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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-14-2018, 12:15 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
The pic above your post is original Brembo color....

The pic above your post is original Brembo color. I have no clue where to find it.


My color yellow is spraycan magic. I used VHT High Temp Caliper spray cans Yellow and Orange paint. I sprayed...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-13-2018, 08:37 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
Thanks for the tip. Isn’t that metallic gold? I...

Thanks for the tip. Isn’t that metallic gold? I was going for similar to Brembo yellow.


http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7111/7450500126_44eb9ea121_o.jpg
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-11-2018, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,642
Posted By turbocat
I did the swap and added the 06-07 Wrx two pot...

I did the swap and added the 06-07 Wrx two pot rear calipers. They are all aluminum and fit our stock rotors. You need a bracket to make them bolt on. But it was an easy swap.
...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-03-2018, 09:06 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 12,158
Posted By turbocat
This is somewhat out of left field... When...

This is somewhat out of left field...

When I used to own WRXs (2.0L '04 & 2.5L '07) if I ran 5w30 mobile1 full syn. both cars would burn oil half a quart to a tank of gas. I switched to German...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-16-2017, 05:00 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
Finally installed my ATS Brembos and also changed...

Finally installed my ATS Brembos and also changed the rear calipers to WRX 2pot calipers.

I used DBA front rotors for my new bigger Front rotors.
Also used StopTech Street Performance pads all...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-16-2017, 04:27 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
Check CTSV Brakeswaps website they just announced...

Check CTSV Brakeswaps website they just announced the calipers had a part number change.
Forum: Engine Swaps 03-28-2017, 11:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 27,820
Posted By turbocat
Yeah read that awhile ago. My wishful thinking.

Yeah read that awhile ago. My wishful thinking.
Forum: Engine Swaps 03-28-2017, 11:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 27,820
Posted By turbocat
Will this be able to pass an obd2 emissions...

Will this be able to pass an obd2 emissions inspection scan? I know it may be a long shot. I'm in PA and I'm trying figure out how much hassle getting a swapped car to be street legal will be. I...
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-08-2016, 04:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,183
Posted By turbocat
I've only researched one WGP build and that's...

I've only researched one WGP build and that's their shop car. I've only researched one cx build and that was their development car. Haven't seen anyone on here that has either. Hopefully someone...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-06-2016, 03:31 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
I totally understand your point of view about...

I totally understand your point of view about drilling the spindles. It was the same view I've had for the past year trying to decide which BBK to buy. I' was looking at a bunch of nice BBKs. All...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-06-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
It depends what your goals are. If all out...

It depends what your goals are.

If all out track machine, RR is hard to pass up for the low cost of entry.

The OEM Brembo ATS caliper swap fits a niche that falls into the sti brembo...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-05-2016, 06:52 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
I bit the bullet and bought everything to fit the...

I bit the bullet and bought everything to fit the brakes. I'll post info once everything is bolted up. The calipers are massive, and I'm realizing that spoke/wheel face clearance is going to be just...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-20-2016, 05:46 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
Can someone with this bbk swap measure the...

Can someone with this bbk swap measure the calipers for clearances?

I have 17x9 apex racing arc8 wheels which are roomy, but I'm too chicken to pull the trigger on this setup without having good...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-05-2016, 07:50 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 102,678
Posted By turbocat
Only thing I'm not cool with is having to drill...

Only thing I'm not cool with is having to drill out and tap the oem spindles. Basically you ruin any chance of using these spindles for stock parts again.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-03-2016, 03:28 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 352,154
Posted By turbocat
No Rub. Just ran an Auto-x, once the tires were...

No Rub. Just ran an Auto-x, once the tires were warm the car was very grippy with the RS3s in 225 width tires. I'm still stock power.

If I increase tire width(235 or 245) with the next set of...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-02-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 244
Views: 352,154
Posted By turbocat
Apex Racing ARC-8, 17x9 42, race silver,...

Apex Racing ARC-8, 17x9 42, race silver, 225/45/17 Hankook RS3
Stock suspension
Front Camber -1.4


http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f346/boostmonster/Mobile%20Uploads/image1_zpsq3rlu0vb.jpg...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-28-2016, 10:19 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 103,632
Posted By turbocat
Apex Racing ARC-8, race silver, 225/45/17 Hankook...

Apex Racing ARC-8, race silver, 225/45/17 Hankook RS3
Stock suspension
Front Camber -1.4


http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f346/boostmonster/Mobile%20Uploads/image1_zpsq3rlu0vb.jpg...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-25-2016, 10:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,671
Posted By turbocat
http://www.apexraceparts.com/apex-products/BRZ-FRS...

http://www.apexraceparts.com/apex-products/BRZ-FRS/17x9-ET42-APEX-ARC-8-FRS-Subaru-Wheel.html#.Vx7Oq8j3b7o

http://www.apexraceparts.com/17-ARC-8-RS-Profile2-AngleK-5x100.jpg
Forum: Forced Induction 04-07-2016, 08:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,305
Posted By turbocat
Stock for stock it won't fit for many reasons....

Stock for stock it won't fit for many reasons. Better off buying an aftermarket turbo kit designed for the twins.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=69032
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-30-2016, 12:00 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 34,814
Posted By turbocat
Yeah, I think I was after better sound and...

Yeah, I think I was after better sound and lighter than stock axel back. I've achieved both. Good luck with your mod. Its fun to tinker and have success at it.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-28-2016, 01:47 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 34,814
Posted By turbocat
I wanted to reply to this because I have a...

I wanted to reply to this because I have a similar mindset. I've always modified my cars with the OEM Plus mindset. Along this line of thinking this is what I did for my BRZ. My brother in-law had a...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-28-2016, 12:12 PM
Replies: 832
Views: 294,551
Posted By turbocat
What are the exact specs(stages?) on the front...

What are the exact specs(stages?) on the front and rear? Looks awesome. I want this for my turbo upgrade plan? The yellow looks great.:thumbsup:
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-21-2016, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,103
Posted By turbocat
What are your specs? Wheels and tires?...

What are your specs? Wheels and tires? Suspension mods? It could be tires, bad wheel balance, wheel alignment, suspension issue related to aftermarket parts, or just hitting potholes one too many...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 02-02-2016, 01:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,860
Posted By turbocat
Just placed an order. Hopefully I still got one...

Just placed an order. Hopefully I still got one of the last sets . :party0030:
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-01-2015, 09:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,171
Posted By turbocat
Kosei K8R & K5R

From Kosei wheels Facebook page. It seems to be buried info. I had a hard time finding it. Google helped me out. I'm sure offset will change weights but this is still promising.
...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-25-2015, 11:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 26,514
Posted By turbocat
I had BC coilovers years ago on my WRX. They...

I had BC coilovers years ago on my WRX. They began knocking about three months into ownership.

Things to Check...

Tighten Strut shaft top nut.

Check the spherical strut mount bearing for...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-13-2015, 08:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,839
Posted By turbocat
Copied from their facebook page. "949 ...

Copied from their facebook page.


"949
February 8 at 1:20pm · Edited ·
17" flowformed 6UL going into production late March. Should have wheels here mid May. Offsets will be published when we...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-30-2015, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2,534
Views: 1,864,870
Posted By turbocat
Check his sig... ...

Check his sig...

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2104623&postcount=2176
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-03-2014, 04:23 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 194,879
Posted By turbocat
http://buymelaughs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/...

http://buymelaughs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Funny-Cats-Top-49-Most-Funniest-Grumpy-Cat-Quotes-13.jpg
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-05-2014, 04:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,786
Posted By turbocat
It is a great sound, but the best you'll do is...

It is a great sound, but the best you'll do is UEL header boxer rumble. IMHO a boxer motor isn't going to ever sound like an inline motor.

Funny, I had researched the same thing about the 500...
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