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Forum: Forced Induction 06-19-2019, 08:53 AM
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Posted By ajcarson11
Kev0 is picking up my kit for a great deal...

Kev0 is picking up my kit for a great deal ($1300) as I move onto a new platform. Happy to see him get it -- Only wish I could convince him to save the $500 in mechanic's fees -- I could help him...
Forum: Forced Induction 06-15-2019, 09:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,198
Posted By ajcarson11
Ahh... There were some early issues with the...

Ahh... There were some early issues with the stock maf or map doing something strange but maybe they've resolved it. Moto east definitely would know.
Forum: Forced Induction 06-10-2019, 07:33 PM
Replies: 9,139
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Posted By ajcarson11
There are never any guarantees with stock motors,...

There are never any guarantees with stock motors, but I can tell you that most of your risk lies in the tune. You are much safer with a tuner who understands this car and this kit -- I would go with...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-27-2019, 08:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,042
Posted By ajcarson11
Let me offer this perspective -- Take it for what...

Let me offer this perspective -- Take it for what it's worth.

I've been boosted with an Innovate 210 w/ 72.5mm pulley, non-intercooled on E85 (flexfuel) for 25k miles now on a 2013 brz, with stock...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-19-2019, 08:37 AM
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Posted By ajcarson11
I have been running the 72.5 on e85 with stock...

I have been running the 72.5 on e85 with stock pump and injectors for 25k miles now. No issues. I purchased my pulley from Moto east. They were the only vendor who still had them at the time.
Forum: Forced Induction 05-08-2019, 02:37 PM
Replies: 9,139
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Posted By ajcarson11
I don't have experience with the combination of...

I don't have experience with the combination of the 3" Moto-East short-ram intake and metal intake pipe, but I can tell you that 3" Moto-East intake connects directly to the stock plastic pipe (which...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-16-2019, 08:36 AM
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Posted By ajcarson11
Yep -- You should be good to go with that setup....

Yep -- You should be good to go with that setup. I run non-intercooled on flex fuel (mostly straight E85) with the 72.5mm pulley. Car runs great, and in mildly cold weather gets into the ~270hp...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 12-18-2018, 08:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,169
Posted By ajcarson11
Known problem -- Not a lot of great solutions....

Known problem -- Not a lot of great solutions. You can order OEM parts all day, but for most people replacement parts don't fix much. The bracket under the headlight tends to sag, and the bumper then...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-03-2018, 12:11 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 18,164
Posted By ajcarson11
I would absolutely boost again. I went with an...

I would absolutely boost again. I went with an easy setup (Sprintex 210), on E85 flexfuel, with a moto-east tune. I did the install myself, and haven't had a single issue in 30k miles.

I'm likely...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-09-2018, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,343
Posted By ajcarson11
My Touring86 (mentioned by CSG above) catback...

My Touring86 (mentioned by CSG above) catback will arrive monday! I'll be running it with a Gruppe-S UEL catless header and stock OP/FP. I'll provide my feedback as soon as I get it on the car...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-26-2018, 12:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 18,106
Posted By ajcarson11
Interested as well -- Indiana is really rough...

Interested as well -- Indiana is really rough this time of year in terms of road quality. I love my Flex Z -- but i've often wondered about the hydraulic bump stop.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 02-19-2018, 12:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,183
Posted By ajcarson11
I bought Ebay Crystal Eye tail lights and they...

I bought Ebay Crystal Eye tail lights and they have had held up great. No issues at all. You can find them for $250 new at the moment, and they appear to be the exact same quality/construction as the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-07-2018, 10:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,115
Posted By ajcarson11
Correct. The spring rates aren't adjustable --...

Correct. The spring rates aren't adjustable -- the wording of my post is misleading. The damper itself is adjustable.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 02-07-2018, 10:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,115
Posted By ajcarson11
Read up a bit and form your own opinion: ...

Read up a bit and form your own opinion:

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=81829
Forum: Forced Induction 02-07-2018, 09:07 PM
Replies: 9,139
Views: 2,813,749
Posted By ajcarson11
Sounds like the common issue with the MAP sensor....

Sounds like the common issue with the MAP sensor. On the intercooled kit you have to run the stock one... or something like that otherwise you end up without much top end power on the intercooled...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-27-2018, 01:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,008
Posted By ajcarson11
I'm the sort of person who never complains, never...

I'm the sort of person who never complains, never throws a fit (but also never takes anything to the dealer anyway) -- but I would fight this. Based upon the information you've given here they will...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-08-2018, 03:07 PM
Replies: 9,139
Views: 2,813,749
Posted By ajcarson11
Hey Niko -- PM me. I have both the 69mm and 75mm...

Hey Niko -- PM me. I have both the 69mm and 75mm pulley available (and am not using either any longer). I can help you out.

The 69MM pulley on E85 won't be possible with stock injectors. You will...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-21-2017, 01:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,530
Posted By ajcarson11
I agree with above. I have had a Bayson R lip...

I agree with above. I have had a Bayson R lip ($60) for 2 years now, and i'm SO glad I have it. The lip scrapes and takes a beating that the bumper would otherwise (it's great insurance). And you'd...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-10-2017, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9,139
Views: 2,813,749
Posted By ajcarson11
The interesting part is that the butt dyno...

The interesting part is that the butt dyno reports a good bump in power in the 5k+ RPM.

Intake temps ARE higher, but not drastically so. For someone that isn't tracking that car I am very happy...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-03-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9,139
Views: 2,813,749
Posted By ajcarson11
Afternoon All! continuecrushing placed his...

Afternoon All!

continuecrushing placed his perrin intake and aluminum pipe up for sale a bit ago, and although I opted to not move forward as I originally didn't want to risk modifying my tuning,...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-28-2017, 11:21 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,256
Posted By ajcarson11
Great choice! Get ready for maintenance free...

Great choice! Get ready for maintenance free miles!

The stock air box is fine, but when/if you really want to unlock the whine, pick up the Moto east intake. It'll only give a bit of power but it...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-15-2017, 07:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,403
Posted By ajcarson11
This. I beat the hell out of my clutch (although...

This. I beat the hell out of my clutch (although no hard launches on a regular basis) and i'm even supercharged -- No issues at all. Clutches are strong... the guys who are destroying them are REALLY...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 08-01-2017, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,447
Posted By ajcarson11
Yeah, I agree with others keeping distance. One...

Yeah, I agree with others keeping distance. One reason I like the BRZ: It gets noticed, and thus people pay more attention to not running into the back of me. In some sort of interesting way, it's...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-28-2017, 07:16 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,256
Posted By ajcarson11
I'll throw some piece of mind out there -- I love...

I'll throw some piece of mind out there -- I love my Sprintex 210 (non-intercooled with 72.5mm pulley) for a variety of reasons.

1. It produces power down low, which allows me to have fun at...
Forum: User/Vendor/Sponsor Reviews, Feedback, Comments 07-01-2017, 02:49 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 32,988
Posted By ajcarson11
Exactly why I retracted my comment. And...

Exactly why I retracted my comment.

And another reason why I won't start my own home business :D
Forum: User/Vendor/Sponsor Reviews, Feedback, Comments 06-30-2017, 01:33 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 32,988
Posted By ajcarson11
Edit: Nevermind.

Edit: Nevermind.
Forum: Forced Induction 05-31-2017, 03:35 PM
Replies: 9,139
Views: 2,813,749
Posted By ajcarson11
Hey all -- Anyone have an older Innovate 210...

Hey all -- Anyone have an older Innovate 210 without a 'sight glass' that shows the level of the SC oil? Mine just has a dipstick, and I find it to be darn-near-useless. The fluid isn't dark enough...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-14-2017, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,221
Posted By ajcarson11
If its under 60f degrees I almost always have to...

If its under 60f degrees I almost always have to crank the engine twice on high mixtures of E85. If i'm running something like E70 it usually starts on first crank, but otherwise it takes minimum two...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-09-2017, 11:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,417
Posted By ajcarson11
Fair point! If I had to do it all again I wonder...

Fair point! If I had to do it all again I wonder what i'd do differently. I'd certainly save on all of the screw-ups or self-broken items. Can't regret those things though... worth the learning...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-28-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 19,096
Posted By ajcarson11
I accidentally started in third from a stop the...

I accidentally started in third from a stop the other day. The car CAN handle it every now and then.... It's just not good overall.

OP, you're unlikely to do real damage in the short term by...
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