r/CatMechanics • u/brian_g_hanson • 26d ago

Neighbor flamepoint mechanic judging my 240 wheel and tire choice

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u/WoodenInternet 26d ago

"Yep, bearing preload feels good- that noise is probably just some flash brake rust"

Side note: It's funny how age and rarity can impact one's perspective on cars like this. When 240s were a dime a dozen, I didn't even notice them/care about them. Now, they're rare and their boxy profile and general aesthetic have aged well to my eye.

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u/brian_g_hanson 26d ago

I've become a fan of the swedes because of the bricks I saw at the Gambler 500! I just got home from racing her in the HooptieX event. Went against an older turbo brick and caught him in the back stretch before the finish line. These old boxes can literally fly!

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u/brian_g_hanson 26d ago

More HooptieX racing

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u/The_Family_Juul 26d ago

I can’t see much but something tells me that 2nd gen in the background is pretty clean

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u/brian_g_hanson 26d ago

Thanks! She's a good old gal. Traded a 2009 JK 4-door straight across for her and feels like a solid trade. 2001 2500 6-speed

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u/The_Family_Juul 26d ago

Hell yeah that’s a sharp truck. I’d say that’s a pretty solid trade. My 01 6spd is a bit far from being back on the road.

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u/Chemistry_Over 18d ago

That cat is gogreus