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Forum: Southwest 02-26-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,628
Posted By TheRipler
I am near Wichita Falls. Get by there every once...

I am near Wichita Falls. Get by there every once in a while.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-19-2015, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3,769
Views: 487,960
Posted By TheRipler
Thing is, the hyper-cars aren't fuel limited. If...

Thing is, the hyper-cars aren't fuel limited. If they could rev the V6s out to 24KRPM, even they could sound relatively sweet.
Forum: Southwest 11-09-2014, 11:26 AM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 290,916
Posted By TheRipler
Local rental here ...

Local rental here

http://www.rollyourfender.com/index.html
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 04-15-2014, 07:50 PM
Replies: 3,769
Views: 487,960
Posted By TheRipler
Might be some Australians that would disagree...

Might be some Australians that would disagree with you. :)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-08-2014, 12:33 AM
Replies: 872
Views: 575,134
Posted By TheRipler
I'm not sure if it's addressable in Torque, but...

I'm not sure if it's addressable in Torque, but it sounds like you're looking for the accelerator pedal position sensor. There should also be 2 throttle position sensors. One will go from 0-100, and...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 04-05-2014, 04:54 AM
Replies: 3,769
Views: 487,960
Posted By TheRipler
Watching the GP2 qualy session now. They sound...

Watching the GP2 qualy session now. They sound better and look better than F1 this year.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-12-2014, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3,769
Views: 487,960
Posted By TheRipler
I haven't been following Long Beach, but that...

I haven't been following Long Beach, but that seems way too cheap.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-28-2014, 02:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,838
Posted By TheRipler
More like 45-55mph in 6th > 50mpg. Without enough...

More like 45-55mph in 6th > 50mpg. Without enough revs, things start to lose efficiency.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 11-14-2013, 11:42 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 16,360
Posted By TheRipler
200 feet is less than a second, if that's what it...

200 feet is less than a second, if that's what it was. On the new track in Beeville, you have to keep on it for another 80ft at least. If you hit the brakes before you jump off the cliff at the end,...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 11-14-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 16,360
Posted By TheRipler
Standard GPS doesn't have very good resolution...

Standard GPS doesn't have very good resolution when you approach 200mph (297 fps). With a standard sample rate of 1Hz, you're only getting about one sample every football field. There are 10Hz GPS...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-29-2013, 09:32 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 23,506
Posted By TheRipler
Couple decades ago? No comment. In the...

Couple decades ago? No comment.

In the militarized police state we live in today? No.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-28-2013, 11:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,463
Posted By TheRipler
Not to distract from all the tire epeen...

Not to distract from all the tire epeen measuring, but I've noticed that the suspension on this car can be very stiff until it gets warmed up. If you're losing traction over a bump, this could be the...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 10-19-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 783
Views: 255,166
Posted By TheRipler
Nice work! :cheers:

Nice work! :cheers:
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-08-2013, 12:03 AM
Replies: 3,769
Views: 487,960
Posted By TheRipler
http://i.imgur.com/7S8bLYT.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/7S8bLYT.jpg
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-07-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,993
Posted By TheRipler
I had a strange buzzy thing going for a little...

I had a strange buzzy thing going for a little while. Turned out the plastic fake fender vent was loose on the driver's side.
Forum: Software Tuning 10-04-2013, 04:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,977
Posted By TheRipler
Doh! Thanks, AMR... Now I want one....

Doh! Thanks, AMR...

Now I want one. :mad0259:
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-03-2013, 10:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,400
Posted By TheRipler
As said, most cars will give you an optimistic...

As said, most cars will give you an optimistic reading on your speed, but another thing to note is that the ECU will probably read closer. This car is almost right on the digital speedo when at...
Forum: Software Tuning 10-03-2013, 08:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,977
Posted By TheRipler
When it comes to tuning, I've found it is...

When it comes to tuning, I've found it is generally more important to be familiar with the ECU than the specific car. That said, there is the D4-S difference with the 86. That experience comes into...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-03-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 19,923
Posted By TheRipler
Also a good idea. Auto-X is cheaper, I forget...

Also a good idea. Auto-X is cheaper, I forget about it.

I just thought about the LE training stuff first because you get wet courses, and are encouraged to learn general hooliganism. Sounds like...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 10-03-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 19,923
Posted By TheRipler
IANASG: I am not a suspension guru That...

IANASG: I am not a suspension guru

That said, even the suspension gurus will tell you, it's much easier to make a car handle worse than it is to make it better. This car is very tossable from the...
Forum: Southwest 10-03-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,141
Posted By TheRipler
My first HPDE was Driver's Edge, and it was an...

My first HPDE was Driver's Edge, and it was an eye opening experience. After 2 days, I was worn out. It was a bit difficult to keep concentration on the 2nd afternoon. Finished my 04 STi's break-in...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-05-2013, 09:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,571
Posted By TheRipler
I just tried putting the 32G Sandisk back in. Now...

I just tried putting the 32G Sandisk back in. Now it is acting just like the 16G Kingston. It is recognized, and songs will play. After a minute or two, there is a hiccup in playback, and ~10 sec...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-05-2013, 05:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,571
Posted By TheRipler
Thanks for the suggestion. Scans showed no issues.

Thanks for the suggestion. Scans showed no issues.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-04-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,571
Posted By TheRipler
BRZ Nav MP3 issue

I've got a Sandisk Cruiser Fit 32GB, that I have been using in the car for a few months for mp3 playback. One day a couple of weeks ago, I went to go for another folder, and the whole thing stopped...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-31-2013, 03:49 AM
Replies: 553
Views: 180,999
Posted By TheRipler
As explained, I was passing a car following a...

As explained, I was passing a car following a truck/trailer on a 2 lane road. I was cruising at the designated speed limit of 75mph (121kph) before and after.

If anyone thinks that's crazy, I...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-31-2013, 03:33 AM
Replies: 553
Views: 180,999
Posted By TheRipler
Was driving last night (14,943 miles), and...

Was driving last night (14,943 miles), and stopped for gas. Left for the highway, and hit a CEL in 3rd. I hadn't reached the highway speed limit of 75mph yet. Took the next exit, and pulled a P0351. ...
Forum: Southwest 08-29-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,668
Posted By TheRipler
Hate to burst bubbles (including mine), but as of...

Hate to burst bubbles (including mine), but as of Sept 1 there is a fine not to exceed $200.

http://openstates.org/tx/bills/83/HB625/
Forum: Southwest 08-17-2013, 08:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,668
Posted By TheRipler
I got pulled over for no front plate by local...

I got pulled over for no front plate by local DPS. I did the whole good stop routine. (turn off car, roll down windows, keep hands in sight, etc..) He thanked me for being respectful, gave me a...
Forum: Northern California 07-17-2013, 02:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,246
Posted By TheRipler
Unless your car is tuned for it, you will start...

Unless your car is tuned for it, you will start to lose performance if the octane rating gets too high. Bringing 91 CA gas up to 94-95 can be a good thing, but straight 100 will probably be a waste...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-26-2013, 09:59 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 25,494
Posted By TheRipler
I have an ethanol free station 2 blocks from the...

I have an ethanol free station 2 blocks from the house. Never have problems with chirping unless I fill up out of town.
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