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hey guys, Just thinking today, is there any cars (stock) which sell 2nd hand for around 6k or less that will outperform a vs commodore (stock) in say, 0-100, 1/4 mile and top speed at all??? I was thinking a vl turbo, thats all I could think of Cheers Az more

Do you guys reckon $21,990 is to much to pay for a 1991 Soarer GT (V8) stock with 18inch alloys and brand new tyres. Car has a few good options, but is mechanically stock. WHat U reckon? 2 much. And, how do those motors respond to mods? Daz more

what u think of a 260z with a 350 chev ?? let me know NO FLAMEING~! :twisted: more

hey all who read do any of u know how i could cut sum rust from over the right back wheel base of a 280zed cause there whole back is 1 peice of fuckin metal and i cant rreally replace it that would cost munny anyways some one reply please if they know how or know sumone who could tell me how catcha l8r all thanx for ya help 280zeds and rexxes... more

hey Guys, Now I know this is a pretty easy installation but I don't want to fuck anything up. Was just wondering if anyone could give me some poitners on how to install my Pod Filter into my 93 Silvia. Just wondering if there are any sensors or anything I have to take note of. Help is much appreciated. Cheers guys more

anyone know anywhere in brisbane that reset springs I was also wondering if anyone knew an estimate price to do it........the car in question is a VN commonwhore cheers ShanO more

my bros auto in his vn has shat it self, does neone know of a decent auto shop on the north side as when u r paying btn $1500 and $2000 we wanna make sure we r getting it done rite more

Im considering putting a ca18det into my gazelle. what would u think it would be worth with r32 buckst seats, new door skins interior cleaned up, lowered properly, set of 16's, r31 skyline brakes and a ca18det with FMIC and lil bit more work? im asking this as i would love to do this car up but i would also upgrade about a year after i do it an... more

NOT LONG AT ALL!!!! axle spline stripped!!! more

I'm just about to buy a bleed valve and boost guage. I'm getting a ultra-lite 2-1/16th Boost Guage and was looking at either a turbosmart bleed valve or a go fast bits bleed valve. I know bleeds aren't the best way to go but I'm only looking for a small boost increase (standard intercooler still :x ) and am on a budget at the moment My ques... more

hey im noticing some noise in the left hand side of my car turning im pretty sure its bearing noise, a kit for this is about $50 from repco, bearings and seals ... so i was thinking id just do it myself seems easy enuff i was just wondering if someone could give me any ideas on just how much time it would take? and what i have to take off to get th... more

hey all who read do any of u know how i could cut sum rust from over the right back wheel base of a 280zed cause there whole back is 1 peice of fuckin metal and i cant rreally replace it that would cost munny anyways some one reply please if they know how or know sumone who could tell me how catcha l8r all thanx for ya help 280zeds and rexxes... more

Well Ive had my sub for a while now...but no crossover (ARGG). The parcle shelf rules out most of the treble....BUT at high volume it distorts easy (ARGG again) Ive made a kit one from DSE but that was fuxxored (i know electronics but this one must have had some fundamental problems!) So does anyone know where I can buy one from and for ab... more

I test drived one today, and I must say that I fell in love with the Supra even more than I liked it before... BUT, they want $25,000 for it... its only done 54k... I would prefer a TT but $$$$ might be a prob... What are all of your opinions on it? And does anyone know what the average price for one goes at? Any replies are greatly appre... more

hey guys, just looking for any cheap suggestions to get my R32 going faster...already have exhaust, filter, blow off, and small intercooler. thanks again more

Hi everybody! *Dr Nick impersonation* Ok, I have gone the first step and bought a '97 S14 200SX. Now, I am looking for suggestions as to what mods....mild to wild, that I can do to it. Any suggestions would be appreciated and rough cost estimates, so I can work out how long I have to go without food to afford to buy these things Keep in m... more

i need a microtech comp for a 4age. its going in a suzuki sierra racing 4x4 so we want a ignition and fuel comp(equivelent to a LTX-8 i guess). just wondering what price these go for? and what is a good place to buy them? thanks more

Does anyone know any good sites for bodykits i just wanna have a bit of a look and see what type of different styles they got if u could help us out i would be cheerin. more

im just asking where do you guys buy you car audio in brisbane. more

howzit.....got a nice little Supra and was very happy with it until a $#^@ in a MR2 showed me what a decent car with boost can do (unlike those dodgy skylines)....has anyone heard of or seen a upgrade done and what $$$ would I be lookin at? more

ok im having problems with the fuse for my high beam. it keeps melting its the correct amperage yet it melts the insulation off of the fuse it doesnt blow it. i was thinking of relaying it or puting a circuit breaker in but what could be the problem. more

I'm "between cars" at the moment, due to deviating into 4wd's and mud racing for a while. My question is this - I'm looking at researching/buying a new car over the next few months (cant rush these things) and I want some suggestions of makes/models to look at. The criteria I have are; Under 10k all up and on the road, Really prefer 1990 onward... more

can anyone recomend a place that sell rx7 s4 and later half cuts ? more

on the capri tonight the fuel regulator fucked up pretty bad and i lost 1/4 of a tank of fuel because of it in the space of five minutes anyway to get the car home i thought i'll just bypass it so i did, and it seemed to run exactly the same without it as it did with it, i run a holley blue fuel pump and a 45mm downdraft weber it is bad to run the... more

I have heard that a 253 and a 308 have the same block except for the cranksaft and rods. so can the 308 internals be put into a 253 to make it the same capacity as a 308. more

hey all i need the torque settings for the head of a 88 EA falcon wagon 6 cyl flip flop injection carb ne other info just ask l8a more

what would you do with 2500 to a rotor, keep in mine the 12a is already in the car more

hey fellas i'm new to this forum so first of all a bit about me... my names stu and i'm waiting on my 92 180sx to be complied (only 5 more days! ) anyway, i have a question regarding the steering wheel thats on the car at the moment. The wheel is an aftermarket one installed in japan (nardi touring, very nice :wink: ) i rung up modifications ... more

Here i go again, Alterator for my baby blew today :-( I'm needing a replacement asap, can anyone help me? Anyone got one? BTW. For a KE30 Rolla. (1.3l) more

Hey guys, Just bought a kermit green corolla today. I have $1000 to get somthing done engine wise (That has to include instalation of whatever it is) So yueah, if any of you could give me a few idea's Thanks. more

Having probs atm with leaking coolant. The hose was split so the mechanic replaced it 2 weeks ago. Since then it has been fine unless you give it a gut ful. How can i stop it? Ive been told there is some sealant shit u can put in that will stop the leaking, but i dont want muck around with the car as its 2 complicated for my simple knowledge!!!... more

heres the go in 2 months i will turn 18!!!!(haray) i was thinkin today of things i want to do with my car and how much it costs. as you know things to do with car costs add up quickly. SO i was thinkin of getting like a $4000 car loan. Now yesterday i had a very close incident while going up a hill the when it hit 3rd boost lets just say i end... more

on the capri tonight the fuel regulator fucked up pretty bad and i lost 1/4 of a tank of fuel because of it in the space of five minutes anyway to get the car home i thought i'll just bypass it so i did, and it seemed to run exactly the same without it as it did with it, i run a holley blue fuel pump and a 45mm downdraft weber it is bad to run the... more

hey im jus wondering wot sorta oil ya should u wif a engine that gets reved high alot? wot do u fellas use? wot u guys use wif mild worked v8s? and wot does the weight thing mean? explain it 2 me, cuz i full dont get it? well i use semi syn 15w 60 penrite in my mild 304, is that good or wot? more