follow ft86club on our blog, twitter or facebook.
FT86CLUB
Ft86Club
Speed By Design
Register Garage Community Calendar Today's Posts Search

Go Back   Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community - FT86CLUB > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results


Page 1 of 2 1 2
Showing results 1 to 30 of 38
Search took 0.82 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: Yoniyama
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-08-2023, 09:04 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,780
Posted By Yoniyama
It's perfectly ok to want a different seat for...

It's perfectly ok to want a different seat for any reason. Hey, some people think US$4 is too much for a cup of coffee, but don't ask anyone at Starbuck.

Corbeau makes (relatively) inexpensive...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-26-2023, 01:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,300
Posted By Yoniyama
A small (+/- 3lb) difference in wheel weight is...

A small (+/- 3lb) difference in wheel weight is very hard to discern. I installed on my 2018 RRZ, Volks Racing TE37 that weighs about 11.5lb each, and the difference is significant. Also, lighter...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-09-2022, 02:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,492
Posted By Yoniyama
Never mind if some people think the Toybaru...

Never mind if some people think the Toybaru should always be harsh and noisy.

In order to keep down cost, the Toybaru is a 90% completed car at factory gate. The factory makes it amenable to...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 09-10-2022, 08:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,923
Posted By Yoniyama
Reducing front unsprung weight by 16lb is...

Reducing front unsprung weight by 16lb is definitely worth the money and effort. I achieved similar weight saving by using a super-light wheel (Volks Racing TE-37 at 12.5lb each), 2-piece brake...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 09-28-2021, 09:58 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,488
Posted By Yoniyama
We should all be grateful that Subaru and Toyota...

We should all be grateful that Subaru and Toyota plan for easy modification of the Toybaru, for both versions 1 and 2. They build a 85% finished vehicle, in order to keep the selling price low, and...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-10-2021, 01:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,979
Posted By Yoniyama
The lightest 16-inch wheel available is the TWS...

The lightest 16-inch wheel available is the TWS T-66F (forged), at about 4.8 kg. (Yes, you can save 10lb per wheel.)

But if you go up to 17-inch, wheel weight goes up significantly. The TWS...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-08-2021, 03:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,979
Posted By Yoniyama
Wheel weight matters, A LOT! That is true for...

Wheel weight matters, A LOT! That is true for driving on public road, too.

I run 16-inch Volks Racing TE-37 (forged) that weighs 5.1 to 5.3kg, averaging at about 5.2kg. The reduction in wheel...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-19-2020, 10:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,962
Posted By Yoniyama
Looks it may deliver a real performance gain for...

Looks it may deliver a real performance gain for a modest cost. Having looked at all past discussion, the experience is mostly positive.

Only two further points to be high-lighted:

(1) Be...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 12-04-2019, 08:57 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,067
Posted By Yoniyama
My personal, subjective experience is: when...

My personal, subjective experience is:

when you reduce unsprung weight by about 6lb (per corner), the perceived gain in performance (acceleration, ride quality, handling, etc) is slight but...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-24-2019, 09:09 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 32,338
Posted By Yoniyama
Lower (unsprung) weight, greater strength, what's...

Lower (unsprung) weight, greater strength, what's not to like (except for the price tag)?

I hate it when lower weight is quoted, without disclosing how much weight was lost. Surely the vendor...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-01-2019, 02:03 PM
Replies: 626
Views: 141,845
Posted By Yoniyama
The FA20 seems rather unloved in this forum,...

The FA20 seems rather unloved in this forum, while it is imperfect, it does:

(1) provide a fully balanced configuration, unlike an in-line four. But why is it harsher than the Skyactiv-G? ...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-24-2019, 05:23 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 32,851
Posted By Yoniyama
Thanks to the engineering skill of Toyota and...

Thanks to the engineering skill of Toyota and Subaru, our Toybaru has a great chassis that can handle much more power than the 200 hp produced by the FA20, hence there has been pleas from day 1 for...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-17-2019, 08:01 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 25,235
Posted By Yoniyama
Please see photo attached.

Please see photo attached.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-16-2019, 03:22 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 141,845
Posted By Yoniyama
Toyota is able to achieve 40% combustion...

Toyota is able to achieve 40% combustion efficiency, using its Toyota New Dynamic Force technology (borrowing heavily from Mazda Sky-active technology). At the same time, it also improves torque and...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-01-2019, 10:50 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 25,372
Posted By Yoniyama
What attributes should Toyota and Subaru retain in the Second Generation FT-86 (aka

Dear Tada-san,

We are excited about the second generation FT-86. When you try to improve the FT-86, please retain the following attributes of the first generation FT-86:

(1) Pricing - the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-28-2019, 06:08 AM
Replies: 428
Views: 72,133
Posted By Yoniyama
In order of preference, I wish FT-86 second...

In order of preference, I wish FT-86 second generation would adopt the following:

(1) Quality control BEFORE delivery to customers, ensure the fuel injection, cam, fuel pump, valve springs, clutch...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-14-2019, 03:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,566
Posted By Yoniyama
Ride quality of the 13-16 Toybaru was 'very...

Ride quality of the 13-16 Toybaru was 'very choppy', the facelifted 17+ has been mildly upgraded to 'choppy'. It is a shame, however, if anyone gives up the Toybaru because of the poor ride quality....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-22-2019, 07:32 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 17,487
Posted By Yoniyama
Centre of gravity and front/rear weight ratio are...

Centre of gravity and front/rear weight ratio are not the whole truth, if measured without the driver. Other factors affecting these figures are the level of fuel and the suspension spring rate.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-01-2018, 02:41 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 70,265
Posted By Yoniyama
Your caveat of "additional power does not add...

Your caveat of "additional power does not add weight" is not feasible. Additional power will add weight (wider tyres, bigger brakes, larger driveshaft, larger radiator, bigger exhaust, bigger...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 03-13-2018, 11:50 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 61,131
Posted By Yoniyama
I own both a base 2016 Cayman (2.7 flat-6) with...

I own both a base 2016 Cayman (2.7 flat-6) with PDK AND a FT-86 (auto), both bought new.

The Cayman is a complete package, not much to be done to improve performance. It is heavier and feels...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-08-2017, 04:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,882
Posted By Yoniyama
The ride of the 2013 model is notoriously choppy....

The ride of the 2013 model is notoriously choppy. Some of the reasons for the very choppy ride are: inadequate wheel travel and stiff rear dampers.

For your budget (of $300 to $400), Chuhatsu...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-06-2017, 03:07 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 11,255
Posted By Yoniyama
Gasoline chemistry over-simplified : Fuel...

Gasoline chemistry over-simplified :

Fuel combusts with the right mix (best at around 14.7:1) of air (the stoichimetric ratio) and an ignition source. Energy is release when long, complex...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-25-2017, 01:25 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 19,427
Posted By Yoniyama
Finally, taller springs! I have been looking for...

Finally, taller springs! I have been looking for them forever.

Hope to see the spring rates for the different sets. The spring rate of the set offered by TRD is too stiff, I am hoping for spring...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-15-2017, 06:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,032
Posted By Yoniyama
In California, annual smog inspection is required...

In California, annual smog inspection is required after 6 years. Replacement of OEM header with an after-market unit, with or without CAT, will likely flunk the visual inspection part of the smog...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-06-2017, 04:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,702
Posted By Yoniyama
For model year 2013, there are a few other...

For model year 2013, there are a few other differences between US and Euro BRZ models:

(1) Wheels - US:17", Euro:16" (17" optional)
(2) Differential - US:TORSEN, Euro: Open
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-08-2016, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,759
Posted By Yoniyama
Now that the brace has been correctly installed. ...

Now that the brace has been correctly installed.

I have thought about getting one, too, so I would be grateful if you could provide feedback on the effectiveness of this mod.

Thanks.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-18-2016, 04:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,573
Posted By Yoniyama
Thanks to Tcoat, I was able to ready the original...

Thanks to Tcoat, I was able to ready the original article on the Aussie magazine. That article makes a lot more sense than the subsequent spin on other publications and news articles.

I would say...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-04-2015, 09:52 AM
Replies: 483
Views: 137,931
Posted By Yoniyama
Finally, for FT-86 owners without hearing...

Finally, for FT-86 owners without hearing impairment, something may be coming to deal with the very high noise level.

Thank you so much for your effort.

I will be very interested if an exhaust...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-26-2015, 12:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,747
Posted By Yoniyama
This is so exciting! Of course $400 is...

This is so exciting!


Of course $400 is expensive for a battery. But it is acceptable for a weight reduction exercise, at about $16/lb or $35/kg.


I have a personal goal to reduce weight...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-20-2015, 05:40 AM
Replies: 236
Views: 94,885
Posted By Yoniyama
This is so exciting, I salute the dedication to...

This is so exciting, I salute the dedication to help realise the maximum potential of the Toybaru.

The OEM LCA is reasonably light, but strength is lacking.

Some after-market offering is much...
Showing results 1 to 30 of 38
Page 1 of 2 1 2

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 11:31 PM.

Contact Us - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum - FT86CLUB - Archive - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service/DMCA Policy - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging v3.3.0 (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.

Garage vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.