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Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 08-02-2021, 10:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,534
Posted By Plumbus
Pics are broken

Pics are broken
Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis 07-23-2021, 09:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,043
Posted By Plumbus
I have the SP variants of this coilover. I got...

I have the SP variants of this coilover. I got nothing but good things to say about them, these should be more comfortable and streetable than mine. decent price also
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 05-10-2021, 11:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,768
Posted By Plumbus
You got a great taste in cars I can tell you that...

You got a great taste in cars I can tell you that much, though I'm sure you know that well haha. congrats dude. :party0030:
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 05-09-2021, 05:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,768
Posted By Plumbus
What a car, and great mods. Why you selling it?

What a car, and great mods. Why you selling it?
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 05-07-2021, 04:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,200
Posted By Plumbus
It bothers me that there is no consistency in...

It bothers me that there is no consistency in color coding fuel, especially between E85 and diesel, and their respective pump and jerrican colors. I love the color yellow for e85 jerricans but my OCD...
Forum: User/Vendor/Sponsor Reviews, Feedback, Comments 05-04-2021, 09:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,040
Posted By Plumbus
My car lives under a giant gross tree that shits...

My car lives under a giant gross tree that shits leaves, sap, artillery fungus, bird shit, and tons of dust from all the dry leaves breaking apart. The engine bay is full of leaves and insect husks...
Forum: User/Vendor/Sponsor Reviews, Feedback, Comments 05-04-2021, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,040
Posted By Plumbus
Though a very simple idea, this is genius. It's...

Though a very simple idea, this is genius. It's been only a few months since I got my coilovers but the ball bearing in the top hats is already getting clogged with plant and insect crap. It's a...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-02-2021, 06:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Plumbus
Sometimes the changes are so gradual and slow...

Sometimes the changes are so gradual and slow that you don't notice the change. Some places check the alignment for free and you can align if it's off. I think at least every few years is reasonable...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-01-2021, 06:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,501
Posted By Plumbus
Florida might have a lot of problems but roads...

Florida might have a lot of problems but roads ain't one of them. well depends on the area too, some areas north of miami really suck. but still I think getting it checked every few years is wise...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-27-2021, 05:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,483
Posted By Plumbus
I posted this in the Fumoto install guide video...

I posted this in the Fumoto install guide video on the FTSpeed channel years ago, but I wish I had seen this thread years ago when the first person asked. you do not want to install the F108SX model...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-23-2021, 11:27 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 53,058
Posted By Plumbus
Why read the thread when a cool dude like you can...

Why read the thread when a cool dude like you can give me the answer? :) But real talk, thanks. I might just buy them and give them a try.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-23-2021, 01:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,370
Posted By Plumbus
Add me to the plug. Zach helped me tune my brz...

Add me to the plug. Zach helped me tune my brz with ACE headers and answered all questions patiently to make sure I was in the clear. That was in december if memory serves and now a few months later...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-22-2021, 06:24 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,182
Posted By Plumbus
Maybe I didn't explain myself well but you are...

Maybe I didn't explain myself well but you are correct, you want to loosen all 4 bolts enough for the inserts to be inserted and for the subframe to be level. but there should always be 3 bolts...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-21-2021, 11:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,182
Posted By Plumbus
I did a few things to prevent the bolts from...

I did a few things to prevent the bolts from cross threading:

Lift the car level front to back,
Use a wire brush to clean the threads, and
Support the subframe by the diff, unscrew all 4...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-21-2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,182
Posted By Plumbus
The shifter and trans mount were extremely easy...

The shifter and trans mount were extremely easy to install without needing to drop the transmission, you just need to support the trans with a jack while you remove the trans support bracket. The...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-14-2021, 09:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,791
Posted By Plumbus
I put the STI tranny mount and there is nearly...

I put the STI tranny mount and there is nearly zero (if not zero) nvh increase. I have also lost a bit of hearing due to health issues the last few years so I'm not sure if someone with better ear...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-10-2021, 08:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,748
Posted By Plumbus
The 925 and 922 do very different things. The 925...

The 925 and 922 do very different things. The 925 removes slack from the drivetrain, making power delivery more immediate/responsive. The 922 makes the rear feel more connected to the ground, helps...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 01-27-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,558
Posted By Plumbus
I find it stunning how stubborn some people are...

I find it stunning how stubborn some people are about shipping items, especially small ones like this cable. you literally pay for a label online, print it and slap it on a box and take the package...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-26-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,773
Posted By Plumbus
This car is so fast that you are relatively a few...

This car is so fast that you are relatively a few years in the future when you've driven for some time. Relativity and all that.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-25-2021, 10:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,965
Posted By Plumbus
I'm not sure how, I assume the gases get vacuumed...

I'm not sure how, I assume the gases get vacuumed when stationary and with/without AC recirculation on. Ever since I installed the headers there is a noticeable exhaust smell in the cabin and there...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-24-2021, 02:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,965
Posted By Plumbus
I'm not sure yet, I'm building a leak tester this...

I'm not sure yet, I'm building a leak tester this week and will see where exactly it is. I noticed part of the front jacking point has a significant amount of soot, and the door jambs also have a...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-23-2021, 11:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,965
Posted By Plumbus
How to fix exhaust leak

What's the best way to seal the flanges? Installed ACE headers a month or two ago and they are leaking like crazy. I used the new ace gaskets included with the header, but the harbor freight torque...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 01-09-2021, 01:29 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 21,945
Posted By Plumbus
I have been thinking about this topic a lot the...

I have been thinking about this topic a lot the past few weeks and I think I will forgo all or most braces in favor of bushings. I was gonna do the latter anyway but I debated if the braces were...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-06-2021, 06:53 PM
Replies: 2,361
Views: 621,965
Posted By Plumbus
I'm not particularly interested in a turbo setup,...

I'm not particularly interested in a turbo setup, but I am happy that the platform is still getting love even though it is officially "out of print". Good luck with the new kit.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-05-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,977
Posted By Plumbus
Just to add another point of view, weight is not...

Just to add another point of view, weight is not unimportant for daily driving. My bro got Motegi MR131 traklights for his 9th gen civic and despite being about two pounds heavier than RPF1s in the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires 12-19-2020, 11:31 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 34,257
Posted By Plumbus
Is that with stock suspension? Still need to...

Is that with stock suspension? Still need to install my coilovers and was thinking not to mount them before then. Any rubbing when turning or when going over bumps?
Forum: Wheels and Tires 12-19-2020, 11:27 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 34,257
Posted By Plumbus
From my spreadsheet: WedsSport TC105X Type D...

From my spreadsheet:
WedsSport TC105X Type D Center Cap | Wheels | Center Cap | 52904 | 65mm TO 56mm for Subaru. part no. WEDS-52904

please confirm by yourself independently, not responsible if...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-14-2020, 12:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,697
Posted By Plumbus
Right back at you! If you can record yours it'd...

Right back at you! If you can record yours it'd be cool.

As promised, I took my Tascam and chucked it in my trunk before a burger run. I was able to record the cold start outside the trunk which...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 12-12-2020, 04:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,422
Posted By Plumbus
Nice car Copy! Maybe I'll make my own build...

Nice car Copy! Maybe I'll make my own build journal as well since my brz is coming along nicely.

What's the part number for that push button start? There are so many STI push buttons that it makes...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-07-2020, 12:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,078
Posted By Plumbus
Hey guys, THANKS so much for all the helpful...

Hey guys, THANKS so much for all the helpful advice. Like some people suggested, I just had to keep going. The engine mounts binded together with the subframe for the first inch or two due to age,...
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