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Forum: Subaru BRZ General Forum 05-16-2013, 08:43 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,941
Posted By Draco-REX
Actually.. no. Would I like 300+hp in the...

Actually.. no.

Would I like 300+hp in the BRZ? Sure. Do I want a turbo EJ in the BRZ? No. A turbo is just not a good match for this car, IMO. You can drive around a turbo's limitations, but...
Forum: Subaru BRZ General Forum 05-16-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,941
Posted By Draco-REX
Just to steer us back on track while...

Just to steer us back on track while simultaneously tossing a cupfull of gas on the fire:

I own a STI with extensive suspension modifications and a BRZ, and I'm seriously considering selling the...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-16-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 10,843
Posted By Draco-REX
OT but, that is one of my favorite movies of all...

OT but, that is one of my favorite movies of all time.

World's Fastest Indian (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0412080/?ref_=sr_1)

It's a must-see for anyone, even if they're not into racing or...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-15-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 10,843
Posted By Draco-REX
I don't think so. Ratios are ratios. If they...

I don't think so. Ratios are ratios. If they can cut the same ratio between the two, then I don't think there is any difference in this application. Vortec has pretty much proven that the added...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-15-2013, 10:24 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 10,843
Posted By Draco-REX
It's a lot less complicated and a lot more...

It's a lot less complicated and a lot more superficial. Straight-cut gears whine when put under load. Watch an in-car video of a dedicated racecar and you'll hear a similar whine from the...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-15-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 10,843
Posted By Draco-REX
I want this kit as I expect it to deliver useable...

I want this kit as I expect it to deliver useable torque everywhere. And I expect the Stage 2 to hit a peak of 235rwhp or so.

But let's be honest here...

If Vortec used straight-cut gears in...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-14-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 310
Posted By Draco-REX
Picture one is not brake lines. Those are fuel...

Picture one is not brake lines. Those are fuel lines. The fittings pictured are quick-disconnects which aren't used in brake lines for safety reasons. Additionally, except for the lengths between...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-13-2013, 06:25 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,364
Posted By Draco-REX
Take this as the learning experience it is, and...

Take this as the learning experience it is, and grow from it.

Once you get the car back on its feet, seek out local AutoX events. You'll learn car control in an environment that won't bite back....
Forum: Subaru BRZ General Forum 05-13-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,941
Posted By Draco-REX
Does this car *NEED* more power? No. It's...

Does this car *NEED* more power? No. It's beautifully balanced.

Could it USE more power? Sure.

The thing is, power works great in ONE direction, but this car is about CHANGING direction. ...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 05-13-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 414
Views: 58,178
Posted By Draco-REX
Most people go heavier actually, to smooth out...

Most people go heavier actually, to smooth out shifter feel. Personally, I like lighter ones because I like to feel the transmission internals meshing. But it's not usually about weight savings. ...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 08:02 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 7,007
Posted By Draco-REX
If that is what you percieve, then that is what...

If that is what you percieve, then that is what you percieve. Personally, I find this car to do exactly what I ask of it without any odd habits. I can balance it on a knife edge, or let the tail...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-06-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,145
Posted By Draco-REX
Then, an AutoX.

Then, an AutoX.
Forum: Subaru BRZ General Forum 05-02-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,637
Posted By Draco-REX
Everything in this thread needs to be renamed to...

Everything in this thread needs to be renamed to Vacation Pix.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 05-02-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,200
Posted By Draco-REX
The mag I got from Jegs, and the valve from...

The mag I got from Jegs, and the valve from quickoildrainvalve.com or something similar, I don't remember.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-28-2013, 08:18 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,156
Posted By Draco-REX
Carsmo...

Carsmo (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18587)

/thread
Forum: Forced Induction 04-24-2013, 02:51 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 14,734
Posted By Draco-REX
I don't think the cat just spontaneously broke up...

I don't think the cat just spontaneously broke up on its own. Likely it was impacted by pieces of the engine. So whether it was pieces of the cat or pieces of the engine, that turbo was doomed...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-23-2013, 04:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,251
Posted By Draco-REX
Except that it is ready as both Bullet and Cusco...

Except that it is ready as both Bullet and Cusco are selling them. You don't produce this many units of a product still in development:...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-22-2013, 04:30 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 15,969
Posted By Draco-REX
I need to do this.. .with a WiiL.

I need to do this..

.with a WiiL.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE 04-20-2013, 08:10 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,794
Posted By Draco-REX
I'm in. I would love to get my seat even lower.

I'm in. I would love to get my seat even lower.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-18-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,200
Posted By Draco-REX
Fumoto plus FilterMag is the best of both worlds.

Fumoto plus FilterMag is the best of both worlds.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-05-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 333
Views: 15,489
Posted By Draco-REX
So you have nothing of value to contribute. Good...

So you have nothing of value to contribute. Good to know, welcome to my ignore list.

And for the record, you'd better think again about your "Cry Cry Cry" comments. Aussies can cry just as hard...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-04-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 333
Views: 15,489
Posted By Draco-REX
I just wish they weren't the only game in town...

I just wish they weren't the only game in town for this type of blower.

The thing is, Innovate has a good reputation for their data products and has always seemed like a good company. I just...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub 03-29-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 647
Posted By Draco-REX
I won't hesitate to recommend my setup for the...

I won't hesitate to recommend my setup for the aggressive street driver/"for the fun of it" AutoXer.

17x8 wheels with 235/40-17 Extreme Performance tires with the RaceComp Engineering "Yellow"...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-28-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 333
Views: 15,489
Posted By Draco-REX
205 crank hp? Think about this for a minute.... ...

205 crank hp? Think about this for a minute....

Stock, this car is 200 crank hp. There's no way adding .94L of air will only net 5hp.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-28-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,414
Posted By Draco-REX
This triggered a minor epiphany for me: ...

This triggered a minor epiphany for me:
http://i.qkme.me/3tkcgj.jpg
Forum: Forced Induction 03-27-2013, 10:06 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 15,489
Posted By Draco-REX
Sprintex 210

Sprintex 210
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 03-22-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,195
Posted By Draco-REX
How much wrenching do you plan to do? For...

How much wrenching do you plan to do?

For most people who wrench on their car once in a while, the cheaper tools are a better choice and the expensive ones are a waste of money.

Before the rest...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-22-2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 295
Views: 20,944
Posted By Draco-REX
I'm interested in a supercharger instead of a...

I'm interested in a supercharger instead of a turbo charger for this car for one primary reason (and a few secondarry): Transisional response; how the power is delivered when feathering (going...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-19-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,274
Posted By Draco-REX
You missed a bolt...

You missed a bolt...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes 03-18-2013, 10:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,438
Posted By Draco-REX
This. You can't go wrong with either choice. ...

This. You can't go wrong with either choice. RCE has always proven to meet my needs in the past, so their springs were a no-brainer for me. And they didn't disappoint. With my background in AWD...
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