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Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 12-03-2013, 06:19 PM
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Posted By console_cowboy
I went ahead and pulled them off for now. They...

I went ahead and pulled them off for now. They are pretty hard to bend, so I wasn't able to get it without my vise, which I currently don't have due to being in the middle of a move. They came off...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 12-02-2013, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
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Posted By console_cowboy
Remove Rear EBrake Guard

Has anyone else had to remove the rear e-brake guards on a BRZ/FRS when running large width wheels? I've got a bit of rubbing between my wheels and the guards when running enkei raijin 18x9.5" +45...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,577
Posted By console_cowboy
Just look at adjustable top hats. There are a ton...

Just look at adjustable top hats. There are a ton of them out there, I have no clue which ones do or do not work with the factory spring cap. You'll have to make sure that they work with the factory...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 04:38 PM
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Posted By console_cowboy
I'm no suspension expert, you'll have to ask some...

I'm no suspension expert, you'll have to ask some of the other guys in the forums if you want a very detailed answer, but I will do my best to explain.

On mcpherson struts, the increased camber...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 03:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,439
Posted By console_cowboy
I went with the OEM crash bolts and SPC rear LCAs...

I went with the OEM crash bolts and SPC rear LCAs as well. It was the most cost effective and easiest install option there is currently, but any of the rear LCAs will do the job.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 02:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,577
Posted By console_cowboy
What I mean by that is, when my car had -2.5 or...

What I mean by that is, when my car had -2.5 or so negative camber after the spring install, it was more tail happy than it is with -1.3. More camber generally means more negative camber as positive...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,643
Posted By console_cowboy
The STI pinks are mystery spring rates. I know...

The STI pinks are mystery spring rates. I know STI makes them and they are probably fine, I really don't like the idea of going with springs without knowing the rates on them. It makes it harder to...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,439
Posted By console_cowboy
Honestly, I think you're running too much camber...

Honestly, I think you're running too much camber in the rear. I could be wrong, but my handling improved a great deal once I got my rear camber around -1.5. It also helped to have it equaled out and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-15-2013, 12:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,556
Posted By console_cowboy
I'm running about -1.3 deg of camber and .12 toe...

I'm running about -1.3 deg of camber and .12 toe in for the rear. A little bit of toe-in on makes the car feel a lot more stable at speed. As long as you're toe is in, you should be fine.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 10:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,406
Posted By console_cowboy
Crash bolts are an OEM part, so you can get them...

Crash bolts are an OEM part, so you can get them from whatever Subaru OEM source you have. They are cheap, so I would just call your dealership or get them with the RCE kit.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 10:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,276
Posted By console_cowboy
Well if you're going to go with the UCA...

Well if you're going to go with the UCA adjustment bushings, the best deal going is this:
http://www.racecompengineering.com/index.php/subaru/2013-brz-scion-fr-s/brz-lite.html

This is RCE's kit...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 10:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,276
Posted By console_cowboy
No, the RCE kit comes with Subaru OEM crash...

No, the RCE kit comes with Subaru OEM crash bolts, not whiteline crash bolts. I personally would not use the whiteline crash bolts (in your case), due to the clamping torque they hold. The OEM crash...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,406
Posted By console_cowboy
Honestly asking about max crash bolt camber...

Honestly asking about max crash bolt camber doesn't give a specific number, as most people are getting different numbers when using the same crash bolts. Based on what I saw, you shouldn't get more...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:44 AM
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Posted By console_cowboy
-1.1 all around sounds fine to me, only a little...

-1.1 all around sounds fine to me, only a little less than my car is running. If they got the toe set, you should be good to go. Drive and enjoy!
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,406
Posted By console_cowboy
I guess your Firestone has an annoying manager. I...

I guess your Firestone has an annoying manager. I get my lifetime alignment at Firestone and they have no problem working on my modified vehicle. Honestly, I don't know why they would complain...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,406
Posted By console_cowboy
Yes, you should check your alignment after any...

Yes, you should check your alignment after any adjustment to the camber on our car. For every deg of neg camber, our car toes in by about 3/32 if what I've read is correct. Personally, I get a...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 349
Views: 86,091
Posted By console_cowboy
So was the fourth set the newest revision or was...

So was the fourth set the newest revision or was it still the same old design? If you still have issues with the new revision, then I'd be worried. If its the old version, I would expect them to fail...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,406
Posted By console_cowboy
The crash bolts are available from Subaru for...

The crash bolts are available from Subaru for under $10. They are a factory bolt that replaces the upper strut bolt (there are two). The factory bolt in that location has a thickened shank and the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,276
Posted By console_cowboy
As far as the whiteline strut mounts, they are...

As far as the whiteline strut mounts, they are doing some improvements to fix a "pop" noise they make occasionally. Mine pop once per a day and have not gotten worse like others report. I have been...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-13-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,276
Posted By console_cowboy
I have no issue with sliding my rear wheels, even...

I have no issue with sliding my rear wheels, even with the much larger tires. The tires I have are not the best, so that probably helps. The car is just easy to flick with the proper input. I really...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-13-2013, 06:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,276
Posted By console_cowboy
I would have to really suggest the RCE Yellow...

I would have to really suggest the RCE Yellow springs. The shortened bumpstops really do help with keeping a totally factory feel. I have had them on my car for several months and they perform great....
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-13-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,099
Posted By console_cowboy
I am running 255/35/18 tires with RCE Yellow...

I am running 255/35/18 tires with RCE Yellow springs. I had no trouble before lowering, so I am sure that is part of the issue. I'm using Kumho Ecsta LE Sport tires, and I am honestly not sure if...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-13-2013, 12:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,099
Posted By console_cowboy
Rear Parking Brake Guard Rub (Meaty Rear Tires)

So I'm running +45 offset 18x9.5" wide wheels with 255/35/18 tires and I am having a slight issue with my wheels rubbing against the parking brake guards during high G cornering. If anyone hears a...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-12-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,721
Posted By console_cowboy
The offset on these wheels is +45, although I...

The offset on these wheels is +45, although I would probably get a slightly different offset in the rear. +45 with 18x9.5" wide wheels requires a little bit more work in terms of fitting against the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-11-2013, 09:37 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 94,894
Posted By console_cowboy
You can't use camber bolts in the rear, although...

You can't use camber bolts in the rear, although some people have tried. I would not recommend the camber bolt in the rear method. The two best ways to adjust rear camber are the whiteline camber...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-11-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,271
Posted By console_cowboy
Well the ST coilovers are basically KW (very good...

Well the ST coilovers are basically KW (very good quality coils) coilovers without the stainless steel body. I've heard good things about the coating ST uses and there are several good reviews on...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-10-2013, 10:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,721
Posted By console_cowboy
Finally installed the whiteline com-c top hats....

Finally installed the whiteline com-c top hats. Having a slight pop up front on the first turn of the day or so. I also discovered a rub from the large wheels in the rear. It only happens on high G...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-09-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,353
Posted By console_cowboy
I had rubbing issues with 245/35/18 tires on my...

I had rubbing issues with 245/35/18 tires on my brz with just crash bolts and -.5 camber. With 245/40 tires, might work on 17" wheels, won't work for 18" wheels. I have switched to using the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-09-2013, 08:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,353
Posted By console_cowboy
Get the OEM crash bolts. You won't get quite as...

Get the OEM crash bolts. You won't get quite as much adjustment as the thinner Whiteline or SPC camber bolts, but those only torque to about 70 ft/lbs. The oem crash bolts are torqued to 106 ft/lbs,...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-08-2013, 04:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,353
Posted By console_cowboy
I installed my springs myself, and it was really...

I installed my springs myself, and it was really quite easy. I didn't even have to use a spring compressor to do the install. Took me and a buddy about 3 hours, with breaks due to the intense heat. I...
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