# Shift518 Automotive **URL:** https://forums.speedlife.net/c/shift518-automotive/19.md?page=523 [Latest](https://forums.speedlife.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.speedlife.net/categories.md) **Page:** 524 --- ## [Interview: Jammer/Jason.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-jammer-jason/242722)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-jammer-jason/242722 "2009-03-10T20:45:58Z")
Jack of all trades, owner of all sorts of cars, been around the scene since jesus was walking the earth, owned an Ariel Atom, Z06 vette, too much HP domestics, local discussion and more. Ariel Atom warranties the interv… --- ## [Interview: Jesse](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-jesse/242720)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-jesse/242720 "2009-03-10T20:42:46Z")
Jesse used to be an OG in the area, who moved to Arizona to start his own successful tuning/fabricating business, but still has roots that go deep down in our little area. Quite an inspirational story of his, and he is … --- ## [Interview: Dan Lyons](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-dan-lyons/242718)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:39pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-dan-lyons/242718 "2009-03-10T20:39:59Z")
Local car tester/reviewer/photographer. Hired by a variety of magazines and newspaper as a free agent. Curious to do an interview with him about his life style and what a lucky SOB he is. --- ## [Interview : Dustin - 518 OG and successful club president.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-dustin-518-og-and-successful-club-president/242717)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/interview-dustin-518-og-and-successful-club-president/242717 "2009-03-10T20:38:48Z")
Self explanatory, I’ll conduct an interview with him, just posting it here as a self reminder or opportunity for others to volunteer for it. I can set it up. --- ## [Bang for the buck calculation.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bang-for-the-buck-calculation/242716)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:25pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bang-for-the-buck-calculation/242716 "2009-03-10T20:25:12Z")
Everybody always talks about the term, but nobody has a solid way of measuring it (AFAIK), so I figured why not come up with our own, and have it on a Shifted Scale. I had the draft for the formula written down somewher… --- ## ["Not all horses are created equal."](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/not-all-horses-are-created-equal/242715)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/not-all-horses-are-created-equal/242715 "2009-03-10T20:22:39Z")
Write up on how the peak HP numbers don’t always tell the whole story and there is a lot more to a cars performance then just the tip of the power curve. Discuss that the plotted area underneath the curve, calculated ou… --- ## [Video game review.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/video-game-review/242035)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/video-game-review/242035 "2009-03-10T20:19:31Z")
This should be a fun one. Feel free to take up any auto/moto related video game to review (play it… oh so harsh) and see how it goes. I’m not even sure what’s coming out or recently out on the market at the moment. --- ## ["FRRRMRFF...wtf?"](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/frrrmrff-wtf/242711)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 8:09pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/frrrmrff-wtf/242711 "2009-03-10T20:09:44Z")
Basic technological discussion of all the formats of engine to drive wheels out there and advantages/disadvantages of each in each type of racing. Should be a clear demonstration that there is no such thing as the “best… --- ## [Automotive advertising.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/automotive-advertising/242708)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:57pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/automotive-advertising/242708 "2009-03-10T19:57:51Z")
Top 10 best ads auto/moto related. Youtube video of commercials or pictures of ads from magazines. \[http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v292/mort1/Forester\_XT.jpg\] \[http://joshuawisdom.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/04/con… --- ## [Need Jeep inspected](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-jeep-inspected/242692)
**Author:** [@OhNoPOPO](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/OhNoPOPO)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/need-jeep-inspected/242692 "2009-03-10T19:54:21Z")
Anyone on here know where i can get my jeep inspected? the only thing stoping it from passing is it has a crack in the windshield from top to bottom in the middle --- ## [Bike drift.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bike-drift/242707)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:51pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bike-drift/242707 "2009-03-10T19:51:39Z")
Once the GSXR is on the road, I’m goin to practice an elusive trick that’s not mainstream yet of bike drifting. Figured might as well make a video feature out of it. Will need a camera man and my helmet cam and lots of… --- ## [How to : Attend a car show.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-to-attend-a-car-show/242706)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:50pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-to-attend-a-car-show/242706 "2009-03-10T19:50:14Z")
Easy basic writeup on how to plan for a carshow, how to appeal to the judges, what to bring, what to eat, where to park etc. Sections Pre-day heavy prep of the car Pre-day prep of supplies (wash/clean materials/food, … --- ## ["One of these is not like the other"](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/one-of-these-is-not-like-the-other/242704)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/one-of-these-is-not-like-the-other/242704 "2009-03-10T19:45:16Z")
Picture for the article will be something along the lines of “:haha:haha:haha:haha:haha :ohnoes” Picture of 5 or so people being identical and one other, separated from the crowed … --- ## [Snapshot: Top 10 craziest cult car cultures.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/snapshot-top-10-craziest-cult-car-cultures/242703)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:40pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/snapshot-top-10-craziest-cult-car-cultures/242703 "2009-03-10T19:40:16Z")
Guys with the most unique views, closest band and fellow ship with the people who own the same vehicle or brand, most innovative, biggest goofballs, most members etc. Should it be narrowed down to model or make? That’s … --- ## [Homemade turbo jet engine.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/homemade-turbo-jet-engine/242352)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:36pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/homemade-turbo-jet-engine/242352 "2009-03-10T19:36:41Z")
Definitely something I’ve always wanted to make and why not have a feature about it at the same time. Who’s down? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-spt7y1v6Y I wonder what turbo to start with. Also could be put into a… --- ## [How to buy a car that's far away properly.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-to-buy-a-car-thats-far-away-properly/242220)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-to-buy-a-car-thats-far-away-properly/242220 "2009-03-10T19:32:59Z")
Since we are not regular car people, we usually don’t want regular cars which means that there won’t be three of the models you want right down the street so travel is almost mandatory. A basic how to do it properly, wh… --- ## [This one is a bit of a stretch.](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/this-one-is-a-bit-of-a-stretch/242387)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:31pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/this-one-is-a-bit-of-a-stretch/242387 "2009-03-10T19:31:45Z")
But I’m going to post this one anyway to get it out of my hand and down in writing to keep myself sane. We all remember the scene from the original F&F when the civic went under the trailer, well the trailer was lifted … --- ## ["HID or miss"](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hid-or-miss/242702)
**Author:** [@Vovchandr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Vovchandr)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:23pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hid-or-miss/242702 "2009-03-10T19:23:17Z")
General write up on the subject of HID’s. There are many confusions and general misconceptions on the subject that will be cleared out by the article as long as the basic background and description to educate people how … --- ## [$700+ Bill from Swaintech Coatings....](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/700-bill-from-swaintech-coatings/242632)
**Author:** [@Oppie1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Oppie1)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/700-bill-from-swaintech-coatings/242632 "2009-03-10T19:22:26Z")
So I just looked at my bank account and noticed two charges from swaintch that total a little over $720 and some change :eek. I sent them three very small parts and, according to their website pricing, should haven’t re… --- ## [Redline in GM High tech magazine...](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/redline-in-gm-high-tech-magazine/242671)
**Author:** [@SSmokinn\_SS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/SSmokinn_SS)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 6:40pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/redline-in-gm-high-tech-magazine/242671 "2009-03-10T18:40:58Z")
link to it on ls1tech.com http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/dynamometer-results-comparisons/1078501-redline-motorsports-gmhtp-ls3-article.html --- ## [Attention Adam](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attention-adam/242697)
**Author:** [@PJB](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/PJB)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 5:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/attention-adam/242697 "2009-03-10T17:53:17Z")
http://albany.craigslist.org/pts/1068599457.html --- ## [Hudson River Plane Crash 3D View](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hudson-river-plane-crash-3d-view/242693)
**Author:** [@Ilya](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Ilya)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 5:15pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hudson-river-plane-crash-3d-view/242693 "2009-03-10T17:15:49Z")
http://www.flixxy.com/airbus-320-3d-animation.htm Crazy. Good job. --- ## [How much do you think Hyundai paid MotorTrend to "write" this article?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-much-do-you-think-hyundai-paid-motortrend-to-write-this-article/242446)
**Author:** [@RocketPunch](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/RocketPunch)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 4:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/how-much-do-you-think-hyundai-paid-motortrend-to-write-this-article/242446 "2009-03-10T16:27:56Z")
This is probably the most sales pitch laden “article” I’ve ever read about a car by a magazine, it literally reads like an advertisement than an honest “road test” article. The sad part is it is so freaking obvious, they… --- ## [Dont Buy 2002 WRX's that are on the 3rd engine](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/dont-buy-2002-wrxs-that-are-on-the-3rd-engine/242584)
**Author:** [@tougethisDB1](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tougethisDB1)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 4:07pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/dont-buy-2002-wrxs-that-are-on-the-3rd-engine/242584 "2009-03-10T16:07:07Z")
so 3rd motors the charm? --- ## [Just got pulled over](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/just-got-pulled-over/242684)
**Author:** [@MX-5](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/MX-5)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 10:03am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/just-got-pulled-over/242684 "2009-03-10T10:03:58Z")
Got a ticket for unregistered motor vehicle. I’m goin to DMV right after class. The officer said it’s not just a fixit ticket but it’s up to the judge. Anyone got one of these before/ knows what the fine is if the jud… --- ## [whats this sound like?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/whats-this-sound-like/242648)
**Author:** [@matty11781](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/matty11781)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 7:05am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/whats-this-sound-like/242648 "2009-03-10T07:05:53Z")
my car has been laid up for about 3 weeks…i fixed it drove it bout 3 miles and was good…let it idle while i sold my coilovers to someone and when i got in it i pressed the gas to take off and it sputtered and dies…it sta… --- ## [Ban on 50-85cc bikes. sorry kids](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ban-on-50-85cc-bikes-sorry-kids/242661)
**Author:** [@KrazyKid](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/KrazyKid)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 6:52am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/ban-on-50-85cc-bikes-sorry-kids/242661 "2009-03-10T06:52:47Z")
Anyone see that gov. put a ban on 50-85cc bikes and atv? Lead content! Come on… how many races did you ever see where a 13 year old kid was munching on the frame of his XR80? This will kill alot of bussiness and shut d… --- ## [Crush washers..](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/crush-washers/242665)
**Author:** [@Shady](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shady)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 11:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/crush-washers/242665 "2009-03-09T23:17:00Z")
Seriously I looked all over the area today to look for a god damn crush washer for my turbo oil feed line. Not one damn place had one of the right size… anyone have any ideas where I can get a couple? Or if anyone on he… --- ## [FUCKIN MUSTANGS must see\*\*\*\*](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fuckin-mustangs-must-see/242681)
**Author:** [@big\_red](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/big_red)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 10:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fuckin-mustangs-must-see/242681 "2009-03-09T22:28:09Z")
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojB7KkaR03I :haha --- ## [Bennyfizzle.... Tard? or skilled craftsman?....answers inside](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bennyfizzle-tard-or-skilled-craftsman-answers-inside/242663)
**Author:** [@SRS\_BZNS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/SRS_BZNS)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 10:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/bennyfizzle-tard-or-skilled-craftsman-answers-inside/242663 "2009-03-09T22:17:51Z")
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