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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-17-2018, 02:10 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Yeah. To really simplify the class points...

Yeah. To really simplify the class points structure it essentially goes:

Stock: Camber bolts, pick wheels and tires, oil cooler, and pads & fluid. (you can get more creative in this class, and do...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-17-2018, 01:02 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
We use the same points calculator as SoCal,...

We use the same points calculator as SoCal, although we are open to adjusting in the future. Yeah, it can be kinda tricky when bringing over an autox or HPDE prepped car. It doesn't quite line up...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-17-2018, 12:15 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Have you considered looking into some track day...

Have you considered looking into some track day fun instead, or to supplement autox? Midwest 86 Cup is starting its second season in 2019, and with the recent announcement of NATA we are hopeful that...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-07-2017, 08:36 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
A lot. Over half the field is Twins. There are 58...

A lot. Over half the field is Twins. There are 58 cars in DS, and I got to 32 before my browser on my phone jumped and I lost my spot. Decided I didn't wanna start over. I'd guess around ~35
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-07-2017, 05:19 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
The way I work on cars I'd screw it up somehow. I...

The way I work on cars I'd screw it up somehow. I r bAD MehCanIK
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-07-2017, 04:32 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
I'd be more willing to take the measurements...

I'd be more willing to take the measurements myself if it didn't mean having to spend another $120 on a new alignment. Particularly since I'm only running regional events, and not even at the pointy...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-06-2017, 05:31 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
It was proven that they were with just the...

It was proven that they were with just the standard full replacement. The washer insert was supposedly a fix to bring them into OEM spec. So if people are questioning it, then someone will have to...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-06-2017, 03:58 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
That's right, disregard my previous statement....

That's right, disregard my previous statement. Running on very little sleep, so not operating at 100%. haha
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-06-2017, 03:07 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
As much as I hate to say it, because it'd mean...

As much as I hate to say it, because it'd mean spending more money and time on the suspension again, I'm wondering if variance in drilling out the upper strut mount to accommodate the larger shaft...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-05-2017, 05:41 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
I reckon I hit the jackpot with -1.9/-1.8 in the...

I reckon I hit the jackpot with -1.9/-1.8 in the front and -1/-1.1 in the rear. Also Koni Yellows w/ centering washers + crash bolts. When I first saw the alignment sheet I was worried that I must've...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-01-2016, 11:01 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
I mean... you can use a TRD bar, but just one and...

I mean... you can use a TRD bar, but just one and no other sway bar upgrade.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-25-2016, 03:39 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Let me know when you let go of those TRD parts ;)

Let me know when you let go of those TRD parts ;)
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-25-2016, 08:16 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
After some careful consideration I've decided to...

After some careful consideration I've decided to try next season in CS. Soo if anyone is looking to switch to DS and get rid of their TRD parts... ;)
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-24-2016, 02:23 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
That article is what got me thinking about them...

That article is what got me thinking about them too!

After having a '16 SS as a rental for three days in Nashville, I might have some trouble driving a Camaro without the insane power/torque and...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-24-2016, 09:27 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
So is anyone actually planning on staying in CS...

So is anyone actually planning on staying in CS with a TRD car?

Or is everyone jumping to DS?

Or jumping to DS and trading in for turbo Camaros? lol
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-30-2016, 08:35 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Ah, oh well. That's what I get for half-assed...

Ah, oh well. That's what I get for half-assed playing around in STX.

Btw, anyone looking for a header? haha :P
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-29-2016, 05:33 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
So when are all the BRZ folks gonna start jumping...

So when are all the BRZ folks gonna start jumping ship on CS? I need them deals on used parts for my conversion back to CS prep! ;)

I'm just kidding, I don't want to see people leave the class....
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-13-2016, 09:46 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
That's definitely a fair point. My main goal is...

That's definitely a fair point. My main goal is to be in a class where a lot of my friends are and be able to duke it out with them. You're probably right about still being competitive locally. As...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-13-2016, 09:28 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
I'm getting ready to make a swap from a very...

I'm getting ready to make a swap from a very light STX prep back to Street as a means to save some money, but waiting until I hear the final word of what changes will be made.

I'd love to see the...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 08-23-2016, 07:43 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Pretty much my thoughts. I think the TRD parts...

Pretty much my thoughts. I think the TRD parts are good for a very slight advantage, assuming otherwise same prep and both drivers being very good. At a local level I think there's generally enough...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 08-22-2016, 11:21 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Some of the messages (the matter looks to be...

Some of the messages (the matter looks to be addressed a couple ways in a few places) seem a little contradictory/confusing, but the overall message I'm getting from it is that they aren't allowing...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 08-22-2016, 09:34 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
September Fastrack looks to indicate no class...

September Fastrack looks to indicate no class changes or cross platform parts allowances.

http://cdn.growassets.net/user_files/scca/downloads/000/017/178/16-fastrack-September.pdf?1471879926
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 01-29-2016, 09:54 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
I've got a set of Wats coming! But in 17x8 +35. ...

I've got a set of Wats coming! But in 17x8 +35.

I was originally going to go with the magnesium wheels, but after reading about their tendency to break because they're more brittle; I decided not...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-22-2015, 10:48 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
See my response to simpleisbest. I'm running...

See my response to simpleisbest.

I'm running off of information on the suspension options thread, and the general assumption that the TRD springs are an Eibach Pro-Kit with slightly different...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-17-2015, 04:17 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
The suspension options thread lists rates for the...

The suspension options thread lists rates for the TRD springs: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8739 although every other source I can find simply says "proprietary rates."

Granted,...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-17-2015, 12:05 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
In respect to something like autocross, the FR-S...

In respect to something like autocross, the FR-S and BRZ are fairly different cars in my opinion because of the difference in OE suspension.

With nearly twice the difference between front and...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-09-2015, 10:38 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Agreed with the two statements above. ...

Agreed with the two statements above.

Although one day I would like to get a CLEiB catback, because turned down exhaust is best exhaust.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-09-2015, 10:37 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Agreed with the two statements above. ...

Agreed with the two statements above.

Although one day I would like to get a CLEiB catback, because turned down exhaust is best exhaust.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-30-2015, 02:50 PM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
Definitely looks like RE71Rs are still the tire...

Definitely looks like RE71Rs are still the tire to have, but the V720 seem like pretty good competition against the Rival S; especially for the price difference.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-21-2015, 11:04 AM
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Posted By Shark_Bait88
This is basically what I was implying when I...

This is basically what I was implying when I said, "or someone else figures it out somehow." lol

http://www.carthrottle.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/yeah-science-bitch-690x389.jpg
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