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Cars for Sale/Trade
06-20-2022, 01:31 PM
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SOLD!!! FS: 2013 FR-S >>> A very early FR-S
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Black Tire
Wow! I really did not know about the "First"...
Wow! I really did not know about the "First" program! I don't think mine was purchased under this program as I think I would have been told about it. I did order the car 2-3 months before I received...
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Great Lakes
08-13-2016, 01:04 PM
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4,441
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Minnesota Check In
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830,617
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Black Tire
$250 for the set. Blu-by-U said that he would buy...
$250 for the set. Blu-by-U said that he would buy them, but has not contacted me to set up a time to pick them up.
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DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides
08-05-2016, 12:14 PM
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DIY - Transmission / Diff Fluid Change Reference Guide
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400,297
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Black Tire
Rusted Plugs!
I change the differential and transmission fluid every year using Amsoil. This year, the fill and drain bolts were very rusted (outdoor parking and Minnesota winter road salt). I had trouble getting...
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Great Lakes
07-30-2016, 03:44 PM
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4,441
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Minnesota Check In
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830,617
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Black Tire
Anyone looking for winter wheels, or just another...
Anyone looking for winter wheels, or just another set? I am selling my OE FR-S wheels. I also have a set of BF Goodrich Rivals 225/45R17.
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
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01-28-2016, 11:53 AM
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Colored Tires, a whole new show game?
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Black Tire
I'm really not looking for colored tires, as I...
I'm really not looking for colored tires, as I don't have the money for them. I just thought it would be fun if I did have the money to put a set on the car to play with people's minds a bit,...
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
Sponsored by The Tire Rack
01-28-2016, 12:23 AM
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Colored Tires, a whole new show game?
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Black Tire
Colored Tires, a whole new show game?
Proudly made in China , probably not the best at anything, not terribly expensive, available in sizes to fit our cars, and they come in [I]COLORS!
17-inch ZZOLA Tires...
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Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)
01-24-2016, 09:19 PM
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Windshield wiper blades / housings?
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Black Tire
Treat the windshield first
My advice is to treat the windshield first.
I am currently using this product:
Aquapel Glass Treatment
but I will probably change to this when I get the chance:
FORTE: Extreme...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
01-23-2016, 08:06 PM
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Best lightweight battery still useful for DD'ing?
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Black Tire
More Testing Needed
I wish there was an "Enthusiast Consumer Reports" to test all of these lithium batteries. I really think they are the future, but they need real honest testing and data to refute and/or confirm some...
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Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS]
12-20-2015, 10:17 PM
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How do I improve my avatar quality
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Black Tire
The best solution is to try to resize it using an...
The best solution is to try to resize it using an image editing program. GIMP will work, as mentioned above, and it is free. If you have access to Photoshop, that could potentially be even better. I...
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Forced Induction
12-20-2015, 07:55 PM
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Turbocharge vs. Supercharge vs. None
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7,583
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Black Tire
Save this thread?
Could we try to save what I think is a very useful thread before everyone just pushes it aside and says, "do more research" ?
How about details as to why you chose a supercharger. Also, do you...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
12-20-2015, 07:29 PM
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Is it necessary to pre-fill the oil filter?
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8,772
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Black Tire
Serious answer: No need to fill the oil...
Serious answer:
No need to fill the oil filter. If you want to be careful about oil, you would be better off using jack stands to change the oil when the car is as near to level as possible, as...
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
Sponsored by The Tire Rack
12-17-2015, 12:55 AM
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Lug Nut Recomendations
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19,422
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Black Tire
Technically true, but this seat is not long...
Technically true, but this seat is not long enough in some cases. My stock lug nuts scratched marks in my RPF1's because of this.
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
12-13-2015, 09:11 PM
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Downshift vs neutral roll
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Black Tire
I usually neutral roll to a stop because brakes...
I usually neutral roll to a stop because brakes are cheap and engines, transmissions and clutches are not, but it depends on the situation as sometimes I do downshift before the stop. Most of my...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
12-13-2015, 11:52 AM
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2017 Model Year Improvements
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Black Tire
Oh, sure! Next thing you'll be telling us it that...
Oh, sure! Next thing you'll be telling us it that the FR-S/BRZ/GT-86 will stay with a front engine configuration instead going to a mid-engine layout like the next Corvette. :)
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
12-05-2015, 09:05 PM
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First and Second gears are clunky...
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Black Tire
I noticed that the second or third transmission...
I noticed that the second or third transmission fluid change helped even more. I think getting out all of the original OEM fluid is the reason here. I think this may be the reason that some people...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
11-18-2015, 11:50 PM
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Lightweight crank pulley vs OEM vs Fluidampr by MotoIQ
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Black Tire
I would assume that it is no different than any...
I would assume that it is no different than any other crank pulley. It would probably be a good idea to replace the retaining bolt and the o-ring with new parts at the same time. Try this thread:
...
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Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS]
05-31-2015, 09:40 PM
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Can Anyone Else Relate?
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9,999
Posted By
Black Tire
Yes, but I found out a long time ago that it was...
Yes, but I found out a long time ago that it was a myth. If you want the girls to take notice, buy a Prius :cry:.
Forum:
Great Lakes
05-29-2015, 11:04 PM
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4,441
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Minnesota Check In
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830,617
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Black Tire
Unless you are planning for next year. The SA2015...
Unless you are planning for next year. The SA2015 helmets should start to become available this November or December.
Forum:
Great Lakes
05-29-2015, 01:14 AM
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4,441
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Minnesota Check In
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830,617
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Black Tire
"Track ready" depends on your experience, how...
"Track ready" depends on your experience, how fast you drive and somewhat on the organization that is sponsoring the event. At a minimum, you really should invest in a set of track focused brake...
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
Sponsored by The Tire Rack
05-25-2015, 11:47 PM
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Sumitomo HTR Z III vs Hankook Ventus V12 evo2
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Black Tire
I had the Sumitomo HTR ZIII and they were pretty...
I had the Sumitomo HTR ZIII and they were pretty good in the dry, but bad in the wet. I just instructed in an E36 M3 during a driving school that had the Hankook tires, and these seemed to be quite...
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FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum
04-26-2015, 08:53 PM
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Monster Tajima crashes
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2,817
Posted By
Black Tire
She's breaking up
Cue the video to 0:30.
She's breaking up, she's break….
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
03-20-2015, 11:41 AM
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Tein Flex Z opinion
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279,565
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Black Tire
I think the BRZ is the ZC6, the FR-S is the ZN6...
I think the BRZ is the ZC6, the FR-S is the ZN6 like the Toyota 86. This is from the listings on the vendor's website:
VSQ54-C1SS4
Subaru - ZC6 - RA - F:6k R:6
VSQ54-C1SS4
Toyota - ZN6 - GT...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
03-13-2015, 05:02 PM
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7
Blown Shock / Strut Club - Original,OEM units
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2,438
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Black Tire
Both of my rear shocks are gone at 40k miles. I...
Both of my rear shocks are gone at 40k miles. I didn't even bother to look seriously at the fronts, as I am planning on aftermarket replacements anyway. I do a fair amount of short track...
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Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions
03-12-2015, 09:48 PM
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182
List of all your vehicles during your life
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37,482
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Black Tire
1976 Honda Civic Wagon – Orange (totalled in...
1976 Honda Civic Wagon – Orange (totalled in crash)
A couple of months gap --> Drove my dad's 1977 Ford LTD "coupe" – Chocolate Brown
1987 Acura Integra – Red (sold)
A couple of months gap -->...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
03-10-2015, 02:16 PM
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24,612
WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?
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7,304,660
Posted By
Black Tire
Took advantage of the 53°F conditions to wash my...
Took advantage of the 53°F conditions to wash my car outside for the first time since November. I used my favorite ONR (Optimum No-Rinse Wash and Shine) for a quick wash. Still, the result is better...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
03-09-2015, 11:30 PM
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40
Brake firmness/pedal feel
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14,247
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Black Tire
My brakes have started to feel this way lately. I...
My brakes have started to feel this way lately. I plan to re-bleed the brakes this spring and hopefully resolve the issue. I haven't driven hard on the track with the current feel and stock pads, so...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
02-20-2015, 10:53 PM
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56
Swift Spec R Review
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24,154
Posted By
Black Tire
Andy, You say B6, and M23 keeps saying B8....
Andy,
You say B6, and M23 keeps saying B8. :iono:
Which is better for the Swift Spec R or Tarmac springs on our cars?
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
02-18-2015, 01:30 PM
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56
Swift Spec R Review
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24,154
Posted By
Black Tire
I couldn't find them on the Cusco website, but...
I couldn't find them on the Cusco website, but here they are at Rally Sport Direct:
Cusco Front Touring-A Shock Absorbers...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
02-13-2015, 03:31 PM
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10
Cornering
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5,340
Posted By
Black Tire
Did you observe this behavior with all of the...
Did you observe this behavior with all of the electronic controls enabled? If so, you should try the same maneuver with the traction control and VSC shut off. These systems can apply the rear brakes...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
02-09-2015, 05:03 PM
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27
Do it yourself oil change
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9,518
Posted By
Black Tire
FYI, see this thread: ...
FYI, see this thread:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11734
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