Moving to Kaneohe!
03-11-2008, 12:11 PM
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Thoughts and opinions wanted :
-Part out '04 WRX, sell WRX
-Buy mint '00 2.5RS, loaded, stock, low miles
-Drive while in HI, where I don't need a fast car anyway, and will be deployed 1 of the 3 years I'll be there.
-Pay off debt with extra money, start saving for drivetrain swap (per diem baby).
-Part out '04 WRX, sell WRX
-Buy mint '00 2.5RS, loaded, stock, low miles
-Drive while in HI, where I don't need a fast car anyway, and will be deployed 1 of the 3 years I'll be there.
-Pay off debt with extra money, start saving for drivetrain swap (per diem baby).
03-11-2008, 12:58 PM
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03-11-2008, 01:32 PM
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and yes they are diy baked headlights. you've never failed an inspection b/c of them?
03-11-2008, 01:42 PM
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I have failed recon solely on my baked blacked out headlights. The law is so vague it prob depends more on who looks at your car.
They are very easy to switch out (takes like 10 min) if you know someone who is willing.
They are very easy to switch out (takes like 10 min) if you know someone who is willing.
03-11-2008, 01:46 PM
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Ok to clarify, recon and safety inspections are two different things. you will probably pass safety with your headlights but will immediatly fail recon because of them. the only thing they should hastle you about is your exhaust. just be firm that all the items on your car dont require recon and you should be good for a safety check.
03-11-2008, 01:59 PM
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Ok to clarify, recon and safety inspections are two different things. you will probably pass safety with your headlights but will immediatly fail recon because of them. the only thing they should hastle you about is your exhaust. just be firm that all the items on your car dont require recon and you should be good for a safety check.
Phatzilla, i've never failed an inspection because of that.
03-11-2008, 02:31 PM
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Ok mine do still have amber in them and if for some reason they did fail, I'm sure one of you kind Hawaii folk would let me borrow a stock set for a few hours right??
03-11-2008, 08:42 PM
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Hey everyone,
Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Ben and I'll be moving from Jax, FL to K-bay around June/July. I was referred over here by Bill (ScoobySouth) on nasioc since HIIC seemed kinda dead. So far the move looks like it's going to be a bit complicated (pets, car shipping, household goods, etc) but I can't wait to get out there.
We are starting to look for places to live also. I was wondering if anyone could lend any insight as to what cities/areas would be within a 20 minute drive to MCAS K-bay? TIA!
Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Ben and I'll be moving from Jax, FL to K-bay around June/July. I was referred over here by Bill (ScoobySouth) on nasioc since HIIC seemed kinda dead. So far the move looks like it's going to be a bit complicated (pets, car shipping, household goods, etc) but I can't wait to get out there.
We are starting to look for places to live also. I was wondering if anyone could lend any insight as to what cities/areas would be within a 20 minute drive to MCAS K-bay? TIA!
03-13-2008, 09:13 AM
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Ok guys, you all have been super helpful so far and I appreciate that, but I've come up with another question for you...
My tires are shot and my car needs an alignment. I have another set of tires at the house waiting to go on, but I want an alignment before I put the tires on so I don't chew them up.
My thought is to install the springs and tires at the same time, then go get an alignment. With a good alignment, good tires, and H&R springs, will I pass inspection/recon?
My tires are shot and my car needs an alignment. I have another set of tires at the house waiting to go on, but I want an alignment before I put the tires on so I don't chew them up.
My thought is to install the springs and tires at the same time, then go get an alignment. With a good alignment, good tires, and H&R springs, will I pass inspection/recon?
03-13-2008, 10:29 AM
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Ok guys, you all have been super helpful so far and I appreciate that, but I've come up with another question for you...
My tires are shot and my car needs an alignment. I have another set of tires at the house waiting to go on, but I want an alignment before I put the tires on so I don't chew them up.
My thought is to install the springs and tires at the same time, then go get an alignment. With a good alignment, good tires, and H&R springs, will I pass inspection/recon?
My tires are shot and my car needs an alignment. I have another set of tires at the house waiting to go on, but I want an alignment before I put the tires on so I don't chew them up.
My thought is to install the springs and tires at the same time, then go get an alignment. With a good alignment, good tires, and H&R springs, will I pass inspection/recon?
03-13-2008, 02:55 PM
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Ok guys, you all have been super helpful so far and I appreciate that, but I've come up with another question for you...
My tires are shot and my car needs an alignment. I have another set of tires at the house waiting to go on, but I want an alignment before I put the tires on so I don't chew them up.
My thought is to install the springs and tires at the same time, then go get an alignment. With a good alignment, good tires, and H&R springs, will I pass inspection/recon?
My tires are shot and my car needs an alignment. I have another set of tires at the house waiting to go on, but I want an alignment before I put the tires on so I don't chew them up.
My thought is to install the springs and tires at the same time, then go get an alignment. With a good alignment, good tires, and H&R springs, will I pass inspection/recon?
04-24-2008, 01:50 PM
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Ok guys it's been a while since my last post but I've got some updates.
-Anyone military know for sure if you're only allowed to ship 1 car at the govt's expense?
-I'm selling my WRX for many reasons, won't really get into it now.
-I want to get into a 98-01 Impreza...either an RS or an OBS wagon
-If yall know of any, please send me a link or a phone number. I searched craigslist and autotrader and didn't see anything promising...otherwise I'm looking at buying a '99 OBS here in FLA...but I'd rather not have to ship it for $2000 if I can help it.
Thanks a lot guys!
-Anyone military know for sure if you're only allowed to ship 1 car at the govt's expense?
-I'm selling my WRX for many reasons, won't really get into it now.
-I want to get into a 98-01 Impreza...either an RS or an OBS wagon
-If yall know of any, please send me a link or a phone number. I searched craigslist and autotrader and didn't see anything promising...otherwise I'm looking at buying a '99 OBS here in FLA...but I'd rather not have to ship it for $2000 if I can help it.
Thanks a lot guys!
04-24-2008, 06:26 PM
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Ok guys it's been a while since my last post but I've got some updates.
-Anyone military know for sure if you're only allowed to ship 1 car at the govt's expense?
-I'm selling my WRX for many reasons, won't really get into it now.
-I want to get into a 98-01 Impreza...either an RS or an OBS wagon
-If yall know of any, please send me a link or a phone number. I searched craigslist and autotrader and didn't see anything promising...otherwise I'm looking at buying a '99 OBS here in FLA...but I'd rather not have to ship it for $2000 if I can help it.
Thanks a lot guys!
-Anyone military know for sure if you're only allowed to ship 1 car at the govt's expense?
-I'm selling my WRX for many reasons, won't really get into it now.
-I want to get into a 98-01 Impreza...either an RS or an OBS wagon
-If yall know of any, please send me a link or a phone number. I searched craigslist and autotrader and didn't see anything promising...otherwise I'm looking at buying a '99 OBS here in FLA...but I'd rather not have to ship it for $2000 if I can help it.
Thanks a lot guys!
as for the RS...i'll keep an eye out.
