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Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis 05-31-2018, 01:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,251
Posted By wu_dot_com
What Model Years was your car? Interested in...

What Model Years was your car?

Interested in the rear sway if it’s 15mm in diameters
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-01-2018, 04:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,492
Posted By wu_dot_com
Rear spring Softer compare to ? Brz or FRS? ...

Rear spring Softer compare to ? Brz or FRS?

Based on my research, it’s probably harder than MY13 BRZ, but softer than MY13 FRS
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-01-2018, 04:42 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,492
Posted By wu_dot_com
Are you certain? 2008 2.5WRX, 2017 brz 15mm...

Are you certain?

2008 2.5WRX, 2017 brz 15mm pn: 2045FG002
2017 Toyota 86 rear is 15mm pn: SU00306461

2008 is the only year where the wrx had 15mm. 2009 the wrx went to 16mm with different pn...
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis 02-18-2018, 12:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,414
Posted By wu_dot_com
It really depends on the types of road you drives...

It really depends on the types of road you drives on. If your car encounters lots of bumps during its 75k life, your shock would be worn as it would be bouncy and takes much longer to settle than...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-02-2018, 02:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,072
Posted By wu_dot_com
FYI, you can mix and match springs. But you need...

FYI, you can mix and match springs. But you need to know what you are getting at the end.

Here is a spring rate table.

2013 brz F2.7k R3.5k
2013 FRs F2.3k R 3.8k
Both have 18mm front sway and...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-31-2018, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,111
Posted By wu_dot_com
Stock is 17X7, +48. For 17x8 rims, +45 will...

Stock is 17X7, +48.

For 17x8 rims, +45 will be about the same putter width as Stock.

At +53, I think your tires will stick beyond the fenders a bit.
Forum: Want-To-Buy Requests 01-31-2018, 04:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 655
Posted By wu_dot_com
WTB 2017+ OEM rear sway bar 15mm SoCal LA

I want to buy 15mm OEM rear sway bar from 2017+ models from either company.

For Toyota, the PN is SU00306461
For Subaru the part number is 20451FG002.

The same sway bar is also used on 2008...
Forum: Southern California 01-30-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 13,654
Views: 3,339,452
Posted By wu_dot_com
PM replied

PM replied
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-30-2018, 05:53 PM
Replies: 4,424
Views: 1,133,001
Posted By wu_dot_com
:thanks: Perfect, this is exactly what I’m...

:thanks:

Perfect, this is exactly what I’m looking for, -2 to -1.5 for the front camber. Since I’m planning to use OE top hat, can this adjustment be done with $50 camber bolts?

Please advise.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-30-2018, 05:24 PM
Replies: 4,424
Views: 1,133,001
Posted By wu_dot_com
Hey Andrew thanks for the quick reply. Long time...

Hey Andrew thanks for the quick reply. Long time no talk.

Michellen PSS, it’s 120/ tire at Costco when it’s on sale.
Forum: Southern California 01-30-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13,654
Views: 3,339,452
Posted By wu_dot_com
WTT Tien S tech lowering springs (20k...

WTT

Tien S tech lowering springs (20k miles) for OEM FRS (2013-2016)springs with low miles and good conditions.

WTB

2017+ Toyota 86 rear OEM 15mm swaybar

Torrance, Anaheim.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-30-2018, 03:33 PM
Replies: 4,424
Views: 1,133,001
Posted By wu_dot_com
So I’m finally done with my suspension spec out...

So I’m finally done with my suspension spec out for my 13brz. Looking for some advise

Bilstine B6, OE BRZ front spring 2.7k, OE FRS rear spring 3.8K, OE front sway 18mm (+1 if require), 15mm...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-26-2018, 02:13 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,458
Posted By wu_dot_com
My clutch went at about 70K. TOB went out...

My clutch went at about 70K.

TOB went out due to cracks, clutch not releasing when press. Upon disassembly, the undamage portion of the clutch friction surface still have plenty of life left.
Forum: Southern California 04-15-2015, 03:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,575
Posted By wu_dot_com
need a good and cheap body shop recommendation for LA/OC area

Hi friends,

I got a bump in the rear bumper cover and a bit of a rash on the rear driver side quarter panel which needs repair/replacement.

can someone recommend me a good shop that are fast,...
Forum: Southern California 04-15-2015, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,061
Posted By wu_dot_com
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=86...

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=86290

you can get this for 283.55 and resurface the flywheel.

any regular reputable mechanic can do this work.

all and all it should only...
Forum: Southern California 04-15-2015, 03:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,061
Posted By wu_dot_com
dont know, but if its the above 3, there are...

dont know, but if its the above 3, there are plenty of aftermarket options that run around 800-1K w/o labor.

if you go to a reputable shop based on forum members recommendation, the labor rate is...
Forum: Southern California 04-14-2015, 01:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,061
Posted By wu_dot_com
got to be more specific to the clutch assembly. ...

got to be more specific to the clutch assembly.

because if all you need is the pressure plate, the clutch disk and a flywheel 3700 is too much.

but if you want the peddle, the MC, SC, throwout...
Forum: Southern California 04-09-2015, 04:17 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 15,181
Posted By wu_dot_com
interested.. let me know when this is going down.

interested.. let me know when this is going down.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-27-2015, 05:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,040
Posted By wu_dot_com
the actuator is called slave cylinder. the...

the actuator is called slave cylinder. the plunger should make contact to the clutch fork. the clutch fork is what moves the throwout bearing that actually depress the diaphragm spring to get the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-27-2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 27,402
Posted By wu_dot_com
i guess you are the candidate for a crawford...

i guess you are the candidate for a crawford short block.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-20-2015, 08:15 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,948
Posted By wu_dot_com
they used my car for ACT clutch development back...

they used my car for ACT clutch development back in 2012. unfortunately, i had clutch drag issue as a result of it due to ACT pressure plate diaphragm spring fingers being deformed during operation....
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-20-2015, 03:39 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,948
Posted By wu_dot_com
the first 3 video looks normal, nothing specific...

the first 3 video looks normal, nothing specific jumps out.

the last video did raise a lot of questions. the hair like material seems to be the organic friction pad material the clutch uses. it...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-19-2015, 02:38 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,948
Posted By wu_dot_com
this transmission have the push-rod system. the...

this transmission have the push-rod system. the transmission linkage to the shifter is a L shape solid rod.

my experience came from the hands on work I did when I had to installed the OE clutch...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-18-2015, 07:30 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,948
Posted By wu_dot_com
Btw if something in the clutch assembly is...

Btw if something in the clutch assembly is broken, you will defiantly hear some weird noise (FOD) from the bell house.

The likelihood of you needing to replace the clutch is low. The burning smell...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-18-2015, 07:22 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 20,948
Posted By wu_dot_com
first thing first, check the clutch linkage from...

first thing first, check the clutch linkage from under the dashboard. there is a connecting rod that link the clutch peddle to the master cylinder.

then check if there is any leakage in the MC...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-18-2014, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,119
Posted By wu_dot_com
i would agreed with you if someone else installed...

i would agreed with you if someone else installed my BRZ.

however, ACT was the one whom installed the clutch on to my car. they are the one who did the development based on my car.

so with...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-17-2014, 05:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,119
Posted By wu_dot_com
dont go with ACT. another forum member and i both...

dont go with ACT. another forum member and i both had bad experiences.

long story short. I had the first ACT prolight FW and Street clutch with HD pressure plate for this car. the clutch started...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-17-2014, 05:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,130
Posted By wu_dot_com
lets look at this issue from a stress analysis...

lets look at this issue from a stress analysis perspective.

in a engine like this, we will first understand the typical failure modes for bearings, and the implications of those failure modes in...
Forum: Southern California 09-30-2014, 04:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,181
Posted By wu_dot_com
yes the 714 tires are good guys. just called and...

yes the 714 tires are good guys. just called and they have a set for my price point.
Forum: Southern California 09-30-2014, 03:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,181
Posted By wu_dot_com
im actually looking for something like $300 - 350...

im actually looking for something like $300 - 350 OTD.

why cheap you ask? well i dont plan on tracking those tires. perhaps autocross at most for now. so the hard compound will just make the car...
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