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Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-09-2021, 03:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,268
Posted By rx3
I've ran the car for 6 years with racing tires...

I've ran the car for 6 years with racing tires and so far none of the suspension or differential components have broken.

(The gearbox broke but this was more due to the turbo than the racing...
Forum: Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting 10-04-2021, 02:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 613
Posted By rx3
2012 NA BRZ has quite a following..

What a scratch with a road legal NA BRZ.. :) (fast slalom, top speed 160 km/h)

https://www.equipebernoise.ch/ebfiles/pdf-files/ambri2021/listen/Off_Scratch_LOC_SA.pdf

Who says a BRZ can't be...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 06-30-2020, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
*sold

*sold
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 06-19-2020, 01:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 542
Posted By rx3
Injectors are sold. Omni sensor is still...

Injectors are sold.

Omni sensor is still available.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 06-12-2020, 12:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 542
Posted By rx3
Bosch 440 cc injectors & Omni 3 bar MAP sensor

Bosch EV14 440 cc fuel injectors: $40 each
Omni 3 bar Map Sensor: $60

Shipping: $10 worldwide

All items were used <3000 km and <2 years.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 06-12-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
It'll probably fit any turbo kit. It...

It'll probably fit any turbo kit.
It originally cost $900.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 06-12-2020, 11:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
Still available. I'll ship worldwide.

Still available.
I'll ship worldwide.
Forum: Engine Swaps 06-06-2020, 02:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,362
Posted By rx3
FWIW The reason why they selected a Toyota...

FWIW
The reason why they selected a Toyota engine is probably related to the racing regulations. When an engine is swapped one can only use an engine from the same brand.
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 06-03-2020, 12:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,140
Posted By rx3
*Sold* (Sorry JDMBRZ I've missed your post)

*Sold*

(Sorry JDMBRZ I've missed your post)
Forum: Engine Swaps 05-30-2020, 06:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,362
Posted By rx3
Toyota 1.8l 2ZZGE

Didn't see this swap before:
http://racingbazar.com/de/racecars/other/gt86-time-attack-205032

Engine is probably about 60 kg lighter than stock, rpm is higher (transmission deals with less torque...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 03-15-2020, 05:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
Price reduced.

Price reduced.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 02-28-2020, 06:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
Price of large intercooler reduced. (Oil pan is...

Price of large intercooler reduced. (Oil pan is gone).
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 02-28-2020, 06:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,140
Posted By rx3
Price reduced.

Price reduced.
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 02-09-2020, 08:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,140
Posted By rx3
ORC 559d Twin Plate Clutch

Twin clutch driven for 3000 km.
Selling because car is not turboed anymore.

Price: $500 plus shipping

Brand: ORC
Product: 559D SE Smart Engage Twin Plate Metal Clutch Kit Lightweight Spec...
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 11-18-2019, 03:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,670
Posted By rx3
SOLD

SOLD
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 11-04-2019, 04:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,670
Posted By rx3
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 11-03-2019, 07:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,670
Posted By rx3
This is how it sounds in the cabin: ...

This is how it sounds in the cabin:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3-O_YKKYy0E
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 10-15-2019, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,670
Posted By rx3
Thank you. Well, one certainly has the...

Thank you.

Well, one certainly has the attention with this transmission as people are not used to this sort of noise.

Btw, I was waiting over 6 months for this transmission after ordering it....
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 10-13-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
RaxerX GT-86 oil pan. $290 PS: Btw,...

RaxerX GT-86 oil pan.

$290

PS: Btw, does anybody know whether it's possible to change the thread-title?
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 10-13-2019, 12:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,670
Posted By rx3
I didn't really notice a change after a break-in...

I didn't really notice a change after a break-in period. Also, I didn't notice any grinding when shifting. The only issue is the 1st gear noise when coasting (the play is probably not set entirely...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 10-12-2019, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,375
Posted By rx3
*SOLD* Large intercooler for AVO Turbokit

This is a larger intercooler than the intercooler which is originally sold with the AVO Turbokit and comes with a silicone inlet pipe. (On the first picture both intercoolers are shown).
The core...
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 10-11-2019, 03:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,670
Posted By rx3
FS: Transmission with straight cut PAR-engineering gears

This is a stock transmission with the PAR engineering straight cut gears installed (was assembled by PAR engineering in Australia): ...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-07-2019, 04:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,168
Posted By rx3
I have an original gearbox with the straight cut...

I have an original gearbox with the straight cut PAR-engineering gearset installed. PM me if you are interested.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-15-2019, 08:53 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 184,757
Posted By rx3
Thanks. The safest bet would probably just be to...

Thanks. The safest bet would probably just be to use a larger radiator and a large oil cooler. (I've installed the beatrush alumnium underpanel with vents, but this didn't really help much.)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-13-2019, 11:25 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 184,757
Posted By rx3
An alternative would also be to install a second...

An alternative would also be to install a second oil cooler in parallel (this wouldn't cause an additional pressure drop), but the piping would be more difficult (would need 2 additional...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-13-2019, 07:04 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 184,757
Posted By rx3
Well, it's just getting too hot, despite running...

Well, it's just getting too hot, despite running the engine pretty rich.
It's autocross/hillclimb like racing with constant full throttle or full braking.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-13-2019, 02:03 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 184,757
Posted By rx3
In order to improve cooling performance I intend...

In order to improve cooling performance I intend to run a second oil cooler in addition to this dual radiator (turbocharged BRZ). Is there a technical reason why this would not work?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-10-2019, 12:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,481
Posted By rx3
I actually did add 120 lbs of extra weight in the...

I actually did add 120 lbs of extra weight in the trunk.
It did help somewhat as far as initial acceleration was concerned. But it what was detrimental in turns and detrimental in acceleration...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-10-2019, 11:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,481
Posted By rx3
Why? Less wheelspin -> faster acceleration...

Why?

Less wheelspin -> faster acceleration -> less time lost.
https://youtu.be/nGR3dsaB_LU
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-04-2019, 01:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,481
Posted By rx3
Old thread but point is still valid. The...

Old thread but point is still valid.

The weight distribution of my (AVO turboed) BRZ is even 56/44 (empty) and this is definitely a disadvantage in slaloms (autocrosses) because one cannot...
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