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Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

05-05-2021, 09:57 AM

Replies: 43

Metal ball on the tranny drain plug magnet. What gives?

Views: 9,850

Posted By radon55

Well that's good. Glad it's still going! I...

Well that's good. Glad it's still going!

I did a track day last weekend and I think the shifting was fine. Maybe slightly more difficult to go 3rd to 4th, but might have just been a mental thing...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

04-30-2021, 07:04 PM

Replies: 43

Metal ball on the tranny drain plug magnet. What gives?

Views: 9,850

Posted By radon55

Did you have anything come of this random detent...

Did you have anything come of this random detent ball?

I just had this happen when changing my trans fluid today. Just one single ball on the drain plug like you.

Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

02-17-2021, 10:59 AM

Replies: 10

Professional Race Car Driver Dan Clarke Tests Various Wing Setups on an NA BRZ

Views: 2,420

Posted By radon55

Sorry if I missed it but how are the downforce...

Sorry if I missed it but how are the downforce numbers generated?

Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

07-07-2020, 08:40 AM

Replies: 13

Brake Pad Chunking from Track

Views: 2,947

Posted By radon55

Uh, what's MOT? From a quick google I keep...

Uh, what's MOT?
From a quick google I keep getting a UK braking test lol

Thanks for the feedback from everyone. I have flipped the pads for my next weekend and I'll see how they go from there!...

Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

07-03-2020, 05:26 PM

Replies: 13

Brake Pad Chunking from Track

Views: 2,947

Posted By radon55

So theoretically if I'm able to nail threshold...

So theoretically if I'm able to nail threshold braking more the crumble resistance should be improved? This is my first track season so I do need improvement for sure getting my braking correct. ...

Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

07-03-2020, 02:30 PM

Replies: 13

Brake Pad Chunking from Track

Views: 2,947

Posted By radon55

I try to do the normal in-lap where you don't...

I try to do the normal in-lap where you don't touch the brakes at all. It's been very hot the last two weekends I've done though.
Just very annoying to toss them since there's so much pad thickness...

Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

07-02-2020, 03:33 PM

Replies: 13

Brake Pad Chunking from Track

Views: 2,947

Posted By radon55

Brake Pad Chunking from Track

Hello all,

So far I've been fortunate to get to 6 track days this year. I have a 2017 non-PP BRZ with Project Mu Club Racer pads. Club Racer Advanced up front, and Club Racer in rear.
I've been...

Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting

06-03-2020, 11:25 AM

Replies: 17

Tires to replace Primacys

Views: 2,859

Posted By radon55

The SX2 is so cheap it's a great option. IMO...

The SX2 is so cheap it's a great option. IMO they're so cheap you could probably avoid having a second set of wheels and tyres, because you can just replace the tyre once it's worn. Depends how far...

Forum: Brakes, Suspension, Chassis

03-04-2020, 03:02 PM

Replies: 12

SOLD: BRZ tS Stock STI Suspension Like New

Views: 5,290

Posted By radon55

If you click details on the Subaru site it says:...

If you click details on the Subaru site it says: "STI springs are stiffer than stock springs and lower the vehicle's ride height by about 10mm".

What year tS are these off of? These are the STI...

Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions

11-19-2019, 03:05 PM

Replies: 194

Ford Mach-E

Views: 27,541

Posted By radon55

I can see why they used the Mustang nameplate....

I can see why they used the Mustang nameplate. Plenty of marketing and clout that come free with the name usage, instead of trying to make a new name and a new legacy. I'm looking forward to seeing...

Forum: Cleaning and Detailing

10-15-2019, 03:36 PM

Replies: 3

'13 FRS Indoor/Outdoor Covercraft NOAH Cover

Views: 4,391

Posted By radon55

How many winters has it been through?

How many winters has it been through?

Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)

10-09-2019, 02:46 PM

Replies: 26

Poor paint on front end

Views: 6,193

Posted By radon55

Same. I think it means we have consensus though :P

Same. I think it means we have consensus though :P

Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)

10-09-2019, 02:23 PM

Replies: 26

Poor paint on front end

Views: 6,193

Posted By radon55

When I bought mine this year the number of chips...

When I bought mine this year the number of chips in the front bumper really bothered me. Then I realized there's not much point worrying over every chip, because I'd drive myself crazy with this car....

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

08-27-2019, 08:22 AM

Replies: 19,879

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?

Views: 8,848,685

Posted By radon55

I did some track day prep last weekend. Oil...

I did some track day prep last weekend. Oil change, brake fluid flush to DOT 4, clutch fluid flush, installed camber bolts, and practiced taking the pads and rotors on/off. It's a bit too early to...

Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)

08-21-2019, 01:42 PM

Replies: 59

How often do you wash your car ?

Views: 12,248

Posted By radon55

I've been doing once every 2-3 weeks, or soon...

I've been doing once every 2-3 weeks, or soon after a weekend drive that collects a lot of bugs. Since it's not my DD and sits in a parking garage, it doesn't collect debris too often.

I don't...

Forum: AUSTRALIA

08-19-2019, 01:27 PM

Replies: 22

Stock clutch replacement, how much have you paid?

Views: 6,464

Posted By radon55

I received a quote for $2500 from a dealership in...

I received a quote for $2500 from a dealership in Louisville when I thought I might need to change my clutch. Absolute insanity haha

Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS]

08-16-2019, 09:16 AM

Replies: 54

Financial Investments

Views: 8,766

Posted By radon55

Nice job on the contractor move. 3 months...

Nice job on the contractor move.

3 months ago I opened one of the online savings accounts with a 2.1% rate. So far no issues, but it's still early days. I've started to funnel most of my money...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

08-15-2019, 11:41 AM

Replies: 55

What do you guys pay for insurance?

Views: 7,542

Posted By radon55

I agree. If you're getting screwed that badly you...

I agree. If you're getting screwed that badly you need to drive a cheap car for a bit and not crash.

Or.....get married I guess.

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

08-09-2019, 10:31 AM

Replies: 19,879

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?

Views: 8,848,685

Posted By radon55

Hey that's pretty cool. I like!

Hey that's pretty cool. I like!

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

08-06-2019, 03:46 PM

Replies: 48

Adjustable Suspension/Alignment FAQ

Views: 23,983

Posted By radon55

Thank you for the quick response. Personally,...

Thank you for the quick response.
Personally, I am hesitant to use both the 83105 and the KCA416 (81280) due to slippage/reliability concerns from using two eccentric bolts at the same time. I have...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

08-06-2019, 02:55 PM

Replies: 48

Adjustable Suspension/Alignment FAQ

Views: 23,983

Posted By radon55

It seems after some research that there is a mix...

It seems after some research that there is a mix of people using the SPC 81305 in the bottom vs. the top. After asking FT86speedfactory, they recommend using it in the top, but the SPC website seems...

Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS]

08-01-2019, 03:26 PM

Replies: 3,775

Official Formula 1 thread

Views: 500,446

Posted By radon55

Yea I agree. I feel like they're fine with a...

Yea I agree. I feel like they're fine with a solid #2 driver that doesn't cause the team internal conflict every other race. As long as he can bring it home in P2 he should be okay.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

07-31-2019, 03:05 PM

Replies: 11

Clutch squeak, even when engine is off or on

Views: 2,559

Posted By radon55

I have a '17 BRZ with 60k mi (96.5km), and have...

I have a '17 BRZ with 60k mi (96.5km), and have the same issue as you with the squeak. Once I figured it didn't have the same symptoms as the TOB failure, I stopped worrying about it. Mine has always...

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

05-31-2019, 02:19 PM

Replies: 217

DIY Clutch Replacement

Views: 221,681

Posted By radon55

Thanks for the clarification!

Thanks for the clarification!

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

05-30-2019, 10:45 AM

Replies: 217

DIY Clutch Replacement

Views: 221,681

Posted By radon55

I took a look through the thread, but couldn't...

I took a look through the thread, but couldn't find similar questions. It looks like the service manual says to not add any grease to the indicated section of the shaft. However in all the DIY's I...

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