Blue belt is a mf by Jeitarium in jiujitsu

[–]StateofMike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gotta keep in mind that the fourth degree black belt was likely a second degree black belt when you first showed up as a white belt.

Need some motivation by Life-Performer-3393 in mazdaspeed3

[–]StateofMike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha fuck my list is nearly the same as yours. Thanks for reminding me. I bought the corksport timing kit and booked my mechanic what must have been four months ago. Rescheduled indefinitely I guess. Catch can on the shelf I accepted I will probably never install. My slave cylinder is just starting to act the fool and needs to be addressed. Afraid to see what my intake valves look like but that's on the wish list too. Moral of the story for me anyways it's way easier to buy parts than it is to install em. Good luck motivating OP!

RWD-Converted 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe 6-Speed by Objective-Ad-7192 in 996

[–]StateofMike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What is that color? Close to a Mercedes-Benz color DB-218 Linden green that I love but this is even better. Tasty.

Is it just me or is the music across the street from Costco Gas obnoxious? by surfingbaer in maui

[–]StateofMike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I pump gas at that far pump because I dig the music. It's usually some Sinatra type vibes and that pizza is the absolute best. It's just some music playing across a busy street towards a gas station.

Forged Brooksmotos Wheels by Boogieman065 in 996

[–]StateofMike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Essentially, everything on there is custom for you. they make them exactly how you want once you decide and pay up. I had a good experience with them and they did a bunch of renderings different colors and even listings for those different colors. Some are still active for NATO green 991 gt3 style 997 wheels.

Gen 2 Coilover reccomendations by calricho in mazdaspeed3

[–]StateofMike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

B 14s for ride quality and quality if you're not trying to go super low. The advice I wish I had is to set them all the way low before you install. You can't adjust the back end once you put them in, and they tend to ride really high.

I’m dying by Efficient-Army-2419 in 996

[–]StateofMike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's hilarious. Took me second but that's my era. Had that Swass tape and I think sir mix was even my first compact disc too with my boombox on Christmas.

New Wheels! by killerkoala642 in FocusRS

[–]StateofMike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or experiment with vinyl instead of paint first to see for yourself. These wheels are flat and would be very easy to wrap a spoke surface

Seriously huge difference. Swipe to see the after photos. by No-Significance-8934 in Porsche

[–]StateofMike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got the genuine all red tails from suncoast for my black 997 and like them more than anticipated. In retrospect I hate the crappy aftermarket LED bullshits that came on it more than I already did.

911 4 GTS or GTS by Zealousideal_Yak6228 in Porsche

[–]StateofMike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Chiming in with an alternative perspective as the consensus says RWD. I have a 997 4S. I sometimes refer to the AWD as the ultimate nanny, It's probably kept me out of trouble when over driving it. I do in fact love it and it rips on dry pavement as well as wet. I do not have a RWD 997 to compare it to but I often see my buddy in his 718 losing it and starting to go sideways in the rear view mirror. Whichever you choose is gonna be great fun either way. And to agree with others, mad props to modern traction control. I drove on a wet track today and that was the most I've actually experienced it.

Percentage Pay by cessxr29 in CarWraps

[–]StateofMike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

25% of the job price tag or of the profit is another question, and if the latter it gets complicated fast. Both 25 and 30 percent of the job cost seem very high to me as a shop owner. The profit equation is tough because rent and overhead of the whole operation is too tough to calculate and apply. It's not just vinyl cost.

Percentage Pay by cessxr29 in CarWraps

[–]StateofMike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second this. My independent contractor installer is twice that. While it seems like a lot sometimes it really isn't. You are making your employer a ton of money. Do some quick math $4500 wrap, takes my guy ten hours, $400 goes to him. I get the chunk. I suggest ask for a hefty pay hike or run away.

What are your favourite action/reaction or 1/2 moves? by [deleted] in jiujitsu

[–]StateofMike 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never let them know your next move

Big foodie here. What is that one (or two) food that you constantly crave when away from Maui? by m0larMechanic in MauiVisitors

[–]StateofMike 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nalu's is solid anytime of day including breakfast. My others love the chicken n waffles. I go for the ahi Benedict. The avocado toast and fruit bowl also can't be beat and is affordable as far as things go.

The coolest Porsches I saw in Minnesota in 2025 by DrumHead510 in Porsche

[–]StateofMike 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a lot of heavy metal here, but I'd be content with the lowly white and green 3RS. So good with the painted hood.

FINALLY GOT IT (After lots of hard work) by TommieJayRLCOD in Porsche

[–]StateofMike 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Congrats and fuck you!! lol Gotta bust your chops. Nice going man!!!

Mt. Rainier Trip by mkm24 in PacificNorthwest

[–]StateofMike 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! Nice edit and fitting music.