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Forum: Member's Car Journals 12-29-2025, 03:36 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
There were lots of distractions during the...

There were lots of distractions during the summer, so I didn't get around to disassembling the rear end.

Recently, I purchased a GR86 OEM catback ($100, I'll install it when I swap the updated...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 07-31-2025, 07:05 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
I am not sure, as I haven't tried it. I have a 20...

I am not sure, as I haven't tried it. I have a 20 ton hydraulic press and a press sleeve kit. I don't think its too bad but won't know for certain until I actually do it.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 07-31-2025, 12:29 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
-STI differential bushings...

-STI differential bushings ST41322AS010/ST41322AS000
-STI subframe bushings ST20174AS000
-STI Pillowball trailing arm link set ST20250AS000
Forum: Member's Car Journals 07-30-2025, 12:25 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
I'm planning on installing a number of parts on...

I'm planning on installing a number of parts on the rear subframe:

-Install Weir 4.556 FD (I'm replacing all of the bearing and seals)
-Repack axles w/Redline CV-2, replace boots
-Clean & paint...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 06-20-2025, 08:42 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Found one of the OEM+ pieces i was wanting to...

Found one of the OEM+ pieces i was wanting to get: got the TRD airbox used on eBay for $117 shipped. Woot! Does clean up the engine bay also
Forum: Member's Car Journals 06-16-2025, 01:14 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Agreed. What I meant was, would 5% really be...

Agreed. What I meant was, would 5% really be noticeable? I feel like it is.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 06-02-2025, 09:06 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Pulled the original 4.1 (Y38) diff rear subframe...

Pulled the original 4.1 (Y38) diff rear subframe starting Friday, then finished on Sunday. It took about 4 hours altogether, but I am an engineer and like to be particular, so it could easily be done...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 04-05-2025, 02:38 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
After driving it for a week or so, I have some...

After driving it for a week or so, I have some observations, but first some background: I spent a lot of years driving various Honda's. More than a few had a lot of miles with varying degree of...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-24-2025, 02:53 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Got the underbody washed and the aeropanels...

Got the underbody washed and the aeropanels installed. Also got the wheel spacers installed (we have gappage!).

For the last pic, I took a quick snapshot while I was out.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-19-2025, 07:48 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Garage Queen waiting for her 2nd coat of...

Garage Queen waiting for her 2nd coat of Aerospace 303 Graphene Nano
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-19-2025, 03:47 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
First proper bath of the year, plus i cleaned up...

First proper bath of the year, plus i cleaned up the under panels.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-18-2025, 09:11 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Picked up a used set of the aero-underpanels...

Picked up a used set of the aero-underpanels today from that same BRZ (thanks Brendon!). I think these were only available on the limited or higher trim. I'll clean them up (and the underbody of my...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-16-2025, 06:02 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Got my 245/40R17 Firestone Indy 500's mounted...

Got my 245/40R17 Firestone Indy 500's mounted yesterday. No problem here, right? :lol:

Tire turns but rubs just slightly. Ordered some Parts Shop MAX 3mm wheel spacers.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-16-2025, 05:48 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Uploaded another video, this one is for the STI...

Uploaded another video, this one is for the STI Flexible V-Bar:

https://youtu.be/RL4KHNOZFE4
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-15-2025, 11:12 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Installed the draw stiffeners today. Here's the...

Installed the draw stiffeners today. Here's the video:

https://youtu.be/Ocopbh2SkwA?si=0VVc6iXVAtwuRIL8
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-15-2025, 01:00 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
It's still up on the lift, lol. I just finished...

It's still up on the lift, lol. I just finished the STI steering rack bushings install (and made a video) and then (God willing) I'll be installing/videoing the flexible draw stiffener tomorrow....
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-14-2025, 01:16 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 36,109
Posted By Prodigalson
Part of the issue with the 2013 ignition coils...

Part of the issue with the 2013 ignition coils was the terminals on the harness side, that's why they updated the connectors for 2015+. Some people have had success squeezing the female side of the...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-12-2025, 04:15 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Wet sanded the headlights on the car, much easier...

Wet sanded the headlights on the car, much easier than pulling them off. They do look better than the pics would indicate.

I epoxied the bumper tab repair plates in place, I'll have to wait till...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-11-2025, 10:20 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
I pulled the front bumper to take care of a...

I pulled the front bumper to take care of a number of issues. Most of the tabs on the front grill that secure it to the bumper cover were broken, so I got a new OEM unit to replace it with, also the...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-05-2025, 04:32 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Ordered the OEM STI side skirts & rear spats for...

Ordered the OEM STI side skirts & rear spats for $730 out the door from a local dealership. List price would be $885 with tax, so I am happy with that discount (comes out to approximately 17.5%).
...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-02-2025, 08:17 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
I'm thinking about getting the STI lip kit...

I'm thinking about getting the STI lip kit combined with the Bayson-R ebay front lip for the FRS. I'd sure look to see what it would look like with gold RPF1's though. (borrowed pics from androopoo):
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-21-2025, 10:58 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
I have an interview today for a powertrain...

I have an interview today for a powertrain engineering position at Ford Motorsport, so for those that feel inclined to send up a prayer for me, I would appreciate it!

*Update: The interview was...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-19-2025, 10:47 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Here's a link to the STI pillow ball trailing Arm...

Here's a link to the STI pillow ball trailing Arm instructions in English:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XpWj0qI6t9QInm2NedU6bn_oVAOQwvrX/view?usp=sharing
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-18-2025, 08:04 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
More parts…. Just need warmer weather and time!

More parts…. Just need warmer weather and time!
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-11-2025, 08:23 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 35,431
Posted By Prodigalson
Following along!

Following along!
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-10-2025, 08:41 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Ordered the MCA traction mod this weekend. ...

Ordered the MCA traction mod this weekend.

Also, just finished my collection of FRS/BRZ/86 scale models (for now, at least). Those are all of the 1/64 scale that i know of except the Hot Wheels...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-31-2025, 04:01 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Ordered the Weir 4.556 FD kit and the STI...

Ordered the Weir 4.556 FD kit and the STI trailing link set (ST20250AS000) today. Might have gotten the MCA traction mod parts, but got distracted by a pistol purchase (I finally got a surplus IMI...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-23-2025, 11:07 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 35,789
Posted By Prodigalson
Nice clean build! What's the part number for the...

Nice clean build! What's the part number for the OEM door cap covers?
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-22-2025, 10:37 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Here's the link to the translated installation...

Here's the link to the translated installation instructions I created for the flexible V-Bar:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zJYfZiIkwECmJVb5ES2vU1SNGLgHKd0H/view?usp=sharing
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-21-2025, 04:48 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 24,203
Posted By Prodigalson
Here's the link to the translated installation...

Here's the link to the translated installation instructions I created for the draw stiffener:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z1JQSVwDeiU2kqapFz6SOZhpS6K7TU7p/view?usp=sharing

I'll do the...
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