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Drew888

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    2008 Spec-B SOLD, now a 2017 Chevy SS

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  1. Looking good. Looking forward to seeing this come along further.
  2. Cobb please support 05-09 legacy for flex fuel! They just opened an E85 station down the street from me. For this reason only I'd consider buying back into another Spec-B!
  3. MTBWrench, check out post #304 . I just located an interesting option.
  4. I appreciate your help. Last question, which would you get if you were updating an old XC bike and...forced to ride it, the same way you ride your current bike, for a few months? I word it like this because I know that once 20lbs comes off that I'll not run out to buy another but beat on my current bike much more before I spend the $. Rock Shox 30 Silver TK Or Manitou Match Comp Just located this Fox 32 Float RLC, circa 2009-2010 Is it worth $100 more? Thanks!
  5. I need a history lesson. What opinion do you have on any of these? I can't find a year anywhere but suspect the below is circa 2005 ish. F80 RLT F80 RLC SID SL Durin SL Judy SL How bad is the XC32? or being that it's much newer is it the way to go?
  6. Thanks all, I'll do just that and just get out more and see where it goes. At this point I can't even comment on the type of riding I do so this may be a bit premature. All is good on it. I just replaced the tires and brake pads and the only thing it needs is a fork that isn't impossible to get support for. The Noleen MegaAir is very light and had great reviews...back then but. Keep your eyes out for me for a decent v-brake suspension fork 80-100mm. I think I'll stop there.
  7. Hey guys I've been on here for years and only now thought to look in here because I've dusted off my bike and decided to get my fat @ss back into shape. I'm 48 and built my bike up starting with a frame purchase back in 2001, a K2 team. It's 24# fully suspended and although old it's basically new. All pivots are smooth and I kept it lubed, and no play. I used to ride GG park in SF and across the bridge up to Mt Tam quite often in the 80's. This was when a mountain bike looked like a converted road bike. Oh the memories. I rode it once a couple weeks ago doing the Fullerton loop in SoCal and had a blast and the bike performed great. I may have a question or two for you guys as I try to get back into it but for now I'm trying to read online about this "geometry" craze. I'll have to go look up or measure my frame but I'll assume it's very "standard". I have cut my steerer tube maybe 3/4" taller and shimed the stem so it's a little taller but this was done back in the day. I'll get a couple pics soon. I'll need to keep it until I can get in shape and prove to myself that the expense of a new bike is worth it. So any advice as to what you might change/upgrade will be appreciated. The first thing that comes to mind is my fork. It has a slow leak and I'd rather replace then rebuild as fork tech has come a long way and I think I'd benefit. Anyway, looking forward to your input. Drew
  8. I'm walking into the dealer on June 20th to pick up a black SS and can't wait. Family needs a sedan and I need an LGT replacement so the SS it is. My son just turned 17 today and after next year he's off to college with his sister 3 years behind him. With paying into private catholic high schools and college $$$ looming over our heads I have to wait a bit. The best I can do now is just get myself back into shape and save like mad. You'd think I'd buy a Prius but...just can't. The SS will be my only vice. Car looks great Gator and great job on the paint. Can wait for the next update.
  9. I seem to only be able to get here once every couple of weeks but what a great read. Eager to know if you can nail down just what happened to the Spec-B. Bottom end was built by one of the best so very curious. Funny knowing what I know now just how little changes I'd make if I were ever to pick up another one. I still think the 08-09 Spec-B's are great but maybe a 2011+ STI.
  10. Sorry a little late to the game I see. I've been meaning to chime in but have been busy. Regarding the earlier brake cooling discussion can we assume all had first tried Ti shims and two piece rotors? I haven't read of anyone mentioning them. Just curious if that is a common place to start. After that, well just a great read. I love popping in for updates! I'll just have to get in here a bit more often. Oh, and Gator...the Spec-B has new front bearings (I think the only thing not relatively new are any rear rubber bushings). Interested to know if those control arm wings will help any.
  11. Nice meeting ya Gator. The car went to the right person. So when is the next event?
  12. That is hilarious and awesome at the same time. Soliciting donations may take a long while but we could kill time by putting together a scale model.
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