Angelina

HI everyone. 
Got my car booked in at Tuning Developments later this month for the NA package plus a few extras. I'm getting yellow stuff pads and also having my discs replaced as both were flagged up at MOT. 
Question is, do I still need to 'bed' the pads as the pads and discs are being changed at the same time? I've read that the purpose of bedding new pads is to get them seated properly on discs which already have imperfections etc but if they are changed at the same time is this still important?
Thanks

Thanks to everyone for the warm and friendly welcome
Looking forward to the next event.
Lou
 

Yep great day think we all made it home except Lee who is still chasing Audis 🤓

Great weather, great cars, but even better group of people !! Good to catch up with the regular 86ers and meet some new people. And to Louise and your family we will be thinking of you on Thursday.

Indeed fairwell Harry, I hope they have Gt86's wherever you are now. 

God bless you Harry thinking of you.


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Thanks all, black ribbons on the 86 on Thursday in Brighton x 

Thanks guys, update on this..
 
Spoke to the warrenty person at the dealership and he's claiming that they also can't cover it because it's clearly seen a bit of time on track. I argued that the issue has happened before (they repaired it the first time when the car was stock) and there's clearly an underlying issue causing the gearbox to have more problems of the same nature. I've spoken to Toyota GB and they're going to contact me soon. I really don't want to be out of pocket over a broken synchro when I've done nothing to break it myself! 
 
Absolutely fuming 

Okay. Any recommended method of applying it? I imagine just on a soft cloth and go up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down up and down?

Was also told the same when I took out an extended warranty when purchasing used from local Toyota dealer a few months back.
Modifications shouldn't affect the validity of your warranty as long as the modified part doesn't have an effect  on the part you are claiming for. As @Dave86 has said, can't see how it could be argued that the exhaust would cause a gearbox issue.
Maybe try a different dealership? 
 

I was under the impression that failure must be attributed to the modification. So an exhaust isn't going to break a gearbox....
 
Sounds like your dealer is trying to wriggle his way out of what sounds like a legitimate claim. If they persist try Toyota GB...my dealer has rolled over a few times when I have called them!

Well, some news at last. I am very pleased to announce Jeff @Deacon has taken the position on as Club Chairman. Welcome aboard Jeff. I'm in the midst of juggling work and trying to get all these things sorted, so I will be pleased to have some good help and I am sure that Jeff will do an amazing job, we are fortunate indeed to have him aboard.
There are more committee members coming, I am in the midst of sorting it all out with Rob and Keith. 
There is still some vacant positions available in regard to Vice-Chair person and also two more in regard to Events, we really need a Northern events organiser! 

Just a heads up to anyone else considering the cobra. It badly rubs on the shield in quite a large spot.  Now at Toyota having brought it in due to the rattles that started to appear a couple days ago, tech just took me through and showed me. They're now attempting to mod the shield as well as my bank balance. Make sure if you get this fitted you or the garage mod the shield. 😪

Hi,
Recently upgraded my MR2 to a gorgeous burnt orange GT86 so thought i'd join a forum to understand how to get the most out of the car.
I will typically be using it for short 20 min commutes and long drives at the weekends. I don't plan on taking it to the track.
Looking to understand what cosmetic mods there are? The double din looks a little dated and the sound system is average, do owners typically upgrade to Alpine / Pioneer?
Also, doing a little research shows the oil needs to be checked regularly and that 0w20 is the best for general use. Happy to hear thoughts or be pointed in the right direction.
Cheers,
Scott

Thank you. Will have to keep her at 70 on the way home


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I'd honestly say, get the TD NA package on. Drive it. If you feel that the brakes are now a limitation which I honestly do not think that you will, then let me know and I'll do you a fabulous deal as they've done 100K miles, but are fine. You'd have to buy a pair of front discs of course. A few beer tokens would easily suffice! Also have a chat with Mike, if you want them you can always pick them up on your way back down as I'm on the way back and only 20 minutes or so from TD (near Manchester Airport).  

Losing the torque dip is exactly what you need, forget absolute power which you hardly ever use in normal driving.  I can assure you that a UEL manifold and remap will bring you exactly the midrange flexibility that you need for everyday driving.  And, as expressed elsewhere, lose them on the curves!

Hi 
Already booked mine with Tunning Developments  on 6th October going to fit parts myself :-) and cant wait to see how car drives after remap :-). Will have a good test drive after remap ( 3.5 hours drive home :-) so will get a good feel of the car ). 

If you want to read more on primo
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=http://www.gt86.org.uk/forums/topic/2810-review-gt86-primo-a-week-in/&share_tid=2810&share_fid=153012&share_type=t

Most have 16 inch wheels which might be why it has smaller brakes, I guess.

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I wouldn't know I was in a sporty car if there wasn't some fake carbon fibre somewhere.... Innit?

Thought I might put up some thoughts, not least as I think I'm the only one on here with one of these, and might be useful to those coming on here considering spec.

So basically I bought this car because I wanted a GT86, I wanted a new one, and I wanted to spend as little as possible so that my children could still afford shoes (when outside the car, naturally)

No point in dwelling on the car in general, except to note that all the gushing reviews since 2012 seem pretty much spot on, and in particular Toyota appear to have made electric power steering actually communicate (which is a first for me).

So, what do you miss out on by going poverty spec?

- No Xenon headlights or led running lights. I have halogen projectors which I actually think quite clean looking. Still has running lights but uses the fog lamps to do this.

- No spoiler. A matter of preference, but one advantage is that I don't have any inconvenient holes in the bootlid either should I want to fit an aftermarket one.

- Manual aircon. I don't mind this as you get nice big old fashioned rotary controls you can use without taking eyes off the road. And it still will make you hot or cold as required.

- No cruise control. Doesn't bother me, but might be deal breaker for others.

- No start button. Mine has a proper old fashioned key. Probably takes up less room in your pocket. There's another fringe benefit here too. Because there's no starter button, the tray next to the USB and aux sockets is usefully bigger and fit your phone/iPod/whatever.

I think that's about it. Still has folding mirrors, Touch hi(ish)-fi, the same seats, nice leather wheel and same trim. And most importantly same engine and running gear. Mine has the same wheels, but if you ordered now you'd get some rather pretty 16' Enkeis instead and save a few more quid.

For me it keeps all the important bits and saves a few quid - a bit like the Renaultsport Cup cars. It also makes it serious value and is priced against very unexciting variants of BMW and VW coupes.

Other than that, after a week of ownership what strikes me is the stuff you wouldn't expect. Sure it's a lovely sports car, but I'd expect that. However it's also surprisingly useable transport. The boot is Ok, it's not unacceptably noisy, 6th gear is high enough for relaxed motorway cruising, the seats are comfy and even the back seats are perfectly viable for a young family providing the adults aren't too tall. The interior quality is also fine. It seems to be made from typical Japanese plastics that don't exactly look hard wearing, but yet somehow look exactly the same 15 years later (see Toyota Carina minicabs)

In summary, as viable second car transport for a slightly petrol-headed family of four it works a treat. This car is not just for the childless!

Enough for now. I think I've just thought of something I need to nip out for...

You could do a nice cheap upgrade then to the larger oem brakes when someone's selling after fitting a bbk

Thanks. Messaged Toyota uk direct. My brakes are smaller 276, standard is 294 . Learn something new every day


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You can check this from your manual or ask Mike when you take it to TD soon, and he will be able to tell you while it is on the ramp.

Nice colour! Presumably you mean the TD NA kit?
 
You won't get much extra power from the GT86 without going forced induction. Almost 100bhp/litre from an NA engine (compliant with modern emissions regs!) is already very high. Most new NA cars with higher bhp/litre will cost you £100k+.
The TD NA kit will liberate 15-20bhp, but offers a huge gain in mid-range torque. It makes a big difference to the way the car drives. Their price includes fitting and mapping, and is very good value IMO. Lots of members here have had it done, and like @MartinT I would also recommend it.