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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

04-03-2016, 01:38 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

Also I said the car MAY fall short. To which...

Also I said the car MAY fall short. To which TCoat and Ultramarron corrected me.

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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

04-03-2016, 01:36 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

I am NOT offering advice on the cars performance....

I am NOT offering advice on the cars performance.
This happens to me even when am driving my current car.
The rest of my opinions are based solely on my research from this forum.
I DO NOT talk...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

04-03-2016, 12:51 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

So I started looking around the forum for ways...

So I started looking around the forum for ways other than FI.
And of course being in CA means the annoying but absolutely required CARB.
That leaves us with FI or NA tune.
Yeah there are...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

04-03-2016, 12:48 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

Haha. I agree. Sometimes though it irritates me....

Haha. I agree. Sometimes though it irritates me. Coz only after I start overtake, they feel the need to pick up their pace.
I can imagine the BRZs power may fall short..

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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

04-03-2016, 11:58 AM

Replies: 87

CARB Approved Master List thread

Views: 49,082

Posted By yamrossi

Software tuning will probably pass smog check...

Software tuning will probably pass smog check too. Since there is no way for the tech to catch that.

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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission

04-03-2016, 11:47 AM

Replies: 24

Legal Question

Views: 8,261

Posted By yamrossi

So in CA, the only ways to add power or remove...

So in CA, the only ways to add power or remove the 'dip' is NA tune, FI with or without tune.
There are a few others like intake, cat back exhaust etc. But the gain is low. No headers, full exhaust...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

04-01-2016, 09:58 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

So even a car as old as the Healy had more torque...

So even a car as old as the Healy had more torque than the BRZ????

Lol..Just kidding...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

03-31-2016, 10:39 AM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

Good point about classic cars..

Good point about classic cars..

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

03-31-2016, 01:08 AM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

Lol...

Lol...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

03-30-2016, 02:56 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

I have a theory which I probably read somewhere....

I have a theory which I probably read somewhere. Don't remember.
But I believe Toyota is benefitting more from this venture than Subaru. Also if this car had more power, it would be priced in the...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

03-30-2016, 12:45 PM

Replies: 87

Views: 19,669

Posted By yamrossi

Unpopular Opinion: Interesting read..

http://www.thedrive.com/article/2759/unpopular-opinion-the-subaru-brz-scion-fr-s-doesnt-need-a-turbo

Forum: Forced Induction

03-27-2016, 02:41 PM

Replies: 1,568

Cosworth Supercharger Owners Thread

Views: 381,076

Posted By yamrossi

Found this article on CarThrottle ...

Found this article on CarThrottle

https://www.carthrottle.com/post/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-supercharging-a-toyota-gt86/

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Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs....

03-24-2016, 01:24 AM

Replies: 25

FRS/BRZ vs. ND Miata

Views: 12,996

Posted By yamrossi

Drove the ND Miata Sport back to back after the...

Drove the ND Miata Sport back to back after the BRZ. First difference that struck me is the steering. The BRZ has so much steering feel and feedback. The Miata on the other hand seems numb.
The BRZ...

Forum: Forced Induction

03-23-2016, 12:06 AM

Replies: 123

How reliable is a boosted FRS/BRZ?

Views: 87,124

Posted By yamrossi

From the research I did, the JR kit seems well...

From the research I did, the JR kit seems well sorted.
Check the owners thread for details about issues.
Also don't take anything at face value. Give it some thought.

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-21-2016, 11:41 AM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

I agree completely. I took this driving course...

I agree completely.
I took this driving course recently. It's called Audi Sports car experience at the Sonoma Raceway. It's a little expensive, but totally worth it.
It was a fantastic learning...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-21-2016, 11:38 AM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

You bring up a good point. I have consciously...

You bring up a good point. I have consciously attempted to not be influenced by the "more power" crowd.
Guess I was a little bit.
From my brief experiences driving this car, it's excellent out of...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-21-2016, 11:32 AM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

I won't go FI right out of the box. I will drive...

I won't go FI right out of the box. I will drive it first and then make the call.
The other cars WRX STI included are all excellent cars.
But once you sit in the cockpit of the BRZ, you immediately...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

03-20-2016, 09:52 PM

Replies: 542

Sticky: Subaru Dealer Blacklist (Surprise markups and other shady dealings)

Views: 285,044

Posted By yamrossi

Test drove BRZ Premium at Stevens Creek Subaru,...

Test drove BRZ Premium at Stevens Creek Subaru, CA.
The sales guy gave me some absurd info about the car. One of them being the BRZ has more down force better aero than the Ferrari 438...
COME...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

03-20-2016, 09:02 PM

Replies: 199

Highest mileage FRS\BRZ

Views: 78,296

Posted By yamrossi

What were the major issues if any with FI? Also...

What were the major issues if any with FI?
Also do you track your car? Autocross? Canyon driving?

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-20-2016, 06:32 PM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

I had similar thoughts. Early production issues...

I had similar thoughts. Early production issues on the FRS. Add to that the first FI kit with unknown quality and testing.
It's not going to be smooth.
Some issues are valid like heat mgmt,...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-20-2016, 06:27 PM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

Haha.. Well put sir..

Haha.. Well put sir..

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-20-2016, 06:21 PM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

Well, this may seem far fetched. I am in the...

Well, this may seem far fetched. I am in the process of buying a fun car. I have driven the usual lot Mini, NC Miata Fiesta ST etc.
I am doing some research before putting down my savings. This...

Forum: Forced Induction

03-20-2016, 04:52 PM

Replies: 123

How reliable is a boosted FRS/BRZ?

Views: 87,124

Posted By yamrossi

I think this is based on empirical evidence. From...

I think this is based on empirical evidence. From the factory it seems like this platform was not meant to go FI. Case in point sealed engine bay and heat issues.
Check this video out:...

Forum: Forced Induction

03-20-2016, 04:07 PM

Replies: 123

How reliable is a boosted FRS/BRZ?

Views: 87,124

Posted By yamrossi

Bonburner I have seen a number of people...

Bonburner
I have seen a number of people mention this but with no conclusive argument.
Why do you say the twins were I tended to be modded?
Did someone research this? Or the manufacturers said it?

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

03-20-2016, 02:49 PM

Replies: 59

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

Views: 34,575

Posted By yamrossi

Problems with the FRS-BRZ platform

I am posting this to hear thoughts from the community. I am looking to buy a BRZ. After reading a decent amount of posts, I was pretty sure, the discovered issues were sorted out or could be sorted....