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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-16-2022, 12:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,312
Posted By Grateful Dave
I have 245 45 17" on my 7.5" Enkei rims. I like...

I have 245 45 17" on my 7.5" Enkei rims. I like the size for that rim.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-28-2021, 11:38 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 15,360
Posted By Grateful Dave
I did the Whiteline camber bolts on my first gen,...

I did the Whiteline camber bolts on my first gen, it does make a difference. The car turns into the corner better.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-05-2021, 02:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,724
Posted By Grateful Dave
Thanks for the reference numbers. It's good to...

Thanks for the reference numbers. It's good to know to compare.
Along with my TRD springs and anti sway bars, I had installed;

TRD door inserts

Bilstein B-6 Shocks (OEM size, recommended for...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-04-2021, 05:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,724
Posted By Grateful Dave
I have TRD springs and sway bars on my 2013 that...

I have TRD springs and sway bars on my 2013 that were bought when they first came out, what are those numbers?
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-20-2021, 08:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,572
Posted By Grateful Dave
I was at Longo Scion/Toyota when he took...

I was at Longo Scion/Toyota when he took ownership.I was #10 on the waiting list at Longo Scion and I was invited to the event for the first 86 at the Longo dealership. Good times!
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-13-2021, 03:52 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 172,769
Posted By Grateful Dave
If I was to get rid of my 2013 Fr-s, the GR Yaris...

If I was to get rid of my 2013 Fr-s, the GR Yaris is what I would want! An all wheel drive hot hatch rally car. It could be a lot of fun out on a dusty dirt road!!!
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-05-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 752
Views: 172,769
Posted By Grateful Dave
It's hard to give a complete assessment without...

It's hard to give a complete assessment without seeing it in person due to lens distortions and poor camera angles, but my first impressions are I'd rather keep my 2013 Fr-s. the GR 86 looks kinda of...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 01-30-2021, 11:18 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 13,327
Posted By Grateful Dave
I'm still waiting for the new 86 before I make...

I'm still waiting for the new 86 before I make choice.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-30-2021, 10:53 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 30,994
Posted By Grateful Dave
Many cars are built by borrowing parts from other...

Many cars are built by borrowing parts from other cars to save money. The Saleen looked ok, if you didn't know where the taillights came from, does it really matter? As long it looks good on the car....
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-29-2021, 10:28 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 30,994
Posted By Grateful Dave
I don't like the taillights. They look like they...

I don't like the taillights. They look like they were taken of of a modern sedan. I rather have classic sports car looking taillights, but I guess that's modern styling. I was never really crazy...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-29-2021, 10:04 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 30,994
Posted By Grateful Dave
A Marty McSorely stick. For all you King fans.lol

A Marty McSorely stick. For all you King fans.lol
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2020, 10:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,784
Posted By Grateful Dave
Its the parking brake calipers and drum. I had my...

Its the parking brake calipers and drum. I had my rear brakes starting to make the sound when they are wearing out. I had my local mechanic check my brakes out and the right rear were wearing out ....
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-18-2020, 12:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,009
Posted By Grateful Dave
I also heard that Eibach makes the North America...

I also heard that Eibach makes the North America TRD springs and antisway but not sure which Eibach kit they are comparable to. One lowers 1' and the other @2"? I used to know I forget that was...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-16-2020, 09:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,009
Posted By Grateful Dave
I did the TRD lowering springs with the TRD...

I did the TRD lowering springs with the TRD antisway bars. It lowered my frs about inch.
Forum: Southern California 02-04-2019, 12:32 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 38,507
Posted By Grateful Dave
I went to Longo Toyota where I bought my FRS. I...

I went to Longo Toyota where I bought my FRS. I made an appointment waited a week for the parts. I took it in on a Wednesday and picked it up on a Monday. i could have picked it up on Sunday but I...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-17-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 215,566
Posted By Grateful Dave
If I remember correctly Mr. Toyoda wanted a rear...

If I remember correctly Mr. Toyoda wanted a rear wheel drive econo sports car. and Subaru wanted an all wheel drive car. Production of the car was held up for 18 months because Subaru wanted an All...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-17-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 215,566
Posted By Grateful Dave
Yeah it does bother me. But what can I do? not...

Yeah it does bother me. But what can I do? not get it fixed? Even though at 65000 miles I had no problems with the car. I have to be patient.What bothers me the most is the crappy valve springs that...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-17-2019, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 215,566
Posted By Grateful Dave
The service rep who wrote up the service recall...

The service rep who wrote up the service recall order said 4 to 5 days and I did get rental car.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-16-2019, 04:56 PM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 215,566
Posted By Grateful Dave
I dropped my frs off this am at Longo Toyota.They...

I dropped my frs off this am at Longo Toyota.They said it will take 4 to 5 days.They originally said over the phone 4 to 5 hours. Which didn't sound right then. oh well. I got a Camry to drive. They...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-07-2019, 03:23 PM
Replies: 1,037
Views: 215,566
Posted By Grateful Dave
I received my recall on Saturday. I just...

I received my recall on Saturday. I just scheduled my appointment with Longo Toyota for next week.They need 7 days to get the parts. This where I bought the car and Longo has the biggest & best...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-10-2018, 01:18 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 34,565
Posted By Grateful Dave
So you are saying, not all cars produced from...

So you are saying, not all cars produced from March 2012 to July 2013 are affected. I bought my Fr-s June 10, 2012, I hope I'm not affected. I've driven less than 70,000 miles and still running...
Forum: Southern California 03-04-2018, 04:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,050
Posted By Grateful Dave
Through the years Elmore Toyota has always...

Through the years Elmore Toyota has always sucked. I'l give them another chance, My last visit with my frs. I asked for an oil change and a early bs recall. They had the car with appointment for...
Forum: Northwest 05-04-2016, 06:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 897
Posted By Grateful Dave
Cool! Norm Johnson graduated from Pacifica High...

Cool! Norm Johnson graduated from Pacifica High School, my High School in Garden Grove, Ca. He graduated in the mid '70's. I graduated 1981. He was a stud, He played multiple positions in high school...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-13-2014, 07:37 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 51,498
Posted By Grateful Dave
I've had the Greddy intake for over 2 years and I...

I've had the Greddy intake for over 2 years and I like it. Before I bought it, I already had the Greddy Evo3 exhaust. I tried the K&N for the hell of it while waiting for the Greddy intake on...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-09-2014, 09:38 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 22,027
Posted By Grateful Dave
My FRS is my daily driver and canyon runner. This...

My FRS is my daily driver and canyon runner. This is what i did.

TRD Lowering springs
TRD Anti-sway bars
Bilstein B-6 Shocks (OEM replacements recommended for the TRD lowering springs)
...
Forum: Northern California 09-26-2014, 08:38 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 33,619
Posted By Grateful Dave
My car lowered 1" in the front and 3/4" in the...

My car lowered 1" in the front and 3/4" in the back. I have 225 45 17" Michelin AS-3 tires and they look better in the wheel well. With the TRD antisway bars, Bilstein B-6's, and the Whiteline...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-15-2014, 04:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,805
Posted By Grateful Dave
I noticed a 3lb reduction with my Enkei Fujins'...

I noticed a 3lb reduction with my Enkei Fujins' 17x7.5 with stock tires. A 5lb reduction is even better.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-12-2014, 11:52 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 65,719
Posted By Grateful Dave
I have this Whiteline Setup for over 2 months and...

I have this Whiteline Setup for over 2 months and I love it! My canyon carving is so much better and way more fun!
KCA416 Camber adjusting bolt
KSR210 Steering- rack & pinion,
KDT926 Gearbox-...
Forum: Canada Classifieds 08-30-2014, 11:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,814
Posted By Grateful Dave
I've had the Evo3 for 2 years and I still like...

I've had the Evo3 for 2 years and I still like it. The exhaust note got better in time. Just keep the silencers in, it got too loud for me. If you have the FRS, I recommend buying the trunk lid...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-29-2014, 09:28 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 65,773
Posted By Grateful Dave
It is the same drop as I did with the TRD...

It is the same drop as I did with the TRD lowering springs.
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