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Old 07-15-2012, 12:41 AM
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So, I have a little update on my car for those that read and helped with the issues that I was having.
The dealer that I went to, where I know a few people, ended up giving me a new engine under warranty and also put a new clutch in for me, and let me tell you I am one happy guy.
The car runs so smooth now that it's almost music to my ears.
The only problem that I have with the new engine and clutch is that the minimum 500 mile break in time on the clutch is going to kill me, .

I do have one question though, for those of you that have an aftermarket clutch, is there any looseness in the pedal after about half way down?
My pedal seems to have a relief point about half way down and has no resistance after that, I mean it still comes up like normal, but it just doesn't seem right.
So, if anyone can help me out I would greatly appreciate it.
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possibly didnt get all the air bled out.
Old 07-15-2012, 01:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Killa SS
possibly didnt get all the air bled out.
Yeah, that's what I'm thinking, I just wanted some other opinions, because, when I picked it up my friend was on vacation and the tech that I talked to said it was normal with aftermarket clutches.
I'm going to have my friend re-bleed the system since I have a little bit of sponginess in the brakes as well.
Thanks for the input.
Old 07-15-2012, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by xxBlackBalt89xx
not sure how much, but i know a place that does great paint jobs. seen work first hand. My buddy works as shop which is place where i do all non tire work at, after hours. Place on Vandyke, just south of hall. Macomb Collision.

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Call them and ask for a quote, explaining what it is. If you want, tell them you know "andrew, chad's friend, and its like his spoiler on his car." Mention i recommended them, might lower it a bit more. They'll know which one, i'm there all the time.
I'll check them out! Thanks!
Old 07-15-2012, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Sanctafied
So, I have a little update on my car for those that read and helped with the issues that I was having.
The dealer that I went to, where I know a few people, ended up giving me a new engine under warranty and also put a new clutch in for me, and let me tell you I am one happy guy.
The car runs so smooth now that it's almost music to my ears.
The only problem that I have with the new engine and clutch is that the minimum 500 mile break in time on the clutch is going to kill me, .

I do have one question though, for those of you that have an aftermarket clutch, is there any looseness in the pedal after about half way down?
My pedal seems to have a relief point about half way down and has no resistance after that, I mean it still comes up like normal, but it just doesn't seem right.
So, if anyone can help me out I would greatly appreciate it.
glad to hear its fixed. hopefully no more issues for a while
Old 07-15-2012, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by bmxracerchamp12
glad to hear its fixed. hopefully no more issues for a while
Yeah, so far, so good, and with the catless downpipe and exhaust the car has really livened up. I just can't wait to really get on it, about 400 miles to go.
Old 07-16-2012, 12:34 AM
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First time racing it in 3 years, and first time driving it in general in 2 years. Shes still got it
Old 07-16-2012, 08:01 AM
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are those ^ from yesterday?? my buddy was at a drag strip and car show yesterday, racing his Charger, He beat a corvette grandsport. not quiet sure how much Hp those are puttin down, i just seen his video on FB
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One was from yesterday, and the other the day before It was at mid michigan motorplex. No car show or anything there :/ Thats from bracket racing too, so hp isnt an issue.
Old 07-16-2012, 01:37 PM
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ohh gotcha.
Old 07-16-2012, 04:42 PM
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Hey guys n gals from michigan i had a posting of my supercharger kit for sale im in hazel park im trying to sell my supercharger stuff minus heat exchanger anyone interested im tryin to go turbo????
Old 07-16-2012, 04:44 PM
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If interested give me a call or pm me 5863828021
Old 07-16-2012, 04:49 PM
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Nice to see another local.
What're you driving?
Old 07-17-2012, 06:03 PM
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anyone know of decent jobs available around the downriver area? $12-15/hr range?
Old 07-17-2012, 06:26 PM
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Ordered a Hurst STS who wants to help me install it?
Old 07-17-2012, 09:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Sir_Hiro
Ordered a Hurst STS who wants to help me install it?
i could.
Old 07-18-2012, 02:33 AM
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U free tom?
Old 07-18-2012, 09:51 AM
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I would have went with the TWM personally.
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Old 07-18-2012, 10:48 AM
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wtb manual...
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My cars always for sale if you got the cash
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I like hursts price better..lol
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Le sigh. Going the cheapest route is never best when doing.....anything. The Hurst shifter is known to have 5th gear lock out and poor alignment which some have reported synchros wearing prematurely.
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Ive only read good reviews on the Hurst..perhaps theres a few bad cases but overall the majority likes the hurst..
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Originally Posted by Sanctafied
So, I have a little update on my car for those that read and helped with the issues that I was having.
The dealer that I went to, where I know a few people, ended up giving me a new engine under warranty and also put a new clutch in for me, and let me tell you I am one happy guy.
The car runs so smooth now that it's almost music to my ears.
The only problem that I have with the new engine and clutch is that the minimum 500 mile break in time on the clutch is going to kill me, .

I do have one question though, for those of you that have an aftermarket clutch, is there any looseness in the pedal after about half way down?
My pedal seems to have a relief point about half way down and has no resistance after that, I mean it still comes up like normal, but it just doesn't seem right.
So, if anyone can help me out I would greatly appreciate it.

I have a ZZP Stage 4 with the adjustable clutch rod and I haven't noticed any play in the pedal after half. Then again I do have my clutch rod extended as far as it will go out so I only have to push my pedal down about 3 inches to get the clutch to disengage.


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