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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-24-2019, 11:49 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 134,494
Posted By Aipex8
There's enough of a cavity on the backside of the...

There's enough of a cavity on the backside of the OEM wheels that you can use them with 20mm without any trimming. I used Eibach spacers.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-15-2018, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,340
Posted By Aipex8
Maybe these: ...

Maybe these:
https://www.diodedynamics.com/h11-slf-led.html
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-15-2018, 04:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,220
Posted By Aipex8
I have my footwells set up this way. I don't have...

I have my footwells set up this way. I don't have any kind of interrupt, I just chose dimmer reds for nights and very bright white for door open. The whites drown out the reds when both are on and...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-22-2018, 12:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,360
Posted By Aipex8
So it looks like: Charcoal = matte/satin finish...

So it looks like:
Charcoal = matte/satin finish
Beryllium = gloss metallic finish
Tungsten = chrome finish

I prefer gloss metallic, and I also like the hint of blue/cool gray the Beryllium has...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-21-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 13,860
Posted By Aipex8
Wow, it's been since 2001 since I've gotten a...

Wow, it's been since 2001 since I've gotten a ticket, but it was a doozy. It was like 2AM on a Tuesday and I had just worked 18 hours (was working at a tech company in the Seattle area at the time...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-19-2018, 01:44 PM
Replies: 221
Views: 47,777
Posted By Aipex8
Also, if an updated model uses any of the same...

Also, if an updated model uses any of the same body panels it's considered a mid-cycle refresh (facelift) regardless of how substantial any engine updates are. It doesn't have to have a new chassis...
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 08-13-2018, 03:00 AM
Replies: 2,561
Views: 815,308
Posted By Aipex8
I drove mine 450 miles yesterday (including about...

I drove mine 450 miles yesterday (including about 30 on gravel). It was not shiny. It is now, but it took some work!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2018, 01:12 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 92,070
Posted By Aipex8
I have a 860SE, so my wing tips and mirrors are...

I have a 860SE, so my wing tips and mirrors are Raven and yes, they have metal flake.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 08-03-2018, 05:41 PM
Replies: 697
Views: 440,787
Posted By Aipex8
Haven't done a ton to the interior yet, but my...

Haven't done a ton to the interior yet, but my 860SE comes pretty loaded from the factory. I have installed dual footwell lights (dim, RGB for ambient when lights are on; bright 6000K white for when...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 08-03-2018, 05:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,463
Posted By Aipex8
I use VLEDS bulbs instead of DD, and I've been...

I use VLEDS bulbs instead of DD, and I've been using them for 13+ years. 13+ years ago, yes, bulbs would start to flicker and go out all the time. Their modern bulbs don't seem to ever fail...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-30-2018, 05:40 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 21,462
Posted By Aipex8
I seem to remember having a hard time convincing...

I seem to remember having a hard time convincing the g/f that I stayed within budget when I came home with it. LOL.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-29-2018, 06:07 PM
Replies: 4,468
Views: 1,423,661
Posted By Aipex8
Sorry, what words did I put in your mouth? You...

Sorry, what words did I put in your mouth? You did say it would ruin the car in the other thread that we had a back and forth, and the part about not talking about it or bringing it up, I was asking...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-29-2018, 03:53 PM
Replies: 4,468
Views: 1,423,661
Posted By Aipex8
LOL, and you're one of the people that chime in...

LOL, and you're one of the people that chime in immediately and say it will ruin the car. Search "18x8.5" in the wheel forum and tons of wheels posts are people running 8.5F/9.5R. I went to a car...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-29-2018, 03:23 PM
Replies: 4,468
Views: 1,423,661
Posted By Aipex8
How is running a staggered setup in your...

How is running a staggered setup in your experience? I've been thinking about wheels for my car and I kind of like the staggered look (last 13 years were in an RX-8 with square setup and I totally...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-27-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 12,763
Posted By Aipex8
Do you remember the marketing campaign when they...

Do you remember the marketing campaign when they released that Celica with the body kit? It was literally "Looks Fast" and they'd have an old man yelling, "slow down" or having a dog chase a parked...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-27-2018, 05:21 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 12,763
Posted By Aipex8
This car has horrible interior lighting....

This car has horrible interior lighting. Seriously, one bulb?!

Anyway, in an effort to light the interior more, I've got dual footwell lights (dim red when lights are on, super bright white when I...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-27-2018, 04:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,938
Posted By Aipex8
TireRack is just online tires. It's not like...

TireRack is just online tires. It's not like TireRack would or could know that a person is running spacers or not. Hell, they'll sell you tires if you don't have wheels or a car.

Oh, and another...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-27-2018, 04:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,938
Posted By Aipex8
Good to know. I'm currently running 20/25mm...

Good to know. I'm currently running 20/25mm spacers front and rear. I usually go to Discount Tire as well. I'll be sure to pull them off when I need to go in for tires.

Will your wheels fit...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-24-2018, 01:28 AM
Replies: 265
Views: 92,070
Posted By Aipex8
Why not TRD springs? Body kit and stock ride...

Why not TRD springs? Body kit and stock ride height just looks silly.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-22-2018, 08:13 PM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,235,849
Posted By Aipex8
What are the specs on the studs? They look longer.

What are the specs on the studs? They look longer.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-22-2018, 05:58 PM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,235,849
Posted By Aipex8
A few LED mods today. First, some under hood...

A few LED mods today. First, some under hood lighting. There are two 12" strips on the underside of the hood (the little ridge just before the sound deadening material) and then three strips under...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-19-2018, 03:29 AM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,235,849
Posted By Aipex8
Brings the accelerator an inch closer to the...

Brings the accelerator an inch closer to the driver and some mm closer to the brake pedal to make heel-toe easier.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-17-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,705
Posted By Aipex8
I know. Obviously if I wanted to make multiple...

I know. Obviously if I wanted to make multiple versions with FRS, BRZ, and 86 logos that would generate a lot of interest. 860 logo specifically... maybe not quite as much. But of course I would do...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-17-2018, 01:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 16,936
Posted By Aipex8
LOL, he's the Bill Nye of the tuning world. He's...

LOL, he's the Bill Nye of the tuning world. He's kind of nerdy and talks with authority about lots of subjects. I guess he knows everything! I'm not saying the guy isn't smart, but I swear some of...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-17-2018, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,705
Posted By Aipex8
Also (and totally off subject), I made a thing...

Also (and totally off subject), I made a thing and I was curious how many other people have both an 860 AND Weather Tech mats (you do). Should I get more of these made or what?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-17-2018, 11:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,705
Posted By Aipex8
Mine isn't doing that yet (I'm at about 10k...

Mine isn't doing that yet (I'm at about 10k miles), but I'm sure it will. I tend to do that to any parts I touch eventually (high pH skin or something maybe?). I did notice a small spot on the...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-17-2018, 02:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 29,857
Posted By Aipex8
Bringing back an old thread. I'm surprised these...

Bringing back an old thread. I'm surprised these aren't getting any love like the 57CRs are. Maybe Rays needs to release them in a bunch of colors... hint hint. Anyway, Rays site shows these in 17"...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-16-2018, 10:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,853
Posted By Aipex8
I understand the suspension is engineered for...

I understand the suspension is engineered for square setup, I was referring more to the large muscular rear fenders that can take a much wider tire than the front. And again, I'm most likely going...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-16-2018, 07:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,337
Posted By Aipex8
Yum. Wish they had other size options.

Yum. Wish they had other size options.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-16-2018, 05:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,853
Posted By Aipex8
Yeah, my biggest takeaways from the video were...

Yeah, my biggest takeaways from the video were that going between 225/255 and either square setup resulted in a few tenths differences in the lap times (regardless of which setup was from the...
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