team3s             Saturday, May 26 2001             Volume 01 : Number 503




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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 06:50:33 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jeff Lucius <stealthman92@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I installed my Speed Bleeders yesterday. My 1992 TT (3/92 prod. date)
uses SB7100 (7mm x 1.0 thread pitch) for the rear calipers and SB1010
(10mm x 1.0 thread pitch) for the front calipers. The clutch release
(slave) cylinder bleeder also uses the SB1010.  Mike at Speed Bleeder
Products (630-739-4620) says the 7mm bleeder (which uses an 8mm hex
size for the removal "nut") was used by MMC on TT/VR4 cars produced
between 1/92 and 5/93. Other production dates are supposed to have
the 10mm x 1.0 (SB1010).

Now Mitsu may have changed the thread pitch to 1.5 ("medium coarse")
from 1.0 ("very fine") on the front calipers, but I would think that
unlikely. But anything seems possible with this company.

CAPS does list only one bleeder for the front caliper (Z16 model) for
all years (in that database), MA140271.

Here is what CAPS lists for the rear caliper bleeder:
9004.1-9202.3 MA151623 (MB366146), M10
9203.1-9305.3 MB928290, M7
9306.1-end    MA140271, M10 [same as the front]

CAPS lists only one bleeder (they call it a plug) for the clutch
release cylinder for all years (Z16 M/T model), MD704268, M10.

Tip for installers:
I had my calipers off for painting and so drained the brake fluid (to
be replaced with Ate Typ 200), I went ahead and switched the
bleeders. Then I re-read the instructions. The Speed Bleeders require
a hydraulic system (brake or clutch) that is 90% full of fluid with a
primed master cylinder. The Speed Bleeder valve cannot be overcome
(opened) by air in the lines, fluid must press against it.
Fortunately, the bleeders switch out in minutes. But I'll have to
bleed the old fashioned way - two persons - one more time before
installing the Speed Bleeders.

Jeff Lucius, www.stealth316.com

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael D. Crose" <ncsu4me@hotmail.com>
To: <Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st>
Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2001 2:55 PM
Subject: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I have a '92 VR-4 and I was sent the (1.0 x 1.0) and the (0.7 x 1.0)
bleeder screws.  I turns out that the (1.0 x 1.0) intended for the
front matches and fit the rear calipers perfectly.  I am now trying
to figure out what to do about the front because it is a (1.0 x 1.5)
and after calling Speedbleeders I found out that the (1.0 x 1.0) is
the longest they have.  The lady I spoke with said that many other
people have bought them and not had a problem. 
Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Michael D. Crose

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 06:57:44 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jeff Lucius <stealthman92@yahoo.com>
Subject: Fw: Out of Office AutoReply: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Thomas, Chris" <chris.thomas@intel.com>
To: "Jeff Lucius" <stealthman92@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 7:51 AM
Subject: Out of Office AutoReply: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I will be OOO from Friday May 25th until Tue the 29th. For any issues
regarding ePurchasing call x-1234 opt 3,3,5,1. For any issues
regarding SPS
please call 1-877-811-2574.

Thanks,
Chris Thomas
Enterprise Applications Production Support
ePurchasing/eMaterials Service Analyst
Intel Corporation
Chris.Thomas@intel.com

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 14:59:59 +0100
From: "George Shaw" <george.shaw@btinternet.com>
Subject: Team3S: AirCon Leak

OK verdict just in…he whipped, sniffed and detected a leak in the AC heat
exchanger in front of the rad. It must be very small as there was still
pressure in the AC lines but it is there. Question: Is it possible / worth
it to get the heat exchanger repaired? Has anyone ever done this? And now
the big one HOW much is a new heat ex??? [Eyes tight shut – sitting down –
waiting on answer]

Is this exchanger not in a very vulnerable place?

- --
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XL Solutions Ltd

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 10:44:19 -0400
From: "Schilberg, Darren" <DSchilberg@freemarkets.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

Thanks, Jeff.  The ones I ordered were "10mm x 1.0mm pitch" and "7mm x 1.0
mm pitch."  The 10s fit in the Big Reds and the 7s were definitely too small
for the rear calipers.  I'll read their page again and ask before I buy this
time.

So I have a set of 7mm x 1.0mm pitch Speed Bleeders if anyone has a car that
needs them.  Pay for shipping and they are yours.  Never used ... just
installed and removed.

However, the 10mm x 1.0mm pitch ones did not fit the rear either so maybe I
had the wrong pitch.  I went with stock bleeder screw until I try it again.
Thanks.

- --Flash!
dschilberg@pobox.com

3Si #577
1995 Black VR-4 w/ Big Reds, Autopower rollbar, Sparco Evo race seat,
Simpson 5-point harnesses, Pirelli P-Zeros, Goodridge SS lines, Magnecor
KV85 wires, and a custom spark plug plate
http://www.team3s.com/FAQrollbar.htm

- -----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Lucius [mailto:stealthman92@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 9:51 AM
To: Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st
Cc: Michael D. Crose
Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I installed my Speed Bleeders yesterday. My 1992 TT (3/92 prod. date)
uses SB7100 (7mm x 1.0 thread pitch) for the rear calipers and SB1010
(10mm x 1.0 thread pitch) for the front calipers. The clutch release
(slave) cylinder bleeder also uses the SB1010.  Mike at Speed Bleeder
Products (630-739-4620) says the 7mm bleeder (which uses an 8mm hex
size for the removal "nut") was used by MMC on TT/VR4 cars produced
between 1/92 and 5/93. Other production dates are supposed to have
the 10mm x 1.0 (SB1010).

Now Mitsu may have changed the thread pitch to 1.5 ("medium coarse")
from 1.0 ("very fine") on the front calipers, but I would think that
unlikely. But anything seems possible with this company.

CAPS does list only one bleeder for the front caliper (Z16 model) for
all years (in that database), MA140271.

Here is what CAPS lists for the rear caliper bleeder:
9004.1-9202.3 MA151623 (MB366146), M10
9203.1-9305.3 MB928290, M7
9306.1-end    MA140271, M10 [same as the front]

CAPS lists only one bleeder (they call it a plug) for the clutch
release cylinder for all years (Z16 M/T model), MD704268, M10.

Tip for installers:
I had my calipers off for painting and so drained the brake fluid (to
be replaced with Ate Typ 200), I went ahead and switched the
bleeders. Then I re-read the instructions. The Speed Bleeders require
a hydraulic system (brake or clutch) that is 90% full of fluid with a
primed master cylinder. The Speed Bleeder valve cannot be overcome
(opened) by air in the lines, fluid must press against it.
Fortunately, the bleeders switch out in minutes. But I'll have to
bleed the old fashioned way - two persons - one more time before
installing the Speed Bleeders.

Jeff Lucius, www.stealth316.com


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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 07:44:49 -0700
From: "Jim Berry" <fastmax@home.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I thought the 7's fit the first gen. rears ---- It's been a while but I'm sure I
bought 10's for the front and 7's for the rear.

        Jim Berry
====================================================

- ----- Original Message -----
From: Schilberg, Darren <DSchilberg@freemarkets.com>
To: 'Jeff Lucius' <stealthman92@yahoo.com>; <Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st>
Cc: Michael D. Crose <ncsu4me@hotmail.com>
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 7:44 AM
Subject: RE: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting


> Thanks, Jeff.  The ones I ordered were "10mm x 1.0mm pitch" and "7mm x 1.0
> mm pitch."  The 10s fit in the Big Reds and the 7s were definitely too small
> for the rear calipers.  I'll read their page again and ask before I buy this
> time.
>
> So I have a set of 7mm x 1.0mm pitch Speed Bleeders if anyone has a car that
> needs them.  Pay for shipping and they are yours.  Never used ... just
> installed and removed.
>
> However, the 10mm x 1.0mm pitch ones did not fit the rear either so maybe I
> had the wrong pitch.  I went with stock bleeder screw until I try it again.
> Thanks.
>
> --Flash!
> dschilberg@pobox.com
>
> 3Si #577
> 1995 Black VR-4 w/ Big Reds, Autopower rollbar, Sparco Evo race seat,
> Simpson 5-point harnesses, Pirelli P-Zeros, Goodridge SS lines, Magnecor
> KV85 wires, and a custom spark plug plate
> http://www.team3s.com/FAQrollbar.htm
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jeff Lucius [mailto:stealthman92@yahoo.com]
> Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 9:51 AM
> To: Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st
> Cc: Michael D. Crose
> Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting
>
> I installed my Speed Bleeders yesterday. My 1992 TT (3/92 prod. date)
> uses SB7100 (7mm x 1.0 thread pitch) for the rear calipers and SB1010
> (10mm x 1.0 thread pitch) for the front calipers. The clutch release
> (slave) cylinder bleeder also uses the SB1010.  Mike at Speed Bleeder
> Products (630-739-4620) says the 7mm bleeder (which uses an 8mm hex
> size for the removal "nut") was used by MMC on TT/VR4 cars produced
> between 1/92 and 5/93. Other production dates are supposed to have
> the 10mm x 1.0 (SB1010).
>
> Now Mitsu may have changed the thread pitch to 1.5 ("medium coarse")
> from 1.0 ("very fine") on the front calipers, but I would think that
> unlikely. But anything seems possible with this company.
>
> CAPS does list only one bleeder for the front caliper (Z16 model) for
> all years (in that database), MA140271.
>
> Here is what CAPS lists for the rear caliper bleeder:
> 9004.1-9202.3 MA151623 (MB366146), M10
> 9203.1-9305.3 MB928290, M7
> 9306.1-end    MA140271, M10 [same as the front]
>
> CAPS lists only one bleeder (they call it a plug) for the clutch
> release cylinder for all years (Z16 M/T model), MD704268, M10.
>
> Tip for installers:
> I had my calipers off for painting and so drained the brake fluid (to
> be replaced with Ate Typ 200), I went ahead and switched the
> bleeders. Then I re-read the instructions. The Speed Bleeders require
> a hydraulic system (brake or clutch) that is 90% full of fluid with a
> primed master cylinder. The Speed Bleeder valve cannot be overcome
> (opened) by air in the lines, fluid must press against it.
> Fortunately, the bleeders switch out in minutes. But I'll have to
> bleed the old fashioned way - two persons - one more time before
> installing the Speed Bleeders.
> Jeff Lucius, www.stealth316.com

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 10:50:10 -0400
From: "Schilberg, Darren" <DSchilberg@freemarkets.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: FAQ Updated, Tire Plus Sizing for All To Read

A response from one of my local Porsche friends.  Pictures of his car (the
one that died) are available as is the story but I'll leave that out for now
as it is unrelated.

- --Flash!
dschilberg@pobox.com

3Si #577
1995 Black VR-4 w/ Big Reds, Autopower rollbar, Sparco Evo race seat,
Simpson 5-point harnesses, Pirelli P-Zeros, Goodridge SS lines, Magnecor
KV85 wires, and a custom spark plug plate
http://www.team3s.com/FAQrollbar.htm

- -----Original Message-----
From: Mark J. Nernberg [mailto:mark@marknernberg.com]
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 10:06 AM
To: Schilberg, Darren
Subject: RE: Team3S: FAQ Updated, Tire Plus Sizing for All To Read

O.K.  As the resident porsche expert, I'll step in here at risk of getting
flamed.

Before I go on, I'd like to let everyone know that my Porsche (a 993 Ruf
Turbo R) is being totalled by the insurance company as soon as their
investigation is completed.  I'm replacing it with a Ferrari F355, as
finding a 993TT in the same condition as mine had been just isn't possible.

First, the Porsche AWD system is designed to have all four wheels and tires
at the same diameter.  While I ran wider than stock rims, I was careful to
make certain that the diameters were the same.  The Porsche system as
provided standard on the car provides between 5 and 40% of the available
power to the front wheels depending on detected wheelspin.

If you were to run tires differing in diameter, the system would be confused
and begin doing some strange things.  In fairly short order, the system
would be severely damaged.  When I say short order, I mean perhaps 1 or two
laps at most.  (Ask me how I know).

The system can also be disconnected or removed.  To disconnect the system,
the forward driveshaft must be removed and some computer work performed.
Then you would have a RWD vehicle with the advantages and disadvantages of
RWD on the track.  The car would be somewhat faster (owing to the lack of
parasitic losses within the system), but handling could be dicey.

If anyone has further questions, they may feel free to email them to me
directly.

Mark J. Nernberg
993 Ruf Turbo R (dead)
1991 Ferrari Mondial T cabriolet
1997 Ferrari F355

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 10:52:05 -0400
From: "Schilberg, Darren" <DSchilberg@freemarkets.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

You did.  You did.  I have second gen rears.  Their catalog clearly states
they make them for first gen rear only.  That is why I didn't make them take
them back since it was my mistake and not theirs.

- --Flash!

- -----Original Message-----
From: Jim Berry [mailto:fastmax@home.com]
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 10:45 AM
To: Schilberg, Darren; 'Jeff Lucius'; Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st
Cc: Michael D. Crose
Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I thought the 7's fit the first gen. rears ---- It's been a while but I'm
sure I
bought 10's for the front and 7's for the rear.

        Jim Berry


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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 11:28:34 -0400
From: "Schilberg, Darren" <DSchilberg@freemarkets.com>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Emission test

Thanks Marc.  The door was wide open so the hose went somewhere.

Anyway, I thought they put those "sniffers" in the tips but wouldn't putting
it in more tips get more of a %-age or a better or worse average?

- --Flash!

- -----Original Message-----
From: Marc Jonathan Jacobs [mailto:Marc.Jacobs@usa.alcatel.com]
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 11:22 AM
To: Schilberg, Darren
Subject: Re: Team3S: Emission test

Maybe it wasn't emissions, but just trying to get the exhaust fumes out
of the garage?  just a thought.

The emissions test in North Carolina is a little (1/2") pipe that goes
in one of the tailpipes and the measurements are relative (% CO2, %
hydrocarbons) so it doesn't matter how many tips you have.


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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 11:32:46 -0400
From: Steve Petry <sjpsys@rit.edu>
Subject: Team3S: Sticky Wings ( I don't mean Chicken)

I have a 91 with Active aero, and sometime my wing sticks in the up
position.  When it works it works well, I can hear it engage and disengage
at speed, but sometimes the wing stays in the up position.  Any idea what
could be causing it to stick in the up position?   Does it need to be lubed
anywhere or adjusted?  I have tried to turn the active aero switch on and
off to clear it too.

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 08:47:31 -0700
From: Jim Elferdink <macintosh@sunra.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I put Speed bleeders on my 2nd gen. They are the same front and back. Part #
SB 1010 (10 mm X 1.0 ).

Jim
94 VR-4
>
> You did.  You did.  I have second gen rears.  Their catalog clearly states
> they make them for first gen rear only.  That is why I didn't make them take
> them back since it was my mistake and not theirs.
>
> --Flash!

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 09:05:35 -0700
From: Wayne <whietala@prodigy.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Sticky Wings ( I don't mean Chicken)

O.K. since the regulars aren't speaking up, i will. Usually when this
happens (and it does with most wings) taking it apart, cleaning, and
re-greasing the tracks and sliders (you'll see when you get it
disassembled) will solve the problem. Remove the wing, flip it upside down,
and start disassembling. The rest is self explanatory.

Jack


At 08:32 AM 5/25/01 , Steve Petry wrote:
>I have a 91 with Active aero, and sometime my wing sticks in the up
>position.  When it works it works well, I can hear it engage and disengage
>at speed, but sometimes the wing stays in the up position.  Any idea what
>could be causing it to stick in the up position?   Does it need to be lubed
>anywhere or adjusted?


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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 10:50:08 -0500
From: "Curt Gendron" <curt_gendron@hotmail.com>
Subject: Team3S: Price of Borla went down at CarParts!!

Hey everyone,

I don't usually bother you guys with my CarParts deals, but this one is
really good!!  CarParts just dropped the price of the Borla twin turbo
exhaust from $813.15 to $677.24.  That means with my 20% off coupoon, you
can get it for $541.79.  Thats a GREAT price!!  If you've been thinking
about getting a Borla, now is the time.  CarParts can change there pricing
at any time and my 20% off coupon is over at the end of May.

The Borla part number to search for is 15443 and my CarParts coupons are at:
http://www.mn3s.org/car-parts.html

later,
Curt
http://www.mn3s.org

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 12:12:59 -0400
From: "Michael D. Crose" <ncsu4me@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: Speedbleeders not fitting

I spoke with someone at Speedbleeders and she said that Mitsubishi made a
change during the middle of the '92 production year.

I don't have the second generation calipers in the rear but the 7 mm
speedbleeder was not large enough.  The 1.0 x 1.0 fit perfectly in the rear,
the thread length on the front bleeder was 0.5 cm longer than the one
Speedbleeders sent me.  I am not sure what size to get now?

Michael

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 09:50:13 -0700
From: "Bart Kurek" <bart_kurek@eli.net>
Subject: Re: Team3S: looking for best car wash

I recently did my car with Meguiers cleaner,  polish and finally wax. See
results at...

http://www.bart.kurek.com/photo/3000gt.htm


- -Bart Kurek
Sales Engineer
Electric Lightwave Inc. (ELIX)
http://www.eli.net
mailto:bart_kurek@eli.net


- ----- Original Message -----
From: "anthonymelillo" <anthonymelillo@home.com>
To: "Team 3S List Submissions" <Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st>; "3000GT List
Submissions" <Stealth@starnet.net>
Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2001 10:20 AM
Subject: Team3S: looking for best car wash


> I am looking for the best car wash for my 1997 VR-4, which I had repainted
> with PPG Metallic paint about a year ago.  Someone told me about Mcquires
> Gold Class Car Wash, but none of the local stores carry it.
>
> I used to use Zymol Car wash, but can't find that locally either.
>
> We have a problem with hard water in my area, and most washes cause water
> spots.  I tried Zymol Clear Auto Bath, and got water spots.
>
> Any suggestions ?  Thanks
> Anthony Melillo
> anthonymelillo@home.com

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 13:13:49 EDT
From: DiABLoCarAudio@aol.com
Subject: Team3S: 94+ Viper Hood?

Hi, I'm looking to upgrade my 92RT/TT front end to have a 94+ hood and
headlights.  Did anyone ever get their carbonfiber hood from GT-Pro?  I know
there were some problems with that, but I heard that they were slightly
cheaper than a stock hood from a dealer or M&S Recycling.  Is this true? 
Also, I'm not interested in paying $800+ for each headlight?  What's the
least expensive way of going about doing this and how much should I expect to
pay?
Thanks,
- -Paul
Norwood, MA
1992 Pearl White RT/NA
    For Sale..  =(
    http://209.58.199.225/vbb/showthread.php?s=&postid=194310
1992 Green RT/TT
    K&N FIPK
    1000CA 800CCA Battery
    Porterfield Cryo-Treated Rotors & R-4S Pads
    Porterfield Custom Stainless Steel Brake Lines
    Denso Platinum Spark Plugs Re-gapped @ .034"
    Greddy Profec Manual Boost Controller @ .9 Bar
    Custom 3" Exhaust to Apex Muffler
    15K miles on Rebuilt Engine
    Hard-Wired Cobra Radar Detector
    Viper Alarm System
    Pioneer DEH-P8000R
    PowerAcoustik 1600 Watt Amp
    Power Precision 200 Watt Amp   
    Dual Xtant 10" 500 Watt Subs
    1 Farad Stiffening Capacitor
3Si1127
Diablo Car Audio
www.DiabloCarAudio.com

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 11:31:24 -0700
From: "Gross, Erik" <erik.gross@intel.com>
Subject: Team3S: Front Active Aero Operation and Exhaust Pipe Height

Ok, so someone please(?!?) tell me that the front active aero motor has its
stop (up and down) positions calibrated by a switch detecting excessive
current draw from the motor as it encounters resistance.  I think that's how
most motor circuits of that type operate, but I waned to be sure.  I know
the antenna and power window circuits operate like this.

The reason (cringe):
<And it's not my fault!!!!>

Traveling 60mph down I-5 (4 lanes) on my way home last night, either a small
(15lb) black animal or a half of a tire "scurried" from the lane adjacent to
mine into the middle of my lane... about 30 feet in front of me.  I had
under a second to react and did not have time to check if indeed the lane to
my left was occupied (the right one was).  It looked like it "got up and
ran" into my lane, but I don't see any blood or fur on my car (although
there might be some on the rear differential).  Anyway, I just kept the
steering straight and hit it head on. 

It went under my front fascia (no damage to that)., but my front active aero
was down :-(  It beat up the plastic part of it pretty bad.  After a cursory
look when I got home (it was late), it looks like the motor and the metal
posts that extend down are ok.  It looks like the "lower plate" - the metal
bar that the plastic attaches to is ok as well.  Only the big plastic piece
looks damaged, and it doesn't go all the way up when the Active Aero is off
(hence the question about the motor stop point).

It might have ripped a rear exhaust hanger off, too, but I don't remember if
my exhaust hung that low when I bought the car.   I'll get under there and
look more carefully this evening.  Can anyone tell from the pictures if the
exhaust is abnormally low near the rear differential?

I just looked up the price of the active aero dam (the plastic part that
moved down) and it's $300 (with our discount)!!!  Arrrrrrrrrrggghhh!  Anyone
know if I have any recourse other than through my insurance company?  I
don't want my rates to go up :(   I'll check M&S and see if there are any
used ones there.

Anyone lower their car, remove the front active aero, and not want the big
plastic part?  Maybe I'll pop out a heat gun and see if I can bend the
plastic back into shape...

Pictures, if you can offer any suggestions:
http://pws.ihpc.net/erikgross/3000GTVR-4/VR-4Damage.html

Thanks

- --Erik
[muttering a few 4-letter words under his breath]

- ------                                             ----------
Erik Gross                                         DuPont, WA
'95 Lamp Black 3000GT VR-4 (AWD, 4WS, ECS)          31,000 mi
   K&N FIPK, HKS Turbo Exhaust, GReddy ProfecA,
   HKS Sequential BOV, HKS Turbo Timer, GReddy Boost Gauge
   Castrol Syn5W50, BG SynchroShift(TX, TC), Mobil1 (R.Diff)
'94 Algae-Blue "fun to slide around corners" Corolla 75,000mi
http://pws.ihpc.net/erikgross/home.html

  ********************* For Sale ************************
'95 Galaxy White Pearl 3000GT (NA, DOHC, 5MT)       78,000 mi
   Magnacor KV85, M1 10W30, K&N FIPK, Skippy PCV Catch Can,
   SZ50EP 245/45/ZR17, 17x8.5J 1GTT wheels
  *******************************************************
- -------------------------------------------------------------


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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 13:19:47 -0700
From: "Jim Berry" <fastmax@home.com>
Subject: Team3S: CAPS --- yet again

I'm finally getting around to installing the CAPS program and
when executing the setup.exe program it insists that I put it
on the C drive ---- is this true or did I miss something. The
instructions imply I can use any drive and I have little space
left on C and no desire to free up 364MB on a 2G drive.

        Jim Berry

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 14:09:07 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jeff Lucius <stealthman92@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: CAPS --- yet again

15GB drives are now about $80-100. :)

Nevertheless, both computers I have CAPS installed on are using Drive
C for the files. In particular, there is a 361 MB folder called PASEN
that contains the database information. I have not tried to install
it otherwise (except that my NT workstation did not like CAPS and
won't run it).

I also have a hardcopy version of part of CAPS. It's called the
"Parts Catalog 3000GT '91-'94 Z11A, Z16A", Pub No. MSSP-001B-96
(1/2). EBay facilitated the transfer to my hands. There may be more
copies out there, though my local Mitsu parts manager has never heard
of this catalog.

Jeff Lucius, www.stealth316.com

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Berry" <fastmax@home.com>
To: <team3S@stealth-3000gt.st>
Sent: Friday, May 25, 2001 2:19 PM
Subject: Team3S: CAPS --- yet again

I'm finally getting around to installing the CAPS program and
when executing the setup.exe program it insists that I put it
on the C drive ---- is this true or did I miss something. The
instructions imply I can use any drive and I have little space
left on C and no desire to free up 364MB on a 2G drive.

        Jim Berry

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 18:39:18 -0700
From: Richard <radanc@home.com>
Subject: Re: Team3S: FAQ Updated, Tire Plus Sizing for All To Read

What about weight ratio. If you upgraded wheels to lighter aluminum
alloy in front and stock in back does weight matter at all? Hopefully
this is not a problem for the AWD AWS systems???

Rich
92 Stealth tT

cody wrote:
>

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Date: Fri, 25 May 2001 21:21:50 -0500
From: "Oskar" <osk@mediaone.net>
Subject: Team3S: 18" 5-star R/T TT chrome wheel wanted

I am looking for one or two 18" 5-star R/T TT chrome wheels.  These were
offered as an option in 1995-1996.  Please e-mail me privately with
condition and price.

Thanks,
Oskar
'95 R/T TT

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Date: Sat, 26 May 2001 00:06:35 -0400
From: "Chris" <caurilio@yahoo.com>
Subject: Team3S: TT Mod to FWD Auto

I've been following the few-and-far-between discussions on Turbo/auto combos
that have drifted through the list the past few months, in the hopes that I
could glean some useful info on the conversion process.  After some thought,
I came to the conclusion that I was probably better off buying a TT and
swapping the 6 Speed for an automatic than trying to mod the NA motor.  But
then I saw this collection of turbo parts,
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=591654402
and now I'm wondering again.  Has anyone done either of these conversions
with much success?    I'd be interested in any comments for or against
either combination. Thx, Chris

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Date: Sat, 26 May 2001 04:55:35 EDT
From: DiABLoCarAudio@aol.com
Subject: Team3S: Denso Iridium Spark Plugs for $10/piece!!!!

Who's interested in getting some iridiums for less than the cost of stock
NGK's?  I'm in the process of setting up an account with Denso's leading
distributor and I will be selling almost at cost.  If we can get a group buy
on this the price will go down even more.  Since this is an item we all need
and it's fairly less expensive than anything else we do to our cars you might
as well get the best plugs now for less than you'd pay later for the second
rate ones.  There will be more details int he next couple days so I look
forward to getting many people to join in on this buy.  Elsewhere, the best
price I've heard of so far was $14/plug, but I've definitely seen it go up to
almost $20/plug.  Please respond privately as I'm expecting there to be a lot
of interest in this buy.

- -Paul
Norwood, MA
1992 Pearl White RT/NA
    For Sale..  =(
    http://209.58.199.225/vbb/showthread.php?s=&postid=194310
1992 Green RT/TT
    K&N FIPK
    1000CA 800CCA Battery
    Porterfield Cryo-Treated Rotors & R-4S Pads
    Porterfield Custom Stainless Steel Brake Lines
    Denso Platinum Spark Plugs Re-gapped @ .034"
    Greddy Profec Manual Boost Controller @ .9 Bar
    Custom 3" Exhaust to Apex Muffler
    15K miles on Rebuilt Engine
    Hard-Wired Cobra Radar Detector
    Viper Alarm System
    Pioneer DEH-P8000R
    PowerAcoustik 1600 Watt Amp
    Power Precision 200 Watt Amp   
    Dual Xtant 10" 500 Watt Subs
    1 Farad Stiffening Capacitor
3Si1127
Diablo Car Audio
www.DiabloCarAudio.com

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Date: Sat, 26 May 2001 09:55:13 -0500
From: "cody" <overclck@starband.net>
Subject: RE: Team3S: Denso Iridium Spark Plugs for $10/piece!!!!

I am interested here, as the one thing I have not purchased for my car
yet is new spark plugs (well, recently at least).  I do have a question
for some of the more knowledgeable about spark plugs.  I have the
non-turbo SL, with Nitrous.  I had been running a 70 shot of nitrous
(very conservatively, I might add), and had been using the factory-spec
NGK's.  Well, now I am considering turning up the NOS usage, and best I
can tell, Copper NGK Plugs 2 Heat ranges colder than stock is what I
should get.  Question though:  What about the Iridiums?  Are they any
good (especially for the money), and would they work with Nitrous
Oxide???

- -Cody

- -----Original Message-----
From: owner-team3s@stealth-3000gt.st
[mailto:owner-team3s@stealth-3000gt.st] On Behalf Of
DiABLoCarAudio@aol.com
Sent: Saturday, May 26, 2001 3:56 AM
To: stealth@starnet.net; Team3S@stealth-3000gt.st
Subject: Team3S: Denso Iridium Spark Plugs for $10/piece!!!!

Who's interested in getting some iridiums for less than the cost of
stock
NGK's?  I'm in the process of setting up an account with Denso's leading

distributor and I will be selling almost at cost.  If we can get a group
buy
on this the price will go down even more.  Since this is an item we all
need
and it's fairly less expensive than anything else we do to our cars you
might
as well get the best plugs now for less than you'd pay later for the
second
rate ones.  There will be more details int he next couple days so I look

forward to getting many people to join in on this buy.  Elsewhere, the
best
price I've heard of so far was $14/plug, but I've definitely seen it go
up to
almost $20/plug.  Please respond privately as I'm expecting there to be
a lot
of interest in this buy.

- -Paul
Norwood, MA
1992 Pearl White RT/NA
3Si1127
Diablo Car Audio
www.DiabloCarAudio.com

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