follow ft86club on our blog, twitter or facebook.
FT86CLUB
Ft86Club
Delicious Tuning
Register Garage Members List Calendar Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Go Back   Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community - FT86CLUB > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results


Page 1 of 17 1 234511 Last »
Showing results 1 to 30 of 500
Search took 0.04 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: Miniata
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-06-2017, 02:32 AM
Replies: 1,281
Views: 201,328
Posted By Miniata
What he is probably referring to are the very...

What he is probably referring to are the very common muffler deletes that bolt on in about 15 minutes or so, and exit from one of the stock locations. I bought one for my car from Nameless for a...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-05-2017, 04:39 AM
Replies: 1,281
Views: 201,328
Posted By Miniata
the spec tire for the class hasn't been announced...

the spec tire for the class hasn't been announced yet, could be the Nexen, or the BFG, or the Bridgestones, or the Hankooks, or something else. Press release says the spec tire will be announced...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-18-2016, 05:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,753
Posted By Miniata
Like the others said, just surface rust. I've...

Like the others said, just surface rust. I've seen much worse. If it were my car, I'd clean off whatever rust I can reach without removing them from the car, and hit them with a good thick rust...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-18-2016, 05:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,427
Posted By Miniata
I've only had a couple of false tire pressure...

I've only had a couple of false tire pressure alarms in the Mini in the 11 years we've had it, but the speed sensors they use for TPMS weren't that accurate (which is why they had to stop using that...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-18-2016, 05:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,427
Posted By Miniata
It bothered me a little when I first started...

It bothered me a little when I first started running without TPMS sensors in vehicles that came with them 8+ years ago, but I got over it pretty quickly. Besides, on my BRZ I usually have at least 2...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-05-2016, 04:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,427
Posted By Miniata
Drive without TPMS for 6 months out of the year...

Drive without TPMS for 6 months out of the year and check your tire pressures weekly manually? Cheapest DIY option available. I have four sets of wheels and tires for my BRZ and only the stock wheels...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-03-2016, 05:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,717
Posted By Miniata
I looked back through the thread, but must have...

I looked back through the thread, but must have missed it. Which tire did you end up going with? The DWS or DWS-06? I noticed the DWS lose grip in the back on my BRZ a lot sooner than I'd like as...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-02-2016, 11:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,717
Posted By Miniata
Not a true apples to apples comparison since they...

Not a true apples to apples comparison since they are on different cars, but I have the DWS on my BRZ and the DWS-06 on our Focus ST. They feel like completely different tires. The DWS on the BRZ...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-03-2016, 05:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,713
Posted By Miniata
Not worth TPMS in spare wheels IMO. I have four...

Not worth TPMS in spare wheels IMO. I have four sets of wheels for my BRZ, only the stock ones have TPMS installed. The light on the dash doesn't bother me. I usually have the traction/stability...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-11-2015, 03:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,864
Posted By Miniata
I just live with the dash light being on. Both...

I just live with the dash light being on. Both sets of aftermarket wheels/tires I have don't have TPMS sensors in them. Just another dash light to have on, I often have the traction and/or stability...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-10-2015, 10:37 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 37,257
Posted By Miniata
Here are mine, if I remembered them all, in...

Here are mine, if I remembered them all, in order:

1979 VW Rabbit diesel
1981 Mustang Cobra V8
1988 Suzuki Samurai
1978 Datsun 280Z
1983 VW Rabbit GTI
1990 Suzuki Sidekick
1989 Mustang LX...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-22-2015, 10:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,555
Posted By Miniata
I've had the Craftsman 19.2V 1/2" impact for 3+...

I've had the Craftsman 19.2V 1/2" impact for 3+ years now. At first I used it with the NiCad batteries I already had on hand, and if fully charged they would remove lug nuts ok, but I'd be lucky to...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 01-14-2015, 07:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,354
Posted By Miniata
Front bumper, fenders, doors scratched and beat...

Front bumper, fenders, doors scratched and beat up by cones from autocrossing. More damage to the BRZ in 2 years of autocrossing than all my previous cars combined in the previous 13 years. The paint...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-12-2015, 07:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,136
Posted By Miniata
Front plate is law in my state too, but I told...

Front plate is law in my state too, but I told the dealership when I ordered my car, and again when they called to tell me it had arrived, that if they drilled the front bumper or mounted the front...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 01-11-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 87,528
Posted By Miniata
Most likely they will ask what the battery was...

Most likely they will ask what the battery was used in if you try and warranty it. I suppose you could look up an application the Shorai battery you're using is approved for and lie about it.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 01-11-2015, 07:33 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 87,528
Posted By Miniata
Three year warranty from Shorai on their...

Three year warranty from Shorai on their batteries, except when used in applications not listed/approved by Shorai, such as automotive. In other words, no warranty if used in a car....
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-12-2014, 03:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,676
Posted By Miniata
VSC Sport mode on as soon as I start the car for...

VSC Sport mode on as soon as I start the car for normal driving.
All the traction/stability control aids turned off for autocrossing, and occasionally for spirited street driving.
On very rare...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-11-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,850
Posted By Miniata
I use one of the super slim All-Ett nylon...

I use one of the super slim All-Ett nylon wallets. I used to carry a really thick wallet in my back pocket but started having issues, especially in the tighter fitting seats some of my sports/sporty...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 10-10-2014, 02:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,402
Posted By Miniata
I do all my own work. Try to keep receipts, but...

I do all my own work. Try to keep receipts, but sometimes I forget. What I usually do though, for all in-warranty oil changes, is take a pic on my phone when I'm doing the oil change of the new oil...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-06-2014, 07:43 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 47,479
Posted By Miniata
Motorola Droid Razr on Verizon for almost three...

Motorola Droid Razr on Verizon for almost three years. Still works reasonably well, and have unlimited data, so to keep that, I'd have to buy a new phone outright.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 10-06-2014, 01:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,326
Posted By Miniata
Yeah, I'd change the engine oil just based on...

Yeah, I'd change the engine oil just based on time, I change mine every 12 months regardless of mileage, but so far the mileage has always been less than 5000 miles per year. Isn't necessary to...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 10-06-2014, 01:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,125
Posted By Miniata
Not on a BRZ, but I've done it on other similar...

Not on a BRZ, but I've done it on other similar cars and seen it done where it bent the pinchweld and/or dented in the rocker. On most cars, jacking in the middle of a car on the pinchweld where it...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-04-2014, 12:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,211
Posted By Miniata
In that case, just get a camera with suction cup...

In that case, just get a camera with suction cup mount, like a GoPro or ContourHD, or one of a dozen others. It is fun to watch the video later on, and you can always pull lap times off of the times...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-30-2014, 03:31 PM
Replies: 1,072
Views: 308,049
Posted By Miniata
Bigger body, larger wheels and tires, heavier...

Bigger body, larger wheels and tires, heavier engine, bigger brakes, just to name a few things. There is also more sound deadening and more sturdy body panels than the twins. The Mustangs I've owned...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-29-2014, 06:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,179
Posted By Miniata
I've had autocrosses with co-drivers where we...

I've had autocrosses with co-drivers where we couldn't cool down the tires enough (Dunlop Star Specs), even with a 2 gallon sprayer full of cold water.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-29-2014, 06:05 PM
Replies: 1,393
Views: 342,346
Posted By Miniata
We'll see. Very soon. The regular Skyactiv 2.0L...

We'll see. Very soon. The regular Skyactiv 2.0L makes 155 hp right now, it is supposed to be warmed over for the Miata, so I'd expect at least 170-175 hp, if not 180.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-29-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,179
Posted By Miniata
Buy a 1 gallon garden pressure sprayer, fill it...

Buy a 1 gallon garden pressure sprayer, fill it with water, and start spraying after your first or second runs to keep the tires cool.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-29-2014, 03:38 PM
Replies: 1,393
Views: 342,346
Posted By Miniata
the 130 hp engine will be overseas market only,...

the 130 hp engine will be overseas market only, not for sale in US. Mazda has done this for many years on the Miata engine. Two options, but the lower hp one not in the US. Change your 130 number to...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-27-2014, 07:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,201
Posted By Miniata
Koni shocks/struts can be re-valved. Another way...

Koni shocks/struts can be re-valved. Another way to soften the ride harshness is to downsize to 16" wheels, for a taller tire sidewall.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 09-27-2014, 12:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,076
Posted By Miniata
Been using Griot's Speed Shine off and on for...

Been using Griot's Speed Shine off and on for about ten years. Very happy with it. Also tried similar products from Meguiars and Mothers that were acceptable.
Showing results 1 to 30 of 500
Page 1 of 17 1 234511 Last »

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 05:21 PM.

Contact Us - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum - FT86CLUB - Archive - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service/DMCA Policy - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging v3.3.0 (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.

Garage vBulletin Plugins by Drive Thru Online, Inc.