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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-22-2021, 04:18 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 109,912
Posted By Aki
Unless the automatics are dramatically improved...

Unless the automatics are dramatically improved I'll stick to manual. BMW autos are great, Toyota autos still feel like slushboxes (I've driven both manual and auto FR-S on the track, latter feels...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-19-2021, 10:56 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 109,912
Posted By Aki
Has there been any reviews talking about the...

Has there been any reviews talking about the steering feedback relative to the FRS/BRZ? Always thought that was one area that had some room for improvement.

And I think the FA20's engine issue...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 06-07-2021, 03:47 AM
Replies: 330
Views: 84,030
Posted By Aki
GR86 is hands down more attractive than the FT86....

GR86 is hands down more attractive than the FT86. Couple aspects bug me...

1. Rear tail lights are the biggest disappointment. FT86 lights weren't aesthetically amazing per say, but they are a...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-18-2020, 05:42 AM
Replies: 567
Views: 84,182
Posted By Aki
Coming out of lurk-status. Press or...

Coming out of lurk-status.

Press or consumers don't mind if it's not a ground-up so long as it's a substantial improvement over the predecessor. "Substantial" being subjective. There are numerous...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-24-2016, 02:11 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 16,221
Posted By Aki
Some of these goals can clash against each other,...

Some of these goals can clash against each other, and it depends on how you rank/prioritize the above.

For example I enjoy less grip for spirited driving, because for me it's the sensation of...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-23-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 1,435
Views: 547,403
Posted By Aki
The DRLs imo fill out the housing better than the...

The DRLs imo fill out the housing better than the pre-facelift, which almost looks like it has an eye booger. I agree that the bumper looks aftermarkety, especially the faux-splitters on the...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-23-2016, 03:27 PM
Replies: 1,435
Views: 547,403
Posted By Aki
Since I was curious I found a similar angle shot...

Since I was curious I found a similar angle shot so you can compare details with the pre-refresh:

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f8/sugaki/Other%20car%20stuff/brz-comparison_zpsnggtofhg.jpg...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-17-2016, 08:38 PM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,104,535
Posted By Aki
As a longtime lurker, I've been waiting for the...

As a longtime lurker, I've been waiting for the day that the refresh got announced to come out of my cave...

- 5hp increase is irrelevant to me, what matters is the power/torque curve, not so...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-23-2015, 06:08 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 81,192
Posted By Aki
Hmm, didn't see it saying 1470kg in the brochure.

Hmm, didn't see it saying 1470kg in the brochure.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-17-2015, 10:32 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 81,192
Posted By Aki
Same weight as the GT trim in Japan. 1250kg for...

Same weight as the GT trim in Japan. 1250kg for automatic, 1230kg for manual.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-10-2015, 05:09 PM
Replies: 222
Views: 81,192
Posted By Aki
Here's another pic:...

Here's another pic:...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 01-13-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4,232
Views: 1,036,523
Posted By Aki
Here are some photos: ...

Here are some photos:
http://autos.yahoo.com/photos/toyota-ft-1-concept-1389622698-slideshow/

Rumors has it that it'll use the V-8 from the Lexus RC-F
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-19-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 121,784
Posted By Aki
When it comes down to it, I don't care about the...

When it comes down to it, I don't care about the dyno curve, or what the actual numerical value for ft/lbs of torque is. Nor do I want "tons of torque"--I love the Si engine, and that's a torque-less...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-09-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 296
Views: 121,784
Posted By Aki
Nobody is arguing that weight gain can't be...

Nobody is arguing that weight gain can't be offset from a stronger engine. The key issue is offsetting weight gain costs $$$. A FR-S can always be lighter if it had a carbon fiber monocoque shell,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-02-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,157
Posted By Aki
I agree about the Scion logo looking nicer,...

I agree about the Scion logo looking nicer, nevermind what the brand embodies. I always thought it was a dude raising his arms up, like Platoon:

http://www.destgulch.com/movies/platoon/plat09.jpg...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-02-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 19,695
Posted By Aki
Many things can go wrong, which is why you can...

Many things can go wrong, which is why you can take many steps to mitigate those risks.

Safe speed =/= speed limit in a lot of cases. It's whatever's safe for the driving conditions. I see people...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-28-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3,239
Views: 951,479
Posted By Aki
Here's a pic of the Scion logo glowing inside,...

Here's a pic of the Scion logo glowing inside, from my grainy iPhone cam:
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f8/sugaki/Other%20car%20stuff/photo_zpsfbf2cc7c.jpg

Stays lit for maybe 20 seconds....
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 03-01-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 45,289
Posted By Aki
Funny how they say the one thing they shouldn't...

Funny how they say the one thing they shouldn't do is make a convertible version--and the drop-top FR-S concept gets unveiled.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 01-03-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 18,622
Posted By Aki
Heck thieves will just as quickly boost a GS-R...

Heck thieves will just as quickly boost a GS-R masquerading as a Type R. I thought years later demand would die for it, apparently not.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 01-03-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 18,622
Posted By Aki
GT86 vs E30 M3 vs DC2 Type R

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/third/car2.png (http://www.ft86club.com)
FT86CLUB Homepage Featured Story (http://www.ft86club.com)



I saw a thread a few months back about this, but the full...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-03-2013, 04:21 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 20,181
Posted By Aki
Significant upgrades would be made for a...

Significant upgrades would be made for a mid-model refresh, after sales start tapering off. Demand is still high so it doesn't make sense to spend money retooling for upgrades. They'll likely address...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-02-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 61,450
Posted By Aki
Ksport also has pictures of their sponsored cars...

Ksport also has pictures of their sponsored cars in drifting competitions--so that doesn't necessarily say much either.

Like I said, I don't have an opinion about KSD coilovers--I've never used...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-02-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 18,022
Posted By Aki
Wow, so you're not buying it because of its...

Wow, so you're not buying it because of its balanced FR dynamics, chassis rigidity, driver engagement?

Mass market appeal is what creates thriving aftermarket support for the car. And it's what...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-01-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 61,450
Posted By Aki
Buddy Club I think is made by Bor Chuan. ...

Buddy Club I think is made by Bor Chuan.



A good damper will have a digressive shock curve, otherwise it gets too skittish on high-amplitude, low frequency bumps.

I haven't heard bad stories...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-01-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 54,683
Posted By Aki
Very informative post with great pics. ...

Very informative post with great pics.

Having an aftermarket CF hood on one of my cars, I dunno if I'll do it again. It saved weight, but the fitment drove me nuts. This Seibon is better than VIS,...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-31-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 1,467
Views: 1,603,954
Posted By Aki
The LEDs have moved to the middle of the grill...

The LEDs have moved to the middle of the grill too. Car's being shown at the '13 TAS I think.

http://www.liberal-aero.com/img-top/as2013.jpg
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-31-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 1,467
Views: 1,603,954
Posted By Aki
They're still working on it, among a bunch of...

They're still working on it, among a bunch of other interior parts:

http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/66148_514551695240722_263151445_n.jpg
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-13-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 53,282
Posted By Aki
Looks like the original vid broke? Here's...

Looks like the original vid broke? Here's another:

Dream Machine - Toyota GT86 // Subaru BRZ // Scion FR-S - YouTube
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-09-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 453,704
Posted By Aki
Haven't bought one yet (waiting to see if there...

Haven't bought one yet (waiting to see if there are any release editions, and can buy one used off someone that barely drives one). 33, write about cars.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 10-08-2012, 08:27 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 108,177
Posted By Aki
Sorry I don't think you can be a serious auto...

Sorry I don't think you can be a serious auto enthusiast if you blow off a car simply because it's FWD. BRZ lost in a comparo with the Renault Megane Trophy, a FWD car. Plenty of FWD are very...
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