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Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-29-2022, 05:24 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 20,992
Posted By Scargod
The CF rod is attached to the steel crash beam...

The CF rod is attached to the steel crash beam with this McMaster-Carr ball joint linkage. (https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/128/1386) I drilled it out to 5/16" so I could epoxy the rod into it. The...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-24-2022, 12:29 PM
Replies: 473
Views: 122,029
Posted By systemmotorsports
Check our build thread - we will be R&Ding...

Check our build thread - we will be R&Ding various aggressive fitments and previous gen sets to get it to work without chassis modification (that is the goal). We will be playing with the geometry of...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-08-2021, 11:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,115
Posted By JRitt
AP Racing by Essex Brakes for the 2022 BRZ/GR86

Hello,

I wanted to update everyone on where we are on AP Racing brake system development for the Gen.2 cars.

We were hopeful that our AP Racing by Essex Competition Brake Kits...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 10-01-2021, 02:32 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 131,500
Posted By knapper
Oh 100%, the post was actually more so to show...

Oh 100%, the post was actually more so to show that PLA is a bad choice.

Luckily, I don't drive her in the winter, it's stored in relatively warm garage until spring. :D
Forum: Member's Car Journals 09-25-2021, 11:36 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 43,091
Posted By redlined600
In my last post I hinted at the trunk compressing...

In my last post I hinted at the trunk compressing under the downforce of the wing, now I have some confirmation of that.
0MPH
https://i.imgur.com/oB4UCla.png

60MPH...
Forum: CANADA 07-30-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,707
Posted By wparsons
OP is asking about these kind of joints, not OEM...

OP is asking about these kind of joints, not OEM balljoints or endlinks.


https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41-51nFORWL.jpg


The open ones (like pictured) won't do well in our winters, but...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-16-2021, 08:42 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 51,934
Posted By NLSP
Not sure if it makes a difference for you, but...

Not sure if it makes a difference for you, but MXP is made by Mackin Industries (stands for Mackin Xtreme Products). No relation to MAPerformance
Forum: Member's Car Journals 07-15-2021, 01:45 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 45,057
Posted By villainous_frx
They're the revised Perrin motor mounts, not sure...

They're the revised Perrin motor mounts, not sure if there are two different styles. If there are, these still have a poly bushing in them and are not 100% metal. The STI mounts are on the radar as...
Forum: CANADA 07-14-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,707
Posted By villainous_frx
Stock/Original OEM diff bushings needed some...

Stock/Original OEM diff bushings needed some grease added back, but everything else is in pretty good condition. OEM rear toe arms needed to be cut off on 1 side at the eccentric bolt due to being...
Forum: CANADA 07-14-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,707
Posted By Tcoat
Not exactly what you were asking but things can...

Not exactly what you were asking but things can get a bit crusty.

This is off my old car. Mind you that is after 6 winters and 230,000 kilometers.
https://i.imgur.com/DHFstkC.jpg?1

...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 06-17-2021, 02:23 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 131,500
Posted By NoHaveMSG
Thanks for the correction. I thought all PA was...

Thanks for the correction. I thought all PA was thermset. We have a part made out of PA6 and the vendor told me it can't be recycled because it is thermoset and can not be remelted. Same with a part...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 06-01-2021, 12:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,455
Posted By Berserker
I put the stock Plastic cowl cover back on, but...

I put the stock Plastic cowl cover back on, but like you mentioned I will probably get real arts & crafty with cardboard first & then try to come up with something proper :cheers:
Forum: Member's Car Journals 05-21-2021, 03:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,020
Posted By APEX Race Parts
► APEX | Staff Member's Track Car on 17" EC-7R Forged Wheels

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50506814833_46e123d0b7_b.jpg
JOE'S TRACK FRS | FEATURING APEX 17” EC-7R FORGED WHEELS

Introducing APEX's Market Research Manager, Joe McGuigan, and his...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-20-2021, 10:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,634
Posted By humfrz
Back in the day, we used a piece of cardboard -...

Back in the day, we used a piece of cardboard - :iono:
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-20-2021, 05:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,634
Posted By NoHaveMSG
Neoprene is good to 275F, EPDM is good to 300F+....

Neoprene is good to 275F, EPDM is good to 300F+. Unless it hits the exhaust it should be fine.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 05-14-2021, 12:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 11,874
Posted By Tcoat
I have tried many detail sprays and found that...

I have tried many detail sprays and found that the Ultimate Quick Detailer was the only thing that works at all with my ceramic coating. Everything else just sort of sat on top and didn't clean.
For...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 05-07-2021, 07:44 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,291
Posted By bfeeney
I was only asking for a little more stability...

I was only asking for a little more stability driving in a straight line on the interstate at 80mph.



I have noticed now that I've drove it more and did some Whiteline inserts, my problem is...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 04-29-2021, 11:31 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 109,466
Posted By 949 Racing
Update on the Blubster It's been a while...

Update on the Blubster

It's been a while since we ran it last. Busy with other development projects so it took us a while to get it ready for the track again with the new mods.

5" splitter of...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 04-26-2021, 11:13 AM
Replies: 473
Views: 161,469
Posted By Takumi788
What up. As I said in the previous posts, I have...

What up. As I said in the previous posts, I have decided to skip the 2021 track season with the FRS due to my son expected in early June. I buttoned up the wing and the majority of the front splitter...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-23-2021, 03:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
Posted By rixter145
Fronts right? I'm running the hotchki's endlinks,...

Fronts right? I'm running the hotchki's endlinks, whiteline sway bars and yeah I just kept adding spacers and checked on full lock (steering) to make sure it clears. I bought my coilover second hand...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-22-2021, 12:25 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
Posted By rixter145
I added spacers until it clears the endlink now...

I added spacers until it clears the endlink now and it's been good with no bump
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-16-2021, 02:42 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
Posted By Adamf220
Here is my solution, 1/2" heim joints with a...

Here is my solution, 1/2" heim joints with a turnbuckle cut to lenght. Drilled a hole in the A Arm and bolted it up. Had to mount the heim on the inside of the sway bar to clear and it has miles of...
Forum: CANADA 04-07-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,377
Posted By thedollarbill
Hands down, Noble Performance. Wilson is an...

Hands down, Noble Performance. Wilson is an experienced Time Attacker and will set you up beautifully.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 03-26-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 11,474
Posted By yEEt42069
Thanks for the write-up, I got my spacer in today...

Thanks for the write-up, I got my spacer in today and installation took only 20 minutes using this guide. I can't believe I didn't have this before, its so nice being able to drive without my knees...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-23-2021, 06:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,038
Posted By ZDan
I had to time-trial on the Contis last event last...

I had to time-trial on the Contis last event last year as I flat-spotted a Hoosier to the cords (doh!). First non-podium in forever :'( Anyway, looking at results I would have won T40 class (which...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-23-2021, 12:20 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
Posted By Adamf220
The problem is finding a endlink with 14mm ball...

The problem is finding a endlink with 14mm ball joints, which i havent been able to find in a very short length. I wanted to use the wrx ones since they would be perfect but they use a 10mm ball...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-23-2021, 12:20 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
The issue with mounting the swaybar to the lower...

The issue with mounting the swaybar to the lower control arm is that you'll change the motion ratio of the bar and reduce the effectiveness of the bar.

How short do you need the endlink?

-...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-23-2021, 12:02 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
Posted By Adamf220
I talked to ohlins and they claim they are...

I talked to ohlins and they claim they are working on an updated sway bar mount. Why its taken them this long to revise it is beyond me, also weather or not we will actually be able to get them is...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-23-2021, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,038
Posted By ZDan
Good feedback, not RE71R level of course... I...

Good feedback, not RE71R level of course... I don't think the sidewalls are particularly soft, I thought they felt fine at the track. More so after worn down a bit, thinking back my first sessions...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-23-2021, 03:48 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,830
Posted By strat61caster
Oh right, the issue isn't the ball joint but...

Oh right, the issue isn't the ball joint but rather the thickness of the center bit as it crosses across the strut body, my bad you're right the hotchkis is going to be your best bet.

All my...
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