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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-27-2023, 01:01 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 15,648
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
really its just levels to modification and...

really its just levels to modification and approaches to builds. the degree you're describing is the minimum it would cost to go all out on any car. If you're into fully modified cars then that makes...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-22-2022, 01:55 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,658
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Certainly could be the case, the timeline would...

Certainly could be the case, the timeline would work for it. The carfax had all Subaru dealer services consistently over the years, so when the recall wasn’t listed I assumed it was never done. Car...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-20-2022, 11:38 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,658
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
just bought a 200k mile completely stock 2013,...

just bought a 200k mile completely stock 2013, single owner with full service history, didn't think twice. it was half the price of lower mile 70-140k mile '13-16 examples. Been running fine for past...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 07-02-2022, 01:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,671
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Here an adapter that does this. A nice plug and...

Here an adapter that does this. A nice plug and play option.. it says it must plug into the back of the stereo but multiple people have connected it directly to the factory amp in the trunk.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-07-2021, 02:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,295
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
I totally get being interested in having a car...

I totally get being interested in having a car that appreciates significantly. But when I really sit down and assess everything, prioritizing this makes no sense for 99% of folks or generally at the...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 07-22-2021, 06:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 23,563
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
This link should be the google translated page ...

This link should be the google translated page

https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=ja&tl=en&u=https://motor-fan.jp/mf/article/1636/
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 06-21-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,239
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Really dislike the grill and bumper, but love...

Really dislike the grill and bumper, but love everything else. The current Tacoma looks great so this scaled up version for the Tundra a solid in my opinion. Just gotta find a way to tone down that...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-17-2021, 11:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,802
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
I understand being interested in hearing views on...

I understand being interested in hearing views on the implications of a new generation. I imagine it will be most similar to the 240sx and Silvia generations, other than maybe the easy engine swaps,...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 05-22-2021, 03:28 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 99,526
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Hoping for a pure white with no pearl. If the GR...

Hoping for a pure white with no pearl. If the GR has that option that would take me to Toyota.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-29-2021, 12:12 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 35,670
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Awesome! thats the goal. I am only familiar with...

Awesome! thats the goal. I am only familiar with the early gen 1 cluster so was not sure if that was an option.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-29-2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 187
Views: 35,670
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
I hope that dyno display can be removed.

I hope that dyno display can be removed.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-27-2021, 10:15 AM
Replies: 2,470
Views: 549,158
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Wow thanks for pointing that out, really...

Wow thanks for pointing that out, really surprising they didn't. It such a clear and easy way to differentiate it. Would really look quite nice I think too.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-20-2021, 12:44 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 35,670
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Honestly, only used the digital speedo on my gen...

Honestly, only used the digital speedo on my gen 1 and it was completely fine. The examples shown with each digit displayed are not preferable for me - too fast and not helpful.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-05-2021, 06:40 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 172,922
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Just a thought, the small wheel base change could...

Just a thought, the small wheel base change could be related to some increased front caster...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-05-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 752
Views: 172,922
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
The nostalgic type R fanboy in me wants that red...

The nostalgic type R fanboy in me wants that red carpet!
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 04-03-2021, 08:57 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 29,022
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Nice! Major congrats! Well done for getting the...

Nice! Major congrats! Well done for getting the boxster, my allegiance to hard tops would be tested as I know how enjoyable that must be to drive on a scenic route.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-30-2021, 03:58 PM
Replies: 3,595
Views: 453,141
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Comparing percentages for individual risks of a...

Comparing percentages for individual risks of a vaccine vs Covid doesn't account for transmissibility. If a person has a reaction to the vaccine, that only affects them. If they get Covid and...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-29-2021, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3,595
Views: 453,141
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Big thanks to Bonburner and others for taking the...

Big thanks to Bonburner and others for taking the time to elaborate on the nuance of this discussion.

For anyone that wants some clarity on the relationship between DNA, RNA, mRNA, etc. check...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-15-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,861
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
The dates are listed as day-month-year

The dates are listed as day-month-year
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-15-2021, 10:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,861
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
https://en.bidfax.info

https://en.bidfax.info
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-18-2020, 09:15 PM
Replies: 2,589
Views: 461,402
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
All good points. Honestly, as long as...

All good points.



Honestly, as long as it didn't become more aggressive looking I was gonna be happy with the exterior. I like the move toward a cayman style upper fender and headlight, the...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-18-2020, 07:06 PM
Replies: 2,589
Views: 461,402
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
I don't see how anyone can be unhappy with this...

I don't see how anyone can be unhappy with this car's spec and design. 230 hp, good torque NA four cylinder, that keeps an enjoyable redline. 6MT, handbrake, and light weight RWD. Styling cues from...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-13-2020, 09:09 PM
Replies: 454
Views: 91,948
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
I think this is gonna look much better than we...

I think this is gonna look much better than we are feeling right now. Front wheel bulges drawn all the way down to the front. Tail lights draw farther up the side of the car make for a nice rounder...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 08-12-2020, 11:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,956
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
Nice set up! those are some impressive wheels!!

Nice set up! those are some impressive wheels!!
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-02-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 734
Views: 407,079
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
https://i.imgur.com/06ateUm.jpg Added a...

https://i.imgur.com/06ateUm.jpg

Added a better photo
16x7.5 +46 5x100
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-02-2017, 10:24 AM
Replies: 734
Views: 407,079
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
https://i.imgur.com/4qUT1FN.jpg After...

https://i.imgur.com/4qUT1FN.jpg

After cleaning the paint up a bit
Forum: Member's Car Journals 10-28-2017, 09:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,033
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
This is awesome. These days anyone with the funds...

This is awesome. These days anyone with the funds can buy a fast 50-60k car off the lot.

Rather than do that, I like that you decided to basically build a brand new, top component and power, car...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 10-10-2017, 01:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,504
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
sold

sold
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 10-03-2017, 11:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,504
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
sold

sold
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 09-16-2017, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,504
Posted By surfwaxsmitty
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