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Tweedbean reacted to Keethos in Another BRZ Front Fender Side Fin Group Buy from Japex
OK, I've managed to add another set, they should be processed today and I've been told that they should be ready to be shipped by Wednesday, if they're guna be like last time, they'll arrive probably by Friday (they were unbelievably quick last time). Either way, I'll keep you all posted and I'll PM you guys regarding payment once they arrive (in the hopes that there won't be any customs to pay). Captain G, do you want your posting or collecting either at a common location or at the next meet or something?
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Tweedbean reacted to Lee in Lee's HKS v2 Supercharged 86
Took a poor video to try and capture the sound of the exhaust. Didn't turn out great.
If you are looking for a very quiet (in car) free flowing full exhaust system then I highly recommend this set up.
https://youtu.be/3_s3aF0lu2U
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Tweedbean reacted to JamesP1991 in tweedbean's GT86
Just can't catch a break eh?! At least it gives you more time to invest in some more modifications though
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Tweedbean reacted to Lee in Lee's HKS v2 Supercharged 86
I fitted hks cat less manifold and catted front pipe today, also ordered an overripe from cobra so fitted that too.
Happy to report the car is still very quiet
Boost will definitely add a bit of noise to the car but I can't see it being too bad. Pleased with my choice.
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Tweedbean reacted to Keethos in tweedbean's GT86
Things really aren't going your way are they? But it'll be worth it in the end, I had had a pretty nightmare of a time getting my car from my local dealer.
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Tweedbean reacted to Special K in tweedbean's GT86
Yes, Quball - this is a 'must follow' thread, like Nigel's...
Tweed... we Gt86ers are individuals, probably more so than any other freeky group on the car Forum front.. the knowledgeable members herein can give advice based on personal experiences/desires on what we need from our hormone transplant..
(... oh - didn't the dealer tell you that, when you first sit in a demo GT86, this secret needle injects you...??)
At the end of the day that's where it's at. Are your hormones track or road focussed? Is it blinging for style or blatting for ego - or a combination of both? Rims? Tyres? Brakes? Suspension? Boost? Mapping? Tattoos? Body mods? Prince Alberts?
You don't win a war by winning the first battle (unless you're Lewis Hamilton last Sunday, haha..). So my suggestion would be to fine tune your ultimate needs - post them on this Forum - evaluate the replies and ask your questions - then make your buying decisions.
Spec K
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Keethos in tweedbean's GT86
So I thought it was time to post up a new project thread for the next step in my car journey.
Current Spec
Factory
Pearl White
Sat Nav
Manual
2.0 NA boxer engine
Engine
Red Textured Engine Trim
MU brake fluid reservoir cover
Scorpion decatted front pipe with resonator - to be fitted
Scorpion over pipe - to be fitted
Borla UEL - to be fitted
Wheels and Tyres
18x8 et33 BBS RSii's in a custom gold finish with chrome lips, centre caps and red BBS logos
Vredestein Sessanta tyres 225 40 18
Suspension
Tein Street Flex Z
Beatrush Master cylinder brace
Exterior
BRZ Side vents
Satin black front lip
Laminx yellow fog lights
Silvertec bulbs all round
Debadged boot lid
Interior
P3 Vent gauge and code reader
Retro-fitted alcantara interior
The hunt for my next car
For the last 7 year, ignoring a 6 month Qashqai blip, I have owned modified MINI's which has been great and I have met some amazing people along the way but I have always had an inch to scratch in terms of a japanese car right from day 1 as I was on the look out for a DC5 to replace my Seicento and ended up with my first MINI. When I saw the initial concepts for the Subaru BRZ a few years ago I was really excited, but when it was actually released I was a little disappointed in terms of the headline performance figures. It had the looks but on paper at least it didn't have enough power especially when compared to MINI's I had owned.
However after watching numerous reviews on the BRZ/GT86, especially Jeremy Clarkson and Chris Harris' ones as well as speaking to a number of owners I had to have one. It seems this car is bags of fun with stock power, but when the powered is increased via a turbo/supercharger the great chassis comes into its own. I have spent the last 6 months researching them while I parted out my clubman and pulled the money together to buy one. Weighing up the minor differences between the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT86 I settled on the Toyota as I prefer the front bumper and interior trim.
The Test Drive
Before purchasing a test drive was a must. I drove one about a month ago which removed any fears I had about it being slow in stock form and since then I have been looking for a used example which would be a great base car to modify. The biggest learns for me on the test drive was this car has drama out of the box which my clubby couldn't offer without mods and it needs to be rev'd to get the most out of it.
Stumbling block
I was in the process of writing a new project thread a couple of weeks ago however even though I had placed a deposit with a dealership close to me for a GT86 in the morning morning, the dealerships up north where the car was located, decided to ignore this and sell it to someone else in the afternoon. As you can expect, I was not very happy and there is an ongoing complaint but the dealership I placed the deposit with have been great in handling the complaint.
Locating the right one
Before I had the money in place there were tonnes of these available over the winter and a great price, however come the day I am ready to pull the trigger, there are none. Requirements were pretty simple as they come fully loaded from the factory so they don't have many options. Must haves were manual, white or orange and low mileage. I had given 5 dealerships my details to watch out for cars coming in. Its took a lot of patience and not just buying one in the wrong colour just so I could have one. Many times I have considered buying one of the many black or red ones that keep coming up but I had my heart set on white/orange, so I stuck to my guns. I had many false starts but finally after the one I mentioned above fell through, straight away probably luck on their part, they managed to locate for me a second GT86 matching my requirements:
-Pearl white
-Manual
-13 plate
-9k on the clock
-Sat nav which is a bonus
It was a little over my price range but due to the complaint I managed to negotiate a decent price on it, knocking off a further £700. Funny thing is I have placed a deposit on the car and I am collecting it hopefully next monday with the clubman going in as a trade in, yet they haven't seen my car and I haven't seen theirs. However if the car isn't as described then I am fully entitled to a refund of the deposit so no real concern there. That works the same for my trade in, but at least they have seen photos of that.
So hopefully on 23rd March I can report back with lots of photos of the car after collecting it.
Previous Car History
- Fiat Seicento Sporting 1.1 NA 54bhp in Yellow
- MINI Cooper S 1.6 Supercharged 170bhp tuned up to 265bhp in Dark Silver - http://www.minitorque.com/forum/f273/tweedbeans-r53-mcs-18403/
- MINI JCW 1.6 Turbo 215bhp in Laser Blue - http://www.minitorque.com/forum/f272/tweedbeans-r56-fjcw-25319/
- Nissan Qashqai Tekna 2.0 NA 139bhp in Silver
- MINI Clubman JCW 1.6 Turbo tuned to 270 bhp/236.9 whp and peak torque of 283.1lb/ft. In Laser Blue http://www.minifoo.com/forum/index.php?threads/tweedbeans-clubaru.58/
Car History by tweedbean, on Flickr
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Tweedbean reacted to LFA in tweedbean's GT86
I know this is going to be a good thread.
Despite running more power, I think my 225 40 18 MPSS (18x7.5rims) set up is giving relatively speaking near stock levels of grip, although feels somewhat stiffer than the primacies obviously, and more durable for track use.
Whilst the 86/BRZ looks great on wide rubber, particularly filling those rear arches, appropriately offset/ lowered etc, from a driver's perspective I'd be more conservative.
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Tweedbean reacted to Lauren in tweedbean's GT86
You may want to consider the TRD Aero Fins instead of the BRZ ones. The BRZ ones are half the price though!
As for wheels, there are some BBK's that will fit under 17" rims. Having driven the car on both 17s and 18's, I would say 18's don't necessarily ruin the handling, but you'd need a light weight wheel and in 18" that rules out all the Taiwanese ones really. The stock brakes are absolutely fine on the road. Yes it is possible to get them smoking and to fade, but it tends to happen after a prolonged period of really pushing the car. So it won't happen that often. On track anything over ten minutes can get them smoking, but if it's a trackday there's no need to hammer the brakes all the time, though I appreciate it's great if you just don't have to worry about it.
The thing is with 17" is that if you go for a 225/45/17 there is too much sidewall flex whatever you do, so it's better on a 215/45 which having less of a sidewall doesn't seem to have the same problem. This is why I run a 215 on an 8" rim. I may though when I burn off the Primacy tyres I've got on there try an Advan again but in stock sizes on my 8" rim as that may offer the best compromise. If you run an 18" wheel with 225/40/18 you don't get the sidewall flex option, but you need to ensure that you have a light wheel! It's complicated, but I've driven lots of other people's cars and experimented with tyre size myself, so that's what I've found.
Coming from the Mini you'll be used to tons of grip as the Mini is fairly over-tyred really. This car doesn't flow unless you've got it moving around a bit I find, so it's a careful balancing act, especially if you are running NA. Too much grip and you don't get the joy of the handling. Too little and it's a handful, but ultimately more enjoyable!
Choices, choices!
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Polishingpedlar in tweedbean's GT86
Lots of ideas in my head at the moment in terms of wheels. It has to be something different having run purple BBS RZ’s and Gold Volk CE28n’s on the MINI’s, a set of reps won’t do. Not a fan of the stock wheels so they will be slung in the garage as soon as possible, maybe for use for winter/drifting. In my mind I want two sets a summer a winter/track set of wheels. Summer I am thinking of something like the Works VS XX with a twist, winters/track something along the lines of the Volks TE37 look. These are only ideas at the moment and may change once I get the car and spend more time around GT86’s. It would be good to see some of the cars on here in the flesh to see what style of wheel really works with the shape of car, I think with the curves of this car, its going to be a harder choice over picking wheels for the MINI.
Another influencing factor will be size and what works on the 86. I have never gone bigger than 17" on the mini as it ruins the handling, but 18" seems to look good on the 86 so I am interested in experiencing what impact this has on the car and its characteristics. Its going to be a case of a lot of research, trial and error which I look forward to. Weight is another concern as well as the ability to fit over larger brakes. I like the idea of fitting the STI brakes from a scooby, but refurbishing them to suit the theme of the car.
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Tweedbean reacted to Keethos in tweedbean's GT86
Awesome stuff dude, we need to meet up at some point once you've picked her up! You manage to source some BRZ side vents? I've got a group buy running at the moment if you want in.
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Tweedbean reacted to JamesP1991 in tweedbean's GT86
I will be sure to drop by and follow this build Tweedbean, looks like you have big plans!
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Keethos in tweedbean's GT86
So I thought it was time to post up a new project thread for the next step in my car journey.
Current Spec
Factory
Pearl White
Sat Nav
Manual
2.0 NA boxer engine
Engine
Red Textured Engine Trim
MU brake fluid reservoir cover
Scorpion decatted front pipe with resonator - to be fitted
Scorpion over pipe - to be fitted
Borla UEL - to be fitted
Wheels and Tyres
18x8 et33 BBS RSii's in a custom gold finish with chrome lips, centre caps and red BBS logos
Vredestein Sessanta tyres 225 40 18
Suspension
Tein Street Flex Z
Beatrush Master cylinder brace
Exterior
BRZ Side vents
Satin black front lip
Laminx yellow fog lights
Silvertec bulbs all round
Debadged boot lid
Interior
P3 Vent gauge and code reader
Retro-fitted alcantara interior
The hunt for my next car
For the last 7 year, ignoring a 6 month Qashqai blip, I have owned modified MINI's which has been great and I have met some amazing people along the way but I have always had an inch to scratch in terms of a japanese car right from day 1 as I was on the look out for a DC5 to replace my Seicento and ended up with my first MINI. When I saw the initial concepts for the Subaru BRZ a few years ago I was really excited, but when it was actually released I was a little disappointed in terms of the headline performance figures. It had the looks but on paper at least it didn't have enough power especially when compared to MINI's I had owned.
However after watching numerous reviews on the BRZ/GT86, especially Jeremy Clarkson and Chris Harris' ones as well as speaking to a number of owners I had to have one. It seems this car is bags of fun with stock power, but when the powered is increased via a turbo/supercharger the great chassis comes into its own. I have spent the last 6 months researching them while I parted out my clubman and pulled the money together to buy one. Weighing up the minor differences between the Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT86 I settled on the Toyota as I prefer the front bumper and interior trim.
The Test Drive
Before purchasing a test drive was a must. I drove one about a month ago which removed any fears I had about it being slow in stock form and since then I have been looking for a used example which would be a great base car to modify. The biggest learns for me on the test drive was this car has drama out of the box which my clubby couldn't offer without mods and it needs to be rev'd to get the most out of it.
Stumbling block
I was in the process of writing a new project thread a couple of weeks ago however even though I had placed a deposit with a dealership close to me for a GT86 in the morning morning, the dealerships up north where the car was located, decided to ignore this and sell it to someone else in the afternoon. As you can expect, I was not very happy and there is an ongoing complaint but the dealership I placed the deposit with have been great in handling the complaint.
Locating the right one
Before I had the money in place there were tonnes of these available over the winter and a great price, however come the day I am ready to pull the trigger, there are none. Requirements were pretty simple as they come fully loaded from the factory so they don't have many options. Must haves were manual, white or orange and low mileage. I had given 5 dealerships my details to watch out for cars coming in. Its took a lot of patience and not just buying one in the wrong colour just so I could have one. Many times I have considered buying one of the many black or red ones that keep coming up but I had my heart set on white/orange, so I stuck to my guns. I had many false starts but finally after the one I mentioned above fell through, straight away probably luck on their part, they managed to locate for me a second GT86 matching my requirements:
-Pearl white
-Manual
-13 plate
-9k on the clock
-Sat nav which is a bonus
It was a little over my price range but due to the complaint I managed to negotiate a decent price on it, knocking off a further £700. Funny thing is I have placed a deposit on the car and I am collecting it hopefully next monday with the clubman going in as a trade in, yet they haven't seen my car and I haven't seen theirs. However if the car isn't as described then I am fully entitled to a refund of the deposit so no real concern there. That works the same for my trade in, but at least they have seen photos of that.
So hopefully on 23rd March I can report back with lots of photos of the car after collecting it.
Previous Car History
- Fiat Seicento Sporting 1.1 NA 54bhp in Yellow
- MINI Cooper S 1.6 Supercharged 170bhp tuned up to 265bhp in Dark Silver - http://www.minitorque.com/forum/f273/tweedbeans-r53-mcs-18403/
- MINI JCW 1.6 Turbo 215bhp in Laser Blue - http://www.minitorque.com/forum/f272/tweedbeans-r56-fjcw-25319/
- Nissan Qashqai Tekna 2.0 NA 139bhp in Silver
- MINI Clubman JCW 1.6 Turbo tuned to 270 bhp/236.9 whp and peak torque of 283.1lb/ft. In Laser Blue http://www.minifoo.com/forum/index.php?threads/tweedbeans-clubaru.58/
Car History by tweedbean, on Flickr
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Keethos in tweedbean's GT86
Pre-purchase mods and plans
First off lets start by saying yes I plan to mod this car, I know I have said no with my other cars, but this one is not staying stock from day 1. The first couple of months will be slow on the mod front but May onwards is where the fun begins
Plans include removing the fugly stock spoiler and fitting a duck tail type one, BRZ side vents, a set of wheels and coilovers. Then I can start planning the performance mods which would include a turbo/supercharger kit of some sort and a brake upgrade. I am also 70/30 split on a rocket bunny kit which is a irreversible mod as you have to cut away the arches to get it to fit. If I don't go for this, I will go down the 5 axis kit route which is subtle in comparison to the RB kit.
For anyone that knows me, they wont be shocked when I say that before I have even purchased the car I have a number of mods in the garage ready to go:
Alcantara/leather Interior
A full alcantara/leather interior just incase the car I find didn't have one. A lot of the cars seem to have a cloth interior which wouldn't do, plus even if the car I purchase does have alcantara, this gives me a spare set to retrim etc later down the line:
Alcantara and Cloth Interior by tweedbean, on Flickr
P3 Vent Gauge
I have purchased a P3 air vent gauge as I was going to keep my scangauge from the Clubby however I couldn't find anywhere to fit it in the GT86 interior that would look right. Its great as it still allows you to use the air vent. It does everything my scangauge could do including reading codes etc and also has connections for boost if I decide down the FI (Forced Induction)route:
P3Gauge for the GT86 by tweedbean, on Flickr
P3Gauge for the GT86 Fitted by tweedbean, on Flickr
VHT Red Wrinkle Finish Paint
Purchased this to add some colour into the engine bay, spotted this done on a car in the US and it looked pretty good so I am going to give it a go. More details once its done.
Wrinkle VHT paint by tweedbean, on Flickr
Red light tint and green glass paint
To remove the lexus style stock rear lights I want to tint them all red, while I take my time to decide if I want to switch to aftermarket lights. Green glass paint to ensure rear indicators flash amber through the red tint.
Red light tint and green glass paint by tweedbean, on Flickr
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Tweedbean reacted to Lauren in tweedbean's GT86
Just so you know, the rear lights are not 'Lexus Style'. They are based on the 2000GT which was a key influence in the design as seen in the side glass profile also.
Good luck for the 23rd!
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Keethos in Hello from tweedbean
Deposit now transferred to another GT86 coming in at the end of this week, so hopefully I may be able to collect it next week
13 plate
9k on the clock
White
Manual
sat nav
Not sure on interior yet, although I know it's all black as its am20
I haven't even seen a photo of it yet, but as they already hold my deposit due to last weeks fiasco, they moved it to this car and if it isn't as perfect as they described then I can get it refunded. Got a very good deal on the car too so I am really pleased, but I don't want to get too excited just yet in case anything goes wrong before collection like last week.
I will keep you all up to date and once I have the car I will also post up all the details of the issues I have had dealing with a couple of dealerships.
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Keethos in Hello from tweedbean
Deposit now transferred to another GT86 coming in at the end of this week, so hopefully I may be able to collect it next week
13 plate
9k on the clock
White
Manual
sat nav
Not sure on interior yet, although I know it's all black as its am20
I haven't even seen a photo of it yet, but as they already hold my deposit due to last weeks fiasco, they moved it to this car and if it isn't as perfect as they described then I can get it refunded. Got a very good deal on the car too so I am really pleased, but I don't want to get too excited just yet in case anything goes wrong before collection like last week.
I will keep you all up to date and once I have the car I will also post up all the details of the issues I have had dealing with a couple of dealerships.
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Tweedbean reacted to Polishingpedlar in Hello from tweedbean
Fingers crossed for you!
Another white, the best colour..but I'm biased.
Look forward to seeing some pics soon.
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Tweedbean got a reaction from Keethos in Hello from tweedbean
Deposit now transferred to another GT86 coming in at the end of this week, so hopefully I may be able to collect it next week
13 plate
9k on the clock
White
Manual
sat nav
Not sure on interior yet, although I know it's all black as its am20
I haven't even seen a photo of it yet, but as they already hold my deposit due to last weeks fiasco, they moved it to this car and if it isn't as perfect as they described then I can get it refunded. Got a very good deal on the car too so I am really pleased, but I don't want to get too excited just yet in case anything goes wrong before collection like last week.
I will keep you all up to date and once I have the car I will also post up all the details of the issues I have had dealing with a couple of dealerships.
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Tweedbean reacted to JamesP1991 in Hello from tweedbean
Hope everything runs smoothly for you this time
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Tweedbean reacted to Tareim in Heated Seat Wiring
I think you're going to have to cut it as it looks like a moulded piece
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Tweedbean reacted to Captain Duff in Gunmetal Supra rebuild from DW
Not just for Supra fans, the pictures on the first page of this thread from DW took my breath away, absolutely stunning result and a now amazing looking car: http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=353589
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Tweedbean reacted to James@Amber in Project AP86
Another 3.7kgs shaved off !
OEM Boot Lid & Rear Spoiler 8.8kgs Seibon Carbon CSL Boot Lid 5.1kgs First off cut the holes for reverse camera, and boot release button. Then trim the holes for the number plate lights : Re-install the wires, and bolt on.......perfect fit !