Evo X upgrades - Page 13

**Kracka** · 02-15-2010

No he won't be.

**Kracka** · 02-15-2010

Its more of him just being a huge creep than anything else.

**scheides** · 02-15-2010

Ya maybe he's an insanely good driver or driving instructor? He sure has nit boxed well on my list of people I wanna hang out with, or more specifically le lt near my wife. LOL, he sure loves anna&janelle!

slowbubblecar · 02-16-2010

I had him as an instructor one day and he seemed fairly nice. I know it ins't my business, but it would be interesting to know what bugged you guys about him. I think he is big into auto-x as well. I met a few viper guys at the AUto-x event at the Amery (sp?) airport. I think he was running that one if I remember correctly.

Matt D. · 02-16-2010

I will also say that Tom Hazen isn't welcome around here. I also refuse to go to events he organizes (Wisconsin road tours, Amery airport speed run, Afton hill climb, MN Austin Healey gymkhana) and more or less tell the same thing to people I know.

The guy is a grade-A creep. You may as well not have any women around that you care about if he's around. He came on here for no reason other than to beg for volunteers to work at his event (the hill climb I believe) but would not let anyone actually participate in it. It was either full or he had the remaining spaces reserved for certain people. Apparently this site isn't good enough to ask its members to participate in the event, but he can ask everyone here to work at his event for free (lunch was provided...) at the last minute because he couldn't find anyone else to help him out.

To be honest, I though Tom was fine at first, maybe misunderstood at most. I met up with him and someone else for breakfast one morning before heading out to Cokato to race karts. All was well, was full of himself when behind the wheel but no big deal. Even had a couple beers with him and a couple other people afterward. Then he came to an EvoMN/MitsuStyle gathering at Midway one summer night, creeped hardcore on all the women, and later posted up his plea for help here and that was all she wrote.

For sure ask Anna, Janelle, Ali and Emily(ylime) what they think of him.

MustGoFaster · 02-16-2010

Yup, significantly creepy with the women. I certainly noticed it at the couple of events I had gone to prior to him meeting the style crew.

**LingLing** · 02-16-2010

I'll keep my girlfriend far far away from this guy. I'm assuming he'll be the guy with the binoculars and the mirror strapped to the toe of his shoe?

Matt D. · 02-16-2010

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Originally Posted by LingLing

I'll keep my girlfriend far far away from this guy. I'm assuming he'll be the guy with the binoculars and the mirror strapped to the toe of his shoe?

He's not the gawker type, he's the verbal type. Will talk to girls and not even attempt to hide the fact that he's a creeper. And the fact that he's about 50 years old just makes it all that much worse.

**LingLing** · 02-16-2010

lol my girlfriend would not hesitate to slap the shit out of him if he crossed the line. Maybe I should bring her along hahah

turbotalon1g · 02-16-2010

If u want this fool stabbed let me know. He won't be messing with my lady.

**mlomker** · 02-17-2010

What's small, blue, and sexay? The CBRD BB-X, of course!

All of the big parts have arrived, so it's just a matter of getting quotes on the install. I'd like to get the fuel system installed myself but realistically it won't happen...I'd need a place to work and a second car to run for whatever parts I didn't know I needed. Living in an apartment/condo blows.

**scheides** · 02-17-2010

Woowoo man, looks good! I have a few guys stacked up for parts installs at my place, but if you hand don't hesitate to ask. I only work for beer/liquor/food/fun so its pretty informal. Can we get an updated big parts-to-install list? You must have a fuking pile of boxes.

**mlomker** · 02-17-2010

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Originally Posted by scheides

I have a few guys stacked up for parts installs at my place, but if you hand don't hesitate to ask. Can we get an updated big parts-to-install list?

The one thing that I could use help with is the fuel system install. If anyone wanted to offer help or even just lend out some garage space in the next week or two then that'd be much appreciated. I sent out a feeler to Shawn (simulatedwood) on that already since I know he has a nice space.

BlaqOPs double-pump carrier/controller & vacuum hose/Boomba fuel rail.
Manley rods & JE pistons (Shane wasn't keen on this. Buschur says drop-in is fine).
Cosworth MX1 cams and valve springs
Full Race mani/BB-X turbo
Boomba 75mm throttle body & teflon intake gasket
Boomba motor mounts
Boomba catch can (might get a second one. need to find a filter for venting)
Test pipe
AMS intake
Vibrant boost distribution block (still need to figure out fittings & lines for this)

Longer term:
PLX gauges, A-pillar pod, Knocklite.

I'm having Shane bid out the install right now. If DB doesn't do the job then I'll talk to RS.

I'd just like to do the fueling myself since it is wiring and vacuum line, not rocket science...just need to figure out everything that I need and find a place to do it.

slowbubblecar · 02-18-2010

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Originally Posted by mlomker

The one thing that I could use help with is the fuel system install. If anyone wanted to offer help or even just lend out some garage space in the next week or two then that'd be much appreciated. I sent out a feeler to Shawn (simulatedwood) on that already since I know he has a nice space.

BlaqOPs double-pump carrier/controller & vacuum hose/Boomba fuel rail.
Manley rods & JE pistons (Shane wasn't keen on this. Buschur says drop-in is fine).
Cosworth MX1 cams and valve springs
Full Race mani/BB-X turbo
Boomba 75mm throttle body & teflon intake gasket
Boomba motor mounts
Boomba catch can (might get a second one. need to find a filter for venting)
Test pipe
AMS intake
Vibrant boost distribution block (still need to figure out fittings & lines for this)

Longer term:
PLX gauges, A-pillar pod, Knocklite.

I'm having Shane bid out the install right now. If DB doesn't do the job then I'll talk to RS.

I'd just like to do the fueling myself since it is wiring and vacuum line, not rocket science...just need to figure out everything that I need and find a place to do it.

I have garage space you could use to work on it if needed. It isn't heated, but it is free. PM me if you are not able to find a better/heated space.

**mlomker** · 02-18-2010

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Originally Posted by slowbubblecar

I have garage space you could use to work on it if needed. It isn't heated, but it is free. PM me if you are not able to find a better/heated space.

Thanks! Shawn offered up some space. Can't wait to see his garage...says he has a lift and everything. Must be sweet!

I had a rough day as far as the car stuff goes. I've been stressed since this thing got way more expensive than I ever planned. Lately it seems like half the shit I buy is wrong! I order some vacuum hose and fittings and then I get it and realize it's too big or whatever. I have so much brand new crap that I have no use for.

Shane also questioned my use of Arp head studs and Cosworth head gasket today. Of course I want to do stuff right but I bought that stuff six weeks ago so I'd lose big bucks reselling it--it's too late to return it. That's the kinda stuff that's pissing me off now because I'm *so* running out of money. haha.

turbotalon1g · 02-17-2010

lol, nice parts list. Looks like a lot of work.

Wrenching on cars, its not 55 there is it? Because it is here.

**Murlo26** · 02-18-2010

The blaqops isn't too bad, just takes time. I ran out of it so I think MAP is going to finish that install.

Tools always help too

Good luck on everything, this build will be sweet.

My exhaust mani is off and being ported now, woo.

**Murlo26** · 02-18-2010

^dude i know how you feel.

I am broke as a joke. CREDIT CARDS ftw I guess...I hate to carry a balance but the way my shit is turning out it is going to happen.

**mlomker** · 02-18-2010

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Originally Posted by Murlo26

CREDIT CARDS ftw I guess

haha. Technically I haven't dipped into credit but before I bought this car I had a savings account well into the five figures. Gone.

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Originally Posted by goodhart

Researching before buying FTW.

Tough to argue with that. A lot of things are opinion. A lot of things on a new car (like the X) nobody knows at all. Is it adequate to use DW1000's on a double-pump to max out an FP Red or will murlo26 need an fpr or larger injectors? He doesn't know and I don't either.

Paying by the hour for shop/dyno time and buying parts just to swap them in & out while tuners/installers learn what is needed is SUPER expensive business. If I had a 10 year old car then I suppose I could be accused of not doing my homework and being lazy. I spend so much time on the forums that I'm more than a little worried about my employer noticing.

I didn't know shit about cars until six months ago, despite my age. There's a learning curve with everything. Many of the guys on this forum have been 'car guys' for many years. I don't pretend to be in your league.

t-revzr · 02-18-2010

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Originally Posted by mlomker

haha. Technically I haven't dipped into credit but before I bought this car I had a savings account well into the five figures. Gone.

Ha Ha At least you have one! Right out of college I bought this car and dumped tons of money into it. My savings starts in about a month after the car gets tuned lol..