BRZ WRB from Europe, OEM+ & track (May '16: Nürburgring & Drone)

[Guillaume]

Originally Posted by brzest

Have you seen any feedback on the Cusco springs? I've looked and haven't found much comparisons with the MTec springs. Or are springs just springs? I actually just ordered some stuff (Pivot DPW and a few STI steering rack bits) from japanparts and had the Cusco springs in my basket as well, but removed them at the last second, because couldn't find much feedback and thought I'd play it safe with the Mtec's...

I haven't installed the springs yet, so I can't tell. I'll make sure to update this thread when it's done!

[Iceman]

Quick question:

STI : steering rack bushings, details here.
STI : steering rack bolts from BRZ tS, details here.

Those can be considered 1 mod all together, right? I mean, all those parts go together here:

[Guillaume]

Originally Posted by Iceman

Quick question:







Those can be considered 1 mod all together, right? I mean, all those parts go together here:

You can do either one independently from the other. However I do recommend to do both at the same time to get the full benefit (in steering feel). Removing the oem bushings and placing the sti ones requires proper tooling. A hydraulic press ideally. My Subaru mechanics did it on my car and he said it was a total pain in the a**.

[Iceman]

Originally Posted by Guillaume

You can do either one independently from the other. However I do recommend to do both at the same time to get the full benefit (in steering feel). Removing the oem bushings and placing the sti ones requires proper tooling. A hydraulic press ideally. My Subaru mechanics did it on my car and he said it was a total pain in the a**.

Good to know, i think it's worth doing both while you're at it so i wanted to make sure

I'm just starting to order parts, so hopefully i will have a very similar setup in a couple of months (including some Öhlins porn)

[brzest]

for a DIY, this tool should be handy (scroll down a bit)

http://www.cusco.co.jp/en/parts_prod...lease_ava.html

[antho]

hi, nice car.. been following it for a while now. I just received my cwp brz last week, and I was wondering where you ordered that trd wing from and those STI parts?
Since im also from belgium and i have no idea where to look for. thanks

[acro]

I'm jealous of the tracks you have available. Keep it up

[kuczynskika]

Originally Posted by Guillaume

You can do either one independently from the other. However I do recommend to do both at the same time to get the full benefit (in steering feel). Removing the oem bushings and placing the sti ones requires proper tooling. A hydraulic press ideally. My Subaru mechanics did it on my car and he said it was a total pain in the a**.

For being such a pain to install are they even worth it?

[Guillaume]

Originally Posted by kuczynskika

For being such a pain to install are they even worth it?

Yeah the bushings (which is the hard part) do make a noticeable difference.

Originally Posted by antho

hi, nice car.. been following it for a while now. I just received my cwp brz last week, and I was wondering where you ordered that trd wing from and those STI parts?
Since im also from belgium and i have no idea where to look for. thanks

Congrats on your new car! I order my JDM parts from http://www.suruga-performance.com
Their site is far from complete, email them with your part requests and they'll come back with an offer. Most of the time the cheapest around. If you're a french speaker, you can address them in french as the company is ran by a couple of swiss guys.

Originally Posted by brzest

for a DIY, this tool should be handy (scroll down a bit)

http://www.cusco.co.jp/en/parts_prod...lease_ava.html

After the first few kms, the stick is significantly firmer but it shifts just smooth. So far I am pleased

[Guillaume]

First trackday of the year, at Spa.


And installed some new track rubber on my Enkeis (not tested yet).

[Iceman]

Originally Posted by Guillaume

First trackday of the year, at Spa.


And installed some new track rubber on my Enkeis (not tested yet).

I am guessing you went for the 225's, right? Track only?

Be careful when cold/wet! I use them on the road with no problems, but some extra care doesn't hurt.

PS: Going to the Ring this August(6th-11th) with another 2 GT86's... Just saying

[Guillaume]

Yep 225! I'll make sure to stay on edge in colder weather, but I guess it won't too different from the AD08R in the same conditions

Duly noted for the Ring, I'll definitely try to join you guys then!

[Guillaume]

First laps of the Nordschleife this year. The Pilot Sport Cup 2s were great! Felt like even more grip than my former AD08R.

And before the track opened, we managed to get some drone footage a dawn.

[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6zLk80Ggoc"]Subaru BRZ @ Nürburgring - Green Hell Driving Days - YouTube[/ame]

[Iceman]

Originally Posted by Guillaume

Yep 225! I'll make sure to stay on edge in colder weather, but I guess it won't too different from the AD08R in the same conditions

Duly noted for the Ring, I'll definitely try to join you guys then!

Originally Posted by Guillaume

First laps of the Nordschleife this year. The Pilot Sport Cup 2s were great! Felt like even more grip than my former AD08R.

And before the track opened, we managed to get some drone footage a dawn.

Nice lap, smooth and relaxed, great drive as usual. Too bad there was a bit too much traffic, but that is expected on GHD. How did you find the "new" Flugplatz? Is it way faster?

I am still undecided about which tires i'll be taking to the ring this year, i'm afraid my PSC2's won't make it until then...But i'll definitely need some decent rubber to try and beat you

PS: Those drone shots are amazing. If that isn't the most beautiful place in the world, i don't know what is. Gosh, i really miss it!