[V8] Introduction!

[Cary Christopherson]

Hello friends!

My name is Cary. I just picked up the 91 V8Q in Minneapolis that has been
referenced here in the past few days. It's a 5 speed and apparently has had
some work done by a tuner down in florida (rods, cams, pistons, tuning). So
far I am really enjoying it!

The car is in pretty good shape. The blower motor is out which I hear is a
bit of a PITA but I'll get it done before the snow flies. Hopefully I don't
break anything in the process.

I've noticed some clunking on shifts... I'm not the most graceful with the
manual as I haven't driven one for 3 years or so, but I'm wondering if
there's some sort of mount that's wearing out. Hopefully not too expensive.
I already stretched out the winter car budget buying it... ;)

Also, a spring is apparently broken on it so I will need to order a new one,
although it rides great and I haven't really noticed any symptoms of this.

Does anyone know if spare NOS "flashlight keys" are still available? I'd
like to try retrofitting a couple with LEDs. I was quite chuffed when I
discovered this feature of the key, however I think it could use a little
more power.

My goal with this car is to make it my winter daily. 2 torsens = win.

My other cars are an 07 VW GTI and an 86 4KQ with a 10vT swap that is
currently about 90% finished but sidelined for the time being. It needs an
intake and intercooler mounting solution fabricated as well as some wiring
and tuning. I've been too busy lately to finish it and realistically it will
probably need to go to a shop to be finished up as I don't really have fab
skills and the time to do it.

Take it easy!

-Cary