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Old 09-21-16, 07:39 AM
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It all depends on what you are looking to do. The first gen's would be the "easiest" of the bunch since they don't have as much electronics on them compared to the other cars. Also being non turbo makes the learning curve shorter.

Finding out what you want the car to do in end is more important than the car.

Buying a car to modify it to not stock is easy. You can find bad unfinished projects on here all day long. Doing it the right way takes time and money. Ask yourself how of both you are willing to spend first.
What ^ said, and let me reiterate Doing it the right way takes time and money, and even longer and more money if you are a DIYer, or are not following a trend.
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anyone in the area know how and is willing to fix the odometer on a fd.
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Old 09-22-16, 06:29 AM
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Anyone know of a good/trusted mechanic in Columbia, Maryland? My brother lives down there and has been ripped off by the Honda Stealership too often. All recommendations are welcome, thanks!
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Old 09-22-16, 11:49 AM
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Billy - for my rotary and my regulars, I have two mechanics. Known one 35+ years another 15+ years. West Street BP, on West St. Parole/Annapolis. As honest as Abe. Not in Columbia - about 45minutes from Columbia. I live in Laurel MD, not too far from Columbia and drive there for EVERY automotive need except simple oil changes & tires. PM me if want more info on Johnny & Orlando. Bill
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Old 09-27-16, 03:29 PM
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anyone in the area know how and is willing to fix the odometer on a fd.
What do you mean by fix the odometer? Did it stop showing numbers? Or are you trying to make sure the numbers are right?
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Old 09-27-16, 07:22 PM
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What do you mean by fix the odometer? Did it stop showing numbers? Or are you trying to make sure the numbers are right?
odometer stopped working. Replaced the larger capacitor which looked blown but that didn't fix anything. Checked all the other capacitors on the board that I could see (limited knowledge on circuit boards) and they all looked good.
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Old 09-28-16, 02:35 PM
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odometer stopped working. Replaced the larger capacitor which looked blown but that didn't fix anything. Checked all the other capacitors on the board that I could see (limited knowledge on circuit boards) and they all looked good.
Even if they aren't blown the others could be out of spec. I had the same problem a while back and it drove me so crazy I ended up just throwing money at it and replaced the whole console. You need to swap over your odometer chip to get the right mileage but its a routine solder job. Goodluck
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if anyone is looking for a wide body fc, first gen or a sweet rx3, John Kearney (outskirts of DC) is liquidating his collection. great guy, selling all of his rotary toys. google his shop and ask to stop by to see em
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Anyone going to the last CDC autox of the season? Car is in pieces again but I was thinking of making a push this week to get it back together.
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Old 10-11-16, 10:19 AM
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Anyone going to the last CDC autox of the season? Car is in pieces again but I was thinking of making a push this week to get it back together.
I'm thinking about it Matt. My car is finally ready to go and it's been 5 years since my last event (and first). But if I do go, it'll be to the TnT on Sunday. Anyone else considering? There looks to be 4 spots available in the morning and 3 in the afternoon.

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Old 10-11-16, 10:54 AM
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I was really bad about going to autox this year... I think I went to one event, and that was up in Frederick
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Old 10-13-16, 01:17 PM
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I've only been to 1 this year. 0 in 2015. 1 in 2014. I'm still waiting for parts to arrive so I may not have the car done in time
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Old 10-13-16, 01:29 PM
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Yeah, ideally I'll have the FD running for autox next year
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Okay, let's all collectively get it together next year for more auto-crosses. Sounds like a good goal.
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Old 10-15-16, 03:31 PM
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Short notice but I'm thinking of hitting up the Dulles Landing Cars&Coffee tomorrow morning. Might be a little brisk in the early AM but hey, that's good boosting weather

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Old 10-15-16, 06:00 PM
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Might just have to go as well...
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Hmmm where you guys heading out from and what time?
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I am right off of andrews afb and it shows an hr drive for me so probably an hr before event.
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Old 10-16-16, 06:51 AM
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Well got a mile down the road and lost spark looks like so not making it. Well gents, always have your igniter grounded... The way my coils are relocated I have mine attached to a bolt on the bottom of the bracket and guess it got loose enough. All good again now.
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Bummer. I washed the car last night and aired up the tires. This morning I had 3 flats. Never in all my years has that happened to me. One schrader valve getting stuck slightly open I could see, but three? Anyway, turnout was good today. No other rotaries besides me, but there were some some neat cars. Couple Lambos, a DeLorean, some rat rods, old British stuff, a super clean Grand National, about a million mustangs
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Signed up for last CDC autox of the season. Hope the weather is like this weekend!
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Signed up for last CDC autox of the season. Hope the weather is like this weekend!
Matt - Missed seeing you on the 23rd. Couldn't possibly top last weekends 70 & 80°, but hope it's good enough for you. Went to FedEx Field Sunday afternoon and watched Mike thrash his beast around. He ate the course up ! Bill
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Matt - Missed seeing you on the 23rd. Couldn't possibly top last weekends 70 & 80°, but hope it's good enough for you. Went to FedEx Field Sunday afternoon and watched Mike thrash his beast around. He ate the course up ! Bill
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