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How much are you willing to spend? I have been debating selling mine, but as it is a complete restoration it would be fairly expensive. On the other hand, you would have a car that would beat most other cars 2 to three times its cost. Bryan

Wow Terry! Really sharp. The induction noise off of those ought to be really sweet. Where'd you snag those? BTW, we need to set up a all Arkansas Z meet (in addition to the Branson Z fest). Bryan

Jon: I was just referring to the more aggressive/less aggressive ramps. I went back and edited it for clarity. I'll give the LSD additive a shot. Right now there's only Royal Purple gear oil in it. Thanks for the insite. Bryan

I've put around 100 miles on the Z now that it's mostly done and have a few questions that I need to ask. I've searched, but honestly don't know the right terminology. The car is equipped with a Nismo R180 LSD that has the more aggressive ramps of the more common R180 LSD rear ends. What has me raising an eyebrow is the way that the car doesn't like to turn at slower speeds. I've heard of aggressive, but this feels more like the rear is welded (it isn't). If you saw my driveway, it looks like I've been peeling out every time I leave or pull in. It's laying rubber all the time! It locks hard enough that when turning tightly, the outside wheel will try to turn backwards. When backing up and turning (like pulling out of the drive), it feels like the rear is binding up. Anyone care to share any insites? The rear definitely helps when getting on it at speed - there are two nice fat lines at a nearby stop sign and I feel confident getting into the power when going through higher speed curves. Just feels weird at the other times. Bryan

Wow! That's really nice! Whoever did your covering really did beautiful work.

If you ever do get the chance, go see the Festival of Speed. We got to go for the 10th anniversary and it was unbelievable. The chance to go up and sit in/look at/talk to mega rare cars and famous drivers was unreal. I got to meet Nick Mason, drummer for Pink Floyd (huge car guy), John Surtees, Damon Hill, Stirling Moss and a slew of other guys. One of the most incredible things was being a foot or two away from the new F1 cars when they started them up! I had ear plugs and it still hurt! Anywho...that video brought back a lot of memories! Bryan

Guys: I'm at the point where I'm wiring my audio stuff. The setup that I have is: A Kenwood Excelon head unit (CD/MP3, other stuff) Alpine 6.5" Type S component speakers (for front) Alpine 6.5" Type S speakers for rear Alpine 10" sub Alpine 800 watt 4 channel amp My question is this: should I run my front speakers through the amp or through the head unit? Initially, I was thinking that I would run both the rear speakers and sub through the amp, but I hooked up the fronts through the head unit and it sounds, well, kinda limp. Opinions, thoughts, etc? Bryan

I got to go to the Festival of Speed a few years back, and believe me, you need to add this to your list of things to do before you die. In my opinion, the coolest motorhead event out there! Here's the latest in cool videos from the FOS crew: http://www.goodwood.co.uk/Site/Content/FestivalOfSpeed/Dougie_Lampkin_Video.aspx Unbelievable!!! Bryan

Glad that you're happy with them. There's always a chance that you may recommend something and then someone else thinks it's crap....so, good times! For me the pocket is really handy due to the fact that I have my extra gauges on a panel in the glovebox. Bryan Dat240zg

Is the leather genuine leather? Its hard to tell what your going to get now days. Just cause they are said to be "leather" does not mean it really is... Wait wait wait...I've got a Seinfeld..... "They're real, Jerry and they're fabulous....." I think that the seats are leather and the back is a fabric.

You guys crack me up. Joel - In my opinion they great. Someone else may have a different opinion, but from three sets of seats experience, they're the best yet, and would've cost me significantly more to find something that was comparable and in that condition. I bet you'll be pleased. Dale - give him a shout. I believe that he has more coming. Bryan

Ask and you shall receive...... Here are the pics of the drivers seat - btw, it's just setting there, not bolted. One note: they're sitting a little higher right now as some of my insulation/wiring/carpet padding is getting in the way. The seats will drop by about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch. I'm really pleased with them. Plus, it looks like you could win them for significantly less than me. Bryan

Guys: I'll try to answer the questions you guys asked. The DAD seats were sold to a friend of mine for his firebird. When the body shop was doing the body, I took them the Miata seats and had them weld in steel plates on the underside of the floor pans where the seats would mount up, so yes, they mount on the floor. Joel: The packaging and shipping cost via Con-way freight was $200. Steep for sure, but in the end, worth it to me. My car is going to be driven on a regular basis, so I wanted comfort, strength (non flimsy design) and supportive for "fun" events and long trips. The durability factor eliminated a lot of aftermarket sport seats and the size of the Z limited my other options. The solstice seats fit all those requirements for me. I'll get some pics of the seats in the car tomorrow. Bryan