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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 02-18-2019, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,926
Posted By Helios
A dremel tool with a cutoff wheel will suffice....

A dremel tool with a cutoff wheel will suffice. Or cut them off with a pair of diagonal cutters and use a file to smooth down the nubs.

Double-sided tape:...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-15-2019, 12:22 PM
Replies: 6,035
Views: 2,313,358
Posted By Helios
Meaningless? That'd be your post that adds no...

Meaningless? That'd be your post that adds no value to the conversation. On the other hand I did caution the the OP on some of the risks and "hassle" involved in going FI. I wrench and maintain my...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-11-2019, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6,035
Views: 2,313,358
Posted By Helios
There is always risk when pushing an engine...

There is always risk when pushing an engine beyond what is OEM. Not all FA20s experience issues after installing FI, but there have been enough occurrences that I would advise you not to. Even if you...
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 08-06-2017, 11:52 AM
Replies: 409
Views: 292,695
Posted By Helios
New wheels and tires 245/40/17!

New wheels and tires 245/40/17!
Forum: Forced Induction 07-28-2017, 09:24 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,541
Posted By Helios
Just an FYI, it was I who stated that Vortech is...

Just an FYI, it was I who stated that Vortech is inferior. And it is. The numbers don't lie. There have been very few failures with Rotrex units as a whole on our platform and other platforms. I'd...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-28-2017, 01:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,541
Posted By Helios
The only thing that a Vortech unit has going for...

The only thing that a Vortech unit has going for it is that it is less expensive. Vortech units are larger than Rotrex units. So, packaging wise it is easier to install a Rotrex unit especially where...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-28-2017, 07:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,541
Posted By Helios
Because the Vortech is inferior to Rotrex kits.

Because the Vortech is inferior to Rotrex kits.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-19-2017, 08:53 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 52,295
Posted By Helios
Whatever synthetic oil is on sale (within reason)...

Whatever synthetic oil is on sale (within reason) is the best. Haha! I've used all brands of oil. I prefer Mobil 1 and Castrol Syntec as my secondary choice. However, if engine oil is on sale I've...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 06-19-2017, 09:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,373
Posted By Helios
Are the RCA plugs/ wiring for the speakers...

Are the RCA plugs/ wiring for the speakers shielded or unshielded? Are they run in close proximity to the power wire run from the battery to the amp? If the wiring is unshielded and run next to the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-16-2017, 10:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,591
Posted By Helios
https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does...

https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-brake-rotor-disc-last

I highly doubt your rotors are bad. Shady shop/ mechanic alert... Another reason I always do my own maintenance.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 06-16-2017, 09:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,459
Posted By Helios
LEDs!!!

Picked up a set of LED carbon fiber side fender garnishes and LED side markers. They look great!
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 06-16-2017, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,250
Posted By Helios
You need this: ...

You need this:

https://www.crutchfield.com/S-LAUHnHneZLx/p_12040LX11/Metra-40-LX11-Antenna-Adapter.html

Splice the blue wire of the adapter into the blue "remote" wire of the aftermarket wire...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 06-16-2017, 01:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,810
Posted By Helios
The difference in width between 225s and 215s is...

The difference in width between 225s and 215s is approx 0.4". So, if I were unsure of how flush a 25mm or 20mm spacer would make the wheels, I'd go with 25mm and then mill them down if they poked too...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 06-16-2017, 09:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,254
Posted By Helios
Finished my install late yesterday evening. I...

Finished my install late yesterday evening. I didn't have time to take any pictures, but I'll get some and post them up later. Overall impressions of the new system. FM radio reception sucks with the...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 06-13-2017, 11:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,254
Posted By Helios
Upgrade sound system/ Pioneer HU and JBL sub

OEM system in the BRZ was craptastic along with the annoying HD-Radio dropping in and out. So, I opted to upgrade upon the wife's request for a better HU and sound. I'm upgrading everything except...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 06-06-2017, 04:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,480
Posted By Helios
Wish I had the money for these right now. GLWS....

Wish I had the money for these right now. GLWS. Free bump.
Forum: Engine Swaps 06-05-2017, 07:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,649
Posted By Helios
Nevermind the naysayers. I'm doing a similar swap...

Nevermind the naysayers. I'm doing a similar swap in my Saturn Sky. I used an LQ9 block and had the cylinders bored and balanced to LS3 spec. Then had it built from the bottom up with LS3 parts or...
Forum: Forced Induction 02-06-2017, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4,310
Views: 1,461,445
Posted By Helios
I used my 18V Ryobi air pump to "blow"/ prime the...

I used my 18V Ryobi air pump to "blow"/ prime the oil through the system. Worked like a champ.
Forum: Forced Induction 02-01-2017, 08:45 PM
Replies: 4,310
Views: 1,461,445
Posted By Helios
It really doesn't get any simpler than this...

It really doesn't get any simpler than this explanation from pgranberg11.

"Use the half belt twist method. There's a little cutout on the bottom of your supercharger plate that you can't fit your...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-07-2017, 09:55 PM
Replies: 4,310
Views: 1,461,445
Posted By Helios
Borla catback exhaust. That's it.

Borla catback exhaust. That's it.
Forum: Forced Induction 01-07-2017, 08:10 PM
Replies: 4,310
Views: 1,461,445
Posted By Helios
The numbers are in! Stock 2014 BRZ was getting...

The numbers are in! Stock 2014 BRZ was getting 154whp/ 123 lb-ft. Best pull was 277whp/ 220 lb-ft. Rotrex C30-94 on only 9 lbs of boost and 93 octane.
Forum: Forced Induction 01-03-2017, 02:17 PM
Replies: 4,310
Views: 1,461,445
Posted By Helios
Found the answer to my question. Kraftwerks used...

Found the answer to my question. Kraftwerks used a K-series MAP sensor for MY 02-06 Acura RSX Type-S or MY 06-11 Honda Civic Si for their C30-94 SC kit. I was able to procure a suitable substitute...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 07-27-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 19,909
Views: 9,385,296
Posted By Helios
Installed the Borla catback exhaust on the wife's...

Installed the Borla catback exhaust on the wife's BRZ. She loves it!
Forum: Forced Induction 06-10-2015, 09:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,627
Posted By Helios
Ah, the good ol' SC vs turbo debate. I prefer a...

Ah, the good ol' SC vs turbo debate. I prefer a SC. As stated before, it gives instant power as soon as you step on the gas. While small turbos can spool fast, they will still not give you INSTANT...
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