Aaron Clinton

Sorry to do this to you, but I am not a fan of Mazda. The Genesis is really solid. I just did some work on one , normal 60K stuff. Hyundai has come a long way, while most manufacturers seem to be going backwards. Don't say sorry. May I ask why? Both of mine have been great to me and I have one from each end of the spectrum of their offerings. No complaints here outside of sheer horsepower. Just from a mechanic's perspective. Ford ideology abounds, reliability is weak at best. They have gotten worse over the years, by huge strides. I had no huge issues with 90s Mazdas, although I would not personally own one, but their recent stuff borders on Mitsubishi junk. Rotarys run strong, but again reliability is an issue. They are leaky pigs, and diagnostics is odd, as the design really creates odd looking pids/scan tool info. That is the perspective I was hoping for, because it is part of what makes SSA a better place. Not just a little experience here or there, but certified master's in their respective field. As for reliability, I drive the living snot out of the protege5 and it has never really let me down outside of one blown tire.But then again, there is not much to go wrong on it. I do prefer it over, what seems to be much more Ford infused, the newer 3 models, mostly due to the lines and ease of use to work on. But again, power is not it's strong suit. I have not driven (discounting RX8's) any of the very new Mazda's. My RX8 has faired well too, no major issues to speak of and it is 50/50 driver/track time. No oil leaks at this time, but I will keep an eye out. I was kind of asking as I like to start the research process about a year at least, in advance. At this time, since I paid cash for the P5 and it is the least expensive car I have ever owned to keep on the road, so it makes no sense to ditch it unless there is a catastropic repair or Sean DeYoung steals it from me.

At least Fi and DC have specific upgrades. Not sure what "high performance" means. Right from their site: "High Performance" option. Here’s what all upgrades you’ll get for the Platform 2 Series 15": Extended length aluminum flatwound voice coil Dual stiff spider suspension Dual stitched heavy gauge leadwires I honestly don't understand all the hate PSI gets around here, especially from people who have not used the product. I don't have a ton experience with PSI but from what I have used, they are comparable to many of the other brands that receive blind praise. Thanks for the info. It's not just on this site that ive seen PSI bashing, lots of different places ive looked have said bad shit about them. I partially agree with you on the blind praise that the other brands get. If I look on SMD for info about subs DC almost always wins. But ive heard DC Fi Aq ect but not PSI. DC? I got you bro!

Sorry to do this to you, but I am not a fan of Mazda. The Genesis is really solid. I just did some work on one , normal 60K stuff. Hyundai has come a long way, while most manufacturers seem to be going backwards. Don't say sorry. May I ask why? Both of mine have been great to me and I have one from each end of the spectrum of their offerings. No complaints here outside of sheer horsepower.

Ahhh I just don't want to wait so long to get a replacement, it took my Zcon a month and a half to get to my house how long would a recone take to ship? Recone's take about the same time.

Zcon's + Surfboard =

Could have sworn you were talking about MD for a second.

I HIGHLY suggest sticking with the coil/spiders/cone/surround that was designed for the Zcon. I promise, getting "custom" bits from someone throwing parts that fit, with zero testing and no specs, is not an upgrade.

If the Gcon comes back in stock in time, consider it too.

Since everyone else is doing it... Seth, just wondering your thoughts on: Speed3 (1st gen) Genesis Coupe

Rightfully so. Notice how little. We hear about the Japanese plant? Do some investigating. It's a global epidemic being swept under the rug. Maybe the frenchies will go kaboom soon. Nuh-uh. As much as I hate the french, no kabooms in Europe please. You're far enough east.

Sure, if you would like to start a dedicated thread go for it.

Just absorbed the impact of the first half of summer camp costs. Affording things is so much easier when you have no life and just work.

Nice twist J.

I hydroplaned for about a quarter mile yesterday doing about 110 mph down the pass trying to get back for Anni's B ball game. Thought it was the end. The only thought that went through my head was "this is the end". lol Did Jim Morrisons face show up too?

Jump in temps here and the streets are almost flooding with the melted snow.

I like the PWC plates in the beginning and end an "No Time" during the shoot. VA to FL, hmm. Noticed that.

Rightfully so. Notice how little. We hear about the Japanese plant? Do some investigating. It's a global epidemic being swept under the rug. Maybe the frenchies will go kaboom soon.

Instantly thought of Sean.

Uh oh!

Good to see someone admit to fault and not just point fingers, it's part of learning.

Jesus, I maxed out last night with a very dirty 225.

I could not agree more! They must watch all those dumb ass commericals and believe they can drive in anything. My take is you meet the dumbest people in a Subaru if it is snowing. It must take a certain personality type to think a Subby is a good choice. I will admit I have owned two and hated both of them. Maintenance was through the roof as something different would break every week. My mom had an Outback right when they first came out and I can say it was about the only one I ever drove I liked. My parents love them and that is all they own now. I drove dad's Trebica with 31k on it and it needs all the bushing replaced in the front end already. They told him that was normal and offered him replacement parts at a discount. Needless to say I would never own one. Hey now, I like the cars, but this is coming from a racing perspective.