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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
07-25-2021, 09:07 PM
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First time tracking the BRZ
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Sphinx
Thanks, this is very helpful. Regarding the...
Thanks, this is very helpful.
Regarding the auto-LSD, according to the manual, a long press disables it. See the attached pic.
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
07-24-2021, 07:40 PM
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First time tracking the BRZ
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Ugh, live and learn. Does long press eliminate...
Ugh, live and learn. Does long press eliminate 100% TC or just reduce intrusion?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
07-24-2021, 12:28 PM
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First time tracking the BRZ
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Sphinx
Best actual was 1:59.83 with a theoretical best...
Best actual was 1:59.83 with a theoretical best of 1:57.61. Miata my best is a 1:48.49 with a theoretical 1:46.8 (that large of a gap means I can't put it together, be it due to traffic or bad...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
07-24-2021, 10:41 AM
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First time tracking the BRZ
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Sphinx
First time tracking the BRZ
So, 100% stock, prius tires and all. I did an SCCA track night at Road Atlanta last night. Managed an under 2min lap, but there were easily a couple more seconds on the table.
From a performance...
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Want-To-Buy Requests
05-14-2021, 09:37 AM
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WTB: OEM BRZ Performance Package Rims 17x7.5
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Sphinx
Wish you were closer.
Wish you were closer.
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Want-To-Buy Requests
05-12-2021, 09:16 PM
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WTB: OEM BRZ Performance Package Rims 17x7.5
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Sphinx
WTB: OEM BRZ Performance Package Rims 17x7.5
Located near Atlanta, GA.
Just need a spare set to mount some track tires to them. Not a big deal if seller's come with tires too. Will consider anything else that's relatively inexpensive and...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-18-2021, 10:15 AM
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Review of "Track Mode" on the MY17+ cars
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Sphinx
So, Track Mode keeps a minimum level of stability...
So, Track Mode keeps a minimum level of stability and traction control on - correct?
And holding the Trac button down for a few seconds = the old pedal dance, correct?
Does ice mode show up in...
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
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02-10-2021, 07:30 PM
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Which wheels clear 17+ BRZ Performance Package Brembos
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Sphinx
I don't see the TR Motorsports C4 rim for the SSC...
I don't see the TR Motorsports C4 rim for the SSC class. Anyone know if it clears the PP brakes?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-09-2021, 08:59 PM
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Track wheel that clears performance package
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Sphinx
With people breaking axles as it is, going with a...
With people breaking axles as it is, going with a wider tire and heavier wheel would mean more stresses on the axles if you are going to be tracking the car. Personally I wouldn't go wider than 17x9.
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Want-To-Buy Requests
02-09-2021, 03:15 PM
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WTB: OEM BRZ Performance Package Rims 17x7.5
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Sphinx
WTB: OEM BRZ Performance Package Rims 17x7.5
Ok with or without tires, with or without TPMS.
Just need rims in good condition and cheap. Tell what you got. Based in Atlanta.
So, in less than 24 hrs, I've gotten contacted by 5 scammers...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-09-2021, 10:36 AM
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wheel/tire choice for return to HPDE
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Sphinx
I was reading another thread and I think I'm...
I was reading another thread and I think I'm going to source another set of stock PP rims and put some 225s. I'll need to figure out a good hybrid tire good for autox and lapping. So, no A7.
...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-08-2021, 10:33 PM
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wheel/tire choice for return to HPDE
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Sphinx
Fairly experienced. Been road racing since 2004. ...
Fairly experienced. Been road racing since 2004. But not enough consistent seat time.
The desire is to improve.
Love your pic of the corkscrew. Raced there a few times when I lived in the...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-08-2021, 08:39 PM
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wheel/tire choice for return to HPDE
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Sphinx
I've got a track car already (a Spec Miata). So,...
I've got a track car already (a Spec Miata). So, I need to buy some rims to run autocrosses (don't care if I'm not competitive) and some dedicated track tires for an occasional track day. I don't...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-08-2021, 05:28 PM
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wheel/tire choice for return to HPDE
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Sphinx
What's the right offset? If I want to stick...
What's the right offset?
If I want to stick with the OEM 17x7.5 rim, what's the widest tire I can go on it without rubbing? 225?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
02-08-2021, 10:09 AM
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wheel/tire choice for return to HPDE
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Sphinx
Explain that a bit more. So, with 17x9 and 245's...
Explain that a bit more. So, with 17x9 and 245's on a stock suspension, where should I expect tire rub? Fenders or inside the wheel well?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-29-2021, 12:56 PM
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Wheels for SSC?
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Sphinx
Good advice, thanks. *checks autocross schedule*...
Good advice, thanks. *checks autocross schedule* Like will stick with stock, maybe even with the prius tires.
For track day sticky rubber, would the rims fit the PP brakes?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-29-2021, 09:32 AM
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Wheels for SSC?
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Sphinx
I see them now - from a fitment perspective, I...
I see them now - from a fitment perspective, I would have thought that they would at least show up when searching for an 18, even if the car isn't eligible for the class. Thanks. At least I can put...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-28-2021, 08:15 PM
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Wheels for SSC?
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Sphinx
Wheels for SSC?
I was reading an old SCCA article and it mentioned that TireRack was selling one of their TR Motorsports rims for the SSC class, but I see no trace of it on the TR site.
In the absence of that,...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-20-2021, 07:31 PM
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CV joint issues on track cars
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Sphinx
What are "motorsports boots"? Is there any...
What are "motorsports boots"?
Is there any data that the heatshields are helping?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-19-2021, 10:22 AM
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419
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The "Pedal Dance" testing
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364,056
Posted By
Sphinx
Tried it in my driveway and it worked. It was...
Tried it in my driveway and it worked. It was too cold on Saturday to run laps - actually had snow in the morning.
I don't mind the ABS. At least it will prevent flat spotting tires. I need to...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-18-2021, 01:00 PM
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299
Since beastronix is no more, what’s the alternative?
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74,994
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Sphinx
When you say "brake balancing", are you referring...
When you say "brake balancing", are you referring to Electronic Brake Force Distribution or something else?
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-16-2021, 11:33 PM
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419
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The "Pedal Dance" testing
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364,056
Posted By
Sphinx
Experienced spec miata racer. So not used to ABS...
Experienced spec miata racer. So not used to ABS on track.
Forum:
Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-15-2021, 05:45 PM
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419
Sticky:
The "Pedal Dance" testing
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364,056
Posted By
Sphinx
Quick question - when you do the pedal dance, is...
Quick question - when you do the pedal dance, is there a need to turn on Track mode?
With the pedal dance, the only thing left is ABS, correct? EBFD, stability are off?
Headed to the track...
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
01-06-2021, 05:18 PM
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48
Finally! Bought a BRZ
Views:
9,833
Posted By
Sphinx
So how exactly are you guys sound deadening? I...
So how exactly are you guys sound deadening? I can't imagine using so much sound deadening that it would affect the car's weight meaningfully.
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
01-04-2021, 07:58 PM
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48
Finally! Bought a BRZ
Views:
9,833
Posted By
Sphinx
Yeah, cranked it all the way up, but with...
Yeah, cranked it all the way up, but with sunglasses, hard to see clearly. Worse is that at night, the NAV screen is too bright if I want the dash all the way lit up. So, had to turn the NAV to...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
01-04-2021, 01:56 PM
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48
Finally! Bought a BRZ
Views:
9,833
Posted By
Sphinx
Finally! Bought a BRZ
Just picked up an 18 BRZ Anniversary. Drove it 800 miles to get it home. Initial impressions: 1) why is the stereo so terrible? 2) why are the gauges so hard to see during the day time? and 3) why...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-03-2021, 09:10 PM
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3
Article-Twins as the "New" Miata - RACING
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865
Posted By
Sphinx
I read the same article and am intrigued. ...
I read the same article and am intrigued. Considering building one this next year. But being unfamiliar with these cars, will lurk here for a while to learn more about prepping one for track duty.
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
01-03-2021, 08:52 PM
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420
Sticky:
Track Brake Pad Discussion Thread
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228,914
Posted By
Sphinx
On my Spec Miata, I recently switched from GLoc...
On my Spec Miata, I recently switched from GLoc 12/8 to 12/10 and then 16/12. Holy crap, never going back to the softer pads - much more confident braking. For a mixed-duty pads, maybe the 10/8...
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Want-To-Buy Requests
01-03-2021, 12:42 PM
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3
WTB: 2017 BRZ with Performance Package (Atlanta)
Views:
527
Posted By
Sphinx
Woo-hoo. Just bought.
Woo-hoo. Just bought.
Forum:
Want-To-Buy Requests
12-27-2020, 01:18 PM
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3
WTB: 2017 BRZ with Performance Package (Atlanta)
Views:
527
Posted By
Sphinx
Still looking
Still looking
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