BOSTON AREA drivers check in here ---->

[mike114]

It's about damn time to introduce ourselves... spring and summer are just around the corner and I would like to eventually get a GTG going... so drop a line and maybe even a picture of your brick. I have a White 1990 245 M47... no pics yet as it's making its way back from Europe. :-(
Let's see some Boston area bricks!!!

[Evan780]

I think there's about 10-20 active tbricker members...?

It's an old tradition that us Bostonian tbrickers promise to show up at meets and then cancel at the last second w/ various lame excuses.

[Citysurf740]

I am too lazy and too busy to finish my car but hopefully this summer.

[mike114]

C'mon guys... no excuses. Here's a pic of my 245... "The Doctor"... leaving Italy. She'll be in Boston in a month!!

http://www.magix-photos.com/mediapool05/C8/C0/F3/20/6D/B8/11/DB/84/58/C2/6D/18/22/50/63/oma/10/46C430D0DED311DBB707310718225063.jpg

[OnlyWagons]

I'd meet up. Set a date...it will give me a deadline for putting my two cars worth of pieces together.

1 white 245Ti (wrecked), 1 primer grey 245T
The wrecked one....

http://www.vituning.com/scott/volvo/Volvo7.jpg

[jrocheunh]

another member of the boston 245 crowd here

[mike114]

OnlyWagons, I see an awesome project car there!! Git 'er done!!!
Jrocheunh, always good to see a picture of your ride... keep em coming guys!

[Body Massage]

I think we should hit John Harvards in Framingham

Eh? Eh?

Grab some beer, check out bricks. It'd be fun!

[jrocheunh]

I think we should hit John Harvards in Framingham

Eh? Eh?

Grab some beer, check out bricks. It'd be fun!

agreed

[Greg Wong]

Sounds good to me.
Hey John, I saw you on Rte 9 in Brookline a while back. You were going East, just before you hit the reservoir, I was going West.

My car looks like a blue version of John's car. I've finally got Canistos on it.

<img src="http://users.norwoodlight.com/gwong/cars/Dsc02976s.jpg">

Greg

[mike114]

+1 for beer!! Greg I would love to check out the engine bay of your wagon...

[Greg Wong]

It pretty much still looks like this, but a little dirtier.

<img src="http://users.norwoodlight.com/gwong/cars/018_15aMOD.jpg">

[mike114]

That's the sweets. I saw your car on the converse website. They have an E300 with an LS1... that also looks like a nice ride...

[740Weapon]

It's an old tradition that us Bostonian tbrickers promise to show up at meets and then cancel at the last second w/ various lame excuses.

thats my objective.

[mike114]

Lane Stradler and I are both in Salem too.
You go to Salem State?

[745 TurboGreasel]

I loved driving in Boston, even though i was warned against it. Y'allknow when its your turn:)

[mike114]

I loved driving in Boston, even though i was warned against it. Y'allknow when its your turn:)

Yep, it's true. There are no large/principal streets to get you from one place to another.. that's usually accomplished by cutting through ten neighborhoods in zig-zag fashion, the "intersections" are all fcuked up, there are no stop signs when there should be, and the signs to get you from one place to another are confusing as all he!! when you can actually find them. It's a zoo out here, but if you ask me I wouldn't have it any other way. :lol:
I do feel sorry for out-of-towners though.

[OnlyWagons]

OnlyWagons, I see an awesome project car there!! Git 'er done!!!



Workin on it...I'd love to get together and pick some of your brains about my project...which is child's play compared to some of your cars. Nice V8 wagon there!

Framingham, beer, it all sounds good. When? I'll put a vote in for an early evening during the week, after work hours-like.

[mike114]

Workin on it...I'd love to get together and pick some of your brains about my project...which is child's play compared to some of your cars. Nice V8 wagon there!

Framingham, beer, it all sounds good. When? I'll put a vote in for an early evening during the week, after work hours-like.

I'd love to help you out with suggestions...
I spent a total of 6 years working in the Mercedes/BMW/VW industry. I can offer my insight if you like, but I can't take credit for that V8 wagon... that's Greg Wong's ;-)
My 245 is on a boat right now, it is however at stage 0 (a good thing), so I will go forward with wheels and suspension (Stage 1) as fast as I possibly can. I already scored a set of Tethys :)

I'm all up for beer btw, I'm good on Wednesdays or Fridays, although I'll be driving my 04 4Runner to the party (don't hate).

[Alex Buchka]

I live on the Cape, I'm down for this. I come back from San Diego on the 11th.

[gm3100]

I am in Warwick, RI.
Travel up 128 twice a month, you can count me in, I know its not Boston, but i like to drive. i used to live in Concord if that helps...!!?!

91, 780,

[Ryo240T]

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u50/ryo240t/240.jpg

My 84 244 in Peabody.

[acbarnett]

I too live in and around our fair city, come to my dyno meet next sat in ayer even if you don't want to dyno

[Greg Wong]

Shoot Ryo, that is nice! Have we ever met before? I know I haven't seen your car. Got any mods to it?

[jrocheunh]

Shoot Ryo, that is nice! Have we ever met before? I know I haven't seen your car. Got any mods to it?

Yeah thats too nice of a 244 to not have been seen before in the area.

So has anybody set a date for us to all possibly meet then back out of? Fri/Sat work better for me. I'd gladly have people to my place, maybe for a quick burger at Eagles.... but parking is non-existant for those who dont pay for a spot or happen to have an Al/bright sticker

[740Weapon]

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u50/ryo240t/240.jpg

My 84 244 in Peabody.

wow, people with volvos actually live near me all a sudden.

[Ryo240T]

I just finshed the paint in Salem, Ma and hooked up some nice virgo's,crossed drilled rotors, s/s brake lines, side skirts, and a SAM 3" back. I have a IPD turbo cam, powerstroke I/C, and a 60/63 ford T3 being added soon! Interior will be the resto ( black leather is in rough shape)

If you live in Peabody or around it you have seen but; I work in Ipswich and drive route 1 everyday.

This one was a mess when I bought it a few months ago ( lots of rust) but; I have a friend that owns a body shop and she came out great!

[OnlyWagons]

How about lunch in Ipswich next week? :-P

I too live in and around our fair city, come to my dyno meet next sat in ayer even if you don't want to dyno

Bummer. Can't make that...I'll be out of town.

[CTP_hookz]

bristol ct checkin in...
91 740 turbo sedan with a few goodies hehe





if anyone needs any fabwork you know the deal;-)

[Ryo240T]

No problem! I work everyday expect for wends. You tell me what day works for you? You can meet me at the dealership.

[Flyingbrick90]

I live out by Worcester MA, but if this is on a weekend, I'd probably be in. I'm in school, so it depends on what the old schedule is like, but this could be fun

[OnlyWagons]

No problem! I work everyday expect for wends. You tell me what day works for you? You can meet me at the dealership.

:) I was just joking around that we should have the Boston meet there, since we're meeting up anyway. I'll give you a call to set up a time. Looking forward to it.


Mike - seems like we may have a quorum - want to set a date?

[Blackbrick]

Another Bristolite
The Volvo mecca of CT.
I gots some stuff.. ;-)

[CTP_hookz]

bristol ct is where all the fast volvos live. you guys dont even know what i got brewing over here.

[Ryo240T]

Anyone need tires?? I have a brand new set (Kumho extasy's) that will fit virgo's perfect.... Two of them brand new never mounted and two of them have about 50 miles on them. let me know ...Boston area only .. I picked up a set of virgo's with brand new tires on them and have no need for them .PM me if any needs them ... Dont worry I wont charge retail and If I dont get rid of them I will have to listen to my wife ...not fun

[mike114]

Are we bringing wifes/girlfriends? (both..he-he...) Or will this strictly be a ballfest?
I say strictly gearheads this time around, but I'm not opposed to the second option if that's what people want to do. Let me know what you guys think...

[Ryo240T]

Since we all know each other.... When is the bean town volvo meet???? I did not see any dates ?? maybe I missed it:roll:

[OnlyWagons]

Or will this strictly be a ballfest?


:rofl:

I'd be comin' without m'lady. She prefers meets with fast driving through scenic places.

[Ryo240T]

my wife will be at home .... thats why I bought this car to get away from her fast

[mike114]

my wife will be at home .... thats why I bought this car to get away from her fast

Fair enough... gearheads only.
I don't think downtown Boston is a good idea. The parking situation sucks ass.
What about north of the city?? Malden/Medford/Salem/Peabody???

Is anyone under 21? (It's ok if you are, just speak up so we can pick a proper place)

[Ryo240T]

We could do something in the willows of salem or meet a sylvan street grill in danvers ( very close to 128/95) ..

[mike114]

Sylvan Street Grille in Danvers sounds pretty good... real easy to find.

So, when do you guys want to do this? For me, it either has to be really soon or much later because we have a baby on the way and it is due any day now.... once the baby's out I won't see daylight for a month for sure.

[OnlyWagons]

If it's during the week (Mon-Thurs), I can do Danvers any evening. My weekends are booked for the next two weeks (4/14 and 4/21)... It's ok though, if you all meet next weekend or the following one, I'll just catch the next meetup.

[Ryo240T]

Mike , You sound like me.. My baby was born in June. Its a blast!

Sundays work best for me. Anyone willing to step up and set a date?

Should we bring some spare parts for swapping?? I know that being on the east coast makes it hard to find many diff. things w/o paying tons of shipping.

FYI I have the name of a shop that is a IPD certified installer in the area.. Just incase anyone needs something installed or setup.. I use these guys for my wifes 850 and any gremlin I cant find in the 240.

[mike114]

My baby was born in June. Its a blast!

Congratulations dude!!! Sundays are great for me.
How about the other beantown bricksters?

SUNDAY APRIL 15th, 4:00pm at AT SYLVAN?????

[Ryo240T]

That will work for me! count me in ! Anyone else....???

[740Weapon]

im definately down for some sylvan street grill.

[Ryo240T]

I was just in Salem today. I ran over 5 tourist ... I cant stand them

[jrocheunh]

That will work for me! count me in ! Anyone else....???

I think I can do that too...

[mike114]

Kewl. So there's a few of us... not bad for a winter meet. The more the merrier though... do they serve Stella at Sylvan?

[acbarnett]

I was just in Salem today. I ran over 5 tourist ... I cant stand them

you mean brockton-by-the-sea?

I can't stand that place, marblehead, hamilton/wenham, ipswitch, and cape ann are all good, but salem/peabody/lynne make me retch, that and chelsea/revere all feels like a 3rd world country compared to the other coastal areas around boston

[740Weapon]

you mean brockton-by-the-sea?

I can't stand that place, marblehead, hamilton/wenham, ipswitch, and cape ann are all good, but salem/peabody/lynne make me retch, that and chelsea/revere all feels like a 3rd world country compared to the other coastal areas around boston

you are such an obnoxious poser yuppy ****.

[jrocheunh]

you mean brockton-by-the-sea?

I can't stand that place, marblehead, hamilton/wenham, ipswitch, and cape ann are all good, but salem/peabody/lynne make me retch, that and chelsea/revere all feels like a 3rd world country compared to the other coastal areas around boston

good then, you wont be coming?

any other places you hate... er... suggestions for meet locations?

[Ryo240T]

Lets do a cruise into Salem, Peabody and down the LYNNWAY.....whos coming?

[740Weapon]

Lets do a cruise into Salem, Peabody and down the LYNNWAY.....whos coming?

on sunday april 14th?

sure why not.

i hate the lynnway though.

i never come out the way i went in.

[mike114]

I know it's lame, but I was gonna show up to the meet with the 4runner. My 245 is on a boat right now... I just wanted to see some 240's up close... I can't take a cruise with the 4runner, it's just not the same. I could always be camera man if enough people show up.

[740Weapon]

I know it's lame, but I was gonna show up to the meet with the 4runner. My 245 is on a boat right now... I just wanted to see some 240's up close... I can't take a cruise with the 4runner, it's just not the same. I could always be camera man if enough people show up.

ill tote you around if ya want. seeing as were both in salem.

[Ryo240T]

I was kidding about the cruise down the Lynnway but; we should do something ... I need to test out the new cam :twisted: .. maybe we can drive to beerworks??

[jrocheunh]

somebody mentioned a shop in salem above i think...

can you PM me their information. I just changed my oil (sorta) but in doing so found out my transmission and passenger side motor mounts are toast. I dont have a place to change them (and haven't done it before) so I need to find a shop or something that can

[mike114]

ill tote you around if ya want. seeing as were both in salem.

Thanks for the offer. But with my wife possibly giving birth any day now, I need to have wheels ready to go.... just in case. Beerworks sounds good too.... I was just there a couple of days ago. I swear the food got a million times better.

[Ryo240T]

Where do you live? I use a awesome shop in Rowley. I trust them and they do a great job. I used a shop in Salem once; and I was not happy ...(978) 948-7778 Precision Automotive..

[740Weapon]

somebody mentioned a shop in salem above i think...

can you PM me their information. I just changed my oil (sorta) but in doing so found out my transmission and passenger side motor mounts are toast. I dont have a place to change them (and haven't done it before) so I need to find a shop or something that can

what kind of car?

[jrocheunh]

Where do you live? I use a awesome shop in Rowley. I trust them and they do a great job. I used a shop in Salem once; and I was not happy ...(978) 948-7778 Precision Automotive..

Anyone with experience with the "Vo Vo Shop" in Allston/Brighton? Its walking distance from my house so that helps things.

[gm3100]

I am good for Sunday the 14th if that is the date.

from
rhode Island

[mike114]

Yep, that seems to be the date.
Either Sylvan Street Grille in Danvers, or another place nearby....

[740Weapon]

are we planning on eating there?

cuz that place is kind of hell for a large crowd

it might be fine at 4 but often you cant even get a parking spot.

and apparently there is a no-wimmins clause...

but what about volvo driving wimmins?

say black 850 turbo driving wimin of sweedish decent?

[mike114]

and apparently there is a no-wimmins clause...

No...no... that's not what I meant.:rofl: I meant gearheads only/bring "better halves".
Either way, if you guys want to turn it into a +1 thing that's fine... I just wanted it to be clear if it's either one way or the other.... so everyone knows what to expect.

[740Weapon]

No...no... that's not what I meant.:rofl: I meant gearheads only/bring "better halves".
Either way, if you guys want to turn it into a +1 thing that's fine... I just wanted it to be clear if it's either one way or the other.... so everyone knows what to expect.

the 850 driving girl is expecting a bunch of "male, virgin, acne covered, volvo driving, nerds... and two guys who have/are having kids"

she can tolerate the gear head thing just fine.

and its not my GF... i invited her and she was like "hells no"

[Fuller]

Isnt sunday the 15th? What day is it going to be? I might be able to make it if its sunday. But the 14th ( saturday ) Im bringing my little brother to a monster truck show in Durham Nh.

[arsenix]

I live down in Canton MA. I might be down with meeting some other Volvo types. Hopefully I can get my car off jack stands by then... after this cold ass winter it has seemed like it would never be driveable again. If it isn't running I might have to bring the GF since I'll need to use her car :) (she is a gearhead anyways though... but not really a Volvo gearhead)

Will there be any 740 drivers attending?


James

[740Weapon]

Isnt sunday the 15th? What day is it going to be? I might be able to make it if its sunday. But the 14th ( saturday ) Im bringing my little brother to a monster truck show in Durham Nh.

sunday the 15th....

[acbarnett]

good then, you wont be coming?

any other places you hate... er... suggestions for meet locations?

we had a VS meet in winchester a couple weeks ago and this creepy fat kid who smelled like mustard showed up and creeped the hell out of everyone, would have fit in with the TB crowd big time.

and my company is opening a garage in canton this month

and if you want a meet, come to KTR this saturday if the expensive cars don't scare you away

[740Weapon]

and if you want a meet, come to KTR this saturday if the expensive cars don't scare you away

no mine is bigger.

[acbarnett]

I'm a size 13 if you know what I mean

[Ryo240T]

I have to work on Saturday... Sunday works better for me..

[mike114]

Yep, SUNDAY.

[Fuller]

So sunday. Any final picks as to where? Also if I can make it, I wont be in a volvo :-(

[Ryo240T]

Sylvan Street Grille 12 Sylvan St
Peabody, MA 01960-1607 ... its the easiest place to find! Its less than 1/2 mile off 128.

[gm3100]

is it at 4pm?

[Body Massage]

Sunday FTL. I can't make Sundays. I hope you guys have a good time though.

[Ryo240T]

4pm should work ! Please lets get the details set in stone :

Sylvan Street Grille 12 Sylvan St
Peabody, MA 01960-1607

4PM Sunday April 15th

This is what has been discussed ...

[mike114]

...and so it is written.
To the guys who can't make it... spring and summer are just around the corner, I'd like to squeeze at least three more meet-ups before the leaves turn. You'll have plenty of chances to come to say what's up...
So, what's the head count so far?

[jrocheunh]

I'm in for sunday

[740Weapon]

im in.

heather, girl with a black 850 turbo is also in.

so are we eating at sylvan st or not?

[mike114]

I'll be having a beer or two, plus some finger food.
So that's 5 of us confirmed... who else?

Here's a link to the restaurant's website: http://www.sylvanstreetgrille.com

[Ryo240T]

Im in!

[Fuller]

Put me down as a maybe, as I cant even tell you whats going on today. nevermind sunday.

[OnlyWagons]

I'll be having a beer or two, plus some finger food.
So that's 5 of us confirmed... who else?

Can't make it Sunday, but I hope to meet up with a few of you eventually anyway. Have fun guys and gals!

[Ryo240T]

Its going to snow and I am still planning on coming . I have to admit I live less than a mile away..maybe it could become a drifting meet :)

[740Weapon]

Its going to snow and I am still planning on coming . I have to admit I live less than a mile away..maybe it could become a drifting meet :)

if by snow you mean rain....

[Ryo240T]

Who knows.... this is New England

[mike114]

I'll be drifting with the 4runner in RWD mode....

[Ryo240T]

I just noticed over 700 people have viewed this thread :omg:

I think I can speak for everyone when I say: Everyone is welcome to come .. Volvo or no Volvo it will be a great chance to meet up with the local owners and have a good time and of course talk shop.

Turbobricks has been a great help to me finding parts and researching mods. I feel that meeting with local people will only help keep the TB's going. I am going to be doing a few mods that I know I could have never even thought of doing with out the helps of several TB members ( some of them live in New England) . It is always good to have a few people to help with any mod's even better someone that lives close enough to come help :-D ... So please come down and have some fun!

[mike114]

Yup, this includes NH/ME/RI people too... you guys are still considered "local".

[Ryo240T]

I think we should do the next meet near the person that drove the longest distantance! That would be more than fair and give us no excuses for not coming to this one ( as long as they live in New England).

[740Weapon]

Turbobricks has been a great help to me finding parts

speaking of that.

if anyone has an extra draco lying around that they are willing to let go for cheap please bring to meet.

and since were right by my house. maybe we should take a trip so you guys can observe my rather large stash of parts and/or black 940 project car.

[Fuller]

Guys ill be there but ill be driving my dakota because the 242 isnt ready to go yet. Weapon, I dont have any extra dracos at the moment but i might be able to find you one. Or a whole set if I can get a new set of rims.

[Ryo240T]

I have a bunch of parts that I need to let loose... I will bring a list. Sorry no draco's

[Evan780]

Anybody interested in buying a set of Hydras or an M46? That would motivate me to go :-P

[Body Massage]

Hrm......hrmmmm..........


This should be on a Saturday.

[Ryo240T]

I just met up with ONLYWAGONS to swap some parts. What a nice guy...

I can see this meet turning into a SWAP meet ...That's all good in my book

[OnlyWagons]

It was great meeting you Ryan. You've done a lot of work to your car in so little time, it looks (and sounds) so nice!

Thanks for the parts, let me know about the seats...

[Fuller]

Evan how much for the hydras? And RYO240T send me a PM with the parts you have maybe I can pick some up on sunday.

[Ryo240T]

Pm'd

[CTP_hookz]

if we meet up ill have a set of hydras for sale

[Evan780]

I'd be willing to part with my hydras for $200. That seems to be the magic number for hydras in good condition.

I still need to see about borrowing a buddy's Chevy Suburban so I can haul this stuff. Obviously, it can't fit in the 780...

[mike114]

Pm'd

Pm me too. I might pick something up as well....

[Ryo240T]

I will bring a list with me. I live less than a mile away so; it will be easy to grab something..

CTP Hookz: Do you set up turbo's??? If so please PM me.

[Fuller]

I'd be willing to part with my hydras for $200. That seems to be the magic number for hydras in good condition.

I still need to see about borrowing a buddy's Chevy Suburban so I can haul this stuff. Obviously, it can't fit in the 780...

I fit a set of 4 dracos + tires in the back of the 242. :-P Its okay I dont have the kind of cash to spend on rims :-( I need to get her inspectable first.

[CTP_hookz]

I will bring a list with me. I live less than a mile away so; it will be easy to grab something..

CTP Hookz: Do you set up turbo's??? If so please PM me.

whats on your mind? i can set up anything you could imagine

[Ryo240T]

I sent you a PM...

Any one need a T cam?

[740Weapon]

Any one need a T cam?

haha

anyone need 2 T cams?

or maybe 3 T cams?

[Ryo240T]

I say we make a lamp out of them! weld 4 together and presto a great reading lamp. Whos in? It is more fun to drop them and watch them shatter

[Alex Buchka]

Hey guys, I can't make it on Sunday but I'm thinking of organizing a BBQ meet/get together at my house in two or three weeks. I'm in East Dennis on the Cape. Would anyone be interested in this? We could go for a cruise down old highway 6A if there was any interest.

[barrie88]

I gotta 1993 240, great shape but i want some wheels that look good. Not hub caps that are on there now. does any one know good wheels.

[Voom]

Alex im game for an on cape BBQ,cant make this event due to getting my project 244 rdy for the road.

[volvo940tuner]

so when is this bbq or get together? i just saw this thread for the first time. and evan, id be interested in those hydras you have for sale. do they come with tires? :-P

[Evan780]

I'd be interested in Voom's bbq two-three weeks down the road but as of right now my brick is pretty screwed & on jack stands for the weekend. Brake conversion gone wrong... It doesn't look like I'll be able to borrow a car to make it on sunday either, sorry folks.

lol, sorry volvo940tuner no tires on the hydras.

[Fuller]

Due to me getting home at 2 this morning, due to car related problems... i dont think ill be able to make it this afternoon. But im still gonna try like hell. Hopefully catch you guys in a few hours. Now im off to bed.

[Ryo240T]

Well, I was all ready to go to this afternoon and I just got a call... Need to run up to Lowell my mom is in the hospital and I need to get up there. Have a good time and drink a few beers for me! I will do my best to make the next one.. ( I cleaned my car and everything)

[740Weapon]

hope everything turns out ok with ur mums.

[OnlyWagons]

Yeah Ryan, hope your Mom's OK.

Put me on the list for the Cape BBQ+cruise, Alex.

[Ryo240T]

Well, I am back in Peabody and ready to roll! 4pm I will be there!!! Everyone should park on the right hand side of the place ( plenty of parking and no other cars).... My mom is ok but; she kicked us out.

[Alex Buchka]

I posted up a new thread about the Cape Cod get together HERE (http://forums.turbobricks.com/showthread.php?p=1173046#post1173046). Come one, come all, come on my face. :-P

[jrocheunh]

im classic boston volvo meet form I gotta back out.

Just got tickets to see Son Volt tonight and really want to take the opportunity to see them.

[740Weapon]

im classic boston volvo meet form I gotta back out.

Just got tickets to see Son Volt tonight and really want to take the opportunity to see them.

classic.

heather backed out too

but im still going

so it appears the final head count is: Me, the itallian, and the guy that paid someone to put a cam in his 240 for some reason.

[Ryo240T]

I am going to call you next time:) ..shimming the cam is not my idea of fun. The good news is my car doesnt sound like a sewing machine anymore.

[740Weapon]

I am going to call you next time:) ..shimming the cam is not my idea of fun. The good news is my car doesnt sound like a sewing machine anymore.

yeah, we gotta take a buzz to my house after dinner.

[mike114]

I'm still going to come. So just 3 of us?

[Ryo240T]

Well, Weapon, Mike114, and I were the only ones to show up! So we took a few pics and I want to say best of luck to Mike114 ( he had to leave since his wife was in labor).. We are all wondering how a guy who's wife is in labor can make it to a T Bricks meet and you didn't? I think Dana says it best in the photo:
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[mike114]

Those pics are fcuking awesome!!!!
Anyways.... I HAD A 7.7lb BABY GIRL!!!!!!!!!
Will not be checking the TB boards for at least a few days... it was good to drink a beer with you gentlemen... let's do it again soon!!!

[Ryo240T]

Cograts! ... We will have to do it again soon! Hopefully the Boston TB's will too.

[Ursan]

Kinda reminds me of the Central mass meet I did years ago. 15 confirms, 3 people showed.. :(

[Ryo240T]

We need to do this again.. I think Weapon should roll out in the new whip.... I cant wait to see it in action.

[740Weapon]

We need to do this again.. I think Weapon should roll out in the new whip.... I cant wait to see it in action.

all ships are sunk.

reduced to driving saab.

all local parts stores can suck my junk.

[Ryo240T]

what happened?

[740Weapon]

what happened?

1 stuck caliper piston and 1 dead in tank pump.

[Ryo240T]

WoW! Who would have thought a volvo would ever had a stuck caliper? :lol: I had two of those and a broken front spring when I got mine... I have come to face the fact no matter what you pay for a used car; we always find something down the road.

[Ryo240T]

Anyone what to try to meet up again? I have spoken with a few area memebers that want to do this again. What works for everyone?


Summer is coming and it would be nice to get the Boston area members together.

[OnlyWagons]

Anyone what to try to meet up again? I have spoken with a few area memebers that want to do this again. What works for everyone?


Summer is coming and it would be nice to get the Boston area members together.


Bump to suggest a weekday meet that noone will want to do... :-P

[VolvoGirl92]

Anyone what to try to meet up again? I have spoken with a few area memebers that want to do this again. What works for everyone?


Summer is coming and it would be nice to get the Boston area members together.

I'm up for it! (Can't make Alex's.)

Btw, I'm heading up to Devens on Sunday the 13th with my father to watch the autocross. (We want to see one before we run our Volvos.) If anybody wants to come and then get a beer and some food after, hit me up a PM. Maybe we can make it a mini-meet.

[Ryo240T]

That sounds good to me! Where's the Autocross??

[Evan780]

Autocross in Massachusetts...?

[VolvoGirl92]

http://www.ner.org/schedule.htm

It's at Devens, I believe at the Moore Army Airfield, but don't quote me on the airfield. The schedule doesn't give too much info, lol.

I know this is a real newb question, but what's with the surprise of a MA autocross? Is this one fairly new or something?

[buu142]

Id like for there to be another meet, maybe get more people to come. Hopefully by the next one the Pegasus' will be on!

[Ursan]

Count me in. I'm re-bitten.


Anyone what to try to meet up again? I have spoken with a few area memebers that want to do this again. What works for everyone?


Summer is coming and it would be nice to get the Boston area members together.

[Ryo240T]

My weekends are full till after the 4th of July !!! Getting old sucks

[tranjo]

Hello all, new to this forum, I live in central Ma. I'd be down with meeting up with you all..
Also for what its worth, if anyone is in need, or looking for general automotive help etc, I work out of my home on the side etc.
I have pretty well equip. garages/tools etc/ I welcome all that are either looking for a place to do some work/repairs and or mods etc, I can help, or do it for ya etc..
I have hosted some previous install days back in my Audi/Vw days, as well as some subaru get togethers etc.
I dont want it to seem like I am hijacking thie thread etc, just want people to know that all are welcome...

[Ryo240T]

We need to do a meet ! My weekends are booked till after the 4th.... Maybe a Friday night under the lights somewhere?? Any suggestion's ? We met in Danvers last time.

[OnlyWagons]

We need to do a meet ! My weekends are booked till after the 4th.... Maybe a Friday night under the lights somewhere?? Any suggestion's ? We met in Danvers last time.


How about the Woburn area? Selfishly, I work there, but it's also at the intersection of 95/93, so it may actually be convenient. There's a Lowe's at Commerce Way where we could meet up and an On The Border next door for post-meet burritos and Dos Equis.

Friday May 25th at 6:30-7:00?

[Ryo240T]

That sounds good to me! I am in! as long as I dont have any plans with the family. That is a long weekend.

[OnlyWagons]

That sounds good to me! I am in! as long as I dont have any plans with the family. That is a long weekend.

Oh yeah, good point.

Why not make it May 18th then (next Friday) to avoid the holiday?

[buu142]

I typically work from 7-5 all week and saturdays, but I'm always able to take a Sat off. So if anything weekends are best times for me to make a meet. Also I posted a meet thats going to be in Litchfield NH in July, would be awesome if some of you guys could make it up there.

[mike114]

I'd be down with anything later in the week or on the weekend as long as it's not 2 2 far. May 18th is no good for me though because I have final exams until the 22nd.

[Ryo240T]

I am down for whatever! Some one set up a place to meet! I hope Dana will bring the new car ( I was in it last night ...Holy Crap ..STUPID FAST compared to my 240).. Maybe we should do a track night up in Epping???

[OnlyWagons]

Anyone else want to meet up this Friday night (5/18) at Lowe's in Woburn?

If not , let's push it to June 1st, and upgrade to Epping. It's $20 to race, open from 5-10PM (racing happens from 6-10PM, registration ends at 9PM).

http://www.newenglanddragway.com/html/home.php?dest=fsn

Never done this before, but it would be great to see some old bricks out there.

[mike114]

I can't make Epping in June.... if it turns out it happens in July, I am 100% there.

[buu142]

Hopefully I get my spacers from Dale before June 1st and Ill try to make an appearance.

[Ryo240T]

I can try to make it on friday!

[gm3100]

I am up that way this friday, maybe 7ish, what time are you planning?

[OnlyWagons]

I am up that way this friday, maybe 7ish, what time are you planning?

Whoa, three maybe confirmed for tomorrow night in Woburn? Hells yeah!

I was thinking a little earlier, like 6:30, but 7:00 could work. Meet here:

http://maps.google.com/maps?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGLJ,GGLJ:2006-31,GGLJ:en&um=1&q=lowe%27s&near=Woburn,+MA&fb=1&cid=0,0,13557199756669862063&sa=X&oi=local_result&resnum=1&ct=image

Let's confirm tomorrow.

Ryan - you get your turbo woes solved?

[Ryo240T]

I just bought a brand spankin new one! :) whos the sick F*** now lol .. I will do my best to make it by 6:30 I get out of work at 6.

[gm3100]

didn't it rain last time?
i am needing to use my truck to transport to Dracut instead, I'll keep watching for the next. I am coming from Providence are.

[OnlyWagons]

didn't it rain last time?
i am needing to use my truck to transport to Dracut instead, I'll keep watching for the next.

lol it DID rain.

Ryan - Looks like it's just you and me. You wanna push out to another time (maybe the June night at Epping)? I can meet up with you any time in Danvers to hear your new setup scream!

[lane stradler]

damn.... i wish some one told me about these brick meets. here i am finding this $h!t out a month too late!!
..... if i showed up with mine, y'alls' would look even better than normal just by parking next to me.
mike- didnt realize you had a kid!!! confuk'ngrats man!!
7-weapon- i dont know how far from stock you are.... but i saw a nice red 700 series wagon at a-z jy in rowley ma (on rt 1a) about a week ago.
and, if any1 cares, they also had a grey 245 and a grey 244, both post`86.

[lane stradler]

and does any1 know who owns the mint `85 ish black 245 with 4 quad lights and silver door edge trim??? i kinda liked the look of that! i spied it at the home depot near liberty tree mall. defin8ly a volvo enthusiast, 4sure.

[mike114]

mike- didnt realize you had a kid!!! confuk'ngrats man!!


Thanks man.. You gotta come out next time we meet. I wanna see that '90 245.

[Ryo240T]

We need to set this up! What days are they running Wends. and fri. nights ?

I am down for a wends. night...

[740Weapon]

We need to set this up! What days are they running Wends. and fri. nights ?

I am down for a wends. night...

wed and fri are street nights.

I am down for june first.

or any wendsday for that matter.

i just harbor freighted the torque wrench i need to do the cam swap.

must... install... cam...

[bad news]

wed and fri are street nights.

I am down for june first.

or any wendsday for that matter.

i just harbor freighted the torque wrench i need to do the cam swap.

must... install... cam...

I think me and a friend are going to be up running bikes on june first.

[lane stradler]

740weapon- is it a specific torque wrench??? i've got one (the expensive one you get at home depot) if you need to use one? and i'd be pretty interested in see'n a cam swap if you dont mind some one watching/helping.

[lane stradler]

and.... who is driving the silver 245 (post 86, pre 91; i think) with a sunroof in boston???

[buu142]

We still meeting up on June 1st?

[gm3100]

is there an attempt to meet on the 1st. I am up that way this Friday.

[OnlyWagons]

is there an attempt to meet on the 1st. I am up that way this Friday.

There was some interest in setting up a drag night in Epping, NH this Friday. Sorry, I've been out of the loop here, who can make it?

[buu142]

I can make it, I'll let my boss know tomorrow that I'll need to get out of work a little early on friday so I can make it up there at a reasonable time.

[jrocheunh]

I'd love to head to epping on friday but I need to be on the road to CT that night for a sat morning CT emissions test.

Hopefully I can make it to something soon

[buu142]

I'd love to head to epping on friday but I need to be on the road to CT that night for a sat morning CT emissions test.

Hopefully I can make it to something soon

Just wake up extra early saturday or pull and all nighter then go to CT. :D

[Ryo240T]

I would love to but; money is tight and I still do not have a safety switch. I just drove by new england dragway on monday.

[OnlyWagons]

I would love to but; money is tight and I still do not have a safety switch. I just drove by new england dragway on monday.

You need a safety switch to run? I still don't have my APC kit installed, and would like to wait for that to try and make a decent run, but I'd come to watch if we have a quorum.

[740Weapon]

i am probably going drag racing friday whether anyone else does or not.

engine mods:

IPD turbocam
TME ehxaust
~15 psi
brown tops
modified airbox
msd coil

better be fast... or i will have to spend more money.

[Ryo240T]

Ok im in ! I need to see the weapon go slow :-P since I know mine is ...


If anyone wants to meet up to cruise up there let me know. I get out of work at and can meet somewhere on 95.

In other news my car is running very good with no O2 sensor. It pulls like it should more of a V6 feel than a turbo 4 banger..

[OnlyWagons]

From the website it seems like you only need long pants, a shirtand $20 if you're planning on running 14.00 or slower. Can anyone confirm this? I'll limp down the strip, I ain't proud. :-P

[740Weapon]

From the website it seems like you only need long pants, a shirtand $20 if you're planning on running 14.00 or slower. Can anyone confirm this? I'll limp down the strip, I ain't proud. :-P

you need start in gear protection

and lug nuts must be visible.

is pretty much it.

[OnlyWagons]

you need start in gear protection



Is that just having to push the clutch in to start? Well, I don't have it anyway..

Weapon - where are you reading this from? Do you have a copy of the IHRA rules? Just curious if I need to drop the $10 to find information that is on their website somewhere.

[740Weapon]

Is that just having to push the clutch in to start? Well, I don't have it anyway..

Weapon - where are you reading this from? Do you have a copy of the IHRA rules? Just curious if I need to drop the $10 to find information that is on their website somewhere.

its on the NED website.

i know because i drag race a few times a year. and thats what they always check.

technically you also need your battery tied down and an overflow tank for the coolant.

[OnlyWagons]

its on the NED website.

i know because i drag race a few times a year. and thats what they always check.

technically you also need your battery tied down and an overflow tank for the coolant.

Found it, thanks! Seems like that switch only applies to automatics (maybe that should have been obvious? I'm such a noob)

Ryan - when are you planning on heading up? Might be able to meet up on 95...

[Ryo240T]

I get out of work at 5 and it takes me about 15 mins. to get to 95 in Topsfield. Name a place to meet and I will be there. I will bring a camera and make it a real Boston meet. Maybe more than three of us will show up????



My buddy at work is bringing his Honda Accord aka Acura TL .. I would love to see him get smoked by and I qoute " old POS Volvo" ..He said he ran 13.1 last year but; no slip to prove it. I think he is full of you know what...

[Fuller]

If it doesnt rain I will finally get to meet all of you guys, but the forecast wasnt looking so hot last time i heard.

[OnlyWagons]

I get out of work at 5 and it takes me about 15 mins. to get to 95 in Topsfield. Name a place to meet and I will be there. I will bring a camera and make it a real Boston meet. Maybe more than three of us will show up????



My buddy at work is bringing his Honda Accord aka Acura TL .. I would love to see him get smoked by and I qoute " old POS Volvo" ..He said he ran 13.1 last year but; no slip to prove it. I think he is full of you know what...

Well, unfortunately it won't be my "POS" to show him up. Not sure exactly what time I'll be leaving Woburn, but if it's going to be close to 4:45 or so, I'll give you a call and we can meet up in Topsfield at 5:15.

[Ryo240T]

The weather looks like it may or may not rain...Chance of rain is 40% . The less cars at the track the better.

[740Weapon]

The weather looks like it may or may not rain...Chance of rain is 40% . The less cars at the track the better.

im going to play it by ear.

the exact forcast is:

A few showers in the morning with scattered thunderstorms arriving in the afternoon. A few storms may be severe. High 84F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

and im nearly 100% sure that if i show up, pay $20 and it rains in 10 minutes its 100% my loss.

so we will see i suppose...

also: my IPD cam is over powering my 13c/ MBC combination. boost falls off with rpm while power increases with rpm... its kind of weird to watch.

[buu142]

What time you all thinkin about meeting there?

[Ryo240T]

I will be at the track around 6. I am sure we can find each other..look for the only Volvo's in the lot. If any one wants to meet up ? PM me and give you my number to set something up. It would be nice to see a bunch of Volvo's handing out whip a$$

Dana what are you predicting for the 1/4 mile??

[Ryo240T]

Lets meet up at New Hampshire state Liquor store on 95N. It is right before the the 101 turn off. YOU CANNOT MISS IT. I will try to get there between 5:30 -6:00 pm depending of traffic.

[buu142]

Well i should be getting out of work at 3:30 as I said on the phone, get to my house around 4:15 or so, change and get on the road.

[lane stradler]

is there a min. time requirement (aka no push'n the car down the track)? only $20 and i can finally finish off the last gaskets on my car???

[buu142]

i dont think there is one haha. get ur car ready and come up! :D

[740Weapon]

im just going from lowell to epping if im racing.

meet you all at the strip.

i predict a 14.6 the most rare of all volvo quarter mile times.

[lane stradler]

very tempting..... i just wish my tranny (m47) shifted better. i think it needs some plastic piece... that you need to lower the tranny to replace. basically, it means bad shifting into 1st and second. ya know, the 2 you need the most! i cant be bothered to change it cuz i'm supposed to be getting my a$$ into the next 245 (an automatic, unfortunately).

[Ryo240T]

Dont be kitty cat...meow . If they let me run ...I will run NO IC and 10PSI..... We need to prove that NE is not of punana's ...

Lane, if you run for better or worse the bricks will not laugh. Ask Weapon if my car is fast. He will tell you its still a work in progress. I am so far awy from a 13 second run.

For the record my clutch was dragging from 2-3 today but who cares its all about learning and making the bricks go faster


Lets take a bunch of pics and a have beers! :cheers: :cheers:

[OnlyWagons]

I'll try to make it to the liquor store by 6.

I've never done this before, so I'll have some ugly driving skill to match my paint job at the track tomorrow. :)

No RAIN!!

[Alex Buchka]

I really wish i could make it. Unfortunately 84 bundles of cedar shingles don't nail themselves to the exterior of the house on their own.. :grrr:

[740Weapon]

I really wish i could make it. Unfortunately 84 bundles of cedar shingles don't nail themselves to the exterior of the house on their own.. :grrr:

make carl do it.

[Ryo240T]

Lets make this the best turn out ever! THE END of the south's claim the most HP, The west coast's claim of the most members yet the EAST is where its at! Lets show up and be a part of the of it. IT is the Turbobricks family. That is what we are, we watch it, we type it, we are this page... if it disappeared where would we be? ....A bunch of guys with our slow ass cars. We have nothing to prove but our number.


Come out, show up and have fun! the end

P.S. beeers

[buu142]

Yes the more the better, we will more than likely turn heads wether the cars have some quick runs or not, and it should be a hell of alot of fun.

I'm curious how my car will fair tomorrow night, 14psi no cat. . .nothing major, but quicker than stock haha.

and yes . . . .NO RAIN PREEEZ!!!

[Alex Buchka]

make Karl do it.

He is helping me, it's still slow work.

[Ryo240T]

DOOOOOOO ITTTTTT


Lets show the west, south, deep south, and we cant leave out Canada that we are here!


BTW where is Mike114? Make the baby bench race your car lol

[buu142]

He is helping me, it's still slow work.

too bad we are in new england, i'm sure if u were still in CA i'm sure you two could drive to the border or to a Home Depot and pick up some illegals to finish your roof. haha

[Alex Buchka]

too bad we are in new england, i'm sure if u were still in CA i'm sure you two could drive to the border or to a Home Depot and pick up some illegals to finish your roof. haha

Forget that, those guys want $8 an hour and free lunch. I work cheaper than they do. :-P

[lane stradler]

the border???..... just go to south bay home depot!!
http://news.bostonherald.com/immigration/view.bg?articleid=139301

in other news..... i tried timing my self on morrissey blvd last nite just for schlitz and giggles. i did 20sec for .3miles. maybe i could pull a 17sec 1/4mile. i wish i had the time to lighten my brick up a bit. that 3rd row seat is weighing me down!!

[lane stradler]

...... IT is the Turbobricks family. That is what we are, we watch it, we type it, we are this page... if it disappeared where would we be? ....A bunch of guys with our slow ass cars. We have nothing to prove but our number.....
this "family", is it anything like the sopranos? is there no leaving the family after you kill your first 1/4mile???

[OnlyWagons]

the border???..... just go to south bay home depot!!
http://news.bostonherald.com/immigration/view.bg?articleid=139301



Ha, you beat me to it! I live down there too and it's so eeeeeasy to find cheap labor when you need it. Of course, you'll end up re-doing whatever work you pay them for, but that's the fun of it, right?

Just seafomed, changed the oil and am running the highest octane gas I could find in Dorchester. The car drives like it's 1983, baby!

[Ryo240T]

Seafoam works the nuts! I did it a couple of weeks ago and smoked out the entire city of Peabody. My wife thought my car was on fire...

[Ryo240T]

Who is showing up?

Weapon
OnlyWagons
Lane
Ryo240T

and....

[lane stradler]

..... running the highest octane gas I could find in Dorchester. The car drives like it's 1983, baby!
LOL
i only know where the cheapest gas in dorchester is (dod ave near king st).
on another thread like topic.... i saw [lowest octane] gas for $2.95, on rt1 northbound by the rt99 merge, yesterday.

[lane stradler]

what time would be the latest you could show up and still participate?? how late does the event run till at night???

[OnlyWagons]

LOL
i only know where the cheapest gas in dorchester is (dod ave near king st).
on another thread like topic.... i saw [lowest octane] gas for $2.95, on rt1 northbound by the rt99 merge, yesterday.

Wow, that's cheaper than the "economy" grade sludge sold near my house (and that's 86 octane... :barf:)

Does anyone know the rain rules? How much water will close the track?

[OnlyWagons]

what time would be the latest you could show up and still participate?? how late does the event run till at night???

The website says the session ends at 10:00. Registration opens at 5:00 and the first run is at 6:00. So, maybe figure on an hour delay from the time you register?

RYO - Way to rally the troops!

[lane stradler]

thanks for the info `wagons.... i'll try my damndest to get there before 8. i guess this would be the perfect place/event to sport my 245 t-shirt.

[lane stradler]

LOL. my car doesnt meet qualifications. i need a good inspection sticker..... damn mass emissions test!!! guess i'll have to wait till i get the new wagon on the road. damn.... i was really getting psyked. *sigh*
take/post pics for me!!

[740Weapon]

i need a good inspection sticker..... damn

i dont think thats true...

people trailer **** up there all the time.

[lane stradler]

Following are some basic rules, which must be adhered to. Additional information regarding safety requirement is contained in the Racer Handbook, as well as the current IHRA Rule Book.

Cars & Trucks:

* On Friday Street Night events slick tires are permitted.
* No bald tires allowed
* Open exhaust is not allowed
* Co-driver’s are allowed in all vehicles running 14.00 seconds or slower
* Seat belts are required
* Overflow can for radiator required
* Battery hold down bracket required
* .500 Full Tree using manual start
* Vehicles must comply with safety and equipment requirements as outlined by the current IHRA Rule Book
* Vehicles must be street legal and able to pass state safety inspection
* Nitrous oxide is permitted and must be installed according to the provisions outlined in the current IHRA Rule Book
* Valid state driver’s license required. Learner’s permits are not acceptable
* Helmets (Snell 95 or newer) are required for all vehicles running 13.99 or quicker
* Drivers and co-drivers are required to wear long pants, a shirt, socks, and shoes



i repeat: * Vehicles must be street legal and able to pass state safety inspection.
unfortunately, my rejection sticker is not even up to date.
got pulled over in amesbury just the other night for it..... dang.
besides, my responsibilities for today are growing in numbers/time necessary. and i'd have to come up with a battery bracket. double dang!
did i mention most of my tires are mostly bald? triple dang!!!
oh, and i got a thing against pants..... they chafe.

[Ryo240T]

Everyone needs to just show up and have fun. Its like the Hokey Pokey.. thats what is all about.

My car is a 240R with the old school Rejection sticker. I think Volvo started making the R line up to match all the 240's with the rejection stickers. We started a trend. Wooo whooo

[Ryo240T]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlTvSUCCqPo funny

[lane stradler]

My car is a 240R with the old school Rejection sticker. I think Volvo started making the R line up to match all the 240's with the rejection stickers. We started a trend. Wooo whooo
thats comedy!!!!!
i'll see what i can do...... they dont test your shocks, right??? cuz those are gone on my car as well (damn new england frost heaves).
any suggestions on a battery tie down??

[Ryo240T]

where is your battery located? If its in the tray... use a couple washers and a nut/bolt combo.

[740Weapon]

any suggestions on a battery tie down??

bungee cords.

i once used a shoe lace sucessfully

[740Weapon]

outside FEELS like thunderstorms of death.

and weather dot com says that there are severe thunderstorms moving through epping essentially as we speak. and that more severe storms are developing next door to epping in exeter

pro: if we go and it doesnt rain we get the place to ourselves

con: if it rains we all get screwed out of cash.

if the track gets soaked it might not even open.

hrmmm...

i dont know what to do at all...

this video shows that epping will prob get owned repeatedly throughout the night

http://www.weather.com/outlook/homeandgarden/home/map/03042?name=index_large_animated&day=1&from=36hr_svrWarn_home

[OnlyWagons]

That's a pretty ugly radar shot.

I'm planning on going up regardless, but that's because I'm continuing on to VT tonight. So, if anyone shows, I'll see you there.

[gm3100]

I will be in the area until around 8pm. I will not be near interent, I pm'ed my number to 740weapon. If you guys meet can you give me a call I will be near Rockingham mall, I have left extra time and don't have a time I need to be home by. I want to try to make it.

[740Weapon]

im out.

**** this rain ****.

this coming week im booked.

but the week after maybe?

[Ryo240T]

Im still going ! If anyone wants to meet up with me give the cell a ring...978-500-7787.. I will be at the State LQ by 5:30 ...see you there and bring a rain coat just incase.

[740Weapon]

so what happened?

anything?

i went home and checked grounds on my car, got offered a second job (old job back i guess), found out my crank pully was failing, and cut my nails.... so i guess the day wasnt wasted.

[Ryo240T]

Check out the the photos and video at the strip. In the events section New dragway

[lane stradler]

you guys rock! i wish i had mo' time lastnite. wouldve been nice even to just watch.

[Ryo240T]

Well as always no one cares about the Right coast. I am so tired of all the BS..

We need to rock the boat this summer! I plan on adding my IC and a 50 wet shot!!! Who's the sick F&@) now! what are you going to do ??? We need to set up a track day for the end of the summer. I ran a 16.370 and I know I could do better with less Humidty. Whats you plans?

FTR my buddy with the Acura ran 3 times all of them in the 15.5 range.. whos talking the smack now... my car was made 23 years ago..lol

[buu142]

Yes we need to go on a cooler day with no humidity (if thats possible lol) and I'll bring some ice , I got a feeling I can get a better time.

[Ryo240T]

Does anyone want to set a date for NE Dragway again? we can even set up a rain date??

This will help motivate me to get the IC in. I cant wait to see how much time it will or wont shave.

[OnlyWagons]

I won't be trying again until I get my boost/vacuum leak and fuel issues resolved. Having to back off the throttle to even get a response mid-run was a serious bummer.

[Ryo240T]

No worries! your wagon showed up and just that alone says alot.

Have you replaced your vacuum lines yet?

When you do get a MBC and bump it up a few. I know you are running at 4 psi with the IC.

[OnlyWagons]

No worries! your wagon showed up and just that alone says alot.

Have you replaced your vacuum lines yet?

When you do get a MBC and bump it up a few. I know you are running at 4 psi with the IC.

I haven't replaced them, no. And some are really old... I was happy enough that it was running after the engine/tranny swap (and after re-doing the timing about five times) that I haven't gotten around to the regular maintenance stuff.

I have a Saab APC kit I plan to install once it's running properly, then I'll crank it up to 12psi.

[bad news]

So did anyone even run a 15?

[Ryo240T]

Buu142 ran a 15.9 ..it was way too hot and humid.. My best run was 16.37

[bad news]

Buu142 ran a 15.9 ..it was way too hot and humid.. My best run was 16.37

Last few seasons me, Cullen, and Dana (740weapon) were all running 14.8-15.2 at moderate boost on almost entirely stock 7/9 series in the heat. You guys are doing something wrong.

[Ryo240T]

well show up and show me...challange!!! Bring it

btw i have a 240

[bad news]

I don't own a Volvo anymore, and you really don't want to run my Honda.


How stock is your car? K jet?

[Ryo240T]

well, its a work in progress. I will have the PSIC , efan, and B23 intake by the next track date... My clutch is starting to slip so I will have to replace that as well.

I am projecting a high 14 run @ 12-14 psi


Volvo or no Volvo just show up .. one of my friend ran his acura last time and it was fun. He is adding a 50 shot wet NOS kit so the Volvo's wont beat him :) ... its a great day when a 30,000 dollar car is afraid of a POS Volvo

[bad news]

I'm running this Friday with some friends. Two guys I know have a grudge match going, FZ1 vs ZZR 1200. I'm showing up to go slower then them and hopefully faster then my buddy's 1100E haha.

I live 10 minutes up the road from NED.

Before I suggest anything stupid, how were your 60 foot times? Forget the intercooler and fan, deal with the clutch.

[OnlyWagons]

Last few seasons me, Cullen, and Dana (740weapon) were all running 14.8-15.2 at moderate boost on almost entirely stock 7/9 series in the heat. You guys are doing something wrong.

For the best launch, you're supposed to start in second gear, right? :-P