It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (pics)
04-29-2004, 08:34 AM
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It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (pics)
Okay, I can't hold em back anymore...I have to share. Several months ago I drove the car from XXXXX down to Florida for a little help. Due to the struggles associated with the senior semester of nursing school (graduating May 14th), I had to hand over the install to someone else.
Just about anyone can do an install. However, I really feel that tuning can make or break the setup. Over the last couple years, I have heard great things about John and his tuning at Secret Services. I didn't mind driving the 10+ hours for peace of mind.
As of now, the car has 800 miles on the new motor. Everything is running perfectly. After the 1000 mile marker, a valve job and head stud re-torque is in order. Towards the end of next week, I'm driving back down for the high HP tuning session. Wish us luck...which I don't really feel it is needed. I have 110 percent faith in John, Matt, and everyone else at secret services. They're really a great bunch of guys.
Here are some pics. There are several things (which you may notice) that are not connected or completely installed in the pics...it'll be done shortly.
Before Florida on the back porch.
I will keep you all posted on the #'s.
Modified by rondigs at 1:57 PM 6/24/2004
Just about anyone can do an install. However, I really feel that tuning can make or break the setup. Over the last couple years, I have heard great things about John and his tuning at Secret Services. I didn't mind driving the 10+ hours for peace of mind.
As of now, the car has 800 miles on the new motor. Everything is running perfectly. After the 1000 mile marker, a valve job and head stud re-torque is in order. Towards the end of next week, I'm driving back down for the high HP tuning session. Wish us luck...which I don't really feel it is needed. I have 110 percent faith in John, Matt, and everyone else at secret services. They're really a great bunch of guys.
Here are some pics. There are several things (which you may notice) that are not connected or completely installed in the pics...it'll be done shortly.
Before Florida on the back porch.
I will keep you all posted on the #'s.
Modified by rondigs at 1:57 PM 6/24/2004
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Re: It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (Jordo)
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Re: It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (rondigs)
I saw your Integra sitting out front yesterday around 1:10 when I was there. Very nice looking Integra. Can't wait to see what you put down.
04-29-2004, 09:14 AM
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Re: It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (macrosshn)
Thanks. I just can't wait to drive it. I've been so jealous of Matt (secret services employee). Most of the first 800 miles has been on .5 bar.
04-29-2004, 09:25 AM
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Re: It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (Honda Hick)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Honda Hick »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I like your gauge placement . I'm surprised there was enough room behind those dash pieces.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yeah, I want to keep the car pretty quiet. I don't like the attention. The element of surprise is a great thing.
. I'm surprised there was enough room behind those dash pieces.</TD></TR></TABLE>Yeah, I want to keep the car pretty quiet. I don't like the attention. The element of surprise is a great thing.
04-29-2004, 09:31 AM
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Re: (99B16Si)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 99B16Si »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">sweet setup man. let me know when u dyno that beast i wanna be there.
and why are u jealous of matt??? i didnt get that one</TD></TR></TABLE>
I'm jealous of Matt because, One-he organized the build up. Two-he's been driving the car around for the first 800 miles.
and why are u jealous of matt??? i didnt get that one</TD></TR></TABLE>
I'm jealous of Matt because, One-he organized the build up. Two-he's been driving the car around for the first 800 miles.
04-29-2004, 09:35 AM
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Re: It's like waiting for Santa on Christmas night (boostedb20vtec)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by boostedb20vtec »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">One of Secret Service car eh? </TD></TR></TABLE>
I think the drive down there was worth it. I can't wait to see what John comes up with!
</TD></TR></TABLE>I think the drive down there was worth it. I can't wait to see what John comes up with!
04-29-2004, 09:44 AM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by DroppedGSR »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> Can't wait to see it perform</TD></TR></TABLE>
Neither can I. After its tuned, I get to drive it 10 hours back home. I hope there is still tread on the tires when I get back
Neither can I. After its tuned, I get to drive it 10 hours back home. I hope there is still tread on the tires when I get back
04-29-2004, 10:00 AM
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Re: (Mase)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mase »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> going for 500?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yeah, I think on high boost it should be able to push it.
Yeah, I think on high boost it should be able to push it.
04-29-2004, 10:01 AM
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Re: (Mase)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mase »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">nice setup, cant wait to see what u put down 
going for 500?</TD></TR></TABLE>
His favorite number is 555....maybe 666.
going for 500?</TD></TR></TABLE>His favorite number is 555....maybe 666.
04-29-2004, 12:40 PM
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Re: (THE_HX)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by THE_HX »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">wow, bad *** setup man i like it a lot! 
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Thanks. I'm thinking I'll like it too.
i like it a lot! </TD></TR></TABLE>Thanks. I'm thinking I'll like it too.
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wow ronny that setup has come along way since I say the B16 head in the back of your integra. Ill have to come home to ride in it now. Time to smoke todd in whatever new car he has. I think he sold the vette. maybe he still has that 383ci 944.