My Frankencar is in the Mail!
07-10-2002, 10:10 AM
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My Frankencar is in the Mail!
Just got off the phone w/ Steve, and he said he just got all the powdercoating done for the next shipment so Anyone that ordered one recently should be seein it soon. I cant wait personally and wanted to ask u smart mothas if I should install it myself, being that I have little to no knowledge of mechanics, and few tools. Has anyone installed one themselves and if so, let me know what it rates on the biiiitch factor.
Thanks Fellas,
TousDaddy
Thanks Fellas,
TousDaddy
07-10-2002, 11:11 AM
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Hey man. I ordered mine recently, I appreciate you posting up the news from him (he didn't get to answer my e-mail, guess he's busy)
About installation, I can guarantee you it'll be easy. Installing a JWT Cone Intake was one of my first mods, and even though it took a bit of time since I was careful with everything, it's helped me in the long run since I've been experiementing with a lot of setups. So I think you should go ahead with the install too.
BTW, the FrankenCar intake or midpipe will include full, simple instructions from what I've heard. Lets hope we can get them by the end of this week.
About installation, I can guarantee you it'll be easy. Installing a JWT Cone Intake was one of my first mods, and even though it took a bit of time since I was careful with everything, it's helped me in the long run since I've been experiementing with a lot of setups. So I think you should go ahead with the install too.
BTW, the FrankenCar intake or midpipe will include full, simple instructions from what I've heard. Lets hope we can get them by the end of this week.
07-10-2002, 01:44 PM
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Re: My Frankencar is in the Mail!
Thanks for the update. I should have a midpipe coming soon then. It's going to replace the $15 home depot custom job I have in there now. The install shouldn't be hard at all. You just need the right sockets. Install it yourself.
Originally posted by TousDaddy
Just got off the phone w/ Steve, and he said he just got all the powdercoating done for the next shipment so Anyone that ordered one recently should be seein it soon. I cant wait personally and wanted to ask u smart mothas if I should install it myself, being that I have little to no knowledge of mechanics, and few tools. Has anyone installed one themselves and if so, let me know what it rates on the biiiitch factor.
Thanks Fellas,
TousDaddy
Just got off the phone w/ Steve, and he said he just got all the powdercoating done for the next shipment so Anyone that ordered one recently should be seein it soon. I cant wait personally and wanted to ask u smart mothas if I should install it myself, being that I have little to no knowledge of mechanics, and few tools. Has anyone installed one themselves and if so, let me know what it rates on the biiiitch factor.
Thanks Fellas,
TousDaddy
07-10-2002, 02:45 PM
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Re: Re: My Frankencar is in the Mail!
Originally posted by CJP
Thanks for the update. I should have a midpipe coming soon then. It's going to replace the $15 home depot custom job I have in there now. The install shouldn't be hard at all. You just need the right sockets. Install it yourself.
Thanks for the update. I should have a midpipe coming soon then. It's going to replace the $15 home depot custom job I have in there now. The install shouldn't be hard at all. You just need the right sockets. Install it yourself.
I would guess friday for most of us depending on location. i am glad u have faith in me to install this myself cause I was iffy about it. I will re-post after the install is complete and let the org member know all about it seeing getting info out of most people in here is like pulling teeth
Stoked for Intake in MN
TousDaddy
07-10-2002, 03:20 PM
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Re: Re: Re: My Frankencar is in the Mail!
Originally posted by TousDaddy
Hey Guys,
I would guess friday for most of us depending on location. i am glad u have faith in me to install this myself cause I was iffy about it. I will re-post after the install is complete and let the org member know all about it seeing getting info out of most people in here is like pulling teeth
Stoked for Intake in MN
TousDaddy
Hey Guys,
I would guess friday for most of us depending on location. i am glad u have faith in me to install this myself cause I was iffy about it. I will re-post after the install is complete and let the org member know all about it seeing getting info out of most people in here is like pulling teeth
Stoked for Intake in MN
TousDaddy
07-10-2002, 04:47 PM
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07-12-2002, 11:59 AM
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Re: Me too
Originally posted by mohfo
I orderd mine on 6/30 and mine is getting delivered on sat 7/13. Can't wait! By the way the install should be easy as pie!
I orderd mine on 6/30 and mine is getting delivered on sat 7/13. Can't wait! By the way the install should be easy as pie!
I thought it would be interesting to poll the guys on this thread about expectations leading up to the install. My expectations are to gain low-end mid range and top end power. Greedy, but thats the way I am
I have a 5-spd, thus i should see the changes in throttling more so than a autotragic(sorry guys) even though I have heard this intake is a superb add-on for autos!Write Back and let Me Know,
TousDaddy
I'm installing it over the weekend 
07-12-2002, 04:04 PM
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Re: Re: Me too
Originally posted by TousDaddy
What do u expect from the Frankencar 4th Gen Intake
I thought it would be interesting to poll the guys on this thread about expectations leading up to the install. My expectations are to gain low-end mid range and top end power. Greedy, but thats the way I am I have a 5-spd, thus i should see the changes in throttling more so than a autotragic(sorry guys) even though I have heard this intake is a superb add-on for autos!
Write Back and let Me Know,
TousDaddy
What do u expect from the Frankencar 4th Gen Intake
I thought it would be interesting to poll the guys on this thread about expectations leading up to the install. My expectations are to gain low-end mid range and top end power. Greedy, but thats the way I am
I have a 5-spd, thus i should see the changes in throttling more so than a autotragic(sorry guys) even though I have heard this intake is a superb add-on for autos!Write Back and let Me Know,
TousDaddy
07-16-2002, 09:27 PM
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backorder.. he ordered some and is waitint for them to powdercoat them i think.. then he'll get it and then he'll ship it out.. dont get nervous-- stever is a stand up guy he wouldnt cheat u guys
he is a VERY busy guy
he is a VERY busy guy
07-17-2002, 06:58 PM
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Intake will be installed SUNDAY!!!!!!!!!!!
My intake is currently sitting on my table at home while I a here at school. So I will be traveling home this weekand to install and will update as soon as I drive home Sun night.(Cant wait!) Has anyone received theirs and installed already? Mine would have been installed last Fri if I was home.
I wonder why u guys havent recieved yours, probably cause of the huge demand now being shown for these intakes.
talk to ya Sun
TousDaddy
I wonder why u guys havent recieved yours, probably cause of the huge demand now being shown for these intakes.talk to ya Sun
TousDaddy
07-17-2002, 07:12 PM
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intake
I purchased a FrankenCar a couple of days ago, paid via PayPal, but never received any e-mails from them...?.........I've also called and left a meesage with an e-mail.........I am just curious to know when I am going to get mine since I am moving to another city soon.....has everyone else recieved notification upon payment, etc.?
07-17-2002, 08:23 PM
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Re: intake
I'm still waiting on my upper intake piece as well. I had to email him for confirmation of payment. I wish some of the companies who sell their stuff here acted a little bit more professionally (ie. Ap-Signworks). I think some of them act like they're doing us a favor in selling us their products.
Originally posted by munji
I purchased a FrankenCar a couple of days ago, paid via PayPal, but never received any e-mails from them...?.........I've also called and left a meesage with an e-mail.........I am just curious to know when I am going to get mine since I am moving to another city soon.....has everyone else recieved notification upon payment, etc.?
I purchased a FrankenCar a couple of days ago, paid via PayPal, but never received any e-mails from them...?.........I've also called and left a meesage with an e-mail.........I am just curious to know when I am going to get mine since I am moving to another city soon.....has everyone else recieved notification upon payment, etc.?
07-18-2002, 10:30 AM
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small delay
I just talked to Steve also.......he has quite a few on backorder, so the ones ordered this/last week should be sent out the beginning of next week, hopefully get it by Friday he said, sounds like a good guy........
07-19-2002, 01:13 PM
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Originally posted by chigga
i ordered mine on the 28th and just came in this mornin. bout to throw it in and report back later......thanx frankencar!!!
i ordered mine on the 28th and just came in this mornin. bout to throw it in and report back later......thanx frankencar!!!
07-19-2002, 07:17 PM
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yeah no prob, i think the reason why its takin a lil while is that he shipped em regular mail and paid the shipping fee for each one, so give em a little credit. puttin it in tomorrow, it rained all day in boston so i'll let ya know how it is tomorrow....
07-20-2002, 11:17 AM
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Wahoo!!!!! Mine came today, I installed and it sounds fantastic!!!
Too bad I am breaking in my clutch, so I cant find out if there is a noticible boost in power, but, considering I drive about 700mi/week, my break in period will not last long
you guys will love it!
Too bad I am breaking in my clutch, so I cant find out if there is a noticible boost in power, but, considering I drive about 700mi/week, my break in period will not last long
you guys will love it!
07-21-2002, 06:34 AM
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Re: Crack Pipe?
Originally posted by MaxJag
What's the deal? Is the crack supposed to be there? If not these should be inspected carefully before being shipping out. I don't want to recieve a cracked pipe. Did anyone talk with Steve about this?
What's the deal? Is the crack supposed to be there? If not these should be inspected carefully before being shipping out. I don't want to recieve a cracked pipe. Did anyone talk with Steve about this?