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Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-07-2019, 12:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,963
Posted By PandaSPUR
Managed to finally swap my clutch switch using a...

Managed to finally swap my clutch switch using a set of ultra thin wrenches (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PTF9MY).


For anyone curious, this is what the inside of one of these stupid...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-13-2018, 01:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,529
Posted By PandaSPUR
I went from stock suspension + wheels to Tein...

I went from stock suspension + wheels to Tein Monosports + RPF1 on 255/40. This was like two years ago so I can't be sure, but I don't remember the car feeling any worse in terms of ride comfort. I...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-13-2018, 12:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,529
Posted By PandaSPUR
Aside from just looks vs performance, I have...

Aside from just looks vs performance, I have meaty tires mainly to help with the shitty roads in NYC lol. Running 17x9 RFP1s with 255/40 tires. Absolutely not for performance because honestly, I...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 07-17-2018, 04:44 PM
Replies: 4,232
Views: 1,044,842
Posted By PandaSPUR
Plot twist, turns out the Supra is just a GT86...

Plot twist, turns out the Supra is just a GT86 with a body kit and the 4cyl is just the FA20 with OEM turbo. XD
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-03-2018, 04:22 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 28,219
Posted By PandaSPUR
Found the FB page, MSRP of $599 apparently :O...

Found the FB page, MSRP of $599 apparently :O thought it'd be more

https://www.facebook.com/pg/moneyshiftracing/posts/
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-01-2018, 02:07 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,362
Posted By PandaSPUR
I don't think theres a sensor in the clutch...

I don't think theres a sensor in the clutch itself o_O



This is true. Realized this the other day too, kind of a PITA. I'd have to make my own little toggle switch if I ever wanted to get into...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-28-2018, 11:31 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,362
Posted By PandaSPUR
Too many possibilities and weirdness for me to...

Too many possibilities and weirdness for me to figure out exactly what the cause could be, frustrating :(

Doesn't help that my car stays parked at a valet operated garage all week, so I only see...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-27-2018, 11:34 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,362
Posted By PandaSPUR
Hm... I didn't even mess with the connector. I...

Hm... I didn't even mess with the connector. I was literally just wiggling the button of the switch and pushing it in and out. Got some grit off of it that way, seems to have helped.

Last time...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-27-2018, 03:14 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,362
Posted By PandaSPUR
Quick useless update. I fingered the switch a bit...

Quick useless update. I fingered the switch a bit (giggity) and got a bunch of grime off of the outside of it. Seems to have fixed it for now, shrug.

Did also pick up one of these little guys:...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-21-2018, 02:35 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,362
Posted By PandaSPUR
Blah thats the thing, i know where it is. Easy to...

Blah thats the thing, i know where it is. Easy to find. Just hard to reach with a wrench.



Yea went over that last time. My car is parked at a valet lot, and most lots in nyc are valet...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-08-2018, 01:09 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 26,660
Posted By PandaSPUR
^ this. Some stuff that are illegal in NYC...

^ this.

Some stuff that are illegal in NYC but still seen on cars:
1. Cat deletes
2. Tinted front side windows
3. Tinted tails

The only thing cops really care about in terms of your car are...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-10-2018, 05:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,206
Posted By PandaSPUR
Was wondering the same thing... would be nice to...

Was wondering the same thing... would be nice to have a $20 replica of that. It shouldnt cost more than 20 -_-
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-11-2018, 10:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,648
Posted By PandaSPUR
You can put any shipping address in PayPal that...

You can put any shipping address in PayPal that you want, but it will show as "unconfirmed" and its up to the seller if they wish to ship to that address. With that said, I frequently ship stuff to...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-11-2018, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,648
Posted By PandaSPUR
The other option is just go to a shop that makes...

The other option is just go to a shop that makes custom exhausts and have them chop off your stock tips and put on quad tips.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-30-2018, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,360
Posted By PandaSPUR
I'd definitely be interested. Although daytime...

I'd definitely be interested. Although daytime visibility seems a bit iffy (as expected with most of these HUDs)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-23-2018, 09:53 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 17,095
Posted By PandaSPUR
Ehh, its more like learning how to adapt. Unfair...

Ehh, its more like learning how to adapt. Unfair to imply someone doesn't know how to drive just because theyre not used to these "quirks"

That being said, I've gotten kind of used to it, but its...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-19-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 563
Views: 81,582
Posted By PandaSPUR
Shifting is definitely fun, just not in typical...

Shifting is definitely fun, just not in typical NYC highway traffic. I'd be constantly jumping between 3rd and 4th if I tried to keep cruising RPMs low. Its a pain in the ass.

And jesus, yes...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-19-2018, 12:22 AM
Replies: 563
Views: 81,582
Posted By PandaSPUR
lay off that laughing gas :slap:

lay off that laughing gas :slap:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-18-2018, 06:30 PM
Replies: 563
Views: 81,582
Posted By PandaSPUR
With the amount of cars and variable traffic...

With the amount of cars and variable traffic conditions in NYC, I could argue constantly shifting to get in and out of powerband would put too much wear on my clutch and transmission. I'd rather stay...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-18-2018, 02:00 PM
Replies: 563
Views: 81,582
Posted By PandaSPUR
I don't think I'm ever below 4k when cruising. ...

I don't think I'm ever below 4k when cruising.

Although, I did switch to a quieter exhaust (from Injen to HKS) because of this. Got tired of sounding like a douche at every light and every pass.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-14-2018, 02:01 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,163
Posted By PandaSPUR
Honestly though, if that bumper isn't cracked,...

Honestly though, if that bumper isn't cracked, try the boiling water trick. Google it or search on youtube.

I had a friend who did it on his camry. Huge dent in his rear bumper. He boiled some...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-15-2017, 01:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,631
Posted By PandaSPUR
Yea this case is more like jumping into an icy...

Yea this case is more like jumping into an icy river to save a child when there's already a rescue boat 10 feet away from it.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-15-2017, 12:19 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,631
Posted By PandaSPUR
Its not reasonable or advisable to assume anyone...

Its not reasonable or advisable to assume anyone who just performed a hit and run, will act reasonably.



Couple of ways:
1. Cut into the left lane at too much of an angle and get hit at the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 12-15-2017, 11:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,652
Posted By PandaSPUR
I threw my stock exhaust out.. free bump

I threw my stock exhaust out.. free bump
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-12-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,683
Posted By PandaSPUR
^ this... my car refuses to lock via the fob when...

^ this... my car refuses to lock via the fob when its running. Some kinda feature to make sure you dont leave your car running accidentally? I always have to shut off the engine and just turn on...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-20-2017, 03:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,523
Posted By PandaSPUR
lol, people in general are just typically shit at...

lol, people in general are just typically shit at parallel parking. I keep one of those rear bumper protectors in my car and just flip it out when im parked on the street (like youre supposed to......
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-15-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 11,933
Posted By PandaSPUR
Seriously.. Can we keep intentional troll...

Seriously..

Can we keep intentional troll threads in the off-topic section?
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 11-07-2017, 11:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,116
Posted By PandaSPUR
Definitely easier if you can just rest your...

Definitely easier if you can just rest your hand/arm on the door for a moment while playing with the switch, but yea, its a pain when moving.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-12-2017, 08:54 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 17,738
Posted By PandaSPUR
I have the HKS Legamax quad and love it. Pretty...

I have the HKS Legamax quad and love it. Pretty quiet until I get above 4-5k RPM.

But like others said, it's pretty expensive. Around $1600 new.

http://i.imgur.com/kV7iSte.jpg...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-14-2017, 09:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,790
Posted By PandaSPUR
Much easier to have smooth quick shifts going...

Much easier to have smooth quick shifts going 1>2>3 if you're accelerating hard.

Foot on pedal, 5-6k RPM in 1st gear, clutch in, switch gear, clutch out. foot stays on the gas pedal the whole...
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