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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-22-2017, 07:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,328
Posted By softgrip
Turbo charge it!! and a nice matte grey rocket...

Turbo charge it!! and a nice matte grey rocket bunny kit.

Nom nom.

Budget like 40k$ total and then love life every day you drive it :P
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 05-18-2017, 03:25 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 29,884
Posted By softgrip
I'd go square every time unless I was pushing...

I'd go square every time unless I was pushing HUGE horsepower. (I'm at like 285rwhp).

I expect you will have clearance issues with 245 with stock on the fronts.

My car is 235 on 18x9.5 all...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-18-2017, 03:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 29,754
Posted By softgrip
Those were taken on stock STi pink springs (one...

Those were taken on stock STi pink springs (one of the options).

I now have MCA XRs.

http://i.imgur.com/fXiyWhk.jpg
Forum: Forced Induction 04-05-2017, 04:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 15,987
Posted By softgrip
Sorry, probably should have put a time frame in...

Sorry, probably should have put a time frame in that. :) no bubble burst.
Basically it's bloody quick... and you don't have enough time take stock of what's going on before you hit 100k and have to...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-02-2017, 05:10 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 15,987
Posted By softgrip
I've got a Garrett gtx2867r. Dyno tuned and 3"...

I've got a Garrett gtx2867r. Dyno tuned and 3" exhaust. I put down around 285whp, and the torque and power curves are really smooth.

It's a good amount of power. If it was less, I'd want more,...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-23-2017, 04:50 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,790
Posted By softgrip
Hah! Good luck. I did manage it in my...

Hah! Good luck.

I did manage it in my Mirage as an early 20 something, and that was difficult!
Forum: Forced Induction 03-17-2017, 05:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,844
Posted By softgrip
I should do a build thread. So far : Rays...

I should do a build thread.

So far :
Rays 57Transcend 18x9.5
Hankook Rs3 (235/40/18 if I remember correctly)
MCA XR coilovers
MCA traction mod
STI brake kit
Mishimoto oil cooler (next week)...
Forum: Forced Induction 03-17-2017, 10:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,844
Posted By softgrip
Ended up with 285rwhp (213kw) and 222ft/lb...

Ended up with 285rwhp (213kw) and 222ft/lb (301nm) on a dynohub.

Car is bonkers now :)
Forum: Forced Induction 03-16-2017, 01:35 AM
Replies: 275
Sticky: FI Dyno thread
Views: 241,090
Posted By softgrip
SME Turbo Kit (Garret GTX2867r) 3 inch turbo...

SME Turbo Kit (Garret GTX2867r)
3 inch turbo back catted
Greddy EVO GT
Running 98 RON pump gas

https://i.imgur.com/op9XZYT.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/hMJFRiR.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/UQL6oeU.jpg
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-15-2017, 02:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,928
Posted By softgrip
So I'm a bit late to the party :). Just got the...

So I'm a bit late to the party :). Just got the Greddy Evo GT. I'm turbo'd and have 3 inch invidia pipes. Catted front.

The Greddy is deep. Real deep. Like Barry White. Sounds great. It...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-13-2017, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,093
Posted By softgrip
Steve

Steve
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-17-2017, 10:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,447
Posted By softgrip
:) I'm glad I went turbo in my second BRZ. ...

:) I'm glad I went turbo in my second BRZ. *thumbs up*
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 02-10-2017, 06:37 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 37,578
Posted By softgrip
I don't know why I still read these, since I...

I don't know why I still read these, since I drive a 2017, and previously drove a 2016.

Still can't get enough BRZ media.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 02-07-2017, 02:26 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 142,413
Posted By softgrip
Already parted with my money and bought some...

Already parted with my money and bought some rears :) Haven't installed them yet as my car is in the shop going TURBO :D

So far so good. I've owned 2 OAP kits so far. Love the sound of them.
...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-30-2017, 02:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,978
Posted By softgrip
My bad :\

My bad :\
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-29-2017, 08:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,978
Posted By softgrip
There is no mechanical steering - so it could be...

There is no mechanical steering - so it could be something else like the steering electrics coming loose.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-21-2017, 08:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,622
Posted By softgrip
I've spun and written off a car on the stocks :) ...

I've spun and written off a car on the stocks :)

I had an 82 Corolla that didn't slip as much at low speed, and that was a terrible car! It slipped way more in the wet and the suspension sucked,...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-19-2017, 12:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,622
Posted By softgrip
"Debunks"?? No way, they are very slippery...

"Debunks"??

No way, they are very slippery compared to something with good grip levels.

In stock form you can lose traction so easily - even slight corners at low speed - you can hear the back...
Forum: Software Tuning 01-13-2017, 03:25 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 59,548
Posted By softgrip
*watching this thread intently. Currently my...

*watching this thread intently.

Currently my 2017 BRZ is at the tune shop, but sitting there doing nothing because they can't read the ECU without an appropriate def. I'll find out more info...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-09-2017, 12:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,246
Posted By softgrip
Is this where the phrase "like a deer in...

Is this where the phrase "like a deer in headlights" comes from?

Buboom tish - I'm here all week.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-08-2017, 05:26 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 40,250
Posted By softgrip
Yeah it's so dumb, all the figures on ours will...

Yeah it's so dumb, all the figures on ours will just show 0.0 and a squiggle. Totally useless :( DUMB DUMB DUMB!
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-05-2017, 06:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,550
Posted By softgrip
I know you can't do it with 2016 - as mine had a...

I know you can't do it with 2016 - as mine had a weird Bluetooth phone adapter mic thing
Forum: Forced Induction 01-05-2017, 02:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,457
Posted By softgrip
How much power can you get on stock exhaust with turbo?

I'm about to chuck a gtx2867r snail on my beast.

I'd love to know how much power I can push through the stock exhaust/pipes and what psi as I need to pass an emissions test. :(. I'm looking to get...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-03-2017, 06:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,550
Posted By softgrip
2017 BRZ - has anyone managed to retain the OEM mic?

2017 BRZ - has anyone managed to retain the OEM mic with an aftermarket head unit?
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-01-2017, 02:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,036
Posted By softgrip
I don't specifically know about the sub, but I...

I don't specifically know about the sub, but I can tell you the speakers AND tweeters are absolute garbage.

The stock woofers are super light and crappy feeling. If you look at the rears, there...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-01-2017, 09:36 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 142,413
Posted By softgrip
Has anyone done a comparison review on just...

Has anyone done a comparison review on just adding the rears to an existing OEM Audio Plus install?

The existing rears are crap - they have glue drops on the cones! (same in both my BRZs)

I've...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-28-2016, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Posted By softgrip
Yep.

Yep.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-28-2016, 08:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,344
Posted By softgrip
What exhaust should I get (gtx2867r turbo)

Hi,

On my WRX I had a Magnaflow and it was awesome. A nice deep rumble, but not obnoxious.

I'm getting boosted on 10th Jan - aiming for 280-300whp.
Getting SME turbo kit with garret gtx2867r....
Forum: Forced Induction 12-26-2016, 08:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 17,101
Posted By softgrip
You're not driving it hard enough ;). On stock I...

You're not driving it hard enough ;). On stock I was at about 9-10l/100k. Smashing twisties through Mt Dandenong and surroundings every day.

I can get the figures you posted if I drive super...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 12-26-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,515
Posted By softgrip
Number plate covers :)

Number plate covers :)
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