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Old 04-01-2007, 07:59 AM
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Old 04-01-2007, 08:19 AM
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Impressive accomplishment!
Old 04-01-2007, 09:30 AM
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the rears are much easier, you should have no issues when it comes time to do those
Old 04-01-2007, 10:33 AM
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Default good job... I always feel better about myself after I learn to do something like that...

It makes you appreciate what you've done to the car. Anyone can pay someone else to do work for them.
Old 04-01-2007, 11:14 AM
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Default burning quads?

Definitely the squatting at each corner for a long time is annoying on the legs. Get a crawler to sit on, or a milk crate of something.

Don't forget to stretch your lower back and legs before wrenching and during!
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Nice job....just a warm-up for the timing belt!
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congrats.... it is a good feeling to do your own work! Now, about getting in shape...
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Only if you or 4driver4 agree to be my assistant for the job.
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I'm planning on tackling mine a couple of months so swing by for a look into the job.
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Yay!! Good Job Dave!! In the future I'd be willing to help out with the labor as well..


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