Elliot's tS build

[Elliotw]

Did another round of oil changing.(diff, trans, engine)

fitted 3 season wheels with 5mm spacer. They look perfect now. From 43 offset to 38.
This bronze color is subtle.

Photo out front the shop.

[Elliotw]

Ordered replacement clutch/flywheel for my car. I went with the HKS LA Clutch kit.
Details on the product can be found here: https://www.hksusa.com/products/26010/AT001/1223


Between Winter and COVID my car has maybe driven 10 miles in the last 8 weeks. I went to use it the other day and it barely started(due to weak battery). I bought a CTEK battery tender now to keep the car's battery healthy.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Elliotw

Ordered replacement clutch/flywheel for my car. I went with the HKS LA Clutch kit.
Details on the product can be found here: https://www.hksusa.com/products/26010/AT001/1223


Between Winter and COVID my car has maybe driven 10 miles in the last 8 weeks. I went to use it the other day and it barely started(due to weak battery). I bought a CTEK battery tender now to keep the car's battery healthy.

This clutch has been on my radar for a while but there isn't much info out there on it. So looking forward to your experience.

[Elliotw]

Originally Posted by weederr33

This clutch has been on my radar for a while but there isn't much info out there on it. So looking forward to your experience.

Another interesting option is the Toda Clutch/Flywheel combo.
Info here: https://www.toda-racing.co.jp/en/pro...l/ojisama.html

[Elliotw]

Got some new goodies from Japan! First thing Ive bought off buyee which is a proxy bidding service for yahoo japan auctions
STI Muffler

[NoHaveMSG]

Daymnnnnnn. Very curious how it sounds.

[Elliotw]

Originally Posted by NoHaveMSG

Daymnnnnnn. Very curious how it sounds.

Hopefully perfect lol . Ive been though so many exhaust iterations on this vehicle. I also have the special STI muffler cushions coming as well. I'll report back after I install it. I am hoping its louder then my Fuji Authorize S but quieter then the nameless 5inch axleback

[Elliotw]

For fun I put together a mod list. some slight teasers in here that are on order. I hadn't realized the list had gotten so long. My wallet did though

Mods on the car or to be installed

• Edelbrock supercharger with upgraded bypass valve [$5,000]
• Ohlins R&T Coil-overs + Swift springs + Vorshlag Top Mounts [$3,000]
• Radium Catch can system[$350]
• Grimmspeed Master Cylinder Brace[$95]
• Gruppe-S UEL Catless headers + coated[$500]
• Tomei Over Pipe + coated[$300]
• DAMD Steering Wheel[$650]
• JDM OEM BRZ DRLs[$500]
• JDM OEM STI Shift Knob[$80]
• JDM OEM STI Badge [$100]
• JDM OEM STI Muffler[$1,700]
• JDM OEM STI Fender Garnish[$250]
• JDM OEM Side Marker [$80]
• JDM OEM STI muffler cushion x4 [$26] (44066AJ010)
• Valenti 4th tail light custom wired[$300]
• RaceSeng Metal shifter reverse lockout.[$90]
• RaceSeng Red tow hook.[$250]
• Wedsports TC105N 17x9 +35 summer/track wheels on Yokohama Advan 105[$2,000]
• JDM Prodrive GC-06H powder coated Super Rootbeer 18x8 + 43 & H&R 5mm spacers on OEM tires[$2,000]
• Jackson racing upgraded Radiator + Oil cooler combo[$850]
• Verus Engineering Hood vents [$250]
• HKS LA Clutch & Flywheel [$1,850]
• JDM Beatrush aluminum underpanel [$330]
• SRP Aluminum pedal covers[$130]
• Weathertech Floor Mats[$130]
• OEM Trunk rubber liner[$60]
• Goodridge SS brakelines [$130]
• DBA 4000 Slotted Front Rotors[$310]

Total: $21,311


Mods uninstalled or to be uninstalled

• Nameless axleback with 5" muffler[$650]
• Fujitsubo Authorize S[$800]
• Verus rear diffuser and wheel covering[$500]

I hope I didn't forget anything

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Elliotw

For fun I put together a mod list. some slight teasers in here that are on order. I hadn't realized the list had gotten so long. My wallet did though

Mods on the car or to be installed

• Edelbrock supercharger with upgraded bypass valve [$5,000]
• Ohlins R&T Coil-overs + Swift springs + Vorshlag Top Mounts [$3,000]
• Radium Catch can system[$350]
• Grimmspeed Master Cylinder Brace[$95]
• Gruppe-S UEL Catless headers + coated[$500]
• Tomei Over Pipe + coated[$300]
• DAMD Steering Wheel[$650]
• JDM OEM BRZ DRLs[$500]
• JDM OEM STI Shift Knob[$80]
• JDM OEM STI Badge [$100]
• JDM OEM STI Muffler[$1,700]
• JDM OEM STI Fender Garnish[$250]
• JDM OEM Side Marker [$80]
• JDM OEM STI muffler cushion x4 [$26] (44066AJ010)
• Valenti 4th tail light custom wired[$300]
• RaceSeng Metal shifter reverse lockout.[$90]
• RaceSeng Red tow hook.[$250]
• Wedsports TC105N 17x9 +35 summer/track wheels on Yokohama Advan 105[$2,000]
• JDM Prodrive GC-06H powder coated Super Rootbeer 18x8 + 43 & H&R 5mm spacers on OEM tires[$2,000]
• Jackson racing upgraded Radiator + Oil cooler combo[$850]
• Verus Engineering Hood vents [$250]
• HKS LA Clutch & Flywheel [$1,850]
• JDM Beatrush aluminum underpanel [$330]
• SRP Aluminum pedal covers[$130]
• Weathertech Floor Mats[$130]
• OEM Trunk rubber liner[$60]
• Goodridge SS brakelines [$130]
• DBA 4000 Slotted Front Rotors[$310]

Total: $21,311


Mods uninstalled or to be uninstalled

• Nameless axleback with 5" muffler[$650]
• Fujitsubo Authorize S[$800]
• Verus rear diffuser and wheel covering[$500]

I hope I didn't forget anything

This is why I made a google docs sheet so that I know how much I have spent or plan to spend. And then highlight what I have done or removed.

[Elliotw]

Originally Posted by weederr33

This is why I made a google docs sheet so that I know how much I have spent or plan to spend. And then highlight what I have done or removed.

That sounds like the right way to do it. I was using the ostrich head in sand approach. I figured it was time to come out LOL

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Elliotw

That sounds like the right way to do it. I was using the ostrich head in sand approach. I figured it was time to come out LOL

Lmao considering I have to be calculated with my spending, it's very wise. Also it let's me know what my budget is if I go down an expensive route, i.e. OEM or high end parts, or a more budget route like knock off brands. Which you've seen my build so you know which route I went lol.

[Elliotw]

Originally Posted by weederr33

Lmao considering I have to be calculated with my spending, it's very wise. Also it let's me know what my budget is if I go down an expensive route, i.e. OEM or high end parts, or a more budget route like knock off brands. Which you've seen my build so you know which route I went lol.

I love your build. I think you went the right direction. Even though the numbers may be a bit bigger. It's the cleanest yellow series out there. Good thing I got out that game I'd be no match.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Elliotw

I love your build. I think you went the right direction. Even though the numbers may be a bit bigger. It's the cleanest yellow series out there. Good thing I got out that game I'd be no match.

I do have a few more plans once I get the flexfuel sorted. But till I'm done with EMT school and get sent back off the military training, it will have to wait. But that's good because that sweet, sweet, government pay will really help

[Kiske]

Originally Posted by Elliotw

Got some new goodies from Japan! First thing Ive bought off buyee which is a proxy bidding service for yahoo japan auctions
STI Muffler

A really clean axle back you found on there.

How bad is buyee's deputy charges with double shipping? I haven't proxied since SMJ closed up shop.