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Old 10-02-2015, 07:15 PM
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Where does the engine ground on the shelf by the downpipe connect to the motor?
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It attaches to the gearbox engine sand which gasket thing
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The same bolt as holds the dipstick (at least on my NB).

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Old 10-05-2015, 01:47 PM
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Ok cool, thanks.

They've canceled classes for the next two days due to all the flooding. Too bad I don't feel like working on the car outside in the rain, lol.
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@Rallas we need to grab a beer(s) sometime.
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Too bad I don't drink! But I sure would like to meet up and talk cars. It is always fun to have a chat with another Miata nut, especially a turbo Miata nut. Do you live in easily, but go to school in Columbia? or the other way around?
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I live in Columbia, just spend a fair number of weekends in Easley. I work in Gray Court on fridays, so regularly I go back to Easley to hang out with / help friends.
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Do you go to USC?
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Do you go to USC?
Yeah. I graduate this spring.
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Nice! I graduated USC 6 years ago, Mech. Engr. What are you studying?
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Same, ME.
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Did you two just become best friends? It sure sounds like you did.
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USC in is LA.

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Originally Posted by Schuyler
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Am I crazy or are you still on stock suspension? I know you were talking about a fast vette in here, but honestly, with the quality of suspension you can get for ~2k on a Miata, you should really upgrade. The Miata really starts to shine when you get a big fat front sway bar, lower it down a bit, and start cranking in the negative camber. The stock stuff is entirely too soft and rolls all over the place.
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Originally Posted by codrus
USC in is LA.

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Too bad we beat them by 79 years. The name is ours

Originally Posted by 90civichhb
Am I crazy or are you still on stock suspension? I know you were talking about a fast vette in here, but honestly, with the quality of suspension you can get for ~2k on a Miata, you should really upgrade. The Miata really starts to shine when you get a big fat front sway bar, lower it down a bit, and start cranking in the negative camber. The stock stuff is entirely too soft and rolls all over the place.
You are correct That was a big portion of the argument here, and part of the decision making when looking at switching cars. If I decide to continue on with the miata (which I likely will), it will most definitely get suspension and sway bars. And then probably a built motor. I really, REALLY, wish I could find a front bumper I like....
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I'll just leave this here. But I think age should trump trademark date.

Finally, USC is the real 'SC,' thanks to U.S. Supreme Court - Dr. Saturday - NCAAF-Blog - Yahoo! Sports
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Originally Posted by Schuyler
You are correct That was a big portion of the argument here, and part of the decision making when looking at switching cars. If I decide to continue on with the miata (which I likely will), it will most definitely get suspension and sway bars. And then probably a built motor. I really, REALLY, wish I could find a front bumper I like....
I just ordered the BGK from 949. So next time you are in town I will take you for a ride.
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Originally Posted by shuiend
I just ordered the BGK from 949. So next time you are in town I will take you for a ride.
I hope it's a SCBGK, equipped with an outboard and floaties.
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Originally Posted by Schuyler
I hope it's a SCBGK, equipped with an outboard and floaties.
I live on the one hill in Charleston.
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Originally Posted by Schuyler
I hope it's a SCBGK, equipped with an outboard and floaties.


Someone sig that.
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