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Old Jul 17, 2011 | 08:45 PM
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Took the battery out this AM. Got info from auto parts store, not in stock and said can get one for me on a 3-day turnaround for around $90. Another store didn't have a clue. Wasn't showing up on their computer. Couldn't load test a dead battery so took it home and slow-charging it now @ 2a. Didn't want to leave it at the store. We'll see if it holds charge.
From what I know bout batteries sounds like this one is bad. won't hold a charge and it will keep failing u. U need a new battery. It's unfortunate that the battery takes 3 days but might as well order otherwise u will have to jump start everytime.
 
Old Jul 17, 2011 | 08:52 PM
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Thumbs up Ty pf!

Originally Posted by Perrenoud Fit
Walmart $70.00

Installing the 51-4 Battery

Hope this helps B4 you start this upgrade
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Thanks Big Mike. I'll keep that battery size in mind. Definitely helps. I'll check it out tomorrow. Still have mine on trickle charge right now.

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Old Jul 17, 2011 | 08:55 PM
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From what I know bout batteries sounds like this one is bad. won't hold a charge and it will keep failing u. U need a new battery. It's unfortunate that the battery takes 3 days but might as well order otherwise u will have to jump start everytime.
Thanks P. Looks like that's where I'm headed. Just doing a little CSI right now, double-checking the crime scene...
 
Old Jul 17, 2011 | 09:17 PM
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Taped up all my fittings and put them into their appropriate spots. Air ride build is almost complete. Just need to run the lines and put bags in!
 
Old Jul 17, 2011 | 09:56 PM
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Did some shots today with mgray_0127 (Matt). Came out real nice. Also relized i REALLY need photoshop.





 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 11:52 AM
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Nice roll'n shotz
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Fit4Trav
Taped up all my fittings and put them into their appropriate spots. Air ride build is almost complete. Just need to run the lines and put bags in!
nice... cant wait to check this out. i want to run air suspension also. is there a build thread of it?
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 02:54 PM
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LMK if you manage to lay frame with yours, I have the bag over coilover setup with megan shocks but my wheels are too aggressive for me to even let all the air out especially the rear.

16x8 -25 offset rear
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 03:03 PM
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Post some pics... I gotta see that.
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 03:05 PM
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LMK if you manage to lay frame with yours, I have the bag over coilover setup with megan shocks but my wheels are too aggressive for me to even let all the air out especially the rear.

16x8 -25 offset rear
Pics!! I wanna see. I dont plan on laying frame, its my daily I just wanted something practical cause riding low was kinda becoming a pain.

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nice... cant wait to check this out. i want to run air suspension also. is there a build thread of it?
I was thinking of doing a build thread as I go...I just haven't taken any pictures...and its hard to do one because of all the different options and personal preferences.
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 03:38 PM
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I'll try and get pics tonight, where are you sourcing your fittings from? I have the lines for my gauges run to the trunk where the compressor/tank is but haven't connected them yet.
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by bluemonkey
I'll try and get pics tonight, where are you sourcing your fittings from? I have the lines for my gauges run to the trunk where the compressor/tank is but haven't connected them yet.


Pics or this does not exist. LOL. Did you mean +25. Cause if you really are -25 pics are a must.
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 06:06 PM
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Yes 16x8 -25, they were originally 16x8 0 offset but I got extended studs and spacers. I think the front is 16x8 -15 but I'm not 100% certain on that spacer size.

My back bumper starts to get pushed out as I lower the rear..
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 06:07 PM
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^^^Pics....
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 06:12 PM
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Tonight assuming I find my camera

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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 06:50 PM
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yeah definitely want to see pictures of you set-up.
and you don't have fittings on your line from the gauges to the bags/tank??? How do you know how much PSI is in the bags/tank? I've purchased all my fittings from UA
 
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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 07:46 PM
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Replaced the battery with an OEM but this time "Made In Brazil" vice Japan. :-)
Old one failed load test after I charged it overnight.

Took the middle ground price-wise between Big Mike's recommended Walmart upgrade and Autozone's 96 mo. battery. The OEM is a 100 mo. battery, with 24 mo. RnR. All for a Ben Franklin. We'll see how long this one will last.

Off topic but also replaced rear rt. drive axle on my T&C minivan so it's been a good day. :-)
 
Old Jul 18, 2011 | 08:22 PM
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Just changed out to the OEM rims w/ gt Eagles for insp. this month. Ya w/ it lowerd the 195/60/15 fillup the front wheel openings. They look so blah compared to the orange rims. O well it'll only be for a few days.
 

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Old Jul 18, 2011 | 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Perrenoud Fit
Just changed out to the OEM rims w/ gt Eagles for insp. this month. Ya w/ it lowerd the 195/60/15 fillup the front wheel openings. They look so blah compared to the orange rims. O well it'll only be for a few days.
Only a few days...any chance that you might fall in luv wit'um Big Mike?
 



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