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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-30-2023, 12:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,587
Posted By Opie
YouTube Broadcast: ...

YouTube Broadcast:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59LRqK9T_-0
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-29-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,587
Posted By Opie
GR86 Cup Inaugural Race at Sonoma this weekend!

Everyone ready for some great racing from Sonoma this weekend?

The SRO GR86 Cup Series opens with it's first 2 races at Sonoma Raceway, this weeked March 31st - April 2nd.

Myself, and the rest...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-29-2023, 12:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,359
Posted By Opie
This I like.....wish 9Lives would've mentioned...

This I like.....wish 9Lives would've mentioned this as an option....
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) — General Topics 03-28-2023, 10:34 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 15,509
Posted By Opie
A Solterra-like varient will be the next Subaru...

A Solterra-like varient will be the next Subaru to recieve the STI badge.....
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-28-2023, 10:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,359
Posted By Opie
1a: For the mounting the stands to the trunk (4...

1a: For the mounting the stands to the trunk (4 top holes): Button head allens, 304 Stainless Steel M6x1mm thread, 22mm long, with 304 Stainless steel flat washers (topside) & 304 Stainless 25MM OD...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-23-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 120,060
Posted By Opie
Remounted the Wang tonight with new uprights that...

Remounted the Wang tonight with new uprights that include a bottle opener...very important for after track activities and new improved basic end plates (less likely to cut you...lol). Added 4 trunk...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-23-2023, 10:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,359
Posted By Opie
So since the old trunk and Wang mounts were...

So since the old trunk and Wang mounts were damaged in December due to my wall brush, I mounted the new Wang mounts tonight, with some of your suggested improvements to reduce trunk deflection under...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 03-23-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 19,955
Posted By Opie
If you have to make a spreadsheet to justify...

If you have to make a spreadsheet to justify mods...you probably shouldn't be modding....

If you go into debt to build your "auto dream" you are an idiot.

My cars/mods are rewards for my hard...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-18-2023, 04:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,126
Posted By Opie
Not true, the new GR86/BRZ DOES NOT use the same...

Not true, the new GR86/BRZ DOES NOT use the same wheel attachment system, or bolts, as the new bZ4X/Solterra.

This is a non-issue, the Solterra (and bZ4X) do not use studs with lug nuts, they use...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-13-2023, 03:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,359
Posted By Opie
Think I'm going to implement two things to...

Think I'm going to implement two things to address this, a stand-off like redlined600 mentioned at the rear of the trunk...and a stop to the trunk hinge like ROADRACER mentioned. I didn't understand...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 03-13-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,162
Posted By Opie
The correct orientation of the top hats will...

The correct orientation of the top hats will ensure the bottom mount lines up propery with the lower control arm, forcing, or twisting it to fit is not advisable and will likely result in binding and...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-09-2023, 09:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,359
Posted By Opie
Nine Lives Racing Wang mounting discussion

I know many 86 owners that track, TT, race, etc are using the Nine Lives Racing Wang on their cars as have I.

I have noticed, that the trunk lid actually flexes due to the design of the trunk...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-09-2023, 09:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,947
Posted By Opie
It all depends on the ambient temp and A/C...

It all depends on the ambient temp and A/C settings, can be every few minutes, or every 30-50 seconds.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-08-2023, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,947
Posted By Opie
Every 86 I have does this depending on ambient...

Every 86 I have does this depending on ambient temperature and setting of the A/C....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-07-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,947
Posted By Opie
This, it sounds perfectly normal to me.

This, it sounds perfectly normal to me.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-02-2023, 02:23 PM
Replies: 355
Views: 120,060
Posted By Opie
Picked the car up from getting the Sebring dings...

Picked the car up from getting the Sebring dings I got in December fixed...looks great!

Thank goodness they armor all'd the slicks.....:mad0259:
Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-02-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 111,172
Posted By Opie
It's a rabbit hole.....LOL

It's a rabbit hole.....LOL
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 03-01-2023, 05:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 17,119
Posted By Opie
So fix the problem not add more vents, or change...

So fix the problem not add more vents, or change a hood. Replace the engine harness & coil packs with the updated harness and coilpacks.

For the 2014 the updated engine harness part number (from...
Forum: Software Tuning 02-15-2023, 12:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,476
Posted By Opie
Yes...he has. Would recommend Stew Jones at...

Yes...he has.

Would recommend Stew Jones at https://roguearttuning.com/

Or Zach at https://www.counterspacegarage.com/products/engine/ecu-programming-car-tuning
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-01-2023, 04:04 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 25,598
Posted By Opie
When the prices become more reasonable....2nd...

When the prices become more reasonable....2nd gens are still going for 10k+ at the insurance auctions...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-01-2023, 12:31 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 25,598
Posted By Opie
Car looked pretty good at Sebring last...

Car looked pretty good at Sebring last weekend....even though it's slow....:lol:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-24-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,499
Posted By Opie
I'd check the spring on that side like previously...

I'd check the spring on that side like previously mentioned, also check that the 8 bolts holding the aluminum skid tray under the engine are all tight.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-22-2023, 12:44 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 111,172
Posted By Opie
Insurance is easy to find, just don't expect the...

Insurance is easy to find, just don't expect the same payout as a clean title car if you total it again.



2022-23 86's are still fairly "rare" to find, and pricey at auction...but 2022...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-21-2023, 03:41 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 111,172
Posted By Opie
Add to this the current parts delays...go do a...

Add to this the current parts delays...go do a search at one of the insurance auctions for 2022 & 2023 vehicles. There are thousands "totalled" because factories are using every part to build...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 01-18-2023, 12:09 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 137,350
Posted By Opie
Interesting since Subaru of America has issued no...

Interesting since Subaru of America has issued no such TSB...

Since this affects so many cars, and is a potential safety issue; binding steering, locked steering, etc. everyone that has...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-18-2023, 10:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,403
Posted By Opie
I would first check every suspension component on...

I would first check every suspension component on the FR, especially the control arm & bushings, knuckle, strut, tire rod end and sway bar end link, but since you've had it to a couple of places to...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-17-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,988
Posted By Opie
Easy, there is a bracket on the fender that bolts...

Easy, there is a bracket on the fender that bolts to the body behind the door. See circle in pic, it's a 10mm bolt accessable in the door jam with the door open. Look there, and under the car...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-16-2023, 08:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,919
Posted By Opie
Intake leaks and exhaust leaks cause the sensors...

Intake leaks and exhaust leaks cause the sensors to read inncorrect data and make fuel adjustments incorrectly. You were likely running pig rich due to the leaks that killed the cats, plus E85, plus...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-15-2023, 02:46 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 111,172
Posted By Opie
I don't try to explain insurance company...

I don't try to explain insurance company logic....but yes...

Light pull on left rear corner, replaced duct (square hole), replaced rear crash beam, replaced 3 exhaust hangers, replaced rear bumper...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-15-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 111,172
Posted By Opie
Started gutting the 2015 White BRZ on Saturday,...

Started gutting the 2015 White BRZ on Saturday, Got engine, transmission, exhaust, driveshaft and majority of the interior removed. Then started on the 2013 WRB BRZ, also removed the engine,...
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