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Old 06-08-2022, 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by 2fcknfst
I will work until I cannot work anymore; I love it, love what I do, love the challenge and would be worried about what I would do with myself without it.
Not me, too much stuff I want to do. As a solo business owner the business is a ball and chain. I can't leave it alone very long, opportunity costs are too high. I want to go take off 2, 3, 4 weeks at a time, there's NO way I can do that now. I hope to retire in another 5 years or so and have zero plans on working after that.

I've got tons of hobbies that are physical (mtn biking, dirt biking, skiing, etc) and want to be young enough to still enjoy doing them.
Old 06-08-2022, 12:02 PM
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When (if) I go on vacation, the laptop joins. It is fair to say that since '98, I have never been out of contact with the office, no matter where I am in the world.
Old 06-08-2022, 12:34 PM
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The likelihood of my ever retiring continues to diminish as I get older. I should close my company and get a real job. Very disappointing how things have played out; only myself to blame there.
Old 06-08-2022, 12:37 PM
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No sense of personal accomplishment?
Old 06-08-2022, 01:03 PM
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this kit?
​​​​​​https://www.ebay.com/itm/12532476334...QAAOxyQ45RATNl
Old 06-08-2022, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by theprf
The likelihood of my ever retiring continues to diminish as I get older. I should close my company and get a real job. Very disappointing how things have played out; only myself to blame there.
Same here 63 and no chance of retiring...
Old 06-08-2022, 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by docwyte
Not me, too much stuff I want to do. As a solo business owner the business is a ball and chain. I can't leave it alone very long, opportunity costs are too high. I want to go take off 2, 3, 4 weeks at a time, there's NO way I can do that now. I hope to retire in another 5 years or so and have zero plans on working after that.

I've got tons of hobbies that are physical (mtn biking, dirt biking, skiing, etc) and want to be young enough to still enjoy doing them.
Between divorce and covid destroying my income I will be working until I drop! I never liked taking more than a week off for vaca anyway! At 63 I still skydive, scubadive hike the Adirondacks, sail, ski and keep myself active. I have my GF is 32!!
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Old 06-08-2022, 01:12 PM
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A young GF will keep you young and motivated.
Old 06-08-2022, 01:26 PM
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Originally Posted by TrillyPop
What's the process and cost here?
On their website, you select the correct circuit board for your key (one vs two vs three buttons). Cost was about $100/circuit board. They ship the circuit board with the code that is needed to program it. Cost was about $185 at my dealership for the programming. I tried to have my local Indy shop do it, but their PIWIS wasn't working.

Alternatively, you can buy a whole new key fob that comes with the circuit board. I think these run about $200/key. Other than the circuit board, my fob was in good condition so I didn't replace the entire thing.
Old 06-08-2022, 01:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 2fcknfst
No sense of personal accomplishment?
Yes, there is a sense of accomplishment in many ways. However that pays none of the bills.
Old 06-08-2022, 02:39 PM
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Good point.
Old 06-08-2022, 04:26 PM
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ill take the Good with the bad….

battery light and confirmed spotty alternator. 150A Bosch ordered. Any pointers on removal will be appreciated.


APEX wheels and GT3 cup LCA’s and goodies from Demon Speed Motorworks arrived today.
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Old 06-08-2022, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Dranon
That's the one I used! There's also a regular height kit
Old 06-08-2022, 05:21 PM
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I don't have any leaks that I see but I got the spoiler warning alert on my dash!! Trying to weigh my options... I'm pretty sure Clint Hightower also has this kit or something similar
Old 06-08-2022, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Dranon
I don't have any leaks that I see but I got the spoiler warning alert on my dash!! Trying to weigh my options... I'm pretty sure Clint Hightower also has this kit or something similar
6 years ago I had the same issue. I removed the entire system, put it on the bench, bled the system and added fluid to the pump reservoir. I replaced all the copper seals.

Still good after 6 years.


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