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Forum: Member's Car Journals

08-01-2021, 12:07 AM

Replies: 3

LeevanF's OEM+ Build

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Posted By leevanf

LeevanF's OEM+ Build

Sharing with you a build with the goal of making it more functional true to the car's essence of a lightweight, fun, no-frills sports car. The modifications were done little by little, with...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

12-09-2020, 11:44 AM

Replies: 177

Manual vs Automatic (Help!)

Views: 49,265

Posted By leevanf

I used to have the MT/AT dilemma before buying...

I used to have the MT/AT dilemma before buying this car. Since I've been driving on a manual daily ever since, I opted for the automatic because I knew it had most of (and even more) features that an...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

11-17-2019, 11:25 PM

Replies: 16

Installed: TWS T66F in 17x8, Stock Tire Size

Views: 5,816

Posted By leevanf

Thats brilliant. I notice the car feels less...

Thats brilliant. I notice the car feels less floaty after a few weeks without air (at about 33 psi)

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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

11-03-2019, 09:35 PM

Replies: 16

Installed: TWS T66F in 17x8, Stock Tire Size

Views: 5,816

Posted By leevanf

Installed: TWS T66F in 17x8, Stock Tire Size

Oem+ build, used lightweight hankook ventus v12 in stock size to retain nimbleness.

Lost 7lbs per corner

Because of the lightness, car feels more “floaty” which takes getting used to, but the...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

07-10-2019, 06:00 AM

Replies: 59

STI flexible draw stiffener experience anyone?

Views: 23,064

Posted By leevanf

I think we can all agree that bracing and...

I think we can all agree that bracing and stiffness is not an absolute number, but a relative one depending on how much one considers is high in reference to a total car/chassis/mods. And also that...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

07-06-2019, 08:47 AM

Replies: 72

Noisy Car

Views: 12,541

Posted By leevanf

the sound deadening is similar to any economy...

the sound deadening is similar to any economy car. But what always makes me laugh is the insanely lack of it on the roof. When it rains it literally sounds like a tin can

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

07-06-2019, 06:51 AM

Replies: 14

Running with a stock spare?

Views: 3,614

Posted By leevanf

Thank you. Say im running 17x8 PS4s on all sides,...

Thank you. Say im running 17x8 PS4s on all sides, and have a stock 17x7 oem wheel with primacy.

Then i bust a rear tire, so i should just swap the front to the rear, then replace the front with...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

04-05-2019, 12:05 PM

Replies: 22

5 different wheel choices

Views: 3,554

Posted By leevanf

Agree. From an aesthetic perspective, the te37 is...

Agree. From an aesthetic perspective, the te37 is shaped with big blocky chunks which seem to better suit cars with similar shapes (wrx/evo) or even older box type jdm legends. Our cars are quite...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

03-17-2019, 01:25 PM

Replies: 1

REVIEW of Fujitsubo Authorize R Type S

Views: 2,298

Posted By leevanf

REVIEW of Fujitsubo Authorize R Type S

Wanted to share my impressions on an exhaust not many own to help those who are deciding on it. I understand exhaust videos are impossible to judge because the real sound of an exhaust can come from...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

02-04-2019, 04:15 AM

Replies: 11

Are these BBS legit?

Views: 3,309

Posted By leevanf

The s209's Tri-Color paint scheme with red...

The s209's Tri-Color paint scheme with red highlights sure looks tempting.
White car, Black secondary trim with red highlights wherever there are blacks. , Gold wheels. Pretty visually tempting!...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

02-02-2019, 12:20 AM

Replies: 59

STI flexible draw stiffener experience anyone?

Views: 23,064

Posted By leevanf

Sorry to revive this thread, but is this the...

Sorry to revive this thread, but is this the conclusion?

To mod an other-wise non Ts Car,

1. Best for DD, just slap on a Flexible V-Bar
2. Best for DD, and some more stiffness, Flexible V-Bar...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

01-07-2019, 12:26 AM

Replies: 64

Too capable for public roads

Views: 9,283

Posted By leevanf

Responding to the great discussion of ZDan and...

Responding to the great discussion of ZDan and SeriesBlue,

Theres no doubt gripper tires, on tire alone without driver differences, will retain or regain grip FASTER.

Yet I think the point is,...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-03-2019, 11:25 PM

Replies: 29

16x7 vs 18x8 inch - TWS T66F

Views: 7,466

Posted By leevanf

Thanks Tom, looks like 18s are def out for me....

Thanks Tom, looks like 18s are def out for me. Way too expensive for the output i need. Will weight my options on 16s and 17s. I may likely go with 17s due to tire choices.

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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

12-27-2018, 12:11 AM

Replies: 37

Can you feel 5-7 pounds of wheel weight per corner? 20 lbs total

Views: 7,502

Posted By leevanf

Your fujitsubo video on youtube. 10% of your...

Your fujitsubo video on youtube. 10% of your views were probably all me lol!

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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

12-24-2018, 08:43 AM

Replies: 11

2017 vs 2013 Taillight Side-by-Side

Views: 3,708

Posted By leevanf

SPOT ON! Haha! Sent from my iPhone using...

SPOT ON! Haha!

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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

12-17-2018, 02:29 AM

Replies: 11

2017 vs 2013 Taillight Side-by-Side

Views: 3,708

Posted By leevanf

2017 vs 2013 Taillight Side-by-Side

Just wanted to share a side by side for those looking to make the switch!

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Functionality-wise, cant go...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

08-10-2018, 01:45 AM

Replies: 12

Letting off the gas in-between shifts in AT transmission

Views: 3,158

Posted By leevanf

Letting off the gas in-between shifts in AT transmission

My theory is that actually, i think the computer already “simulates” being off-throttle in between shifts even if your foot is on the gas. Probably cutting throttle during the actual shift and...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

07-05-2018, 09:33 AM

Replies: 22

Pricing vs WRX?

Views: 3,762

Posted By leevanf

Thats a pretty cool way to think about it. how...

Thats a pretty cool way to think about it. how "value" in this sense was equated to how the car will be enjoyed. This is usually contrary to the traditional car sales definition of "value" where...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

06-25-2018, 12:08 AM

Replies: 6

DIY guide for Replacing Trunk Props/Struts

Views: 2,265

Posted By leevanf

Oh the ebay seller i got them from have no...

Oh the ebay seller i got them from have no instructions

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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

05-22-2018, 11:33 AM

Replies: 29

Does shifting at low RPMs really hurt the engine?

Views: 5,559

Posted By leevanf

Thanks Mazeroni! however, if i dont floor it, and...

Thanks Mazeroni! however, if i dont floor it, and go really gentle on the throttle, i dont feel the ''lug" at all, in fact its still quite smooth. Will that count as safe?

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

05-22-2018, 11:26 AM

Replies: 29

Does shifting at low RPMs really hurt the engine?

Views: 5,559

Posted By leevanf

exactly tcoat! take a look at philippine traffic...

exactly tcoat! take a look at philippine traffic on youtube. thats literally 99% of the road i commute in everyday. no freeways/highways too. :)

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

05-22-2018, 11:21 AM

Replies: 29

Does shifting at low RPMs really hurt the engine?

Views: 5,559

Posted By leevanf

Hi guys, thanks for the input on as long as...

Hi guys, thanks for the input on as long as acceleration is gentle (not lugging) that definitely helped as thats what I do.

And to those who ask about mileage, the local version of our car comes...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

03-23-2018, 07:21 AM

Replies: 16

Fujitsubo Authorize R vs STi exhaust sound level

Views: 5,149

Posted By leevanf

Hi sir! But does the car have a bassier idle when...

Hi sir! But does the car have a bassier idle when youre standing nearby it? You know that sound that makes you feel its presence? Like you would with other performance cars. Right now it feels/sounds...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

02-28-2018, 12:24 AM

Replies: 1

Wrapping

Views: 730

Posted By leevanf

Have a wrappng company make you a cost estimate....

Have a wrappng company make you a cost estimate. Then just decline and buy the amount they stated, just add 20% more because youll probably make mistakes

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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

01-15-2018, 02:55 AM

Replies: 18

Aftermarket UEL reliability?

Views: 5,730

Posted By leevanf

Aftermarket UEL reliability?

Hi Guys, how long-term/OEM-reliable is an aftermarket CATLESS UEL?

I am just wondering if any of you have been running a catless UEL for at least 4 years, with no issues?

So far i've read...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

10-31-2017, 11:45 AM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,236,415

Posted By leevanf

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Gave her a halloween costume

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Forum: Member's Car Journals

10-04-2017, 07:37 AM

Replies: 8

Build - "A more spirited DD in all aspects - with minimal impact to upkeep

Views: 2,107

Posted By leevanf

All of this will cost me about 3,500 when...

All of this will cost me about 3,500 when converted to USD. (Turbo setups here are around 6,000 USD. I think for how I will use the car, and how I want to minimize maintenance, this should do well!

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

09-10-2017, 02:24 AM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,236,415

Posted By leevanf

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

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Her first carwash after detailing!

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Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum

09-06-2017, 08:09 PM

Replies: 1,420

SATIN WHITE PEARL BRZ Compilation

Views: 995,814

Posted By leevanf

SATIN WHITE PEARL BRZ Compilation

I wanted white or WR blue, but Im happy with white because it feels like a more mature color that doesn't shout for attention but isnt dull as well because of the pearl. I think "pleasant" is the...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

09-06-2017, 07:56 PM

Replies: 24,605

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,236,415

Posted By leevanf

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

I did a full exterior detail and it was...

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