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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
02-27-2024, 06:54 PM
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What did you do to your 2nd gen BRZ today?
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DarkSunrise
I wouldn't worry about it too much. I've got a...
I wouldn't worry about it too much. I've got a BRZ with double front camber bolts (-2.5 degrees) and the OEM 15mm RSB off an 86. Those two mods were only ~$100 total and do a good job minimizing...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
02-22-2024, 12:45 AM
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Steering!
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DarkSunrise
Weds 17x8 TC105N, -20 lbs Braille 11 lbs...
Weds 17x8 TC105N, -20 lbs
Braille 11 lbs battery, -20 lbs
CF driveshaft, -10 lbs
Exedy LWFW, -8 lbs
Tanabe single exit, -15 lbs
Shrader rear seat delete, - 25 lbs
You could also do a BBK like...
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Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons
09-11-2023, 11:06 AM
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FS: Perrin 2.5 Resonated Catback stainless steel
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DarkSunrise
The Perrin exhausts are very durable. I've had...
The Perrin exhausts are very durable. I've had mine for 10 years, 50,000 miles, close to 50 track days, and it's still going strong. Nice mellow sound to it.
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
08-14-2023, 01:09 PM
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'22+ GR86 vs GR Supra 3.0 Manual vs 2JZGTE swapped SC300 Manual
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DarkSunrise
That’s kind of my point though. Blindly...
That’s kind of my point though. Blindly comparing two cars because they cost the same without considering purpose is crazy. Why is a $36k Miata is so cheap feeling inside and ungodly loud on the...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
07-01-2023, 12:01 PM
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Used 370Z, or Brand new GR86?
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DarkSunrise
This is an often overlooked point. While car...
This is an often overlooked point. While car comparisons are great and useful, the "winner" almost always depends what your preferences and usage mix are.
I owned a 350z for a few years and it...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
06-08-2023, 03:36 AM
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The Gen 2 Photo Thread
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DarkSunrise
Two from the mountains.
Two from the mountains.
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
06-02-2023, 01:54 PM
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Potential Cause of rumored GR86’s blown engine? Seal packing(RTV) was peeled off
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DarkSunrise
Probably referring to the car being in the...
Probably referring to the car being in the break-in period at the time.
Don’t kid yourself though, there are plenty of people legitimately beating the **** out of these cars in stupid ways.
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
05-25-2023, 12:12 PM
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Potential Cause of rumored GR86’s blown engine? Seal packing(RTV) was peeled off
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252,507
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DarkSunrise
I wouldn’t read too much into that video as...
I wouldn’t read too much into that video as representative of how he typically drives.
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
05-12-2023, 01:58 PM
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17x9 +35 w 225s, is this gonna rub?
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DarkSunrise
Someone recently posted they didn’t have any rub...
Someone recently posted they didn’t have any rub with a 17x9 +38 setup on a normal sized 245 (non-200tw).
As another datapoint, I didn’t have any rubbing with 17x9 +42 with a 235 width sx2.
...
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Member's Car Journals
05-12-2023, 12:25 AM
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DarkSunrise 2022 BRZ
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DarkSunrise
It’s confirmed to fit. On the other forum,...
It’s confirmed to fit. On the other forum, someone with a 22 BRZ mounted a set already.
Looks like I can’t link it directly but if you search the other forum for rr racing, you’ll find it.
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
05-11-2023, 01:23 PM
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High Altitude and Tuning
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DarkSunrise
E85 also helps at elevation due to the oxygen it...
E85 also helps at elevation due to the oxygen it contains. IMO will be the most effective NA mod you can do if available.
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Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB
04-29-2023, 12:47 PM
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Caliper bracket bolts class action
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DarkSunrise
Agree this smells fishy. The past history of...
Agree this smells fishy. The past history of posts and the damage the tech found (stripped threads, rounded bolt heads, damage to wheel bearing) is really suspicious.
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
04-14-2023, 09:58 AM
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Why 0° Camber?
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DarkSunrise
I had my foot slip off the brake pedal once,...
I had my foot slip off the brake pedal once, basically same scenario as you except it was with dress shoes. Might consider something like the Cusco throttle pedal extension. Allows you to keep your...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
04-13-2023, 01:48 PM
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The Gen 2 Exhaust Thread
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DarkSunrise
I feel like it has to be technique-dependent then...
I feel like it has to be technique-dependent then since OkieSnuffBox has the same Remark Elite catback as you and posted he doesn’t hear any pops. Also ACT86 has the same catback as me (assuming his...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
04-07-2023, 01:27 AM
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300+tw tire chunking
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DarkSunrise
That's a great explanation and makes sense given...
That's a great explanation and makes sense given the location and direction of the tearing on the tread blocks. I also don't think it helped that the tire was nearly new with full tread depth.
...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
04-03-2023, 06:18 PM
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GR86 Cup Inaugural Race at Sonoma this weekend!
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DarkSunrise
Yeah the sudden change in competitiveness makes...
Yeah the sudden change in competitiveness makes me think something was up with Gresham's car or tires.
BTW I was planning to watch a few minutes, but ended up watching most of both races. Much...
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
03-27-2023, 12:54 PM
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Would you buy gr86 again?
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21,109
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DarkSunrise
Haha yep I had a 350z and remembered the tire...
Haha yep I had a 350z and remembered the tire pressure readout. The display looked like it was from the 90’s haha. Functional though.
One of my other cars uses a wheel speed based tpms system...
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
03-23-2023, 03:00 PM
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Would you buy gr86 again?
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21,109
Posted By
DarkSunrise
I preferred the analog tachometer from the 1st...
I preferred the analog tachometer from the 1st gen (especially the white face one on the FR-S), but I’m used to the digital one on my BRZ2 now and it’s fine. I do love the added functionality it...
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
03-20-2023, 12:51 PM
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Toyota GR86 v Mazda MX-5 v Alpine A110 GT (EVO Magazine Review)
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DarkSunrise
https://i.imgflip.com/4pw07x.jpg
https://i.imgflip.com/4pw07x.jpg
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
03-19-2023, 01:15 AM
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646
The Gen 2 Exhaust Thread
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154,848
Posted By
DarkSunrise
In the other forum, we figured out why some of...
In the other forum, we figured out why some of the 2.5" resonated Perrin exhausts drone. There are two versions. Older version has a fatter muffler and smaller resonator. Easy way to tell is it...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
03-15-2023, 02:02 PM
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Motul discontinue their 75w90?
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1,395
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DarkSunrise
It’s been OOS for a few months now, but I’ve been...
It’s been OOS for a few months now, but I’ve been seeing a lot of stores saying they’re expecting new stock soon. In the meantime I’ve been thinking of giving Ravenol MTF-1 a try. It’s gl4/5...
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FR-S / BRZ vs....
03-08-2023, 04:59 PM
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12
GR86 vs S2000 drag race
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4,166
Posted By
DarkSunrise
At best both are high 13 second cars, not...
At best both are high 13 second cars, not surprising it’s a drivers race. Theoretically the GR86 is faster (slightly quicker time and trap), but it’s very close.
Forum:
BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
03-08-2023, 03:48 PM
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1,512
What did you do to your 2nd gen BRZ today?
Views:
324,112
Posted By
DarkSunrise
Pulled the trigger on new street/canyon tires,...
Pulled the trigger on new street/canyon tires, Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 in 225/45/17. I seem to go through tires every 5-6k miles, so when these went on sale I couldn’t say no. Surprisingly stiff...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
02-21-2023, 06:03 PM
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1,512
What did you do to your 2nd gen BRZ today?
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324,112
Posted By
DarkSunrise
Yep I'll post up another review with the other...
Yep I'll post up another review with the other shift knobs. For whatever reason, I shift with a pistol grip in 1st/2nd gears, and then overhand for the rest.
Having driven this platform for a...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
02-20-2023, 12:35 AM
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1,512
What did you do to your 2nd gen BRZ today?
Views:
324,112
Posted By
DarkSunrise
Exactly! With the lighter knob it’s easier to...
Exactly! With the lighter knob it’s easier to tell when the synchros are ready vs just smashing through them.
I ordered a few more shift knobs from Japan. One is a 108g delrin/aluminum combination...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
02-12-2023, 01:27 PM
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1,512
What did you do to your 2nd gen BRZ today?
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324,112
Posted By
DarkSunrise
Put in a KillerB delrin shift knob. Matches the...
Put in a KillerB delrin shift knob. Matches the interior pretty nicely for the price. Very functional and simple look. The delrin material is nice, doesn’t get too hot or cold. I don’t love the shape...
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BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
01-29-2023, 11:22 AM
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62
What's Your 2nd Gen Mod Path?
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11,493
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DarkSunrise
Short term, mild mods for a street/canyon/track...
Short term, mild mods for a street/canyon/track build. Double camber bolts, wheels/tires, quiet CBE, and pads/fluid. Most of these are done. Might add an e85 tune and hopefully pick up 15-20 whp...
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Member's Car Journals
01-29-2023, 10:41 AM
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DarkSunrise 2022 BRZ
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8,857
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DarkSunrise
Got the chance to drive some backroads with the...
Got the chance to drive some backroads with the SPC 81305 camber bolts. Going over -2 degrees in the front makes such a big difference at the limit. The car feels way better balanced and I was...
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Member's Car Journals
01-29-2023, 10:26 AM
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DarkSunrise 2022 BRZ
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8,857
Posted By
DarkSunrise
Threw on SPC 81305 camber bolts last weekend....
Threw on SPC 81305 camber bolts last weekend. Swapped the lower bolts into the top holes for additional camber. Couple of notes:
- The SPC bolts I used were brand new but I couldn’t seat the nuts...
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
12-27-2022, 01:47 PM
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Evo 2022 Car of the Year
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5,534
Posted By
DarkSunrise
That throw-in comment about the GR86 being what...
That throw-in comment about the GR86 being what the Miata should have been is interesting. Reminded me of what Top Gear (another UK magazine) said in their comparison.
I would have thought...
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