber in the back.
I was thinking about that mod once I see it in person. From what you're saying, ... save my money.
I'll inspect your work when I see it Saturday.
BTW, how does the car look 'level' compared to the forward rake?
I didn't bother to measure if I'll need an adj. panhard yet. I'll figure that out at Bill's.
Tie two nuts to pieces of string and tape them to the rear fender dangling past the tire... and measure from the string to the rim lip on both sides. My rear axle is 1/4" off so it needs to be moved back to the passenger side 1/8". Without the string, you really can't tell it's off.
Tie two nuts to pieces of string and tape them to the rear fender dangling past the tire... and measure from the string to the rim lip on both sides. My rear axle is 1/4" off so it needs to be moved back to the passenger side 1/8". Without the string, you really can't tell it's off.
For some reason, my axle was centered after the drop.
Even if it were off a little, I've read that it really doesn't harm anything, just looks shifted to one side, especially if you're running wide rubber in the back.
I was thinking about that mod once I see it in person. From what you're saying, ... save my money.
1/12/07, 12:14 AM
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Way to go, Leo!
Thanks.
I'll inspect your work when I see it Saturday.
Does that come with the TB approved stamp?
BTW, how does the car look 'level' compared to the forward rake?
To me it acutally looks as if the front is higher now maybe just an illusion since my gargage has a slight incline. Either that or maybe just a mind trick since I know the front springs haven't been changed. I'll look at it tomorrow when I take it out to go pick up my floor mats and mudflaps.
Pretty much the same as what Tom did... I tied something heavy on a string and suspended it from the center of the wheel well fender to the wheel center cap.
For some reason, my axle was centered after the drop.
Even if it were off a little, I've read that it really doesn't harm anything, just looks shifted to one side, especially if you're running wide rubber in the back.
I'll do this test tomorrow and report back. Not to worried about it.
I was thinking about that mod once I see it in person. From what you're saying, ... save my money.
I think once you see it on Saturday you'll agree. I'm considering sending it back but I'll wait and see if maybe the combo of the ebrake and the lid together change my mind.
I did unwrap the ebrake just to check it out and I think you just might consider swapping it for your MGW handle. It looks really good IMO.
Thanks.
I'll inspect your work when I see it Saturday.
Does that come with the TB approved stamp?BTW, how does the car look 'level' compared to the forward rake?
To me it acutally looks as if the front is higher now maybe just an illusion since my gargage has a slight incline. Either that or maybe just a mind trick since I know the front springs haven't been changed. I'll look at it tomorrow when I take it out to go pick up my floor mats and mudflaps.
Pretty much the same as what Tom did... I tied something heavy on a string and suspended it from the center of the wheel well fender to the wheel center cap.
For some reason, my axle was centered after the drop.
Even if it were off a little, I've read that it really doesn't harm anything, just looks shifted to one side, especially if you're running wide rubber in the back.
I'll do this test tomorrow and report back. Not to worried about it.
I was thinking about that mod once I see it in person. From what you're saying, ... save my money.
I think once you see it on Saturday you'll agree. I'm considering sending it back but I'll wait and see if maybe the combo of the ebrake and the lid together change my mind.
I did unwrap the ebrake just to check it out and I think you just might consider swapping it for your MGW handle. It looks really good IMO.
1/12/07, 02:05 AM
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Well I am glad someone gets to work on their Mustang. Looking forward to some pics 
I have the CAI & SCT2 just sitting at the house waiting on installs.
You might ask why I have not done it yet, and I will explain. Last weekend (the only time I thought I might get a chance) I spent most of it driving to pick-up my son from G-mas house.
Now we have an ice storm coming that looks like it will roll in tonight
and the last thing I want to do is add POWER when the streets will be covered in snow/ice/sleet. I would hate to think they will sit until spring, but that may just happen. 
I have the CAI & SCT2 just sitting at the house waiting on installs.
You might ask why I have not done it yet, and I will explain. Last weekend (the only time I thought I might get a chance) I spent most of it driving to pick-up my son from G-mas house.Now we have an ice storm coming that looks like it will roll in tonight
and the last thing I want to do is add POWER when the streets will be covered in snow/ice/sleet. I would hate to think they will sit until spring, but that may just happen. 
1/12/07, 02:05 AM
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The front should be higher now. Remember... the back needed to be dropped about 3/4" to match the front, but you dropped it around 1 1/4".
Leo - I thought I was up early... or didn't you go to bed, yet??
Leo - I thought I was up early... or didn't you go to bed, yet??
1/12/07, 02:13 AM
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Wow I was just re reading the last few posts and I didn't expect to see a response. LOL nope I just haven't gone to sleep yet. It's only 1am.
Ahhhh so I'm not crazy the front is higher.
Did you get my PM??
Ahhhh so I'm not crazy the front is higher.
Did you get my PM??
1/12/07, 07:22 AM
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OMG, the news stations are so stupid and DRAMATIC. They have named the storm that is rolling through the next 4-5 days.
1/12/07, 07:30 AM
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Tom, I think your rear end is heavier.
Actually, it does!
1/12/07, 07:42 AM
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1/12/07, 08:15 AM
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How will you ever survive 
I'll get some blankets, coats and necessities shipped to you overnight.
1/12/07, 10:17 AM
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1/12/07, 10:28 AM
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Frost on my Mustang's windshield?? Yeah, right! I don't think so!
1/12/07, 10:53 AM
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I can see the news now...
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday...
See... Reporters stuck out in the cold while we focus on a puddle of water
See... Strange white puffy things fully of wet stuff coming down from the sky
See... Californias putting on Jackets.. in Janurary ??
See... Frost on cars
It's
WINTER STORM 2007
The most devastating weather event of the year !!!!*
*Until something else happens.
I better get back to work... I'm spending too much time on teh internets
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday...
See... Reporters stuck out in the cold while we focus on a puddle of water
See... Strange white puffy things fully of wet stuff coming down from the sky
See... Californias putting on Jackets.. in Janurary ??
See... Frost on cars
It's
WINTER STORM 2007
The most devastating weather event of the year !!!!*
*Until something else happens.
I better get back to work... I'm spending too much time on teh internets
1/12/07, 12:46 PM
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1/12/07, 12:54 PM
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I have a MGW handle??
Woops I could've sworn you had the MGW e-brake handle. I guess I confused pics of your car with Tom's.
TB Seal of approval.
The weather lady here in SD said we might actually have some "frost." 
Woops I could've sworn you had the MGW e-brake handle. I guess I confused pics of your car with Tom's.
TB Seal of approval.
1/12/07, 12:56 PM
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Me on the other hand, have gained a few pounds since the holiday.
To make things worse, I'll be going on a 3 day cruise next weekend!... and you know what that means.. 
1/12/07, 01:00 PM
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Tomorrow will be Leo's front springs and e-brake day!
I'll be sure to take a lot of pics of him working. Sometimes it's nice to kick-back and watch.
J/K Leo, I'll pass you some tools and hold the flashight.
I'll be sure to take a lot of pics of him working. Sometimes it's nice to kick-back and watch.
J/K Leo, I'll pass you some tools and hold the flashight.
1/12/07, 01:02 PM
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1/12/07, 01:11 PM
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Tomorrow will be Leo's front springs and e-brake day!
I'll be sure to take a lot of pics of him working. Sometimes it's nice to kick-back and watch.
J/K Leo, I'll pass you some tools and hold the flashight.
Sounds good to me. See ya Saturday.
I guess It's because I'm getting old. 
I'll be sure to take a lot of pics of him working. Sometimes it's nice to kick-back and watch.
J/K Leo, I'll pass you some tools and hold the flashight.
Sounds good to me. See ya Saturday.
I guess It's because I'm getting old.
1/12/07, 01:37 PM
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Yep, I was 196 awhile back, and now this morning I was 176. I'm not following Atkins or anything, but I am watching carbs. I basically am eating smarter and with less easily-burnable carbs in the body, it's forced to switch to burning fat.