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Starscream15 · 06-15-2012, 01:27 PM

Just noticed that the Grimmspeed BRZ is picture #75

We were a hit!

neutron256 · 06-16-2012, 08:03 PM

Finished OptiCoat 2.0'ing my BRZ. Honestly the OptiCoat itself is really easy to apply, good lighting is a must but otherwise it's very forgiving and gives you plenty of working time to get it right. I spent about 7 hours detailing, and maybe an hour applying the OptiCoat.

I would plan on polishing if you're going to do it yourself. I thought I might get away without needing it, but it had to be done.

ayau · 06-16-2012, 08:28 PM

Did you hand polish?

neutron256 · 06-17-2012, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayau

Did you hand polish?

No I used a DA polisher with a clear-coat safe polish. It did a really nice job on what few flaws I found in the paint. I also found it really highlighted where there was any residue left from the protective shipping wrap.

Chupacabra · 06-17-2012, 10:53 AM

I washed and applied Meguiar's Ultimate wax yesterday. Whatever imperfections I noticed in my paint disappeared and there is a really nice gloss to my car. I used the synthetic liquid, so when I over-ran into a rubber piece here or there it didn't leave any marks. I was really impressed with how the shape of the car makes it easy to apply anything.

The worst part about it though is the shape also bounces the light funny so it's hard to tell on a white car where the hell you've put wax.

Either way, the end result is amazing.

ToxicSneakers · 06-17-2012, 07:29 PM

Was a spectator at the MOWOG autocross today - not another Toyobaru in sight. Lots of interest in the car, and when it will run the course. I am confident our participation will be universally accepted and encouraged. It is obvious to me we could "own" street stock and successfully compete in modified as well. Only the Elise and a couple "expert" Honda and Miata drivers seemed to have as much pure fun as any of us could have. Classing letter next week should list our cars, and the next novice class and practical is next month.

Chupacabra · 06-18-2012, 02:54 PM

FYI, ayau and I will be driving this Sunday in the PCA/COM AutoX event at DCTC.

There is still room available to sign up and all you'll need is a Snell rated helmet and a valid driver's license. If you'd like to support Alan and myself (Jason) the event formally starts at 10:15am and will probably run until about 4:45-5:30.

This will also allow valuable spectating points from watching it all go down. I know @ToxicSneakers enjoyed his trip.

PM or post here if you have any questions.

GrimmSpeed · 06-18-2012, 04:28 PM

Spotted Alan while I was out walking my dog yesterday.

Matt

neutron256 · 06-18-2012, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chupacabra

FYI, ayau and I will be driving this Sunday in the PCA/COM AutoX event at DCTC.

There is still room available to sign up and all you'll need is a Snell rated helmet and a valid driver's license. If you'd like to support Alan and myself (Jason) the event formally starts at 10:15am and will probably run until about 4:45-5:30.

This will also allow valuable spectating points from watching it all go down. I know @ToxicSneakers enjoyed his trip.

PM or post here if you have any questions.

I'm not planning on competing but I might come out to cheer you guys on.

ToxicSneakers · 06-18-2012, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chupacabra

FYI, ayau and I will be driving this Sunday in the PCA/COM AutoX event at DCTC.

There is still room available to sign up and all you'll need is a Snell rated helmet and a valid driver's license. If you'd like to support Alan and myself (Jason) the event formally starts at 10:15am and will probably run until about 4:45-5:30.

This will also allow valuable spectating points from watching it all go down. I know @ToxicSneakers enjoyed his trip.

PM or post here if you have any questions.

For sure.

ToxicSneakers · 06-18-2012, 04:46 PM

Last week area Scion staffs drove BIR for a day. This is the link to some of the takes by my favorite salesman, Matthew Gilbert of Luther/Minnetonka.

https://www.youtube.com/user/rudyluthertoyota/videos

Got my plates: SG886

What does it mean? Go/see my SG886 post in off topics for details.

Opposed · 06-18-2012, 06:21 PM

Man, I would totally come if I wasn't going to the Island Music Festival this weekend

Chupacabra · 06-20-2012, 10:49 PM

Is it just me or do the Chicagoan's like creating new threads within their regional forum instead of continuing a conversation within the same thread.

ayau · 06-20-2012, 10:51 PM

havent been on as much lately with my new job so i dunno.

can't wait for sunday though. hopefully my helmet gets here early lol.

06-17-2012, 10:53 AM	#523
Chupacabra 'it's the yeti of Texas' Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2013 Whiteout 6MT FR-S Location: Parker, CO Posts: 736 Thanks: 548 Thanked 202 Times in 119 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I washed and applied Meguiar's Ultimate wax yesterday. Whatever imperfections I noticed in my paint disappeared and there is a really nice gloss to my car. I used the synthetic liquid, so when I over-ran into a rubber piece here or there it didn't leave any marks. I was really impressed with how the shape of the car makes it easy to apply anything. The worst part about it though is the shape also bounces the light funny so it's hard to tell on a white car where the hell you've put wax. Either way, the end result is amazing. __________________ BRZerhood & FR-Society

06-18-2012, 02:54 PM	#525
Chupacabra 'it's the yeti of Texas' Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2013 Whiteout 6MT FR-S Location: Parker, CO Posts: 736 Thanks: 548 Thanked 202 Times in 119 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	FYI, ayau and I will be driving this Sunday in the PCA/COM AutoX event at DCTC. There is still room available to sign up and all you'll need is a Snell rated helmet and a valid driver's license. If you'd like to support Alan and myself (Jason) the event formally starts at 10:15am and will probably run until about 4:45-5:30. This will also allow valuable spectating points from watching it all go down. I know @ToxicSneakers enjoyed his trip. PM or post here if you have any questions. __________________ BRZerhood & FR-Society

06-18-2012, 04:46 PM	#529
ToxicSneakers Deleted Join Date: May 2012 Drives: FR-S Location: Minneapolis Posts: 242 Thanks: 106 Thanked 117 Times in 55 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Last week area Scion staffs drove BIR for a day. This is the link to some of the takes by my favorite salesman, Matthew Gilbert of Luther/Minnetonka. https://www.youtube.com/user/rudyluthertoyota/videos Got my plates: SG886 What does it mean? Go/see my SG886 post in off topics for details. Last edited by ToxicSneakers; 06-18-2012 at 06:47 PM.

06-20-2012, 10:49 PM	#531
Chupacabra 'it's the yeti of Texas' Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: 2013 Whiteout 6MT FR-S Location: Parker, CO Posts: 736 Thanks: 548 Thanked 202 Times in 119 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Is it just me or do the Chicagoan's like creating new threads within their regional forum instead of continuing a conversation within the same thread. __________________ BRZerhood & FR-Society

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neutron256 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: '13 GBS Subaru BRZ Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 2,030 Thanks: 680 Thanked 664 Times in 382 Posts Mentioned: 26 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	Finished OptiCoat 2.0'ing my BRZ. Honestly the OptiCoat itself is really easy to apply, good lighting is a must but otherwise it's very forgiving and gives you plenty of working time to get it right. I spent about 7 hours detailing, and maybe an hour applying the OptiCoat. I would plan on polishing if you're going to do it yourself. I thought I might get away without needing it, but it had to be done.

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ToxicSneakers Deleted Join Date: May 2012 Drives: FR-S Location: Minneapolis Posts: 242 Thanks: 106 Thanked 117 Times in 55 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Was a spectator at the MOWOG autocross today - not another Toyobaru in sight. Lots of interest in the car, and when it will run the course. I am confident our participation will be universally accepted and encouraged. It is obvious to me we could "own" street stock and successfully compete in modified as well. Only the Elise and a couple "expert" Honda and Miata drivers seemed to have as much pure fun as any of us could have. Classing letter next week should list our cars, and the next novice class and practical is next month.

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ayau Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: Some rust bucket Location: Polar ice cap Posts: 3,058 Thanks: 312 Thanked 1,046 Times in 556 Posts Mentioned: 37 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	havent been on as much lately with my new job so i dunno. can't wait for sunday though. hopefully my helmet gets here early lol.

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