Install Day 12/4/05
Originally Posted by Aaron@S-Squared
Lightweight shockproof usually isn't used for the rear diff, as it can kind of "curdle" in the LSD portion, especially on STi's. We use a normal 75/90 gear oil in the rear ends.
Shockproof is great fluid if you are aggressive witht he car or you're running high horsepower levels. It isn't quite as slick as normal 75/90, so the ultimate life of the tranny over 200,000 miles may be lsightly compromised, but the benefits to shifting and gear protection in terms of impact mean it will help a stock tranny deal with abuse better. We've seen rally cars with holes in the tranny (big, gaping holes), no fluid in the pan, and you can see (through the hole, lol) that shockproof still adheres to every contact surface in the case. That alone sells it for me.
Shockproof is great fluid if you are aggressive witht he car or you're running high horsepower levels. It isn't quite as slick as normal 75/90, so the ultimate life of the tranny over 200,000 miles may be lsightly compromised, but the benefits to shifting and gear protection in terms of impact mean it will help a stock tranny deal with abuse better. We've seen rally cars with holes in the tranny (big, gaping holes), no fluid in the pan, and you can see (through the hole, lol) that shockproof still adheres to every contact surface in the case. That alone sells it for me.
so shockproof light blue for trans and diff?(non-LSD mind you...01 OBS has open diff right?)
Cool. I have some stuff to install (Camber plates and swaybars if they get here on time...) It seems like a good opportunity to meet some more people although I have already met some of you at Thunderhill.
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I have a small hand held heat gun, and can also bring 3 sets of jack stands if needed.
I have a oil catch can to install.....but it's not important if it gets installed.
Egan, PM your house directions, if nothings happening on the 4th, I'll stop by and give a hand.
EddyL.
I have a oil catch can to install.....but it's not important if it gets installed.
Egan, PM your house directions, if nothings happening on the 4th, I'll stop by and give a hand.
EddyL.
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Let me know if y'all need the assistance of a semi-half-@ss professional wrench pilot. I'll even bring the SRIC Tow/Recovery Rig with tools.
The GBODs are actually quite easy if one uses the patented Sanso Extraction and Modification Methods.
However, being a masochist, I prefer to re-install the GBOD. :banana:
The GBODs are actually quite easy if one uses the patented Sanso Extraction and Modification Methods.
However, being a masochist, I prefer to re-install the GBOD. :banana:
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Just got a basemap for my accessport scaled for the perrin injectors and stock turbo.
Do I need new gaskets for the intake manifold? Is there anything else i need to bring?
I'm working til 12:15 on sunday so ill be there by 1.
Do I need new gaskets for the intake manifold? Is there anything else i need to bring?
I'm working til 12:15 on sunday so ill be there by 1.
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Originally Posted by N600
sorry i missed out...i wound up hunting Christmas trees and hanging icicle lights...
Originally Posted by sonicsuby
we need to buy you a functioning calendar for Christmas, dude. 12/4 is next week
one of these days i'll stop skim reading posts and actually pay attention...
calender > me x2....
i get so screwed up on dates as it is...i'm always two months ahead...like right now...working on january...so my mind is already past the holidays and into '06...
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I have an oem STi exhaust PM me. Its laying on the floor right next to me.
Just picked up some gaskets for the fuel pump and intake manifold.
Just picked up some gaskets for the fuel pump and intake manifold.