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Forum: CANADA 04-30-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 55,605
Posted By Klinn
That was probably the final thing that pushed me...

That was probably the final thing that pushed me towards an FR-S. I was interested in the upgraded interior bits in the BRZ Sport Tech, but no red available? No sale.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-30-2012, 01:44 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 15,705
Posted By Klinn
Since I intend to autocross the car and I don't...

Since I intend to autocross the car and I don't want to bother with a dedicated set of wheels just for that, I'll be changing the stock tires very early for something much stickier. It helps that I...
Forum: CANADA 04-30-2012, 01:28 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 48,950
Posted By Klinn
It's interesting that when you look at these...

It's interesting that when you look at these shots, as compared to the usual PR ones we've all seen, the wheel-to-fender gap doesn't look so huge. Maybe it's just the lighting, maybe it's seeing it...
Forum: CANADA 04-28-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,546
Posted By Klinn
Those are some serious flares for an MR2! :D...

Those are some serious flares for an MR2! :D :w00t:
Forum: CANADA 04-28-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,546
Posted By Klinn
Quite true, but license plates have bolt holes...

Quite true, but license plates have bolt holes along the bottom too. So if the attachment bar was lined up with the bottom edge of the plate to clamp it to the mesh, maybe that would work. Not as...
Forum: CANADA 04-28-2012, 10:07 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,546
Posted By Klinn
Yeah, I definitely prefer the arrangement shown...

Yeah, I definitely prefer the arrangement shown in Scion FR-S's post.

If anyone gets a chance to carefully examine the front bumper area, look under the blacked-out portion to see if there are any...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-27-2012, 01:33 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 39,827
Posted By Klinn
So to get back the original title of this thread,...

So to get back the original title of this thread, is a 225/45-17 the widest recommended tire for a 7" rim?

I understand that actual width varies somewhat from one brand to another, just looking...
Forum: CANADA 04-27-2012, 12:01 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 55,605
Posted By Klinn
The red details should be OK with blue, since...

The red details should be OK with blue, since it's a nice contrasting colour. In the BMW world, blue cars with red leather upholstery are referred to as the "Superman" colour combo. :D

The only...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-26-2012, 01:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,289
Posted By Klinn
I think it'll sell better than that. For...

I think it'll sell better than that.

For comparision, between 1999 and 2006 Mazda sold 20,123 Miatas annually with peaks of 51,658 (introduction of 1st model) and 36,450 (intro of 2nd gen)....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-26-2012, 01:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,421
Posted By Klinn
Autoweek Review of FR-S

Didn't see this posted yet, another review from the Las Vegas event, includes a video segment by Mark Vaughn of Autoweek magazine.


...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 04-26-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 30,671
Posted By Klinn
The black one, #207. My MCO forum name is the...

The black one, #207. My MCO forum name is the same as here.

I'm still wondering what to do for tires. Since I don't want to bother with a dedicated set of autocross wheels, I'm tempted to go for...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 04-26-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 30,671
Posted By Klinn
Heh, I thought I recognized Lot 9 in your sig!...

Heh, I thought I recognized Lot 9 in your sig! Assuming I go ahead and get an FR-S, I'll be joining you there. Have to leave the Vette at home for at least a few events to try out the new car. ;)
Forum: CANADA 04-26-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,942
Posted By Klinn
Thanks for writing up your impressions; sounds...

Thanks for writing up your impressions; sounds great!


From what I've heard, TPMS are becoming mandatory in the States so more and more people are going to run into this situation. Manufacturers...
Forum: CANADA 04-20-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,228
Posted By Klinn
I've always had manuals. Couldn't stand the idea...

I've always had manuals. Couldn't stand the idea of a "slush box".

I can't wait to get a DSG-equipped car.

Assuming it works as smoothly as a manual, including at low speeds where some of...
Forum: CANADA 04-20-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,261
Posted By Klinn
For a forum with folks that live & breathe...

For a forum with folks that live & breathe detailing, check out http://www.autopia.org/forum/forum.php Lots of good tips.

I've used the Mother's clay bar kit. Comes with two bars. Good thing,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-20-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 236,880
Posted By Klinn
Heh, I'm kind of going the opposite way....

Heh, I'm kind of going the opposite way. Currently driving a 2002 330Ci (with M-Tech II package, sorta similar to the ZHP Performance Package that appeared in the States in 2003) and I'm expecting to...
Forum: CANADA 04-18-2012, 10:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 22,627
Posted By Klinn
Those Enkei's look very nice. I will probably go...

Those Enkei's look very nice. I will probably go with the Kumho XS for summer.

I'm using them on my current summer toy and have been quite happy with how they performed in their second year. When...
Forum: CANADA 04-18-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 22,627
Posted By Klinn
If you've got the room, store the original tires...

If you've got the room, store the original tires until you eventually sell the car. In a cool dark basement, away from sources of ozone (furnace electric motor), they'll last many years without...
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