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audiobliss wrote: »

That's basically what I said, no?

I wasn't being condescending. It's just great to see someone who is so interested in a hobby that I love so much.

Usually I see people who are car guys, and then people who aren't car guys. I don't typically see people being interested and learning more about the hobby.

This has been a great thread. You've asked so many good questions, gotten good advice, and you've acted on it!

There was nothing negative to what I said.

Didn't mean that, sorry...

I find it nice that, not only do you know so much about cars, you are willing to share this information and answer my questions.

And yes, I have enjoyed this thread.

So far I've only done the K&N intake and installed high-performance tires (Hankooks), but it looks like Friday will be the day for upgraded brake pads and rotors.

audiobliss

I can't imagine how much of a difference you're experiencing. Intake filter, tires, wheels (did you say you did that?), brake pads and rotors...that's awesome. I bet it'd be fun to be able to experience the car's handling before and after.

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audiobliss wrote: »

I can't imagine how much of a difference you're experiencing. Intake filter, tires, wheels (did you say you did that?), brake pads and rotors...that's awesome. I bet it'd be fun to be able to experience the car's handling before and after.

Basically, everything you said except wheels. There are just too many to choose from and I'm not sure how to tell the difference. So haven't really looked into wheels yet.

As per the brake pads, there are still like 30% remaining of the original pads, do you recommend to wait a little longer before installing upgraded pads/rotors?

audiobliss

Totally depends on if you can afford losing that 30% left. That's the only thing at stake. If you don't care about that and want to experience new braking performance, then go ahead and go for it.

Serendipity

Well, they've lasted a LONG time already, but you're right, you're losing that 30% left.

How often do you change brake pads and tires?

audiobliss

Hahahaha. I've gone through four right rear tires in about three years. But I'm not sure that's really representative of how long they SHOULD last!

Really depends on the type of tire, type of vehicle, type of driving, and if the suspension is set up correctly. I could be totally wrong on this, but it seems like Dad's happy when he can get 40k - 60k on a set of tires on his Suburban. Of course, the smaller and lighter the car, generally the longer the tire life given that all the other variables remain constant.

Brake pads...I dunno, really.

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audiobliss wrote: »

Hahahaha. I've gone through four right rear tires in about three years. But I'm not sure that's really representative of how long they SHOULD last!

Really depends on the type of tire, type of vehicle, type of driving, and if the suspension is set up correctly. I could be totally wrong on this, but it seems like Dad's happy when he can get 40k - 60k on a set of tires on his Suburban. Of course, the smaller and lighter the car, generally the longer the tire life given that all the other variables remain constant.

Brake pads...I dunno, really.

FOUR tires in three years? Man what kind of roads do you have out there?

From my experience they should last 50k-60k, or even more!

audiobliss

Hahahahahaha. It's not the roads. It's the right foot being planted in corners that does it! But I've had this last right rear tire on for a while and it looks just like new. I'm taking care of it.

It's time to start driving more responsibly.

Serendipity

I was thinking you have some really bad roads out there...

I can't imagine four rear tires in three years, that's a lot of wear!

audiobliss

A lot of fun, too, though!

In my defense (though not much), one or two of the tires were a little used when I got them.

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Even if they were a little used, it still doesn't mean they can't last a long time.

Still debating over the brake pads though. The original pads have lasted so long already, but there is still some material remaining.

VR3

Oh - no excuses AB ---

When I had my 91 --- once those tires were close to bear...

A burn out was the next thing I did around every left turn... LOL

And man --- my right rear tire was BALD, I mean BALD!!!

lol -- but I got alot of smoke, alot of noise and alot of fun..

But then again, I didnt have to replace those tires, I just traded in the truck with the tires on there...

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Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »

Oh - no excuses AB ---

When I had my 91 --- once those tires were close to bear...

A burn out was the next thing I did around every left turn... LOL

And man --- my right rear tire was BALD, I mean BALD!!!

lol -- but I got alot of smoke, alot of noise and alot of fun..

But then again, I didnt have to replace those tires, I just traded in the truck with the tires on there...

Isn't that dangerous?

66chevyIISS

audiobliss wrote: »

Hahahaha. I've gone through four right rear tires in about three years.

"right rears" uh, get a limited slip or something lol

My rear tires last less then 2,000 miles and cost $320 to replace each time.

Got my new set waiting to go on

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66chevyIISS wrote: »

My rear tires last less then 2,000 miles and cost $320 to replace each time.

2000 miles? Man what do you do to your tires?

66chevyIISS

appadv wrote: »

2000 miles? Man what do you do to your tires?

THIS:
http://s53.photobucket.com/albums/g55/66chevyIISS/Nova%20pics/?action=view&current=waterbox.flv

and this:

audiobliss

Hahahaha. I'll change the rearend (rear axle, actualy) no doubt when I lift it; but I'm not going to waste money on a limited slip for a Cherokee when it never goes off road.

And yes, driving on bald or next to bald tires is dangerous.

I remember driving home on rainy night with an almost bald right rear tire it would lose traction whenever I hit expansion joints on bridges or whenever I just put the hammer down....at 85mph! :eek:

audiobliss

66chevyIISS wrote: »

THIS:
http://s53.photobucket.com/albums/g55/66chevyIISS/Nova%20pics/?action=view&current=waterbox.flv

Awwwww, that is VERY nice!! Great sound! Looks great, too! Congrats on a VERY nice ride!

What's she got under the hood, what tranny's taking all that abuse, what kinda power is she putting out, and what kind of times is she putting down? And, I feel ashamed to ask this, but there are so many older cars I'm not familiar with...what is it?

66chevyIISS

audiobliss wrote: »

Hahahaha. I'll change the rearend (rear axle, actualy) no doubt when I lift it; but I'm not going to waste money on a limited slip for a Cherokee when it never goes off road.

And yes, driving on bald or next to bald tires is dangerous.

I remember driving home on rainy night with an almost bald right rear tire it would lose traction whenever I hit expansion joints on bridges or whenever I just put the hammer down....at 85mph! :eek:

haha, try driving in the rain with a locker, drag radials and a 3500 stall

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audiobliss wrote: »

And yes, driving on bald or next to bald tires is dangerous.

Why would you do that to your tires?

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Wow, there were a few posts between when I read and when I posted

audiobliss

66chevyIISS wrote: »

haha, try driving in the rain with a locker, drag radials and a 3500 stall

Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!! No thanks! Well, actually...I wish I could!!!

audiobliss

appadv wrote: »

Why would you do that to your tires?

*sigh*

Hopefully you'll understand one day. Though hopefully you'll have the restraint to keep from frying all your tires within a few months.

Do I want bald tires? No. Do I want to burnout around every corner? You beat ya!

Can't have one without the other. So for right now I'm choosing neither.

exalted512

audiobliss wrote: »

Awwwww, that is VERY nice!! Great sound! Looks great, too! Congrats on a VERY nice ride!

What's she got under the hood, what tranny's taking all that abuse, what kinda power is she putting out, and what kind of times is she putting down? And, I feel ashamed to ask this, but there are so many older cars I'm not familiar with...what is it?

im guessing a nova...since the file says "nova pics" but i could be wrong.
-Cody

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audiobliss wrote: »

*sigh*

Hopefully you'll understand one day. Though hopefully you'll have the restraint to keep from frying all your tires within a few months.

Do I want bald tires? No. Do I want to burnout around every corner? You beat ya!

Can't have one without the other. So for right now I'm choosing neither.

I doubt I will ever understand. So whats the reason, may I ask?

Seems like a waste of tire to me.

audiobliss

exalted512 wrote: »

im guessing a nova...since the file says "nova pics" but i could be wrong.
-Cody

ROFL. Yet again, in the same night...

reading > me.


I was thinking either a Nova or Pontiac Le Mans.

audiobliss

appadv wrote: »

I doubt I will ever understand. So whats the reason, may I ask?

Seems like a waste of tire to me.

Plain and simple because it's fun.

If you don't understand, then you just don't understand. And of course it'd be harder to understand with a front-wheel drive car, especially a non-performance oriented front-wheel drive.

exalted512

as opposed to a performance oriented cherokee? Can that legally be said in the same sentence?
-Cody

audiobliss

I fail to see how I even implied my Cherokee was performance oriented. It's not.

However, it IS rear-wheel drive. THAT's the main distinction I was making.

66chevyIISS

audiobliss wrote: »

Awwwww, that is VERY nice!! Great sound! Looks great, too! Congrats on a VERY nice ride!

What's she got under the hood, what tranny's taking all that abuse, what kinda power is she putting out, and what kind of times is she putting down? And, I feel ashamed to ask this, but there are so many older cars I'm not familiar with...what is it?

Thank you. It's a fun car, but I broke it and it's been sitting idle for a while now.

Engine is a 388 stroker and behind that is a Th-350 manual valve body transmission with a 3500 stall converter. Rearend is a Ford 9" with a detroit locker and 3.70 gears. Before I got the rearend it was running 12.4-12.5's with a 3.08 open rear. I changed a few things and also switched to the 9".

On my first shakedown pass with the new setup I ran a 12.25@111 and broke my driveshaft, transmission, exhaust, and put a hole in my floor boards. LOL I haven't recovered from it yet and i'm slowly putting it back together now. It should be running 11.70's when im done, fully streetable. I live 50 miles from the race track 1 way and never trailered it. Although I did have a nice tow bill that day I broke

and my Screen name should be a give away LOL It is a 1966 Nova Super Sport also known as a ChevyII

Sorry to hi jack your post appadv I can take it to a PM if you want.