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Forum: Member's Car Journals 03-02-2024, 04:04 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 29,728
Posted By Lynxis
It's been a couple years since I updated this...

It's been a couple years since I updated this thread. There was a whole pandemic between my last post and today so this is gonna be a pretty long one.

I still have my BRZ. I finished paying it off...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 12-15-2023, 06:50 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 81,295
Posted By Lynxis
I've got a few. ...

I've got a few.


http://midnightwanderers.com/car/brz-1.jpg
http://midnightwanderers.com/car/brz-2.jpg
http://midnightwanderers.com/car/brz-3.jpg
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-10-2023, 06:31 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 21,315
Posted By Lynxis
CP all around.

CP all around.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-10-2023, 04:17 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 21,315
Posted By Lynxis
Also, my mistake, I wrote down that I'm on C21...

Also, my mistake, I wrote down that I'm on C21 but this is incorrect, I'm using the CSG CP compound which is basically their general purpose/dual duty pad.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 12-05-2023, 05:47 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 21,315
Posted By Lynxis
I'm running matching rear pads in OEM caliper.

I'm running matching rear pads in OEM caliper.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 12-01-2023, 11:02 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 81,295
Posted By Lynxis
Wheels are 17x9 +40 Alignment is -3f/-2.2r...

Wheels are 17x9 +40
Alignment is -3f/-2.2r camber, 0 toe
Tires are Falken RT660 245/40r17
No rub at all, even under hard track driving.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-26-2023, 02:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 911
Posted By Lynxis
I can add the following fitment details. ...

I can add the following fitment details.


I'll note that the space from the caliper to the barrel on many 17 inch wheels is very tight, such that I don't recommend placing balancing weights here...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 11-04-2023, 09:38 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 21,315
Posted By Lynxis
I have purchased the CSG kit with this caliper. ...

I have purchased the CSG kit with this caliper.

http://midnightwanderers.com/car/brz-bbk-1.jpg

http://midnightwanderers.com/car/brz-bbk-2.jpg

I can confirm that you have to remove the entire...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-26-2023, 12:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,810
Posted By Lynxis
That's right, this is how I did my car and it's...

That's right, this is how I did my car and it's been good for regular driving and track days.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-25-2023, 04:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,810
Posted By Lynxis
1. A brand new from factory, bone stock car,...

1. A brand new from factory, bone stock car, isn't height adjustable so you won't be able to corner balance even if you wanted to.

2. After installing coilovers and setting ride heights is...
Forum: User/Vendor/Sponsor Reviews, Feedback, Comments 07-10-2023, 10:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,591
Posted By Lynxis
I've personally had decent experiences buying...

I've personally had decent experiences buying from ft86motorsports but I'll acknowledge there are a concerning number of people who have reported issues.



I'll just note that if you've got a...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-05-2023, 09:23 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 49,138
Posted By Lynxis
If you're having trouble getting a hold of RT700,...

If you're having trouble getting a hold of RT700, I'm just going to recommend Canadians source Castrol SRF React which is a similar class of fluid. A single flush of the stuff is completely fine for...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-25-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,810
Posted By Lynxis
They feel good, mine are mostly for track use but...

They feel good, mine are mostly for track use but I usually street drive them to the track most of the time. The only real thing I can say about them for daily driving is that I notice the steering...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-24-2023, 08:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,810
Posted By Lynxis
Konig Hypergram are a nice wheel, flow formed for...

Konig Hypergram are a nice wheel, flow formed for ~1000 USD although these are manufactured in China if that matters to you. Here are mine which are 17x9 +40.

...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 02-06-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 420
Views: 227,113
Posted By Lynxis
Brake Pad Manufacturer (F/R): Carbotech Caliper...

Brake Pad Manufacturer (F/R): Carbotech
Caliper (F/R): OEM F/R
Rotor Size (F/R - IE OEM or specify): OEM F/R
Compound (F/R): XP10 F/R
Tires: Falken RT660 245/40r17

Feedback:
For reference,...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-13-2022, 03:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,877
Posted By Lynxis
My experience is that the 660s can take a bit...

My experience is that the 660s can take a bit more heat than other tires in it's class. I'm primarily HPDE/lapping and just do autocross when something local is going on but at the very least, they...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-31-2022, 03:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,877
Posted By Lynxis
On 245/40r17 on a 17x9 wheel, with -3f/-2.2r...

On 245/40r17 on a 17x9 wheel, with -3f/-2.2r camber and 0 toe, I run them ~31 hot. This might be *slightly* low but I've got decently even wear across the tire although I can tell I'm wearing the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2022, 07:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,516
Posted By Lynxis
My alignment shop adjusted mine so I can't help...

My alignment shop adjusted mine so I can't help there. Sorry.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-03-2022, 04:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,516
Posted By Lynxis
I think the SS1 would be great for your use case....

I think the SS1 would be great for your use case.

I can tell you those gold 6 spoke wheels are a 5x100 bolt pattern, 71mm center bore, 17x7 et42 and they fit over the RR Racing BBK I had when I...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-08-2022, 03:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 916
Posted By Lynxis
Unless something has changed in newer versions of...

Unless something has changed in newer versions of this kit, the Wilwoods don't have dust boots.

For the OP, I'm not sure if this is your problem but I thought I'd make a point of mentioning it. I...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 06-10-2022, 08:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,430
Posted By Lynxis
The 2022 has the 2.4L motor.

The 2022 has the 2.4L motor.
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 06-06-2022, 02:15 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 38,152
Posted By Lynxis
For some reason my images don't show in Chrome...

For some reason my images don't show in Chrome but they show just fine in Firefox.
http://midnightwanderers.com/car/brz-konig-hypergram.jpg
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-31-2022, 11:14 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,190
Posted By Lynxis
Obviously prevalence is always going to be...

Obviously prevalence is always going to be strongly region dependent. It stands to reason a place with nicer weather, a larger population and more relative wealth is going to have more Miatas. Older...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-30-2022, 09:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,059
Posted By Lynxis
I'm fortunate that one of my roommates is of a...

I'm fortunate that one of my roommates is of a roughly similar body weight to me (within ~10lbs) so I just get them to sit in the drivers seat while I adjust preload. If there was a significant...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-30-2022, 02:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,571
Posted By Lynxis
I'm not trying to say it won't help but I'm just...

I'm not trying to say it won't help but I'm just trying to hedge expectations, not all aero is created equal and aero benefits are course dependent. I'm just advocating that the money is better spent...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-29-2022, 08:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,571
Posted By Lynxis
Aero mods are a touchy subject for these cars,...

Aero mods are a touchy subject for these cars, they don't really have the power to push past the drag penalty incurred by meaningful amounts of downforce so most people would suggest that you do what...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-27-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 21,315
Posted By Lynxis
There is some competing information regarding pad...

There is some competing information regarding pad swaps with the BM4 in this thread:
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-27-2022, 01:25 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,190
Posted By Lynxis
I should clarify that I'm not counting autocross...

I should clarify that I'm not counting autocross which is a different beast in my opinion. But at the track, at least around here, Miata's have been declining since 2019 to the point that the last 3...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-26-2022, 12:29 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,190
Posted By Lynxis
Edit: I'm going to preface this with an edit...

Edit: I'm going to preface this with an edit becauset I realize that something I take for granted but is likely the biggest contributor of problems; basic maintenance. Everything written below is...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 05-26-2022, 01:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,206
Posted By Lynxis
Just a follow-up to this, my wheel isn't rubbing...

Just a follow-up to this, my wheel isn't rubbing at all, it's actually my mud flap dragging on the ground on hard right handers. They are the stiff Rokblokz plastic flaps and make quite the noise...
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