# NYSpeed Automotive **URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=196 [Latest](https://forums.speedlife.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.speedlife.net/categories.md) **Page:** 197 --- ## [New daily driver](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-daily-driver/221273)
**Author:** [@Zcamaro95](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Zcamaro95)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2012, 9:52am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-daily-driver/221273 "2012-04-10T09:52:51Z")
Traded in my 03 jeep liberty today and picked up a new ford focus hatch. Wanted something that was better on gas but was still fun to drive and that looked good. So far today i averaged 30 mpgs which is alot better the… --- ## [Bike accident on Elmwood exit, 290w](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bike-accident-on-elmwood-exit-290w/221937)
**Author:** [@93gspeccivic](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/93gspeccivic)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2012, 8:19am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bike-accident-on-elmwood-exit-290w/221937 "2012-04-10T08:19:15Z")
Couldn’t tell what make the bike was, it was destroyed. It looks like the rider drove straight into the cement barrier and the whole exit was blocked off. Hope everyone on here is ok. --- ## [thinking about selling my macbook](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/thinking-about-selling-my-macbook/220702)
**Author:** [@llink78](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/llink78)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2012, 7:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/thinking-about-selling-my-macbook/220702 "2012-04-10T07:32:34Z")
So i have a Late 2008 unibody macbook 13.3 inch. has a 120gb SSD hd and 8gb off ddr3 ram, the 2.0 intel core 2 duo and Lion installed. has zero scratches or blemishes. and the battery still holds over a 2 hour charge. wh… --- ## [carlisle?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/carlisle/221972)
**Author:** [@stihlayota](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/stihlayota)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 8:21pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/carlisle/221972 "2012-04-09T20:21:45Z")
can someone point me in the direction of carlisle to find out when, where and if their is a meeting place to all cruise down? --- ## [Need help, bmw soft ware update please](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-help-bmw-soft-ware-update-please/221956)
**Author:** [@turbociv](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/turbociv)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 7:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-help-bmw-soft-ware-update-please/221956 "2012-04-09T19:53:23Z")
So is the dealer the only cat in town updating bmws? I just installed an aux kit in my e60 and need the software updated to recognize it. I need it done in the next couple days before a road trip. Bmw can’t get me in … --- ## [new from lancaster](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-from-lancaster/220769)
**Author:** [@2oprelude00](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/2oprelude00)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 2:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-from-lancaster/220769 "2012-04-09T14:28:54Z")
i have a 2000 honda prelude base with a few things done to it nothing special (thermal r&d catback, testpipe, megan racing header, lowering springs, intake) the car is slow and the only thing it is good at is burning oil… --- ## [I got promoted today!](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-got-promoted-today/221936)
**Author:** [@boxxa](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boxxa)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 1:59pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-got-promoted-today/221936 "2012-04-09T13:59:26Z")
I have hit a new high in my professional career. I am on top of the world!! \[http://a2.ec-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/68/49c66b41ccb84ab78759dbeb11bcd843/l.jpg\] --- ## [sbc guys step in](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/sbc-guys-step-in/221948)
**Author:** [@Jim1234664](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jim1234664)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 1:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/sbc-guys-step-in/221948 "2012-04-09T13:42:19Z")
So my uncle needs to get rid of a 1972 350 with 2 bolt mains that he took out of a 2 door impala in 1985 (not sure if it has accessories or not if that matters). It has been sitting in a garage ever since and probably ne… --- ## [2004 jetta radio install question...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2004-jetta-radio-install-question/221903)
**Author:** [@splitmup](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/splitmup)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 10:18am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2004-jetta-radio-install-question/221903 "2012-04-09T10:18:56Z")
I removed the factory radio, got a wire harness to match, ready to do the install and noticed the red hot wire is missing from the aftermarket harness that attaches to the factory harness. i did some online searches to s… --- ## [Anyone have contact info for Anonymity?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-have-contact-info-for-anonymity/221946)
**Author:** [@livin4hockey](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/livin4hockey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2012, 7:06am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-have-contact-info-for-anonymity/221946 "2012-04-09T07:06:31Z")
Sent him a PM but would like to get in touch with him sooner if possible since I don’t know how frequently he logs on. If anyone has a number I could reach him at that wants to PM it to me, that would be great. Thanks! … --- ## [OFFICIAL '11-'12 BUFFALO SABRES SEASON THREAD](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/official-11-12-buffalo-sabres-season-thread/213213)
**Author:** [@ProgRocker](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ProgRocker)\ **Replies:** 382\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2012, 6:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/official-11-12-buffalo-sabres-season-thread/213213 "2012-04-08T18:56:47Z")
Well I guess it’s never to early to start but…Drew Stafford signed to a 4-year deal. Buffalo Sabres GM Darcy Regier announced today the Sabres have agreed to terms with forward Drew Stafford, who was set to become a … --- ## [I have reached a new pinnacle in my career as of today.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-have-reached-a-new-pinnacle-in-my-career-as-of-today/221836)
**Author:** [@BOBBYGRV](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BOBBYGRV)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2012, 5:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-have-reached-a-new-pinnacle-in-my-career-as-of-today/221836 "2012-04-08T17:38:05Z")
I spent my morning shooting a commercial with Fred Jackson. You should see it running in about 2-3 weeks. We signed him on to do a few more commercials and we have been using the Bills fieldhouse to do a lot of our shots… --- ## [formula D nj?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/formula-d-nj/221637)
**Author:** [@Red\_SRT-4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Red_SRT-4)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2012, 1:34pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/formula-d-nj/221637 "2012-04-08T13:34:40Z")
just curious if anyones planing on going to formula D in NJ this year? I’m going just wondering if I’ll run into any NY speeders/CNY members want to meet for the drive down, several nice cars are always better than one. --- ## [Easter/Zombie Jesus festivities.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/easter-zombie-jesus-festivities/221911)
**Author:** [@Spam16v](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Spam16v)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2012, 6:38am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/easter-zombie-jesus-festivities/221911 "2012-04-08T06:38:02Z")
Inb4theresurection. What’s everyone got planned? Family and friends for me. Cruising around the southtowns in the cabriolet for me n’ the misses, Glenwood/Colden and Eden to be exact. Not many left in my clan, 14 has tur… --- ## [handgun crew](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/handgun-crew/221748)
**Author:** [@justa4door](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/justa4door)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2012, 5:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/handgun-crew/221748 "2012-04-08T05:50:29Z")
I’m about to hand in my permit. I’m looking for a gun. Thinking Xd40 or M&P 40 … I’m a pussy and 45 is to loud for me. Also looking for a place to buy. I’m out of Erie county so closest to me is S&S in springville but … --- ## [cheap gauges - anyone use prosport](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/cheap-gauges-anyone-use-prosport/221858)
**Author:** [@stuiephoto](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/stuiephoto)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 3:20pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/cheap-gauges-anyone-use-prosport/221858 "2012-04-07T15:20:14Z")
I’ve read that these prosport gauges have gotten a lot better over the past 2 years and have good customer service/warranty response. http://prosportgauges.com/premium-series-peak-warning-gauges-blue-white-52mm.aspx Us… --- ## [Quick Time SFI Bellhousing intall, and reveiw.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/quick-time-sfi-bellhousing-intall-and-reveiw/221913)
**Author:** [@Studderin](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Studderin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 2:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/quick-time-sfi-bellhousing-intall-and-reveiw/221913 "2012-04-07T14:04:52Z")
Its a really nice piece, got it from RPM they have a sale on them right now, contact Jeremy about getting ine or call them. RPM also rebuilt my trans, and it looks like new. The bellhosing adds weight over the stock but… --- ## [Stance is everything](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/stance-is-everything/221887)
**Author:** [@Darksyde](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Darksyde)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 1:09pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/stance-is-everything/221887 "2012-04-07T13:09:33Z")
\[http://i44.servimg.com/u/f44/13/14/47/91/46029610.jpg\] \[http://i44.servimg.com/u/f44/13/14/47/91/46359010.jpg\] --- ## [Pulmonary lung test?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/pulmonary-lung-test/221820)
**Author:** [@KuntryQuestTSi](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/KuntryQuestTSi)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 12:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/pulmonary-lung-test/221820 "2012-04-07T12:30:58Z")
I have to go for one of these tomorrow morining. Is there anything I can do to get ready for this? Long jog or some serious cardio is all I can think of. --- ## [C5/C6 Solid Motor mounts ?Thoughts?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/c5-c6-solid-motor-mounts-thoughts/221906)
**Author:** [@V84Life](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/V84Life)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 12:26pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/c5-c6-solid-motor-mounts-thoughts/221906 "2012-04-07T12:26:05Z")
I Need to change out the stock Motor mounts on My C5 I just hit 80k on it and Im sure there the originals but either way they are shot from the extra abuse my 500hp camed motor has been torquing on them. I was looking at… --- ## [Thoughts on a 2005 Dodge Dakota crew cab w/ 4.6 V8?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/thoughts-on-a-2005-dodge-dakota-crew-cab-w-4-6-v8/221876)
**Author:** [@BOBBYGRV](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BOBBYGRV)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 8:07am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/thoughts-on-a-2005-dodge-dakota-crew-cab-w-4-6-v8/221876 "2012-04-07T08:07:21Z")
I am looking to pick up this truck in addition to my TL. It has 63K on it and is in fairly good shape. It is the quad cab 4.6 V8 w/ a performance chip. It has 4x4 too. What should I look for on this truck? I drove it an… --- ## [Put a sweet new grill on my passat](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/put-a-sweet-new-grill-on-my-passat/221741)
**Author:** [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2012, 4:04am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/put-a-sweet-new-grill-on-my-passat/221741 "2012-04-07T04:04:06Z")
much better! \[http://www.barryboys.co.uk/photos21/40d1875f6d7f.JPG\] but then I was like, why not do the same with my TT, but I got a little carried away… \[http://www.barryboys.co.uk/photos18/b277f6305da6565cc5c635f856… --- ## [People of Walmart.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/people-of-walmart/72812)
**Author:** [@dawn](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/dawn)\ **Replies:** 116\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2012, 5:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/people-of-walmart/72812 "2012-04-06T17:27:04Z")
http://peopleofwalmart.com/ \[http://peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/12.jpg\] \[http://peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/461.jpg\] \[http://peopleofwalmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/19.jpg\] … --- ## [S2000 trumps everything and is the best car ever!!!](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/s2000-trumps-everything-and-is-the-best-car-ever/221802)
**Author:** [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2012, 9:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/s2000-trumps-everything-and-is-the-best-car-ever/221802 "2012-04-06T09:50:00Z")
:bigtup: --- ## [130 hour restoration detail - Bentley GT](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/130-hour-restoration-detail-bentley-gt/221834)
**Author:** [@Minglor](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Minglor)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2012, 6:52am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/130-hour-restoration-detail-bentley-gt/221834 "2012-04-06T06:52:51Z")
http://ls1tech.com/forums/appearance-detailing/1532645-130-hour-restoration-detail-bentley-gt.html Cross posted the first 2 posts. Pretty impressive work but I wouldn’t want to drive it after. This Bentley required … --- ## [Lawn Mower won't prime/start cold](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/lawn-mower-wont-prime-start-cold/221853)
**Author:** [@jimmyfloyd](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jimmyfloyd)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 10:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/lawn-mower-wont-prime-start-cold/221853 "2012-04-05T22:16:53Z")
Figured I would ask here first before looking for a small engine repair forum. I have a Craftsman 5hp 21" Eager-1 lawnmower with I believe a tecumseh motor. It has always ran and started for me after being stored all wi… --- ## [The US economy is bad when....](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/the-us-economy-is-bad-when/221830)
**Author:** [@Bakes](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Bakes)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 9:26pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/the-us-economy-is-bad-when/221830 "2012-04-05T21:26:58Z")
…we can’t even make good fake ID’s anymore! http://www.9wsyr.com/news/local/story/Cops-Upstate-NY-teens-had-high-tech-fake-IDs/tgstte0I402LQ1pWG9qHpw.cspx Bring back our jobs!:salut::slight\_smile: --- ## [City of Buffalo permit, walling in a back porch?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/city-of-buffalo-permit-walling-in-a-back-porch/221691)
**Author:** [@eMKay](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/eMKay)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 6:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/city-of-buffalo-permit-walling-in-a-back-porch/221691 "2012-04-05T18:14:27Z")
I want to enclose my back porch, it’s a corner porch with a roof. What do I need for permits, where to find codes? Will be totally DIY. --- ## [The problem with stereotypes is.....](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/the-problem-with-stereotypes-is/221720)
**Author:** [@Willybeen](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Willybeen)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 1:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/the-problem-with-stereotypes-is/221720 "2012-04-05T13:27:50Z")
They’re normally spot on. http://www.tcpalm.com/news/2012/mar/30/6-jailed-after-searches-at-3-homes-turn-up-drugs/ Just look at the pictures… they look like very unscrupulous people. Is it wrong to judge a book by its… --- ## [Some pics from my hike up Half Dome in Yosemite National Park](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/some-pics-from-my-hike-up-half-dome-in-yosemite-national-park/221826)
**Author:** [@newman](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/newman)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 11:01am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/some-pics-from-my-hike-up-half-dome-in-yosemite-national-park/221826 "2012-04-05T11:01:45Z")
All pics taken with GoPro Hero2 (except the last one, that was my iphone) The hike is 8 miles. The first 6.5 miles took a hair over 2 hours. The last 1.5 miles took 5 HOURS. The snow at the top was almost 3 feet deep… [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=195) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=197)