Re: [DML] Re: Engine Swap-Out (Rice Burners)

[Soma576@xxxx]

In a message dated 9/29/03 4:17:41 PM Central Daylight Time, 
ihaveanaccount@xxxx writes:

> About the check engine lights, a cold air intake and free flow exhaust
> isn't going to turn on the check engine light on "almost every one of
> them". Plus, why would the engine and transmission leak if there were no
> modifcations to them? This makes no sense.
> 

Check Engine lights and leaking engines and transmissions imply the owner's 
complete disregard for actual vehicle maintenence, or actually more likely, the 
owner bought the car for its looks or 'potential to rice out' rather than 
buying a car that was well taken care of before them. not only that, but they 
don't put any money into keeping the car in top shape (except for the tire 
silicone and fresh wax) such as repairing these types of things. this is as i see 
it every day at work. not to say ALL are like this, but a significant 
majority.


> Body kits and spoilers can and do create downforce, regardless of where
> the engine is. 

On the contrary, you will find that NO body kit or spoiler rice-out 
manufacturer actually claims or offers proof of any actual downforce or aerodynamic 
advantage. in fact, one popular brand even says out right that their product is 
not meant to do these things. 

Andy


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