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Recent content by WildBill

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    Programming Remote Start with Smart Key FOB

    A CANBUS control module is supposed to be available for the Stinger sometime in early 2019. For $300 it can do a whole lot more than just remote start but is not what you'd call plug and play like the OEM solution. I'm waiting to see how that works for people and then I'll likely get one.
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    Winter Wheels & Tires

    I don't think it will fit. The spare tire is even on an 18" rim
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    Winter Wheels & Tires

    Some change out tires in the winter because winter tires offer much better grip than all season tires. Also some of the Stingers come with ultra high performance summer tires on them. They are ice skates in the cold let alone the snow. Buying a second set of rims for the winters makes it so you...
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    What does everyone do for fun/hobbies?

    -Homebrewer for the last 15+ years (my #1 true it's for me hobby) -Love building/wiring stuff (brew system, heated/cooled fermentors, 4 zone programmable temperature controller, decks, barn, firewood processor, etc.) -Coach 2 different robotics teams for my kids schools (elementary & middle...
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    Well, I finally did it...

    Excellent! If you weren't already, you will be your dealership's go-to salesperson when people call in asking about a Stinger. I called a dealer 190 miles away from me (because they had 9 or so Stingers on the lot) and got transferred to the salesperson that had leased a Yellow GT2. He was...
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    Join us on our journey... SSR PERFORMANCE Power Pack 3 Development!

    I swear I saw a picture of the midpipe where it had a huge crimp in it for clearance at the axle. If this is the case then it would be a significant restriction, worthy of replacement.
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    Injen Intake Prototype

    Nice! Do you know what brand and model filters are included? "Up to 20 HP & 10 ft. lbs TQ Gains" Is that with just Will you be posting dyno graphs?
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    Injen Intake Prototype

    Interested to see the final design. Mini305 where did you see the pic? My Google Fu is failing me [???:)]
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    Those in warm climates, how hot do your seats get in the sun?

    That's part of the reason I splurged for a blue GT2 with the ivory interior. A lot cooler plus it breaks up that all black interior nicely. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Who is considering purchasing a KIA for the first time because of the Stinger?

    Not would you consider, but did you buy. Never would have given Kia a second glance if not for the Stinger. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Winter Wheels & Tires

    I know that the Blizzaks and the X-Ice are the premium amazing winter tires out there but damn, If you've got an AWD car I just don't see where you need to spend that kind of money. I'm in upstate NY and drive all over in the winter. My previous car was a 2010 Subaru Legacy GT which I bought a...
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    Stinger Sound System Upgrades Category?

    Pinout for the Harman Kardon amp
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    Stinger Sound System Upgrades Category?

    Remote wire was on the blue connector and was a blue wire with what I'd call a red stripe Speaker wires are on the red connector. I believe that Blue and red were a pair and green and orange were a pair. both are for the front speakers. (At least on the HK system) I recommend that after you tap...
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    Stinger Sound System Upgrades Category?

    The amp, subs, and box I used were all pulled out of storage from an install 15+ years ago in a Trans-Am. I custom made that box for the Trans-Am and am just re-using it. I drew up this 1.1 cubic foot internal volume box as a possible custom design for the Stinger. Dimensions are based off of...
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    Stinger Sound System Upgrades Category?

    Not sure if I can post pictures or not since I have so few posts but here is a link to all my pics of the install. https://www.flickr.com/photos/billjohnn/albums/72157695223651681 Here's dimensions of the board I mounted the amp to. Disregard the note that the amp can overhang 1-1/4" at the...


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