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trxn 10-03-2021 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by pgranberg11 (Post 3467620)
huge fan of the lip. Do know if it sticks out more from the grille area compared to the bumper by itself without the lip?

(measurements from the grill to the tip of the olm lip would be interesting for me to know - this is for time attack class reasons) - was planning on swapping my brz bumper to your setup.

awesome build!


Thanks! It does stick out a significantly more. From the center it is 4.5” from the grill to edge. It has also as the fang like edges so measuring there it sticks out 6.5”

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pgranberg11 10-04-2021 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by trxn (Post 3470692)
Thanks! It does stick out a significantly more. From the center it is 4.5” from the grill to edge. It has also as the fang like edges so measuring there it sticks out 6.5”

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oh wow, you didn't need to upload any photos. thanks for going the extra mile! I appreciate this. seems like it's definitely more aggressive than the BRZ bumper with the STi lip.

trxn 10-04-2021 11:59 PM

Lexen 15% Tints 07.01.2021
 
Removed the 60% tints on the side windows and put on 15% Lexen Precut Ceramic Tint from eBay. First time on the 86, the passenger side cutout was not right so contacted Lexen and they sent a new one which fitted much better. Only compliant is the cutout does not curve exactly like the top of window so I couldn't get the tint edge any closer to the top edge of the window. The gap is much bigger than the professionally installed one I had but there are no light gaps from inside with the Lexen so I'm okay with it. I'm too scared of messing up the rear window with the precut so I left my old tint. Maybe one day.

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trxn 10-05-2021 12:21 AM

VIN Number Edit 07.18.2021
 
Borrowed my friend's Tactrix cable to edit the VIN number on my manual ECU. Turns out I can't pass emissions without the ECU VIN matching the VIN on the registration duh. So with the help of from a free Techstream download and the cable into the OBDII port I was able to edit the VIN.

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trxn 10-16-2021 10:40 PM

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trxn 10-16-2021 10:50 PM

Perrin Catback Exhaust 08.19.2021
 
Installed Perrin 2.5" Resonated Catback. I've been eyeing this catback since the beginning and finally got around to buying it. Got it for a steal of a price too. It looked really dirty but was about to clean it up nicely. The sound is amazing and I couldn't ask for anything I would change about it. At first, it was quite louder than the stock catback anywhere in the rev range but driving it more I got used to it.

Currently paired with:
HKS Dual Resonated Front Pipe
Perrin Overpipe
OpenFlash UEL Header V1

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trxn 10-17-2021 02:11 PM

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trxn 10-28-2021 05:45 PM

GCS 4th Brake Light/Reverse Light 08.20.2021
 
Installed GCS 4th Brake Light in the smoked colorway. I also purchased a taillight T adapter harness separately off of a guy on Facebook group. It saved me from having to tap into the OEM wires. Overall easy install with some addition of solder on the ends of the 4th brake light wires to be able to crimp them securely to the plugs. I wish the reverse lights were brighter though.

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trxn 10-31-2021 06:36 PM

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jflogerzi 10-31-2021 06:37 PM

Quite th collection

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trxn 10-31-2021 06:40 PM

Quote:

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Quite th collection

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haha my friends got cooler cars than me

trxn 10-31-2021 06:43 PM

Photos 08.22.2021
 
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trxn 10-31-2021 07:09 PM

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trxn 10-31-2021 07:10 PM

Clear Zenki Taillights - 09.07.2021
 
Got a set of OEM zenki taillights with the intention to clearing them out. Cut them open and spray painted the red parts silver. Used epoxy to glue some parts back together. Used 3D printer PLA filament and soldering iron to bond the lens and backing together. Noticed after a day of driving in the rain, the left side had some condensation but the right side was dry. Going to go back and check the left side for holes again.

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trxn 10-31-2021 07:19 PM

Motoshield Pro Nano Ceramic Front Window Tint 09.19.2021
 
Installed Motoshield Pro Nano Ceramic front window tint 70%. Used reverse rolling technique for the first time to transfer the tint from the outside to the inside of the windshield. My work wasn't perfect but I am satisfied with the results for only $55 to get the precut tint.

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trxn 11-23-2021 08:45 PM

Volks Racing ZE40 09.25.2021
 
Caught a sale and got some new ZE40s! Honestly a dream wheel of mine alongside the basic but GOATED TE37. Didn't have a choice with the gold color though, gonna be real flashy. Had to pair it with some Project Kics R26 lug nuts and iconic orange hub centric rings. Need to get some 1/2" plugs to cover up the exposed studs so it doesn't start rusting.

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trxn 11-23-2021 08:53 PM

Cracked Front Pipe 10.03.2021
 
Absolutely cracked my HKS front pipe on some a cap on the ground and uneven road at the gas station. Very sad since the front pipe is discontinued now. I opted to fix with some steel reinforced JB Weld. Seems to have fixed the leak. But later on got check engine light...found one of my head to over pipe bolt missing. After putting a new bolt still having the light pop up...not sure what to do.

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trxn 11-23-2021 08:54 PM

Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 10.05.2021
 
Tires came in from TireRack! Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 255/35R18

I wanted some cheaper summer tires instead of going with the PS4S. I was also looking for a more squared off sidewall look and the PS4S just looks really round. 255 because I'm wanted to play it safe with not rubbing and not putting a lot of camber to make them fit since I'm really just driving on the streets for now.

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trxn 11-23-2021 09:01 PM

Andrew Yates Automotive 10.15.2021
 
Went to Subaru to pick up some parts for my friend's STI. Also went to Andrew Yates Automotive to pick up his car after a fresh motor rebuild with an IAG Stage 2 block.

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trxn 11-23-2021 09:10 PM

Clutch Pedal Stopper 10.19.2021
 
Old clutch pedal stopper got destroyed. I was supposed to change it when I did the manual swap but I forgot to. It was kinda hard to get the rubber back in, had to wet it with some water and pull on it from the other side with pliers.

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trxn 11-23-2021 09:23 PM

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trxn 11-23-2021 09:43 PM

Video 10.21.2021
 
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trxn 11-23-2021 09:59 PM

Photos 10.28.2021
 
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trxn 11-23-2021 10:23 PM

Volks Racing ZE40 11.07.2021
 
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trxn 11-23-2021 10:26 PM

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trxn 11-23-2021 10:49 PM

Volks Racing ZE40 11.14.2021
 
Got the tires finally mounted up at NTB Germantown. Would not go there again if you want your wheels to be scratch free. They chipped away the paint at the center of the wheel which is probably due to putting it on and off the tire balance. They also scratched the inner barrel at at a few spots. Also got new preprogramed Huf TPMS sensors off TPMS.com. The front fitment is as flush as it gets but the rear could use less camber.

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trxn 11-23-2021 11:07 PM

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trxn 11-23-2021 11:09 PM

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trxn 11-23-2021 11:16 PM

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trxn 11-23-2021 11:21 PM

Relearning new TPMS ID 11.17.2021
 
Used a LAUNCH CRT5011E connected to the OBDII to get the ECU to learn the new TMPS ID's.

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trxn 11-23-2021 11:22 PM

Various OEM Parts 11.19.2021
 
Replaced/Installed various OEM parts. Turns out I was missing a bolt that holds the brake/clutch pedal assembly and it would flex without the bolt so got a replacement bolt. The mud flap thing ripped a long time ago, tried to fix it but didn't work so go new one. New center console mat, misplaced it when doing the manual swap. Finally, new truck mat that says Subaru.

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trxn 11-24-2021 12:56 PM

Diode Dynamics Tail as Turn 11.19.2021
 
Installed the Diode Dynamics Tail as Turn module which turns the brake lights also into the turn signal with a straight forward plug and play. This way I can remove the ugly yellow halogen bulb and replace it with a white LED. This kit can also turn the turn signal bulb into the reverse light but I decided not to since its cleaner with just the bottom reverse LEDs. Also didn't want to tap into the wires. I love the new turn signal look wish I installed it sooner, didn't know it was that easy to install.

S/O to Pranav for this gift

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villainous_frx 01-03-2022 04:42 PM

The wheels look great!

jflogerzi 01-03-2022 06:56 PM

Thats to nice for track use :)

trxn 01-05-2022 12:15 AM

Someone Tried Stealing My Wheels? 11.30.2021
 
Sadly, one night, I noticed my fender has been messed up from what seems like someone trying to jack up my car (probably to get to my wheels). They completely missed my pinch weld and jacked directly on the fender. I'm not sure where it happened as I was parked at multiple places at my university campus. Luckily but unluckily, either the fender getting crushed or my lock nuts deterred them away. But, I was left with a mess.

Options:
Get a new fender and bring the car to a body shop to respray it and hopefully blend the white paint.

Get the TRD style side skirts to cover up the damage. But would need to get this sprayed white as well as I don't like the all black plastic look. Thinking of using 3 stage AutomotiveTouchup spray paint (Crystal White Pearl K1X) since I don't mind the finish not being perfect. Authentic painted TRD side skirts are kinda expensive...

Will figure this out come the spring time.

Also, can see some caps I put on the R26 lug nuts to hopefully prevent water and salt from entering and rusting the studs/lugs. They are 1/2" black plastic hole plugs off Amazon. One problem though is they don't fit completely in on the lock nuts...

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jflogerzi 01-05-2022 11:21 AM

wow that sucks :(

trxn 02-19-2022 08:46 PM

NGHTRUNNER V4 Tilt License Plate Adapter 01.08.2022
 
Installed NGHTRNNR V4 Tilt License Plate Adapter. Adds some spice to the front.



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trxn 02-19-2022 08:56 PM

Interstate Batteries Group 35 01.03.2022
 
After 39k miles, got a new battery. The stock one had been dying on me from time to time after the manual swap. Probably from stalling too much and when I didn't connect the alternator properly after the manual swap hahaha. I like the look of the stock battery the best though.

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trxn 02-19-2022 11:03 PM

Michelin CrossClimate 2 01.09.2022
 
Got Michelin CrossClimate 2 215/45R17 mounted on my stock wheels. These are all weather tires since I'll be daily driving it for my 1 hour commute to work. Didn't get winter tires since I'm thinking Maryland weather isn't consistently cold and doesn't snow enough. These kinda have a unique sound on the highway like you can hear the rumble of the aggressive treads. But I got used to it. Ordered and mounted at Costco. I put the stock wheels back on for them but they said it was too low for them so I had to go there myself and remove the wheels.



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