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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-13-2019, 09:20 PM
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This doesn't use brz rear rotors, this uses STI...

This doesn't use brz rear rotors, this uses STI rear rotors. They are a larger diameter as well. There is also only one rotor I know this works with the DBA4000 because it is STI but dual drilled for...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 06-21-2019, 02:14 PM
Replies: 367
Views: 252,061
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TSW nurburgring 18x8 +45 should clear...

TSW nurburgring 18x8 +45 should clear (https://photos.app.goo.gl/rJVdbDbjBpZQTLY67).

Note that I don't technically have the PP brembos but this cadillac/evo chimera...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-10-2019, 12:55 PM
Replies: 56
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The bias calculators say to only use half the...

The bias calculators say to only use half the pistons in a fixed caliper setup vs floating. From http://www.tceperformanceproducts.com/bias-calculator/ :
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-28-2018, 10:38 PM
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ya, I am pretty sure it would hit the hub, I...

ya, I am pretty sure it would hit the hub, I don't think there is much space there at all. I also don't think there is enough extra metal to cut the slot into (nor can I think of a good way to cut...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 09-27-2017, 01:56 AM
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Views: 710
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86 badge CAD

I put together a basic cad for the 86 / FRS badge in onshape if anyone is interested in using it or tweaking it: ...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-23-2017, 12:37 PM
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I was out at Thunderhill yesterday. Worked great,...

I was out at Thunderhill yesterday. Worked great, no issues.

Braking is significantly better for me but I also upgraded my front pads (ebc yellow -> carbotech xp8). But with this setup now and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-21-2017, 01:52 PM
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I will update when I have put some track time on...

I will update when I have put some track time on these, I am in the middle of moving though so I don't plan on hitting the track again until maybe mid june.

As for a larger disc, that would be...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-19-2017, 01:20 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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To address the bias shift I have tested swapping...

To address the bias shift I have tested swapping evox calipers over to create a matched set: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2894514#post2894514

As noted there, this will...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-19-2017, 12:41 AM
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Views: 32,516
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EvoX rear caliper swap

http://i.imgur.com/YJlMx5H.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/yRVNvPR.jpg

This is designed as a complement to the ATS front caliper swap: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2628568#post2628568
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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-29-2016, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,422
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So it appears I am out the other side, CEL has...

So it appears I am out the other side, CEL has been off for a couple days now.

Had a cam gear replaced by a local subaru engine builder (outfront motorsports) which was about $800 and replaced the...
Forum: Software Tuning 09-29-2016, 01:18 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 71,834
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So to follow up. I had my cam gears replaced a...

So to follow up. I had my cam gears replaced a week or so ago but still had the CEL. I tried flashing b01c again and leaving the battery off for about 15min. The CEL came back.

I swapped in a new...
Forum: Software Tuning 09-20-2016, 05:51 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 71,834
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Just some more info for those that are curious. I...

Just some more info for those that are curious. I was unable to find the procedure in the service manuals available on the site (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12135) Mostly because...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 09-15-2016, 08:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,893
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Lol I actually considered doing just that at...

Lol I actually considered doing just that at first too, had the hole saw out and everything :)

But decided to go slightly nicer looking, even though I only needed mine on temporarily since I took...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 08-31-2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,893
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3d print sound tube delete plug.

Thought I would share here too, I posted it on thingiverse:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1743273

But if you remove your sound tube and need to plug the hole this will do it. I am currently...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-29-2016, 04:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,422
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Thanks guys, so much for my hopes of...

Thanks guys, so much for my hopes of short-circuiting the process :)

I will print the subaru TSB and bring it in, good suggestion. I guess ultimately I was hoping if I could point them at the...
Forum: Forced Induction 08-16-2016, 04:38 PM
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The install was pretty straight forward. As was...

The install was pretty straight forward. As was mentioned before though be super careful about priming the rotrex before you start the car. I followed the instructions and primed it until the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-14-2016, 07:39 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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So quick update. Did two track days last month, 5...

So quick update. Did two track days last month, 5 mile at thunderhill and button willow (clockwise with the dragstrip, forget the #). Brakes performed excellently, no heat issues, the pads even still...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-13-2016, 01:35 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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Also, I was putting my pads on tonight and as...

Also, I was putting my pads on tonight and as promised before I measured from the center of the hub to the edge of the caliper. For those trying to determine if they will fit your wheels. It measures...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-05-2016, 05:11 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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Sorry I have neglected the thread for a bit. That...

Sorry I have neglected the thread for a bit. That is correct, those are these odd wheel weights GM put on camaro SS pads. I happened to have the camaro SS pads so I am using them until my track pads...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-21-2016, 12:20 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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I looked around a bit for this, the ATS uses...

I looked around a bit for this, the ATS uses sliding caliper so that doesn't help. There are the camaro ss / ctsv brembos but they are much larger, around 14" diameter. The other option are corvette...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-21-2016, 12:44 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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It is painted on as well with vht flameproof...

It is painted on as well with vht flameproof (2000f) paint. The usual recommended way is to.put a decal on then clear coat over it but I didn't trust that to handle track temps, especially with white...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2016, 07:32 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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I didn't dig too deep into the 2 piece options,...

I didn't dig too deep into the 2 piece options, you are going to spend 650+ for a set but the weight drop will be significant (~8lbs per rotor). You can start on the $190 blanks and work up to the 2...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2016, 07:04 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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Just to be clear this is only for the fronts. The...

Just to be clear this is only for the fronts. The rears would remain stock with this setup.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2016, 05:25 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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Is there anything in particular you would like to...

Is there anything in particular you would like to see?

Unfortunately I was running low on time when I actually mounted them and just did it quickly in one night so I didn't take a bunch of pics...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2016, 05:07 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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Here is a quick writeup of painting the calipers...

Here is a quick writeup of painting the calipers with vht paints and what I would do differently if I were doing it again.

First step is you prep the calipers. These are oem brembos and they don't...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2016, 05:05 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 101,414
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$600 Brake retrofit, Cadillac ATS brembos, STI rotors.

Since I don't see any posts about it thought I would share here. A new budget option for larger brakes on the 86.

Calipers:
Cadillac ATS Brembos, $80-$150 each, new (price fluctuates widely on...
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