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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 07-23-2016, 08:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,758
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Has any of this been tried using the handbrake...

Has any of this been tried using the handbrake alone or in combination with the brakes?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-17-2016, 10:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,205
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Stealth?, yes but still detectable. Clueless...

Stealth?, yes but still detectable. Clueless dealers?, pretty much, but you don't have to crack the diff open to check. The change in vehicle speed compared to RPMs tells the story with the only...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-07-2015, 08:36 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 37,662
Posted By Ocala FR-S
....and a second small exception that it won't...

....and a second small exception that it won't upshift unless a minimum speed is reached for the next gear so you don't lug the engine.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-01-2014, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,355
Posted By Ocala FR-S
It's too bad though because one of the best ways...

It's too bad though because one of the best ways to drive the auto is to let it do the upshifts but override downshifts with the paddles. I wish that listening worked for me to reliably know if I'm...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-31-2014, 11:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,244
Posted By Ocala FR-S
I don't know if your stickers are more stubborn...

I don't know if your stickers are more stubborn than dealer stickers on the rear of the car. I used spray wax wax and paper towels, the kind of wax spray you would use between regular waxing. It...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-31-2014, 11:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,355
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Yes, but only after you hit a paddle unless your...

Yes, but only after you hit a paddle unless your in manual mode. I wish it always displayed the gear.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-31-2014, 10:48 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 25,684
Posted By Ocala FR-S
My previous car was a white, 2008 335i sport...

My previous car was a white, 2008 335i sport coupe and it got way more attention and respect. I'm married but I'm sure it would have done other stuff too. I got rid of it before I had to yet again...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-31-2014, 10:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,938
Posted By Ocala FR-S
I autocross mine frequently. Just remove you foot...

I autocross mine frequently. Just remove you foot from the brake and stomp on the gas. No wheel spin and no bogging. You won't get much out of trying to get past the 2K RPM rev limiter with brake...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-31-2014, 10:08 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 44,207
Posted By Ocala FR-S
The torque is low because the engine is small to...

The torque is low because the engine is small to keep the car at a light weight. The effect is that the car does not accelerate quickly.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-31-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 240,550
Posted By Ocala FR-S
No, but you should.

No, but you should.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-19-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 29,045
Posted By Ocala FR-S
I figured it was obvious that this is an FR-S...

I figured it was obvious that this is an FR-S forum. What's up with the 20 year old beater?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-14-2014, 03:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,483
Posted By Ocala FR-S
we need to get to the bottom of this very...

we need to get to the bottom of this very perplexing problem.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-07-2014, 08:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,483
Posted By Ocala FR-S
So, are we still stuck in Manual Drive?

So, are we still stuck in Manual Drive?
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-05-2014, 10:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,265
Posted By Ocala FR-S
The FR-S in full auto mode will downshift before...

The FR-S in full auto mode will downshift before it lugs no matter how little throttle. You can however lug it by not downshifting while in manual mode.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-15-2014, 10:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,222
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Good call. Mine is all scraped up between parking...

Good call. Mine is all scraped up between parking blocks and driveways. I can't want to be careful enough to avoid everything, but I do want $300.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-15-2014, 10:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,483
Posted By Ocala FR-S
These are my best theories for what you are...

These are my best theories for what you are experiencing.


Unless your car was defective from day one, the paddles do work in regular drive D. If you were easy on the gas and tried to shift to a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-15-2014, 10:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,453
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Yes, and it's an FR-S.

Yes, and it's an FR-S.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-24-2014, 07:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 13,276
Posted By Ocala FR-S
For autocrossing I use option 4 full off. I don't...

For autocrossing I use option 4 full off. I don't do the pedal dance. Haven't tried it but most reports from autocrossers is that it messes with the brakes.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-24-2014, 07:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,922
Posted By Ocala FR-S
The STI is a great choice. Definitely on my short...

The STI is a great choice. Definitely on my short list. Almost bought one instead of the used 335i Sport Coupe I had. May get one someday. However, I do like light weight, low center of gravity and...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-22-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,716
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Yes, tires.

Yes, tires.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-17-2014, 09:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,453
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Off topic: HELLO NEIGHBOR! On topic: I...

Off topic: HELLO NEIGHBOR!


On topic: I have the weathertech trunk liner and can totally recommend it. The weathertech floor mats are the full liner variety that could hold a bucket of slush....
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 02-17-2014, 09:28 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 19,427
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Honestly, I can't be sure. I did not consider a...

Honestly, I can't be sure. I did not consider a Camaro. I just thought if someone did, that's what they really want, and they would be happy with their choice.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 02-17-2014, 09:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 19,427
Posted By Ocala FR-S
In any situation where a person would consider...

In any situation where a person would consider between these two cars, the Camaro would have to be the choice.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 04:42 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 15,932
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Consumer debt is a way to get something nicer...

Consumer debt is a way to get something nicer and/or sooner than you could otherwise afford. For that privilege, you pay more. By paying more you end up with less money. It's foolish to believe that...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 12:24 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 15,932
Posted By Ocala FR-S
For those distracted by the irrelevant, you...

For those distracted by the irrelevant, you should realize that the fact that the car depreciates or loses value is not a factor that enters into the cash or finance decision. The loss from...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-10-2014, 09:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 16,728
Posted By Ocala FR-S
I have found no difference in results between...

I have found no difference in results between paddle or floor. Same thing, different lever. I usually use the paddles, but if I'm in slow tight maneuver it's easier to find the floor shifter on...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-10-2014, 09:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 16,728
Posted By Ocala FR-S
I'll have to try it as well. At first I was...

I'll have to try it as well. At first I was thinking no because it will hit every gear for a second when you multiple upshift. But downshifts are very quick and I do believe it skips for double or...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-08-2014, 05:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,274
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Here's some advice. If your wife/girlfriend...

Here's some advice. If your wife/girlfriend drives it, don't tell her it makes her back end look fat. :)
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-08-2014, 12:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,029
Posted By Ocala FR-S
Smile I hear the same thing. I thought was pedestrians...

I hear the same thing. I thought was pedestrians groaning after seeing me induce extreme understeer.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-08-2014, 12:25 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 48,025
Posted By Ocala FR-S
That does not seem healthy my friend. Was the...

That does not seem healthy my friend. Was the personnel shortage due to the mysterious deaths of employees?
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