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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-17-2024, 09:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 354
Posted By nextcar
Hmm.... I have a Trueno, and the auto dimming...

Hmm.... I have a Trueno, and the auto dimming mirror - which is listed as a port installed option on my Maroney sheet. So it would appear that the Trueno does not come with an auto dimming mirror,...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-07-2024, 11:38 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 274,117
Posted By nextcar
There is very little preload on the springs. If...

There is very little preload on the springs. If you remove the nut on the top of the struts whlie the car is on the ground and jack up the front end slowly, the tophats separate easily. You will have...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-05-2024, 01:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 482
Posted By nextcar
My old daily was an 2013 FRS with TRD lowering...

My old daily was an 2013 FRS with TRD lowering springs and TRD exhaust.
My new daily is a Trueno with GR exhaust.

The new GR exhaust has definitely less drone, and is perhaps a slight bit quieter...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-02-2024, 05:43 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 274,117
Posted By nextcar
Over the weekend I installed Pedders tophats on...

Over the weekend I installed Pedders tophats on the Trueno edition. Incredibly easy on this car, no need for a spring compressor!
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 04-02-2024, 05:40 PM
Replies: 4,635
Views: 500,315
Posted By nextcar
Are you sure? I am 6'3" and I fit... Of course I...

Are you sure? I am 6'3" and I fit... Of course I nearly knocked myself out hitting my head on the top of the door getting out...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-22-2024, 01:51 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 274,117
Posted By nextcar
Ordered Jan 3, projected delivery by end of...

Ordered Jan 3, projected delivery by end of April. Sapphire blue, or as Toyota would call it Trueno Blue.

Update: using the allocation tracker I found a Trueno edition @ MSRP about 2.5 hours away...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 03-18-2024, 09:57 AM
Replies: 1,389
Views: 222,344
Posted By nextcar
I am officially eating crow... and joining the Panda club!

After weeks of searching and calling dealerships, using the online allocation spreadsheet I was able to find a dealer that will sell a Trueno edition at MSRP and no forced add-ons. The car has a few...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 02-19-2024, 09:43 PM
Replies: 4,635
Views: 500,315
Posted By nextcar
Today I Learned (actually Saturday...)

Today I learned... that if you don't check the pressure in your space saver spare tire for 10 years, it isn't going to help you when you need it most.

:slap:
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-06-2024, 01:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,545
Posted By nextcar
I geared my Gen1 @ 4.56 and really liked it......

I geared my Gen1 @ 4.56 and really liked it... the only negatives IMO were:

1) On bigger tracks like the Riverside NASCAR roval top speed suffered in the long straight and high banked turn. I...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 11-14-2023, 09:54 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,186
Posted By nextcar
TIL that the emergency trunk release handle on...

TIL that the emergency trunk release handle on the FRS/BRZ trunk latch mechanism is "glow-in-the-dark" plastic. Makes sense if you are small enough to actually fit in the trunk and not dead yet...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-17-2023, 10:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,314
Posted By nextcar
Since this promo video was posted two weeks ago,...

Since this promo video was posted two weeks ago, I think we will start seeing more press soon. Hopefully with real commentary in the future...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TwxKzfyMKVM
Forum: Interior Parts (Incl. Lighting) 07-17-2023, 05:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 752
Posted By nextcar
Please delete

Gone to new owner.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 06-30-2023, 11:49 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 14,702
Posted By nextcar
More details...

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a44360372/2024-toyota-gr86-performance-package-drive/

According to this article, the brake upgrade is more than the calipers... larger rotors and pads are part...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 06-26-2023, 12:41 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 22,944
Posted By nextcar
Do you think more energy is going into this...

Do you think more energy is going into this thread than it is producing?
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-04-2023, 10:13 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,897
Posted By nextcar
Love my 4.56 gears, but I topped out at 115 @ the...

Love my 4.56 gears, but I topped out at 115 @ the Autoclub Speedway "Roval".

Ambient temp was over 95F, stock motor/tune and expensive but 91 octaine gas. Smiled the whole day. And yes, 4th gear...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-25-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,897
Posted By nextcar
For Gen1, Gen2 not personally confirmed. ...

For Gen1, Gen2 not personally confirmed.

https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3044786&postcount=16
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-24-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,897
Posted By nextcar
Furthermore it is the same diff that is used in...

Furthermore it is the same diff that is used in some Lexus vehicles, FWIW...

When I changed the final drive gearing in mine, I spoke at length with a shop that specialized in setting up diffs and...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-13-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,722
Posted By nextcar
IMHO, the most typical reason for engine failure...

IMHO, the most typical reason for engine failure for non-boosted engines on this car has historically been, and will continue to be:

The money shift.

I would be willing to bet that this single...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 02-12-2023, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4,635
Views: 500,315
Posted By nextcar
TIL what I already knew... the hard way

I was an idiot for not measuring both sides of a doorway for sliding glass bifold doors.

NOTHING is true, level, or square on a house. Nothing.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 02-11-2023, 12:15 AM
Replies: 4,635
Views: 500,315
Posted By nextcar
Truly a jury of his peers...

Truly a jury of his peers...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 02-10-2023, 12:29 AM
Replies: 4,635
Views: 500,315
Posted By nextcar
TIL - You can legally drive drunk to escape angry women.

Husband caught cheating drove drunk legally to escape angry wife, California jury finds

Read more at: https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article272322013.html
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-31-2023, 03:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,328
Posted By nextcar
Factory restoration service for 1st gen

Just saw this article:

https://www.thedrive.com/news/first-gen-toyota-86-now-has-its-own-factory-restoration-program

Nice to see this, even if it is in Japan only...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 01-01-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,118
Posted By nextcar
Hi Bob! Great to hear your car is back on the...

Hi Bob! Great to hear your car is back on the street - and thanks again for the wheels!

Indeed I have 90 minutes of karting video, including Shibuya crossing (the busiest crosswalk in Tokyo -...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 01-01-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,118
Posted By nextcar
Best driving experience of 2022

Happy new year!

I spent quite a few fun track days in 2022, but I thought I would share my favorite driving experience:

Gokarting through the streets of Tokyo at night in costume (e.g. real...
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 12-23-2022, 06:09 PM
Replies: 770
Views: 161,545
Posted By nextcar
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 11-25-2022, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4,635
Views: 500,315
Posted By nextcar
TIL (actually 2 weeks ago) that Disneyworld can...

TIL (actually 2 weeks ago) that Disneyworld can disappoint children hours before they arrive at the park!

They have a new "virtual queue" system for their most popular new ride: "Guardians of the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-12-2022, 09:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,782
Posted By nextcar
If it is, I don't understand it!

If it is, I don't understand it!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-12-2022, 08:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,782
Posted By nextcar
Nope. In most states you can opt to take a...

Nope. In most states you can opt to take a traffic school class to have the infraction removed from your record - subject to probation. You still have to pay the associated fine. If you get another...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-03-2022, 12:24 AM
Replies: 24,604
Views: 7,226,073
Posted By nextcar
After you polish them, spray them with clear UV...

After you polish them, spray them with clear UV protection spray paint

Krylon clear UV protection...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-02-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 24,604
Views: 7,226,073
Posted By nextcar
Re-mounted my driver's side USDM fog light... ...

Re-mounted my driver's side USDM fog light...

I clipped a cone at the Autoclub speedway roval on the left turn coming off the banked turn into the infield at 60MPH... deflected the bumper cover...
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