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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-12-2024, 01:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 931
Posted By leevanf
Falken FK510 vs GT Radial SX2

Hi Guys! Im due for a tire change and these are the two latest production options available in my area and size.

Car is generally a weekend urban driver, spirited driving, no competitive track, in...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-09-2021, 12:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,692
Posted By leevanf
Thanks bud! I pratice car photography haha!...

Thanks bud! I pratice car photography haha! Follow me at leevanf
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-01-2021, 12:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,692
Posted By leevanf
LeevanF's OEM+ Build

Sharing with you a build with the goal of making it more functional true to the car's essence of a lightweight, fun, no-frills sports car. The modifications were done little by little, with...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 02-20-2021, 09:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 479
Posted By leevanf
BRZ DRL Wiring?

Hi!

For BRZ that dont come with DRL's stock, are there existing sockets/harnesses/relays for installing DRLs? Otherwise, what is the extent of work needed to be done for an OEM-level install?
...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-09-2020, 11:44 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 49,162
Posted By leevanf
I used to have the MT/AT dilemma before buying...

I used to have the MT/AT dilemma before buying this car. Since I've been driving on a manual daily ever since, I opted for the automatic because I knew it had most of (and even more) features that an...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-31-2020, 02:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 864
Posted By leevanf
Which Locking Ties for wrapping a UEL?

Hi! Im getting a Tomei UEL and a 2x50 roll of DEI Titanium wrap.

However i’d like to ask which among the lengths, and how many pieces of the steel positive locking ties will i need?

Below are...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-08-2020, 04:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 316
Posted By leevanf
Service Interval for Aftermarket ATF?

Hi Guys, 3 years ago, I changed my ATF from OEM to Motul. I then realized it was unnecessary because the factory ATF is basically "good for life / a very long interval". So question is, if one were...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-27-2020, 01:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,119
Posted By leevanf
Hello! When talking about grip, there are...

Hello!

When talking about grip, there are many levels of grip that are possible.

Generally, a tire upgrade is more than enough for the cars power and chassis dynamics, especially if you want...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-10-2020, 04:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,604
Posted By leevanf
Do sticky tires make the car feel slower?

I share your concern. Like you, my main concern was improving what can be improved, without veering too far away from the OEM Driving dynamics. Mainly for a DD and occasional sprited drive.
...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-23-2020, 10:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By leevanf
Thanks! Must be getting paranoid because i was...

Thanks! Must be getting paranoid because i was running it this way for a good 9 months or more


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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-23-2020, 04:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By leevanf
Differential Had Water

So I just changed differential fluids, and when i did, color was a very off-white cream which probably meant water ingress in the past when i drove through some floodwater.

In hindsight i forgot...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-03-2020, 09:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,181
Posted By leevanf
Does US OE come with vented brakes? Sent...

Does US OE come with vented brakes?


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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-03-2020, 09:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,181
Posted By leevanf
Thanks. Is it likely that if the car comes with...

Thanks. Is it likely that if the car comes with oem 17s, and the limited package, that its on vented brakes?


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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-02-2020, 04:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,181
Posted By leevanf
Hi! Does that mean A000 is correct? Sent...

Hi! Does that mean A000 is correct?


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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-01-2020, 01:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,181
Posted By leevanf
Correct OEM Rear Brake Pad Part#?

Hi guys, need help on finding the correct part# for my BRZ.

My Car is not USDM as I live in the Philippines. So typing in VIN doesnt work.
For background though, it is a 2014 Subaru BRZ A/T...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-18-2019, 12:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,789
Posted By leevanf
They are +42s. No rub, just the right flush on...

They are
+42s. No rub, just the right flush on fenders for me.


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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-17-2019, 11:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,789
Posted By leevanf
Thats brilliant. I notice the car feels less...

Thats brilliant. I notice the car feels less floaty after a few weeks without air (at about 33 psi)


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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-17-2019, 11:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,408
Posted By leevanf
Would you happen to know if a non factory car DRL...

Would you happen to know if a non factory car DRL has both wiring and relay for this?

If not, what does the relay look like in the fusebox? :)


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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-13-2019, 10:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,408
Posted By leevanf
Hi Ultra, i noticed the BRZ manual/wiring doesnt...

Hi Ultra, i noticed the BRZ manual/wiring doesnt have anything on the DRLs. Perhaps since its an optional part around the world.

Given this, would you happen to know if there is an existing relay...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-13-2019, 12:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,408
Posted By leevanf
Wiring Diagram for BRZ OEM 12-16 DRL?

Hi guys, the BRZs in our country dont come with DRLs. I was able to source a pair including foglight bezels to replace my non-drl ones.

Question is, how do I go about installing the DRLs in the...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-06-2019, 07:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,789
Posted By leevanf
Ill try that. Currently on the recommended 35s ...

Ill try that. Currently on the recommended 35s


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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-06-2019, 07:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,789
Posted By leevanf
Im considering a lip spoiler but im trying to...

Im considering a lip spoiler but im trying to look for a very thin one!


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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-03-2019, 09:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,789
Posted By leevanf
Installed: TWS T66F in 17x8, Stock Tire Size

Oem+ build, used lightweight hankook ventus v12 in stock size to retain nimbleness.

Lost 7lbs per corner

Because of the lightness, car feels more “floaty” which takes getting used to, but the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-16-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,126
Posted By leevanf
I actually want to tune for a very subtle burble....

I actually want to tune for a very subtle burble. Only for my enjoyment in the car.


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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-16-2019, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,126
Posted By leevanf
I actually want to tune for a very subtle burble....

I actually want to tune for a very subtle burble. Only for my enjoyment in the car.


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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-15-2019, 04:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,126
Posted By leevanf
Is there a tune for “throatier” Burble/Pops?

Hi all,

Im running all stock with Stg1 OFT and a Fujitsubo Catback. And sometimes, when i let go of the throttle and the rpm starts to go down, i can actually hear a very very faint burble. I...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-06-2019, 10:04 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 25,332
Posted By leevanf
What attributes should Toyota and Subaru retain in the Second Generation FT-86 (aka

I think at its core, it needs to focus on “Fun”.
For the target market of this car, i think fun is defined as:
(1) great driving experience
(2) low risk in terms of safety and investment
(3)...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-21-2019, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 851
Posted By leevanf
17x8 +42, 225 or 215. Will I need to roll fenders?

Just making sure before I install, thanks!


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Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-20-2019, 11:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,986
Posted By leevanf
Thanks. What i dont appreciate however is that...

Thanks. What i dont appreciate however is that they want to charge me for the fuse, and dont have this mindset that “hey, the car was under our watch when it happened, so it was likely something we...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-20-2019, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,986
Posted By leevanf
Blowing a main battery fuse

Please excuse for my lack of knowledge on car electronics but I hope to get some help from those who know this.

I recently left my car at a reputable shop to have my horns changed to PIAA ones,...
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