Engine swap or not what would be the best amount of hp for the 86? - Page 4 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

jawn · 10-20-2015, 12:56 PM

I wonder if the OP will come back.

Tcoat · 10-20-2015, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jawn

I wonder if the OP will come back.

Yep. Look at the post history. The man has no shame.

soulreapersteve · 10-20-2015, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterSheep

This a big enough engine?

Will that fit in my Honda?

MisterSheep · 10-20-2015, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by soulreapersteve

Will that fit in my Honda?

Of Course!

DVNARC · 11-18-2015, 01:58 AM

I'm back. Thanks to those that answered seriously not sure what the big deal is maybe I wasn't clear enough but I think I meant what's the best HP to keep it still a balanced car? Something versatile good on track and straights and I'm just a kid guys learning about cars you expect me to have good threads??

BlackJesus · 11-18-2015, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by DVNARC

I'm back. Thanks to those that answered seriously not sure what the big deal is maybe I wasn't clear enough but I think I meant what's the best HP to keep it still a balanced car? Something versatile good on track and straights and I'm just a kid guys learning about cars you expect me to have good threads??

When it comes to cars, it's really hard to say. You can have a 1000hp well balance Frs or a 250hp Well balanced frs. It all comes down to personal preference since there are people out there that thinks having over 9000 hp isnt enough and there are people that think having 69 hp is more than enough.

The best answer is..... what do you think?

WWJD?
WWBJD?

KR-S · 11-18-2015, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by DVNARC

I'm back. Thanks to those that answered seriously not sure what the big deal is maybe I wasn't clear enough but I think I meant what's the best HP to keep it still a balanced car? Something versatile good on track and straights and I'm just a kid guys learning about cars you expect me to have good threads??

Good horsepower? I think 1500HP should keep it balanced.

Seriously though, it might be worth driving the car as is with all 200 horses on the track before figuring out how much. Like you, I'm trying to learn as well, but I'm not making silly threads expecting everyone to hand out answers on a silver platter.

strat61caster · 11-18-2015, 02:16 AM

track day bro

carma143 · 11-18-2015, 02:45 AM

However much power it takes to reach 86 mph no matter where you are.

Impureclient · 11-18-2015, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by carma143

However much power it takes to reach 86 mph no matter where you are.

Never go up to 88 mph!

carma143 · 11-18-2015, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MisterSheep

This a big enough engine?

No no no. He meant a BIG ENGINE

KR-S · 11-18-2015, 03:56 AM

You need something more efficient. How about shuttle engines?

GhostRai · 11-18-2015, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by LXXXV1

Gallo 12 or a Gallo 24?

Let's see who gets where this is from...

Gallo 24, only question now is what are you feeling? 40w? 50w?

Justin.b · 11-18-2015, 04:23 PM

Proper answer for now is to upgrade tires, brakes and suspension first. If you get the urge to add more power after that, you'll have a better idea what you're looking for by then.

IMHO, don't bother with intakes or exhaust on the stock engine unless you're looking for more sound. The hp increases are negligible.

If you want to actually improve power you'll need to afford some down time for the car. Also, you live in a place where it's very easy to make your car illegal. After years of cracking down on inspection stations, it's quite near impossible to find a way around that.

My recommendation for someone who wants significantly more power than the FR-S offers is to just buy something with more power. You almost have to look for the least powerful sporty machine around to end up in an FR-S anyway. You could have 300+ hp reliably and without emissions concerns in a 370Z, G37, etc...

-Justin

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Justin.b Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 13 Hot Lava, 01 Miata, 09 Outback Location: Boston Posts: 674 Thanks: 42 Thanked 377 Times in 196 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Proper answer for now is to upgrade tires, brakes and suspension first. If you get the urge to add more power after that, you'll have a better idea what you're looking for by then. IMHO, don't bother with intakes or exhaust on the stock engine unless you're looking for more sound. The hp increases are negligible. If you want to actually improve power you'll need to afford some down time for the car. Also, you live in a place where it's very easy to make your car illegal. After years of cracking down on inspection stations, it's quite near impossible to find a way around that. My recommendation for someone who wants significantly more power than the FR-S offers is to just buy something with more power. You almost have to look for the least powerful sporty machine around to end up in an FR-S anyway. You could have 300+ hp reliably and without emissions concerns in a 370Z, G37, etc... -Justin

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