Draco-REX

I would assume so. The 2015 will have some updates so I think they probably would want the 14s gone.

2750 wet w/o driver. Stock 200bhp 151tq. 7400rpm red line. DynoJets put stock ones at around 160rwhp. My car is probably closer to 2800 with the new blower, radiators, etc. I've shaved some weight here and there, but I'm sure I'm not ahead of the gain.

I'll take Best BRZ, he can have Best FR-S. There are some close similarities between our cars (Flex Fuel Supercharged, 18" wheels, coil overs, etc.) but the end results are so very different. I think that really reflects well on the platform.

I took a nearby FR-S owner for a spin in it tonight. He was grinning like a fool. I'll tell ya, it's a completely different beast when I can roll off the line and then punch it and break a pair of 265s loose.

Delicious Tuning

Thanks

There's two versions. One with a clear outer shell, one with a red shell. I have the clear version, and I can't quite make out which is in the video.

Nope, aftermarket; TOM'S.

Thanks guys. The tune should make around 300rwhp in DynoJet numbers. At the moment, I'm not sure, since it's possible I'm not running the most aggressive map. Once that's ironed out, I'll take it to DTM for the final numbers.

Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger. There's still some tweaking to do, though. The tune needs some adjusting, the suspension needs to be dialed in, the exhaust needs to be less "buzzy", etc. But it's just about complete. The wheels may not be to everyone's taste, but I like them. Without some heat in them the 265s in the rear just barely hold the new torque, and the 255s in the front just barely handle the new brakes. On the track, this thing should stick like crazy.

It's ALIVE! And it hauls! Warmed it up and did some runs on the last couple gallons of 93 in the tank, then filled it up with moonshine. The mix seems to have stabilized at about E70, and there was a noticeable improvement in power. Just a couple little issues to sort out, then it's new wheels and a good wash! I hope to get it to CR's benchmark dyno at DTM and see what numbers it's making.

It's a twin-screw. All there is is boost with more than a little throttle. Actually, it turns out they got the tune to me at 4:30am this morning. I'm going to get it in the car, but it won't be ready for C&C. So I'll have to wait for a month for its C&C debut. But I'll be putting it through its paces before then.

So no BRZ at C&C tomorrow, (or next week due to a race). It's still a paperweight in my garage without a tune. I don't know what's taking a week to get a canned tune to me, but so far, I've got nothing despite reassurances. Needless to say, I'm pissed. The wheels are here and ready to go on the car. But I can't roll the car out of the garage to put them on since I won't be able to get it back in without the engine. So they look nice against the wall....

Here's some good news; It's not heavy. http://www.roadandtrack.com/go/news/we-weighed-the-alfa-4c 300lbs lighter than a BRZ is impressive these days.

lol. That thread was doomed from the start. If not from the mods killing it, then the inevitable flame war and move to the Kitchen would have rendered it moot.

In on the first page.

I'm actually thinking of picking up another STI. But a 2006 this time. It'll be for RallyX though, so it won't look much like the last one.

Thanks guys. No build thread here. I do have a thread on FT86club.com. But it's mostly focused on the first build of the car. You can see it here: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7106 Current list of mods: Power: Innovate twin-screw supercharger Innovate Air-water intercooler 70mm pulley (original is 75mm) Borla EL Header Motive Over-pipe ARC test pipe ARC Grip cat-back Zeitronix Flex-Fuel system Delicious Tuning Stage 2 Flex-Fuel tune (this week) HKS intake duct (mostly for sound, really) Robispec high capacity radiator w/ oil cooler Drivetrain: Go Fast Bits lightweight pulleys ACT Pro-Lite flywheel ACT Street Clutch PST CF driveshaft STI Engine mounts STI Transmission mount Whiteline differential bushing inserts Whiteline rear subframe bushing inserts Suspension: RCE Tarmac II coil overs w/ 400in/lb springs F/R Vorshlag Camber plates Whiteline adjustable front sway bar links Whiteline rear camber adjustment bushings Rota RT5 wheels 18x8.5+44 Fr, 18x9.5+44 Rr Dunlop ZII tires 255/35-18 Fr, 265/35-18 Rr Cusco Front strut bar (mostly for looks + Master Cylinder brace) Brakes: STI Brembos Adam's Rotors custom rotors Stoptech Braided steel lines Master Cylinder brace from above Then there are the the look-good/driveability bits, like the spoiler lip kit, etc.. The tune I'm getting should put the car around 300rwhp with a tank of E85. A centrifugal blower would likely make more top-end than me, but I like the twin-screw's response, and frankly, it just looks and sounds cooler too. But 300whp in a 2750lb car will be the best power/weight ratio car I've owned. So far I've had: '98 T/A 10lb/hp, '07 STI 10.7lb/hp, '14 S5 11.3lb/hp. The BRZ should end up at around 8lb/hp. I'm looking forward to this. Thank you. I like to keep things moderate; kind of OEM+. But this time, I'm getting a little more vulgar. I abandoned the yellow lip on the wheels, but I'm still going for a yellow accent. The calipers are bright yellow as well. It is also a lot noisier both outside and inside. I think a great daily driver/weekend warrior build would be: N/A engine Flex fuel kit AirRaid intake JDL catted header Aftermarket overpipe/high flow catted front pipe/catback Delicious tune (should be about 190rwhp or so) Lightweight pulley CF or Aluminum driveshaft RCE "Starter Kit" (springs, front camber/caster adjustment, rear camber adjustment) 245/40-17 summer tires Lightweight(15-17lbs) 17x(8.5 or 9) wheels RCE sway bar kit Whiteline adjustable endlinks STI Brembo calipers CarboTech brake pads (one set street, one set track) Braided lines Clutch brace Depending on catback selection (Stock is even a viable choice) this should keep the car close to stock comfort for daily use and still have a really fun car for AutoX or Track days. I had close to this and had plenty of fun at Mid-Ohio. I even chased down a few "faster" cars too.

http://player.gl-systemhaus.de/AUDI/2014/LeMans/ Cars 1 and 2, with commentary.

It's not running yet.. It's just assembled. I have one wire to run under the dash, then I just need a tune. If all goes well, next weekend it'll be to roll. Hopefully Wheel Medic will have my wheels done too.

48 weeks of waiting. Two weeks of a couple hours here and there. And one marathon session today. Finally, it's together! And look! A left over part! In this case, it's a good thing. You know what's F***ING delicious after working for hours in the sun? Water. I hope I never get hit in the front left corner. There are so many freakin' hoses and lines there now...

I LOVE the Continental SportContact 5P tires I put on the Audi. I don't know how they will wear yet, but they are the best I've used when factoring in wet grip and comfort/noise. Highly recommended.

BRZ. According to the tuner, I should be around 300 at the wheels when I'm done. It's not a ton, by CR standards, but this will be the best power/weight ratio car I've ever owned. And by a good margin.

As much of a fan of Vettel as I am, I think Alonso is the better driver, and likely the best driver out there. But Alonso has 5 years more experience in F1...

Torx bit + Hammer + Impact Gun = SUCCESS! WOOT! Now to get 4 GOOD bolts and torque everything up. Then it's all about putting stuff on the car.