We have 92 octane just about everywhere. Better than the 91 octane swill Jan is used to tuning on

 

Here is a google map link with nearby Chevron stations.

 

If you're driving down from Canada, the Chevron in Shoreline at 15th and Ballinger Wy reportedly carries 93 if you're set on Chevron.

Many Cenex locations carry 94 octane, but I don't know if the Tacoma one does. The Auburn one definitely has it, and is reasonably close to Tacoma. It's the same price as 92 at other stations.

There's a number of 76 stations that sell $$$ 100+ octane gas at the pump or in buckets, but it's probably counterproductive to dyno-tune with gas better than you'll normally use.

 

Just to clarify, can we pay by check or do we need actual cash to pay Jan?

Thanks!

 

He prefers cash

 

Anyone need a JCW belt, I got one if anyone wants it.

 

My tensioner tool arrived today. Can I change the belt without lifting the engine or removing the wheel liner? I can only find full pulley change how-tos, nothing about just canging the belt.

 

ok
I'm here in Tacoma
will see everyone in the morning

 

Bet you all are not going to be able to sleep tonight in anticipation for tomorrow! Kind of like Christmas in June

 

I just changed my belt yesterday. It took me around 1/2 hour start to finish. I found it easier to remove enough of the fasteners that hold to the wheel liner and bend it back to see what I was doing. You don't need to raise the engine, just make sure you route the new belt correctly. I was amazed at how easy this is to do.

 

Someone said they had changed the belt without removing the tire and liner, but I'm thinking it's not worth the probable aggravation. My new belt is going on momentarily, along with a few other goodies on the list.

Jan ... Good to hear you're in town!

 

What time we leavin' for tacky-oma? :doestheexciteddancecuzhegetstotagaalong:

Jan's gonna lay the wood to some cars this weekend .

 

Gald it worked out for you Dave!

 

Im still lookin for someone to take Michaels spot!

Jan, hope everything is working out for you so far, let me know if you need anything-

 

I hope it won't rain on Saturday as forecasted so that I can enjoy the 3 hours drive to Tacoma...and will help me see the signs, street, exits, etc..as I am one of those bad in getting lost along the road.

 

Rain .............................!?!?!?!?

 

It worked out great! Thanks for loaning me the tool

 

Count me in to help with Clint's tune. Thanks for all the effort you have put into this Clint.

Pat

 

Pat, thank you! I hope to see you at dinner on saturday after the tunes. See the first post on this thread for the schedule. Let me know if there are any problems.

Thank you to all! I am super excited for all of this. It is a pleasure to have Jan come up here and I hope everyone enjoys the experience. I hope to meet everyone at some point. I will be around friday evening and most of saturday to make sure everything is going smoothly. My girlfriend even cleaned my car today as a surprise because she knows how excited I am about this! Take care
-Clint

 

A logistic question for those whom are going to chip in for Clint's tune. Should we just give the extra $20 to Jan, and let Jan know it counts toward Clint?

 

I am sure we will figure it out once everything starts.

 

I think we should all write checks to Clint. Then he can pay Jan directly.

 

Heading down to Speedfactory now!

Just a heads up... when driving through the town of Fircrest after getting off of Hwy 16, watch your speed. Major revenue generator through there.

Will post results later today!

 

OK JeffC2 ... Are you smiling yet?

Let's hear how it's going down there!!!!!!!

 

Headed out for errands with the kids and gonna drop by (even though my day is tomorrow). Will bring the camera.