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Old 02-07-11 | 01:27 PM
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Thanks for all the compliments-! I think car drives much smoother and nicer with this setup.
Car feels much more balanced..no problem driving downtown here either..
Maybe OEM suspension is too soft for heavy car like this..anyways it feels like different car.

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Old 02-07-11 | 01:28 PM
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I had lowered maxima with eibach but it felt harsh. Highly recommend Vogtland springs.
Old 02-07-11 | 05:02 PM
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Steve, looking good and also very subtle with the stock wheels I might add.

I think car drives much smoother and nicer with this setup.
Car feels much more balanced..no problem driving downtown here either..
Maybe OEM suspension is too soft for heavy car like this..anyways it feels like different car.

Steve
I agree. This past fall, I removed my coilovers from the SC400 for winter duty. I'm becoming tired of how much the car rolls in cornering, and pitching and bobs over dips -- the body motions simply aren't as well-controlled as they should be for a car of this weight on the OEM setup. On top of this, the ride is only slightly improved from when the car was lower.

I'd like to see your car someday -- we still meet every 2nd Thursday in the west. Come out after the snow is gone when you get your summer wheels on if you find the time one evening.
Old 02-07-11 | 05:07 PM
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I am in Ottawa because I am working for Canada Post Administration office.
I know its boring job but for being 26 and making what I make I am happy for now.
However, I am also from Toronto...to be exact Etobicoke.
BTW, SC_COUPE, I was going to buy Megan/BC Coils but I went with
this setup because of that issue you are having...having to remove coilovers for winter(seized coilover adjustment valves) cuz its so much hassle to install and remove..
Anyways, hope to see you guys soon-!


Steve

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Old 02-08-11 | 11:14 AM
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Cleaning up under the hood, possibly going to attempt disabling the ABS, and gonna look for iridium plugs.
Old 02-08-11 | 03:47 PM
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I looked at mine today for future reference if I lose my car key can I get one made at the dealer? If so how much..Guess they would need my vin#
Old 02-08-11 | 03:54 PM
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went with my daughter to ralphs.. my SC has a carseat =P (nothin fancy)
Old 02-08-11 | 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by boostinsc
I looked at mine today for future reference if I lose my car key can I get one made at the dealer? If so how much..Guess they would need my vin#
I got a dead key (no chip or keyless) cut at the dealer for about $35. If you can find a place that can cut inside keys cheaper the dead blanks are available online for about $15. My car is a 95 and doesn't use a transponder key, I'm not sure what year they started using them.
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^^^ its double that to cut a key at the closest dealership near me lol..
Old 02-08-11 | 05:40 PM
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Drove it to work.Been a while.
Old 02-08-11 | 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by FatBrian81
I got a dead key (no chip or keyless) cut at the dealer for about $35. If you can find a place that can cut inside keys cheaper the dead blanks are available online for about $15. My car is a 95 and doesn't use a transponder key, I'm not sure what year they started using them.
That's pretty cheap for a dealer. For my first sc I only had one key so I looked for a shop to make me a second key. Found a small locksmith shop who made me one for $20 including the blank.
Old 02-08-11 | 05:59 PM
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Used Instant Detailer and fake washed my car!
Old 02-09-11 | 02:46 AM
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i flipped off my car and called it a dirty ****..
Old 02-09-11 | 09:28 AM
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Putting this stuff in today




Old 02-09-11 | 03:40 PM
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I just started my sc today had her run for a good while. Also figured out how to save my seat settings just by pressing the buttons once or twice without reading the manual. +10 for figuring it out by myself lol

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