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Forced Induction
11-05-2015, 02:41 PM
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Best FI recipe for an AT, DD, Ambient Temp upto 58 C
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ultra
Depends on your budget and how crazy you want to...
Depends on your budget and how crazy you want to get. If budget isn't a problem and registering modified cars isn't a problem in KSA then I'd ship your car over to EKanoo in Bahrain for a 2JZ swap....
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
10-09-2015, 05:10 PM
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My track Setup
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12,460
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ultra
1. Fix your camber. You need more negative in...
1. Fix your camber. You need more negative in front than is the rear. No matter how good you drive you'll be fighting your front tires with your current setup, which will be frustrating.
2. Do...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
10-07-2015, 04:11 PM
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How to PROPERLY select and size TIRES for PERFORMANCE
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ultra
Valid point. If your tires & wheels are too wide...
Valid point. If your tires & wheels are too wide it could be tough to get them up to the optimum operating temp on track, depending on how long your stints are, plus the extra drag and weight and...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
10-07-2015, 02:55 PM
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Official Component Weights & Weight Reduction Thread
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402,373
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ultra
Will do. Do you have an estimate for the...
Will do. Do you have an estimate for the capacity? Looks like nice weight to shave off ahead of the front axle.
Edit: your stats (simple ballpark calc) are looking pretty impressive, Anthony
...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
10-07-2015, 04:57 AM
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Official Component Weights & Weight Reduction Thread
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ultra
I'm a huge fan of weight savings. I've...
I'm a huge fan of weight savings.
I've done a basic amount of weight saving already but am curious what else I can do. There are a few key considerations I need to keep in mind though:
• I...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
10-03-2015, 05:44 PM
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Toyota GT86 CS-R3 -- now FIA homologated and eligible for WRC
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ultra
In for details on what suspension changes they've...
In for details on what suspension changes they've done to make it off road worthy and where to get the parts.
I know the shocks are by Reiger and that the press kit mentions 'special arms'...
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FR-S / BRZ vs....
09-27-2015, 06:06 PM
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i just realized... 2016 turbo 4cyl CAMARO vs FRS/BRZ
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ultra
This chassis in its ATS incarnation is being...
This chassis in its ATS incarnation is being compared favorably to the BMW 3 series range so in Camaro form it ought to be quite an impressive handler right out of the box.
I think you'd have to...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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09-27-2015, 05:29 PM
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..Starting the quest for total neutrality.
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ultra
Alignment is absolutely the most fun thing to...
Alignment is absolutely the most fun thing to play with on this car in order to fine tune the balance. :)
I'm running a nearly identical setup to Calum ; -2.5 up front, -1.5 rear and 0 toe all...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
09-27-2015, 06:40 AM
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How to deal with cheaters?
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ultra
Welcome to competitive motorsports. :) My...
Welcome to competitive motorsports. :)
My advice would be to sit down, have a cup of tea and ask yourself why you're running.
If you're doing it for fun it's best to just let it slide - forget...
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Forced Induction
09-27-2015, 06:04 AM
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Over heating with FI
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17,050
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ultra
Wasn't there a 'combatting the heat' thread? ...
Wasn't there a 'combatting the heat' thread?
Why, yes there was:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=53580
Edit: Since each situation is unique (oil temp vs. cooling temp) then...
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Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)
09-27-2015, 06:01 AM
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A Question for those with Short Girlfriends...
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ultra
Good luck. Also suggest that you don't forget the...
Good luck. Also suggest that you don't forget the 'high strength steel' part.
Not all bolts are created equal - ideally you'd get the same kind of high quality, high strength bolts in the correct...
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Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)
09-26-2015, 07:16 PM
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A Question for those with Short Girlfriends...
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ultra
Longer, high strength steel seat bolts plus some...
Longer, high strength steel seat bolts plus some spacers, or stacks of washers. You'll want to spread the load with decent sized washers to keep the seat mounted nice and safe.
Swapping in an...
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Forced Induction
09-01-2015, 03:54 PM
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Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger
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438,784
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ultra
One question - is this kit track worthy, assuming...
One question - is this kit track worthy, assuming you have an oil cooler installed?
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Forced Induction
08-28-2015, 10:13 AM
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Cosworth Stage 2 Install w/Dyno, Pics, Videos, Impressions
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ultra
Stock rods don't like big bottom end FI torque....
Stock rods don't like big bottom end FI torque. To ensure reliability you'd either need to build the bottom end of the engine or detune the ECU in the lower rpm/high load areas.
Source: Guy who...
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Forced Induction
08-15-2015, 03:46 PM
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WORKS Motorsports Turbo Kit Experience
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45,453
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ultra
5 pages in and so far: - No install &...
5 pages in and so far:
- No install & review.
- 50% of the posts are from peeps dumping on this guy's kit choice.
- 45% of the posts are peeps dumping on each other.
- Hello other 5%.
Might...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
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08-14-2015, 07:00 PM
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Q: Best single adjustable coils with great ride AND handling?
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ultra
DAEMANO I have a creeping feeling that Ohlins...
DAEMANO I have a creeping feeling that Ohlins might be the only other game in (my imaginary) town as well. Trouble is that I have no clue whether they'd be that much better.
ajc209 I've seen the...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
08-14-2015, 05:04 PM
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Why you need a LSD if you like cornering!
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105,972
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ultra
Seems like a final drive gear swap would be a...
Seems like a final drive gear swap would be a great thing to do along with a diff.
Boy oh boy CSG...you guys sure know how to scare the beejeezus out of my wallet.
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FR-S / BRZ vs....
08-05-2015, 12:07 PM
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Motor Trend: 2016 Miata vs 2015 BRZ
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254,777
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ultra
So we're slower than a Miata. Whodathunk? ...
So we're slower than a Miata. Whodathunk?
Folks will blame the tires, or speculate about how some final drive gears and stickier tires would even things out, etc. etc.
Which may or may not be...
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Forced Induction
04-30-2015, 08:37 PM
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103
WORKS Motorsports Turbo Kit Experience
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45,453
Posted By
ultra
The intercoolong stuff is common 'best practice'...
The intercoolong stuff is common 'best practice' knowledge. A single mention would have sufficed.
Why not wait for somebody to actually install this particular kit and try it for real before we...
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Forced Induction
04-30-2015, 08:24 PM
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Combating the heat
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304,818
Posted By
ultra
^ Useful, thanks man. Do you guys keep your tank...
^ Useful, thanks man. Do you guys keep your tank topped up above a certain level too? Running R compounds with no problems?
Anyone else logging this stuff for that matter?
As far as heat goes...
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
Sponsored by The Tire Rack
04-28-2015, 06:57 PM
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5
OZ Ultraleggera 8x18 +43 (Toyota EU Special Edition)
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4,100
Posted By
ultra
Same wheels as I have on my car. A good choice -...
Same wheels as I have on my car. A good choice - light, not too expensive, strong and good looking.
A number of GT86 race cars runs these so there's that too. :)
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Forced Induction
04-28-2015, 06:25 PM
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823
Combating the heat
Views:
304,818
Posted By
ultra
Thread has been very valuable. At this point I'm...
Thread has been very valuable. At this point I'm curious what comes next after combating the heat?
Hypothetically speaking: You've done the suspension, added more grip, stuck on bigger brakes and...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
04-13-2015, 05:03 PM
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163
Sticky:
BBK Fitment Database?
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164,058
Posted By
ultra
Awesome job man! May the braking force be with...
Awesome job man! May the braking force be with you.
Forum:
Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
02-15-2015, 02:03 PM
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50
RS*R Sports-i coilovers - install & review
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36,037
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ultra
RS*Rs are more than up to autocrossing and semi...
RS*Rs are more than up to autocrossing and semi regular track work.
If you're at a level where you're regionally or nationally competitive, running sticky rubber and/or can tell the difference...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
12-05-2014, 08:07 AM
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48
Rally GT86 - The Little Car That Could - Lots of rally video and photos!
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22,548
Posted By
ultra
Really curious to see pics of their suspension...
Really curious to see pics of their suspension setup and any reinforcement / shielding they added under or around the car.
Big ups for taking the 86 to new stomping grounds and absolutely killing...
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
08-24-2014, 04:48 PM
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67
Track Mods - Plan
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27,072
Posted By
ultra
IMO (as in I tried them) - skip the swaybars. No...
IMO (as in I tried them) - skip the swaybars. No real noticeable benefit although I was technically a few ticks faster with them (within standard deviation though so inconclusive).
The RSR coil...
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Suspension | Chassis | Brakes --
Sponsored by 949 Racing
05-20-2014, 07:22 PM
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7
Upgrade Shocks - RSR Morimoto spec i sport coilovers vs RCE Tarmac 0/2
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6,205
Posted By
ultra
I'd describe the $500 difference as being an...
I'd describe the $500 difference as being an extra level of adjustability, capability and quality versus the RS*R Sports-i coil overs on my car.
The RS*Rs work great 'out of the box' for aa good...
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Forced Induction
05-14-2014, 04:35 AM
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6,014
Jackson Racing Supercharger Owners Thread
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2,149,957
Posted By
ultra
Ppl always wanting more power. :popcorn: Are...
Ppl always wanting more power. :popcorn:
Are y'all truly revving the crap put of your SC'd cars in every gear and needing more already? :cheers:
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Tracking / Autocross / HPDE / Drifting
05-13-2014, 05:33 PM
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138
Track suspension advice
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25,069
Posted By
ultra
Dampers Alignment (including hardware) Wheels...
Dampers
Alignment (including hardware)
Wheels & tires
Brakes
^ All at once if possible. It's a broader concept of 'suspension' but IMHO you need to consider how everything on the chassis works...
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Forced Induction
05-02-2014, 05:53 PM
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411
Tracking with Forced Induction
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108,304
Posted By
ultra
Not to derail this thread any further but I can...
Not to derail this thread any further but I can see the points of both the leave-it-alone- driver-over-power camp as well as the just-want-a-bit-more-power camps.
This car is plenty fast on track...
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