# NYSpeed Automotive **URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=83 [Latest](https://forums.speedlife.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.speedlife.net/categories.md) **Page:** 84 --- ## [Best or Worst idea I have had for a family vehicle](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/best-or-worst-idea-i-have-had-for-a-family-vehicle/233004)
**Author:** [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2014, 6:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/best-or-worst-idea-i-have-had-for-a-family-vehicle/233004 "2014-07-10T18:22:23Z")
So I have a third kid on the way and while I have an SUV and am cool to buy another, I want something different. I have the car seats and capacity to move three kids around with my current fleet but, I want something dif… --- ## [Top performance car power-to-weight ratios under $100k, $50k and $25k](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/top-performance-car-power-to-weight-ratios-under-100k-50k-and-25k/269893)
**Author:** [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 6:33pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/top-performance-car-power-to-weight-ratios-under-100k-50k-and-25k/269893 "2014-07-09T18:33:22Z")
Good article here and some interesting results: Under $25,000 – pounds per horsepower 2014 Ford Mustang V6 ($22,510) – 11.479 2014 Chevrolet Camaro V6 ($23,555) – 11.514 2014 Ford Focus ST ($23,625) – 12.790 2014 Ford… --- ## [rebuilding porsche history (959)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/rebuilding-porsche-history-959/268199)
**Author:** [@XwalkerX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/XwalkerX)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 5:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/rebuilding-porsche-history-959/268199 "2014-07-09T17:42:50Z")
sorry if its a repost but this is epic http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/628469-rebuilding-porsche-959-a.html --- ## [DIY: Headlight Restoration](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-headlight-restoration/223789)
**Author:** [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 5:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/diy-headlight-restoration/223789 "2014-07-09T17:32:34Z")
So I figured I’d throw this DIY up on here, as I feel most of you guys could benefit from it. I like this DIY method much better than any kit you can find because unlike restoration kits, this method restores the UV coa… --- ## [I buy American cars because 'Murica'](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-buy-american-cars-because-murica/269878)
**Author:** [@yamba6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/yamba6)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 3:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/i-buy-american-cars-because-murica/269878 "2014-07-09T15:54:06Z")
I recently had this discussion with a few people and wondered if this was ever talked about on this car forum. Figured if it hasn’t, it’s probably a great topic that deals with the auto industry and people purchasing v… --- ## [Tough Mudder (Wounded Warrior Fund Raiser)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tough-mudder-wounded-warrior-fund-raiser/220477)
**Author:** [@ieatpaint](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ieatpaint)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 2:01pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tough-mudder-wounded-warrior-fund-raiser/220477 "2014-07-09T14:01:55Z")
I know we’ve got quite a few vets on here so I wanted to post what my sister took part in last weekend. I should give a little background, she dedicates ALOT of her time helping troops. She sends care packages to rando… --- ## [Another alignment thread](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/another-alignment-thread/269863)
**Author:** [@MrSmith](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MrSmith)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 10:30am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/another-alignment-thread/269863 "2014-07-09T10:30:33Z")
Lowered bmw need alignment not going to licatas care about quality more than price need to get in this week any recommendations? --- ## [Rolling Coal](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/rolling-coal/269935)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 7:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/rolling-coal/269935 "2014-07-09T07:50:50Z")
Hell yeah: \[http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--ElXt0drG--/801276022335414414.gif\] https://youtu.be/sT\_psrwS39c https://youtu.be/C\_5h4CKRZO0 https://youtu.be/iRu3xtTH9ng Even VWs can do it: https://… --- ## [Donate your car to charity...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/donate-your-car-to-charity/269940)
**Author:** [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2014, 5:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/donate-your-car-to-charity/269940 "2014-07-09T05:55:58Z")
Well not exactly what it sounds like. Long story short, my wife works for the Town of Hamburg Senior Services Dept. (specifically the Adult Day Care Facility). She’s in charge of developing and implementing activities fo… --- ## [Opie and Anthony](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/opie-and-anthony/25815)
**Author:** [@micah](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/micah)\ **Replies:** 743\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 9:49pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/opie-and-anthony/25815 "2014-07-08T21:49:13Z")
they love buffalo, and this week they are seeing what else is on in buffalo while they are… so they tap into KISS 98.5 and just rip them apart, it is so funny, i love O&A --- ## [Anyone with an Insurance Auto Auction account / dealer lic able to purchase from](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-with-an-insurance-auto-auction-account-dealer-lic-able-to-purchase-from/269958)
**Author:** [@robftw](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/robftw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 5:55pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-with-an-insurance-auto-auction-account-dealer-lic-able-to-purchase-from/269958 "2014-07-08T17:55:37Z")
TLDR MIATA PROJECT CAR BLOWN MOTORS WELCOME --- ## [TSD street rally,Sat July12, in Rockland Cnty NY (starts in PalisadesMall,Nyack)](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tsd-street-rally-sat-july12-in-rockland-cnty-ny-starts-in-palisadesmall-nyack/269679)
**Author:** [@TurboMike](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/TurboMike)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 3:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/tsd-street-rally-sat-july12-in-rockland-cnty-ny-starts-in-palisadesmall-nyack/269679 "2014-07-08T15:48:00Z")
Time Speed Distance (gimmick/trick) NIGHT rally starting in Nyack NY at the Palisades Center Mall on Saturday night July 12th at 7pm. http://www.wscc.org/flyers/2014SummerRallyFlyer.pdf Registration from 5pm to 6:30, … --- ## [So... old timers - where do you live now?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/so-old-timers-where-do-you-live-now/269757)
**Author:** [@Daddie](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Daddie)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 1:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/so-old-timers-where-do-you-live-now/269757 "2014-07-08T13:56:33Z")
Just wondering where you all ended up. I’m in LA now. Not sure for how much longer, but I work with YeohBaby if you remember him :slight\_smile: --- ## [WaterFest July 19-20th](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/waterfest-july-19-20th/269909)
**Author:** [@tango\_down](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tango_down)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 12:29pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/waterfest-july-19-20th/269909 "2014-07-08T12:29:55Z")
Any one going to this? I got picked up for judging this year, So I will heading down on Satrurday July 19th around noon for some per judging briefs in the evening. If any one is wanting to go down maybe cruise there. Let… --- ## [Loss of Power / Stuttering above 1.5k RPM](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/loss-of-power-stuttering-above-1-5k-rpm/269763)
**Author:** [@Puno](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Puno)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 8:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/loss-of-power-stuttering-above-1-5k-rpm/269763 "2014-07-08T08:29:37Z")
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**Author:** [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2014, 6:07am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/busted-two-women-caught-stealing-a-canopy-on-the-beach/269931 "2014-07-08T06:07:15Z")
I probably would have said the same “ok just walk away, cya”…until she hit him https://youtu.be/jgoYErLLIbc --- ## [WNY Fireworks](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wny-fireworks/269875)
**Author:** [@JayS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JayS)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2014, 12:25pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wny-fireworks/269875 "2014-07-07T12:25:34Z")
So where are the best shows in WNY? Specifically looking for ones on the water this year because the wife and some friends want to watch them from the boat. I know Tonawanda does a pretty good show but I’m wondering if … --- ## [Unregistered car ticket, what could happen](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/unregistered-car-ticket-what-could-happen/269933)
**Author:** [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2014, 11:01am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/unregistered-car-ticket-what-could-happen/269933 "2014-07-07T11:01:48Z")
No this is not me. Your moving a car across the street when suddenly an Amherst cop turns the corner and now you get a ticket for operating a vehicle that’s not registered. guilty or not guilty plea what do you think … --- ## [Electric Miata Runs 9s](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/electric-miata-runs-9s/269921)
**Author:** [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2014, 10:56am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/electric-miata-runs-9s/269921 "2014-07-07T10:56:04Z")
2 forklift motors = 9.27 @ 142mph \[MENTION=8880\]Paul B\[/MENTION\] \[MENTION=8732\]GV1390\[/MENTION\] So quiet… https://youtu.be/lQkdMw4TVjY --- ## [NYI 7/11](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nyi-7-11/269930)
**Author:** [@cougarspeed](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/cougarspeed)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2014, 10:14am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/nyi-7-11/269930 "2014-07-07T10:14:09Z")
Looking to hit the track Friday after work to start dialing in the suspension a little. Make one glory pass maybe if it feels ok. Anyone interested? --- ## [Grand Theft Auto 5](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/grand-theft-auto-5/232870)
**Author:** [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Replies:** 197\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2014, 6:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/grand-theft-auto-5/232870 "2014-07-05T18:53:14Z")
Who has the game so far? Mines waiting at my house. Haven’t been this excited to play a video game in a long time. --- ## [New Pennzoil Platinum PurePlus, made from natural gas](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-pennzoil-platinum-pureplus-made-from-natural-gas/269889)
**Author:** [@JayS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JayS)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2014, 2:30pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-pennzoil-platinum-pureplus-made-from-natural-gas/269889 "2014-07-05T14:30:38Z")
Anyone using this stuff yet? I’ve been using Pennzoil Platinum or Ultra (which ever is in stock) exclusively for years now and noticed this new stuff when I went to pick up some 5 quart jugs from Walmart. http://pureplu… --- ## [dog obedience class?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/dog-obedience-class/215872)
**Author:** [@KuntryQuestTSi](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/KuntryQuestTSi)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2014, 9:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/dog-obedience-class/215872 "2014-07-04T21:54:44Z")
Alright. I can’t deal with my girlfriends jack russell anymore. I want to get some classes for her to take him to. Anyone take there dog anyplace around buffalo? Edit: I guess I should ask about price also. I could fix … --- ## [Fender Roller to Borrow?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fender-roller-to-borrow/231402)
**Author:** [@Paul\_B](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Paul_B)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2014, 10:52am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fender-roller-to-borrow/231402 "2014-07-04T10:52:14Z")
Does anyone here have a fender roller that I may borrow in trade for beer, soda, pizza, or cash? I can pick it up from you, would be done with it and will return it to you Friday. It would be easier and less expensive … --- ## [AAA Oil Change Question](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/aaa-oil-change-question/269867)
**Author:** [@\_Karu](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/_Karu)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2014, 7:04am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/aaa-oil-change-question/269867 "2014-07-04T07:04:48Z")
Hey guys, Just curious, does anyone here know what kind of oil the AAA Car Care shop actually uses for their Semi-Synthetic oil change? On the car that I recently bought, previous owner took it to AAA Car Care for oil … --- ## [Born Free 6](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/born-free-6/269882)
**Author:** [@XwalkerX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/XwalkerX)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2014, 7:49pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/born-free-6/269882 "2014-07-03T19:49:44Z")
none of the pics are mine but here are some pics \[http://i1187.photobucket.com/albums/z391/ShacknastyBF3/Born%20Free%205%20-%202014/IMG\_2663\_zpsd5256bd9.jpg\] paul cox built this crazy shovel with exposed rockers \[http… --- ## [Audi A6 driveline in a fox body](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/audi-a6-driveline-in-a-fox-body/269877)
**Author:** [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2014, 7:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/audi-a6-driveline-in-a-fox-body/269877 "2014-07-03T07:55:42Z")
something a little different http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?6997702-2-7t-AWD-1988-Foxbody-Mustang-(PHOTO-HEAVY!) --- ## [Childhood Games /Board Games](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/childhood-games-board-games/269865)
**Author:** [@ultradriver10000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ultradriver10000)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2014, 5:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/childhood-games-board-games/269865 "2014-07-03T05:50:56Z")
Ok so a coworker had placed an old board game monster truck on my desk and it got me thinking. Post up all the old (board) games you used to play as a kid. Crossfire! \[https://images.funagain.com/cover/large/02017.jpg… --- ## [Auto Glass Contacts?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/auto-glass-contacts/226946)
**Author:** [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2014, 7:27am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/auto-glass-contacts/226946 "2014-07-01T07:27:50Z")
I saw nothing recent on this. Got a growing windshield crack and scheduled a replacement over a week ago. Stiffed me on the install and to make up for it, they never called back, and they did one on my other truck this t… --- ## [Looking for a little help for a friend of mine](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/looking-for-a-little-help-for-a-friend-of-mine/269857)
**Author:** [@2TurboZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/2TurboZ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2014, 5:33am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/looking-for-a-little-help-for-a-friend-of-mine/269857 "2014-07-01T05:33:05Z")
http://www.gofundme.com/an23zo My good friend Carmen was attacked by a tree while driving home a few weeks ago. She is very lucky to be alive as you will see in the pics. She is an awesome person and remains smiling … [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=82) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/c/nyspeed-automotive/5.md?page=84)