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It was a real pain - mulitple PB blaster attempts, different weight/size mallets, turned wheel for better angle, took turns wailing on it, cursing at it, etc etc. Also, Tim and @shogun32 - please let me know if you want me to send out my OEM dampers. I can't keep em in my office for long :wink...

If my measurements are correct, I'm seeing around .25 inch lowering with 5300-W springs, which is much less than the 20mm advertised. Let's see where it ends up after alignment. I also can't find the pictures I took of the OEM wheel gap from ground to fender, but I have the photos I posted...

I initially kept nut threaded on the end of bolt as to NOT mushroom, but eventually removed in a deperate attempt to avoid further destroying the bolt threads. Figured it's easier to file off bolt than it is to fix destroyed threads.

Update: Tried to install the GT500 magneride dampers and FP 5300-W springs with my buddy in his garage. Started with the front right since that was where my blown strut was, and got to the lower strut bolts to remove the strut. Tried every trick in the book besides a heat torch, and after a...

Funny you mention R888R because I’ve heard they’re dated and overhyped. I think you would have been better off with 200TW endurance tires, but if the 888’s work well for you then that’s good. I only have experience with Michelin 4S and potenza sports. Looking at Yoko AD09 for daily driving and...

I don't want to trash on the Nittos because I haven't really done much research, but unless I'm missing something - G2's are pretty garbage tires from what I've seen and heard. I've never considered them among the other top summer 300TW+ tires like Conti ECS02, Mich PS4S, or Potenza Sport. If on...

Just FYI, I feel that the trans drives much better after reset and before the adaptive learning takes place. I wish I knew how many miles till adaptive kicks in, but maybe update us in a few hundred miles.

Thanks for the reassurance - The less NVH, the better. Will keep everyone posted.

Have all the parts and ready to install - just need to set aside time to do it myself this weekend or take it to a shop next week. For IRS, I went with White lines KDT943 IRS lockout kit and BMR alignment dowels. I knew the IRS pucks were not metal, but man they feel like very flimsy...

Most dealers are useless when it comes to warranty, especially for things that involve sound or feel - not easy to scan codes. I believe I replaced the rear wheel bearing assemblies and that solved the issue. I would suggest timken or SKF branded for a more affordable alternative to OEM ford...

Classic muffler in south San Jose - Andy is the man!

Hey if you plan another one this year, please let me know!

Hi Mike, I’m from SF Bay Area(30+ years) and am currently living in Napa. I have to say, you have a fantastic destination itinerary. I believe you can rent a track car, but it will be pricey. I have seen Supras and Miatas at more reasonable prices, but there are other options like Porsches and...

Update on Lead time from Levittown Ford parts: 9602-M has multiple month LT 5300-W has multiple week LT I'll keep looking for 9602-M anywhere I can find it but will most likely have to settle for just 5300-W

The VDM flash is really what I'm after from the Kit - I would just buy 5300-W springs and flash if I could. I reached out to Levittown Ford parts department - hopefully they can pull in soon. Worst case, I buy 5300-W springs and calling it a day since the GT500 Dampers will have much more...

I think I had heard that before about CJ pony parts. I’ll see if I can get a hold of Benny from Levittown and if they have this kit in stock.

Update on the GT500 damper project: M-9602-M was supposed to arrive last week, but after a call with CJ Pony car CS, I find out that it is OOS until June 2024 since it is a special order kit. I can't find anyone who has stock, so I assume same FP ETA with other vendors. This leaves me with the...

For wheel hub assemblies, I buy Timken/SKF from Rockauto.

Ordered the FP M-9602-M kit - I'm interested in experiencing and reporting the difference from PP1 OEM Magride, and especially before and after I apply the VDM tune on GT500 dampers. I hope it's not overkill :sunglasses: Now I'll order an IRS lockout kit, and maybe some SKF/Timken front wheel...

Thanks for the helpful comments guys! Tosha, I agree completely. While on OEM PP1 magride dampers and VDM, I can currently feel a slight difference between normal and sport, and then no significant difference between sport and track. Yes, it begs the question, is the VDM tune the same across...