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    Elena from Russia

    Got this one the other day in my email...This is a new one! LOL And they even speak with broken english too! Hello, My name is Elena, I have 32 year and I write you from Russia. I work in library and I can use computer after work when possible. Our situation is very difficult and I send you...
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    Contact at Ford Powertrain

    I was wondering if any of you work or know someone that works at Ford Powertrain. I'm working on a project at school and need some information for a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid...specifically the engine water pump flow rate. I've already looked everywhere online and can't find anything. I'm not...
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    WOODWARD DREAMCRUISE SPOT

    Does anyone have or know of someone that has a spot on Woodward they'd like to donate for the cruise? I'm trying to get our Formula SAE car out there but LTU doesn't have a spot anymore and they said I'd have to find one either through a sponsor, or donation, etc.... Anyone have a spot...
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    Roush Interview

    I know this has probably been covered MANY TIMES and I'm just :beatdeadh but I've got an interview schedule next week for a Co-Op Power Train Engineering Position at Roush's Allen Park facility. I'm a senior at Lawrence Tech (graduating in May) and also team leader of our 2009 Formula SAE team...
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    Golfers IN HERE...

    Lawrence Tech's Formula SAE Team is hosting a 4-man Scramble Golf Outing as a fundraiser for our Formula SAE car. When: Saturday, August 23rd @ 2:00PM Where: Rammler Golf Club 38180 Utic Rd. Sterling Heights, MI 48312 How much: $100/person (includes buffet dinner, 2-3 drink tickets, cart and...
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    Inconel Exhaust Manifold

    We're research the idea of fabbing an Inconel exhaust manifold for our Formula SAE car at school. I was wondering if anyone has every done this. It's super light weight and retains heat very well also (perfect for a turbo'd race car). They actually use them in F1 and Indy Cup series cars....
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    Something you guys might be interested in...

    I don't know how many of you are in the engineering field but I figured I'd show you guys what I'll be doing for my senior project in the next year. It's called Formula SAE, a racing series held by SAE. Schools from around the world develop, design, and construct a Formula-1 style racecar to...
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    Pepperbottom's Status

    So...what date are we looking at for a grand opening? I'm ready to spend that $50 on a nice summer day! Is there going to be a patio/porch somewhere? Kind of like Pat O'Brians over on 10/Jefferson. I stopped by a few weeks ago and checked it out. Should be a good spot for a Wild Woody's-type...
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    Milan Heads-Up CANCELED

    Nevermind.... REPOST
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    Unique Daily Driver

    There is a car for sale by me in Eastpointe (Forest and Grove) that I stumbled upon while riding my bike the other day. It's an early 90's Volvo 740. I was checking the car out when I noticed that they swapped in a SBF 302! It was up for $2300 too! If I had the money I would definitely buy it...
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    Went shooting for the first time...Pistols atleast

    With all the gun threads up nowadays I kind of figured I'd tell you guys about the experience I had this past week. My girlfriend is training a gun shop's protection dog (who business name will remain unmentioned) and was given the opportunity to take her CPL/CCW class through them. She...
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    Vehicle Dynamics Survey

    HELP ME OUT...Vehicle Dynamics Survey I've got a project to do for my Vehicle Dynamics course at school and need some input from you guys/girls. I want to know where vehicle dynamics (ride, handling, responsiveness to driver input, etc.) stands on your priority list compared to other things...
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    Trans-Siberian Orchestra

    Who's goin? They'll be @ the Palace 3PM and 8PM on the Dec. 26! Never heard of them? CLICK HERE
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    Sport Bikers in here......

    My girlfriend is currently looking at buying a bike. Her ex's sister has a 2007 Ninja (500cc) with under 500 miles on it for $4500 (I checked KBB and it came up for $4000). I know there are alot of decent bikes for under $3K (250cc's or so). What bikes should she start looking at for a good...
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    Jay Leno's C6RS

    I wish I was him.... http://www.motortrend.com/features/auto_news/2007/112_news290710_chevrolet_corvette_c6rs/ What do you guys think of this? 8.2L (500c.i.d) small block made out of Billet Aluminum (although its only at 600hp). The car itself looks nice minus the red interior and the ground...
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