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People always complain of enhanced bearing wear due to the lack of harmonic dampening (assuming you are looking at one w/o a dampener)

Plugs Fluids- better trans/diff fluids Fancy oil change bushings/mounts Basically shit that is the same price anywhere

The GTR Transmission is the main reason they work so well. Anything, and I mean anything can make XXX whp if you throw money at it, but no automated manual trans on the street can shift as fast and consistently as a GTR trans with mega HP. Dont get me wrong, a GTR/6 speed swap would be cool-but a GTR with a 6 speed would be marginally better than a TT 370z. AKA, lame as aids.

I'd take fresh ones but there is 6 inches of snow up here http://i1003.photobucket.com/albums/af154/coltboostin/IMG_20130602_072635_197-1.jpg http://i1003.photobucket.com/albums/af154/coltboostin/IMG_20130601_154344_090.jpg And oddly enough these are the only two pics not on the shady side of the car.

Wheels a light gunmetal, and "TE37" Bronze, and Chrome! http://i1003.photobucket.com/albums/af154/coltboostin/IMG_20130602_072549_445-1.jpg And an inch lower http://i1003.photobucket.com/albums/af154/coltboostin/IMG_20130601_184310_133.jpg Thank's yall

You have the springs yet? Let me know how that works out. Funny I was thinking Chrome too-since I am leaving the front grills untouched. Wish there were good aftermarket options for this lug pattern.

So the question stands-is the V6 in the SRX good for 200k+operation?

Like the changes! Not to thread jack-but I have also considered trying a different wheel color-but I think silver is best for my paint color. Am I crazy? Maybe a light gunmetal, or go ricer and try good ol' TE 37 Bronze? http://i1003.photobucket.com/albums/af154/coltboostin/IMG_20130602_072549_445-1.jpg Also-do you HAVE to run spacers when installing lowering springs? I have not researched the issue. *edit* Wow, forgot how nerdy stock tips were!

Savage The v6 Rav is on the radar- too bad they don't offer the new one in a V6 Is the 3.6 DOHC/northstar based?

No opinions on the SRX? Great price point for what you get, but I cant find much about the motor/trans combo in terms of reliability. I also cant find if it has a tow rating.

Maintenance scares me. Maybe if I was a VW tech I'd feel more comfortable with that. From what I have seen even minor upkeep is $$$ and many special tools required.

No kids assuming? If so, 997

How long have you owned it? Maintenance done? Any mechanical issues? And yes send details

I want to stay away from Nissan. I have never seen a newer model make 200k without a mass of issues. Have you owned one of these? Is the DOD issue really that bad on the V8? Does the Tahoe have the same issues? I have read mixed reviews-but more leaning towards the problematic. Good to know. I think Ford does make a good truck-my F350 has over 200k and is problem free. No 3rd row in an explorer correct?

I have a new Rav 4 that may be on the market this week. Just need 3rd row seating. Check your PM

I saw that. I am sending him a PM. The Rav 4 is NICE-much nicer than previous years. Just does not fit the current need, and was a knee-jerk reaction when the wife was about to dive birth at the beginning of winter and was diving a Corolla. I dont regret it as it was amazing for her and the baby as a DD

Tahoe=Expedition "size" SUV though? Or, do they "drive" bigger?

Goal-SUV that is wife friendly (see-auto, and OK if she wrecks it lol). She has a 14 Rav 4, but will start baby sitting and may need a 3RD row Budget-8 to 10k. 15+ if it makes sense. Most important to me-reliability. I should not expect to replace an engine/trans at 200k with proper maintenance. Buying Cash, want to keep it for 5+years. Minimum total investment. I would also like for it to be able to tow small boats and cars without worry. My F-350 is just not Family Friendly. Need- 4wd 3rd row Resale Want Remote start Nav/Roof/Do-dads Should I consider... Towing Capacity? Main Contenders GMC Envoy-04 up Price Interior 3rd Row+ I6. Reliable? Can it tow? T case issues? V8-are the issues with DOD that serious? Anyone know when they started to have remote start? Hyundai Santa Fe 07 up Girl friendlly. Do-dads Nice interior Is it realllly reliable? Basically Tow at your own risk it seems Cadillac SRX 04 up Rommy- GM price point with better fit and finish Can park next to my Caddy-get same color for maximum gay V6 ONLY?!?!? Reliable? Towing capacity? again-remote start in what year? Toyota Rav 4 (09-12 with 3rd row) RELIABLE 3rd row No towing Explorer 04 up Better Interior. Limited 3rd Low? Reliable? Worth mentioning Toyota 4runner/Highlander-EXPENSIVE. Not known for towing-less interior room for the $$$ Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade-She thinks its too big. Worth talking her into one? Why? Expedition/Navigator-you tell me. Please give any and all opinions on the matter so I can have Jordan @ JET find me the car!:lolguy:

Agree- Ship the slushbox. May as well get an STi and a used Sebring Vert. All bases covered.

No blower I assume?

Yeah, I did the mounts myself. What a pain! Mallett motorsports used to sell an anti-hop kit that worked great! It was pretty simple too. I think I will be getting in touch with him to see how he did it. Think similar to a traction bar set up on a FWD car.

Car looks good. Did you do the mounts and diff bushings yourself? How much of a differecne did the bushings make with wheel hop?

Props to even offering this Doc! You are one of the few collectors I respect. USE the cars, and let other people enjoy your collection! If the Bentley can take a baby seat-I'd be your huckleberry

Fun pedal-added

Thats crazy- basically everyone has gas hookup from downtown to south of Canton (1.5 hours out of the city)