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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-23-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,111,038
Posted By MarcFr-s
Bought mine in late 2013 in very hot SoCal,...

Bought mine in late 2013 in very hot SoCal, 90'something yesterday, and I've never had crickets, and it is supposedly very "crappy gas" here, although I'm not sure what that means. I've just read...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-24-2016, 06:42 PM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,233,268
Posted By MarcFr-s
My car is only slightly lowered and my front...

My car is only slightly lowered and my front bumper is pretty scraped up on the bottom, driveways mainly. I imagine if I had a lip it would be gone, lol.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-27-2016, 11:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,443
Posted By MarcFr-s
The car is small and harder to see and easier to...

The car is small and harder to see and easier to be hidden by other cars. Sounds like bad luck. Keep it and keep driving defensively like you have to on a bike. Most accidents can be avoided.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-24-2016, 11:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,662
Posted By MarcFr-s
I have a sunroof in my other car and rarely use...

I have a sunroof in my other car and rarely use it, it's either too hot or too cold or too noisy. But it would be a nice option, but doubtful the sales level would warrant it. Although the new Miata...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 07-16-2016, 02:30 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,069
Posted By MarcFr-s
I use the Wipe New products Consumers Report...

I use the Wipe New products Consumers Report rated high for long lasting. They are pricey for a small amount, but you don't have to use it very often. I get it at CVS drug stores in their As Seen on...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-18-2016, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,111,038
Posted By MarcFr-s
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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-21-2016, 01:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,767
Posted By MarcFr-s
A very long drive in any seat can have adverse...

A very long drive in any seat can have adverse effects on the lumbar, lower back. Lots of pillows, products out there for extra lower back support. Stopping, walking around, stretching really helps...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-20-2016, 02:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 47,344
Posted By MarcFr-s
This sounds good. Stock our car is pretty short...

This sounds good. Stock our car is pretty short of 200 whp so I think this would be a big improvement especially if it gets rid of the torque dip. Gives you great reliability as well most likely.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-19-2016, 01:19 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 42,692
Posted By MarcFr-s
Suspension improvements; better tires, wheels,...

Suspension improvements; better tires, wheels, etc, allow you to go faster in the twistys or on the track, thus allowing you to use the higher torque available in the upper rpm range. So in a very...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-16-2016, 12:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,572
Posted By MarcFr-s
Tada says big changes coming in 2nd generation..

Toyota's chief engineer Tada is quoted that big changes are in store for the 2nd generation 86, including significantly lighter.. :thumbsup:
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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-15-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 39,805
Posted By MarcFr-s
I like this car the way it is, but would love it...

I like this car the way it is, but would love it if it had more torque, especially after getting into autocross a little. Not enough torque to accelerate out of a tight turn. Sounds like Toyota...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-09-2016, 11:11 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 44,559
Posted By MarcFr-s
Not really "Odd", more like " Great" A guy at a...

Not really "Odd", more like " Great" A guy at a gas station asked if my firestorm Fr-s was the new smaller Ferrari, lol. Put a smile on my face and kinda made me want to de-bage, lol.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-30-2016, 11:32 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 25,937
Posted By MarcFr-s
I don't know. The video and pics at the show...

I don't know. The video and pics at the show certainly look better than the rendering, but the front end is bugging me. I like the wider opening but it's too busy, and too much black plastic. Those...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-27-2016, 03:18 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 58,964
Posted By MarcFr-s
There was also mention in interviews of this...

There was also mention in interviews of this power increase coming from a "redesigned intake and reduced friction internals." Moto's speculation that the 5hp and torque increase brings the output to...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 03-22-2016, 10:41 PM
Replies: 1,393
Views: 342,718
Posted By MarcFr-s
More pics and video. Pretty damn nice! ...

More pics and video. Pretty damn nice!

http://www.theverge.com/2016/3/22/11287786/mazda-miata-rx5-rf-announced-new-york-auto-show-2016/in/11039407

But not enough black plastic pieces in the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-21-2016, 11:36 PM
Replies: 3,507
Views: 1,111,038
Posted By MarcFr-s
I'm not liking all the black plastic and the...

I'm not liking all the black plastic and the cheesy fake? finned side vents. Wasn't that the main gripe of the BRZ front, the big black plastic mustache? Not long after getting my 2013 firestorm Fr-s...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-25-2016, 11:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,269
Posted By MarcFr-s
I got a good deal from Diane at Carson Toyota,...

I got a good deal from Diane at Carson Toyota, Fleet & Internet Director. Bit of a drive for you but might be worth it. Check out True Car as well, that is how I found Diane. There was a Credit...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-09-2016, 10:52 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 23,980
Posted By MarcFr-s
No front license plate since I bought in 8/13, no...

No front license plate since I bought in 8/13, no ticket, knock on wood. Looks way better without. No front license plate on another car I bought and still have in 2004, no ticket, knock on more...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-13-2015, 12:57 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 16,460
Posted By MarcFr-s
This is definitely the lightest clutch I've ever...

This is definitely the lightest clutch I've ever used, that's why I like it so much. No problem even in traffic, and I have a bad left knee as well. As someone said, test drive and compare.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-14-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 14,101
Posted By MarcFr-s
It's been awhile for me, but here in California,...

It's been awhile for me, but here in California, you have to pass smog when buying used, but maybe that doesn't apply to newer cars? Not sure. You will have trouble passing with the aftermarket...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 10-10-2015, 08:46 PM
Replies: 843
Views: 208,615
Posted By MarcFr-s
So is the S-FR gonna beat the F-RS on the track...

So is the S-FR gonna beat the F-RS on the track like the new Miata has in several head to head test drive comparisons? The F-RS is gonna need a bigger power upgrade than the one talked about for...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-21-2015, 11:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,319
Posted By MarcFr-s
Knock on wood, never put front license plate on...

Knock on wood, never put front license plate on my car I bought new in 2004, and not on my Fr-s in Aug of 2013, no tickets. I believe it's a fix it ticket with a small fine. Most of the time I think...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-19-2015, 05:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,326
Posted By MarcFr-s
The TRD exhaust cost me $1100, retail at the...

The TRD exhaust cost me $1100, retail at the time, minus the discount off msrp, because it came with it when I bought the car new. I also negotiated the TRD intake, free install, because they drilled...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-15-2015, 12:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,502
Posted By MarcFr-s
You want to spice up the looks? Performance? ...

You want to spice up the looks? Performance? You going to track or autocross it? You going to keep it a long time? What's your budget? It handles pretty darn good stock, so drive it, think about,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-15-2015, 12:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,893
Posted By MarcFr-s
I cancelled them a few years back when they...

I cancelled them a few years back when they doubled my motorcycle insurance, no accidents, no tickets. When I called them on it they said because gas prices went up, more inexperienced people were...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-10-2015, 12:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,066
Posted By MarcFr-s
Do what you want to make it yours or different,...

Do what you want to make it yours or different, but yeah, you would need more red trim or other pieces to tie it together. Maybe red aero, spoiler, window spoiler? I don't know. Ya need a plan, then...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-24-2015, 01:26 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 13,688
Posted By MarcFr-s
I did something like this: ...

I did something like this:

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25376
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-21-2015, 12:55 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 14,170
Posted By MarcFr-s
I drove mine stock for the first 5k miles, did a...

I drove mine stock for the first 5k miles, did a few autox's, then changed out the wheels and tires, lowered a little with RSR Sport coilovers... Wow! What a difference! Looks better and handles...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-20-2015, 12:14 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 42,351
Posted By MarcFr-s
This^ After practicing, this works very well for...

This^ After practicing, this works very well for me, very easy to get out. Also helps to push with your left forearm off the seat too. Lean forward out the door over your left foot, leverage. It's...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-20-2015, 12:00 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 26,079
Posted By MarcFr-s
The 2016 has less peak power, but more mid-range...

The 2016 has less peak power, but more mid-range power and more torque overall and earlier. That coupled with being lighter makes it quite a bit faster and better handling than the old MX-5
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