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Posted By strat61caster

I tried out bfg rival s 1.5 this weekend with...

I tried out bfg rival s 1.5 this weekend with stock power, 245/40/17, no problems breaking the rear end loose, no problem when I use re71rs either. If it feels grounded to the ground you can drive...

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03-22-2021, 10:40 PM

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Posted By wil5bart

I bought my Continental ECS from 4wheelonline...

I bought my Continental ECS from 4wheelonline last year. For daily driving, these tires are excellent. Wet performance is another strong point. Went to an autocross last summer and they did fairly...

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03-21-2021, 05:50 PM

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Posted By NoHaveMSG

Conti ECS. Sent from my iPhone using...

Conti ECS.

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03-21-2021, 05:16 PM

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Posted By Grawlix

GT Radial Champiro SX2 in the stock size: Good...

GT Radial Champiro SX2 in the stock size: Good grip but not a 200tw tire, they start making noise well before they lose grip so you will not be surprised when approaching the limit. They are track...

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03-21-2021, 02:29 PM

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Posted By soundman98

i'm loving my bridgestone comp2 a/s.

i'm loving my bridgestone comp2 a/s.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

01-06-2021, 03:43 AM

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Posted By Thefalls

I agree that on paper the oil cooler is overkill...

I agree that on paper the oil cooler is overkill for a DD car but in practice i see otherwise. In ambient 28-30 deg Celsius i see 115deg when cruising on a slightly steep stretch but on a flat road...

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01-05-2021, 11:48 PM

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Posted By jflogerzi

IMO it's not worth it for any serious track...

IMO it's not worth it for any serious track driving. For DD and other driving in colder climate it might be worth it to bring oil temps up quicker

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01-05-2021, 08:09 PM

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Posted By EndlessAzure

holeeray The OEM-style oil coolers aren't...

holeeray The OEM-style oil coolers aren't sufficient for road course HPDE driving heat loads

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

01-05-2021, 05:53 PM

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Posted By DarkPira7e

The NED cooler is cheaper, same parts. ...

The NED cooler is cheaper, same parts.

https://www.nedautoparts.com/products/ned-oil-cooler-kit-factory-oem-subaru-brz

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01-05-2021, 05:44 PM

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Posted By weederr33

Technically it's cheaper to source the parts...

Technically it's cheaper to source the parts yourself. There is a list somewhere. Then again I bought the Cusco kit so lol on me

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12-28-2020, 11:25 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By soundman98

if your tie rods are worn out at 36k miles,...

if your tie rods are worn out at 36k miles, you're going to have a bunch of other suspension related problems. jump any creeks lately?
...

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12-28-2020, 09:32 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By wparsons

If it's never been aligned, there's a good chance...

If it's never been aligned, there's a good chance they could be seized and the shop didn't want to remove them or heat them to unseize them.

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12-24-2020, 05:17 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By Grady

If you are lowered, go with the Whitline. If not...

If you are lowered, go with the Whitline. If not OEM or quality aftermarket.

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12-24-2020, 04:24 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By norcalpb

I replaced my tie rods at 150k but if I could do...

I replaced my tie rods at 150k but if I could do it again I would replace the whole steering rack, as that comes with the new tie rods. $380 vs $150 or something like that.

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12-24-2020, 04:08 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By strat61caster

Sounds like a lazy/greedy shop to me. Almost...

Sounds like a lazy/greedy shop to me. Almost 100k miles on my 8 year old hooptie and the tie rods are fine.

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12-24-2020, 03:41 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By jflogerzi

Whiteline makes good stuff.

Whiteline makes good stuff.

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12-23-2020, 07:45 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By churchx

holeeray: i'd think of those Megan tie rod ends...

holeeray: i'd think of those Megan tie rod ends only for need of slightly more steering angle .. and with some wheel/tire widths you may get rubbing when steered to lock

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12-23-2020, 07:37 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By Drifter X

Yeah I would go with OEM. But that’s my opinion...

Yeah I would go with OEM. But that’s my opinion though.

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12-23-2020, 07:03 PM

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Couldn't get front toe set because of worn out tie rods?

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Posted By Drifter X

It’s common wear and tear for tie rods to go....

It’s common wear and tear for tie rods to go. Yes, when they’re worn out, the tech will have a hard time setting the toe. Replace your tie rods.

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12-22-2020, 06:37 PM

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Sticky: Will this fit? (width, offset and tire size Qs)

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Posted By Vital

From what i understand the clearance on the B6 is...

From what i understand the clearance on the B6 is similar to stock shocks so that should fit. There are threads on here with people using 235/40 tire size on stock shocks with that wheel size so your...

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12-21-2020, 03:16 PM

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Bilstein B6 and B8 explained

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Posted By Racecomp Engineering

I'll post side by side pictures with stock...

I'll post side by side pictures with stock dampers here.
Covid is delaying me installing this set for now.

A lot of places carry these, but they occasionally have supply issues. We do have a...

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12-21-2020, 03:13 PM

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Bilstein B6 and B8 explained

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Posted By Racecomp Engineering

Bilstein B6 and B8 explained

We've received lots of questions lately on the Bilstein B6 and B8 dampers, so I thought I'd do a rundown on these two fixed perch shocks. I just got a set in for my own car (because I really like...

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12-16-2020, 12:22 PM

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Posted By ZDan

Very very pleased with Bilstein B8s (same damping...

Very very pleased with Bilstein B8s (same damping as B6, only difference is less droop travel) with Swift Spec-R springs, which have the same front rate as RCE Yellow and slightly stiffer rear rate. ...

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12-12-2020, 01:07 PM

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Posted By ZDan

I got a set of 3mm spacers from Counterspace...

I got a set of 3mm spacers from Counterspace Garage earlier this year.

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12-12-2020, 07:26 AM

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Posted By RToyo86

Worth a try to see, but a spacer wouldn't hurt....

Worth a try to see, but a spacer wouldn't hurt. 3mm is about all you can do without extended wheel studs. It's possible to fit 2.5" ARP studs on the rear if you can't get the hub off. Minor Dremel...

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12-11-2020, 10:36 PM

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Posted By Racecomp Engineering

We have a couple sets in stock. :) - Andrew

We have a couple sets in stock. :)

- Andrew

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12-11-2020, 09:59 PM

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Posted By TommyW

try it and see. How are your wheel wells looking....

try it and see. How are your wheel wells looking. Would spacers help in that area?

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12-11-2020, 05:26 PM

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Posted By strat61caster

No. The large OE springs and spring perch...

No.

The large OE springs and spring perch are what limits clearance.

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12-11-2020, 04:21 PM

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