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4zilch wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 1:17 pm
Big Brain Bradley wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 11:39 am

solid plan
:dat:

I'd really like to drive an RF and the roadster in anger, back-to-back to see if there's really an perceptible handling differences.
The RF is way better looking, but that's just, like my opinion man.
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Desertbreh wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 4:03 pm
4zilch wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 1:17 pm

:dat:

I'd really like to drive an RF and the roadster in anger, back-to-back to see if there's really an perceptible handling differences.
The RF is way better looking, but that's just, like my opinion man.
I agree. Also more useful when it gets cold (if I were to DD it). From what I've read wind buffeting is an issue with the top retracted. I'll do some test drives once the weather warms up.
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stripethree wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 3:56 pm You can FiST me... or something.
Bet you say that to all the girls.
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4zilch wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 4:18 pm
Desertbreh wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 4:03 pm

The RF is way better looking, but that's just, like my opinion man.
I agree. Also more useful when it gets cold (if I were to DD it). From what I've read wind buffeting is an issue with the top retracted. I'll do some test drives once the weather warms up.
I'm guessing that side/rear visibility blows in the RF. Dunno how much, if any, worse it is than the regular car with the top up :doe:

I usually had the top down in the MR2 in all weather just so that I could see what's around me.
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troyguitar wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 4:20 pm
4zilch wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 4:18 pm

I agree. Also more useful when it gets cold (if I were to DD it). From what I've read wind buffeting is an issue with the top retracted. I'll do some test drives once the weather warms up.
I'm guessing that side/rear visibility blows in the RF. Dunno how much, if any, worse it is than the regular car with the top up :doe:

I usually had the top down in the MR2 in all weather just so that I could see what's around me.
Blind spot is an issue due to the b-pillar. It’s not really a deal breaker for me though. I used to drive a window-less parts van, before backup cams were a thing.
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[user not found] wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 6:14 pm
4zilch wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 4:18 pm

I agree. Also more useful when it gets cold (if I were to DD it). From what I've read wind buffeting is an issue with the top retracted. I'll do some test drives once the weather warms up.
I wasn't able to confirm this when I drove the RF but I only took it around the block.

Do they say what speeds it occurs at?
Greater than 40 mph. Granted statements are from “journalists” so :iono:
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4zilch wrote: Wed Feb 07, 2018 5:24 pm

Blind spot is an issue due to the b-pillar. It’s not really a deal breaker for me though. I used to drive a window-less parts van, before backup cams were a thing.
Did you sit in one/drive one? It's really a non-issue. I was surprised at the visibility because I had the same concern.

I'd bet the visibility is better in the RF than the soft top verson.
I wouldn’t be surprised if it is. Again, even if it does suck, I don’t think poor visibility on its own would keep me from buying one.

Edit: and no I haven’t sat in one yet.
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So.

Needs shocks. Talking to shop in Cali to build something that'll hold up to rallyx.
Going to softer springs also. I have the springs that came with the KWs (514# up front, progressive rear) and am going to try those for a new baseline because it's $0 just the work to swap them. This will happen before shocks are built, of course.

I am also going to finally need new rallyx tires. The Winterforces have been good but are starting to get really chewed up.

I'm thinking hard about downsizing the brakes to fit 15s and rally tires. I have exhausted my research resources for 17s and if I want the car to be competitive, it's what I would have to do. I have to refresh my memory on what I'd need and off what car, but I'm going to look into it for serious again.
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:jimp: This is so awesome.
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Yaassss!!!! Go down to 15's and rock some rally tires!
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One of my largest complaints about the Mk4 R32 interior is that there is nowhere to put a damn phone, even a normal size one by today's standards (iPhone 6). I've fiddled with man things before and never been that happy, plus, it was always difficult to route and hide wiring for the iPod adapter that I have routed from the stock amp in the back of the car.

I'm not 5/7 on this finished product, but I'm happy enough.

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Pros:
- This thing ain't movin'. I am not worried about it holding up to rallyx and track day duty for data collection.
- Wiring is finally hidden! After years! And there's enough slack that a passenger can sit in the seat and have their phone plugged in

Cons:
- Passenger knee room takes a hit, but when the seat is 50% back or more, it wasn't bad. The plate is easily removable when not in use and there's room in the glove box shelf for it and a phone if it is a problem. In the last photo, the seat is 90% forward and I'm 6' tall.
- Visibility from the driver side is good, but not 5/7. Needs like 10* more of articulation. I might solve this later if I see it as a problem. The iniial test drive was satisfactory.
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Panavise PortaGrip Phone Holder with AMPS Adapter Plate https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CO3HBK8?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
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Double post
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No prob. They are legit, I have them in both cars now.
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stripethree wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 11:30 am One of my largest complaints about the Mk4 R32 interior is that there is nowhere to put a damn phone, even a normal size one by today's standards (iPhone 6). I've fiddled with man things before and never been that happy, plus, it was always difficult to route and hide wiring for the iPod adapter that I have routed from the stock amp in the back of the car.

I'm not 5/7 on this finished product, but I'm happy enough.

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Pros:
- This thing ain't movin'. I am not worried about it holding up to rallyx and track day duty for data collection.
- Wiring is finally hidden! After years! And there's enough slack that a passenger can sit in the seat and have their phone plugged in

Cons:
- Passenger knee room takes a hit, but when the seat is 50% back or more, it wasn't bad. The plate is easily removable when not in use and there's room in the glove box shelf for it and a phone if it is a problem. In the last photo, the seat is 90% forward and I'm 6' tall.
- Visibility from the driver side is good, but not 5/7. Needs like 10* more of articulation. I might solve this later if I see it as a problem. The iniial test drive was satisfactory.
This looks 5/7! :like:
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[user not found] wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 1:05 pm
stripethree wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 1:01 pm No prob. They are legit, I have them in both cars now.
I've got a Bullydog tuner for the Bro Forks that I've been looking for a mount plate for so I can do a custom mount, that's exactly what I needed.
TOONER?!?!?!?!?

Keep the dolphins away.
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Apex wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 9:31 pm
[user not found] wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 1:05 pm

I've got a Bullydog tuner for the Bro Forks that I've been looking for a mount plate for so I can do a custom mount, that's exactly what I needed.
TUNA?!?!?!?!?

Keep the dolphins away.
FIFY
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Big Brain Bradley wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 9:48 pm
Apex wrote: Sat Mar 31, 2018 9:31 pm

TUNA?!?!?!?!?

Keep the dolphins away.
FIFY
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[user not found] wrote: Sun Apr 01, 2018 12:03 am Time to bring back the :dolphin:
:lolol:
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[user not found] wrote:Time to bring back the :dolphin:
:triggered:
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Look out! It'll destroy your crangshaft! :dolphin:
:wap: Where are these mangos?
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[user not found] wrote: Sun Apr 01, 2018 12:03 am Time to bring back the :dolphin:
i dont get it. cliffs?
brain go brrrrrr
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Big Brain Bradley wrote: Sun Apr 01, 2018 11:19 am
[user not found] wrote: Sun Apr 01, 2018 12:03 am Time to bring back the :dolphin:
i dont get it. cliffs?
:dat:
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Big Brain Bradley wrote: Sun Apr 01, 2018 11:19 am i dont get it. cliffs?
:crang: :wub: :dolphin:
Not since :dolphin: dropped a drill press from the ceiling onto his crangshaft.
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Tarspin wrote:Not since :dolphin: dropped a drill press from the ceiling onto his crangshaft.
:dat:
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