Minnesota Check In

[ayau]

i'll most likely get these some time in the future. volk ce28n.

[Starscream15]

Those are very nice. I like those in flat Black also

[ayau]

Originally Posted by neutron256

I won't be doing anything in terms of power upgrades, or at least not for a long time. Down the road I might consider a turbo/super charger, but I'll let others be the guinie pigs for that.

Tires will be my first real performance upgrade. I'd have already pulled the trigger on that but I'm trying to decide if I want new wheels at the same time.

your tire size will also dictate whether or not new wheels are needed.

i haven't decided if i want to stick with the stock 215 width or go slightly wider to 225/235.

[Black Tire]

Originally Posted by Chupacabra

I'm planning to go to C & C in Chanhassen this next Saturday, anyone else want to repeat and meet for breakfast then roll down to it as a collective?

What is C & C? I may be interested, but I have no idea.

[neutron256]

Originally Posted by Black Tire

What is C & C? I may be interested, but I have no idea.

Cars and Coffee

It's a monthly gathering for all kinds of car enthusiasts at Automotorplex in Channessen. It's a lot of fun get to show off our cars, and see a huge range of other cars. Last month I got to see my first LFA in person there.

Here's a link to photos including a few of our cars.

http://automotorplex.com/category/ph...oto-galleries/

[avusblue]

Hi guys. Long time no check-in. Black Tire, welcome, I live in Woodbury too, we should connect up. I have not yet seen another FR-S / BRZ "in the wild" yet.

Anyway, if you're interested, here's what I just did today:



See this post for more details:

FR-S rear end rebadged and simplified

Cheers,

Dave

[neutron256]

Originally Posted by avusblue

Hi guys. Long time no check-in. Black Tire, welcome, I live in Woodbury too, we should connect up. I have not yet seen another FR-S / BRZ "in the wild" yet.

Anyway, if you're interested, here's what I just did today:

See this post for more details:

FR-S rear end rebadged and simplified

Cheers,

Dave

Nice! Not my style, but I really like it.

[Chupacabra]

I will also plan on upgrading my tires before anything, then putting an intake and a mild exhaust on for performance. I don't plan on doing that until I buy a winter vehicle first though. So I need to stick to drooling until my cash reserves can be built up.

And on the topic of Cars & Coffee, 6:30 at Einstein Bros in Chanhassen. If you don't meet up for breakfast but want to roll in with us, we will plan on leaving at 7am from Einstein Bros.

[Starscream15]

Originally Posted by Chupacabra

I will also plan on upgrading my tires before anything, then putting an intake and a mild exhaust on for performance. I don't plan on doing that until I buy a winter vehicle first though. So I need to stick to drooling until my cash reserves can be built up.

And on the topic of Cars & Coffee, 6:30 at Einstein Bros in Chanhassen. If you don't meet up for breakfast but want to roll in with us, we will plan on leaving at 7am from Einstein Bros.

Sounds like a plan.

[ayau]

looks like im only going to do the clear side markers and not the jdm exhaust tips. apparently the usdm muffler pipe makes the jdm tips stick farther--almost like a hot rod.

i'll probably get a mild aftermarket exhaust once there's a bigger selection to choose from.

[Chupacabra]

Originally Posted by ayau

looks like im only going to do the clear side markers and not the jdm exhaust tips. apparently the usdm muffler pipe makes the jdm tips stick farther--almost like a hot rod.

i'll probably get a mild aftermarket exhaust once there's a bigger selection to choose from.

I noticed the jdm exhaust tip's too about how they really pop out of the rear valence. Not impressed, but that's remedied by cutting down the pipes so the tips are a little more tucked.

[Starscream15]

Fleet farm has 3" tips that are decent and affordable. Took a little time to get the drivers side one straight but worth it.

I ordered a Perrin light weight pulley today. Should get it in a week and will post a video of revs before and after and maybe 1st-2nd gear pulls before/after.

[Black Tire]

Originally Posted by Chupacabra

I'm planning to go to C & C in Chanhassen this next Saturday, anyone else want to repeat and meet for breakfast then roll down to it as a collective?

I would like to meet with you for breakfast, and I would vote for Perkins given a choice. Could you send me a PM by Friday afternoon confirming the place and time?

[neutron256]

Originally Posted by Chupacabra

I will also plan on upgrading my tires before anything, then putting an intake and a mild exhaust on for performance. I don't plan on doing that until I buy a winter vehicle first though. So I need to stick to drooling until my cash reserves can be built up.

And on the topic of Cars & Coffee, 6:30 at Einstein Bros in Chanhassen. If you don't meet up for breakfast but want to roll in with us, we will plan on leaving at 7am from Einstein Bros.

Sounds good. I'll be there.