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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-24-2018, 04:33 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 18,462
Posted By Red2Liter
[I]I sensibly waited until I had used up my OEM...

[I]I sensibly waited until I had used up my OEM Michelin Primacy's before buying replacement rubber and lighter wheels. I opted for 215/45X17 Michelin Super Pilots on 14 lb. alloys from Tire Rack....
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-24-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 186,536
Posted By Red2Liter
From new purchase in 2013, I've run 205/55X16...

From new purchase in 2013, I've run 205/55X16 Michelin Alpins on my BRZ with great success. It's not my primary snow car in snowy upstate New York, but they get the job done when I'm caught out in...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-23-2014, 08:36 PM
Replies: 734
Views: 407,157
Posted By Red2Liter
I bought 205/55 -16 Michelin Alpins for winter in...

I bought 205/55 -16 Michelin Alpins for winter in the Northeast mounted on 16 X 6.5 inch Rials from Tire Rack.
The rolling circumference is less than 20mm larger than the original equipment tires...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-14-2014, 01:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,813
Posted By Red2Liter
I'm about to 17K miles. The transmission gets...

I'm about to 17K miles. The transmission gets smoother with each passing mile. It does need to warm up however; not unexpected in the frigid Northeast.
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 07-09-2013, 10:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,728
Posted By Red2Liter
Kind of old news now. I've been driving my Red...

Kind of old news now. I've been driving my Red BRZ in the Rochester area since mid-November 2012. They're slowly trickling into the area via one of Subaru's largest national dealers. They are by no...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-14-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 35,510
Posted By Red2Liter
Hood Lift at Speed

The BRZ Limited comes with both a front splitter and a modest rear spoiler. I haven't encountered any lift during the few times and appropriate places I've approached VMAX. It's really stupid to do...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-13-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 14,191
Posted By Red2Liter
SS Brake Line Upgrade

I upgraded to SS lines very early. This was maintainence 101 when I was racing. Changed the fluid at the same time and installed a GrimmSpeed master-cylinder brace. I feel that the firmness and pedal...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 06-12-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,566
Posted By Red2Liter
I've been using Royal Purple 0W20 Synthetic and...

I've been using Royal Purple 0W20 Synthetic and am very happy with it. Many new cars have gone to the lighter multi-vis oils; it's a fuel economy move. If I were tracking the car, I'd be inclined to...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-03-2013, 10:03 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 37,482
Posted By Red2Liter
Mats

Mine fit quite well without tucking anything in. You want to leave the lips up so they actually catch and trap debris, water, snow, etc. If you clip them in using the OEM clips the mata should just...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-28-2013, 08:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,974
Posted By Red2Liter
BRZ Sound

I found I could plug the sound tube where it enters the passenger side firewall, but the best fix was installing the TRD CAI. That removes the sound tube, increases the air filter area and CAI volume...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-28-2013, 08:43 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 37,482
Posted By Red2Liter
BRZ Floor Mats

I bought Weathertech mats as soon as they were available. They've worked great and are easy to remove without spilling accumulated water or dirt.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-27-2013, 10:18 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 47,129
Posted By Red2Liter
TRD CAI

Don't know for sure, but I'm guessing it's free. I didn't need one for NY. They probably supply them "on request", because most states don't require them. Maybe I'm being optimistic here, but it...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-25-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 13,338
Posted By Red2Liter
TRD CAI

I installed only the TRD CAI and others are claiming slight dyno gains. My experience is a more linear throttle response and smoother torque at lower RPMs. I was happy to see the sound tube gone; the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-24-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
TRD CAI

I've experienced slightly lower fuel economy initially with the TRD CAI. The only reasonable thing is to drive it for a couple of 1000 miles and recalculate fuel usage/mile; averaging out the driving...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-24-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
CAI

Amen, brother!
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-24-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
TC & VSC

Yes, you certainly had good reason to be sensitive the subject, but to assume that a 71 yr-old experienced driver was some kind of a idiot was a bit of a reach. I've decided to not take it...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-24-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
TC & VSC

I've driven or raced everything from Mini-Coopers (the originals) to Porsches & BMW's. Recently I've been driving AWD Subaru's. Still transitioning back to front engine/rear drive. Each drive layout...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-24-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
TC & VSC

Thanks! I've got about 6 K on the car. Thought I'd get a few more miles on the transmission and the Diff. The transmission is already improved for smoothness with every mile of use.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-23-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
I've already said that turning the nannies off...

I've already said that turning the nannies off doesn't really turn them off. it just raises the engagement threshold. I find that mode to be a perfectly acceptable, safe mode in which to drive except...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-23-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
TC & VSC

Thanks! I may explore that under "controlled" conditions.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-23-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
TC & VSC

If you live in the northeast and experiment driving under slippery conditions in a safe environment, you'll find that with the electronics off they still kick in albeit at a higher limit. Not only...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-23-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
Traction control & VSC

Nope, Not Chris Harris.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-23-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,020
Posted By Red2Liter
Traction Control & Other Nannies

How are you dealing with the variety of electronic nannies on our cars? I find them very annoying and turn them off for normal driving. If I'm driving in dicey, slippery conditions, I may avail...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-19-2013, 03:03 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
CAI Fuel Economy

My experience with the TRD intake has been a slight decrease in fuel economy. The website you cite is an Advert. One must be sceptical always of claims for aftermarket products;" more power, better...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-18-2013, 09:28 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
Yeah, one probably encounters more variation in...

Yeah, one probably encounters more variation in output due to changes in weather/temperature, than the increases noted in the dyno pulls. However I'm still a believer in the improved drivability that...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-18-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
I suspect that the OEM intake system was a...

I suspect that the OEM intake system was a compromise between fuel economy and performance.Remember these engines run 0W20 lube; hardly what we'd choose to protect engine life intuitively. Many...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-18-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
I've been sitting these discussions out for a few...

I've been sitting these discussions out for a few weeks while I just enjoyed driving my BRZ. I assumed that the OEM intake with the soundtube couldn't help but affect the total intake picture. The...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-14-2013, 09:59 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
TRD CAI

Tennis Freak,

There is nothing wrong with the OEM brakes. I'm a 71 yr-old former SCCA racing license holder who likes to stop as well as go. The firmer pedal feel is just one of the cheaper things...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-14-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,978
Posted By Red2Liter
TRD CAI

I was an early adopter of the TRD airbox and am pleased with the result. I installed at 5K miles and was averaging about 28-30 mpg with the stock for the first 5K. I expect to take a small hit in...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-14-2013, 09:26 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 17,988
Posted By Red2Liter
I've posted my thoughts earlier on intakes, but I...

I've posted my thoughts earlier on intakes, but I installed the TRD airbox and couldn't be happier. The issue is drivability. The TRD gave me a much improved lower end compared to the original...
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