torbs;181481 wrote:
I stated in the ad that the car is a DX shell (so there's nothing being hidden...it was the first thing stated in the ad)
I put EX because of the motor, moonroof, and power windows that are in it...I know a lot of people avoid DX's when searching for cars simply because it has less power along with less options. I put EX to attract the people that look at ads this way.
Also, compression testers seemingly vary depending on the brand, etc (i've seen a couple different numbers on the same motor with different compression testers...by different numbers I mean 20-30psi, unless this is something that doesn't occur very often?...just going by personal experience). I can assure that the motor runs/feels strong (as strong as a stock D can feel in a coupe).
I put prior salvage in the ad because that's what is on the title.
I consider anybody that does quite a bit of things to a car a mechanic. Example: I considered matt a mechanic 2+ years ago when he was doing quite a bit to cars...swapping out clutches, motors, axles, t-belts, etc. That's just my opinion on the word "mechanic." To me, a tech. is somebody who has had professional training, etc...therefore i would never consider myself a tech. In other words, I think fargostreet itself has quite a few "mechanics", but few actual techs.

BTW, it's 16 second cars thank you very much

And just for you John (darkelvis): I became a mechanic (IMO obviously) when I bought a few cars that either A. didn't run, B. ran like ass, or C. ran good but had other problems and made them run well again...I'll prolly get flamed for thinking what I am, but whatever...not like that'd be anything new.

EDIT: checked dictionary.com for all of you who like doing that out there...an automotive mechanic is simply somebody who works on cars, whereas a technician may have some training...look it up to see for yourself...so, if one goes by the dictionary, it seems as though I did interpret the difference between a mechanic and technician correctly.

ya, but you didnt fix any of those cars that were broken whe you got them, either other people did, or you sold them still broken....

bubba;181535 wrote:
Well u were the one saying u'd beat ohm's DSM...u know cause stock D series cars are quick and all. I hate dsm's but i'd have to say a busted ass dsm would beat a mostly stock d series honda...

because its a stock d series :icon_cyclops:

No one has answered my question about the trained mechanics...

DelSlow;181478 wrote:
my 'fast' del sol that i tell everyone is fast, and mentioned in this thread that was uber fast?

Well u were the one saying u'd beat ohm's DSM...u know cause stock D series cars are quick and all. I hate dsm's but i'd have to say a busted ass dsm would beat a mostly stock d series honda...

amicheze;181507 wrote:
D S ohM's car has more than just an intake. Shit I hear that thing almost every time it starts up.

The can has to go. Im hoping to get the car in for some 3" exhaust soon. Trying to find a good deal on it right now.

Parker;181480 wrote:
you are all slow..... now shut up....

:woot:

JohnW;181484 wrote:
oh sweet, im a mechanic!

Well duh, we both are. DSMs don't fix themselves you know.:icon_thumright:

I guess it could also depend on if the adapter on the tester is sealed to the plug hole, and if the method being used to test is the same each time and is the method used in the manual to get the reference numbers.

blah blah blah

blah...

ugh,

oh sweet, im a mechanic!

PSI2HI;181434 wrote:
My $.02:
-Dont list it as an EX just cause you swapped a EX motor in it, the car is a DX!
-150 compression is not VERY STRONG for a 9:1 motor.
-Salvage is SALVAGE
-You list no scammers but your ad is partially a scam claiming a EX int he title and that your a mechanic that has performed all the labor. Mechanics are trained/qualified technicians not garage wrenchers.

Secondly i believe the track is open this weekend, street legal event. why dont you all go battle out your 14 sec war there rather then on the forums??

I stated in the ad that the car is a DX shell (so there's nothing being hidden...it was the first thing stated in the ad)
I put EX because of the motor, moonroof, and power windows that are in it...I know a lot of people avoid DX's when searching for cars simply because it has less power along with less options. I put EX to attract the people that look at ads this way.
Also, compression testers seemingly vary depending on the brand, etc (i've seen a couple different numbers on the same motor with different compression testers...by different numbers I mean 20-30psi, unless this is something that doesn't occur very often?...just going by personal experience). I can assure that the motor runs/feels strong (as strong as a stock D can feel in a coupe).
I put prior salvage in the ad because that's what is on the title.
I consider anybody that does quite a bit of things to a car a mechanic. Example: I considered matt a mechanic 2+ years ago when he was doing quite a bit to cars...swapping out clutches, motors, axles, t-belts, etc. That's just my opinion on the word "mechanic." To me, a tech. is somebody who has had professional training, etc...therefore i would never consider myself a tech. In other words, I think fargostreet itself has quite a few "mechanics", but few actual techs.

BTW, it's 16 second cars thank you very much

And just for you John (darkelvis): I became a mechanic (IMO obviously) when I bought a few cars that either A. didn't run, B. ran like ass, or C. ran good but had other problems and made them run well again...I'll prolly get flamed for thinking what I am, but whatever...not like that'd be anything new.

EDIT: checked dictionary.com for all of you who like doing that out there...an automotive mechanic is simply somebody who works on cars, whereas a technician may have some training...look it up to see for yourself...so, if one goes by the dictionary, it seems as though I did interpret the difference between a mechanic and technician correctly.

bubba;181477 wrote:
Not taking any sides, but what's done to your "fast" del sol...

my 'fast' del sol that i tell everyone is fast, and mentioned in this thread that was uber fast?

D S ohM;181459 wrote:
And no Will, I'm not going to go cry or hang myself.

just the second part then? lol

I love it when people give matt shit for his 'parents buying him everything' its like your telling me if your parents helped you out you'd be like "naw, i have pride. Poor people have way more respect and pride" der

Matt works for everything that he has done to his car, its not like he's putting a sweet intake on his car and running around saying ITS NOT STOCK! :icon_thumleft:

darkelvis;181461 wrote:
HOLY FUCKING SHIT TORBS, ARE YOU EVER GOIN TO ANSWER MY QUESTION...... WHEN DID YOU BECOME A MECHANIC??????

Is that what you were after?

If anyone wants to reply to this one and give me some answers I would appreciate it.

And no Will, I'm not going to go cry or hang myself.