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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-28-2016, 12:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,788
Posted By slaxx
'13 limited with 28k is doing really well ...

'13 limited with 28k is doing really well

replaced the factory nav/head unit and passenger window switch under warranty

aftermarket led small bulbs, race wheels, pads, brake fluid for track use...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-28-2015, 02:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,202
Posted By slaxx
alleggerita hlt

damn I work in SF's ghetto

https://s3.amazonaws.com/uploads.hipchat.com/10804/198522/yLBzJB33OeV7PZb/IMG_20150226_092605%7E2.jpg

So I've purchased five of these, one bent at the hub when...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 06-25-2014, 05:31 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 54,238
Posted By slaxx
I own both a '13 BRZ Limited and a '14 Fiesta...

I own both a '13 BRZ Limited and a '14 Fiesta ST2.

The Fiesta is my new daily driver, with bike and surf board racks, a hatch for camping and scuba gear when I need it. It's narrow and tall...
Forum: Northern California 05-30-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,437
Posted By slaxx
How's the supercharger holding up?

Great thread thanks for writing

And how much did install cost locally?

I thought the front bumper didn't have to come off to get the ic installed.. ? Must be much easier with it out of the way....
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-30-2013, 12:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 43,864
Posted By slaxx
38 and single, BRZ Limited insurance is $90/month...

38 and single, BRZ Limited insurance is $90/month with double California minimums, full collision. Clean record, plus a second car ($65/month) and homeowners policies for discounts @ State Farm....
Forum: Northern California 06-25-2013, 01:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,103
Posted By slaxx
Sports mechanic SOMA SF?

Brake and suspension work for the track, any advice?
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 06-24-2013, 10:10 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 24,588
Posted By slaxx
My USB and bluetooth have never worked, the GPS...

My USB and bluetooth have never worked, the GPS is often out and the car thinks it's moving when it's not. Sounds ok on satellite radio for OEM. ugh what crap
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-01-2013, 11:45 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 41,928
Posted By slaxx
Yeah I cut my neck and bled some at Thunderhill...

Yeah I cut my neck and bled some at Thunderhill Raceway without a pad. Have sabelt pads now but only use them on track.
Forum: Northern California 02-09-2013, 12:11 AM
Replies: 9,341
Views: 1,737,731
Posted By slaxx
Probably me! Hi :)

Probably me! Hi :)
Forum: Forced Induction 01-29-2013, 06:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 23,116
Posted By slaxx
Neatly packaged turbo! I can't get "LFAke" out of...

Neatly packaged turbo! I can't get "LFAke" out of my head even though the body kit looks nicely done. Certainly not the style direction for me, as something more ft86 seems more genuine, but well...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-22-2013, 11:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,185
Posted By slaxx
Stock suspension and I scrape into my downhill...

Stock suspension and I scrape into my downhill driveway with an adult passenger in the car, still at a very gentle approach, generous angle. WRX handled it fine.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-07-2013, 10:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 79,667
Posted By slaxx
Any noticeable weight difference between the...

Any noticeable weight difference between the spoilers?
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-27-2012, 12:30 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 38,269
Posted By slaxx
I remember a Boss302 driver being blown away at...

I remember a Boss302 driver being blown away at my little stock-powertrain BRZ at the last HPDE I was at. His jaw was hanging. There's a HUGE power discrepancy between the two cars and which...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-16-2012, 01:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,388
Posted By slaxx
Long long coverage via jalopnik:...

Long long coverage via jalopnik: http://jalopnik.com/5968718/watch-and-discuss-the-race-of-champions-nations-cup-live-here-now

Talking up the gt86 vs. Lambo (yawn)

52 minutes in
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 12-14-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,468
Posted By slaxx
That's terrible, sorry to read about it. And...

That's terrible, sorry to read about it.

And someone poked the Jeep's eye out...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 12-10-2012, 10:26 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,690
Posted By slaxx
10.6mpg at the track over three tanks. 24.0 mpg...

10.6mpg at the track over three tanks. 24.0 mpg for my mostly city driving.
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-10-2012, 12:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,294
Posted By slaxx
There's a lot of room for improvement in my...

There's a lot of room for improvement in my driving for sure! I'm sure an instructor could break 2:08 in my car
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-09-2012, 09:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,294
Posted By slaxx
2:23 without traffic; stock setup save wheels, &...

2:23 without traffic; stock setup save wheels, & tires. Bridgestone S-04 summer

Following vid is 2:27 starting from the pits and having to slow for a Miata who I approach as if it were a fence:
...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-09-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,294
Posted By slaxx
No unfortunately not. Several guys out there were...

No unfortunately not. Several guys out there were locked out of practice due to 25hr rules too
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 12-07-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,294
Posted By slaxx
Another weekend at Thunderhill

Eating spec miatas so fast I had no time to chew. BMW M3 V8s were a fun lot to race with depending on the driver.

Slower than the race-rubber Lotus Elise out there. Faster than all the mustangs. ...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-10-2012, 02:20 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 25,419
Posted By slaxx
I'm a very compact 5'5" and my 5'3" daughter sits...

I'm a very compact 5'5" and my 5'3" daughter sits behind me a-ok. It's pretty fun drifting a corner with two 13 year olds screaming from back.

I've had a 6'1" coworker sit behind the driver seat...
Forum: Southern California 10-14-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,736
Posted By slaxx
What events? Searched "autox event california"...

What events? Searched "autox event california" and no hits. SCCA SF events calendar is blank.

Would like to sign up for a few for sure.
Forum: Southern California 10-13-2012, 04:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,736
Posted By slaxx
Trying to squeeze some practice time tightening...

Trying to squeeze some practice time tightening lines and balancing the car on throttle. Throw a few cones down, don't spin..
Forum: Southern California 10-12-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,736
Posted By slaxx
SF Bay Area Parking Lots or Airstrips?

Anyone have some broad flat pavement where one can setup a few cones and be legal about it? Don't mind signing waivers or kicking a few 20s over
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-10-2012, 04:28 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 18,898
Posted By slaxx
The BRZ really exceeded expectations here coming...

The BRZ really exceeded expectations here coming from 9 years in a EJ20 WRX. That said I still want more torque 3-4.5k rpm and about 40 more horse up top :)
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-07-2012, 02:22 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 26,082
Posted By slaxx
You can tell that's Hawaii and not Oakland cause...

You can tell that's Hawaii and not Oakland cause they're using spinner wheels

Your friend should consider a Caprice or some Buick for this artistic expression. I'm partial to the big V8
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-29-2012, 04:54 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 13,842
Posted By slaxx
I have to agree that flappy paddles do not bring...

I have to agree that flappy paddles do not bring the control of a manual. There's shifting slowly or quickly, precision rev matching fun, a million tricks to do with the clutch, etc.

I haven't...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-25-2012, 01:10 PM
Replies: 5,031
Views: 1,364,393
Posted By slaxx
Yep 4200 miles and I've developed the chirp too ...

Yep 4200 miles and I've developed the chirp too

Only on a warm engine under 1200rpm
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-25-2012, 12:57 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 54,191
Posted By slaxx
Subaru replaced the drivers-door window switch...

Subaru replaced the drivers-door window switch module but that didn't fix the problem.

Took them a day to replace the switch: needed software updates to correctly program the replacement for the...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 09-25-2012, 02:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,257
Posted By slaxx
Thunderhill @Willows, California

Not a great line or good time but tons of fun regardless:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kysKUyah4bk&feature=youtu.be
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