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R50/53 Finally, Gen1 Power Steering Delete Kit Available Soon!!!!

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Old Jun 13, 2014 | 03:45 AM
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Thanks minsanity. For the reasons everyone else is in so am I. I actually replaced my pump about 20k miles ago and got reimbursed for the cost...doubt I'll be as lucky next time.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2014 | 03:59 AM
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Just corresponded w/ Carlos....don't wanna up the hype but basing on Condor's experience, they're highly regarded for their model specific products. Their deletes have been well received & had good reviews. Hopeful this 1 goes the same way.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2014 | 04:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Kahnfucious
Thanks minsanity. For the reasons everyone else is in so am I. I actually replaced my pump about 20k miles ago and got reimbursed for the cost...doubt I'll be as lucky next time.
Don't mention it, Kahn. Credit & thanks should be directed more to c0op3r & Condor Speed Shop.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2014 | 04:04 PM
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I was told at one point or another that you can damage your rack driving without the PS ?? bogus info. ?
 
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Old Jun 13, 2014 | 05:01 PM
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If you won't remove most of the fluid that's there for hydraulics, the resistance & pressure might be too much for the U-joint & seals to handle. W/ the delete, you only need a bit of the fluid retained for lube purposes.
 
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Old Jun 13, 2014 | 10:07 PM
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Aloha Minsanity - Mahalo to you and Condor for this mod. Please count me in on the group buy!

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Old Jun 14, 2014 | 04:05 AM
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In. Don't need that outlay of cash again, even if they will reimburse me 5 years later.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2014 | 02:24 PM
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Old Jun 14, 2014 | 11:35 PM
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shifterdriver.

I am very intrested in pump delete i have driven without power steering for a year,i like the feel better outher than parking and very tight qick turns,Right now failed the Smog 3 times ????????.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2014 | 05:14 AM
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I am in for my '02 R53.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2014 | 11:54 PM
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As per the previous thread, very interested and await feedback from those who have been testing...

Thanks much.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 06:49 AM
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Hey, Tony, I know you've been awaiting updates like many of us. I've been kept in the loop by Condor. Let's stretch the patience & anticipation a bit. They're working on prototypes & will be test fitting them, of course. I've also been in touch w/ a MINI owner(member here) who's had positive experience w/ Condor on e30s. He is near them. Advised both parties to get in touch should Condor find difficulty getting a guinea MINI. The reason for this thread that's shared all around is to gauge interest for projected initial quantity. With their experience, I'm confident they wouldn't put out a half-baked product. Word will be out once they put up the group buy link.
In the mean time, stay tuned.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 07:20 AM
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Subscribed, even If I don't need one yet it will be great to have one just in case
 
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 01:09 PM
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Originally Posted by minsanity
Hey, Tony, I know you've been awaiting updates like many of us. I've been kept in the loop by Condor. Let's stretch the patience & anticipation a bit. They're working on prototypes & will be test fitting them, of course. I've also been in touch w/ a MINI owner(member here) who's had positive experience w/ Condor on e30s. He is near them. Advised both parties to get in touch should Condor find difficulty getting a guinea MINI. The reason for this thread that's shared all around is to gauge interest for projected initial quantity. With their experience, I'm confident they wouldn't put out a half-baked product. Word will be out once they put up the group buy link.
In the mean time, stay tuned.
Thanks minisanity.

Will do...
 
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 04:59 PM
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 07:25 PM
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Subscribing for interest. My second return hose just developed a "very, very small" leak. The first one was $700 to repair, this time around it's "only" $400
 
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 09:24 PM
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Count me in. My old 1991 Honda Civic was totally manual steering. I rather miss the experience.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2014 | 09:26 PM
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In as well.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2014 | 12:58 PM
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count me in for the inevitable!
 
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Old Jun 17, 2014 | 04:20 PM
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Im interested in seeing more for sure.
 
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Old Jun 18, 2014 | 01:44 AM
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Count me in... hope can do international shipping...
 
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Old Jun 19, 2014 | 05:30 AM
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vodka, whereabouts are you? Interest is high across the pond on minitorque, too. Will ask Condor on this. Kit is pretty small, so shipping cost isn't expected to be a problem.
 
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Old Jun 19, 2014 | 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Hawaiian Mike
Aloha Minsanity - Mahalo to you and Condor for this mod. Please count me in on the group buy!

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Mike, where are you located... maybe when this product comes out locally can do the DIY as a group, I'm sure Menehune might or already planning ahead. I am in the process of replacing my SC (DIY) so hoping the bypass will be avail soon.
Aloha
 
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Old Jun 19, 2014 | 09:47 PM
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Thanks

Originally Posted by minsanity
vodka, whereabouts are you? Interest is high across the pond on minitorque, too. Will ask Condor on this. Kit is pretty small, so shipping cost isn't expected to be a problem.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2014 | 12:31 AM
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A bit of an update from Condor: They're on 2nd round of testing. And, yes, they take & ship overseas orders.
 
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