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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-20-2023, 01:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,073
Posted By MacSpeed
The TR test are better than nothing but still...

The TR test are better than nothing but still need to be taken with a grain of salt.

They do not adjust tire pressures for one. They run what the door says for psi. once that is changed and FSB...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-05-2023, 11:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,662
Posted By DocWalt
OSG all the way, talk to Shaftworks USA. ...

OSG all the way, talk to Shaftworks USA.

Cusco rear diff cover seems pretty "meh" since it's not smooth inside at all and the flow off the ring gear won't be smooth. See Banks' videos on youtube...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-05-2023, 08:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,662
Posted By MX-5RACER
OSGiken units have a great reputation within the...

OSGiken units have a great reputation within the motorsports community, but keep in mind there will be set-up changes required to get the most out of the diff. I know quite a few people who have...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-18-2022, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,443
Posted By jflogerzi
Honestly gen 1s are fantastic track cars still....

Honestly gen 1s are fantastic track cars still. If you need a dual purpose car, gen 2 is the way to go.

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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-17-2022, 02:19 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 23,942
Posted By zeroomega
Oil pressure drops on race track in S corners

I did some data logging on oil pressure at Thunderhill West race track with a GR86 today and had some interesting(sad) discovery: the pressure seems to be quite steady at long sweep corners but drops...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 07-25-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 351
Views: 94,813
Posted By dreamwonder
I been running PP brembos with brembo branded...

I been running PP brembos with brembo branded rotors and powerstop track day pads. Front heat shield removed and rears trimmed. With this setup, zero stress cracks after 16 days, which I found...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-22-2022, 05:49 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,889
Posted By TommyW
it’s amazing how much faster it is to have the...

it’s amazing how much faster it is to have the car balanced in turns rather than entering with your hair on fire and then trying to hit the apex
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-14-2022, 01:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,864
Posted By DarkSunrise
Yeah I was surprised at how comfortable the oem...

Yeah I was surprised at how comfortable the oem suspension on the 22 BRZ was compared to my returned-to-stock 13 FR-S. The 2013 feels almost crashy and dare I say overdamped in comparison, but...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-07-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,520
Posted By Racecomp Engineering
It certainly sounds like you did increase front...

It certainly sounds like you did increase front grip. :)

A larger rear sway does not just reduce rear grip...you do get more evenly loaded front tires which is good and means more front grip. Not...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-17-2022, 07:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,222
Posted By ZDan
My $0.02, unless you're drifting, go for the...

My $0.02, unless you're drifting, go for the lightest initial breakaway torque (or *highest* "negative preload" for OSG) they'll give you for your usage and application. Let the ramps do most of the...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 05-13-2022, 01:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,970
Posted By Stigmaru
1) Your hypothesis is highly inaccurate. Don't be...

1) Your hypothesis is highly inaccurate. Don't be a douche. There was a high chance that this is a software bug rather than a connection problem. Bluetooth connection itself is reliable, it's just...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-27-2022, 07:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,768
Posted By SCFD
If I was to completely start over again, this is...

If I was to completely start over again, this is what I'd do:


Driving school(s)
Simpson Hybrid Sport + compatible helmet
Track pads + fluid
Oil cooler
Front camber plates / rear...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-02-2022, 08:46 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 20,586
Posted By KillerBMotorsport
We recommend knowing your on-track oil temps...

We recommend knowing your on-track oil temps before stepping into an oil cooler. It's going to vary by driving technique, track, event type, and region. Adding unnecessary cost, weight, and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-25-2022, 10:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,037
Posted By Adamf220
Get the moog ones off of rockauto. Just simply...

Get the moog ones off of rockauto. Just simply for the ease of adjustment.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-21-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,142
Posted By Racecomp Engineering
We've been working with KW since 2006, starting...

We've been working with KW since 2006, starting with the Subaru STI platform. KW is awesome...they make a lot of very good parts for a lot of applications. We specialize in Subarus and have our own...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-13-2022, 12:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,471
Posted By ROADRACER
yea, Its a fairly common problem for track cars...

yea, Its a fairly common problem for track cars that are pushed. Reducing castor helps, but not a lot. It could probably be fixed with a software/firmware update, but I think it is buried so deep in...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-12-2022, 10:53 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 48,433
Posted By LanceLane174
I'm 53. And I am totally stealing your line about...

I'm 53. And I am totally stealing your line about identifying as a 16 year old. Sue me if you must.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-11-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 20,159
Posted By ZDan
Should point out that manufacturers will design...

Should point out that manufacturers will design aluminum components to survive multiple lifetimes of the most harsh usage. So even though theoretically with enough load cycles parts will begin to...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-08-2022, 09:58 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 22,411
Posted By CSG Mike
Thermals are similar. The BM4 has a...

Thermals are similar. The BM4 has a significantly stiffer caliper, which leads to better pedal feel and a much higher resistance to radial taper wear.

The best illustration is how much larger the...
Forum: Northern California 01-06-2022, 03:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,534
Posted By Sachmet43
Come track with the Nor Cal 86 Drive Challenge in 2022

The 2022 schedule for the Nor Cal 86 Drive Challenge is out! If you are in the area of Northern CA check out the schedule and come track with us. Entry is free. Hang out with friendly people who...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-05-2022, 12:28 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 48,433
Posted By McMCOO
It's kinda funny and predictable that a...

It's kinda funny and predictable that a discussion about 40+ people driving sports cars would turn into financial planning.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-05-2022, 12:18 PM
Replies: 255
Views: 48,433
Posted By CincyJohn
Look, it's pretty simple math. You should only...

Look, it's pretty simple math. You should only insure things that you can't easily cover on your own.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-03-2022, 09:44 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 21,095
Posted By Racecomp Engineering
The front Subaru 4 pots are 40.4 mm, the rear 2...

The front Subaru 4 pots are 40.4 mm, the rear 2 pots are 38.1 mm.

That means same in the front as standard slider calipers with same size rotor. Essentially no change to bias with just the fronts....
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-16-2021, 04:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,864
Posted By DocWalt
I wonder if the reduced droop travel is due to...

I wonder if the reduced droop travel is due to the rebound spring in the front shocks. Can you extend it further by pulling on it?
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-13-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,864
Posted By Racecomp Engineering
Dump of other notes: 1st gen lowering springs...

Dump of other notes:
1st gen lowering springs do not work on the 22+ shocks (specifically the rear spring).

You can probably swap complete 1st gen damper/spring/tops assemblies with 2nd gen and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-13-2021, 10:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,864
Posted By Racecomp Engineering
2022+ Suspension MEGA thread - Shock dynos, suspension frequencies, travel, more!

Super big shout out to trippinbillies40 for sending us a set of OEM dampers early on! Massive help!

This thread is a work in progress and we plan on updating/adding more over time. We still...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-18-2021, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,184
Posted By Capt Spaulding
Just get a pair of Centric premium blanks and...

Just get a pair of Centric premium blanks and you’re GTG.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-17-2021, 11:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,119
Posted By ripper
Track day went flawless. Car felt great and...

Track day went flawless. Car felt great and yeah, the tires were a bit overkill, but a great crutch to help me get back into it without putting her in the dirt. Thanks to everyone for the inputs,...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-14-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 699
Views: 205,209
Posted By gen3v8
^^^ L&R G`s seem reversed?

^^^ L&R G`s seem reversed?
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-13-2021, 07:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,119
Posted By ZDan
Ran Total 5w30 for a while (that's what local...

Ran Total 5w30 for a while (that's what local shop carried), but this year started running Redline 5w30. 1st year tracking it I did run 0w20 a couple of events...

40 track days (~1 hour track...
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