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Tuner or Muscle?

anditwasfun

Active member
I've been into tuner cars for years. Last project was a 94 Nissan Skyline GTS-T (ECR33). Was running a GT3076R, top feed rail with 1000cc injectors, E85, custom intercooler/exhaust setup, MAP ECU, and about $10k more between the rest of the motor, suspension, aero, and wheels. Was making 480rwhp when I sold her.

Current project is a 95 240SX (S14) with an S15 front end conversion, SR swap, full suspension setup, wheels, etc...

I've had friends into muscle cars and they definitely can be quite awesome, but tuner has always had a little more appeal to me. Pics attached of Skyline (gunmetal) and 240 (blue).

Pretty sweet cars man...I've gotten a few trade offers for Skylines but i don't wanna deal with the risk associated with one. Take the s15 front off that s14 :( s15 fronts belong on s15's!
 

lc00p4

STORM-TROOPA
Veteran
TUNERS! Muscle and Euro don't do it for me.

Did someone mention Galant VR-4's? One of the ultimate sleepers? Look up sleeper on wiki and it even comes up...

I have a '91 (xxxx/2000) stroked to 2.3L with a MHI Evo III 16G. Completely built long block. Hoping to put down 300-350awhp. Got the new motor running in the fall and need to fine tune it, so it will be ready to drive come spring.

This is what it looked like when I got it home. Bone stock everywhere. The grille and corner markers have been changed. Headlights are undergoing a custom job. Fogs have been customized. Turn signals added.

Still needs lots of work. Yikes... Would love to meet some of you guys someday and cruise. Maybe even with Rez and his GT-R.
 

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Dr. Fleye

New member
Volksrods rule!

Volksrods rule!

What can I say? All these kick ass cars you all have. Must be nice to afford the gas. Me? I gots this little vw bug. It goes. Sometimes it goes fast, and when I can afford the gas it goes far. Right now it goes nowhere cause I blew up the engine. Guess I went too fast too far. These pictures are kinda old, maybe 4 years or so, but the care is some what the same looking.
 

Dr. Fleye

New member
What can I say? All these kick ass cars you all have. Must be nice to afford the gas. Me? I gots this little vw bug. It goes. Sometimes it goes fast, and when I can afford the gas it goes far. Right now it goes nowhere cause I blew up the engine. Guess I went too fast too far. These pictures are kinda old, maybe 4 years or so, but the care is some what the same looking.
https://www.icmag.com/ic/picture.php?albumid=43213&pictureid=1017020View Image https://www.icmag.com/ic/picture.php?albumid=43213&pictureid=1017022View Imagehttps://www.icmag.com/ic/picture.php?albumid=43213&pictureid=1017021View Image

A complete build history of my car can be found at
www.hubgarage/mygarage/fleye

Thanks for looking
 

s13sr20det

admit nothing, deny everything, and demand proof.
Veteran
anyone watching that import vs domesics show on speed channel? r u faster than a redneck...

the couple episodes ive seed have pitted hobbyists vs pros

its pretty lame. imports with minimal modifications beating built domestics, then have to face caged and built race cars

gtr showed whats up ;)
 

Rocky Mtn Squid

EL CID SQUID
Veteran
Drive

Drive

The latest from Chris Harris :

Audi S4 v Audi RS4. Does Supercharging Rule? - CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS .

Can REVO Technik make a raggedy old S4 match the gorgeous new RS4? Drag race to find out.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KfMY96v_Gc



A recent favorite from Chris Harris. Not only does this guy know a few things about fast car's, he can drive one too.

The Singer 911: All You Ever Wanted to Know - CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS .

To some people, mainly Porsche people, this is the most desirable car you could own. Its creators are a bunch of zany, brilliant Porsche-files who have invested their lives in re-imagining the classic Porsche 911 shape for the year 2013. We tour the factory, speak to the team and drive it on road and track.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJQ4hQSusjE


Here are two "hyper" supercar's that are way over the top in their amazing high tech engineering that is blended with old world artisan craftsmanship. BIG pricetags!!!!!! Bust out your best bud, smoke a bowl, and enjoy.

Pagani Huayra: Test Drive in Italy - Chris Harris On Cars .

Chris Harris flies to Italy to be one of the first journalists behind the wheel of the new Pagani Huayra. A 24 hour trip to Modena and a proper drive in the 730hp Huayra.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIcGHY_Al_I


Koenigsegg: Sweden's Hypercar - DRIVEN .

Hidden in the backwoods of Angelholm Sweden, Koenigsegg is designing and manufacturing some of the rarest and most exotic vehicles on the planet. Headed by inventor and entrepreneur Christian von Koenigsegg, the car manufacturer is also developing leading engine and fuel technologies aimed at improving fuel economy and power output in all types of vehicles. In this video, J.F. Musial tours the factory on a former Swedish Airbase while taking a ride in an Agera R on foggy runway.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qp_qxKWMsVw







Venom GT Runs 265.7 mph Now the Fastest Hypercar You Can Buy . Made in the USA.

On February 9, 2013 the Hennessey Venom GT ran 265.7 mph in 2 miles on a runway at Naval Air Station Lemoore, California. This makes the Venom GT the fastest production hypercar that you can buy. For the complete story, please check out the May, 2013 issue of TopGear magazine.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d9y2SFLl44&feature=youtu.be


RMS
 

theJointedOne

Active member
Veteran
tuner or muscle

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i like tuner but my heart is always gonna be with muscle....hard to beat a 66 gto or a 55 bel air or a 59 impala
 

TrippyDab420

New member
Ive always been a Chevy man but I recently sold my 02 SS Camaro to get a 2013 Subaru Wrx. I made the switch because of the gas prices & I wanted a ride that can take me snow boarding.
I used to always hate on "tuners" but I must say that my little 4 banger subie will outrun my 02 SS Camaro.
Here are some pics of my subie:joint:
 

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M.R.GT

Member
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68 hemi dart! That's American muscle at its best. JMO

make that a gt500 and you got something.

No replacement for displacement.
 
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BrnCow

Lots of restored old iron showing up around Texas...small towns are sporting them too...
 
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