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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-30-2016, 11:27 AM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,110,849
Posted By Ricochet48
I have been driving an RSX-S for 10 years and...

I have been driving an RSX-S for 10 years and never felt like I needed an armrest...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-11-2014, 12:36 AM
Replies: 1,467
Views: 1,609,046
Posted By Ricochet48
http://blog.bespokeventures.com/wp-content/uploads...

http://blog.bespokeventures.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/824_1b96b7324c_w1200.jpg

Blatant rip off of the amuse 370z kit--one of the sexiest kits every made IMO though.
Forum: Forced Induction 02-28-2014, 10:51 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 26,048
Posted By Ricochet48
Below 25?! Wow it's been in the teens most of...

Below 25?! Wow it's been in the teens most of this winter in Chicago with lows of -56 wind chill. The whole next week on my phone says it won't even reach above that!

I understand the concept...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-26-2014, 10:21 PM
Replies: 1,241
Views: 240,724
Posted By Ricochet48
Could one just have a sibling buy the car that...

Could one just have a sibling buy the car that just graduated and then transfer title or something to save $1k?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-10-2014, 10:38 PM
Replies: 428
Views: 120,627
Posted By Ricochet48
Surprised this is so cheap. I love those seats...

Surprised this is so cheap. I love those seats and headlights--that alone makes the deal worth it to me. I prefer the FR-S bumper, but I'd just have to re-badge to Toyota right away haha.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 11-25-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 39,846
Posted By Ricochet48
I guess this takes a lot of the 'guess work' out...

I guess this takes a lot of the 'guess work' out of customizing a system yourself, but for $1.5k it seems expensive to me. You get a 120w subwoofer? I'm not a HS kid cranking bass all day long, but...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-22-2013, 06:57 PM
Replies: 655
Views: 216,636
Posted By Ricochet48
I really hope you're right. My RSX-S seats are...

I really hope you're right. My RSX-S seats are leather and feel comfortable for the most part and look great, but overall for a performance car they are impractical. You slide on hard turns and...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-16-2013, 11:14 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 43,431
Posted By Ricochet48
I'm also in interested what this kit will do with...

I'm also in interested what this kit will do with I/H/E and a shorter pulley. 275 seems reachable?

I hope that JR would provide some sort of upgrade route. For instance, if you bought their...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-15-2013, 10:21 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 43,431
Posted By Ricochet48
This is what I've been waiting to hear. I would...

This is what I've been waiting to hear. I would pay $5,000 for those numbers with an easy, reversible install any day. I would replace the stock clutch eventually, but it's nice to see that its...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 08-29-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 19,491
Posted By Ricochet48
I'm doubtful that the car will change next year...

I'm doubtful that the car will change next year at all. I would assume they would do 3 years with relatively little changes, then a refresh.

Part of the rationale also has do to with...
Forum: Forced Induction 08-19-2013, 11:32 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 88,468
Posted By Ricochet48
Thank you. That was quite honestly one of the...

Thank you. That was quite honestly one of the best forum posts I've ever seen (and not just on a car forum for that matter).

You provided real data, honest opinions, and included all of the...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 08-18-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
I agree with this reasoning for the most part. ...

I agree with this reasoning for the most part. You can always buy a cheaper car and spend $$$ on modifications, etc. The biggest issues at hand though are warranties and resale. You start at...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 08-02-2013, 01:50 AM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
I do believe I understand. I run SCCA locally...

I do believe I understand. I run SCCA locally and also track at the Autobahn (IL), Gingerman, and Road America. I have an intake and ECU while the rest of my modifications are all suspension...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 08-02-2013, 12:46 AM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
This is exactly the childish comments which WOULD...

This is exactly the childish comments which WOULD drive me to get a Z over an FRS/BRZ. It's more out of the reach of immature racer bros.

I digress, but you honestly proved one of my points...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 08-01-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
THIS^! I want just about everything in between....

THIS^! I want just about everything in between. It can weigh a bit more, be a bit more luxurious (aka Premium Trim, etc.), have 18"s stock, 250+hp, for $31k. I think it would sell very well to...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-31-2013, 05:56 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
To be fair, since 2012 the 370z has come stock...

To be fair, since 2012 the 370z has come stock with an oil cooler. It's it cools the coolant and not the oil directly like most aftermarket ones. It would be fine any all but fairly serious...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-31-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
I assumed that the explanation would involve...

I assumed that the explanation would involve kids. I doubt I would buy this as more than a weekend only warrior / track car if I had kids or throught I was going to shortly. I could see picking up...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-31-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
Exactly, I agree that the price of the 2013's...

Exactly, I agree that the price of the 2013's were not competitive with the new twins as more closely the Genesis Coupe and Mustang.

The question is, is the price NOW very competitive--enough to...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-31-2013, 01:45 AM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
Thanks for the solid feedback. I live in...

Thanks for the solid feedback.

I live in Chicago where curve roads are few and far between. You have much more opportunity to go fast straight than you do on turns.

Additionally, I would...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-30-2013, 11:07 PM
Replies: 352
Views: 97,524
Posted By Ricochet48
I am so very torn now between the 370Z, BRZ and...

I am so very torn now between the 370Z, BRZ and also waiting for the potential BRZ STI, new WRX, or new Z (even a 240Z?!).

If I got a twin today I would need to get an Innovate SC (which would...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-28-2012, 12:17 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 34,613
Posted By Ricochet48
Looks great! I love the idea of making...

Looks great! I love the idea of making additional trims (watered down as they may be) to the BRZ side.

I could see this going for 30k with those seats and a bit more GO.
Forum: Forced Induction 09-20-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 95,652
Posted By Ricochet48
Autobahn eh? I've driven my RSX (and a few...

Autobahn eh? I've driven my RSX (and a few supercars) there for many laps. Nice one on turn 10 too haha.

Seriously though, if I don't get a 370z I'd get an 86 and swing over to your shop (live...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 07-05-2012, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1,491
Views: 510,406
Posted By Ricochet48
First off, the 86 is only available in limited...

First off, the 86 is only available in limited quantities as of now. Therefore, everyone has been paying MSRP (even if they are lucky), while most Z owners are paying right around invoice.

The...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-08-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 22,174
Posted By Ricochet48
I understand the low allotment amounts for the...

I understand the low allotment amounts for the first several months, but seriously....

When it comes down to it, we have a 200hp, 150tq fuel efficient, light, sporty, toyobaru. If a dealer looked...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-08-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,940
Posted By Ricochet48
Can you explain a bit more how it 'feels' better...

Can you explain a bit more how it 'feels' better than the 370z.

I currently drive a modified RSX-S and was debating between the FRS/BRZ and the Z. The Z has twice the torque and over 100 more hp...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 06-03-2012, 05:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,642
Posted By Ricochet48
Once you break in your FR-S I'd like to hear more...

Once you break in your FR-S I'd like to hear more comparisons between your RSX-S.

I currently track my modified RSX and am deciding between a FR-S/BRZ (and eventually going FI) or a 370z.

Car...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 05-05-2012, 12:43 AM
Replies: 1,491
Views: 510,406
Posted By Ricochet48
I just had to make my first post in response to...

I just had to make my first post in response to some of the misguided comparisons made in this thread.

As some mentioned, both cars in different categories/markets.

The 370z is closer to a...
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