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Old 03-22-2019, 08:34 PM
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Hello Everyone,

I have been poking in and out of this forum since 2013 when I sold my much loved GT Silver 2010 GT3.
Long time 997 GT2/GT3 Rennlisters will remember that I was the guy who pioneered the Centerlock to 5 Lug conversion. See sticky above!

Well, I just purchased another 2010 GT3 last week......so I am now "back in the saddle" for good!
After a year of searching I found this car (see below).......Yep, I plan to track it some more, I have already done two track days and added 1200miles. LOVE IT!

My first mod will be, of course, a 5 lug conversion with Forgeline GA3R's, and likely a four wheel brake upgrade (Stoptech Trophy).

Best regards,
Doug N

Basalt Black 2010 GT3 - 21,000 miles


- RS single mass flywheel.
- ARP safety wired camshaft actuator bolts.
- Welded coolant pipes with Sharkwerks metal coolant elbows
- Stock mufflers and cats
- GIAC software
- RS Final drive
- Guard LSD upgrade. 50/80
- RS 4.0L clutch
- Front Mono Ball inner control arm bushings
- Adjustable Front Thrust Arm/Caster bushings
- Adjustable Rear Toe Arms with locking plates
- Stock brakes with "crappy track" pads
- GMG RSR harness bar
- OEM Leather GT2 Carbon Fiber Sport Bucket seats
- OEM Late model RS Sport Steering wheels with Rennline Aluminum Pedal Set and Dead Pedal
- Clear film on front end - Full bumper, full fenders, Full hood, and mirrors

Old 03-22-2019, 08:46 PM
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Welcome back. Good to see one of the OGs back in the game.
Old 03-22-2019, 10:08 PM
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no five lug...
pls show yourself to the door....
Old 03-23-2019, 07:32 AM
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Good to have you back
Old 03-23-2019, 08:36 AM
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Awesome, congrats!
Old 03-23-2019, 11:24 AM
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Congrats Doug! You knew you would be back eventually :-)
Old 03-23-2019, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by DJN
Hello Everyone,

I have been poking in and out of this forum since 2013 when I sold my much loved GT Silver 2010 GT3.
Long time 997 GT2/GT3 Rennlisters will remember that I was the guy who pioneered the Centerlock to 5 Lug conversion. See sticky above!

Well, I just purchased another 2010 GT3 last week......so I am now "back in the saddle" for good!
After a year of searching I found this car (see below).......Yep, I plan to track it some more, I have already done two track days and added 1200miles. LOVE IT!

My first mod will be, of course, a 5 lug conversion with Forgeline GA3R's, and likely a four wheel brake upgrade (Stoptech Trophy).

Best regards,
Doug N

Basalt Black 2010 GT3 - 21,000 miles


- RS single mass flywheel.
- ARP safety wired camshaft actuator bolts.
- Welded coolant pipes with Sharkwerks metal coolant elbows
- Stock mufflers and cats
- GIAC software
- RS Final drive
- Guard LSD upgrade. 50/80
- RS 4.0L clutch
- Front Mono Ball inner control arm bushings
- Adjustable Front Thrust Arm/Caster bushings
- Adjustable Rear Toe Arms with locking plates
- Stock brakes with "crappy track" pads
- GMG RSR harness bar
- OEM Leather GT2 Carbon Fiber Sport Bucket seats
- OEM Late model RS Sport Steering wheels with Rennline Aluminum Pedal Set and Dead Pedal
- Clear film on front end - Full bumper, full fenders, Full hood, and mirrors

Good on you brother! Enjoy in good health.
Old 03-23-2019, 07:04 PM
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Nice catch! That car is modded wisely, modded similar to mine but I've already gone to 5-lug. Welcome back to the fold and enjoy that new car!
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Congrats, enjoy in good health!
Old 03-23-2019, 10:32 PM
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Nice pick up Doug, looks like a great car. Let the modding begin.
Old 03-25-2019, 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by bmwtye
Welcome back. Good to see one of the OGs back in the game.
Thanks Tye! Hey, I'm not THAT old!

Originally Posted by mooty
no five lug...
pls show yourself to the door....
Oh you Funny....you haven't paid up (with lunch and BEER) for 5 lug consulting!

Originally Posted by tasman
Good to have you back
Excellent thank you! It feels GREAT!

Originally Posted by CT944
Awesome, congrats!
Much appreciated Sir, I love it!
Old 03-25-2019, 01:20 PM
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Originally Posted by cavlino
Congrats Doug! You knew you would be back eventually :-)
Thank you Carm.....yep, I'm predictable, and know a good thing when I see it! Are you still in?
Old 03-25-2019, 01:45 PM
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Originally Posted by MJSpeed
Good on you brother! Enjoy in good health.
Will do Sir, thank you!

Originally Posted by ranger22
Nice catch! That car is modded wisely, modded similar to mine but I've already gone to 5-lug. Welcome back to the fold and enjoy that new car!
Much appreciated! I was looking for a while, and I could not believe all of the excellent and necessary mods on this car.....yep, five-lugs-a-comin' !

Originally Posted by masti99
Congrats, enjoy in good health!
Yes Sir!

Originally Posted by usctrojanGT3
Nice pick up Doug, looks like a great car. Let the modding begin.
Thanks! Indeed there is still lots for me to do! Which adds to the fun!


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Welcome back.
Old 03-27-2019, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by DJN
Thank you Carm.....yep, I'm predictable, and know a good thing when I see it! Are you still in?
I was until last week, back to the drawing board sort of speak... Let just say I will be paying close attention to your 2nd round of 5 wheel lug conversion posts that I hope you will be keeping us posted on.


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