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Krusty · Mar 31, 2011

Hey Vince, clear your private message box so I can send you one.

LittoDeviL · Jul 2, 2010

Hmm... I've watched an event at Laguna Seca before... and I do own a DeTomaso Pantera err... but thanks for finding my engine rebuild thread fascinating

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smartRRparts · Feb 19, 2009

And a few more horsepower too!

2smartArizona · Aug 19, 2008

Yeah, that's the new place....last guy restored Studebakers, and when he passed away, his wife sold it all. The lift has changed my life. I love the e46, and I will most likely keep it when my smart gets here, but I hope, when it gets here in two months or so, that it will not disappoint, and I will enjoy it. Hope I can get it up on the lift too....easier oil changes. Glad to meet you out here, and I will watch your aerodynamic progress.

geosynch · Aug 13, 2008

Hi Vince,

Thanks for the link to the install. i had seen it before, but now I know where to find it again fast when I need to.

I'm not afraid of the 45 minute install per se, but free time is precious with a more than full-time job and a family. It's the 45 minute install and then uninstall if I'm unhappy with the BPP touring version.

geosynch

lowndex · Aug 6, 2008

It is quieter than the single-tip - no drone insode the cabin at highway speeds. I am happy.

tigerwong58 · Aug 5, 2008

Yes, I gave up, it's too loud. I just put on the DTH last night, huge difference, and more responsive. I will put a picture of both in my gallery soon.

tigerwong58 · Aug 5, 2008

Vince, the BPP exhaust weighs 12 lbs and DTH weights 10.5 lbs.

tigerwong58 · Jul 23, 2008

Hi Vince, what is that a picture of in your Avatar? just curious. Thanks, tigerwong

GiantKiller · Jul 22, 2008

No I didn't have alignment checked all the how to's didn't say to, and it feels fine. I might anyway, just to be anal. I just got done doing the randyzimmer swaybar mod. Almost no body roll any more. YYEEEHHAA!!!

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ShaneXman · Jul 7, 2008

Vince,

Oh man, that's not good. When I had my first sunshade replaced at BH Benz, I got there at about 6:30 am and waited till they opened so I would be taken care of first. I was in and out of there in a matter of 30 minutes. I guess you hit a busy time, but from my experience they are pretty quick. I don't know if BH has gotten the revised sunshades yet, but I'm sure you will be able to give us an update in due time.

I will keep my fingers crossed that you don't have the same issue again. lol

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ShaneXman · Jul 3, 2008

Vince,

I actually had my sunshade replaced by Beverly Hill Mercedes, and the same problem is happening. I won't be going back to BH to fix the issue as I live in South Orange County. Laguna Niguel Mercedes has informed me that they are waiting on the new batch, and they should get them in stock by next week. Maybe BH has the new ones as well...Thanks!

S

ShaneXman · Jun 27, 2008

I raced both at Big Willow, and at Streets of Willow. My best time at the Big Track was 1:28:00 consistently. At Streets of Willow, I was running 1:20's...which is pretty good considering how technical it is (especially on a 600). They both have their own series for racing, but always enjoyed running Big Willow better. Man I miss it...

I too have been fiddling with cars for as long as I can remember, and have done some track stuff...but never raced. Motorcycle racing is expensive enough, I most definitely couldn't afford having 4 tires gripping the pavement. HA HA!

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ShaneXman · Jun 27, 2008

Yup, riding is my passion...but I couldn't keep up financially. I had to re-prioritize my life and put riding on hold. I will probably be purchasing a GSX-R or CBR 600 the next time around since they pay contingency. Racing a Triumph was the deal breaker... A) Beacause they don't pay SQUAT, and B) because they make unreliable parts (blew my BRAND NEW race prepped motor at Streets of Willow). I wish I still had a bike, we could have gone riding.