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KSpeed Auto · 2011-09-08, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by WRXlerate

Do you guys have Cobb street tuner software to tune APs? Have you set anything up with CPR to do any dyno tunes since they have an awd dyno? Do you know approximately how much would I be looking at for a dyno tune, engine is an 07 sti with stage 2 plus header, uppipe, tmic upgrade and perrin turbo inlet?
thanks

We tune cars with AccessPorts (V2 only), Open Source, AEM standalones, and AEM FIC's. Your tune would be $225 + dyno time. Most or all of the tuning can be done off-dyno, so the dyno time could be minimized. I have used dynos at Sierra Sierra in Minden and Driving Ambition in Sac, but not CPR yet. Working on setting something up with them, but I don't have a price yet.

Matt

cody · 2011-09-08, 05:23 PM

YG Email, KSpeed.

Frank · 2012-01-12, 11:14 AM

Could you quote me on how much fender rolling would be for a 350Z and WRX? I have seen some botched roll jobs before, so I want to make sure it's done correctly

KSpeed Auto · 2012-01-12, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Frank

Could you quote me on how much fender rolling would be for a 350Z and WRX? I have seen some botched roll jobs before, so I want to make sure it's done correctly

$75 for the front, $75 for the rear.

Thanks.

Matt

100_Percent_Juice · 2012-01-12, 11:48 AM

Cory rolled my fenders probably over a year ago and there has not been a single piece of paint crack or come off.

A1337STI · 2012-01-12, 05:09 PM

Quick Question, Could your shop Drill a 114.3X5 Bolt pattern into a Rotor that already has a 100X5 bolt pattern?

I'm trying to figure out a Rally braking solution for my STI (06/07 calipers work fine) seems some people get JDM rotors i'm hoping to find a cheaper solution.

KSpeed Auto · 2012-01-12, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by A1337STI

Quick Question, Could your shop Drill a 114.3X5 Bolt pattern into a Rotor that already has a 100X5 bolt pattern?

I'm trying to figure out a Rally braking solution for my STI (06/07 calipers work fine) seems some people get JDM rotors i'm hoping to find a cheaper solution.

No, that would have to be done at a machine shop. I don't think it should be done by hand, or even with a drill press.

sperry · 2012-01-12, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by KSpeed Auto

No, that would have to be done at a machine shop. I don't think it should be done by hand, or even with a drill press.

I had some rotors converted by C&C on their mill. They were able to get the front stoptechs right, but the rear 2-pot rotors wouldn't fit, the tolerances for the rear brake drum is too low for someone to be able to drill a perfect ring of holes, even on a nice mill.

The rotors you want are the group n gravel spec rotors. FHI makes them, and you can buy them direct from Rallispec and maybe even the dealership (with the correct p/n). No need to try to import them from Japan.

Looks like $161 for a pair of front rotors, and $161 for a pair of rear rotors. Not exactly cheap, but neither are the brembo rotors for that matter.

http://rallispec.com/prod_chart_brakekit.htm

A1337STI · 2012-01-13, 10:35 AM

Well a Stock STI is $400 for a set of rotors And for an RS you have to spend $252. By comparison $322 is totally acceptable.

I still really miss the $32 front rotor set Costs when Betsy was in L rim. wow my rotor costs have gone up by 10 since i started rallying...

But I'm not planning on going past this. Sweet thanks...

Frank · 2012-01-13, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by KSpeed Auto

$75 for the front, $75 for the rear.

Thanks.

Matt

Thanks, I'll be coming by this spring to see you

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Originally Posted by 100_Percent_Juice

Cory rolled my fenders probably over a year ago and there has not been a single piece of paint crack or come off.

Thats good to hear

A1337STI · 2012-03-19, 04:24 PM

Does KS Tech work on Diesel vehicles?

(for me specifically a 95 7.3 T Diesel Ford van) but for everyone else who may own diesels as well ??

sperry · 2012-03-19, 04:48 PM

They've changed the oil and mounted wheels/tires on my 7.3L F-250. I think they've also done the 6.0L upgrades that make those motors into useful motors.

Kevin M · 2012-03-19, 08:26 PM

Yes and yes. Cory will probably physically assault you if you bring a 6.0 in that needs the manifold cleaned out, but other than that, they'll do what you need.

A1337STI · 2012-03-20, 01:34 PM

Uber. I think i'm giong to buy a 7.3 Turbo diesel van (has a veg kit on it) and It has at least one coolant leak ... (where 2 lines connect) and I think/hope the glow plugs needs to be replaced. (doesn't start cold, but starts fine with the block heater) .. and that's not something i want to tackle. i think it would end badly if i tried.

MPREZIV · 2012-03-20, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin M

... Cory will probably physically assault you if you bring a 6.0 in that needs the manifold cleaned out...

This.

A1337STI · 2012-03-21, 10:03 AM

so cleaning a 7.3 manifold is fine, just not the 6.0 ? hehehe

KSpeed Auto · 2012-03-21, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by A1337STI

Uber. I think i'm giong to buy a 7.3 Turbo diesel van (has a veg kit on it) and It has at least one coolant leak ... (where 2 lines connect) and I think/hope the glow plugs needs to be replaced. (doesn't start cold, but starts fine with the block heater) .. and that's not something i want to tackle. i think it would end badly if i tried.

Do not buy a vehicle that runs on raw vegetable oil. You will likely regret it. I would suspect a "fuel" flow problem on that one.

KSpeed will not work on such catastrophes. Vehicles running on properly-made biodiesel and ethanol mixes are fine though.

Matt

A1337STI · 2012-03-21, 11:19 AM

Well its a 2 tank vehicle, with a full veg system from grease car. complete with tank heater, line heaters, purge system . start on diesel , heat up, switch to veg, a few minutes before you turn it off you switch back to diesel and set the return line to the veg tank .

but your concerns are noted and I realize i can't take that vehicle into Kspeed. =\ hmm... does make me worry about this Van ...

sperry · 2012-03-21, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by A1337STI

Well its a 2 tank vehicle, with a full veg system from grease car. complete with tank heater, line heaters, purge system . start on diesel , heat up, switch to veg, a few minutes before you turn it off you switch back to diesel and set the return line to the veg tank .

but your concerns are noted and I realize i can't take that vehicle into Kspeed. =\ hmm... does make me worry about this Van ...

Frankly, a $2000 conversion diesel is a terrible idea for a tow vehicle. This is supposed to be the vehicle that's dead reliable so when shit hits the fan for the rally car, you can get it (and yourself) home. If your tow vehicle is of suspect reliability, you'll like to end up with a broken down van and having to leave it (and your stuff/spares) out in the desert somewhere and drive home in the rally car.

A diesel E-series Ford van is a *terrific* rally support vehicle. It'll tow a trailer super good, it'll hold a ton of spares securely, it'll even sleep a few people if necessary. But if you're not spending $10k minimum, you're probably getting yourself a headache. Hell, you should be looking at 2000-2003 E-350 and spending $12k-$15k really... since rally cars will come and go, but a nice tow vehicle should last you a decade without many issues. Those 7.3L motors are fantastic, but they are still diesel motors which are more complicated and require more work than a gasser to keep running reliably. Inheriting someone else's problem child sucks. When it comes to diesels, you sorta get what you pay for.

If you really need to save some money, perhaps consider the V10 gas motor in an E-350. Should be a few grand cheaper than the diesel, and work just as well for towing... you'll just get about half the mileage when towing vs. the diesel. But 97 octane is quite a bit cheaper than diesel these days.

Kevin M · 2012-03-21, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by sperry

But 97 octane is quite a bit cheaper than diesel these days.

If only!

sperry · 2012-03-21, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevin M

If only!

Right. 87.

A1337STI · 2012-03-27, 11:27 AM

How much to get new Bearings pressed In (If i walk in with the knuckles , and bearings) ?

Thinking of putting new bearings in 2-4 of my knuckles...

marleyjb · 2012-03-27, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 100_Percent_Juice

Cory rolled my fenders probably over a year ago and there has not been a single piece of paint crack or come off.

Cory seems to think people hate him when they bring their '11 STi (with 16 miles on it) straight from the dealership to have him roll the rear fenders.

BTW, they still look great and no chipped paint.

Jon: That's because we do hate Cory.

MPREZIV · 2012-03-27, 06:42 PM

Don't spill my drink jerks!!!

[/inside joke]

marleyjb · 2012-03-28, 05:32 PM

And don't die, Jerk

2011-09-08, 05:23 PM	#27
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	YG Email, KSpeed. __________________ Slow and low, that is the tempo.

2012-01-12, 11:48 AM	#30
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	Cory rolled my fenders probably over a year ago and there has not been a single piece of paint crack or come off. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2012-01-12, 05:09 PM	#31
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	Quick Question, Could your shop Drill a 114.3X5 Bolt pattern into a Rotor that already has a 100X5 bolt pattern? I'm trying to figure out a Rally braking solution for my STI (06/07 calipers work fine) seems some people get JDM rotors i'm hoping to find a cheaper solution. __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-01-13, 10:35 AM	#34
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	Well a Stock STI is $400 for a set of rotors And for an RS you have to spend $252. By comparison $322 is totally acceptable. I still really miss the $32 front rotor set Costs when Betsy was in L rim. wow my rotor costs have gone up by 10 since i started rallying... But I'm not planning on going past this. Sweet thanks... __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-03-19, 04:24 PM	#36
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	Diesel? Does KS Tech work on Diesel vehicles? (for me specifically a 95 7.3 T Diesel Ford van) but for everyone else who may own diesels as well ?? __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-01-12, 11:14 AM	#28
Frank EJ18 Real Name: slut Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 32 Car: 04 Mazdaspeed Miata OM NOM	Could you quote me on how much fender rolling would be for a 350Z and WRX? I have seen some botched roll jobs before, so I want to make sure it's done correctly

2012-03-19, 04:48 PM	#37
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	They've changed the oil and mounted wheels/tires on my 7.3L F-250. I think they've also done the 6.0L upgrades that make those motors into useful motors. __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2012-03-19, 08:26 PM	#38
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	Yes and yes. Cory will probably physically assault you if you bring a 6.0 in that needs the manifold cleaned out, but other than that, they'll do what you need. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2012-03-20, 01:34 PM	#39
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	Uber. I think i'm giong to buy a 7.3 Turbo diesel van (has a veg kit on it) and It has at least one coolant leak ... (where 2 lines connect) and I think/hope the glow plugs needs to be replaced. (doesn't start cold, but starts fine with the block heater) .. and that's not something i want to tackle. i think it would end badly if i tried. __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-03-21, 10:03 AM	#41
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	so cleaning a 7.3 manifold is fine, just not the 6.0 ? hehehe __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-03-21, 11:19 AM	#43
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	Well its a 2 tank vehicle, with a full veg system from grease car. complete with tank heater, line heaters, purge system . start on diesel , heat up, switch to veg, a few minutes before you turn it off you switch back to diesel and set the return line to the veg tank . but your concerns are noted and I realize i can't take that vehicle into Kspeed. =\ hmm... does make me worry about this Van ... __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-03-27, 11:27 AM	#47
A1337STI EJ205 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,840 Car: Impreza and an Impreza Class: AS / CRS PerfStock "pedal on the right"	How much to get new Bearings pressed In (If i walk in with the knuckles , and bearings) ? Thinking of putting new bearings in 2-4 of my knuckles... __________________ Fighting uphill battles, one bullet at a time!

2012-03-27, 06:42 PM	#49
MPREZIV Token Real Name: Le Stig Afrique? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sitting next to a big yellow box Posts: 3,589 Car: 2001 Impreza 2.5 RS Class: 05 TDSP No, I won't work on your car. F your car*	Don't spill my drink jerks!!! [/inside joke] __________________ "...these condoms have a topical anesthetic to reduce sensitivity, so you can last longer. What a paradox. You can't feel a thing, but you can f*ck for HOURS..."

2012-03-28, 05:32 PM	#50
marleyjb EJ18 Real Name: Bobby Marley Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 55 Car: 2011 WRX STi There is this thing called rain.	And don't die, Jerk