supra2nv's GT86 (inspired by 14R TRD Griffon, and a lil bit of NSX)

[Luis_GT]

Off Topic, since M3



On topic:

Where did you order the JDM knee pads? and how much where they?

[FiRStsc10n]

Sorry for off topic.

[Anaxilus]

Originally Posted by ayau

I'm not sure how unique it will be when it's still a mass produced Subaru. Not hating. If it were my money, I'd rather buy a 2014 Cayman S, but that's just me.

For some of us, even the Cayman isn't a sharp enough weapon.

If some are of the same frame of mind as myself, the FRS/BRZ is a daily driver with better mileage and more cargo capacity than a Cayman (and hella cheaper insurance). This is also not our actual or only sports car either. This will be our beater car for those that don't want FWD, wagon or hot hatch. Not to mention the Cayman S I always end up spec'ing seems to usually be around $80-$90K. I can also spend $90K better on something other than a Cayman. Base price on a Porsche is kind of bullshit. I think some auto mag tested a Boxster versus the Jag F-type and it was base $61K but tested price was $101K.

If it wasn't for the 10 series, I'd be waiting it out as I usually only buy end year models, especially from Toyota. Honestly, I thought that $3K more for GT86 headlamps, dual-zone climate, push button start, special paint and the locator badges was a pretty decent deal so had to jump on it. I've always like bluish silver paint, flat grey concrete paint, and gold/green shift from Lexus Bamboo pearl. This car seems to have all three of those themes in one paint. Kind of cool.

[Luis_GT]

Originally Posted by supra2nv

off topic:
love the m wow. smg? or manual?

on topic:
ask Luis I really cannot remember the cost to the pads. they are cool tho

Real Drivers use three pedals

I was gonna order from nigel JDM parts... I just don't know how much it is to ship to PR.

[SkullWorks]

I would give the factory installed Helical a trip around the block before i dumped it.

I actually prefer the helical and went out of my way to put one in my S13.5 racecar

[Nevermore]

Wow, I normally don't look at many build threads, or when I do I never flip through the whole thread. This is some impressive stuff here, I went through this thread start to finish. I must say it may have inspired me. I was going to get a kit and all kinds of stuff, but I think I like the clean approach of this build better. I think I will still do most of what i want, but no kit now.

I like the look of those under panels too. Do we know how well they will fit the FR-S? I didn't see that posted anywhere around them.

Edit: And does anyone know what they're made of?

[zephyr69]

Originally Posted by supra2nv

does anyone here know if TRD Limited Slip is worth it? I never ordered it...ty much

Quoted from another forum:

"Torsens are great and beefy, but can be killed with even a little wheel hop. Clutch types aren't as sensitive. Cluth types will eventually need a rebuild and since the clutches wear over time, the amount of lock up deteriorates as it gets used. Torsens also require having both wheels on the ground as they need a bit of preload on them...so like pulling into a steep drive way, you can kinda get "stuck" if the car pick up one of the rear wheels(I have done this several times) and on extremely low friction surfaces, like ice, the Torsen can act like an open diff and only spin one wheel but this can be alieveated but applying shock load (i.e. dumping the clutch).

The "drifters" prefer the 2 way because it keeps the rear wheels locked up under deceleration which makes the car more predictable and helps scub speed when off the throttle. It isn't essential, but helpful on a car that for the most part does not come with a LSD."

So unless you go hardcore drifting, tracking or race in mountain roads with horrible surfaces, it won't be really necessary to have a 2 way LSD. A Torsen LSD is capable enough to handle most situations.

[luluma]

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off topic a bit..
this is my collection of M3.. 1988 and 2003

The reason for FRS is to use as DD, and try to save some milage to the M3s. But I found some similar bits in FRS and the E30 M3.

Love all the TRD designs on the FRS, and big follower of this thread.

[OICU812]

supra2nv

SO they just have a bay there open till your car is completely done? Man that has to cost huge cash to have that kind of sit and wait time while doing all these mods no?

[supra2nv]

@zephyr69 @SkullWorks I am keeping the stock diff for now thank you for your input. I can always change it later. TRD is about $1400 in case anyone is curious.

[zephyr69]

Originally Posted by supra2nv

@zephyr69 @SkullWorks I am keeping the stock diff for now thank you for your input. I can always change it later. TRD is about $1400 in case anyone is curious.

Good idea. You bought the car so might as well use some of the parts before you change it.

In most cases for tuning, its better to slowly change stuff rather than change things all at once. So that you have better feel for the change each individual part brings to the table. You'll end up appreciating the upgrades more too in the long run.

[Gixxersixxerman]

Originally Posted by Luis_GT

Real Drivers use three pedals

Say that to every formula 1 driver, new Porsche driver, Lamborghini driver, Ferrari driver, and just about any other exotic car out, that third pedal is going the way of the dinosaurs in anything but cheap econo boxes

[Luis_GT]

Originally Posted by Gixxersixxerman

Say that to every formula 1 driver, new Porsche driver, Lamborghini driver, Ferrari driver, and just about any other exotic car out, that third pedal is going the way of the dinosaurs in anything but cheap econo boxes

That's why I no longer like exotics

[OICU812]

TRD rear spoiler coming??

To the point you've taken this the scion badges gotta go IMO. Do the toyota Ts it will just be more fitting..