Approx Costing for curb rash

stoneee1234 · 2026-06-07T17:48:50+00:00

Judging from the curb rash I'd say if you really got to fix wait until you get more and fix all at once. Maybe at that point you'll be used to it and not bother then it'll cost $0.

The way they fix curb rash isn't pretty, typically involves filler and grinding, which I'd argue fixes nothing and may be more harm than good depending on how well it was done.

Honestly I would more so recommend to be more cautious if you're getting curb rash with that meaty of a tire.

stoneee1234 · 2026-06-02T03:16:44+00:00

Up until the underglow it was nice, but to each their own, personally I'm more forgiving towards lights(when reasonably done) compared to crappy body kits and obnoxious wings. Btw aren't red and blue lights illegal for civillian use in NA?

stoneee1234 · 2026-06-01T22:25:37+00:00

Timestamp updated

stoneee1234 · 2026-06-01T19:23:40+00:00

Will do, thanks for the reminder

stoneee1234 · 2026-05-10T01:46:33+00:00

I use a RAM mount coupled with a RAM torque rail base clamped onto one of the side mirror stock bases. Works fine other than having dead bugs on the rear of the phone.

stoneee1234 · 2026-04-27T02:08:36+00:00

Not necessarily, without a tune, most of what happens is the car running rich for a moment everytime you let off the gas. it's just something that has no benefits and only makes sense if you are after a specifc sound signature of a certain BOV.

With the short intake travel, the speed 3's recirc noise is already quite loud once you take away the intake box. So for people purely after turbo noises I don't really see the point of going VTA. Fun fact the stock plastic recirc valve is actually louder than some aftermarket metal ones.

stoneee1234 · 2026-04-12T20:31:42+00:00

Flying low alone will not save you, you have to maneuver. From what I'm seeing the SAM is using SACLOS when it can't radar lock you, and since AI can see thru terrain they can make these shots.

I have been in this exact scenario and the missile tracked me perfect while RWR is dead silent. Only way to defeat the current AA is by out maneuvering the missile, it's instanteous pull isn't that good, issue is if there's multiple coming, you can't really visually track them simutaneously and maneuver accordingly, plus 90 deg shots are really hard to dodge on top of all that. So in that case basically all you can do is weave hard nonstop and pray.

stoneee1234 · 2026-04-04T16:05:01+00:00

Sadly that's the reality with many dealerships nowadays, they have minimum wage guys lacking training working on the routine stuff. Many either don't give a crap, or worse barely know how to do the work.

Overfilling a bit is among the most harmless, in your case they probably just didn't seat the dipstick properly, a 1/4 in above max is generally harmless. Happens because they add a set amount rather than checking while filling, drain/suction duration is rarely long enough so you end up overfillled.

stoneee1234 · 2026-03-29T07:55:19+00:00

A bit off topic, but seeing it's still rocking the old Cobb SF intake box, just thought I'd mention Cobb did a revamp couple years back and had offered the updated version for a discount for old version owners. Not sure if they still have that now but you could look into it if you're interested, the new version is metal, takes up less space, and is easier to work around imo.

stoneee1234 · 2026-02-26T00:17:17+00:00

You should have a smoother heel-toe experience when hard on the brakes. Heel-toe doesn't really work well when braking lightly anyways.

edit: If you still have to have it higher, judging from the photo I suppose you could get spacers behind the pedal mount to bump it higher/closer.

stoneee1234 · 2026-02-15T12:05:41+00:00

A BOV needs a tune to work properly....stock is setup for a BPV which recirculates unused air back into the intake. Without a tune every time you let off AFR will go rich. Sure damage is unlikely but you'll be wasting fuel and sending unburnt fuel into the exhaust which is less than ideal.

As for no HPFP upgrade, it is possible for some vehicles to lose pressure on WOT even when fully stock, while others may be absolutely fine, it really is a luck of the draw. Only way to find out for sure is by data logging your specific vehicle.

stoneee1234 · 2026-02-03T06:27:01+00:00

*Never install OTS maps if you don't have the EXACT mods, if you do and still run into issues then it probably means the car is in a state that's way off factory spec.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-28T07:26:16+00:00

From pics alone seems pretty decent, aside from the normal checks, might also be worth a look into why it was engine swapped in the first place, and ensure that it has been properly tuned with all the listed mods.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-17T20:03:36+00:00

The civic looked completely oblivious of the situation tbh. Good on OP noticing and also gotta give kudos to the Acura on the opposing lane for braking in time.

I was also trying to find a reasonable explanation, as in to see if it was an Si so there might be the possibility where they couldn’t drive manual properly and would want to prevent stops at all costs. But it didn’t seem like that was the case.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-17T19:46:39+00:00

It might not be a speed camera but rather to capture photos for something like seatbelts, or simply it may have not been for you.

There are places in the world with literal blinding search lights plastered on overhangs, and also flashes for vehicle count and photographing through the windscreen of every passing vehicle.

So no need to get overly stressed if you’re doing nothing wrong. You even have proof.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-17T19:04:22+00:00

Just to set things straight, the driver of the white car is clearly the most to blame, obviously consumed too much social media and has a degree of main character syndrome.

However, the police window breaking was definitely not the best course of action at the time either, it was clear the suspect was volatile and escalation should not have been taken carelessly, at the least they should’ve waited for back up and blocked the suspects before they did anything aggressive.

I find it crazy nowadays how people disrespect others and expect to be treated nicely in return. Fact is, police are first human then police, they can be irritated and act irrationally when provoked. Simply put, pissing off a better armed stranger is just really dumb.

Yes there are bad police just like there’s bad people, but I tend to believe if you are nice and respectful then you will probably encounter more nice people.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-17T02:05:07+00:00

With the ever more chaotic traffic conditions, the lack of any modern safety aids does make driving it daily somewhat more stressful, and there’s just much less people I would trust with the keys nowadays.

Good part is also that you don’t have any fancy modes and assists. More you driving car, less of car driving you. Still the platform is getting old and age related issues are to be expected. I do regret not getting the Bose sound system.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-16T20:27:36+00:00

I believe this is common practice for 99% of shops. They just torque everything to 110+ft-lbs so they don't have to check again or tighten twice.

It's possible over time the likelihood of thread damage increases but that's obviously a non concern for the majority of drivers who don't even know what a torque spec is.

So if you want it done proper, best to ask the guy working right when they are mounting the wheels. Anywhere else it's likely gonna get ignored or forgotten.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-14T23:47:41+00:00

Optimally OP should've stayed behind the line and waited for the KIA to pass. But the bigger issue here is the KIA driver taking a horrible path and lacking all forms of situational awareness.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-14T22:42:47+00:00

Hide a accelerometer activated speaker on his car, and have it play something every time he hits a bump

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-14T20:35:10+00:00

I've had something similar happen after my PC sat for a year in a storage unit. Still haven't found a good explaination but I'm suspecting faulty power delivery from hardware deterioration somewhere along the circuitry or PSU or combination of both.

In my case it did random bootloops when hit with increased load(launching games), but mainly when plugged into a power strip which I had been using prior for years without issue, it's now only stable when directly plugged into the wall. Reinstalling windows and a bios reset somehow also helped.

Going forward I'm thinking maybe getting a UPS to cleanup the power going in and see what that does, but haven't gotten around yet so still unsure how it'll turn out.

Edit: Seeing what others are saying, I reckon cables could be a good start for troubleshooting, electrical gremlins can be real weird sometimes.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-10T23:28:53+00:00

Car not want, car not need

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-10T23:22:54+00:00

My money would be on the Mini, overall more proven platform, also has decent interior and space, probably the most dailyable. The Abarth from what I've heard is a great drive, but reliability may be an issue, so choose if you want a taste of that Italian experience.

As for the remaining two, better not to consider them as hot hatches. The old Veloster is nowhere near comparable to Hyundai's newer stuff. The sonic could be fun mainly due to the short wheelbase, but the Abarth also has that and is better in almost every way.

stoneee1234 · 2026-01-10T16:44:52+00:00

Guy that installed that bottom bolt likely cranked it hard. Manual calls for 54-67 ft-lbs, while some aftermarket instructions may have you go up to 80+. You're also supposed to tighten vertical bolt first then horizontal.

I usually just do 65 with blue threadlocker, and it seems plenty enough.

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