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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

11-02-2023, 06:40 AM

Replies: 112

Wheel Directory: BBS RF 17x7.5 +48

Views: 85,666

Posted By blackstripe77

Had these a while but never got a chance to come...

Had these a while but never got a chance to come back to this very helpful thread to post some updates! I switched to these from a similarly lightweight 16" setup with a wider offset, and felt the...

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

04-07-2021, 01:00 PM

Replies: 21

Any good stereo systems for an 86?

Views: 7,193

Posted By blackstripe77

Thanks for the heads up! Yeah might not be a...

Thanks for the heads up!

Yeah might not be a huge issue. At the moment it autoplays on the stock unit, but usually I go into the phone to make sure it’s playing from Spotify then I’m good to go....

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

04-06-2021, 12:01 PM

Replies: 21

Any good stereo systems for an 86?

Views: 7,193

Posted By blackstripe77

Thank you so much for the info! Updated reviews...

Thank you so much for the info! Updated reviews on these are getting pretty rare in 2021 lol.

Yeah I’d love to be able to avoid those big touchscreens if I can. There’s not a whole lot of single...

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

04-02-2021, 10:17 AM

Replies: 21

Any good stereo systems for an 86?

Views: 7,193

Posted By blackstripe77

I’ve been looking into the DEH-80PRS - everything...

I’ve been looking into the DEH-80PRS - everything about it seems great, but have some concerns that the unit is a little outdated. Is the head unit able to display text when an iPhone is connected...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

11-05-2020, 11:49 PM

Replies: 734

Anybody got 16 inch wheels on their FR-S /BRZ?

Views: 406,665

Posted By blackstripe77

My main concern is running the 25mm spacers long...

My main concern is running the 25mm spacers long term... I guess when I throw the new set up on I'll see how I like them. I'd be much keener to keep these if they were a little wider and better...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

11-04-2020, 02:54 AM

Replies: 734

Anybody got 16 inch wheels on their FR-S /BRZ?

Views: 406,665

Posted By blackstripe77

Sorry - realized I failed to list the specs! ...

Sorry - realized I failed to list the specs!

These are stock GB5 Legacy GTB wheels in 16x6.5+55 with 25mm spacers. 205/55R16 Bridgestone RE003s are mounted.

I'm really digging this...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

11-01-2020, 01:20 AM

Replies: 734

Anybody got 16 inch wheels on their FR-S /BRZ?

Views: 406,665

Posted By blackstripe77

Can finally post to this thread - I don't plan on...

Can finally post to this thread - I don't plan on keeping this setup but I'm really liking how this looks. Some iPhone pics from when I had them installed.

https://i.imgur.com/fOVfmZW.jpg

...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

06-23-2019, 01:33 AM

Replies: 19

Wheel Directory: WedsSport TC105X 17x8.0 +42

Views: 12,528

Posted By blackstripe77

Thank you, exactly what I was looking for! ...

Thank you, exactly what I was looking for!

Now they just need to release these in the TS-TITAN color!

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-12-2019, 05:30 AM

Replies: 104

No Issue After J02 Recall: Registry Thread

Views: 33,786

Posted By blackstripe77

My car is going to Subaru tomorrow morning....

My car is going to Subaru tomorrow morning. They've verbally told me both that there is no warranty except on the valve springs themselves (helpful...:thumbdown:), and also that they will take care...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-10-2019, 10:51 PM

Replies: 104

No Issue After J02 Recall: Registry Thread

Views: 33,786

Posted By blackstripe77

No Issue After J02 Recall: Registry Thread

Just wanted to create a thread to see how many people have had their recalls completed and have not seen any issues after 500 miles or 800km. Seems only fair to get both sides of the story!

...

Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing

03-28-2018, 11:35 PM

Replies: 55

STI Pinks Springs

Views: 31,667

Posted By blackstripe77

Can anyone comment further on the ride quality of...

Can anyone comment further on the ride quality of the pink springs? I'm looking for a mild drop, but the stock setup is already quite busy over rougher surfaces, and already have a hard time keeping...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

03-29-2017, 10:55 AM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

https://youtu.be/Ohb7vzmpQKs ...

https://youtu.be/Ohb7vzmpQKs
https://youtu.be/2mRLIBx05R0

These still look and sound amazing. Can anyone chime in on how these videos are compared to the sound in person or whilst driving?

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

03-03-2017, 09:51 AM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

According to this its only 17kg, which is about...

According to this its only 17kg, which is about 37lbs. Saw on another thread that the stock catback was 38lbs, so they should be about the same. Not sure why its listed as 50lbs on the first page......

Forum: Member's Car Journals

01-26-2017, 09:05 PM

Replies: 16

Bristecom's 2017 Subaru BRZ Performance Package

Views: 10,864

Posted By blackstripe77

Would appreciate some weights when you get the...

Would appreciate some weights when you get the chance to take the wheels off the car! Thanks!

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-13-2017, 05:40 AM

Replies: 21

Wheel Directory: Desmond Regamaster MP 17x8.0 +35

Views: 12,602

Posted By blackstripe77

Considering Rega's because lightweight, and a set...

Considering Rega's because lightweight, and a set just came up for sale. Also I've always liked this design. Forged in a Russian weapons factory also sounds pretty damn cool.

Wasn't my first...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-12-2017, 08:59 PM

Replies: 21

Wheel Directory: Desmond Regamaster MP 17x8.0 +35

Views: 12,602

Posted By blackstripe77

jono_l does anyone have pics of a set of 17x7...

jono_l does anyone have pics of a set of 17x7 mounted up? Or any of 17"s on stock ride height? A set of 17x7+45 just came up for sale, but as I'm staying stock height I'm worried they'll look tiny. I...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

12-18-2016, 10:11 PM

Replies: 20

Bridgetsone S-04 vs. Bridgestone RE760 ~ Suggestions?

Views: 6,460

Posted By blackstripe77

I would definitely recommend the Indy 500/RE003....

I would definitely recommend the Indy 500/RE003. They are like two generations newer.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

09-09-2016, 06:32 AM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

Interesting, thanks! Also good to know...

Interesting, thanks!

Also good to know these exhausts will probably outlive the car.

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

09-08-2016, 01:42 AM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

Resurrecting this thread because I found a local...

Resurrecting this thread because I found a local dealer and have finally been putting a few more miles on the car. Also realized the car is pretty noisy as is without exhaust noise. And that the...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

07-26-2016, 02:53 AM

Replies: 124

Yakima Roof Rack w/ Pics

Views: 193,053

Posted By blackstripe77

Still looking, this time because I may need to...

Still looking, this time because I may need to start carrying a second bike... worried about denting the roof though, looks like neither the Yakima or the Seasucker are good options given the thin...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

05-23-2016, 05:08 AM

Replies: 124

Yakima Roof Rack w/ Pics

Views: 193,053

Posted By blackstripe77

Nice sobrz! I just spent like an hour on Google...

Nice sobrz! I just spent like an hour on Google looking for something like this (a longer board strapped to a roof rack), didn't realize this post was here the whole time. I'm still a little hesitant...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

05-05-2016, 07:29 AM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

Haha I think I'm a bit far. I haven't...

Haha I think I'm a bit far.

I haven't checked out the Apexi or the Injen but I'm going to assume they're both pretty loud! Was kind of looking for something similar to my Mugen exhaust on my RB3...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

05-04-2016, 04:15 AM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

Ahh to be really honest that's a little...

Ahh to be really honest that's a little disappointing! I was hoping to get a few more low frequency rumbles in the cabin with an all stock car + HKS Legamax Sports. Strange, considering how poorly...

Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

05-03-2016, 11:22 PM

Replies: 235

HKS Exhaust Choices - Which one do I go with?

Views: 109,652

Posted By blackstripe77

Yobiwan Torry@HKSUSA I know the Legamax...

Yobiwan Torry@HKSUSA

I know the Legamax Sports sounds pretty close to stock in terms of noise level at idle, but can you hear it from inside the car under part-throttle acceleration? How does it...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

04-26-2016, 10:26 PM

Replies: 734

Anybody got 16 inch wheels on their FR-S /BRZ?

Views: 406,665

Posted By blackstripe77

So I just found that the Potenza RE003 appears to...

So I just found that the Potenza RE003 appears to have been introduced to the US as the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 if anyone was looking for a new UHP tire.

Also from reviews it seems like both...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

04-25-2016, 03:11 AM

Replies: 734

Anybody got 16 inch wheels on their FR-S /BRZ?

Views: 406,665

Posted By blackstripe77

How does the ride on 16" wheels compare to the...

How does the ride on 16" wheels compare to the stock 17s on Primacies over damaged pavement and manhole covers etc? I'm finding the ride a bit stiff/jittery on the stock 17s but I also hate...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-14-2016, 03:56 AM

Replies: 26

Wheels, tires and ride comfort.

Views: 9,049

Posted By blackstripe77

Also if we're talking only about tires, in the...

Also if we're talking only about tires, in the same size, would I be gaining/losing anything in terms of ride harshness when comparing the stock Primacies/PSS/Potenza?

For reference, my BRZ has...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-13-2016, 11:16 PM

Replies: 26

Wheels, tires and ride comfort.

Views: 9,049

Posted By blackstripe77

Actually, that looks perfect. Fears quelled. Did...

Actually, that looks perfect. Fears quelled. Did the ride change at all?

Was hoping the drop in unsprung weight alone could improve ride quality, but it sounds like my mileage could vary...

Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack

01-13-2016, 07:24 AM

Replies: 26

Wheels, tires and ride comfort.

Views: 9,049

Posted By blackstripe77

Wheels, tires and ride comfort.

Hi guys! Frequent lurker, first time poster here! Currently drive a stock BRZ.

I was wondering this: How much does wheel weight and tire selection affect ride comfort?

I've been finding the...

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