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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
07-01-2024, 10:22 PM
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WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?
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norcalpb
Saturday I did spark plugs. I’ve been reading...
Saturday I did spark plugs. I’ve been reading about this install for the last 11 years. I paid a shop to do it at 90k but decided to man up and do it myself this time now that I’m at 180k. Overall it...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
04-15-2024, 06:09 PM
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Stronger driveshaft replacement?
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norcalpb
So after putting on a few hundred miles & a track...
So after putting on a few hundred miles & a track day I notice a slight improvement in peppiness but nothing major to write home about. I bought mine for $130 so I think it’s worth doing if you...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
04-10-2024, 07:06 PM
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Stronger driveshaft replacement?
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norcalpb
Not that I can tell so far but I’ve barely driven...
Not that I can tell so far but I’ve barely driven the car since the install.
With the “new” bearing, U joints and new fluids everything feels very smooth but I will going to the track this Friday...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
04-08-2024, 04:07 PM
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Stronger driveshaft replacement?
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Posted By
norcalpb
Didn’t have anything to weight them with by...
Didn’t have anything to weight them with by unfortunately the gr86 is already on the car.
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
04-07-2024, 10:48 PM
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Stronger driveshaft replacement?
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norcalpb
https://i.imgur.com/1YeuoFO.jpeg They are...
https://i.imgur.com/1YeuoFO.jpeg
They are pretty identical but this section was different. Looks like they replaced the main U joint with a CV joint?
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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04-05-2024, 09:04 PM
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MCA Suspension "Traction Mod"
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norcalpb
I think they loosen those two bolts so that if...
I think they loosen those two bolts so that if the subframe sags when you remove the big bolt it doesn’t bend the bracket or put a lot of stress on it.
Also having those two small bolts loose...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
03-12-2024, 05:43 PM
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Stronger driveshaft replacement?
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norcalpb
I’ll take some comparison photos later this month...
I’ll take some comparison photos later this month when my GR86 driveshaft arrives!
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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03-12-2024, 11:52 AM
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Bilstein B6 and B8 explained
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norcalpb
I can’t remember where I heard this but I think...
I can’t remember where I heard this but I think these 2015 pink springs that come with paired with the STi bilsteins have a different spring rate than the 2013 pink springs. As usual could very much...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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03-04-2024, 02:41 PM
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MCA Suspension "Traction Mod"
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norcalpb
Your description makes things a lot more clear!...
Your description makes things a lot more clear! Sound like the BFH was the proper remedy.
Very nice. You should consider getting the longer STi crossmember bolts as you’ll be removing the...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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02-03-2024, 02:12 PM
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SPL endlinks binding(?) when cold
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norcalpb
Sphericals will sometimes stiffen up after not...
Sphericals will sometimes stiffen up after not moving for a while, but it's nothing the power steering can't easily overcome nor should it be something that you actually feel through the steering...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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01-08-2024, 04:45 PM
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Whiteline Lower Control arms: What happened?
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norcalpb
ZDan had excellent symmetry on his BRZ so even...
ZDan had excellent symmetry on his BRZ so even with lowering the car the numbers were very similar side to side.
My camber was -1.8 left and -2.4 right in the rear, so with that in mind do what...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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12-20-2023, 12:41 AM
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Whiteline Lower Control arms: What happened?
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norcalpb
I've had both WL and SPC and they both have "SPC"...
I've had both WL and SPC and they both have "SPC" stamped on them so they are indeed the same. This is also the case for the SuperPro arms.
...
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12-15-2023, 02:21 AM
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Squeaking Noise coming from rear?
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norcalpb
While not something that needs to be done...
While not something that needs to be done frequently, how many miles has it been since you lubed the poly bushings on your whiteline lower control arms?
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
12-12-2023, 04:15 PM
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Early announcement for the 86BUTTDROP lowering brackets for OEM seats
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19,874
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norcalpb
I have a Gen 1 but would be interested in testing...
I have a Gen 1 but would be interested in testing if development ever begins to include 2013-2020 cars.
2nd Gen seats fit in the 1st Gen but I understand the rails might be different enough to...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
12-10-2023, 01:00 AM
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nelp help bent rear trail control arm mounts
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norcalpb
I would take NoHaveMSG advice and see if anything...
I would take NoHaveMSG advice and see if anything else was damaged in the hit.
As an alternative to replacing the subframe (if everything checks out), you can order these:
...
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
12-04-2023, 03:21 PM
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Help Me Choose: 2nd Gen or Facelift BRZ
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Posted By
norcalpb
Only your monthly payment counts towards your...
Only your monthly payment counts towards your DTI. If you have a $0 balance you have a $0 payment.
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Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)
11-30-2023, 05:09 PM
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Any headrests from other cars fit our OEM seats?
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norcalpb
I guess this is where I’m kinda of an odd ball in...
I guess this is where I’m kinda of an odd ball in that I like to have at least some support for my head even with a helmet on. The Camry headrest is super plush and I really like the feeling of...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
11-22-2023, 01:57 PM
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OEM ball joint vs Roll adjusts kit
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norcalpb
My understanding (possibly outdated) is that you...
My understanding (possibly outdated) is that you can't buy the OEM ball joints separately from the arms anymore, so that may make your decision a bit easier.
With that being said, I plan on...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
11-16-2023, 01:15 PM
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Replacing blown FA-20. What options to get?
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norcalpb
https://y.yarn.co/3b0c2ef9-1b3c-482f-bf53-159d0525...
https://y.yarn.co/3b0c2ef9-1b3c-482f-bf53-159d052547aa_text.gif
Just kidding, but it’s probably what I would do.
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
11-13-2023, 03:20 PM
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VF Tuner software GR86/BRZ
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norcalpb
95% of the reason I have an OFT for my 1st Gen is...
95% of the reason I have an OFT for my 1st Gen is for the improvement in throttle response.
Keep in mind that different tunes have a different level of throttle response. For example the OFT V4.3...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
09-25-2023, 12:58 PM
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Rate my brake dust boots
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1,495
Posted By
norcalpb
So even though those outer rubber boots are...
So even though those outer rubber boots are cracking, there are o-rings underneath that also provide a seal.
I’d say you’re fine for another track day, but for the price of replacement calipers...
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
09-10-2023, 12:13 PM
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5
help a dummy buy a used q300 exhaust?
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1,147
Posted By
norcalpb
Yes low ball him and when he agrees to it go...
Yes low ball him and when he agrees to it go there to check it out, shake the muffler, and if rattles you need to low ball him even more or even walk away.
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
09-08-2023, 04:32 PM
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308
MCA Suspension "Traction Mod"
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119,016
Posted By
norcalpb
Agree on everything. The equivalent for the...
Agree on everything.
The equivalent for the front is the Whiteline “anti-dive kit” which unfortunately reduces anti dive.
The JR kit lowers the front control arm mounting point while the...
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
07-31-2023, 02:23 PM
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2
MY14 bolt upgrade?
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1,012
Posted By
norcalpb
It also appears the front 4 "updated" bolts had...
It also appears the front 4 "updated" bolts had been changed again from:
901000431 to 901000451
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Northern California
07-30-2023, 04:05 AM
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NORCAL: Local Marketplace Buy/Sell
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Posted By
norcalpb
It can only use a 3.5mm connection for the mic as...
It can only use a 3.5mm connection for the mic as far as I know, so probably aftermarket only.
Forum:
Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB
07-12-2023, 12:29 PM
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8
My turn to make an air conditioning issue thread!
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1,721
Posted By
norcalpb
My turn to make an air conditioning issue thread!
Well, after 10 years the air conditioning stopped blowing cold. I was excited to refill it with Freon but come to discover that the system is already full @ 40psi.
The center passenger vent will...
Forum:
BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics
06-15-2023, 03:13 PM
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11
Mistake please remove
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1,150
Posted By
norcalpb
https://youtu.be/l1bXRSl8o9U We all...
https://youtu.be/l1bXRSl8o9U
We all eventually become ze Dirty Harry ya
Forum:
Brakes, Suspension, Chassis
04-28-2023, 08:58 PM
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FS:(SoCal) Karcepts MCS 1WNR Coilovers for Gen 2 BRZ/FRS (BNIB)
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norcalpb
https://media.tenor.com/TVrgcpGhWkIAAAAd/impressiv...
https://media.tenor.com/TVrgcpGhWkIAAAAd/impressive-very-nice.gif
Sick stuff, glws!
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
04-25-2023, 12:27 PM
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6
Need Help Finding Part # For Engine Skid Plate
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857
Posted By
norcalpb
Here’s the subi part #: 56440CA010
Here’s the subi part #:
56440CA010
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
04-17-2023, 01:29 PM
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308
MCA Suspension "Traction Mod"
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119,016
Posted By
norcalpb
Unfortunately I am on springs/shocks so no ride...
Unfortunately I am on springs/shocks so no ride height adjustability…but the drop is report-ably only 5mm so that’s not even noticeable to most.
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