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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-03-2025, 04:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,269
Posted By TommyW
If not in the pouch call Harrop. Mine was

If not in the pouch call Harrop. Mine was
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-01-2023, 01:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,245
Posted By TommyW
I had my NT01s in the rain many times and with...

I had my NT01s in the rain many times and with all the Nannie’s on they were fine as long as you were not pushing things
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-11-2023, 11:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 19,383
Posted By TommyW
If you don’t need to do it for registration then...

If you don’t need to do it for registration then don’t do it. It’s a Russian Roulette recall.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) — General Topics 04-09-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,520
Posted By TommyW
Factory goes for understeer which is the safer...

Factory goes for understeer which is the safer option for inexperienced drivers on the street.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-21-2023, 01:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 16,719
Posted By TommyW
I ran 2 sets of the NT01's and they are a great...

I ran 2 sets of the NT01's and they are a great tire. Wear well and an easy to drive tire with good grip. I've heard from people that the newer 200TW's can be stickier in some cases. The Nitto has...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 01-09-2023, 08:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,801
Posted By TommyW
After washing if the paint doesn't feel like silk...

After washing if the paint doesn't feel like silk then bar it. That will usually be the hood, top and rear deck lid. Dark colors just be super careful and use a lot of lubricant.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-07-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,848
Posted By TommyW
so which are better than the ones mentioned?

so which are better than the ones mentioned?
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 01-03-2023, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,577
Posted By TommyW
Ultimate weekend. 2 days at Laguna Seca then...

Ultimate weekend. 2 days at Laguna Seca then driving home down Hwy 1 through Big Sur and that amazing Central Calif coast. Everyone should do that drive at least once in their life.
Forum: Engine Swaps 12-21-2022, 01:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,106
Posted By TommyW
Gonna be a torque monster! If it fits say bye to...

Gonna be a torque monster! If it fits say bye to the K24 swaps
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-16-2022, 06:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,985
Posted By TommyW
Correct. Sticky tires need a stiffer overall...

Correct.
Sticky tires need a stiffer overall setup via springs and bars. That was my experience in allowing good tires to do their job.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-06-2022, 07:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,259
Posted By TommyW
Lol @ a transmission in an EV but I guess a...

Lol @ a transmission in an EV but I guess a manual and amplified engine noise and you’ll feel whole again. The fake meat of the auto industry
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-05-2022, 11:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,295
Posted By TommyW
Only if you’re low on blinker fluid

Only if you’re low on blinker fluid
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-03-2022, 12:10 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,125
Posted By TommyW
post an in car vid of yourself and that will help...

post an in car vid of yourself and that will help determine your level of experience.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-01-2022, 02:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,125
Posted By TommyW
If you're going to mod to pull more lateral G's...

If you're going to mod to pull more lateral G's and have higher corner speeds at least learn to catch oversteer while the car is still on stock tires. Go to a skidpad. My first track weekend, the...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-22-2022, 05:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,125
Posted By TommyW
This is a thread you started 3 years ago ...

This is a thread you started 3 years ago

https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=137651

Good luck with your driving……
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 11-21-2022, 11:46 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,125
Posted By TommyW
When you say you’re at the limit it usually means...

When you say you’re at the limit it usually means you’re at YOUR limit and not the cars. That’s what Mike means by getting coaching as there is always room for improvement. Even F1 drivers get...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 11-01-2022, 04:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,797
Posted By TommyW
You should be in the clear after the recall. ...

You should be in the clear after the recall.

Clean, properly filled oil= longevity.

The recall issues were a roll of the dice. Either the tech knew what he was doing or he didn't. Mine didn't....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-01-2022, 12:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,031
Posted By TommyW
use paragraphs and your post will become...

use paragraphs and your post will become readable.

Besides that, you’re SOL. Been there done that. The tech that did the recall screwed up the resealing of the timing cover and/or got some of the...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-31-2022, 12:40 PM
Replies: 3,803
Views: 613,635
Posted By TommyW
Most boring race ever

Most boring race ever
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 10-29-2022, 11:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,797
Posted By TommyW
Don’t drive like an idiot. Respect your...

Don’t drive like an idiot. Respect your equipment. I’d hate to be the guy that buys your car when you’re done thrashing it. Regardless, keep the oil changed.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-18-2022, 01:29 PM
Replies: 1,081
Views: 302,537
Posted By TommyW
New addition. Doing paperwork...

New addition. Doing paperwork tomorrowhttps://i.imgur.com/hvKDXcX.jpg
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-07-2022, 04:11 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,689
Posted By TommyW
I don’t think you’ll be able to make any big...

I don’t think you’ll be able to make any big differences, the car is just designed/built a certain way. If your priorities are comfort I’d seriously look int getting something else.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-21-2022, 02:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,045
Posted By TommyW
You guys need to do a school where they put you...

You guys need to do a school where they put you on a skidpad. Once you spin the car a few times, learn to control oversteer and save it your whole world will open up.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 09-21-2022, 02:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,738
Posted By TommyW
As long as the crankshaft isn't hitting the oil...

As long as the crankshaft isn't hitting the oil in the pan you're ok.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-20-2022, 07:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,928
Posted By TommyW
That is an ugly car.

That is an ugly car.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-18-2022, 12:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,356
Posted By TommyW
How many Tesla's were there? Man it just seems...

How many Tesla's were there? Man it just seems like EV's are being catered to more and more all the time. Cant they just go have their own track days on their own. Could be time to boycott these...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-17-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,356
Posted By TommyW
If you can't run all 5 stints save your juju for...

If you can't run all 5 stints save your juju for the last one as yeah, there is a smaller group. Chuck last Nov, I was the last group. Sun had JUST gone down so still light but no sun in your eyes, 3...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-12-2022, 12:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,391
Posted By TommyW
to induce oversteer (rotate) you need to be...

to induce oversteer (rotate) you need to be braking properly and not accelerating, that will always push. Try that skidpad when they wet it. Use crappy tires with no traction. Skid pad is more car...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 09-09-2022, 01:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,789
Posted By TommyW
https://i.imgur.com/DNnBxJD.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/DNnBxJD.jpg
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-07-2022, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,432
Posted By TommyW
get SS, they're fine for the street.

get SS, they're fine for the street.
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