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Old May 23, 2006 | 04:25 PM
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yeah. i've had mine installed for 24 hours now. I LOVE IT

props on an excellent product Rob. hell, a lot of ppl are failing to mention that it feels like getting a new clutch aswell. the shifts are firmer and more responsive. and that 1-2 "slippage-feel" is greatly lessened.

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what I like to hear!!!

yeah I agree not to many people have talked about the shifting benefits related to the product...
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Old May 26, 2006 | 02:02 PM
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If you install this will it void any warranty on the car?
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Old May 26, 2006 | 02:07 PM
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Cmon guys who else has it? I want more feedback!
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Old May 27, 2006 | 04:04 PM
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I have it... wheel hop is gone and shifts are tighter. Makes the car sound a little louder and comes with some minor vibrations, but its way better then stock... worth it imo.
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Old May 31, 2006 | 01:56 PM
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Originally Posted by robstamina
advantages:
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4. eliminates wheel hop and torque steer
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Anyone notice torque steer gone? Comments please...

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Old May 31, 2006 | 02:51 PM
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Any vibration, and how bad is the noise?
depends on how you set the damper, 10mm has more vibration than 15mm. Best thing about the damper is that its easy to remove and adjust for track and daily driving. even if you notice some vibration you will forget when you start driving hard.
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Old May 31, 2006 | 02:55 PM
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I have it... wheel hop is gone and shifts are tighter. Makes the car sound a little louder and comes with some minor vibrations, but its way better then stock... worth it imo.
your car looks really nice without the wing, looks very clean.
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Old May 31, 2006 | 04:13 PM
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thanks for the excellent how-to!
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Old May 31, 2006 | 04:24 PM
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I got mine installed last night and test drove it today. So, far Im liking it. Only thing is, with it on it seems the car starts harder and shuts off harder. Im guess since the engine isnt allowed very much movement, it makes things a little more brunt. But, I can live with it. Im planning on new engine mounts anyway.
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Old Jun 1, 2006 | 03:17 PM
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your car looks really nice without the wing, looks very clean.
thanx ! ... i'm debating on selling the wing now, but don't know if i should.... would help pay for trunk cosmetics tho...
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Old Jun 2, 2006 | 07:08 PM
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Well, I'm sold, mine is in the mail.

Last edited by dcshoes23; Jun 8, 2006 at 11:06 AM.
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Old Jun 3, 2006 | 02:08 AM
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I got mine installed last night and test drove it today. So, far Im liking it. Only thing is, with it on it seems the car starts harder and shuts off harder. Im guess since the engine isnt allowed very much movement, it makes things a little more brunt. But, I can live with it. Im planning on new engine mounts anyway.
Really ? See it had the opposite effect on my car. I have the damper set at it's stiffest setting and my car starts and shuts off nice and smooth. I did notice the interior of the car vibrates much harder at idle and when the clutch for the heat/ac kicks on.
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 11:07 AM
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Anyone know what size the wrenches are that you use in this step?



Thanks
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Old Jun 20, 2006 | 10:14 AM
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Anyone know what size the wrenches are that you use in this step?



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A 15mm wrench and 17mm wrench.

I just installed my Ingalls yesterday and must say it made a significant improvement over wheel hop and makes the shifts much, much stiffer and responsive.

It took me about 45 minutes to get the Ingalls adjusted correctly. As you adjust the preload you must make sure to adjust the overall length and then getting it as parallel as possible is quit e a task. Using one wrench on the preload locknut, one wrench on the length adjustment knob and a screwdriver through the eye to keep it from moving. Making sure everything is as parallel as possible is very important to making the ETD work correctly.

Having said that, I have noticed a bit more vibration at idle but as you drive the vibration is not noticable. There is also a little bit more noise at idle and when driving, but mostly only noticable at idle as well.
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Old Jun 26, 2006 | 11:53 AM
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If you guys are getting vibrations...

I would suggest using Dynamat extreme on the firewall..it takes out 90% of the vibrations associated with the damper..
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Old Jun 26, 2006 | 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by robstamina
If you guys are getting vibrations...

I would suggest using Dynamat extreme on the firewall..it takes out 90% of the vibrations associated with the damper..

That's not a bad idea!

I'm not great at cutting, do they have something that is pre-cut for the firewall of the car?
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Old Jun 27, 2006 | 09:51 PM
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Hey Thanks For The Write Up I Will Be Getting Mine Soon Do U Know How Much The Price Is And Where Exactly Can I Get It Thanks Again.
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Old Jun 27, 2006 | 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by A_SS_THING_GT'S_WONT
Hey Thanks For The Write Up I Will Be Getting Mine Soon Do U Know How Much The Price Is And Where Exactly Can I Get It Thanks Again.
Contact!! Rob at robs@ingallseng.com
Rob's a great guy, he will hook you up!
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Old Jul 5, 2006 | 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by CobaltSSilver
That's not a bad idea!

I'm not great at cutting, do they have something that is pre-cut for the firewall of the car?
No, you have to cut your own sheet.
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Old Jul 5, 2006 | 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by CobaltSSilver
That's not a bad idea!

I'm not great at cutting, do they have something that is pre-cut for the firewall of the car?
BTW get Dynomat extreme cause it has a higher temp rating than regular dynamat..especially since it is going to be in your engine bay..
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 05:32 PM
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What is the extra bolt and washer for? I didnt use them when I put it on 20min ago...
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 02:53 AM
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What is the extra bolt and washer for? I didnt use them when I put it on 20min ago...
read the instructions for 5 seconds. i wont give u the pleasure of finding out easily
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 10:47 AM
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What is the extra bolt and washer for? I didnt use them when I put it on 20min ago...

That 12mm nut is for the rear motor mount.. the smaller nut allows for more lateral movemnet to ensure the bracket is a straight as possible..You don't have to use it if you installed the old one with the bracket straight..
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 02:36 PM
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Originally Posted by ReMz
read the instructions for 5 seconds. i wont give u the pleasure of finding out easily
I looked it over for more then 5 seconds... Mentions nothing about the 12mm..
http://www.ingallseng.com/Instructions/93040.pdf

Thanks Rob for the quick answer.
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 06:25 PM
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I'm sold too' mine is in the mail
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