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Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment
06-06-2018, 04:59 AM
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Pioneer AVH-ZL5150BT
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Mim
Happy to confirm that their units are very...
Happy to confirm that their units are very responsive and easy to use. The other consideration though is warranty or lack thereof if shipped to an unsupported region.
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FR-S / BRZ vs....
01-05-2018, 06:23 PM
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244
twins vs last gen cayman?
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Mim
I laughed a little too hard at that last comment....
I laughed a little too hard at that last comment.
My own build has been focussed around a comfortable DD ie street focussed suspension, active dampers, bracing to keep handling clean and a...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
06-29-2017, 11:14 PM
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Probability of Eyesight Tech in 2018 BRZ
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8,573
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Mim
Or you could simply adjust the stock mirrors...
Or you could simply adjust the stock mirrors correctly out to cover your blind spots so you only see a slither of your cars body appear in them (if at all).
Our mirrors are huge, compared to many...
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Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)
04-13-2017, 07:35 AM
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Side skirts for BRZ
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Mim
Most welcome! I'm considering it for my own BRZ...
Most welcome! I'm considering it for my own BRZ down the line but a CWP color.
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FR-S / BRZ vs....
02-28-2017, 02:28 AM
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For those whose FRS/BRZ is their only vehicle
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Mim
Everyone has a different view of what constitutes...
Everyone has a different view of what constitutes acceptable or great about a car. Thankfully there is enough after market support to help tweak and mod your ride to suit your needs.
I wasn't too...
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FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum
02-25-2017, 08:35 PM
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CNET on 86: More power would ruin it
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Mim
Believe the stripper (lol) only made it out in...
Believe the stripper (lol) only made it out in Japan. At least in AU we never saw it and also think it would rarely have been purchased as it only really appeals to the track day crowd and who does...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
01-27-2017, 06:12 AM
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Where does the BRZ fit in your "sports car progression?"
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Mim
1.) What has been your sports car progression? ...
1.) What has been your sports car progression?
1997 VT SS Commodore sedan 5.0L A/T
2001 CV8 Monaro coupe 5.7L A/T
2010 Nissan Maxima 350 sedan 3.5 CVT (took one for the family as a car was needed)...
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FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum
01-24-2017, 07:43 AM
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2017 Toyota 86 Commercial Trailer - Video
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Mim
I cracked a grin as realization dawned around...
I cracked a grin as realization dawned around what gender the driver was in the fourth Jap clip and what they were doing during it.
Also notice the nannies off in the start of that clip?
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
01-23-2017, 05:21 PM
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4.88 Final Drive review / Spencer Fabrications
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Mim
First and best mod I did to the car's drive line...
First and best mod I did to the car's drive line was the Cusco 4.556 FD and a lighter drive shaft because hey the diff is already out so why not upgrade that too?
Car became much more fun. Second...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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01-23-2017, 12:06 AM
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Tein Flex Z opinion
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285,434
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Mim
As easy as it might be to swap out a damper for...
As easy as it might be to swap out a damper for some, I'm still taking it back to the same workshop if I need any swapped down the line. Aside from the peace of mind knowing it was done correctly,...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
01-11-2017, 09:24 PM
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Newbie to RWD and Ice/Snow, any suggestions??
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Mim
Late to the party, but figured I'd leave this...
Late to the party, but figured I'd leave this pretty amusing vid here
RWD in a Snowstorm - Are we Crazy? - FR-S Long Term #3 - Everyday Driver - YouTube
Also on the topic of the OEM fitted...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
01-09-2017, 05:10 AM
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Should I go AT or MT?
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Mim
Driving the AT going on my third year now. Best...
Driving the AT going on my third year now. Best thing ever.
Coupled with a 4.556 FD swap (11% faster gearing across all gears) makes the AT really peppy. I only drive in sports mode and mostly...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
12-23-2016, 05:27 PM
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WRX is 85% Japanese, BRZ is 95% Japanese
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Mim
This all kinda reminds me of Dell Corporation....
This all kinda reminds me of Dell Corporation. For much of my 20 odd years in IT, Dell has been part of that journey, whether being the chosen brand for the servers on the back end or front end...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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12-18-2016, 12:59 AM
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Tein Flex Z opinion
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285,434
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Mim
This is an excellent point! Just like any other...
This is an excellent point! Just like any other mod I suppose it comes down to the quality and correct installation. Playing to the strengths of the FlexZ's I can always toss out and replace any...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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12-18-2016, 12:27 AM
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Tein Flex Z opinion
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285,434
Posted By
Mim
EDFC Active Pro + GPS works surprisingly well. It...
EDFC Active Pro + GPS works surprisingly well. It will auto adjust each corner's damper independently based on road speed and g forces so the outside will firm up while cornering and firm up front or...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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12-17-2016, 05:17 PM
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499
Tein Flex Z opinion
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285,434
Posted By
Mim
Now that I have had FlexZ's for a while I can add...
Now that I have had FlexZ's for a while I can add more of my own experiences and perspective. Note I do have the top EDFC package for active Dampers. For DD duty the suspension has been truly...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
12-07-2016, 05:00 AM
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Next Gen Gt 86 confirmed!
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45,114
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Mim
Expected does not mean confirmed! No point...
Expected does not mean confirmed! No point getting all excited till an official news release comes via Toyota or Subaru.
The killjoy in me has spoken.
PS.. appreciate you linking the article...
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FR-S / BRZ vs....
11-25-2016, 11:07 PM
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vs. 128i
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57,382
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Mim
I hear a lot of people swapping their tires out...
I hear a lot of people swapping their tires out for non run flats made a really positive improvement to feel. Something to consider when you wear out that first set perhaps.
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
11-22-2016, 05:12 PM
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50
BRZ Inventory
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11,989
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Mim
Yes! Turned out that when I disconnected the...
Yes! Turned out that when I disconnected the battery to install my STI push starter, the head unit reset to default settings including what phone type. Had to switch it over from Android to iPhone...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
11-22-2016, 08:28 AM
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BRZ Inventory
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11,989
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Mim
BRZ is better value. If you really get down to...
BRZ is better value. If you really get down to the details. Subaru does not charge for metallic paint, which is a $600 odd option for Toyota's. BRZ gets a full size matching alloy and tire spare...
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Member's Car Journals
11-13-2016, 03:39 AM
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Mim's daily driver
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8,206
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Mim
Mim's daily driver
Hi all,
Kinda late I know but figured I'd piece together a thread on my own build. Everyone has their own views on moding and it can be both entertaining and educational to see a persons journey,...
Forum:
Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
11-09-2016, 05:03 PM
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269
Effective NA Power Mods
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118,564
Posted By
Mim
No noise in regular driving though I do hear an...
No noise in regular driving though I do hear an occasional clunk when I throw it in reverse. Certainly the sort of mod I'd want to do to future cars without any hesitation.
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
10-30-2016, 07:02 PM
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491
Terrible Resale Value?
Views:
106,160
Posted By
Mim
We seem to be a little luckier in Australia well...
We seem to be a little luckier in Australia well at least for BRZ's. I searched a bunch of online car sites like www.carsales.com.au (http://www.carsales.com.au) and (on average) BRZ prices are...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
10-29-2016, 06:17 AM
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83
Tein Flex Z review
Views:
59,693
Posted By
Mim
Agree with OP and @CSG...
Agree with OP and @CSG (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/member.php?u=126922)_Mike in regards to the 5 from full hard (all round). The install for mine (with EDFC) was finally completed today and I...
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Member's Car Journals
10-26-2016, 01:23 AM
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235
CSG Mike's personal 2017 BRZ build and thoughts.
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106,133
Posted By
Mim
Some are simply used to the shove of big HP cars....
Some are simply used to the shove of big HP cars. The twins are fine though. If anything the road noise resulting from an almost complete absence of sound deadening, along with the low down ride...
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Member's Car Journals
10-22-2016, 02:21 AM
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235
CSG Mike's personal 2017 BRZ build and thoughts.
Views:
106,133
Posted By
Mim
I have to admit the style update for the 2017 BRZ...
I have to admit the style update for the 2017 BRZ is nothing short of spectacular. I'm not used to seeing Subaru bringing out something genuinely desirable from an aesthetics perspective. Hope this...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
10-20-2016, 05:43 AM
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159
Thinking about switching from BMW 328i to Scion FR-S
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39,649
Posted By
Mim
The auto is good. Throw it in sports mode and...
The auto is good. Throw it in sports mode and play with the paddles all you like. You can double tap to downshift two gears. It auto rev matches. You can pin the accelerator to the firewall (from...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
10-13-2016, 04:26 AM
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28
2017 BRZ suspension retrofit
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12,207
Posted By
Mim
Its funny being able to drive the car on shity...
Its funny being able to drive the car on shity roads and not have to back off much compared to the slammed, suspension set to max hard crowd that have to slow down to avoid damage to their...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
10-11-2016, 03:48 AM
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49
Emptiness
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12,719
Posted By
Mim
Agreed. How could a humble Porsche possibly...
Agreed. How could a humble Porsche possibly compare to the masterpiece of motoring that the twins are.
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
09-08-2016, 09:32 AM
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44
Anyone know why the 86 is lighter than the brz?
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11,864
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Mim
I've seen most of my BRZ's interior removed. What...
I've seen most of my BRZ's interior removed. What is this sound deadening you speak of? That said the FRS always was the poverty pack of the two (features wise). All those amenities do add up in the...
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