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  1. GofaST4life

    Guess who's back??...sort of...

    What's up DSMTUNERS! It's been....years since I've participated, but that's okay. Life has been very busy! Some of you older guys may remember the screen name.I opened up my dream business in 2021. Check out wingmangarage.com and/or Wingman Garage on FB/Insta to see what I've been up to. I...
  2. GofaST4life

    2G Hard Starts & Bad Misfire

    What’s up everyone. I need some help diagnosing a no start / Bad Misfire – and im sorry this is so long.Let me paint you the whole picture.Some of you may be following my build thread, in a nut shell, I bought a used motor, a stripped shell and basically have been putting a car together for...
  3. GofaST4life

    2G PTW Clearance Problem (piston slap) - 2.3 Build

    Hello everyone. I need some help, guidance, etc.I recently assembled my 2.3 short block, and while everything went great, I realized I have a serious piston slap issue. So I started searching and doing what I could to see how I could remedy this as I cannot take the pistons back to Extreme PSI...
  4. GofaST4life

    2G Main Bearings Questions & Guidance

    Well, the weekend didn’t go as planned, but I did get somewhere. If anyone has any insight on the below problems, PLEASE let me know.Right now, my biggest issue is thrust bearings/washers. Here’s what’s going on. My bearing set didn’t come with any thrust washers or thrust bearings, which is...
  5. GofaST4life

    2G Opinions on my clutch setup condition for reuse. 20g AutoCross Car (pics)

    Whats up everyone.If you follow my build thread, you'll know that my GSX, Wendy, suffered a pretty epic engine failure. Ive decided to source a block/used motor and get her back to running. In an effort to keep everything as budget as possible, I was hoping to reuse my clutch setup...
  6. GofaST4life

    2015 Shootout Videos

    I figured we should have a thread for everyone to post links to their videos, since there is already a photo thread. I saw a lot of people taking video. I spoke to a handful that said they were going to be putting together a big video after the weekend was over.This is a compilation I threw...
  7. GofaST4life

    DSM ShootOut - Excitement!

    Whats up everyone.Who else is seriously excited for the ShootOut? This will be my first time attending. Its going to be a blast!Does anyone know if a video is going to be made for this year?
  8. GofaST4life

    Wendy and I at the track making love. (Pic Heavy)

    Had wifey riding shotgun while Wendy (my GSX) and I made love at one our regions AX events again.Was a great time as always.Enjoy.
  9. GofaST4life

    Idle & Small Cruise Logs - New Setup & New to DSMlink

    Hey guys! Finally got my GSX up and running after a long winter build.Trying to get my hands dirty with ECMlink.Could some of you look at my logs and let me know what looks good/bad/ugly.
  10. GofaST4life

    MAF Problem - O2 Problem - Wiring? Leaned Out Idle

    Im not even sure where to start. So here goes.Getting the car running for the season. She was down for the winter doing a clutch install and a 20g setup with External Gate.Everything was buttoned up and I went to start her for the first time.She ran very rough. AFR was pegged at idle...
  11. GofaST4life

    ECMlink DSMlink - Idles then stalls out (Bad Gas)

    Hello guys.Car Information: 1997 Eclipse GSX - 5 Speed DSMlink V2.5 132k Miles Healthy MotorScenario: Took the car off the road in late October 2013. During the winter she underwent a Clutch install and a 20g install. Prior to the season ending the car was running great.So its been some...
  12. GofaST4life

    Blown 13g...Still lives on.

    When I bought my GSX, the 13g on it was blown, had play, wouldnt boost, etc. The car came with a 14b that needed a rebuild, so I had it rebuilt and once I installed it, I was not sure what to do with the 13g as it had almost zero value.Anyway....this is what it turned into...
  13. GofaST4life

    2g Head Build - Where do I start & what do to.

    Whats up guys.I recently picked up a complete, partially torn down 2g head for an absolute steal of a price.My idea was to do a stock and or mild build in my spare time. I have never worked on something like this before, so im very excited to get my hands dirty in some actual engine/head...
  14. GofaST4life

    Broke rear strut bolt.

    What's up guys.My buddy Justin and I are putting on my coil overs. And we broke this bold for the rear....figures.We went to a parts store. No luck.Dies anyone know what this piece is and/or what the bolt size and thread is?
  15. GofaST4life

    BIGGEST FAIL EVER....This might be...

    This might be the worst custom car EVER.I cant even....I dont even...WHY!!!completely custom 98 mazda 626
  16. GofaST4life

    Stock GSX - Running Lean

    Whats up guys.I have been reading a TON of threads on this issue. Not sure where to go next.This past weekend I replaced this: - Blown 13g turbo (wouldnt make good boost) - leaky cracked 2g exhaust manifold - stock O2 housingWith this: - Rebuilt 14b Turbo (set to wastegate pressure, have...
  17. GofaST4life

    3rd Annual NY, PA, and OH Spring DSM meet!

    PLACE: Lawrence Pier Erie‎ Pennsylvania‎ 16507 DATE: May 4th, 2013 TIME: 2pm3/22/13 List.For Sure Going - GofaST4life - Colt4G63 also - 99ECLIPSEGSXDSM - gophishy10 - Tim (Aaron's buddy w/ EvoX) - Dave (Justin's buddy) - Pete (Justin's buddy)Maybe / Interested - talonalex92...
  18. GofaST4life

    Possible Clutch Fork Problem.

    Hey guys I need some insight on my newly acquired GSX.During the last few days, ive had the clutch pedal "literally" just fall to the floor when I place my foot on it with barely any pressure.Once I pick it back up I can pump it a bit and I have full pedal.This usually only happens once or...
  19. GofaST4life

    Not sure about the wheels.

    Whats up guys.I recently picked up my latest love...Ive NEVER been a huge fan of the wheel stripe look. The color matches the cars color though, which isnt a bad thing. The wheels/tires are literally brand new.What your your guys thoughts?
  20. GofaST4life

    Aaron's 1997 GSX - Street/AutoX/Track Build

    Whats up guys. After 8 years of DSM love, which included two 1g, GST's, a Celica GT4 and four 2g GST's, I finally found a beautiful GSX.I picked her up for a steal.1997 Eclipse GSX 5-Speed Black / Tan InteriorThis is my girl Wendy...Many more pictures to come.PLANS...
  21. GofaST4life

    The day has come. Finally AWD DSM.

    Well gentleman, after 8 long years, two 1g GSTs and four 2g GSTs, i've finally found a GSX. She is beautiful. CLEAN! Well maintained.I sold my last GST a few weeks ago. I planned on taking a little break from the DSM scene. I wanted to save up a bit and wait for a good condition AWD DSM. The...
  22. GofaST4life

    Race Track Driveway - How cool would this be?

    Stumbled across this today.Thought I would share.This would be way to much fun on a daily basis.Google Earth Reveals AWESOME Racetrack Driveway!
  23. GofaST4life

    Fresh Prince of Bel Air - REMIX

    Found this online, so im not taking credit for it.Thought my DSM family would enjoy it.Now this is a story all about how My bearings got flipped-turned upside down And I liked to take a minute just sit right there And tell you how I used to mix and burn my gas and my air.In RVA...
  24. GofaST4life

    Timing Belt Loose (Video)

    The timing belt/components are not even 2 years old, and has MAYBE 5,000 miles on it.See video below.http://s285.beta.photobucket.com/user/awolo/media/2012-10-14_13-30-48_326_zps49549e7e.mp4.htmlI cranked the car over and let it run a for a few, then shut her back off and the "loose-ness"...
  25. GofaST4life

    1G in video game!

    Well 1G guys, your dreams have come true....sort of...Does anyone play The Walking Dead Social Game, on Facebook? (awesome show BTW, highly recommend it)Well once you make it through Chapter 1 and get to chapter 2, at the main screen camp area in Atlanta, there is a Panda 1G DSM. About...
  26. GofaST4life

    1996 GST - AutoX / DD - Build

    After partaking in 2 AutoX season im excited to start this season with this old girl.Now she does need some TLC and maintenance, but overall, the car runs very well and has a completely clean body.Anyway, here is my new baby the day I brought her home.Let the fun begin.AutoX Plans...
  27. GofaST4life

    Need thoughts/opinions on my 16g setup.

    Here's the scoop.Induction/Exhaust: 16g Turbo - Minimal side to side, marginal in and out, shaft play. Stock SMIC w/ stock piping. Stock turbo-back exhaust. Running stock boost. Have a vacuum line from waste gate to the J-Pipe. Vacuum @ idle = 19/20 Vacuum @ decel = 22/23 So far i've only seen...
  28. GofaST4life

    2G Aftermarket Keyless Entry Install?

    Whats up guys.I search and went through all 5 threads that came up. If I missed one, my bad.Has anyone installed an aftermarket keyless entry setup?Just looking for opinions and advice on the idea.
  29. GofaST4life

    She said yes...got engaged.

    Whats up guys.Wanted to share with my DSM community that I popped the question last week.My girl of 3.5 years said yes.We are both very excited and happy as ever.Us a few weeks ago at a benefit.On our Cruise last week.
  30. GofaST4life

    Rim color choices?? Opinions needed.

    Whats up everyone.I have some wheels here, picked them up so cheap it wasn't funny. The current wheels on the car are not my style. I'm a 5 or 6 spoke guy.Wheels that came with the car below, going to be sold soon.Wheels i'm going to be painting below, going to be matched with a...
  31. GofaST4life

    Back in the game!

    Well, im back.Anyway, 1996 Eclipse GSTBeen working on this car for a while. Thought the community should finally know.Clean titled, Florida car. Not a spec of rust on her.Thoughts?I'm actually looking at selling the Carbon Fiber hood. Just not my style. Same with the wheels...
  32. GofaST4life

    New DLC's for Forza 4

    Not sure if anyone else noticed, but some new Car Packs came out for Forza 4. One of them had a Galant VR4. I looked twice for a 1g, but they didn't have one.I was also pumped about the GT4 ST185 Alltrac they had added.
  33. GofaST4life

    My First AWD Turbo!!

    Whats up guys?A few of you may have seen this thread: http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/hangout/427961-3sgte.htmlI picked up the car last night, and she is a beauty!Her first bath!I'm very excited about this car, the platform and building it.Took her out last evening and gave her...
  34. GofaST4life

    3sgte?

    Whats up guys!Well I have come across a local enthusiast looking to get rid of his 1993 Toyota Celica AllTrac.I'm thinking about picking it up. Although, I don't know much about the platform besides that fact that its a bit rare.I'm sure a few of my DSM buddies have worked/dealt with them...
  35. GofaST4life

    2G CEL Light - No Codes Thrown + Bad MPG

    Whats up guys...I did do some searching, but there seems to be a lot of threads with CEL issues so it was hard to find.Anyway, My DSM's CEL has been coming on and every time I take it to have the codes scanned, no codes are shown.I'm not sure what else to do. After the light pops on...
  36. GofaST4life

    Painted my EVO's Black

    Whats up everyone.Painted my EVO wheels black this past weekend. :hellyeah:What do you guys think??
  37. GofaST4life

    Headlights staying on, coming on...by themselves!

    As the states...after I drive my car and park it, the head lights will just come on, thus killing my battery.I have no idea why or how this is happening.They dont even turn off with the switch!Any help is greatly appreciated!!When I remove the Headlight fuse, the battery light comes on...
  38. GofaST4life

    Looking for a laugh?

    Anyone need a good laugh?Skyline! 1990 GTSt
  39. GofaST4life

    New Wheel Color? Appearance change needed...

    Delete please.TY
  40. GofaST4life

    The cancer...rust cancer...

    Well, shes got it, like many do...Thoughts? Suggestions?Im thinking of completely cutting our the spare tire bay and welding in a new metal floor. As far as the side spots go. Im not sure. Maybe just sand them down, spray with a lot of rusto spray and hope for the best...
  41. GofaST4life

    Clutch Acting Weird - Advice Needed

    Whats up guys...currently trying to bring my 2G back with some much needed TLC.Here's whats going on. The clutch is engaging differently at times, Im not sure what to do.System has a brand new Master cylinder and Slave cylinder, installed by previous owner.Any one of these scenarios can...
  42. GofaST4life

    Boost Leak? No idea what else.

    Whats up guys...Been working on my latest DSM...here's the scoop.Wide open throttle, the car makes maybe 13 pounds of boost, but the RPMs rise fast at first and then slow to almost a halt around, idk, 5k. There is a difference in this depending on what gear, but the idea is the same...
  43. GofaST4life

    Would like some ideas/opinions.

    Whats up guys.I want to change my wheel color.Thoughts!???Maybe Bronze/Gold???Disregard the poll up top.
  44. GofaST4life

    So PUMPED!!!

    Ok ok ok...I'm sorry but I just cant hold my excitement in anymore!Leaving in about 30 min to go pick up my 5th (wow, 5 already) DSM.Ive been waiting and looking for months now, and I finally found a deal to jump on. Needs some work, but what DSM doesn't? haNo more details until I drive...
  45. GofaST4life

    Need some opinions.

    Whats up guys?I have been out of the game for about a year now. Graduated college and needed to get on out on my feet.Anyway, Ive been in the market for a DSM and I have been looking for a while now. My budget was up to 2k. I know that finding something nice and not beaten was going to be...
  46. GofaST4life

    Oil Leak Problem/Issue

    Whats up guys? Im back with my 4th DSM, and of course, there are issues.Seems like the oil leak that the previous owner had "fixed" is now back.There is an aftermarket oil pressure gauge in the car (seems to be really cheap). Only goes up to 80psi. At idle it reads around 20, when...
  47. GofaST4life

    Data Logger Questions

    Whats up guys?I recently picked up my 4th DSM, a 1990 1G FWD Turbo.Anyway, it came with a logger all hooked up with softwar already installed. The previous owner showed me a few things on it and what not.Im no idiot, but I really have no idea how to successfully "use" this thing...
  48. GofaST4life

    Back in the GAME!!!

    So guys, im back in the DSM game!Picked up a 1990 Eagle Talon, converted to Eclipse. 165k on the body, about 20k on rebuilt motor, bored .020 over New black paint, 2 tears old. Very nice/clean interior.The GOOD: - Data Logger - ACT 2100 - Boost / Oil Pressure Gauges - 16g w/ 2g...
  49. GofaST4life

    Broken Suspension/Steering part.

    Whats up guys, i've recently got back into the DSM game.Afte purchasing the car im starting to fix her up, wanna make her road worthy before i start modding...This is my 4th DSM, so im no newbie.Anyway, i found a broken suspension or steering part. But I cant for life of me, figure...
  50. GofaST4life

    Could have been worse...

    I was driving back to school from home today, its only a 50min drive when doing 75 mph. I was 25 miles into my trip and it was raining a little bit, when my car started shuddering and swerving all by itself.I force her over to the roadside, left her running, new it wasnt power train, since she...
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