# NYSpeed Automotive **URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=45 [Latest](https://forums.speedlife.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.speedlife.net/categories.md) **Page:** 46 --- ## [Bulk head connectors firewall?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bulk-head-connectors-firewall/273425)
**Author:** [@LZ1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LZ1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2015, 8:23am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bulk-head-connectors-firewall/273425 "2015-12-22T08:23:49Z")
I’m looking for bulk head connectors for a the firewall 30 pin each. I know other people have used these just looking for additional suggestions. \[http://www.te.com/content/dam/te-com/images/aerospace-defense-and-marin… --- ## [Where to buy snow tires](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/where-to-buy-snow-tires/273420)
**Author:** [@Wahoo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Wahoo)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2015, 8:25am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/where-to-buy-snow-tires/273420 "2015-12-21T08:25:44Z")
My girlfriend needs snow tires for her car, ive bought tires from tire rack before but then they need to be mounted and balanced. So is buying tires online even worth it when needing to pay for mounting and balancing st… --- ## [What the hell is Wiz Khalifa riding and where do I get one?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/what-the-hell-is-wiz-khalifa-riding-and-where-do-i-get-one/272892)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2015, 6:25am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/what-the-hell-is-wiz-khalifa-riding-and-where-do-i-get-one/272892 "2015-12-21T06:25:32Z")
I spotted a guy using one of these in the airport a few weeks ago and thought it was neat but didn’t get a closer look. Now Wiz Khalifa was arrested for riding one in an airport: \[http://www.nyspeed.com/pictures/wizkhal… --- ## [Couple life changes and maybe a FS thread](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/couple-life-changes-and-maybe-a-fs-thread/273415)
**Author:** [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2015, 8:15am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/couple-life-changes-and-maybe-a-fs-thread/273415 "2015-12-19T08:15:16Z")
This forum is weird in that I think I know people on here but only met a handful of you. Regardless, on Saturday I got engaged at Torrey Pines state park and today I just got promoted to financial manager of incentive de… --- ## [NADA vs KBB vs Black Book Rant](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nada-vs-kbb-vs-black-book-rant/273402)
**Author:** [@LUC1F3R](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LUC1F3R)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2015, 8:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nada-vs-kbb-vs-black-book-rant/273402 "2015-12-19T08:12:35Z")
Anyone have some insight as to how dealers chose what price they wanna use to value a trade in? The wife’s car is worth $21500 on the low end of nada and kbb but only $17500 in black book…which is what two dealers have o… --- ## [Painless Harnesses](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/painless-harnesses/273318)
**Author:** [@LZ1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LZ1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2015, 8:10am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/painless-harnesses/273318 "2015-12-19T08:10:48Z")
Anyone familiar with painless harnesses? Looking at this one “Painless 10101 12 Circuit Universal Streetrod Harness with GM Keyed Column” http://www.amazon.com/Painless-10101-Circuit-Universal-Streetrod/dp/B0006B3UFK/r… --- ## [ATTN: DOG/CAT Owners - Buffalo Animal Shelter \*Help\* SUPER EASY](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-dog-cat-owners-buffalo-animal-shelter-help-super-easy/273355)
**Author:** [@Gus](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Gus)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2015, 4:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attn-dog-cat-owners-buffalo-animal-shelter-help-super-easy/273355 "2015-12-18T16:38:33Z")
Hello, I’m helping gain votes for a friend involved with the Buffalo Animal Shelter. Goldfarb Financial is giving $2,500 in donations to local charities and the shelter could always use the resources. Voting is easy: 1… --- ## [2012-2013 BMW 335i Xdrive, Good Buy?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-2013-bmw-335i-xdrive-good-buy/273354)
**Author:** [@LUC1F3R](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LUC1F3R)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2015, 2:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2012-2013-bmw-335i-xdrive-good-buy/273354 "2015-12-18T14:04:42Z")
Anyone have one of these or know someone with one? I’m looking at replacing the wife’s 2dr cts with either one of these or the 2 dr ats. She likes everything about the cts except it being sluggish. Thoughts on a 335??? --- ## [groupon oil change...what could possibly go wrong?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/groupon-oil-change-what-could-possibly-go-wrong/273395)
**Author:** [@XwalkerX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/XwalkerX)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2015, 12:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/groupon-oil-change-what-could-possibly-go-wrong/273395 "2015-12-18T12:08:08Z")
\[quote=“bhvrdr”"\] I already blame myself enough and am aware what I did was stupid by not taking my car to a more trusted shop or doing the work myself but i’ll share this post anyways and be ready for the flaming … --- ## [Need to find a 1/2 drive socket - Saab Caliper bracket bolt](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-to-find-a-1-2-drive-socket-saab-caliper-bracket-bolt/273393)
**Author:** [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2015, 7:06am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-to-find-a-1-2-drive-socket-saab-caliper-bracket-bolt/273393 "2015-12-18T07:06:57Z")
So I am trying to do my brothers brakes on his damn 08 Saab 9-3. The problem I have is that it requires a female torx socket which is about the equivalent of say a 5/8 socket. Unfortunately the only socket I could fi… --- ## [2016 Miata](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2016-miata/270271)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2015, 6:13am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2016-miata/270271 "2015-12-18T06:13:15Z")
Miata is said to be slightly smaller and about 220 pounds lighter than the current NC model, putting it closer to the original in terms of weight. We also think it will be turbocharged, at least as an option. … --- ## [WTH Professional painting contractor for a commercial space in Lockport, NY](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-professional-painting-contractor-for-a-commercial-space-in-lockport-ny/273390)
**Author:** [@Johnnylude](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Johnnylude)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2015, 12:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-professional-painting-contractor-for-a-commercial-space-in-lockport-ny/273390 "2015-12-17T12:31:39Z")
about 1,200sf vacant restaurant, need the ceilings painted along with a few other things. Thanks --- ## [Tire Question - Going to a smaller width](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tire-question-going-to-a-smaller-width/273406)
**Author:** [@2TurboZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/2TurboZ)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2015, 11:34am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tire-question-going-to-a-smaller-width/273406 "2015-12-17T11:34:04Z")
Trying to find snow tires for the ML is $$$$$ as the stock size are 295 40 20 275 40 20 seem to be a much better value. I know it may throw off the speedo, but what other “risks” are involved for 4 months? --- ## [Revealed: 2016 Porsche GT3 RS](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/revealed-2016-porsche-gt3-rs/271807)
**Author:** [@LZ1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LZ1)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2015, 10:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/revealed-2016-porsche-gt3-rs/271807 "2015-12-17T10:16:24Z")
http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-shows/geneva-auto-show/news/a25166/porsche-911-gt3-rs-first-look-details/ Porsche 911 GT3 RS is a 500-hp, RWD monster Lighter, quicker, and more serious than ever, but there’s still no m… --- ## [Got a Caddy - First time!](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/got-a-caddy-first-time/273392)
**Author:** [@ultradriver10000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ultradriver10000)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2015, 8:14am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/got-a-caddy-first-time/273392 "2015-12-17T08:14:09Z")
Found a sweet deal and picked up my first caddy. Black on black CTS-V (V1), has nav and sunroof. Day I picked it up, LS2 T-56. Needs a few mechanical issues worked out. Plan is to fix it, drive it a bit and sell it. Dr… --- ## [Just another reason...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/just-another-reason/273400)
**Author:** [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2015, 4:24pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/just-another-reason/273400 "2015-12-15T16:24:30Z")
… To avoid all instant oil change shops http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/681930-Just-another-reason-not-to-take-your-S4-to-an-instant-oil-change-shop --- ## [A letter from Clever Sales and Service](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/a-letter-from-clever-sales-and-service/273212)
**Author:** [@sobo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sobo)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2015, 1:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/a-letter-from-clever-sales-and-service/273212 "2015-12-15T13:45:58Z")
Dear NySpeeder’s Well, It certainly has been a while since I’ve reached out to anyone on this forum. Kind of sad in some ways, but also kind of interesting to look back and see what has changed. In 2010 I started Cleve… --- ## [Take your logo / name off of your old work truck \[plumbing = terrorist\]](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/take-your-logo-name-off-of-your-old-work-truck-plumbing-terrorist/271300)
**Author:** [@Mankthetank19](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mankthetank19)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2015, 11:10am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/take-your-logo-name-off-of-your-old-work-truck-plumbing-terrorist/271300 "2015-12-15T11:10:39Z")
Talk about a bad day. https://autos.yahoo.com/news/texas-plumber-ford-truck-ends-terrorists-133033518.html Texas plumber’s Ford truck ends up with terrorists When Texas plumber Mark Oberholtzer traded in his black For… --- ## [WTH: Someone to trim/flash two windows.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-someone-to-trim-flash-two-windows/273323)
**Author:** [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2015, 5:31am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-someone-to-trim-flash-two-windows/273323 "2015-12-14T05:31:03Z")
Just as title states: I’m looking for someone to flash/trim two windows that were put in for me. I’d like it done soon, winter is coming. -Chris --- ## [Debating moving on from the 2ToneV...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/debating-moving-on-from-the-2tonev/272671)
**Author:** [@2TurboZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/2TurboZ)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2015, 6:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/debating-moving-on-from-the-2tonev/272671 "2015-12-13T06:55:11Z")
I do enjoy the car, I simply dont use it enough. I bought it to stay in the super sedan segment and against my want for an automatic for practicality purposes, I bought a 6spd which decreases the usefulness of the car. … --- ## [3 Men In A Room](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/3-men-in-a-room/273385)
**Author:** [@Joe](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Joe)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2015, 9:42am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/3-men-in-a-room/273385 "2015-12-12T09:42:46Z")
So it’s widely known that NY state government is basically run by 3 men in a room. At one point Gov. Spitzer and his high-class hookers were actually the least corrupt. Sheldon Silver the Assembly Speaker for the last … --- ## [Buffalo](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/buffalo/273359)
**Author:** [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2015, 4:08pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/buffalo/273359 "2015-12-11T16:08:35Z")
I thought “hump day” was Wednesday’s? http://www.maxim.com/entertainment/sports/article/bills-fans-stadium-sex-2015-12 Sorry about the title. Somehow it posted before I could finish it. Mods can change at their discret… --- ## [Where can I get/borrow? 14mm Triple Square XZN Socket](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/where-can-i-get-borrow-14mm-triple-square-xzn-socket/273378)
**Author:** [@Gus](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Gus)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2015, 10:15am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/where-can-i-get-borrow-14mm-triple-square-xzn-socket/273378 "2015-12-11T10:15:59Z")
Dug into a brake job and ran into this guy. NAPA was closed, but would they even have something like this? \[http://www.nyspeed.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=35930&stc=1\] --- ## [Tesla Model S - My Test Drive](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tesla-model-s-my-test-drive/268875)
**Author:** [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 104\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2015, 9:07am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tesla-model-s-my-test-drive/268875 "2015-12-11T09:07:31Z")
\[http://www.bings.ca/images/Tesla%20Toronto%20(1).jpg\] Today I visited the Tesla dealer in Toronto on Lawrence east of the DVP with @Onyx Z32 and my brother. Initially we just went to see it and look around but the oppo… --- ## [WTH: Electrical Dude](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-electrical-dude/273384)
**Author:** [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2015, 5:13am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wth-electrical-dude/273384 "2015-12-11T05:13:10Z")
Any electricians/dudes good with home electrical free this weekend and want to make some money? My bathroom currently has no outlet…no lights…no switches. Sooo that’s going to have to change. -Chris. --- ## [Man pretending to be Air Marshal Arrested in NY](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/man-pretending-to-be-air-marshal-arrested-in-ny/273353)
**Author:** [@boxxa](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boxxa)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2015, 8:26am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/man-pretending-to-be-air-marshal-arrested-in-ny/273353 "2015-12-10T08:26:26Z")
Few days ago: http://www.foxnews.com/us/2015/12/04/police-ny-traffic-stop-yields-suspect-with-assault-rifle-body-armor-8300-rounds/ More details: http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Weapons-Cache-Long-Island-New-York… --- ## [NASA reveals doodoo quality Titan pic](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nasa-reveals-doodoo-quality-titan-pic/273371)
**Author:** [@King](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/King)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2015, 1:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nasa-reveals-doodoo-quality-titan-pic/273371 "2015-12-09T13:19:35Z")
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-10/nasa-releases-detailed-image-of-titan/7015678 possible life? yoo titan would love to land and get a lift in and try your alien burritos if possible, DM me. --- ## [Whiskey & Bourbon thread](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/whiskey-bourbon-thread/268161)
**Author:** [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2015, 6:09am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/whiskey-bourbon-thread/268161 "2015-12-07T06:09:01Z")
I’ve been getting more and more into whiskey & bourbon lately, and thought “We need a whiskey & bourbon thread”. I’ll kick it off. I joined a “whiskey club” at a local liquor store recently. Fairly decent buy in consi… --- ## [2015 Kia Sorento](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2015-kia-sorento/272031)
**Author:** [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2015, 5:37am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/2015-kia-sorento/272031 "2015-12-07T05:37:07Z")
My wife and I decided it was time to retire her 2006 Saturn Vue and move her into something newer…after all she puts up with from me, she deserves it. The Vue was a pretty solid vehicle and went like an animal in the sno… --- ## [Volvo PowerPulse](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/volvo-powerpulse/273346)
**Author:** [@LZ1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LZ1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2015, 7:47am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/volvo-powerpulse/273346 "2015-12-06T07:47:08Z")
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