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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-25-2022, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 747
Posted By saltywetman
Apexi super catalyzer manifold/op/fp with...

Apexi super catalyzer manifold/op/fp with Fujitsubo authorize RM+c catback

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftct8iPE49E
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-06-2022, 06:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,801
Posted By saltywetman
I never knew tpms batteries are replaceable...

I never knew tpms batteries are replaceable either. I thought they were sealed and sensors have to be replace once the juice runs out.

Looking at youtube how to videos on replacing the batteries...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-26-2022, 12:26 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,048
Posted By saltywetman
it will. according to the review by mav, it made...

it will. according to the review by mav, it made even the blitz nur spec catbacks quiet!
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-24-2022, 04:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,048
Posted By saltywetman
another note regarding the apexi header is that...

another note regarding the apexi header is that it comes as a set with the OP and FP and since the FP has a fairly large resonator on it, it makes for a much quieter setup even compared to stock when...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 03-12-2022, 02:24 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 15,850
Posted By saltywetman
It's just the mirror finish. There is still...

It's just the mirror finish. There is still intact gloss black paint right under. I'd imagine you can take it to a shop to remove the pvd finish and just apply a layer of clear coat over it. With...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-09-2022, 12:00 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,759
Posted By saltywetman
a lot of mods from the first gens are compatible...

a lot of mods from the first gens are compatible with second gens. If you're willing to put in the elbow grease to revert your first gen to stock, you can minimize the dent on the wallet from the...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-08-2022, 01:27 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 11,759
Posted By saltywetman
you have to consider that once more tuning...

you have to consider that once more tuning options come out for the second gen and you get e85 with headers + tune on a second gen it won't even be close compared to your tuned first gen. I just hope...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-20-2022, 08:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,716
Posted By saltywetman
Trd handling package that was available as a...

Trd handling package that was available as a dealer add-on at purchase for the 2020 model in the USA but left out in Canada

Pretty much made it a sport tech rs equivalent with brembos and Sachs...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-20-2022, 08:42 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,125
Posted By saltywetman
You can see in the north american spoiler it...

You can see in the north american spoiler it tapers a lot off towards the center compared to the JDM one. I thought it was just the angles but after seeing other pics, they definitely look different....
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-17-2022, 12:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,716
Posted By saltywetman
I wouldn't say the US market is the biggest for...

I wouldn't say the US market is the biggest for the GR86. North american market still tends to favor the "mo powa" side of sports cars. Heck, by the end of the gen 1's run, the north american sales...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-16-2022, 12:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,716
Posted By saltywetman
I wouldn't hold my breath. GRMN yaris is 500 unit...

I wouldn't hold my breath. GRMN yaris is 500 unit limited model for only japan :( as much as I'd love to see it come overseas i highly doubt we'll see one in north america. It has a higher chance...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-11-2022, 11:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,581
Posted By saltywetman
i've heard the opposite - that the headers bolt...

i've heard the opposite - that the headers bolt right up. However, the bigger question is whether first gen headers provide improvements over the oem header. Car is still so new with many people...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-11-2022, 04:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,735
Posted By saltywetman
Debate as fruitless as ...

Debate as fruitless as
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oesOC7JvcwQ

Yet, I casted my vote. Manual iz d best. Booyakasha!
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-09-2022, 10:09 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 19,904
Posted By saltywetman
yeah most gen 1 bbk's are compatible with the...

yeah most gen 1 bbk's are compatible with the gr86 but not the brz cuz of the knuckle.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-30-2021, 07:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,530
Posted By saltywetman
yeah, I think i've only read a post by a member...

yeah, I think i've only read a post by a member on here a while back that his dealership was able to import jdm stuff in for him which was the only reason I didn't use the word never. I don't think a...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-27-2021, 01:42 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 99,282
Posted By saltywetman
blame manufacturers of these giant cars who don't...

blame manufacturers of these giant cars who don't bother with wide angle side mirrors. Heck you can easily miss lower vehicles even if you do shoulder check!
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-25-2021, 08:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,763
Posted By saltywetman
He was asking for the dynochart comparison of the...

He was asking for the dynochart comparison of the fa20 with OEM header + tune vs fa20 with the 2.4l header + tune so both are with the fa20 engine where tuning software/hardware is available
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-25-2021, 02:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,530
Posted By saltywetman
I'd say most of the north american dealerships...

I'd say most of the north american dealerships won't import JDM goods over for you and would use the excuse that the products have not been tested in North America. Your options are usually limited...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-15-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 21,086
Posted By saltywetman
People are completely forgetting that this car is...

People are completely forgetting that this car is a throwback to the ae86. Which was a cheap accessible lightweight na rwd coupe that people can mod to their hearts content. Factory FI will never be...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-14-2021, 08:27 PM
Replies: 1,126
Views: 187,351
Posted By saltywetman
The first gens were def a passion project and was...

The first gens were def a passion project and was a very well recieved and a success (at least in its initial few years of sales). Then the facelift added a bit of refinement, and now the second gens...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-14-2021, 08:25 AM
Replies: 1,126
Views: 187,351
Posted By saltywetman
aside from your supercharger, it's likely your...

aside from your supercharger, it's likely your brakes, ohlins, wheels + rubber, and exhaust (although you likely may not want to use the header would be transferrable over to the second gen. After...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-02-2021, 03:15 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 26,751
Posted By saltywetman
I think the improvement on the torque curve and...

I think the improvement on the torque curve and delivery is what made reviewers like the second gen more. If the first gens had the same torque delivery i'm sure there would be less complainers even...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 11-20-2021, 11:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,568
Posted By saltywetman
Agreed. if it was a gig that paid well it would...

Agreed. if it was a gig that paid well it would be my ideal job for my OCD haha
Forum: Member's Car Journals 11-20-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,568
Posted By saltywetman
Took car to shop earlier this month to get the...

Took car to shop earlier this month to get the entire underbody dry iced and honey wax seal applied before the winter since I really hated how rustcheck made everything super tarry/greasy when it...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-04-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,829
Posted By saltywetman
the only thing working against longevity of the...

the only thing working against longevity of the modern 86's is the flimsy subie engine. Toyota made bulletproof inline 4's and 6's back in the day 4a, 3s, 2j GTE/GE series were all solid engines. The...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-25-2021, 12:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,292
Posted By saltywetman
I think he is also urging people to buy the 2nd...

I think he is also urging people to buy the 2nd gen if they can afford it because he feels we are lucky to even get these affordable sports coupes in this day and age where many countries are...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-24-2021, 01:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,441
Posted By saltywetman
The hill assist icon "flashes" on hills when it...

The hill assist icon "flashes" on hills when it is activated. The light may be solid on some hills when the system is turned on, but unless it flashes when you clutch in to first and start to release...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-23-2021, 02:25 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 12,968
Posted By saltywetman
IMO the s2k is still ahead based on it has a very...

IMO the s2k is still ahead based on it has a very very robust high revving motor whereas with the fa24 since it's essentially a bored out fa20, would still have potential issues such as rocker arm...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-23-2021, 02:09 AM
Replies: 1,126
Views: 187,351
Posted By saltywetman
most likely better fuel economy with a smaller...

most likely better fuel economy with a smaller engine... I'm quite curious how much of a difference fuel economy would be between the 2 gens. Wonder if Gen 1 + 4.8 final drive gear upgrade would be...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 10-20-2021, 03:08 AM
Replies: 1,126
Views: 187,351
Posted By saltywetman
So the moral of the story: don't get married,...

So the moral of the story: don't get married, don't make kids
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