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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
I've since tried one, no real change in my...

I've since tried one, no real change in my opinion of the rear wheel steering under compression, but much more controllable with power. The notchy gear box is a treat.

I would have one as well,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
I was reading an issue of Evo quoted above when I...

I was reading an issue of Evo quoted above when I saw a comment mirroring my own, causing it not to be in the running for top 6 of car of the year.

I'm of the opinion that old threads don't die,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 11:40 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Let me combine two of my sentences to hopefully...

Let me combine two of my sentences to hopefully make it more clear.

Posting your opinion about what my opinion is, is a waste of time and usually trolling. Posting your opinion on the subject at...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 11:08 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Agreed, but the other "softer" features of he AP2...

Agreed, but the other "softer" features of he AP2 kill the experience for me. I need to try CR spec. Sorry for thread jack.

Turn In Concepts has one for the 08+ Impreza rear, which I'm not sure...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
I've never been a hater for this car, and I don't...

I've never been a hater for this car, and I don't think the car is broken. I've been the only one in the local Subaru community that has constantly been attempting to get other members interested in...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-09-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
- Evo Magazine, Car of the Year 2012 Over...

- Evo Magazine, Car of the Year 2012

Over the last year, I've driven several more examples and talked with many owners in our local community, all report similar results.I found Richard's choice...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-02-2012, 08:23 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Wow, I didn't know this forum turned into such...

Wow, I didn't know this forum turned into such haters. Pretty much all of your childish callouts are false, such as the trans was in sport.

I'll just leave now.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-01-2012, 10:53 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,486
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Red face My review of the FRS (RW Steer discussion)

TL;DR Underpowered with good handling but artificially enhanced.

Started my trip off right talking with the sales guy, turns out he is a collector to, 7 under his belt. I didn't give much hint...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 05-29-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
I was referring to how torsen is full lock or not...

I was referring to how torsen is full lock or not locked, none of this gradual stuff that you get with clutch type. For playing around in my car, I don't see a need to have a "threshold" of slip...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 05-06-2012, 10:18 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Limited slip is for sissies and track cars....

Limited slip is for sissies and track cars. Locking diffs (torsen) are for real men and sports cars. Overstear for life.

Yes it takes time to learn, but its worth it, trust me.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-27-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
I have spent much time ensuring I can reliably...

I have spent much time ensuring I can reliably and predictably powerslide my AP1 on request. Takes keeping it near the redline as much as possible, tossing the weight around a tad, and almost bald...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-03-2012, 11:01 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
From what I can tell, people who like feeling in...

From what I can tell, people who like feeling in the wheel use the vibrations to help tell them what the status of grip is at the front tires, including the road surface. Kind of like how some...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-02-2012, 03:02 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Honda dealer tried to pull that line on me. "You...

Honda dealer tried to pull that line on me. "You have EPS which isn't the same as rack and pinion..." I won't be visiting that place again.

I need to meet one of you power-steering haters in...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-02-2012, 01:10 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Completely stock. I don't understand Subaru and...

Completely stock. I don't understand Subaru and their wheel gap issues. If the BRZ needs a roll center kit after dropping it to correct height, will be major :rollseyes:
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-02-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
I hate USDM STI seats. JDM v7 STI seats are some...

I hate USDM STI seats. JDM v7 STI seats are some of the best in the world (for skinny guys), I've sat in a lot of aftermarket and have 2 sets. Better seats completely transforms the S2000...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 04-02-2012, 10:00 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
The BRZ is in town, here are my posts about it. ...

The BRZ is in town, here are my posts about it.



http://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-k1RTjvcEaTg/T3dgYoZnboI/AAAAAAAATdA/-FnZpXHmPZQ/s800/DSC_5842.JPG
...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 03-23-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
The S2K had 13:1 ratio originally until Americans...

The S2K had 13:1 ratio originally until Americans complained about it.

What people don't understand about electric steering is that one of the reasons that it is there...is that it does nothing. ...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 02-14-2012, 12:13 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
The S is about having one of the best...

The S is about having one of the best convertibles on the market. The FRS may be one of the best hard tops on the market. Use that as your factor and the answer is simple.

For me, nothing will...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-09-2011, 08:45 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Have you sat in one with the backyard brackets?...

Have you sat in one with the backyard brackets? Its actually about an inch or more lowering. The back of the seat is still held higher with the seat pan almost grazing the floor, so there is a small...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-08-2011, 03:46 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
You should have ordered brackets as soon as you...

You should have ordered brackets as soon as you sat in the car. Ordered mine and they were hand made and shipped to me from Japan in a couple months. Couple years later, I've got even better...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-08-2011, 09:38 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Yeah, that meet my reliability and affordability...

Yeah, that meet my reliability and affordability requirements. Year round any weather fun.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-07-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
colatkitty...

colatkitty (http://www.ft86club.com/forums/member.php?u=6910), you could pass your S2K off to me, I promise to take care of it :D

I know what you mean by looking for something new, I'm looking for...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-06-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Off topic, but I'll have an Ariel Atom some day...

Off topic, but I'll have an Ariel Atom some day with a tow hitch on the nose cone, hitched too my Subaru.
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-06-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
You cannot fit more than one tire in the trunk. ...

You cannot fit more than one tire in the trunk. Here's how I fit 4 tires:

http://i485.photobucket.com/albums/rr212/AaronCompNetSys/jpg-4.jpg

When going to the track I just mount my drift tires...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-01-2011, 01:19 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 181,216
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Better than an S2000? I'm starting to think it...

Better than an S2000? I'm starting to think it won't be. Think RX8 with a better motor. Considering that my S2K is modded to fit my body size and driving style, I doubt I would every choose the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-30-2011, 02:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,945
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Ah, so the photos and diagram just don't go...

Ah, so the photos and diagram just don't go together. The engine shots are from the RWD Legacy, and the diagram is from the AWD one.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Legacy#Super_GT
...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 11-30-2011, 01:40 PM
Replies: 559
Views: 256,370
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
This thread needs updates.

This thread needs updates.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-30-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,945
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
Something may be amiss here.... I'm thinking...

Something may be amiss here.... I'm thinking this is the BRZ GT300 engine bay! This would confirm that it is RWD only, with the motor psuhed back significantly more than the street car.



I...
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 11-30-2011, 10:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 37,072
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
It looks like its all they way back to me. I'm 6...

It looks like its all they way back to me. I'm 6 foot and I like my seat closer than most shorter people for performance driving, so there would be enough room for a kid back there.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-30-2011, 10:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,945
Posted By AaronCompNetSys
My how those race car engine pictures are sexy. ...

My how those race car engine pictures are sexy. I think the BRZ GT300 will get this.

Pardon my trouble, but I'm not finding the front diff and drive shafts in that photo?
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