The Phoenix - The GP Roadster Project

Discussion in 'Car Builds, Projects, Idea's Experiments' started by BlimeyCabrio, Jun 24, 2014.

  1. GokartPilot

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    Ha :lol:, never seen those before.
     
  2. BlimeyCabrio

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    Yeah, I laughed out loud. Last set of mounted wheels/tires I bought from Tire Rack weren't directional. So I don't know how long they've been doing this.
     
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    How does Tire Rack know that these are not going on a right hand drive car?....just sayin'
     
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    ^ Extensive psychometric research
     
  5. TheModFather

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    I like the look of the GP wheels (even though I hate those wheels) but so heavy!!!
     
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    Just catching up, what happened with the front bumper?
     
  7. BlimeyCabrio

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    All explained above. We do not speak of it anymore. :mad:
     
  8. Dave.0

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    I bet Dunlop puts the stickers on not Tire Rack.

    You have to put a sticker on everything now a days because people are Morons.
     
  9. BlimeyCabrio

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    No, they're definitely Tire Rack stickers. The tires don't have a "side" until they're mounted.
     
  10. ToySnakePMC

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    Well, 30 hours since discovering MA and then this thread..., I've read this complete project build thread that's probably just 10 miles away from me! Truly. Awesome.
    Just purchased the wifey a 2008 S Sidewalk Conv yesterday and was doing my research on sensible maintenance and updates when I made the "mistake" of visiting this Holly Springs thread... Oh my, amazing dedication and ultimate toy build for sure.
    Will stick around to learn more. Previous experience was a new '03 Mini 5 spd Sport years ago. Glad to be back. Looks like a madman lives in the next town. Must watch out for his insane build when I'm out and about! Cheers, Patrick
     
  11. BlimeyCabrio

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    Welcome, Southwest Wake brother!

    PM me if you'd like to stop by some time and see it. I have a kegerator. :Thumbsup:
     
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    First post, welcome to MA!
     
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    He said kegerator
     
  14. BlimeyCabrio

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    #1174 BlimeyCabrio, Jan 7, 2016
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    Indeed, I did.

    I've had a converted fridge for about 10 years... but it's on its last legs. Took a couple of days off from working on the Mini this week, to build a new one...

    Had an old compact chest freezer that was full of old food that we'll never eat...
    So cleaned it out and gave it an extreme makeover.
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    Swapped the hinges so the lid opens to the side, sanded and treated rust.
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    Repainted it satin black...
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    Rewired the compressor, added a digital temperature controller.
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    Upgraded my existing 2-way picnic faucet 10 pound CO2 system with new 4-way manifold, and additional couplers for a third keg (either Sankey or Cornelius ball lock).
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    Installed new air cooled tap tower, with three Perlick flow control faucets, and drip tray.
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    Have some stainless rails I'm going to add around the top tomorrow. Then will be done.

    I kinda get carried away, sometimes. :devil:

    It's hella nice. Have Carolina Brewing Company Oktoberfest, and Fortnight Brewing Company English Ale on tap now. Started a batch of Wellzy Compound cider and will have that on tap in a couple of weeks. Will empty out the old fridge and it will go bye-bye. More space for garage gear!
     
  15. BlimeyCabrio

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    In classic "me" form, I told the wife on Saturday that I would do it over a couple of months.

    Monday, it was operational.

    Wednesday, it was pretty much complete.

    Friday, it will be done.
     
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    #1176 Ernesto, Jan 7, 2016
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    Done as in empty? That is a lot of work..

    The ultimate keg topper would be a Whalen Shift knob..
     
  17. BlimeyCabrio

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    #1177 BlimeyCabrio, Jan 8, 2016
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    No idea what happened to the pics, they were working last night. Fixed.
     
  18. ToySnakePMC

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    Wow. Thank you for the warm welcome and an invitation to see the madness up close -- and with the possible opportunity for a cold adult beverage from the NEW kegerator, no less! (What gift does one bring to such a host??) I'll PM you and see what your wknd schedule looks like for a brief drop-in. The Sidewalk is waiting for title and plates so that's a no-go for transportation. ...But, I can swing by in my "old" foreign car with "Meri-KAN" motivation.

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  19. BlimeyCabrio

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    Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh

    Love the v8 Miata :Thumbsup:
     
  20. Eric@Helix

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    Aaah, the modern

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