South African BRZ performance exhaust - Fitted @ Centurion Toyota - Page 3 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

LostSalad · 03-08-2015, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by FT_86_SM_GP

I guess that will rely on the panel beater / assessor / insurance company,...etc

The more parties involved the more grey lines there are

Yup! I mean I'm already not going through my own insurance as it will up my risk profile (I mean, seriously??), so I'm going to go direct to the other party's and see what they say.

I'll post back here when it's all done

Vic_RSA · 03-09-2015, 02:17 PM

Good luck!

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Originally Posted by LostSalad

Yup! I mean I'm already not going through my own insurance as it will up my risk profile (I mean, seriously??), so I'm going to go direct to the other party's and see what they say.

I'll post back here when it's all done

LostSalad · 03-13-2015, 07:58 AM

So the install went without a hitch and I've been loving it! The first time I heard a BRZ in our work basement I got a twinge of jealousy, because it literally drones to the point that it's difficult to talk xD. There's this awesome sweet spot at low revs where it just sounds so deep.

I literally grinned and giggled like a schoolgirl all the way home. It's like re-discovering the car again

Vic_RSA · 03-15-2015, 12:22 PM

Best mod thus far!

Hooliganism everyday! Wait for winter cold-start!

Thing I love is the fact that all the action happens in the mid rpm vs. top end. Every throttle blip is an occasion!

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Originally Posted by LostSalad

So the install went without a hitch and I've been loving it! The first time I heard a BRZ in our work basement I got a twinge of jealousy, because it literally drones to the point that it's difficult to talk xD. There's this awesome sweet spot at low revs where it just sounds so deep.

I literally grinned and giggled like a schoolgirl all the way home. It's like re-discovering the car again

LostSalad · 03-15-2015, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Vic_RSA

Wait for winter cold-start!

Yeah I've noticed that it sounds MUCH more aggressive when it's cold. Love it

I spent the day at Zwartkops and had some huge engine noise thrown in my face for a few hours. But man, I'd hate to sound that loud every day - this is a sweet spot :P

Alang · 03-15-2015, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by LostSalad

Yeah I've noticed that it sounds MUCH more aggressive when it's cold. Love it

I spent the day at Zwartkops and had some huge engine noise thrown in my face for a few hours. But man, I'd hate to sound that loud every day - this is a sweet spot :P

We're you in the black 86?

LostSalad · 03-15-2015, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Alang

We're you in the black 86?

Not exactly black - dark grey with stock wheels, rear wing and BRZ exhaust. I'm the young guy

. You?

EDIT - I'm bad, your car is your profile photo. Were you at the skidpan or the track?

Alang · 03-15-2015, 02:58 PM

Lol ok, grey then. But to be fair, when I saw your car it looked brown.
Skidpan always makes it soooo dirty!

BentAnat · 03-16-2015, 04:18 AM

So I contacted the local Subie Dealer about the DeGraaf units, and this is what I was told:

"Subaru SA have confirmed the make of the system as a De Graaf and that it fits the 86, however, they advise that to fit it, it will invalidate the warranty of the vehicle as it is for the BRZ only.

There are no units available from Subaru and should you require a unit, it needs to be specially manufactured for you by De Graaf. Cost is N$ 6,440.00 however, Subaru cannot get one for you as De Graaf will only manufacture for orders of 5 or more."

I suppose I'll have to get it done next time I happen to be in SA then, or DIY it (but shipping will RUIN that price).

sav · 03-16-2015, 04:26 AM

Ouch, that really sucks.

BentAnat · 03-16-2015, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by sav

Ouch, that really sucks.

Welcome to Namibian service excellence.
I love the bit about "is made for a subaru" - the guy has clearly never taken note of the BRZ/86 twins (since there are none here).
They went a bit further, suggesting that the delivery time would be 3-4 weeks, which made me wonder if they think I'd take 5.... silly people.

LostSalad · 03-16-2015, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Alang

Lol ok, grey then. But to be fair, when I saw your car it looked brown.
Skidpan always makes it soooo dirty!

Yeah, when I got some water on the dirt it looked matt black! Good way to try before you buy I guess? I used a crapton of soap and did a gentle 2 stage wash to get all that crap off, but it still left some minor surface scratches

This is getting so far off topic (sorry), but someone suggested I do a power wash. It sounds... serious. Not sure what a high pressure hose does to paint, especially if there's hard dirt clinging to it. Any recommendations? I don't even want to bother polishing because you can see how the stuff still sits on the paint :/

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Originally Posted by BentAnat

I suppose I'll have to get it done next time I happen to be in SA then, or DIY it (but shipping will RUIN that price).

Sorry to hear man

. We don't get nice things in SA, but it seems we get a bit more than you do..

FT_86_SM_GP · 03-16-2015, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by LostSalad

Yeah, when I got some water on the dirt it looked matt black! Good way to try before you buy I guess? I used a crapton of soap and did a gentle 2 stage wash to get all that crap off, but it still left some minor surface scratches

This is getting so far off topic (sorry), but someone suggested I do a power wash. It sounds... serious. Not sure what a high pressure hose does to paint, especially if there's hard dirt clinging to it. Any recommendations? I don't even want to bother polishing because you can see how the stuff still sits on the paint :/

After 3 or so washes it gets better, speak to @Freedom he does Supertrax every month and still manages to clay and wax his ride? keeping it spotless

Freedom · 03-17-2015, 12:47 AM

After I am done from the pan I go straight home and wash the car. If you leave that water sit, you going to have a tough time getting the stains off.

I think if you wax your car before going to the pan it will make it easier to wash afterwards. I don't struggle getting the dirt off, just a light swipe with my microfiber mitt and use the two bucket method. I would definitely not go to a car wash, they will scratch the car horribly and the pressure washer isn't going to remove the stains.

You might have to clay your car then use a polish. If you don't want to do it yourself maybe look at taking it to a detailing shop.

For now I am over the skidpan because of this hassle but it is a really good way to learn the car safely.

03-16-2015, 04:26 AM	#38
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03-13-2015, 07:58 AM	#31
LostSalad Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Drives: Toyota 86 - Charcoal Grey Location: South Africa Posts: 193 Thanks: 110 Thanked 95 Times in 61 Posts Mentioned: 16 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	So the install went without a hitch and I've been loving it! The first time I heard a BRZ in our work basement I got a twinge of jealousy, because it literally drones to the point that it's difficult to talk xD. There's this awesome sweet spot at low revs where it just sounds so deep. I literally grinned and giggled like a schoolgirl all the way home. It's like re-discovering the car again

03-16-2015, 04:18 AM	#37
BentAnat Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2013 86 STD SPW Location: Windhoek, Namibia Posts: 124 Thanks: 46 Thanked 22 Times in 15 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	So I contacted the local Subie Dealer about the DeGraaf units, and this is what I was told: "Subaru SA have confirmed the make of the system as a De Graaf and that it fits the 86, however, they advise that to fit it, it will invalidate the warranty of the vehicle as it is for the BRZ only. There are no units available from Subaru and should you require a unit, it needs to be specially manufactured for you by De Graaf. Cost is N$ 6,440.00 however, Subaru cannot get one for you as De Graaf will only manufacture for orders of 5 or more." I suppose I'll have to get it done next time I happen to be in SA then, or DIY it (but shipping will RUIN that price).

03-17-2015, 12:47 AM	#42
Freedom Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Drives: PEARL WHITE GT86 TRD Location: South Africa Posts: 290 Thanks: 113 Thanked 114 Times in 74 Posts Mentioned: 21 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	After I am done from the pan I go straight home and wash the car. If you leave that water sit, you going to have a tough time getting the stains off. I think if you wax your car before going to the pan it will make it easier to wash afterwards. I don't struggle getting the dirt off, just a light swipe with my microfiber mitt and use the two bucket method. I would definitely not go to a car wash, they will scratch the car horribly and the pressure washer isn't going to remove the stains. You might have to clay your car then use a polish. If you don't want to do it yourself maybe look at taking it to a detailing shop. For now I am over the skidpan because of this hassle but it is a really good way to learn the car safely.

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