Car Modifications, Amazing stuff you can do to a ride!
One thing that amazed me when I was in the 'states last year was the amazing varity of autos on your roads. In fact, I got told to shut up about the damn cars already (I stayed in Queens and out in Nassau County).
One thing that amazed me when I was in the 'states last year was the amazing varity of autos on your roads.
In fact, I got told to "shut up about the damn cars already" (I stayed in Queens and out in Nassau County).
Coming from Australia where we have a limited number of "common" cars, be they domesitc or foreign, I was simply amazed at the array of vehicles on the road.
Must admit a major liking of the Cadillac's.
What do you guys think of the Pontiac GT? I could be wrong but I believe it is based very heavily on our Holden Monaro. I was also led to believe (by someone I met whilst over there - friend of a friend etc) that getting rear-drive new cars is very difficult. I find that hard to believe as I do enjoy rear-drive cars far more than front drive. I think RD are much safer too.
I am probably buying a new car on Monday so I'll post pictures next week.
In fact, I got told to "shut up about the damn cars already" (I stayed in Queens and out in Nassau County).
Coming from Australia where we have a limited number of "common" cars, be they domesitc or foreign, I was simply amazed at the array of vehicles on the road.
Must admit a major liking of the Cadillac's.
What do you guys think of the Pontiac GT? I could be wrong but I believe it is based very heavily on our Holden Monaro. I was also led to believe (by someone I met whilst over there - friend of a friend etc) that getting rear-drive new cars is very difficult. I find that hard to believe as I do enjoy rear-drive cars far more than front drive. I think RD are much safer too.
I am probably buying a new car on Monday so I'll post pictures next week.
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I was speaking of this actually:
http://www.neverstolen.com/
Also, many alarms (such as mine, it was $235 w/o installation, about $500-$600 installed) have "fail-safe" starter kill relays. These relays are "normally closed" units, and are designed so that if the alarm dies, the car can still be started. Well, many thieves simply cut the power to the alarm, and the relay closes so they can start it. In my case, I have a "dummy brain" in the car as a decoy, and I have all the relays hidden all over the place in the dash. Plus, I am working on an ingnition/fuel kill setup to keep it from going anywhere.
As for the theft deterrent, I was more concerned about the jackasses that break into cars because "they're there" and take stuff from them. Now, I am looking to harden the car from most attacks.
http://www.neverstolen.com/
Also, many alarms (such as mine, it was $235 w/o installation, about $500-$600 installed) have "fail-safe" starter kill relays. These relays are "normally closed" units, and are designed so that if the alarm dies, the car can still be started. Well, many thieves simply cut the power to the alarm, and the relay closes so they can start it. In my case, I have a "dummy brain" in the car as a decoy, and I have all the relays hidden all over the place in the dash. Plus, I am working on an ingnition/fuel kill setup to keep it from going anywhere.
As for the theft deterrent, I was more concerned about the jackasses that break into cars because "they're there" and take stuff from them. Now, I am looking to harden the car from most attacks.
Quote:I was speaking of this actually:
http://www.neverstolen.com/
Also, many alarms (such as mine, it was $235 w/o installation, about $500-$600 installed) have "fail-safe" starter kill relays. These relays are "normally closed" units, and are designed so that if the alarm dies, the car can still be started. Well, many thieves simply cut the power to the alarm, and the relay closes so they can start it. In my case, I have a "dummy brain" in the car as a decoy, and I have all the relays hidden all over the place in the dash. Plus, I am working on an ingnition/fuel kill setup to keep it from going anywhere.
As for the theft deterrent, I was more concerned about the jackasses that break into cars because "they're there" and take stuff from them. Now, I am looking to harden the car from most attacks.
excellent with the fake stuff. good antiTHEFT.
on my old car i changed my fuse box to a breaker panel like in an airplane
one of the breakers is the ignition cutoff, but works like a magneto where the car only starts when it is broken.
as far as the run of the mill punk breaking into cars, i like the directional claymors in the doors
http://www.neverstolen.com/
Also, many alarms (such as mine, it was $235 w/o installation, about $500-$600 installed) have "fail-safe" starter kill relays. These relays are "normally closed" units, and are designed so that if the alarm dies, the car can still be started. Well, many thieves simply cut the power to the alarm, and the relay closes so they can start it. In my case, I have a "dummy brain" in the car as a decoy, and I have all the relays hidden all over the place in the dash. Plus, I am working on an ingnition/fuel kill setup to keep it from going anywhere.
As for the theft deterrent, I was more concerned about the jackasses that break into cars because "they're there" and take stuff from them. Now, I am looking to harden the car from most attacks.
excellent with the fake stuff. good antiTHEFT.
on my old car i changed my fuse box to a breaker panel like in an airplane
one of the breakers is the ignition cutoff, but works like a magneto where the car only starts when it is broken.
as far as the run of the mill punk breaking into cars, i like the directional claymors in the doors
This is for the few of you who left school to early for your own good.
Rotary Engines
Felix Wankel a German scientist first developed the rotary engine. His version wasn't very efficient but as per anything in this day and age people always try to improve stuff. The japanese version of this motor is in no way connnected to america in any way, so don't try and claim credit where it ain't due......do your homework before you post rubbish.....
Still you guys do have some seriously fat cars
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Rotary Engines
Felix Wankel a German scientist first developed the rotary engine. His version wasn't very efficient but as per anything in this day and age people always try to improve stuff. The japanese version of this motor is in no way connnected to america in any way, so don't try and claim credit where it ain't due......do your homework before you post rubbish.....
Still you guys do have some seriously fat cars
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