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Forum: Southwest 06-22-2015, 04:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,513
Posted By eljefe
Tran's Auto Body in Arlington....

Tran's Auto Body in Arlington. (http://transautobody.com/)

I've been going there for close to 10 years, and I refer all of my friends and family there.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-22-2015, 02:32 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 58,066
Posted By eljefe
Just thought I would drop in and share my...

Just thought I would drop in and share my experience thus far. I've had these springs since the car was very new, and I now have 36k miles. I am sad to report that my OEM shocks have seen better...
Forum: Southwest 01-05-2015, 09:12 PM
Replies: 1,828
Views: 457,458
Posted By eljefe
WTS or possibly trade. 5Zigen FN01R-C...

WTS or possibly trade.
5Zigen FN01R-C (discontinued) 5x100 weight 17.8lbs
In brand new, never mounted condition.
17x8, +35, with 225/45/17
Powder coat matte black
Bridgestone Potenza RE760 sport...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-22-2013, 11:17 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 43,841
Posted By eljefe
75/month, Allstate 26yo, full coverage, 1k...

75/month, Allstate

26yo, full coverage, 1k deductible.

I also have my other car insured with them, as well as my home. So i'm sure that helps bring down my rate.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 06-28-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,081
Posted By eljefe
Heres what I did on my Civic. Unfortunately this...

Heres what I did on my Civic. Unfortunately this would not be possible with this car, at least not yet to my knowledge, until more open ecu tuning solutions become available. (or a good standalone)
...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 06-26-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,787
Posted By eljefe
Nice car, i cant believe i haven't seen you...

Nice car, i cant believe i haven't seen you around yet. Do you go to any of the meets?
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 06-07-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,462
Posted By eljefe
Thanks TRD_07 for taking this pic at the meet: ...

Thanks TRD_07 for taking this pic at the meet:


http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=40023&stc=1&d=1370616405
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-06-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 22,949
Posted By eljefe
My SiR cluster in my hatch is all amber, so...

My SiR cluster in my hatch is all amber, so naturally i like the BRZ one better. All red in all my cars. jdm yo :p
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 06-03-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,796
Posted By eljefe
Every car i've put slotted rotors on has made...

Every car i've put slotted rotors on has made that sound. I've got Wilwoods on my race car and they make that sound, as well as my old RSX which had slotted rotors.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-30-2013, 12:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,641
Posted By eljefe
I did too. I was careful and i haven't had any...

I did too. I was careful and i haven't had any issues, but i saw a thread where several people blew theirs. I used short bursts with the gun to loosen it, and it worked out fine for me.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-30-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,641
Posted By eljefe
Correct. I kept my stock shocks and i haven't had...

Correct. I kept my stock shocks and i haven't had any problems yet. I expect the life of them to be decreased vs. stock, but I can live with that. When they blow, ill upgrade to Koni's. Just be...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-30-2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,641
Posted By eljefe
I spent 160 dollars on Tein S tech springs. I...

I spent 160 dollars on Tein S tech springs. I kept my stock shocks. Install took about 2 hours in my driveway.

My handling feels much tighter, stiffer than stock yet still plenty comfortable for...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 05-22-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 85,941
Posted By eljefe
Just followed this write up. Made my own...

Just followed this write up. Made my own invisicord by using pins out of a DB9 serial plug. Chopped my radar's power cord in half and soldered on the pins, heat shrinked everything, made it look nice...
Forum: Interior Parts (Incl. Lighting) 05-22-2013, 03:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,484
Posted By eljefe
I am just a little bit dumber having read this. ...

I am just a little bit dumber having read this.

Also i ordered one of these knobs and i can vouch for the quality. I gave it to my friend with an FRS though, since TRD doesnt really go with my...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-21-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,392
Posted By eljefe
I spray mine with diluted simple green, then...

I spray mine with diluted simple green, then spray with water, this gets most of the dirt off. Then i wipe them down with a microfiber towel to clean/dry them.

I used to use meguiars wheel...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-17-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,354
Posted By eljefe
Are you guys trying to correct your camber, or...

Are you guys trying to correct your camber, or get it to be more negative? im confused.

When i dropped my car the rear went negative so i want to bring it back to zero, obviously i cant use these...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 05-16-2013, 05:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,267
Posted By eljefe
the cover from subaru is not even 400... i think...

the cover from subaru is not even 400... i think it was like 100 or 200...

but if i were going to get a cover id get one from california car cover company. I've owned 2 of them for different cars...
Forum: Exterior Parts - The Rest 05-14-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 11,796
Posted By eljefe
When can i order front lip and side skirts?

When can i order front lip and side skirts?
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 05-08-2013, 10:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,280
Posted By eljefe
I smoked for almost 10 years. One day i just...

I smoked for almost 10 years. One day i just decided enough was enough. I made up my mind that i didn't smoke anymore, so i didn't.

I had tried to quit numerous times before, but my heart wasnt...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-07-2013, 05:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,483
Posted By eljefe
jack up the car and look at the spring perch. If...

jack up the car and look at the spring perch. If one area looks like the dirt and/or paint has been rubbed off, then its rubbing. If not, you're good. You probably dont even have to take the wheel off
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-07-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 18,758
Posted By eljefe
if your car is under warranty, then run it. If it...

if your car is under warranty, then run it. If it blows, drain the tank and take it in.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-07-2013, 12:37 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 50,457
Posted By eljefe
It's not necessary, as in it will run fine either...

It's not necessary, as in it will run fine either way, but best practice is to remove the negative terminal on the battery for a minute to allow the ecu to reset.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-07-2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 8,973
Posted By eljefe
The paint itself isnt the issue. They could...

The paint itself isnt the issue. They could potentially argue that your removal/reinstall resulted in failure, if something were to happen.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-07-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 50,457
Posted By eljefe
The first 1k miles on my car (stock) i averaged...

The first 1k miles on my car (stock) i averaged about 26mpg. After K&N drop in i reset and drove another 1000 miles, averaged like 27.8. Then i got my afe takeda and after almost 4k miles on it, im...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-07-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 50,457
Posted By eljefe
k&n drop in made my mpg increase quite a bit....

k&n drop in made my mpg increase quite a bit. Also helped throttle response.

now i have afe takeda dry intake, and my mpg has gone way down but the powerband feels much smoother especially when...
Forum: Southwest 05-06-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 292,380
Posted By eljefe
I live in the Kirby Creek neighborhood at that...

I live in the Kirby Creek neighborhood at that same location... I've seen an asphalt FRS driving, I'm in the silver BRZ with bronze wheels.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-03-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,475
Posted By eljefe
I have the afe takeda intake, which is exactly...

I have the afe takeda intake, which is exactly the same as the greddy. I left the sound tube hole capped, and removed all of the tubing. I bought a pvc plug from Lowe's and plugged the hole in the...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-01-2013, 01:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,441
Posted By eljefe
I am running a 17x8 +35 wheel, but i have...

I am running a 17x8 +35 wheel, but i have 225/45/17 tires. I am nowhere close to rubbing, and i have an even more aggressive drop than you will have.

Hope this helps. It looks like youve done your...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-01-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 132,894
Posted By eljefe
You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. ...

You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar.

Thank you for sharing that with us. And congratulations on your new purchase.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 05-01-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 50,232
Posted By eljefe
You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. ...

You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar.

Thank you for sharing that with us. And congratulations on your new purchase.
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