DA Integra's Only
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Keep in mind that this was prior to me being able to work on my own car. So, the dizzy went out 2-3 times, which as you guys know is not cheap to have replaced, because the dizzy went out my exhaust exploded (long story), spark plugs and wires had to be replaced, alternator had to be replaced, clutch had to be replaced, front brakes went out while driving, and by went out i mean something snapped, and i had to use the ebrake for 3 days, im sure theres more, but keep in mind all these repairs were because the part on the car wore out, not a modification as most people think a clutch and ngk spark plugs and wires are. ALSO, the car has been hit 3 different times, which gets old
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uh what?
Keep in mind that this was prior to me being able to work on my own car. So, the dizzy went out 2-3 times, which as you guys know is not cheap to have replaced, because the dizzy went out my exhaust exploded (long story), spark plugs and wires had to be replaced, alternator had to be replaced, clutch had to be replaced, front brakes went out while driving, and by went out i mean something snapped, and i had to use the ebrake for 3 days, im sure theres more, but keep in mind all these repairs were because the part on the car wore out, not a modification as most people think a clutch and ngk spark plugs and wires are. ALSO, the car has been hit 3 different times, which gets old
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yeah i've been through alot with this car, my son should be here around august and i've been debating hard on if i need to get a family car (4 door, A/C, Power steering, Etc.) im kinda of undecided what to do right now to tell the truth
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And come to find out verzion screwed me too, I ordered the incredible on the 10th, the guy said it should be to me on the 14th, well it is the 18th and it isnt here so I stopped by and they said any phone order on the 8th, 9th and 10th the phone should ship out by the 29th. wtf? I used an early upgrade because I am not due until the 30th, why didn't the guy tell me this crap? All they see is dollar signs and ****. I would not have spent an extra 20 bucks if I knew I wouldn't get it until it was time for my upgrade........ just needed to vent.
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yea its through import sports, steve talked to him, and that is what he said, so hopefully I can get my mani back in time for the meet....
And come to find out verzion screwed me too, I ordered the incredible on the 10th, the guy said it should be to me on the 14th, well it is the 18th and it isnt here so I stopped by and they said any phone order on the 8th, 9th and 10th the phone should ship out by the 29th. wtf? I used an early upgrade because I am not due until the 30th, why didn't the guy tell me this crap? All they see is dollar signs and ****. I would not have spent an extra 20 bucks if I knew I wouldn't get it until it was time for my upgrade........ just needed to vent.
And come to find out verzion screwed me too, I ordered the incredible on the 10th, the guy said it should be to me on the 14th, well it is the 18th and it isnt here so I stopped by and they said any phone order on the 8th, 9th and 10th the phone should ship out by the 29th. wtf? I used an early upgrade because I am not due until the 30th, why didn't the guy tell me this crap? All they see is dollar signs and ****. I would not have spent an extra 20 bucks if I knew I wouldn't get it until it was time for my upgrade........ just needed to vent.
for Import Sports!Gave me some free wrist pin locks when I randomly called him and asked him if he had any.
Dave, so my cars faster than yours right now
Starting to take it apart tomorrow after work!
I'm over Verizon and their terrible customer service and phone selections. Droid phones are cool and all but still no Iphone. I will be switching to AT&T in July for the 4G Iphone.
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right now that sounds like a good idea, when I was in the store there were literally 5 people at different ends of the store screaming and yelling about their service and plans and charges to the account they have no idea what they are for......
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but they will all renew their contracts. people bitch about bad service, but never do anything about it. Why would verizon change their ways if people keep paying them for it?
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I've had nothing but problems with my phone and they keep replacing it with the same problematic phone. Won't do anything else, finally I asked if they would offer me a discounted price on a new phone, they didn't, I'm leaving as soon as the 4G comes out.
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IMO mileage should be at the very bottom of your list when you're shopping for a DA. Who among us plans on keeping the suspension or motor stock? Probably no one. And those are the parts which get worn out with mileage. Everything else gets worn out based on how you drive the car and how you care for it.
Personally, I'd shop in this order:
1) Paint/Body. This is irreplaceable. Once the factory paint is damaged, it'll be gone forever, and you'll never achieve that same paint from a shop - at least w/o multiple multiple thousands of dollars - and even then it's debatable if it compares.
2) "Stockness" Something that hasn't been touched - AT ALL, is priceless. Obviously, it depends on the mod. Something like lowering springs isn't a big deal. But an alarm siren screwed to the firewall - no way to get rid of those holes w/o paint and body work.
3) Interior. Good interior is hard to find, not impossible, but hard to find. And even then it'll be worn. You may think it's in good condition, but were you able to compare to brand new, off the showroom floor condition, you'd be amazed.
4) Engine. You'll be replacing this regardless, so it doesn't much matter, but having all the stock brackets, screws... and what not is nice.
5) Suspension. All of this will be replaced as well, and not really of much concern. Regardless of the car having 20k or 200k miles, the bushings and other components are likely to be shot from age or mileage. And even if they weren't, you'd be replacing them for performance upgrades anyway.
Personally, I'd shop in this order:
1) Paint/Body. This is irreplaceable. Once the factory paint is damaged, it'll be gone forever, and you'll never achieve that same paint from a shop - at least w/o multiple multiple thousands of dollars - and even then it's debatable if it compares.
2) "Stockness" Something that hasn't been touched - AT ALL, is priceless. Obviously, it depends on the mod. Something like lowering springs isn't a big deal. But an alarm siren screwed to the firewall - no way to get rid of those holes w/o paint and body work.
3) Interior. Good interior is hard to find, not impossible, but hard to find. And even then it'll be worn. You may think it's in good condition, but were you able to compare to brand new, off the showroom floor condition, you'd be amazed.
4) Engine. You'll be replacing this regardless, so it doesn't much matter, but having all the stock brackets, screws... and what not is nice.
5) Suspension. All of this will be replaced as well, and not really of much concern. Regardless of the car having 20k or 200k miles, the bushings and other components are likely to be shot from age or mileage. And even if they weren't, you'd be replacing them for performance upgrades anyway.
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wow, i hardly have problems with verizon. i got in good with the one sales man after the 2 people i knew that worked there quit and he always takes care of me when i go in with an issue. even got me a new phone after i threw it and broke it and i told him i broke it. i just with verizon didn't cost so much.
and damn dave, that blows about the manifold. sounds like its time for a new manifold from someone else
and damn dave, that blows about the manifold. sounds like its time for a new manifold from someone else
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Duma you paid someone to change a distributor? really all you need is 1 tool to replace it... i hope you didn't pay for anything except maybe the alternator and clutch job.
anyways, I haven't driven my car in two weeks
can't wait til schools out.
anyways, I haven't driven my car in two weeks
can't wait til schools out.
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From: wilkes-barre , pa
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how would you fix that my caster is also off a lil and i cant figure out whats bent or moved i took it to the frame/alignment shop and they said nothing is bent but yet my wheel is still pushed back a lil
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wow, i hardly have problems with verizon. i got in good with the one sales man after the 2 people i knew that worked there quit and he always takes care of me when i go in with an issue. even got me a new phone after i threw it and broke it and i told him i broke it. i just with verizon didn't cost so much.
and damn dave, that blows about the manifold. sounds like its time for a new manifold from someone else
and damn dave, that blows about the manifold. sounds like its time for a new manifold from someone else
LoL And yea, that sucks for Dave! We will see how quality this RLD manifold is here soon! Been sitting in my room for a year so it better be awesome!
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Distributor King has a pretty good reputation. I'm using one of their distributors currently. Probably the best option compared to a brand new OEM unit.
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ok i ordered my dizzy i just need to figure out if there is anything else i need which sucks because i cant think of anything else but i know its some lil small crap im forgetting
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Matty, this is back then when i was only 18, and i had no job/money and was going to school, so when the dizzy went out, parent paid to fix it and they'd rather have a professional change it. The alternator and clutch were done at my girlfriends house
edit: oh yeah, fixed the problem with my car, my alternator belt got ripped up and wrapped itself around my axle
edit: oh yeah, fixed the problem with my car, my alternator belt got ripped up and wrapped itself around my axle
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ha, no. actually he's a car guy so we got to talking one day while i was in there and ever since then, he hooks me up when i'm having problems. honestly, his service is the only reason i'm still with verizon. it sure as hell aint cuz of their prices!! i'm just afraid i wont get the same kinda of service if i go somewhere else