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Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 01-15-2017, 11:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,823
Posted By Thrilled
Photo not uploading, so here is a link to a...

Photo not uploading, so here is a link to a Craigslist ad which has everything you need:

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/wto/5926709855.html
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Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 01-15-2017, 11:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,823
Posted By Thrilled
Sorry I didn't see your reply sooner. Not sure...

Sorry I didn't see your reply sooner. Not sure why I didn't get a notification.
Yes, they are available. I've been asking $400 but willing to admit that it may be a bit high. I tried loading a photo...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-29-2016, 10:32 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 164,733
Posted By Thrilled
Nice work!

Nice work!
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-29-2016, 10:30 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 187,626
Posted By Thrilled
I ran Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2s 215/45R17 for past...

I ran Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2s 215/45R17 for past two seasons. Turned the FRS into an ATV in the snow! That set is up for sale now as I've migrated to a WRX.

The thing that pushed me over to...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 11-29-2016, 10:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,823
Posted By Thrilled
FOR SALE: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 Winter Tires - Used

Turn your FRS/BRZ into a snowmobile. Best winters for this platform.

Full set with no plugs or patches. Two seasons of use and easily a few seasons left (0.2 to 0.25 inch tread remains). Fits...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 07-20-2015, 10:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,546
Posted By Thrilled
Just found this reply…. sorry for delay.

I used the factory rims. While less convenient, it's what I am willing to invest for now. When the factory tires are due for replacement, I might consider summer/winter rims. Be sure to use a shop...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-25-2015, 11:10 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 141,417
Posted By Thrilled
Road and Track July 2015 ran a half-page overview...

Road and Track July 2015 ran a half-page overview of the 2015 tS BRZ. It reads as if the author "hopes" this will get introduced in the USA, but it doesn't specifically claim that is true. Specs read...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 03-20-2015, 12:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,688
Posted By Thrilled
I bought Nokian Hakkas at STS and they did a nice...

I bought Nokian Hakkas at STS and they did a nice job of mounting on the factory rims. The shop near me was in the Malvern / Frazier area. Good managers. There are STS stores all over the region that...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 03-20-2015, 12:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,546
Posted By Thrilled
Just finished second winter in Philly area with...

Just finished second winter in Philly area with FR-S. On the stock tires, the first winter had some real white knuckle moments. So, I did way too much reading on winter tires and got Nokian Hakkas...
Forum: CANADA 12-17-2014, 11:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,980
Posted By Thrilled
In our area, SE Pennsylvania, I've found that...

In our area, SE Pennsylvania, I've found that some brands of fuel yield fewer crickets than others. They all indicate up to 10% ethanol on the pumps and rumor has it all the fuel generally comes from...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 11-30-2014, 10:06 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 68,656
Posted By Thrilled
Mine goes in tomorrow for evaluating the trans...

Mine goes in tomorrow for evaluating the trans (again) and the same squeaking issue described here. There is a TSB for this problem and a kit of parts will be installed to replace some rollers or...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-29-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 56,181
Posted By Thrilled
In the end went with Nokian Hakka R2

We had a little bit of slushy stuff the day they went on last week. They certainly feel more stable overall. Best news is that they were far less expensive at STS than the Nokia WRG3 All Seasons.
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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-29-2014, 09:04 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 24,050
Posted By Thrilled
Just installed Nokian hakkapeliitta R2. Factory rims.

We had a little bit of slushy stuff the day they went on last week. They certainly feel more stable overall. Best news is that they were far less expensive at STS than the Nokia WRG3 All Seasons.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-17-2014, 11:13 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 34,704
Posted By Thrilled
Thank you for injecting a little sanity into this...

Thank you for injecting a little sanity into this thread with some math. Very comforting.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-07-2014, 11:37 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 65,857
Posted By Thrilled
One year break-in not helping

I just finished month 13 and have 16.5k mi. As the temperatures are dropping, all of the N-1, 1-2, 3-2, 2-1 shifts are still stiff.

Call me crazy, but it's worse on cold, wet days in the 40F to...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 11-03-2014, 11:49 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 17,027
Posted By Thrilled
I've been dealing with the N-1, 1-2, 2-1, 3-2...

I've been dealing with the N-1, 1-2, 2-1, 3-2 shifting combination problems for nearly one year. After engine break-in, it began getting worse and almost un-driveable in the very cold winter last...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-03-2014, 11:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,564
Posted By Thrilled
My dad and I would take long rides into the...

My dad and I would take long rides into the mountains for ATV trips and we had ALL of the various NPR stations programmed into the radio so we could channel surf to keep up with the show while...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-17-2014, 12:55 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 15,297
Posted By Thrilled
I've tried the Bionic Gloves. It's important to...

I've tried the Bionic Gloves. It's important to measure for the correct size. Pricey. Had to return a pair I got as a gift for someone b/c they were stitched too tight on index fingers.

Other...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-17-2014, 12:27 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 56,181
Posted By Thrilled
Narrowing down to Nokian and Pirelli - in that order

The Consumer Reports reviews are usually spot on and it looks like the did it in the correct range of conditions. The top of their list for the twins excludes the popular Michelin Alpin since that...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-04-2014, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,469
Posted By Thrilled
Thanks for putting up dyne results. There's a lot...

Thanks for putting up dyne results. There's a lot of guessing on these threads and what matters is measurable results. Thanks.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-14-2014, 11:49 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 138,185
Posted By Thrilled
That sounds like fun to do an A/B comparison...

That sounds like fun to do an A/B comparison since both cars are otherwise stock. I'm around all Summer and can probably organize this on most weekends (unless we take a family trip). Usually, I will...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 06-26-2014, 12:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,704
Posted By Thrilled
I had two Subarus from that dealership and...

I had two Subarus from that dealership and generally found the Service Dept. was straight forward and patient with all my questions. Dave Stanton in Sales was great to do business with, but his Sales...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 05-29-2014, 01:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,284
Posted By Thrilled
Ardmore Toyota - unprofessional, incompetent

Thanks for the heads up. Ardmore was a great sales experience, but clueless for Service. They don't seem to know how to return a phone call. My FR-S was in for the standard service.

I had two...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 05-07-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 1,816
Views: 355,898
Posted By Thrilled
KOP Meets? Laika?

I see we have three FRS in the KOP area north of Rt202. You have some meet ups for the area?

"Laika" is an interesting handle. I have a Laika - from Russia.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-11-2014, 12:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,050
Posted By Thrilled
Norton850: Good points and something that might...

Norton850: Good points and something that might help my case with the dealer.

The cost might also be why I just can't seem to get anyone at the dealership to pursue this at all.

I had a nasty...
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 04-06-2014, 09:40 PM
Replies: 389
Views: 129,431
Posted By Thrilled
Thrilled FR-S Base 6MT Whiteout (37J) ...

Thrilled
FR-S
Base
6MT
Whiteout (37J)
John
PA
No Pics
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 04-06-2014, 01:14 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 138,185
Posted By Thrilled
In your acoustic measurements, were they simple...

In your acoustic measurements, were they simple SPL or did you do any frequency response measurements to see what tonal ranges were improved?

Even if your app wasn't calibrated for absolute SPL,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-06-2014, 12:41 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 65,857
Posted By Thrilled
Thanks for your input!. I took a spin tonight...

Thanks for your input!. I took a spin tonight after the car sat all day. Daytime temp was 60F, dropped to about 40F when I went out. No shifting issues at all. I think it's happening only in the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-06-2014, 12:24 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,050
Posted By Thrilled
Skipping from first to third works OK under low...

Skipping from first to third works OK under low speed conditions, but I've had trouble with first as much as second. Double clutching helps, but I've found that it also helps to blip the throttle a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-05-2014, 09:24 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 65,857
Posted By Thrilled
I appreciate your seasoned input along with the...

I appreciate your seasoned input along with the "egg shell" technique you explained earlier. I have been focusing on learning anything that will improve my technique for the sake of efficiency and...
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