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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-07-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 167,680
Posted By ScionRacer
Actually there is HP to be gained, parasitic...

Actually there is HP to be gained, parasitic horsepower. Roughly 40 hp is lost on the engines through the driveline.I have seen drive shafts good for 1-2hp regained.There are other like full super...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-05-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,412
Posted By ScionRacer
Under hood detailing.

Some folks are very picky and some could care less,but i like when the engine has that "brand new" look even after a couple years of wear and tear,not to mention salted roads and corroded plating.The...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-04-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 32,625
Posted By ScionRacer
If they will sell just the adapter,you could...

If they will sell just the adapter,you could probably piece it together for less.The cooler might not look as nice as Perrins but the functionality will be there.Im sure they will sell components,but...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-04-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 19,362
Posted By ScionRacer
I am still smelling it on occasion,but its not as...

I am still smelling it on occasion,but its not as bad as it was when the car was new.i have 6k on it now and I really have to "smell" for it.

One thing is for sure,its very hot under the hood of...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-04-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 291
Views: 85,127
Posted By ScionRacer
Holy crap!.Reading through these posts I cannot...

Holy crap!.Reading through these posts I cannot believe how many people are getting raped by the insurance companies.

Im 38,no tickets or accidents in the last 7 years and my credit is very good.I...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-03-2013, 06:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,088
Posted By ScionRacer
Garage walls,toolboxes and hardhats are about the...

Garage walls,toolboxes and hardhats are about the only things that get stickerbombed in my book.

My biggest question is to the ones who bomb the cars paint.The windows I can understand..but the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-02-2013, 05:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,148
Posted By ScionRacer
No way,You guys are still driving on the wrong...

No way,You guys are still driving on the wrong side of the road and the steering wheels are on the wrong side :bonk:
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 01-02-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 48,230
Posted By ScionRacer
Since you own both,what do you think about...

Since you own both,what do you think about handling comparisons?

The new GT seemed heavy on the front end when I test drove one.Does the Boss feel as light as the FRS? Obviously the mustang front...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 01-02-2013, 06:07 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 48,230
Posted By ScionRacer
It is simply payback for the years mustang owners...

It is simply payback for the years mustang owners have endured fighting off civics and integras.I had an 88'mustang back in the day,most of my friends had 5.0L too.

Why did every riced out import...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-27-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 35,053
Posted By ScionRacer
No need to look too far,more than likely its...

No need to look too far,more than likely its someone who has an acura,honda or mazda listed as the car they drive.

Seriously,If you do not own this vehicle,you should not be allowed to vote.Take...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-26-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,301
Posted By ScionRacer
I have never been in a crash with it,so I cannot...

I have never been in a crash with it,so I cannot say that it has saved my life.

But I can say I have saved my cars life numerous times.I might have been the one to put it in harms way,not...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-24-2012, 11:42 AM
Replies: 518
Views: 118,458
Posted By ScionRacer
Whatever you need to tell yourself to justify...

Whatever you need to tell yourself to justify driving an automatic sportscar:lol:..joking
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-24-2012, 06:46 AM
Replies: 518
Views: 118,458
Posted By ScionRacer
I have the 6spd MT in mine.I have been diving...

I have the 6spd MT in mine.I have been diving standard shift for over 20 years.I like the control and the race car feel it provides.

At a young age,my father once told me that a sports car is not...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-23-2012, 09:32 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 24,099
Posted By ScionRacer
If these twins put out 200 RWHP,they would be...

If these twins put out 200 RWHP,they would be fast enough for 90% of the drivers out there and do better between stoplights.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-22-2012, 06:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,039
Posted By ScionRacer
Its all a part of the advertising game.They are...

Its all a part of the advertising game.They are trying to structure advertising around demographics along with age,interests and so forth.It seems a bit intrusive,but i have dealt with them in...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-20-2012, 06:19 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 15,032
Posted By ScionRacer
Its probably an isolated incident.After an engine...

Its probably an isolated incident.After an engine is cast,it goes through a shaker that is supposed to breakdown the casting mold internally,then it goes through cleaning,machining and assembly.There...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-18-2012, 06:28 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 63,390
Posted By ScionRacer
In my youth I would have totally agreed with...

In my youth I would have totally agreed with you,I don't know how old you are,but my guess is still young enough not to care. I spent 20 years tuning everything from cars to bikes.I really enjoyed...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-17-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 63,390
Posted By ScionRacer
Aftermarket support holds no weight to me when...

Aftermarket support holds no weight to me when determining how great an engine is.IF the engine was built the way it should be,there would be no need for aftermarket support.A good example are the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-17-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 17,510
Posted By ScionRacer
My FRS has just over 6k and has exhibited none of...

My FRS has just over 6k and has exhibited none of the issues that everyone else seems to be complaining about. Im not worried about rust as I park it in the winter.Im glad I got one with all the...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-14-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 20,546
Posted By ScionRacer
http://i46.tinypic.com/330aayt.jpg

http://i46.tinypic.com/330aayt.jpg
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-13-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 20,546
Posted By ScionRacer
http://i48.tinypic.com/14x2dr4.jpg

http://i48.tinypic.com/14x2dr4.jpg
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-13-2012, 05:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,428
Posted By ScionRacer
It looks like Volkswagen will have some...

It looks like Volkswagen will have some competition,Unless this diesel has had some years under its belt,i would still go Volkswagen.They are the king of small diesels IMO.Mazda would have to be very...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-13-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 63,390
Posted By ScionRacer
I have had zero issues with my FRS and Im going...

I have had zero issues with my FRS and Im going on 6k.

No CEL
No tailight condensation
No ill fitting panels
No clutch slipping
No electronics issues
No shifting issues
No braking noises
No...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-12-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 2,069
Views: 532,288
Posted By ScionRacer
Its not even about the engines,its about the...

Its not even about the engines,its about the complete car.Interior/exterior/engine/front end/drivetrain/electronics/rust factor etc etc.

I know this is kind of old but hyundai engines must be...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-11-2012, 05:35 PM
Replies: 2,069
Views: 532,288
Posted By ScionRacer
I went back and forth between the two until I...

I went back and forth between the two until I finally bought the FRS.I was looking at the 3.8 model.As nice as they appear to be and as fast as the 3.8 genesis was,I could not get past the Hyundai...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 12-10-2012, 04:40 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,288
Posted By ScionRacer
I totally agree,after the initial break and a...

I totally agree,after the initial break and a good flogging,I felt another 30 hp would really make these cars perfect.It would probably be able to just crack a 13 sec 1/4 mile under good...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-07-2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 46,425
Posted By ScionRacer
I will give mad props to the one who can name...

I will give mad props to the one who can name this engine bay?Definitely worthy

http://i48.tinypic.com/o72655.jpg
Forum: AUSTRALIA 12-07-2012, 06:13 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 20,336
Posted By ScionRacer
How often are you cleaning your mats?When you run...

How often are you cleaning your mats?When you run the vacuum do you just make a pass over or do you work the effected areas.

Carpet tends to show signs of wear when it gets embedded with...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-06-2012, 07:59 PM
Replies: 477
Views: 291,229
Posted By ScionRacer
I have not tried this yet,but i have noticed on...

I have not tried this yet,but i have noticed on these colder mornings that the 1-2 shift it tougher until the transmission builds some heat.Once its warmed up it shifts fine.Will probably do it when...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-01-2012, 01:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,836
Posted By ScionRacer
After I bucked my original plan of getting a New...

After I bucked my original plan of getting a New Fwd car so i could drive it in the winter too,I opted for a used compact pickup.Interior is super clean.Snagged it for 1400. the previous owner...
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