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|    Feb 3 2005, 01:36 PM 
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| newbie Group: Members Posts: 19 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 633  | 
				Hey all. New here, but I recognize some names from the thirdgen world.  Fellow I know is interested in a few rims I have. Another guy where I used to live put him '98 SS into the woods, and I got three of his 17*9.5 rims and a new 285 tire when he upgraded. One of those deals that you can't pass up. Anyway, after sitting in the shed for a couple seasons (been in college, car is sleeping) he's offering a trade. First option is a set of Koni Yellows, slightly used, single adjustable. Second option is a 9-bolt 3.23 posi disc rear, complete. (currently have 10-bolt 2.73 drum peg-leg) I'm running a 1986 Z28 with some beginner mods to get me into ESP. Would I be best suited getting the shocks, rear, or ponying up some cash for another rim and some tires? Mods as of now: 1.5" Jamex drop springs, Delco HD shocks/struts, SSM subframe connectors, wonderbar, 3point strut brace, 383/A4 (plans for manual swap), curently running 16*8 GM crosslace wheels. Opinions? | 
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|  Feb 3 2005, 06:30 PM 
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| newbie Group: Members Posts: 19 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 633  | 
				NB, Canada here. I dunno if you make it quite this far east.  (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/ph34r.gif)   I think for my purposes, a T5 should do me just fine. Sam, NO drag racing here, no interest at all. After doing some more reading, the 10-bolt should probably be fine. | 
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|  Feb 3 2005, 06:34 PM 
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| FRRAX Owner/Admin         Group: Admin Posts: 15,437 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196  | 
				Nope. I'm a good ways south and not that far east..... (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif) 
				
				
				
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|  Feb 5 2005, 04:24 PM 
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| Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 55 Joined: 1-May 04 From: Stouffville, Ontario Member No.: 330  | 
				Matt86Z - the guy you're talking about, does he live in Mississauga by any chance and drive a black Camaro with a big block in it..lol
				
				
				
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|  Feb 5 2005, 06:17 PM 
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| Experienced Member    Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,290 Joined: 4-May 04 From: Kenvil, NJ Member No.: 331  | 
				I think I would have gone for the struts.  I like 9 bolts because the bearings are pressed on the axles so you don't need any c-clips, but outside of that I wouldn't buy another.  Ive got 2 extras sitting here if you really want one.  They have the crappy cast iron caliper disk brakes.  (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)  The only reason why I'm not looking for a 10 bolt is because I just found backing plates for the PBR calipers.  If I stumble across a 10 bolt with PBR plates then I'll grab it and toss a T2R in it with some gears if needed.   To run those 17" rims you will need a set of adapters anyway, and they get pretty pricey!! | 
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|  Feb 5 2005, 09:36 PM 
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| newbie Group: Members Posts: 19 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 633  | QUOTE (George @ Feb 5 2005, 10:24 AM) Matt86Z - the guy you're talking about, does he live in Mississauga by any chance and drive a black Camaro with a big block in it..lol Could be...you never know. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) s'up, JoeRotax? | 
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|  Feb 6 2005, 12:49 AM 
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| Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 55 Joined: 1-May 04 From: Stouffville, Ontario Member No.: 330  | QUOTE (PhotoMatt @ Feb 5 2005, 03:36 PM) QUOTE (George @ Feb 5 2005, 10:24 AM)  Matt86Z - the guy you're talking about, does he live in Mississauga by any chance and drive a black Camaro with a big block in it..lol Could be...you never know. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) s'up, JoeRotax? Not much, just waiting for the first track day. I always thought you were in South West Ontario for some reason. | 
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|  Feb 6 2005, 01:59 PM 
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| newbie Group: Members Posts: 19 Joined: 2-February 05 Member No.: 633  | 
				Nah, out east.  :drive:  Got enough hours to get to a track day this year, so I may just spring for the BMW driving school this fall if I get the Z out. There's a few M3's and a dude usually shows up with his modena. | 
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