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Forum: Engine Swaps 01-03-2024, 11:03 AM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,539
Posted By ka-t_240
I do believe that they have FA24 complete swaps...

I do believe that they have FA24 complete swaps completed so that cars can complete in ClubTR for Gridlife, in addition to FA24 short block with FA20 heads/etc.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-28-2023, 03:12 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 23,061
Posted By ka-t_240
They sell a version with rubber bushings vs...

They sell a version with rubber bushings vs spherical.
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-28-2023, 03:10 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,539
Posted By ka-t_240
You may want to check out RS Motors on FB........

You may want to check out RS Motors on FB..... posted some teasers today
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-19-2023, 06:13 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,539
Posted By ka-t_240
Two shops that I know with running / driving...

Two shops that I know with running / driving cars, both shops are owned by friends

RS Motors in MN has done a couple.
ASM in WI - I know he has one in his daily.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-29-2023, 11:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,832
Posted By ka-t_240
If the total, and the #s are low, find comps. Do...

If the total, and the #s are low, find comps. Do a buy offer quote from Carvana, Vroom, CarMax, etc.

There are also 3rd party companies that will negotiate value on total loss claims when needed....
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-14-2023, 09:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,825
Posted By ka-t_240
I think its time the SCCA Makes them "official"....

I think its time the SCCA Makes them "official". If you can run the class at national, you should get the same "reward" for winning as any other class ran that day.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-01-2023, 10:41 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,728
Posted By ka-t_240
I still want to see pictures of the internals on...

I still want to see pictures of the internals on this engine!
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 08-14-2023, 11:45 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,728
Posted By ka-t_240
Bent crank and Rust on cylinder walls? Something...

Bent crank and Rust on cylinder walls? Something seems odd to me.

Did you get the parts back?

"DS" prep shouldn't impact anything for coverage. Maybe, if you left stickers/etc on and the fact...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-13-2023, 05:07 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 23,061
Posted By ka-t_240
For auto-x the RE-71r was for sure down on...

For auto-x the RE-71r was for sure down on pace/grip after the first half, have a couple of others who have the same impressions locally. Surface for sure could be an impacting thing, as is length of...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-04-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,698
Posted By ka-t_240
Unfortunately, auto-x is one of the best places...

Unfortunately, auto-x is one of the best places to learn car control in safe place. Try looking for other groups that put events on, and don't completely toss auto-x out the window. Also try and find...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-23-2023, 11:53 AM
Replies: 175
Views: 23,061
Posted By ka-t_240
He still does auto-x and still attends nationals...

He still does auto-x and still attends nationals in various chassis! He was still FTD after we changed the course, and it was made faster.

insert: alien meme
Forum: Engine Swaps 05-24-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 15,197
Posted By ka-t_240
That's why I didn't wanna say who it was, I'm...

That's why I didn't wanna say who it was, I'm guessing he is going to put something more formal together eventually on the process. But have seen pictures of them doing testing on clearances/etc for...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-23-2023, 10:43 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 23,061
Posted By ka-t_240
1 - I am jealous of you guys lots/courses. We...

1 - I am jealous of you guys lots/courses. We can't find anything to use over roughly 600 x 250ish. Other than 1 weekend a year on a AF Base.

2 - That's my thoughts - try and save a bunch of...
Forum: Engine Swaps 05-22-2023, 04:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 15,197
Posted By ka-t_240
There is a FA24 short block swap running in MN....

There is a FA24 short block swap running in MN. Car is using FA20 heads and ECU. Made almost identical HP to a stock GR86 on the same dyno.

I believe the car was on track this weekend too.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-28-2022, 10:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,257
Posted By ka-t_240
7+ years of tracking the BRZ and 15 years of...

7+ years of tracking the BRZ and 15 years of other platforms, never had an issue like this. I have never bought fancy bushings like that so leads me to think its just poor quality aftermarket stuff. ...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 04-19-2022, 02:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,410
Posted By ka-t_240
What coilovers? Were all your parts new? Is there...

What coilovers? Were all your parts new? Is there play in the bearings on anything?

Double check everything you did and make sure everything is tight. A loose endlink nut, even by under 1 turn...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-28-2021, 10:20 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 17,504
Posted By ka-t_240
I have the same hooks, been on my car for many...

I have the same hooks, been on my car for many years. My friend has fancy metal tools and after seeing mine, he made a set for their 86 too.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-25-2021, 11:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,894
Posted By ka-t_240
You're not the only one in this case. I still...

You're not the only one in this case. I still have all my stock studs from my car. I did swap to ARP for other reasons. My wheels were on/off multiple times over the course of many track...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-25-2021, 01:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,894
Posted By ka-t_240
Fix it, depending on your organization, they...

Fix it, depending on your organization, they won't let you on track.

Front studs are easy to do! I am sure you can find one in stock at a local parts store or from a fellow Subaru Enthusiast.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-12-2021, 10:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,072
Posted By ka-t_240
For helmets, the internet is not the place to go....

For helmets, the internet is not the place to go. Buy them from a local speed shop, or somewhere that stocks helmets and you can try them on. Some brands work for some people and don't work for...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-23-2021, 11:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,158
Posted By ka-t_240
If you want more rear grip, the issues you are...

If you want more rear grip, the issues you are seeing may not only be tire choice. But, tire choice is still important.

If you want more grip from a dig things to do:
1: Evaluate your...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-02-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,057
Posted By ka-t_240
I have never taken them apart, or done failure...

I have never taken them apart, or done failure analysis on them, but I have helped change more axles on FWD Hondas at the track than I can count. Is that not where they fail?
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 04-29-2021, 08:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,864
Posted By ka-t_240
thanks! not a fan of that rear end look so the...

thanks! not a fan of that rear end look so the search continues. Thanks for the assist!
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-14-2021, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,821
Posted By ka-t_240
flipping the head rest won't impact the helmet...

flipping the head rest won't impact the helmet rubbing the headliner.
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis 03-07-2021, 09:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,217
Posted By ka-t_240
Thanks! My T2 came w/ 500# springs, and I want to...

Thanks! My T2 came w/ 500# springs, and I want to go softer.

Messaged RCE to confirm on these as my part # spring is 90-170 08g14 and I had found the below post when looking for springs that...
Forum: Site Announcements / Questions / Issues 03-07-2021, 09:17 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,570
Posted By ka-t_240
100% opposite ahaha

100% opposite ahaha
Forum: Site Announcements / Questions / Issues 03-07-2021, 01:26 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,570
Posted By ka-t_240
Funny story... I once had a local chick ask me...

Funny story... I once had a local chick ask me out via PM on a local car page. Creepy part she knew my user name/real name and me/nobody I knew had any idea who she was. :scared0016:
Forum: Want-To-Buy Requests 02-28-2021, 12:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 360
Posted By ka-t_240
let me guess.... you got this exact PM: "I...

let me guess.... you got this exact PM:

"I have what you are looking for, email me"

-scammer
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-23-2021, 01:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,105
Posted By ka-t_240
Suspension noises can be the biggest pain to...

Suspension noises can be the biggest pain to track down. The only thing tfrom the J02 recall that would in any way cause a noise like this is if they forgot to tighten a engine mount or you batter...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-16-2021, 02:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,964
Posted By ka-t_240
intentionally adding something to drain leaky...

intentionally adding something to drain leaky fluids on the track sounds like a bad idea to me.
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