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Old 05-07-2006, 08:47 PM
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I have so much work to do to my car for the summer:

- Claybar and Polish.
- Touch up all the paint chips.
- Get fenders and doors adjusted. (Doors are rubbing on the fenders.)
- Adjust driver-side exhaust tip. (It'* crooked.)
- Repaint spoiler. (Clearcoat is coming off.)
- Get lowering springs installed.
- Get alignment after springs are installed.
- Get thorough inspection for leaks. (Just worred about the recent engine fires.)

I have a lot to do. I think there is something wrong with the paint for my year because it chips off easier than anything.

I actually just posted this to organize my thoughts.
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You better get moving.........
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Mine: Pass inspection.
Finish iPod (custom) integration
Fix/replace my door and bumper trim.
Finish engine cover.
Not get pulled over anymore.
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Mine:
1: Get new tires on so that I can pass inspection
2: Upgrade from my current Bonnie to a set of 2 cars
car 1: Something with vin 1 goodness
car 2: Something that I can autocross with confidence
(I'm looking at you, Mr. Miata )

3: Improve both
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Replace rear bumper cover
swap heads
port intake
find a way to get a Jet chip
figure out fuel pressure
shampoo carpets
put on exhaust tips I already have
maybe tint
PEMs
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I think the leak inspection should be first on the list, man.
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1. fix the front end from the radiator forward
2. figure out the major misfire at idle
3. figure out the major battery drain when off
4. fix the suspension
5. fix the interior
6. fix the mercury'* body
7. have the mercurys tranny rebuilt
8. sell the mercury.
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Originally Posted by erics95se
I think the leak inspection should be first on the list, man.
Me? Yeah, I RTV'd a few things yesterday. We'll see how she does in the next week or so.
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Mine is:
Pay for a friend to finish bodywork and get the car painted since I just don't have time or patience. (been saving)
Get a built trans.
And finish tuning.
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Originally Posted by erics95se
I think the leak inspection should be first on the list, man.
The list is in no particular order, but when I get my next oil change, which is soon, my dad and I will look things over while the car is in his shop.

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