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July 11, 2005: Finally, some Seven news that's actually technical and not just prattle about other cars.
The differential is out (I enjoy that job less each time I do it) and is being fitted with new bushings. I've started working on the mount as well. I'm considering selling the exotic Guru differential that's currently in the car and replacing it with a standard Torsen. It would save weight and I really don't need the strength of the Guru. The preloading is nice so it won't wheelspin like a Torsen with an unloaded wheel, though.

I've also spent a couple of minutes mucking around with sway bars. I'm trying to figure how to best mount a set of stock Miata ones to the Seven. Given that I also have some high-rate springs on the way, I might just put one smaller one on the front. Or I'll just be a little more creative. I know it's been done before. Also, while goofing around the rear wheels, I noticed the rear brake rotors are blued from heat. The fronts are fine. Well, at least I know I'm working the rear brakes! Perhaps they'll get an upgrade later.

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