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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
02-02-2023, 01:55 PM
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The Gen 2 Exhaust Thread
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The N1-X single has definitely started to open up...
The N1-X single has definitely started to open up some since install.
I get some slight in-cabin drone at the 3000rpm mark. But no rasp anywhere and the exhaust tone overall is still on the deep...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
01-30-2023, 06:34 PM
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The Gen 2 Exhaust Thread
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So update after a few hundred miles and a couple...
So update after a few hundred miles and a couple of autox and track events.
The exhaust is still on the quiet side but I definitely notice a bit more volume than before at low rpm and some mild...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
01-08-2023, 08:09 PM
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The Gen 2 Exhaust Thread
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FYI Apex'i has a new single exit exhaust option...
FYI Apex'i has a new single exit exhaust option that is surprising quiet.
Just installed on the car is their N1-X Single Exit exhaust that is paired with their Apex'i non-catted EL header & Catted...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
01-14-2022, 02:56 PM
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Dyno with full exhaust
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"PLM front with HFC" no OEM cats, but single...
"PLM front with HFC"
no OEM cats, but single high-flow cat
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
01-04-2022, 06:42 PM
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OS Giken Super Lock LSD Install
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off the shelf is 1.5way tuned for track/high...
off the shelf is 1.5way tuned for track/high performance street.
You can drift on it, but it wont be as aggressive as a drift spec 2way.
If you are actually competing in drift, then get it...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-03-2022, 01:45 PM
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Gen 2 Autocross Classing | Write your letters!
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DS for Street Class. It's official ...
DS for Street Class.
It's official
https://www.scca.com/announcements/343-seb-notes-classing-for-2022-subaru-brz-toyota-gr86
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
06-06-2017, 03:11 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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Drilling of the top hats is only done in the...
Drilling of the top hats is only done in the rear.
The fronts use a bearing, so no drilling possible.
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
03-20-2017, 02:56 PM
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SCCA Solo D Street discussion
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http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/scca/download...
http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/scca/downloads/000/020/306/17-fastrack-April-Solo.pdf?1490029181
Street
#21376 FRS/BRZ Tool Holder Removal Clarification
Since the FRS/BRZ foam tool holder...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-18-2017, 09:12 PM
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spec twins class in SCCA solo2
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I think wheel width allowance would depend on...
I think wheel width allowance would depend on spring/coilover allowance. IIRC, fitment of 9" wheels would be limited with stock size springs. Maybe if stock or stock-ish springs only allow up to 7.5"...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-11-2017, 12:04 AM
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The Autocross thread. Got questions? Get them answered here!
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I've used the W3 and W2 for less than 2 seasons....
I've used the W3 and W2 for less than 2 seasons. They were an improvement over the stock pads with regards to threshold braking, but found they were a bit harsh when trying to modulate for something...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-09-2017, 11:32 PM
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The Autocross thread. Got questions? Get them answered here!
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Don't forget about Megan's "high end" stuff! ...
Don't forget about Megan's "high end" stuff!
They can also be revalved nicely for autocross.
True DA monotube for under $2k.
http://www.meganracing.com/product_detail.asp?prodid=1830&catid=33
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-06-2017, 01:31 AM
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The Autocross thread. Got questions? Get them answered here!
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2017 twins are likely to stay in CS unless...
2017 twins are likely to stay in CS unless otherwise classed.
Per the December FasTrack:
Move from CS to DS
BMW M3 (E36 chassis) (1995-1999)
Scion FRS (w/o TRD suspension...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
09-17-2016, 04:33 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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My observations about Street Class is actually...
My observations about Street Class is actually the opposite.
If a Street or Stock class is well balanced or the "top car" is popular enough, the class will attract top level talent.
Reference SSR...
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09-16-2016, 05:13 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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Data values for BRZ, 350Z, and RX8 will be off,...
Data values for BRZ, 350Z, and RX8 will be off, as just the perceived performance of the TRD parts will make the FRS more attractive to top competitive drivers.
The BRZ is is not 2secs slower than...
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09-12-2016, 04:25 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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Also, did anyone notice that the 2nd place twin...
Also, did anyone notice that the 2nd place twin was a BRZ....
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
08-14-2016, 04:00 PM
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Autox Class Help
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Off the top of my head, to be STX legal, here you...
Off the top of my head, to be STX legal, here you go!!
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Velox Motorsports Front Splitter (REMOVE)
Velox Motorsports Front Endplates (REMOVE)
Velox Motorsports Rear Diffuser (REMOVE)...
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08-08-2016, 11:19 PM
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KICS Leggdura 2 piece lugnut.
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These lug nuts seem geared more for show guys,...
These lug nuts seem geared more for show guys, where clean, unmarred lugs would be desirable, as the inner steel lug would take the actual beating.
I would not recommend them for race use. Also,...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
07-03-2016, 02:02 AM
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OS GIKEN STR2C
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FYI, OS just released a fork upgrade kit to be...
FYI, OS just released a fork upgrade kit to be paired with their clutches :)
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
06-21-2016, 04:13 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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I hate seeing this misinformation!! No, the FR-S...
I hate seeing this misinformation!! No, the FR-S and BRZ are not identical, as spring rates are different (BRZ has stiffer Front).
MSR comparison is totally non-applicable. MSR was never really...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
06-13-2016, 05:09 PM
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General C Street build recommendations
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If ProSolo results are not good enough for you,...
If ProSolo results are not good enough for you, do you have any real back to back testing of cars with nationally competitive set-ups tested by the same driver or comparable drivers that back up your...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
04-11-2016, 01:48 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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I think my car had the time in it to be in...
I think my car had the time in it to be in contention. Had some setting shock setting issues that killed my morning runs, as I spent them dialing in the car and took me a while to get back in the...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-10-2016, 12:22 PM
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Best type of LSD for track use
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You can use any full synthetic (75w-140 or...
You can use any full synthetic (75w-140 or higher) that does not have any limited slip additive.
Based on my personal experience with their unit for 240sx and miatas, stay away from Royal Purple...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-28-2016, 04:25 PM
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Best type of LSD for track use
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Corner entry push can be due to multiple factors....
Corner entry push can be due to multiple factors. If you are getting that now with your torsen unit due to you suspension set up or driving line, you would also get that with an OSG or any other...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-28-2016, 04:11 PM
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Best type of LSD for track use
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It is misinformation to lead people to believe...
It is misinformation to lead people to believe that fiction surface area is totally dependent on the sheer number of disks. You need to look at size and surface type. If you look at the disks face,...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-28-2016, 01:20 PM
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Best type of LSD for track use
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Hate to see misinformation out run wild on the...
Hate to see misinformation out run wild on the net.
I would advise to talk to the manufactures and get their take on how their diffs compare when shopping for a part that takes significant labor...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
12-30-2015, 03:51 PM
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TRD Rear bar
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Eibach rear bar is way larger and adjustable....
Eibach rear bar is way larger and adjustable. Plus the TRD-USA kit comes with reinforced sway bar mounts. Completely different kit, even if made by Eibach.
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
12-17-2015, 08:48 PM
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Two Questions from a Relative Noob
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In Street class you can only vary the wheel...
In Street class you can only vary the wheel offset by +7mm. So +41 would be the widest you could go.
I would also recommend 225/45-17 as it has good feel and communicates very well to the driver....
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
12-17-2015, 05:14 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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My local shop took a shot once at measuring the...
My local shop took a shot once at measuring the spring rates. They found that rates were not much more than OEM, however as they are progressive the findings were inconclusive. I would say though,...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
12-17-2015, 02:25 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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Not to nitpick, but I don't recall seeing any...
Not to nitpick, but I don't recall seeing any published spring rates for the TRD kit. While everyone assumes it is the same as the Eibach kit, that still is only an assumption.
If you have any...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
12-15-2015, 12:43 PM
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SCCA Solo C Street Discussion
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FRSport Double Adjustable Bilsteins... ...
FRSport Double Adjustable Bilsteins...
http://www.frsport.com/index.php?target=products&product_id=994322&store_access_key=&csid=3434f142b9fdd7d65065588b860176ef9a4bfb0b
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