# NYSpeed Automotive **URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=265 [Latest](https://forums.speedlife.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.speedlife.net/categories.md) **Page:** 266 --- ## [To ALL the new bike riders](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/to-all-the-new-bike-riders/212839)
**Author:** [@AndyB](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/AndyB)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2011, 7:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/to-all-the-new-bike-riders/212839 "2011-06-01T07:46:02Z")
Sometimes I wish I was still into riding bikes but after seeing the things I have on my bike, I retired. I try to help out as much as I can when possible and I have been debating about throwing this information out there… --- ## [Continous Problems](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/continous-problems/212960)
**Author:** [@ProgRocker](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ProgRocker)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2011, 6:36am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/continous-problems/212960 "2011-06-01T06:36:57Z")
Already posted this on BuffaloScooby: So these past few months have been rough for me and my Subaru, and especially dealing with West Herr. Here is the story so far: Well one morning before work I was driving to Timmy’… --- ## [Help with Snow Leopard upgrade.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/help-with-snow-leopard-upgrade/212721)
**Author:** [@BlkKnight099](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BlkKnight099)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2011, 5:20am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/help-with-snow-leopard-upgrade/212721 "2011-06-01T05:20:59Z")
Does anyone know where I could get the snow leopard upgrade for my mac for free? Trying to save as much money as I can. Thanks. --- ## [Surface rust](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/surface-rust/213014)
**Author:** [@Mankthetank19](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mankthetank19)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2011, 12:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/surface-rust/213014 "2011-06-01T00:32:35Z")
Is there some type of product that gets rid of surface rust on a trailer hitch? Something that comes in a can and is clear? I went to Harbor Freight and got some surface rust removal but the product needs to soak in it… --- ## [greetings........](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/greetings/212898)
**Author:** [@Skurge](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Skurge)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 9:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/greetings/212898 "2011-05-31T21:54:09Z")
from panama city beach… how’s buffalo? \[https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/253982\_10150189053172130\_626757129\_7396504\_5356147\_n.jpg\] --- ## [Paintball](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/paintball/212637)
**Author:** [@Mankthetank19](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mankthetank19)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 8:11pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/paintball/212637 "2011-05-31T20:11:56Z")
Are there any close places in the Buffalo region that offer paintball and provides equipment? Thinking about a paintball event for part of my bachelor party. --- ## [Half priced Toronado restoration](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/half-priced-toronado-restoration/212987)
**Author:** [@Geoff](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geoff)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 3:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/half-priced-toronado-restoration/212987 "2011-05-31T15:27:39Z")
I spotted this on Jalopnik and had to share! They even carried the theme into the engine bay… \[http://fastcache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/12/2011/05/xlarge\_toop.jpg\] http://jalopnik.com/5807068/two+face-toronado-… --- ## [Does anyone here work at Towne BMW? Able to look up history?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/does-anyone-here-work-at-towne-bmw-able-to-look-up-history/212972)
**Author:** [@neonglh](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/neonglh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 2:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/does-anyone-here-work-at-towne-bmw-able-to-look-up-history/212972 "2011-05-31T14:00:23Z")
I am looking at a car, and hoping to get it’s maintenance history. I called up BMW NA, and they gave me the original dealership (Towne), and told me to call them up and get the history from them. I will call, but it wou… --- ## [Lets talk light truck brakes.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/lets-talk-light-truck-brakes/212968)
**Author:** [@Fry](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Fry)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 1:52pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/lets-talk-light-truck-brakes/212968 "2011-05-31T13:52:42Z")
The Xterra’s about due. I mean, it’s got 50k on the original discs and I replaced the original pads once last year with some cheapies because I didn’t feel like doing a real brake job yet. But now I’ve got a caliper le… --- ## [Anyone seen one of these camaro's before?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-seen-one-of-these-camaros-before/212977)
**Author:** [@jimmyfloyd](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/jimmyfloyd)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 11:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-seen-one-of-these-camaros-before/212977 "2011-05-31T11:55:50Z")
It says it’s a 1986 Camaro Contempo Cantara GT, which is one of 4. Seems like an interesting kit for them. This is an extremely rare 1986 Chevy Camaro Contempo Cantara GT. Only 50 of the Contempo Cantaras were built … --- ## [Burnouts & Safety Crews](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/burnouts-safety-crews/212950)
**Author:** [@FadetoBlack](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/FadetoBlack)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 11:49am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/burnouts-safety-crews/212950 "2011-05-31T11:49:44Z")
There’s been some talk on here lately about burnouts and whether or not they’re cool. That’s for you to judge, I just think that if people do a burnout they should have a safety crew on hand that are of the same caliber… --- ## [SEO and general website tips...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/seo-and-general-website-tips/212925)
**Author:** [@TradersBASE](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TradersBASE)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 10:19am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/seo-and-general-website-tips/212925 "2011-05-31T10:19:56Z")
I’m wondering if anyone can help educate me on some current SEO strategies. I am making a 2.0 push on TradersBase | Trade with success! since I have a new … motivated partner. My last partner was just WAYYY too good at m… --- ## [1.7 to 1.85 roller questions](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/1-7-to-1-85-roller-questions/212963)
**Author:** [@ultradriver10000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ultradriver10000)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 10:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/1-7-to-1-85-roller-questions/212963 "2011-05-31T10:12:23Z")
Ok I’m looking to possible slap a blower onto my L76 LSx engine. (Aluminum 6.0L with LS3 heads.) Would putting on some 1.8 or 1.85 rollers help my performance at all? I am not really ready to do a full cam swap yet, but … --- ## [GT5 drifting question](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt5-drifting-question/212858)
**Author:** [@hoggie](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/hoggie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 8:45am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/gt5-drifting-question/212858 "2011-05-31T08:45:45Z")
hey guys got a question about drifting on GT5 no matter how much i try i can’t maintain a proper drift, and drifts a bit and spins out. let say i got a mazda rx-7 FD what are the specs for suspension & hp i should se… --- ## [Went out for a GTI and came home with this](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/went-out-for-a-gti-and-came-home-with-this/212868)
**Author:** [@Gl1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Gl1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 4:13am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/went-out-for-a-gti-and-came-home-with-this/212868 "2011-05-31T04:13:07Z")
So I have been searching for about a year now for a new car. I just couldn’t bring myself to do it. Every car i drove my 14 year old lincoln had something better lol. I figured if I was going to get a brand new car, I be… --- ## [One Sick Chevy Express Van](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/one-sick-chevy-express-van/212922)
**Author:** [@FadetoBlack](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/FadetoBlack)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2011, 9:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/one-sick-chevy-express-van/212922 "2011-05-30T21:02:54Z")
Tell me what you think… http://www.lsxtv.com/news/video-turbo-chevy-express-van-beats-corvette-zr-1/ --- ## [Ricer hits the track for the first time in 2011!](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ricer-hits-the-track-for-the-first-time-in-2011/212943)
**Author:** [@Emery](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Emery)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2011, 7:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ricer-hits-the-track-for-the-first-time-in-2011/212943 "2011-05-30T19:14:56Z")
Here is a video Gleason tossed together of Ricer from this weekends IDRC event in Norwalk. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPL9cQm513Y&feature=channel\_video\_title -Em --- ## [Chicago Code](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/chicago-code/212610)
**Author:** [@08GT500](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/08GT500)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2011, 5:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/chicago-code/212610 "2011-05-30T17:56:02Z")
Anyone else bummed to see this awesome show cancelled? --- ## [New from WNY](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-from-wny/212104)
**Author:** [@sexyshawnlxix](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sexyshawnlxix)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2011, 5:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-from-wny/212104 "2011-05-30T17:00:08Z")
Hey guys, Im shawn and i have been a member on here for awhile but forgot about it until a friend of mine mentioned it recently. Ive got a few cars and have a nasty habit of buying more. Looking forward to talking about … --- ## [Going out for milk...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/going-out-for-milk/212746)
**Author:** [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2011, 8:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/going-out-for-milk/212746 "2011-05-29T20:32:56Z")
looking for G35’s… i had an offer on one in Toronto, offered asking price, but needed it held for 2 weeks and it sold on me… booo… anyone know this guy: LINK any one know of a really solid one locally? want low mileag… --- ## [Staining my fence, stain selection](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/staining-my-fence-stain-selection/212825)
**Author:** [@evane](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/evane)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2011, 8:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/staining-my-fence-stain-selection/212825 "2011-05-29T20:08:31Z")
So after having my fence installed last year, decided its time to get some stain on it this year. I have a Lowe’s gift card I am going to use to get the stain so I am keeping my selection to what lowe’s offers. I went t… --- ## [New guy from WNY](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-guy-from-wny/212442)
**Author:** [@rw0640](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rw0640)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2011, 6:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-guy-from-wny/212442 "2011-05-29T18:32:09Z")
Hi, I’m Ryan. I’m on several local Mustang forums and want to see what the other car guys are up to. I own a lightly modded v6 Mustang that I’ll be taking to the track to mess around with. I look forward to meeting some … --- ## [Wanna make some quick cash??](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wanna-make-some-quick-cash/212785)
**Author:** [@kingsario](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/kingsario)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2011, 8:09am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wanna-make-some-quick-cash/212785 "2011-05-29T08:09:26Z")
PM me if you have a stock Honda 1996-1999 and you can earn some quick ca$h.:bigtup: --- ## [Finally found one](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/finally-found-one/211718)
**Author:** [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2011, 5:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/finally-found-one/211718 "2011-05-29T05:48:12Z")
Yeah, it is what you think it is. Put a deposit on it this afternoon. Booking flights and arrangements tonight to pick it up Saturday. Any guess on gallons to drive 700 miles? I know this is minimal details, but more w… --- ## [Post a pic of your first bike.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/post-a-pic-of-your-first-bike/211147)
**Author:** [@Fry](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Fry)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 8:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/post-a-pic-of-your-first-bike/211147 "2011-05-28T20:30:03Z")
Your first post in this thread must be of your first bike. If not your own photo, then find a photo of same year/make/model. \[http://www.bikez.com/pictures/honda/1981/17717\_0\_1\_2\_cb%20650%20c\_Submitted%20by%20anonymous… --- ## [WTH: Someone to do some "patching"](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-someone-to-do-some-patching/212869)
**Author:** [@Neon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Neon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 7:33pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-someone-to-do-some-patching/212869 "2011-05-28T19:33:46Z")
Looking for someone who can weld and has experience in patching up panels on a car. Only need one spot done right now, I greatly appreciate it! $$$ --- ## [40% OFF ENTIRE PURCHASE! www.d2moto.com EXPIRES 3/7!](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/40-off-entire-purchase-www-d2moto-com-expires-3-7/152361)
**Author:** [@TMAN1985](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TMAN1985)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 6:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/40-off-entire-purchase-www-d2moto-com-expires-3-7/152361 "2011-05-28T18:45:59Z")
For those of you that aren’t on the other forum I posted this on, here it is: If anyone needs any accesories from www.d2moto.com punch in “WS40” as the coupon code and get 40% off entire purchase. Free shipping if you s… --- ## [Modern Warfare 3.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/modern-warfare-3/212741)
**Author:** [@TrueBlue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TrueBlue)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 2:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/modern-warfare-3/212741 "2011-05-28T14:31:55Z")
Oh. Hell. Yeah. https://youtu.be/coiTJbr9m04 November 8th. :bigtup: --- ## [Rust... where to fix?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/rust-where-to-fix/212830)
**Author:** [@Neon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Neon)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 12:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/rust-where-to-fix/212830 "2011-05-28T12:22:28Z")
Ok, so I have some rust on part of the unibody and I just can’t swap out a panel without welding (which I can’t do). I want to keep this particular vehicle and restore as much as possible. I don’t want to bondo it and I … --- ## [New Camaro turned into rat-rod... Cool or Lame?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-camaro-turned-into-rat-rod-cool-or-lame/212278)
**Author:** [@Geoff](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geoff)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 4:44am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-camaro-turned-into-rat-rod-cool-or-lame/212278 "2011-05-28T04:44:15Z")
I spotted this on Jalopnik this morning and still can’t decide if I think it’s cool or not. http://jalopnik.com/5800415/the-brand+new-150000-camaro-rat+rod What do you think about rat-rodding out a new car? Rad or Lame… [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=264) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=266)