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Not sure where you're located, but in upstate NY these guys do outstanding work for a reasonable price. http://www.berg-racing.com

I used Bear Transport to get my Birkin from the State of Washington to NJ. Arrived safe and Clean for under $2K

I recently purchased new ball joints from Dick at Texas Motorworks. The pair, including the threaded adjusters cost about $50 and came in a few days. Much simpler than finding a "comparable" part.

Gherkin, This looks awsome! I have the same engine/sump on my Birkin. Do you think your friend would want to make another one? I have the stock aluminum guard, but it seems fragile. Paul

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I used Bears Transport to get my Birkin from WA to NJ. They were quick, professional and offered one of the better prices. 847-810-7641.

UPS will also hit you for duty. Often in a bill that comes later. Not a high percentage, but enough you notice if you're getting big ticket items.

Thanks, Tom. That's only about 90 minutes from here, so is do-able. I'll give them a call. Yep, 7 gatherings at NJMP are in the plans......

So, I want to replace the stock bar on my '03 Birkin with something more protective for track days (a roll cage). I see a couple of options: Buy the cage sold by Texas Motor Works, or find a local shop to fabricate one. The one from TMW has the advantage of being bolt in (and can be swapped out for stock easily) but is a bit pricey, especially with shipping to central NJ. A custom bar needs be designed and I need to find a shop nearby that is competent in both design and safe fabrication (and could also get pricey). Comments, advice, random thoughts?

Can't find the photos?????

Croc, thanks, I posted there per your suggestion. Pi7ot, I assume I just check the resistance cold and hot? Are there some standard numbers I should be looking for, or are they specific to the sending unit? Thanks

Anyone have any experience with a Zetec 2.0 and a GEMS ECU. The car I just bought has this setup, but is way out of whack. It runs, but is so rich it burns my eyes. I have the gear to tweak the ECU, but wondered if anyone has a decent map I can start with. I'd rather not have to build one from scratch. Thanks

I couldn't get a cheap switch from O'Reillys as mine has a steering column lock. So I took the lock off and went back to the locksmith. The blank for the ignition is from an old Datsun (Ilco DA25-P) and the gas cap is from an older Honda (Ilco X252 HD108)

Anyone know what key blanks a Birkin built in 2003 would use? I want to make a second ignition and gas cap key but Dick Brink is out of blanks and the local locksmith is stumped. Thanks

FYI- I just bought this car..........the adventure begins.....

OK, as some of you know, I'm shopping. At the risk of opening a very old (and potentially contentious topic), this car has a solid rear. Is an IRS worth waiting for?

This car was on eBay recently and didn't sell (or hit the reserve) at $22,730

Thanks to you guys that braved the cold and showed up at the BCX meet. Enjoyed seeing the Superformance and Ultralite!

See you then!

Looks like BCX has a meet this coming Saturday. Any chance there'll be any 7's there?

Yep, that's when I meant.....

Yep, that's when I meant.....

Birkin builder told me he's had the car listed for $48.5K and the reserve on the auction is less than that.

I do plan to come to the members day next weekend at NJMP to get a look at your cars. Doylestown is also not a huge trip for me. What's "cars and coffee"?

Oops, sorry, I know who makes the Stalker.....