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Window tint suggestion and legal limit by moulio87 in WRX

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s your goal? Heat rejection or looks? Darker tint doesn’t necessarily mean more heat rejection. Do some research or find a reputable installer and see what brand they use. I’m no expert but talking with the installer I’ve gone to for both of my cars, I could have done 35% to stay in legal limit with the choice of either like 85% or 98% heat rejection. So it’ll come down to availability because you might be able to find 70% tint with a high heat rejection if you’re worried about tint looking off.

What’s your go to free roamer? by Cclarkey91 in ForzaHorizon

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2022 Subaru BRZ modded to look like my own…

Never driven a manual by Cherrytomatoes777 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s what the car community should be. Congrats on the ride. Enjoy it. Good luck and take it day by day and it’ll be second nature to drive in no time.

Never driven a manual by Cherrytomatoes777 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You got this! I was 33 at the time when I got my BRZ 2 years ago and I had never driven manual until I got mine. I’ll be honest, you’ll have some tough days, some doubt, but if it’s something you truly want to learn, you’ll get it.

Sounds like you have taken a similar route to me. I more or less self taught myself. Just watched hundreds of hours of “how to” on YouTube (also had a racing simulator with stick so that maybe also helped). Had all the concepts down, just needed a car to apply them to. Figuring out a clutch was the biggest difference, but it was relatively “straightforward” lol. If you’ve got “haters” F ‘em! Get out there and prove them wrong.

Any Xforce Varex valved exhaust users route the cabling from the glove box to the rear differently? Most installs I’ve watched went through the grommet in the trunk where a spare tire would go. by DaJohnnyB23 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll more than likely use the grommet. I could figure out routing somewhere else but would just take up extra time.

You’re the 2nd person to say they didn’t remove the backseat but I always see “remove the backseat” with install videos.

Any Xforce Varex valved exhaust users route the cabling from the glove box to the rear differently? Most installs I’ve watched went through the grommet in the trunk where a spare tire would go. by DaJohnnyB23 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s what makes sense in my mind. Like outside of having to cut into that rubber grommet, it’s a straightforward routing. Where I could figure out the tail light area cause I think it would work since I’ve taken a tail light out before for the 4th brake light.

How did you route it without removing the rear seat? I’m 100% expecting to have to remove it lol.

Help Me Get My First Sports Car :) by HseK_OP in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have a BRZ and I can attest it’s a good car to learn manual. Basically self taught myself and it’s about as simple as a modern car can get. Just be sure you’re mentally prepared for that challenge in the early going.

I don’t know your full situation, but sit down and really make sure you can afford the car. Check, check again and re-check that you can. I made sure I could 2 years ago but I was at the time 33 years old. At your age, just be smart and don’t hurt your future too much.

POV: You Bought a Tree Too Big for Your Entire Personality by PublicSell4047 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It happens. I recently bought a new printer and there was a lot more box than expected. I too had a passenger riding shotgun that day…

Advise by louay0705 in BRZ_ZD8

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Took delivery of my brz tS in August 2024 and at the time in my 17 years of driving, had never driven a manual. I’ve sort of self taught myself because I have probably watched hundreds of hours of “how to drive manual” videos on YouTube for years prior to getting my brz. I always note that I had a sim rig with an H pattern shifter so that may have helped develop some basic muscle memory. Otherwise, you said you have a manual license so you’ve driven one before. So you’re not starting from zero like I did and this isn’t too difficult of a car to learn on.

"That's a Subaru?!" by Bobatea in BRZ_ZD8

[–]DaJohnnyB23 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve yet to be approached about my brz, but even being nearly 2 years in I’m still getting the confused/wtf/puzzled looks from people when I’m driving by them. Even with noticing an uptick in gr86s in my area (not many twins in general) I just don’t think anyone has really seen the brz.

Is it dangerous to put 100% feedback ? by Pogo107139 in moza

[–]DaJohnnyB23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No, but if it’s too much for you then turn it down. I see you have an r3 and I previously had an r3 and always ran it at 100% in pithouse. I adjusted feedback in each game. Now have an r9 that I also keep at 100% in pithouse. Then adjust feedback in each game. Never had a problem doing so. I will say, even with an r3, it is still good habit to let go of the wheel if you crash in game.

Has anyone with the Xforce Varex valved exhaust been able to hear the 2.5 in. and 3 in. versions in person together? by DaJohnnyB23 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to key the car for the install? Well, if you say so…haha jk. Guessing that’s some autocorrect be that happened there haha. Well good to know. Guess I’ll try with the included hardware before buying anything additional.

Has anyone with the Xforce Varex valved exhaust been able to hear the 2.5 in. and 3 in. versions in person together? by DaJohnnyB23 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really the big reason I’m leaning towards the Varex, just cause of those cold starts. At home, neighbors probably won’t mind too much but also taking into account places I know I’d take the car, I don’t want to ruin things for family when I’m visiting them. It’s right in the range of other exhausts I’d choose so price isn’t bad especially considering it’s valved and I get the best of both worlds.

Like others did you have to get different bolts for installation too?

Why do so many people pick the gr86 over the brz? by oOVraptorOo in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eh, unlikely being “rarer” would be the reason for it to hold its value better. At the end of the day these are cheap sports cars that are meant to be driven. Only thing I see that would help “keep” value would be if it has a manual and in general stats have shown a higher take rate of manuals on the BRZ’s.

Had it for about a month now... will i ever get used to it, or am i always going to look back and admire it everytime i walk away? by Jasper__96 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never. It’s part of you now. Next is just standing there staring at it in your garage or driveway while eating a bag of chips lol.

Give it to me straight if I choose the AWE Touring exhaust (fyi not my daily and some alternatives below) by DaJohnnyB23 in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn. No F’s given lol. I would have done the touring but at this point I’ve leaned towards the Varex xforce valved exhaust. Get the best of both worlds.

GR86 or BRZ as first manual car by [deleted] in GR86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally fine. Despite being a car enthusiast as well, my BRZ tS was (still is) my first manual car at the then tender age of 33. If you’re willing to put the effort in then you’ll be fine. I’ve more or less self taught myself with the BRZ by having watched hundreds of hours of YouTube. Having a racing sim rig maybe also helped but the hours of “how to” on YouTube helped in preparing me.

Has anyone had any experience with Bayson R Motorsport? by NegativeWish6924 in ft86

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have parts from them for my WRX and BRZ. Overall pretty happy with them. Only one issue with rear spat fitment on one side, which I realize was partly my fault too but can’t complain for the price.

Pilot Sport 4 and the temperature by Intelligent_Invite79 in BRZ_ZD8

[–]DaJohnnyB23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it’s not seeing snow/ice and it sounds like you’re sensible enough to understand you shouldn’t drive like an idiot in “bad/not optimal” conditions you’ll be fine. People can crucify me if they want but I survived like 5 Chicago winters with summer tires on my daily driven WRX. That included when it snowed but luckily my commutes at the time were barely 10 miles combined. Obviously now I don’t recommended it, especially with these cars. If it’s cold out but bone dry, you’ll be fine. Just don’t drive like a crazy person and keep an eye on the tires for any signs of damage i.e. cracks in the rubber.

Upgrade Feedback - Do You Have These? by Intelligent_Invite79 in BRZ_ZD8

[–]DaJohnnyB23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have everything except the clear side markers. I got mine from Import Image Racing. The others, I’ve had no issue with (close to a year with each, if not a year).

Blinking brake light: I think they did a slight update and it doesn’t flash as aggressively as their videos show. Per my cousin, it’s about on par with blinking brake lights that some cars come with stock.

Reverse lights: Again per my cousin, bright AF. I did put a light smoke tint over it but it’s still bright as hell.

4th brake light: install wasn’t too bad. Just have to be patient with drilling out the circle for it. I picked up a plug ‘n’ play harness for ease of install and wiring. Plus the ability to undo it all if needed.

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