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06-05-2012, 05:03 PM | #1 |
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Element Tuning Raven Black FRS Track Build (Race Proven)
And so a new chapter begins for Element Tuning as we take on the FRS and BRZ. We aren't known for building slow cars and well the FRS/BRZ is a slow car but most of us know that going in. What it has is an exceptional chassis and great driving dynamics.
Page 6 for New BC Racing Time Attack Look, New Roll Cage, and New Big Brake Kit, and New BC ZR Coilovers Page 5 for updates: Pirelli 325 Racing Slicks Page 4 for updates 6/13/2012 (New wheels tested) These wheels are Rota T2R 18x9.5 ET38 (5mm spacer required on front) with Goodyear GT something in a 225/45-18. They are taller in diameter because the Legacy GT they came from has really large wheel arches and it fills them in better. Since this car isn't lowered yet these do the same thing here. For the front to fit a 5mm spacer was needed on the front. Loving how this looks! As a racer I'm really looking forward to taking this car to a whole new level of grip and HP. We'll be relying again on BC Racing to custom valve our new suspension so we can take this car to the highest level of racing just like our STi. On the HP front we'll be developing the Hydra EMS stand-alone engine management system along with an Element Tuning Pro Comp engine build. We need to tear this thing down and start working with manufacturers as soon as possible so we can build the motor to handle the turbo system we have in store. I hope everyone is as excited as we are to build a sick race car out of this chassis! For now some 18x8.5 SSRs with 225/40-18 Toyos we had laying around the shop. Definitely a conservative fit and I see plenty more room in there to go wider. 6/10/12: Track tested, track proven: Dual view video during the Whelen USTT Championship at NJ Motosports Thunderbolt: [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxAkNUQ24Pk"]Element Tuning FRS/BRZ Whelen USTT 2012 NJ - YouTube[/ame] Thanks, Phil Grabow Last edited by Element Tuning; 05-28-2015 at 06:18 PM. |
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06-05-2012, 07:13 PM | #2 |
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I am really excited to hear about what you guys plan on doing on the tuning front. Right now that seems like the most pressing obstacle towards unlocking the full potential of this car...
By the way, this R&D thread might interest you: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=5520 |
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06-05-2012, 07:27 PM | #3 |
Glad to see you guys onboard
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06-05-2012, 08:18 PM | #4 |
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holy wheel gap batman! I am not sure if it is the color of the car/rims or the angle but wow it looks big on this one.
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06-05-2012, 11:41 PM | #5 |
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oh snap... Element is now involved.
love seeing you and your car around in the world one days... so much fun. And the time attacks
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06-06-2012, 12:09 AM | #6 |
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So far my favorite looking frs. Also glad to hear what your intentions are. I will definitely follow your progress.
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06-06-2012, 03:00 AM | #7 |
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what offset are those wheels? those are the exact wheel and tire specs I chose.
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Nice pic... The frs looks instantly better with a nice set of rims... Cant wait to see what u guys have in store for the frs... Thanks!!!
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very interested in your products!!!! welcome!
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+1 on this fo sho
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GT52 bolt-on kit go!
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I know I didn't need another picture of a stock FRS/BRZ I have a set of 18x9.5 ET38 Rota T2Rs and a set of DPT 18x10 ET35 I'll be test fitting. I don't have time this week as I need to prep the STi for the Viper Cup round this weekend in NJ. Quote:
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Yes engine management is going to be the most critical part of moving this car into stardom. It's time to start cracking on this whip on this and investigating the ECU connectors etc. I just got the car and I don't even know where the ECM is. I need to find this today with what little spare time I have. If you guys know where it is let me know and we'll have a Hydra EMS that much faster
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