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Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 08-20-2022, 04:16 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,523
Posted By dhuang
I love my Alfa Romeo 4C. :wub: Unique and...

I love my Alfa Romeo 4C. :wub:

Unique and still plenty quick for an 8 year old car. Behaves like a vintage turbocharged exotic (think Ferrari F40) -- a bit of turbo lag, but with no power steering...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-08-2021, 12:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,856
Posted By dhuang
Replaced the FR-S w/ the ACT with a newer BRZ....

Replaced the FR-S w/ the ACT with a newer BRZ. Then replaced the BRZ. :lol:

From my research, most people experiencing this issue with aftermarket clutches go back to stock or some Exedy.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-23-2021, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,856
Posted By dhuang
It's the clutch. I had 1st gear lockout...

It's the clutch.

I had 1st gear lockout issues with my ACT clutch -- same symptoms once the car was slightly warmed up. Never solved the issue.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 05-25-2021, 03:32 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 70,758
Posted By dhuang
I'm at 60k miles and it still works. :D I've...

I'm at 60k miles and it still works. :D

I've spent a total of $162 on parts to fix issues outside of routine items (tires, alignments, oil changes).
Honestly the car is mechanically simple and...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 05-24-2021, 02:05 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 70,758
Posted By dhuang
Trust me, you won't miss the third pedal. My...

Trust me, you won't miss the third pedal.

My last three cars were manual and when I got the 4C, I wondered if I made a mistake... but the car has so much sensory overload that a manual would make...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-09-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By dhuang
Yeah your Corsa sounds off. Luckily Corsa...

Yeah your Corsa sounds off.

Luckily Corsa support is awesome -- they sent me a brand new muffler section.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-03-2021, 02:08 AM
Replies: 428
Views: 74,759
Posted By dhuang
That's what I did. In stock form, it is a...

That's what I did.

In stock form, it is a flawed car at the limit.

With the BRZ, I've always been able to control that car at the limit. Not the case with the Alfa... luckily suspension tweaks...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-15-2020, 10:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,726
Posted By dhuang
Try and drive one to see if it is for you -- you...

Try and drive one to see if it is for you -- you will quickly find that out in less than a minute. :D

I think of it as a Lotus Elige with more way more drama + character, but more daily-able.
...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 09-09-2020, 11:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,726
Posted By dhuang
The MC20 is a natural big brother to my Alfa...

The MC20 is a natural big brother to my Alfa Romeo 4C, it uses the same CF tub after all.

Liking this direction Maserati is going... the Ghibli left a sour taste in my mouth. :thumbdown:
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-27-2020, 10:10 PM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,231,678
Posted By dhuang
Watched her leave. :cry: Thanks FT86Club for...

Watched her leave. :cry:

Thanks FT86Club for being an excellent time waster for the past 8 years. :lol:
And the brilliant FR-S / 86 / BRZ platform playing a part in my life for 6 years and 134k...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-27-2020, 10:09 PM
Replies: 19,878
Views: 8,801,837
Posted By dhuang
Watched her leave. :cry: Thanks FT86Club for...

Watched her leave. :cry:

Thanks FT86Club for being an excellent time waster for the past 8 years. :lol:
And the brilliant FR-S / 86 / BRZ platform playing a part in my life for 6 years and 134k...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 05-27-2020, 03:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,050
Posted By dhuang
Sold. https://i.imgur.com/hhs2KTF.mp4

Sold.

https://i.imgur.com/hhs2KTF.mp4
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 04-15-2020, 12:40 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 11,227
Posted By dhuang
For some reason, this reminds me of when Steve...

For some reason, this reminds me of when Steve Ballmer laughed off Apple's announcement of the iPhone... At the time, Microsoft was finally releasing competitive Zune products against the iPod.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-21-2020, 04:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,842
Posted By dhuang
jordanaintshittt, I had a Verus forged fork and...

jordanaintshittt, I had a Verus forged fork and pivot installed when I did my ACT clutch, but the problem still eventually developed and got worse with time -- made the car unenjoyable to drive.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-16-2020, 02:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,842
Posted By dhuang
Had the same problem with my SB7-HDSS on my '13...

Had the same problem with my SB7-HDSS on my '13 FR-S. Was alright at first, but eventually I got locked out of all gears. Bled the system, replaced the slave -- nothing helped. I think ACT have some...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 03-07-2020, 02:49 AM
Replies: 255
Views: 85,655
Posted By dhuang
You and me both. Preferred it so much, I had to...

You and me both. Preferred it so much, I had to get one. ;)
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 03-05-2020, 12:46 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,365
Posted By dhuang
Drive one, especially with a tune, they wake up...

Drive one, especially with a tune, they wake up compared to stock. A bit under-tired from the factory with a very Italian alignment. :lol:

My buddy has an Exige S 240 w/ the InoKinetic shifter and...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 03-04-2020, 04:37 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,365
Posted By dhuang
My Daily Drivers' that complement each other ;) ...

My Daily Drivers' that complement each other ;)

https://i.imgur.com/bbzCk3jh.jpg

My GE Honda Fit 5spd is the nice weather weekend car since it's the doge mobile... I'm probably doing all this...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-23-2020, 09:05 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,120
Posted By dhuang
Corsa. Low rumble at idle, growl in the...

Corsa.

Low rumble at idle, growl in the midrange, transitioning to a banshee howl above 5k rpm.

Here's mine with stock '17 header:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sl_kiPX58GU
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 02-11-2020, 12:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,677
Posted By dhuang
I can attest to this statement, nothing but...

I can attest to this statement, nothing but compliments, and sounds distinctly different than any other 86 exhaust setup.

I love mine w/ the black tips. :wub:

I didn't want to do headers...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-28-2020, 12:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,440
Posted By dhuang
If you're just missing the rubber bumper, just...

If you're just missing the rubber bumper, just buy them from Advanced. I gave up after the dealership replaced it, as it eventually came apart again. :iono:

You get three in this six pack that...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-26-2020, 05:59 AM
Replies: 19,878
Views: 8,801,837
Posted By dhuang
(Doh the repost... I accidentally posted on the...

(Doh the repost... I accidentally posted on the FR-S / 86 thread instead :bonk:)

Found the eyedropper tool for the BRZ and other stablemate. #nerd :lol:

https://i.imgur.com/80XT7iZh.jpg
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-26-2020, 05:56 AM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,231,678
Posted By dhuang
(Edit: Doh, I'm not a FR-S / 86... wrong thread....

(Edit: Doh, I'm not a FR-S / 86... wrong thread. :bonk:)

Found the eyedropper tool for the BRZ and other stablemate. #nerd :lol:

https://i.imgur.com/80XT7iZh.jpg
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-18-2020, 04:53 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 14,039
Posted By dhuang
I just got back in the BRZ after road tripping in...

I just got back in the BRZ after road tripping in the 4C for a month.

While cruising on the highway, I would stay below 72mph or above 65mph because the exhaust drone would get to me -- I ended up...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-16-2019, 07:09 PM
Replies: 2,577
Views: 827,297
Posted By dhuang
86/BRZ + No Brakes + Speed + Corner = Humbles...

86/BRZ + No Brakes + Speed + Corner = Humbles these folks quite well. :thumbup:
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-06-2019, 02:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,127
Posted By dhuang
My Alfa 4C has been reliable, but certain parts...

My Alfa 4C has been reliable, but certain parts take a while to source, whereas others I actually get from my local Mopar dealer vs. the markup at an AR dealer.

Alfa love is real -- But I've...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-06-2019, 12:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,070
Posted By dhuang
It's a long story, but if you come out to...

It's a long story, but if you come out to Caffeine & Octane and we happen to cross paths, I'll tell you more. :)

The abridged version would be being young, dumb, and not having enough time to...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-05-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,070
Posted By dhuang
Knowing Arne & Doug, that's not what they did,...

Knowing Arne & Doug, that's not what they did, and outside of their character. They had spotters on the ground just like we did in 2013 (though we had significantly less).

You might be thinking of...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-04-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,070
Posted By dhuang
Always good to pass the torch within the...

Always good to pass the torch within the fraternity of lunatics.

Congrats Arne, Doug, and Berkeley!

- Dan Huang (Cannonball Record holder 2013 - 2019, CL55 AMG)
...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 12-01-2019, 02:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,127
Posted By dhuang
Here are some ricer flyby's with my immature...

Here are some ricer flyby's with my immature popping ECU. :popcorn:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vjwL1YmJRI
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