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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-11-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,528
Posted By PNW FRS
As mentioned in earlier reply... kind of depends...

As mentioned in earlier reply... kind of depends on what you intend to do with the new rig... followed by how hard a hit your wallet can take. You could spend $1000 or $10,000... and that's kind of...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-07-2017, 08:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,292
Posted By PNW FRS
The biggest "liability" with a FR-S -- or -- a...

The biggest "liability" with a FR-S -- or -- a BRZ is often sitting behind the steering wheel! :happyanim:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-07-2017, 08:57 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,938
Posted By PNW FRS
Nice rig indeed.... a very well-balanced...

Nice rig indeed.... a very well-balanced machine!

However............

You'll never get a set of 4 wheels w/tires into the boot like with the FR-S! :happyanim:

Enjoy!
Forum: Northwest 06-02-2017, 02:21 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 21,936
Posted By PNW FRS
If you're into airplanes and such, try to visit...

If you're into airplanes and such, try to visit the Museum of Flight (http://www.museumofflight.org/) (about 20 minutes south of downtown Seattle).

In Tacoma, about 30 minutes south of Seattle.......
Forum: Northwest 06-01-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,096
Posted By PNW FRS
Hard to say... kind of depends on whether you're...

Hard to say... kind of depends on whether you're doing this loop for the "driving experience" or "checking out the various spots along the route..." (or some sort of mix of the two). If it's "all...
Forum: Northwest 05-31-2017, 10:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,096
Posted By PNW FRS
Great loop (drive)

The only thing better than doing this loop in an '86 would be to do it on a motorcycle! It will be an awesome route. Enjoy!
Forum: Northwest 04-10-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By PNW FRS
Almost laughable... just b/c someone (or a...

Almost laughable... just b/c someone (or a company) spends $$$ to mod a car (or any vehicle) doesn't equate to "value." Even hoping one could get .50 on the dollar for installed parts/mods is...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-31-2017, 08:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,273
Posted By PNW FRS
For comparison...

Each to his/her own... I went with a single of the Mustang light... seems to be sufficient; no one has rear-ended me (crossing fingers!)
...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-24-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,341
Posted By PNW FRS
I just lost my lunch.... thanks! :cheers:

I just lost my lunch.... thanks! :cheers:
Forum: Northwest 01-13-2017, 09:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,170
Posted By PNW FRS
For what it's worth, I just drove from Olympia to...

For what it's worth, I just drove from Olympia to Pasadena over the holidays and faced the same situation -- which way to go when your rig is too low to use "chains" (or similar). I had to watch the...
Forum: Northwest 01-13-2017, 01:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,170
Posted By PNW FRS
Things to consider...

1) It's not always about "putting chains (reg or cable or socks)" on... but sometimes the State Patrol requiring that "Carrying of chains is required..." (this is especially true with going over the...
Forum: Northwest 12-16-2016, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,227
Posted By PNW FRS
No worries... just let me know.

No worries... just let me know.
Forum: Northwest 12-12-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,227
Posted By PNW FRS
Paying it FWD for the Holidays....

A little "Paying it Fwd" for the holidays... (and it helps me clear out some stuff from the garage). I have 2013 FR-S OEM Cat-back exhaust... modded with larger Vibrant Stainless Steel tips...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-09-2016, 04:35 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 43,716
Posted By PNW FRS
Perhaps an illustration from Euro and The General

Not too long ago,,,, Cars made by Opel (GM-Europe) -- Sold by Saturn (in the wanning days before Saturn got axed) -- Saturn employee's paychecks made their way from somewhere deeply layered in The...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-07-2016, 06:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,415
Posted By PNW FRS
Kind of looks like a "Spat." The aftermarket...

Kind of looks like a "Spat." The aftermarket ones I've seen tend to have a little longer "winglet" shape...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-29-2016, 06:28 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 101,726
Posted By PNW FRS
For comparison

Imagine paying over $85K large plus tax and license for a 2014 Porsche Boxter S.... and then selling it today...
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-29-2016, 05:39 PM
Replies: 491
Views: 101,726
Posted By PNW FRS
Maybe with longevity (age) comes some...

Maybe with longevity (age) comes some perspective.... but I never cease to wonder why people think that cars are supposed to hold value (i.e., high value) if the used vehicle falls into the category...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-27-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 28,723
Posted By PNW FRS
IMO, you might have pushed it too far back...

IMO, you might have pushed it too far back (towards headliner) and thus caused some deformation in regards to fitment. The Mustang version -- and even the more expensive CF one found on this Forum...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-27-2016, 03:39 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 28,723
Posted By PNW FRS
There's a few posts about hi-mount brake light...

There's a few posts about hi-mount brake light mod....

http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z287/KMiyatake/FRS/Misc%20Mods/WP_20151106_15_44_02_Pro_zpslbddsqbd.jpg...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-20-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,694
Posted By PNW FRS
Thx... I had to fight the urge to "Go black" SO...

Thx... I had to fight the urge to "Go black" SO hard!! :cheers:
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Not...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-18-2016, 10:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,694
Posted By PNW FRS
Everyone's taste and style is different... ask...

Everyone's taste and style is different... ask 100 people and you might get 100 opinions. I suppose it comes down to some key factors...

- Budget
- Purpose for change besides "the look"
- And...
Forum: Northwest 06-28-2016, 02:51 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 27,257
Posted By PNW FRS
Something to consider.... try contacting the...

Something to consider.... try contacting the local "Hooked-on-Driving" organization (https://www.hookedondriving.com/hooked-on-driving-region/Pacific-Northwest-Region) and see what it would take to...
Forum: Northwest 06-28-2016, 02:47 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 27,257
Posted By PNW FRS
Drivers.... start your engines....

And start visualizing your lines... (just kidding... the Lead Car will take the pack through the best lines)
...
Forum: Northwest 06-27-2016, 02:08 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 27,257
Posted By PNW FRS
Exactly.... If one is looking for a true...

Exactly....

If one is looking for a true HPDE event, check out the Web, there are lots of bona fide HPDE events on the summer schedule (e.g., The Ridge, PIR, etc.)
Forum: Northwest 06-27-2016, 12:29 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 27,257
Posted By PNW FRS
The following information is tentative at this...

The following information is tentative at this time. There will be a Driver's Meeting on the morning of July 10; prior to anyone going out on the track.

Important Note... the track component of...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-02-2016, 06:49 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,252
Posted By PNW FRS
Go either alphabetically or in ascending order of...

Go either alphabetically or in ascending order of "cost per mod to be Lexus-like" :drool:

Not a slam on our 86's... but it is what it is and it does it well (within its design spec) and there...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-26-2016, 11:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,074
Posted By PNW FRS
If you go the Porsche route, you'll enjoy the rig...

If you go the Porsche route, you'll enjoy the rig -- especially if you go Boxster S or Cayman S. But... (and it's a BIG BUTT)... you're not going to like the $275+ oil changes after your checkbook...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-25-2016, 08:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,074
Posted By PNW FRS
Similar...

I found a garage queen 2007 C6 and that is now taking care of my "Kick-ass-off-the-line" desires as well as handling that is pretty good (OEM).

But, when I get back into the FR-S and toss it into...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-22-2016, 04:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,536
Posted By PNW FRS
Love the "specs"

Some of the specs that caught my eye...

S13.1 Tyre Regulations
(a) Only the control tyres listed below are permitted for use in the Series:
 Front and Rear: Dunlop Direzza 225/40R18 DUNLOP DZ2*...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-20-2016, 02:23 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 47,313
Posted By PNW FRS
Exactly! When I added up all the initial costs...

Exactly! When I added up all the initial costs to add FI -- and then a good tune... and then beef up the clutch... and on and on... it just made more sense to go find a nice used Corvette (C6) so I...
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