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Forum: Forced Induction

09-23-2016, 08:25 PM

Replies: 46

FI Owners: If you were to do it all over again, what would you do differently?

Views: 13,716

Posted By kaybee123

I would not have installed it myself! That was a...

I would not have installed it myself! That was a hell of a learning experience ;)

Also: Local tuning.

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

04-17-2016, 04:27 PM

Replies: 304

Forced Induction or upgrade car?

Views: 71,237

Posted By kaybee123

I'm in Canada and FI was 5k. And yes, it...

I'm in Canada and FI was 5k.

And yes, it was worth it.

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

06-12-2014, 11:53 AM

Replies: 15

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 215/45/17 Impressions

Views: 8,733

Posted By kaybee123

I got the W version. Made sure of that!

I got the W version. Made sure of that!

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

06-07-2014, 11:11 PM

Replies: 15

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 215/45/17 Impressions

Views: 8,733

Posted By kaybee123

Thanks, that's a good idea! Update #2: So...

Thanks, that's a good idea!

Update #2:
So after driving with them for 3 days, I now feel much more comfortable with them. I honestly didn't realize how much my FRONT tires were slipping in the...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

06-04-2014, 09:34 PM

Replies: 15

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 215/45/17 Impressions

Views: 8,733

Posted By kaybee123

Wouldn't springs be much more than sway? And a...

Wouldn't springs be much more than sway? And a more difficult installation? Aye... I just wanted more grip, not to have to do more mods!!!

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

06-04-2014, 03:56 PM

Replies: 15

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 215/45/17 Impressions

Views: 8,733

Posted By kaybee123

Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 215/45/17 Impressions

So I just installed Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 215/45/17 on my FRS and I figured I would give my first impression. (Figured it might help someone just like me!)

First, they look different than...

Forum: Forced Induction

05-11-2014, 02:07 PM

Replies: 21

How does FI change the 86's "character"?

Views: 3,625

Posted By kaybee123

Supercharged here. The front of the car is...

Supercharged here.

The front of the car is a little bit heavier but that's only something you're going to notice the first day or so. The car still feels incredibly agile and I have since...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

05-06-2014, 08:51 PM

Replies: 14

Tire question

Views: 1,972

Posted By kaybee123

Exactly what I'm wondering. I'm getting Michelin...

Exactly what I'm wondering. I'm getting Michelin Sport A/S 3 this week (it gets cold here otherwise I'd be getting the super sport) and I'd love to know the pros and cons of 215 vs 225.

What is...

Forum: Forced Induction

04-22-2014, 07:06 PM

Replies: 29

Supercharger vs. Turbo, please advise

Views: 20,311

Posted By kaybee123

I wanted linear acceleration for all around...

I wanted linear acceleration for all around handling, a substantial power boost and the most reliability so I went with a supercharger.

It's a daily driver after all and the point of doing all...

Forum: Forced Induction

04-21-2014, 09:26 PM

Replies: 20

Shipping a used Vortech kit... thoughts?

Views: 5,622

Posted By kaybee123

Yeah it's HEAVY so that makes sense for shipping...

Yeah it's HEAVY so that makes sense for shipping cost.

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

04-09-2014, 09:46 PM

Replies: 54

Anyone else store their car for the winter and regret it??

Views: 7,057

Posted By kaybee123

I stored my car this winter... and have also been...

I stored my car this winter... and have also been unable to drive due to an illness in 2014.

I just started driving again 4 days ago and conveniently, all the snow has finally melted!

THE JOY...

Forum: Forced Induction

03-23-2014, 09:04 PM

Replies: 8

How cold did you run your Vortech kit?

Views: 2,528

Posted By kaybee123

Cool, thanks for the feedback! Helps put my mind...

Cool, thanks for the feedback! Helps put my mind at ease about temperatures.

Forum: Forced Induction

03-23-2014, 12:14 PM

Replies: 8

How cold did you run your Vortech kit?

Views: 2,528

Posted By kaybee123

How cold did you run your Vortech kit?

Hey,

I stored my car for the winter but I'm curious what kind of weather other people ran their car using a supercharger. (in my case, it's a Vortech).

I plan on taking my car out around...

Forum: Forced Induction

03-22-2014, 01:10 AM

Replies: 22

New injectors and pump, idle dip when tipping in the throttle?

Views: 5,463

Posted By kaybee123

Same... it leaked all over the place and caused a...

Same... it leaked all over the place and caused a huge mess. Took an entire day to figure out how to properly replace the pump and the gasket.

I don't ever want to have to do that again.

Forum: Forced Induction

03-20-2014, 06:19 PM

Replies: 22

New injectors and pump, idle dip when tipping in the throttle?

Views: 5,463

Posted By kaybee123

Installed it at the same time I installed the...

Installed it at the same time I installed the supercharger... had major issues installing the fuel pump (oh man) but I finally got it.

Forum: Forced Induction

03-20-2014, 12:21 PM

Replies: 22

New injectors and pump, idle dip when tipping in the throttle?

Views: 5,463

Posted By kaybee123

I had the exact same thing happen to me with the...

I had the exact same thing happen to me with the vortech & the same injectors / fuel pump. (hell, even with the stock pulley... we have the exact same setup)

You just need to fix it with a tune!...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

03-04-2014, 12:28 AM

Replies: 41

Frustrated, sad, and lonely (on topic)

Views: 8,831

Posted By kaybee123

I'd be freaking out if I had that bumper license...

I'd be freaking out if I had that bumper license plate in front :P

hehehe to each his own :)

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

02-13-2014, 02:19 AM

Replies: 22

Tire for 250 whp

Views: 4,708

Posted By kaybee123

You guys are amazing. Seriously. Looks like...

You guys are amazing. Seriously.

Looks like I'm going to get myself some Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 based on your recommendations.

It sucks that it I'll be driving it in 0C / 32F weather...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

02-11-2014, 01:43 AM

Replies: 22

Tire for 250 whp

Views: 4,708

Posted By kaybee123

I don't have a fixed budget (I always think it's...

I don't have a fixed budget (I always think it's silly to say I want to spend X amount on things).

I'm not sure what a more aggressive tire does! The temperatures range between 0C and 35C when I...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

02-11-2014, 01:29 AM

Replies: 22

Tire for 250 whp

Views: 4,708

Posted By kaybee123

I want to prevent accidentally losing the backend...

I want to prevent accidentally losing the backend in fast, sharp turns. (Basically, I'm trying NOT to drift)

Right now it's just too easy to lose the backend of the car while going fast. Better...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

02-11-2014, 01:11 AM

Replies: 22

Tire for 250 whp

Views: 4,708

Posted By kaybee123

Tire for 250 whp

So I want to upgrade my summer tires for driving in Canada (not yet.. but it's coming soon!) and I want to know what my best options are.

I'd be installing them on the stock rims and I have about...

Forum: Forced Induction

02-07-2014, 12:35 PM

Replies: 118

Those with 240 wbhp wish they had more, like closer to 300 wbhp?

Views: 31,956

Posted By kaybee123

When I first moved towards 240whp I thought......

When I first moved towards 240whp I thought... wow, this is MUCH faster than before.

After a year of driving, I'm used to it now and although I believe it is the best amount of power for me, it...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

11-17-2013, 11:03 PM

Replies: 65

Litchfield BRZ in EVO's Track Car of the Year 2013

Views: 22,082

Posted By kaybee123

That mini is probably more expensive than a stock...

That mini is probably more expensive than a stock BRZ with a supercharger btw.

Don't know about you but I thought it was awesome!

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

06-23-2013, 01:58 PM

Replies: 44

Fuel pump upgrade install (Visconti 290lph)

Views: 32,003

Posted By kaybee123

I resolved this issue. The fuel injector...

I resolved this issue.

The fuel injector was short circuiting (injector fuse was blowing) which was the reason the car wasn't sending any instructions to the fuel pump.

When we fixed the...

Forum: Software Tuning

06-23-2013, 02:19 AM

Replies: 6,530

Visconti Tuning - Latest BRZ Flash Info

Views: 1,483,017

Posted By kaybee123

I'm still waiting on the first real tune for me....

I'm still waiting on the first real tune for me. Started with ticket #2242

Since I installed the supercharger on my car I haven't had a proper tune (just the original default/calibration file...

Forum: Forced Induction

06-16-2013, 09:00 PM

Replies: 27

Injectors installation

Views: 18,494

Posted By kaybee123

Watch out when you reinstall the injectors &...

Watch out when you reinstall the injectors & their power connector.

My problem was that one of the power connectors was rubbing on the side so it short circuited and the car wouldn't start.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

06-13-2013, 11:14 PM

Replies: 3

Can't read ECU

Views: 1,289

Posted By kaybee123

I'm getting power, everything lights up when I'm...

I'm getting power, everything lights up when I'm on "ON" but nothing happens when I turn the key.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

06-13-2013, 04:58 PM

Replies: 3

Can't read ECU

Views: 1,289

Posted By kaybee123

Can't read ECU

Hey,

I've been installing a vortech supercharger kit with a new fuel pump, new injectors and ecutek tune.

I installed everything, flashed the ECU with a tune and started it up... it worked!!!...

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

06-13-2013, 02:00 PM

Replies: 44

Fuel pump upgrade install (Visconti 290lph)

Views: 32,003

Posted By kaybee123

Update: Pulled it out, secured back in... now the...

Update: Pulled it out, secured back in... now the fuel pump isn't working :\

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

06-12-2013, 10:35 PM

Replies: 44

Fuel pump upgrade install (Visconti 290lph)

Views: 32,003