MrCat

Those dont even come close to being "Powerful" dude. The OP would be better off with his current ride.

Well, the engine is not going to go bust overnight just because it`s being revved hard (provided it`s well lubricated and serviced). As others have said, it just might make it wear quicker. Not just the engine, hard driving can have a strain on brakes, transmission, suspension and what not. If your friend likes to have some fun driving hard, let him do it mate. Its all cool as long as he doesn’t put other`s lives at stake. After all, it`s just a car, just an engine, anything mechanical can be broken and fixed.

ha ha.. Retarded minds think alike..!!

Woah, this is getting even better..! That SLS AMG`s 6.2L V8 got a German partner to party now..!!

Are there any Brera`s over there at all? A Black Brera is pure sex on wheels me thinks, in fact that`s the first car im going to grab when i win the lottery..!

Now that`s a neat job.!! Dont smell any rice here at all..

No no, this was not in SL mate.

Dont think you`ll damage anything. Make sure there`s no sand/dirt on hose you are putting in. Good luck in reaching the fuel level in the tank though, tried once in a Corolla i had (well I didnt really like the Pakistani bugger who was going to buy the car and the tank was full. ) with a siphon pump but could not get the hose deep in to reach any fuel. There were just too many bends to push it though, a stronger hose would have helped though

It actually depends on the brand and the graphics engine as well. For example, a Sony Bravia (there are different specs of the Bravia range as well though) LCD would give you better picture quality than a lesser spec LED from a non reputed brand. 32 and 42 is quite a difference in viewing size, so if it is the same price (and presumably the same brand) I would go for the 42 inch LCD. I would consider where you would keep the TV, 32 inch is actually good for the bedroom (smaller space) not a larger living room.

What the Heck? FireFox??

Your security system is probably working as it should, but confusing to use. In that case it`s a waste to get rid of it isn’t it? Maybe you could find the exact model number and try to download the user manual for it? Also, if there are any agents in SL who supports that particular brand, perhaps you can take the car to them and get the system checked/re-wired. Usually the batteries of these systems last a few years, so if you`ve replaced new ones, they should last for a while.

You still haven't confirmed whether your gear box is well maintained. (e.g. changed ATF oil?). A worn out gear box may be the culprit, even though it is shifting ok. Suggest you get the gear box checked as well.

Jeez..!! Chances are that your ABS system is actually having a fault. What a nice fix.!! You should go shoot the seller of the car!!

Ha ha ha.. guess it`s not much different to SL the way these things happen over there. "slipped and fell off of the curb..!!".. If this was Australia the store manager would probably be sued, Marines will have to face disciplinary action and the bloody thief will probably even sue the council (or shopping complex owners) for having a "dangerously made curb" that injured him.!!

Ok, Just to add, concentrate on GETTING A CAR first. It`s ok to get an idea about costs involved in "modifying", but don`t get carried away with the "moddying" idea initially. It will help if you get one which has the potential to easily find body kits, expertise and other stuff in SL (e.g. Starlet GT, Lancer CK2, Civic EG8, Marino, etc.. ). What ever you get, chances are that you`ll need to get some repairs done, so if you intend to keep it for a while, spend on getting things sorted and making the ride clean and reliable first. As you keep using it you`ll get ideas as to where to start and how to go ahead with adding kits and stuff. Who knows, maybe you`ll change your mind and you`ll want something else before you even begin moddying. But hey, you might be even lucky enough to find one that`s already done-up to your taste as well. Good luck.

Oh Okay, may that boxer rest in peace then. Jeez, you sure are able to trade stuff over there to get what you need eh? Stereo for engine, that`s great Wish parts and things were cheaper with plenty available over here to get into project stuff, but not the case in this remote nation Good luck with ya build mate.

How did you manage to create that hole on the block? I`m sure running without oil won`t result in such a mess

LoL. Those Honda/EG8 days were better and heaps more fun with people bragging about drags, random HP figures, body kits and the rest of it.

Well it really depends on the car and engine. I would refer to a user manual for the specific model to find out. User manual (or better if you can find a service manual) specify the torque values to tighten plugs. If it`s not possible to measure exact toque, I would tighten till the washer seats well with the engine block and then tighten another 1/2 turn. Usually spark plugs comes with a aluminum washer that gets squashed flat (the first time you use) for a perfect fit.

Yeah, you are probably right. The shifter linkage is just to long to transfer all the heat over isn't it. I was rather thinking about my previous Jimny, the tranny and transfer case is right below the shifter in that thing.

Just a thought, running low on gear oil may cause the transmission to heat up and hence the gear lever. Might not effect the center console area though.

Oh ok, cool.

Just to add, three larger populations (China 1st, India -2nd and Indonesia-4th) drive on the left so we are safe from global homogenization towards driving on the right. P.S. Oh crap, my mistake. China actually drives on the right. We are weak.

Some additional info might help others to answer. What do you mean my reconditioning? Paint job and sorting out the interior?

Interesting. Wasn't aware of this story before.