For those who don't have armrests in their FRS - Page 3 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

jlu · 05-04-2013, 09:51 PM

I drive with my feet and keep my seat fully reclined with my hands behind my head while napping.

No better reason to buy an AT ladies and gents.

Nevermore · 05-04-2013, 10:23 PM

My arm rests on the center console pretty well, it's just the right height and not uncomfortable. Though I drive with my right hand the most, really only switching hands on turns. That or both hands. My arm doesn't spend much time on the console really.

torqdork · 05-04-2013, 10:31 PM

I appreciate the DIY armrest R&D and writeup in this thread. To each their own.

But, even the newest 911's have no armrest. Not saying Hans and Franz know best, but being old school still think 10-2 or 9-3 hand positions are best for reacting to unexpected situations encountered on pavement.

Frs x3 · 05-05-2013, 01:51 AM

Toyota is definitely safety minded in condoning that train of thought ^
The seats and overall interior center the driver so the 9 and 3 position feels most favorable, Just my two cents though.

digital_assassin · 05-05-2013, 02:08 AM

I picked up the OEM armrest and it is F*cking awesome. Once you hit cruising speed and don't need to shift for a while your elbow will thank you for this addition. I commonly own sticks and have never felt right with the left arm not in control of the wheel. The OEM is the only one that caught my eye. All the other versions seem like an after thought but this one blends in very nice. When not on the HWY both hands are on the wheel anyway.

iamkyle · 05-05-2013, 02:20 AM

I didn't have an armrest for the first few months and didn't think i needed one. Now after having one i couldn't imagine the car without it.

CSI:86 · 05-05-2013, 02:36 AM

I think the armrest is mostly targeted for people with automatics. I either rest my arm on the ebrake or put my hand resting, holding the shifter.

Dake · 05-05-2013, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by torqdork

I appreciate the DIY armrest R&D and writeup in this thread. To each their own.

But, even the newest 911's have no armrest. Not saying Hans and Franz know best, but being old school still think 10-2 or 9-3 hand positions are best for reacting to unexpected situations encountered on pavement.

That seat appears to be sitting lower than the level of the center console compared to our car so the tunnel really is your armrest.

Like I said, I was comfortable without it, but now that I have one it's even better. I'm going to be driving this car for as long as it will let me so I might as well settle in.

On a side-note, let me know how ten-n-two or nine-n-three works out six hours in to a sixteen hour drive!

tennisfreak · 05-05-2013, 09:54 AM

I dont have an armrest in mine and dont want one.

My hands are either on the steering wheel or the shifter.

Don Ivey · 05-05-2013, 09:58 AM

I've noticed a couple people saying they rest their hand on the shifter. May be ok if it is an automatic, but I'd be careful doing this on a manual. I once had a VW with four speed (ages me, I know), and it eventually wouldn't stay in fourth gear, just kept popping out. Mechanic said it was from resting my hand on it for extended periods. I don't know if that still applies, but I never rest on shifter. YMMV,

Mikem53 · 05-05-2013, 10:23 AM

I've only had my frs a little over a week now.. I dont find myself missing the armrest..
Im sure it would be missed on a long highway trip.. but not for scooting round town..
Im usually engaged in driving the thing.. both hands on the wheel.. feels very natural in this car.. an option I will consider sometime down the road..

dirtbike250x · 05-05-2013, 11:58 AM

I would like to second what Don Ivey said about resting hand on the shifter in a MT, it puts constant stress on the synchros, adding premature wear. Even if you don't feel it, bumps and turns are pulling the shifter every which way, its the side to side pressure that hurts them.

TKinWhiteOut · 05-06-2013, 02:53 PM

I originally thought not having an armrest would have been an issue for me, but I'm actually happy without it. I don't even think about it.

My right hand is mostly on the shift knob (because I drive manual) unless I'm on the freeway taking turns (no traffic) then it's on the steering wheel. My left hand is always on the steering wheel.

So my elbow/arm never misses having an armrest because it's almost always on the shift knob. I am also not a very big individual, meaning, I don't have long arms, so that could be why I also don't miss it.

Obja · 05-06-2013, 02:56 PM

I'm fine without it

05-04-2013, 10:23 PM	#30
Nevermore Wayward Member Join Date: May 2012 Drives: Hot Lava 86 Location: Bust of Pallas Posts: 3,336 Thanks: 1,669 Thanked 2,312 Times in 1,386 Posts Mentioned: 50 Post(s)	My arm rests on the center console pretty well, it's just the right height and not uncomfortable. Though I drive with my right hand the most, really only switching hands on turns. That or both hands. My arm doesn't spend much time on the console really. __________________

05-05-2013, 02:08 AM	#33
digital_assassin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Drives: 2013 FR-S Matte Orange Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,016 Thanks: 489 Thanked 937 Times in 507 Posts Mentioned: 168 Post(s)	I picked up the OEM armrest and it is F*cking awesome. Once you hit cruising speed and don't need to shift for a while your elbow will thank you for this addition. I commonly own sticks and have never felt right with the left arm not in control of the wheel. The OEM is the only one that caught my eye. All the other versions seem like an after thought but this one blends in very nice. When not on the HWY both hands are on the wheel anyway. __________________ NORTHWEST86 DECAL - NORTHWEST86 GEAR MY BUILD

05-05-2013, 02:20 AM	#34
iamkyle Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: Firestorm FR-S Location: Victoria BC Posts: 72 Thanks: 1 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	I didn't have an armrest for the first few months and didn't think i needed one. Now after having one i couldn't imagine the car without it. __________________ My build: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26208

05-05-2013, 09:58 AM	#38
Don Ivey Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: '13 FR-S Location: Smithfield, NC Posts: 142 Thanks: 3 Thanked 49 Times in 34 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I've noticed a couple people saying they rest their hand on the shifter. May be ok if it is an automatic, but I'd be careful doing this on a manual. I once had a VW with four speed (ages me, I know), and it eventually wouldn't stay in fourth gear, just kept popping out. Mechanic said it was from resting my hand on it for extended periods. I don't know if that still applies, but I never rest on shifter. YMMV, __________________ Don Ivey '13 FR-S (Hot Lava)

05-05-2013, 11:58 AM	#40
dirtbike250x Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: '13 FR-S Ultramarine Location: NJ Posts: 125 Thanks: 59 Thanked 42 Times in 27 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I would like to second what Don Ivey said about resting hand on the shifter in a MT, it puts constant stress on the synchros, adding premature wear. Even if you don't feel it, bumps and turns are pulling the shifter every which way, its the side to side pressure that hurts them. __________________ 2013 FR-S Ultramarine -TRD Catback, UEL Header and Tune, Blitz Drop in Filter, Mishimoto Silicone Intake tube, Mishimoto Oil Cooler, 17x9 w/245/40/17 PSS, RS*R Coilovers custom track alignment, Check out my YouTube for more track videos https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA9...O1T2Q3xu4m4bYQ

05-04-2013, 09:51 PM	#29
jlu Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: Asphalt AT FR-S Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 194 Thanks: 89 Thanked 81 Times in 45 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s)	I drive with my feet and keep my seat fully reclined with my hands behind my head while napping. No better reason to buy an AT ladies and gents.

05-04-2013, 10:31 PM	#31
torqdork Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: RV-7 Location: Out West Posts: 1,818 Thanks: 1,042 Thanked 893 Times in 562 Posts Mentioned: 45 Post(s)	I appreciate the DIY armrest R&D and writeup in this thread. To each their own. But, even the newest 911's have no armrest. Not saying Hans and Franz know best, but being old school still think 10-2 or 9-3 hand positions are best for reacting to unexpected situations encountered on pavement.

05-05-2013, 01:51 AM	#32
Frs x3 Likes it in the rear Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: RS 1.0 Location: San Antonio Posts: 226 Thanks: 94 Thanked 61 Times in 46 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	Toyota is definitely safety minded in condoning that train of thought ^ The seats and overall interior center the driver so the 9 and 3 position feels most favorable, Just my two cents though.

05-05-2013, 02:36 AM	#35
CSI:86 86 = First New Car Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: 2013 Pegasus White Toyota 86 GTS MT Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 252 Thanks: 6 Thanked 45 Times in 24 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I think the armrest is mostly targeted for people with automatics. I either rest my arm on the ebrake or put my hand resting, holding the shifter.

05-05-2013, 10:23 AM	#39
Mikem53 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Drives: FR-S 6MT Location: Somewhere in Space Posts: 1,565 Thanks: 500 Thanked 882 Times in 433 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s)	I've only had my frs a little over a week now.. I dont find myself missing the armrest.. Im sure it would be missed on a long highway trip.. but not for scooting round town.. Im usually engaged in driving the thing.. both hands on the wheel.. feels very natural in this car.. an option I will consider sometime down the road..

05-06-2013, 02:53 PM	#41
TKinWhiteOut Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: 2013 White Out Scion FR-S Manual Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 61 Thanks: 48 Thanked 38 Times in 23 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s)	I originally thought not having an armrest would have been an issue for me, but I'm actually happy without it. I don't even think about it. My right hand is mostly on the shift knob (because I drive manual) unless I'm on the freeway taking turns (no traffic) then it's on the steering wheel. My left hand is always on the steering wheel. So my elbow/arm never misses having an armrest because it's almost always on the shift knob. I am also not a very big individual, meaning, I don't have long arms, so that could be why I also don't miss it.

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