Michigan BRZ/FRS Random Chat and spotted thread. - Page 34 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

ramiel · 04-26-2013, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by DKPJester

This particular area is 5 mile and beck. There is an industrial park/shipping office area around there with a lot of parking lots. There are still high traffic areas within ear shot so I don't know that I'd do extended drift sessions there anyway. Industrial areas and churches seem to be places with lots of big, open lots that aren't inhabited after hours. We used to "race" in high school in an industrial park and were never bothered. I still haven't found anywhere I'd feel comfortable hanging out for any length of time though...generally just a few quick passes and on my way.

I went to check this area out after work and found this spot http://goo.gl/maps/Ge6bT (Johnson Controls), building appears to be unused (no cars or anything). Did a few passes and can confirm that drifting is hilariously terrifying and a total blast.

hobojoker · 04-26-2013, 10:21 PM

I found a decent lot just scouring google maps over A2. Went there and it was covered in small stone pebbles, which meant no grip at all. Could not hold any kind of drift in any way, and just spun out completely. Didn't want to eat my tires up, so I was only there for about 2 minutes - if that.

Cameronghanson · 04-27-2013, 06:15 PM

Spotted: White BRZ (im assuming limited due to fog lights and spoiler) at around 5:00pm turning from tiekien rd to rochester...looked like a younger guy

dsgerbc · 04-27-2013, 10:50 PM

Spent a few days on Michelin PSS and got a nagging feeling that the car is a lot more enjoyable and playful on OEM wheels/tires....
Which is sad, since I spent some $$$ on those rims and those tires.
Sigh.

Accurate Race Shop · 04-28-2013, 03:11 AM

Well plans have changed and I will be in Michigan in July instead of next year. I am hopefully gonna make it to the 3balls racing track day at waterford hills on the 19th of july if anyone else is going.

western_seraph · 04-28-2013, 10:04 AM

Spotted 2 yesterday:
Blue Brz on I-94 just after Jackson...looked like a female was driving--maybe around noon

Firestrom FR-S on Pleasant Lake road--It was closer to Ann arbor saline road so I assume that was in Ann arbor it was at someone's house just randomly looked over and saw it--around 2:30

Sevs753 · 04-28-2013, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jasper

Well plans have changed and I will be in Michigan in July instead of next year. I am hopefully gonna make it to the 3balls racing track day at waterford hills on the 19th of july if anyone else is going.

The 19th? Thats my birthday! I'll try to be there to at least spectate.

Mac1235 · 04-28-2013, 10:45 AM

Anyone done the conversion on the FRS to the HID lights? If so, How difficult was it?

ramiel · 04-28-2013, 12:28 PM

Spotted a black FR-S in the Meijer parking lot in Woodhaven by Allen and West around 10am this morning. Looked like the guy was leaving so I didn't get to talk to him, was it anyone from here?

Mac1235 · 04-28-2013, 12:52 PM

This Friday I saw about four different car groups, subbie WRX STI, GM SS, mustangs, and a nissan group with a GTR all in different parking lots on Woodward with a bunch of nice cars driving all over. We need to pick a parking lot on Woodward and set up camp on Friday night and just hang out and watch the cars.

Sevs753 · 04-28-2013, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mac1235

This Friday I saw about four different car groups, subbie WRX STI, GM SS, mustangs, and a nissan group with a GTR all in different parking lots on Woodward with a bunch of nice cars driving all over. We need to pick a parking lot on Woodward and set up camp on Friday night and just hang out and watch the cars.

I was planning to head up to woodward next saturday night.

Accurate Race Shop · 04-28-2013, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mac1235

Anyone done the conversion on the FRS to the HID lights? If so, How difficult was it?

I have, it is pretty easy just make sure you get the right size bulbs. I believe they are H11. Definitely something you can do yourself with no tools just a few zip ties and plugging wires in.

Accurate Race Shop · 04-28-2013, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sevs753

The 19th? Thats my birthday! I'll try to be there to at least spectate.

I am always willing to take passengers around the track if you wanted to do a ride along.

Sevs753 · 04-28-2013, 03:47 PM

What oil do you guys use in your car? I heard that toyota dealers have the oem oil at about $5 a quart if you buy a case of 12. The subaru dealer quoted me $12 a quart. In the past, I've always just grabbed the correct weight of whatever was on sale but I want to do everything the right way with this car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jasper

I am always willing to take passengers around the track if you wanted to do a ride along.

That would be awesome! I'm planning on taking my car out at the track day in august but I would appreciate any track time i can get, even as a spectator. My racing experiance is limited to go karting so I want to be as prepared as I can.

04-28-2013, 10:04 AM	#468
western_seraph Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: 2013 FR-S Location: Manchester, Michigan Posts: 13 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Spotted 2 yesterday: Blue Brz on I-94 just after Jackson...looked like a female was driving--maybe around noon Firestrom FR-S on Pleasant Lake road--It was closer to Ann arbor saline road so I assume that was in Ann arbor it was at someone's house just randomly looked over and saw it--around 2:30 __________________ Previous Loves: 2002 337 GTI 2000 S2000 2004 STI 1995 Del Sol GSR

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04-26-2013, 10:21 PM	#464
hobojoker Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: SWP BRZ Limited Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 138 Thanks: 39 Thanked 45 Times in 25 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 1 Thread(s)	I found a decent lot just scouring google maps over A2. Went there and it was covered in small stone pebbles, which meant no grip at all. Could not hold any kind of drift in any way, and just spun out completely. Didn't want to eat my tires up, so I was only there for about 2 minutes - if that.

04-27-2013, 06:15 PM	#465
Cameronghanson Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: n/a Location: Boston Posts: 558 Thanks: 215 Thanked 126 Times in 94 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Spotted: White BRZ (im assuming limited due to fog lights and spoiler) at around 5:00pm turning from tiekien rd to rochester...looked like a younger guy

04-27-2013, 10:50 PM	#466
dsgerbc Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: BRZ(sold), STI Location: A2, MI Posts: 1,915 Thanks: 176 Thanked 419 Times in 241 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Spent a few days on Michelin PSS and got a nagging feeling that the car is a lot more enjoyable and playful on OEM wheels/tires.... Which is sad, since I spent some $$$ on those rims and those tires. Sigh.

04-28-2013, 12:28 PM	#471
ramiel Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: Red BRZ Limited Location: Livonia, Michigan Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Spotted a black FR-S in the Meijer parking lot in Woodhaven by Allen and West around 10am this morning. Looked like the guy was leaving so I didn't get to talk to him, was it anyone from here?

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