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No skin off my teeth I was hoping you guys would so up with those tips, I saw hat Grap IT thing on TV couple times and was stoked about that tool. 2 of my splash pan bolt heads broke off and there were already like 3 or 4 bolts that wasn't under there to begin with so I wonder how many broken bolts are still in those holes. Got NOS bolts to replace with but need to get all the old ones out first. Even had a couple those Injectors Screws try and strip too, but furtunately got away with only having to apply more downward preasure and/or use a bigger screw driver to get them out. At that point all the fuel rail stuff was already out and the pliers were deffinately on stand by Super Glue on the other hand I already tried that on something else (out of desperation) and coming to think of it, it didn't work :bandit: ~Z~

Seems like the metal between the 2 adjacent bolt holes would be prone to break under hard cornering, no?

Scope this out>>> http://reno.craigslist.org/car/512418757.html ~Z~

You can try this, Sometimes it works for me but I'm sure others will suggest better with the proper tools. Take a Small vice grip (preferably) or pliers then grip it, turn, unclamp the grips then reclamp, turn again and repeat. May take some time but it worked on bolts like that for me. You con also take a piece of metal, super glue it on the screw head, let dry and turn it with pliers or clamps. Just my ideas but I'm sure other more experienced members have better solutions. ~Z~

I'm sorry, I couldn't help it. I reread this post and started LAUGHING! "I know for a fact.." Sounds pretty Authoritive over there Arne Drop Tha Hammer ~Z~

Interesting, So if P/S is for Performance Specialties then what does the CT or GT stand for on the Fiat one? I know Centerline would problely be CL. Don't know the center hole size on mine but rim size is 14x7. All for spinners are screw ons but was told they're not stock for the rims, which I believe. When the 2 spinners on the passenger side fell off the right rear thread tower went MIA also. (That Sucked), All The Way Around But I know for a fact it was screw on from trying to take off the spinner but the lug nuts were in the way. ~Z~

Anyone happen to know the name the design? On the Fiat version there seems to be a stamping on the back which says "CT" or "GT" next to the size stamping, is that the name of the design by chance or something else related to the rim size? ~Z~

Looks like these also came in 13x5.5 with a 4.98 bolt pattern for Fiat X-19 and/or 124 Spider. The guy also lives in southern Cali. (Costa Mesa, California) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/13-inch-Fiat-x-19-wheels-rims-4x-98-124-spyder-spider_W0QQitemZ280193190016QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item280193190016

Lucky Bum :rambo: They're still coding the game and admit theres still areas of work before its done. Never did like that effect either of how the tires seem to roll on glass as opposed to tarmac, since GT4 in my experience anyway. Saw #3 only once but never played it to catch these things. In GT2 there doesn't seem to be that problem as the tarmac was pixalated and you could feel the road more better IMO. The tires not deflecting is a good point too. The suspension in 4 might live up to you liking though. ~Z~

Ford went Bankrupt??? I heard they were falling into 3rd place but dang !

TOO Late ! I already signed up and jus made up a Mustang I don't even own using the same screen name for here before I read this post, and got sent to the Black Mustang Club too!!! I think my car color had something to do with it :tapemouth Must say it's pretty sad when stuff like this happens. No wonder they're sales are still STUKA DIVE BOMBING. ~Z~

DANGGGG :eek: Hopefully the will ad those modles, on part of the site theres a list of cars they have thats updated showning what cars have been completed and added to the game even marking which ones are new. Click on where it says cars then use full screen or (F11) on your computer to see the whole list. List & Home Page ~ http://www.gran-turismo.com/gt5p/index_en.html? Heres a YouTube press showing of your Ferrari taking on a Dodge Viper. The guy driving is giving some information on the game that sound interesting and he eventualy gets into 1st place! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hATm8RLgTK8&feature=related Oh yeah, you 16 cars can race at a time and thers online play aswell ! ! ! (This Time)))) He goes on talking about camera angles but I wonder is if they have the Dukes of Hazard style camera angle form GT2 where you can put the camera by either front wheel and watch it counter steer as your taking a drift, or a rear wheel and watch it turn and turn as the competition gets smaller and smaller Does anyone remember that? Also found a WIKI with the dude from the Top Gear car show giving his thoughts on GT4's "realism". http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gran_Turismo_4_-_Car_List Yeah, the real GT5 won't be out for (I'm speculating) another 3 months or so. Theres still time so save your allowance money :rambo: I had a Tuned Out '91 Gts-t Type M Skyline in GT2 that would drift for days on a stock diff and non tuned "Full Custamization" LSD. I then took the same car on GT4 and couldn't get it to drift for jack. I only just found out in the last month, after playing the game for 2-3 years, if you turn off the traction control system stuff you can peel out and drift with easy by breaking into turns and powering out just like you can on GT2 without messing with the TCS. I was sic of having a maxed out 1970 Charger not laying down rubber and even more upset when the Shelby GT350 I won did the same, so off went the TCS and the real fun began But like I said, you don't need to mess with the TCS in GT2 to drift but in GT4 if you don't your most likely screwed for "Bicycle Style" drifting. (Is there a real term for that kind of drifting technique? ) Get this, ya do know that HD-DVD's or now obsolet right? I was reading couple days ago that GT5, or a future version there of, will be on Blue Ray Disc. The creator of the series was saying that the amount of memory that makes up the game is so huge it won't fit on a DVD / CD no more. So it will be on Blue Ray because it holds 6 times more memory space than a standard DVD / CD disc. OK I'm turning on GT4 now,.... can't wait to get my Z back,... Ahhhhh...., Ohhhhh Yeah ~Z~

My goodness, man you aint lying! All the way down to the oil cap, that looks sic in the middle like that between the two intake tubes :rambo: This makes my GT4 look generic on the details after just discovering all the leaves on the ground trackside on Apricot Hill. Wonder if the convertibles will be top down this time unlike when you drive them in 4 when the tops are up and only down on the selection screen. Also wonder if they S30 inteririors look good and if they'll have a Z432R, U.S. spec S30 (240/260 and 280Z) and not just the 240ZG only as in previous games. Well, there is still time before GT5 comes out after the Prolouge, so maybe we should suggest it ~Z~

Heres more stunning film of the actual game! You can even play a demo of Gran Turismo 5 Prologue if you have a Playstation 3 ! (which I don't :hurt:) The inside car details are absolutely knock out :dead: http://www.granturismoworld.com/default.aspx?langid=2&infid=0 ~Z~

Whaat ? Are you sure Blake, I'm pretty positve theres was '97 '98 300ZX. Heres one of them http://specs.amayama.com/specs-nissan-fairlady-z-1998-october/23670/ with stats here on the car above http://english.auto.vl.ru/catalog/nissan/fairlady_z/1998_10/23671/ Scroll down here and see the GT2 car list with four '98 300zx's listed. The list is from IGN the most respected video game cheat code and faq website, theres two sections with 300ZX's so keep scrolling down till you see 'em in the 2nd batch of ZX's . http://psx.ign.com/articles/073/073087p1.html And heres other references still http://www.nissanforum.com/models/300zx/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fairlady_Z#The_Fourth_Generation_.28Z32.29:_300ZX_.281990.E2.80.931999.29 I tried to find more precise info but thats all I could get without going on the Japaness net. ~Z~

Thyanks for the correction but it is '90-'98. There was 2 extra model years in Japan, it was discountinued here in the U.S. in '96 but survived in Japan untill 1998, just ask Gran Turismo 2 :laugh: ! My fovorite car in that game was a '98 Sonic Silver Metallic Twin Turbo 300ZX Z32 T-top, outside of the '91 Gun Grey Metallic Skyline Gts-t Type M R32 rear wheel drive. ~Z~

I get what you saying Will for the most part but get lost, I'll reread your post but before I lose my train of thought.... Out the block (figure of speach), It seems like forged mechanicals would be the way to go is it not?, but would the block (engine) hold up and up to how much power with what kind of gaskets and head studs strong enough to handle it? EDIT ~~ OK Will, I reread it and get what your saying now. interesting concept on using the different turbos, is the Z33 ('90-'98) the same?

Sounds like you've got an idea Darbji in your head ~_^ Keep an eye out like HLS said cause even I can add new parts and spray paint, (Disclaimer, NO GURANTEE IT'LL RUN THOUGH) :tapemouth I agree, I just found a place called Nakatsu's Garage and like to pay him for the space to let me do the work for myself and have him (Nakatsu) show me how to change my valve stem seals, piston rings and what ever I might need. (White smoke a blowing). Already did the whole intake/exhaust gasket change on my own and found I'm addicted to the smell of grease, (Essence of RUBY). :cheeky: I don't care if it's the same price as having him do it himself as long as he can show me how. There is something about getting your hands dirty, greasy than starting her up and knowing it was you who did it Unless your trying to throw an engine in and race then make modifications latter then thats another story. If you've already done engine work before, your allowed that cause at least you already know what your doing for well desreved mechanic Props :rambo: Sounds like Drag Net ! ~Z~

OH YEAH! Well if you think thats bad then check this out ! ! !! Keep an eye on the subtittles (in english) ~Z~

Have to say I never seen that Goodyear Wingfoot either.

Yeah, tha ADVAN white letters is a nice touch too! ~Z~

I would try Zeddsaver. His name is Norm Murphy and specializes in Z Carb and trim restoration work. He does metal and plastic chrome which are what these are. Based in canada his Email adress is zeddsaver@hotmail.com Good luck ~Z~