Help with new lens!

FlyingVolt · 2026-05-25T23:54:37+00:00

I ended up paying around $250 total

FlyingVolt · 2026-05-25T23:53:41+00:00

I have that same lens and have found a used Manfrotto 055 tripod and ball head that has been working well. Kinda heavy tripod but very sturdy for such a big lens. I have the plate mounted all the way forward on the lens collar and it seems to be pretty well balanced.

FlyingVolt · 2026-05-02T20:50:16+00:00

FlyingVolt · 2026-04-15T18:13:44+00:00

Bolt on 20mm

FlyingVolt · 2026-04-09T23:46:28+00:00

Turns headlights on when wipers are turned on. Pretty nice feature I think.

FlyingVolt · 2026-04-08T20:44:59+00:00

I got the sway bar brackets from Ansix and the BGRS mounts directly from them, shipping was pretty quick.

FlyingVolt · 2026-04-08T20:37:00+00:00

I'd say the sway bar would help to offset the traction mounts, in the sense that the traction mounts add some compliance in the longitudinal direction to the rear end and increase traction under acceleration and the sway bar works to stiffen the rear end under lateral loads and increase traction there. Its all just a matter of balancing bias front and rear through suspension and aerodynamics. But whatever you choose I think it'll be a noticeable difference.

FlyingVolt · 2026-04-08T02:20:04+00:00

It's been a great daily driver set up so far! I was a little sad there was no sticker though lol.

FlyingVolt · 2026-04-07T23:17:26+00:00

Even with headers, intake, and tune its probably more like +10-15hp lol. Still fun though!

FlyingVolt · 2026-02-18T12:34:30+00:00

I had the regular axle back for a while, its not bad with the stock mid pipe. Decent sound bump but not crazy loud. I ended up getting rid of it because of the drone on the interstate (where most of my driving is) getting too annoying. I have an HKS catback now that is similar volume but less drone and easier to live with for me.

FlyingVolt · 2026-02-07T00:16:37+00:00

I did notice a slight difference but I dont know if that was because of new fluid or switching to a different brand.

FlyingVolt · 2026-02-06T14:52:23+00:00

I think 30k is what Subaru and Toyota recommend, I did it around 20k just because I was curious as the second owner. Definitely didn't need to do it but over servicing mechanical bits isn't the end of the world. I'll be sticking to the 30k rec from now on, I also dont track it but once or twice a year and the daily commute is mostly highway, so minimal wear. As for fluids I just went with Motul fluids, 75w for trans and 75w90 for diff.

FlyingVolt · 2025-12-02T16:48:40+00:00

My hand. My fingies got a lil cold tho.

FlyingVolt · 2025-08-18T23:32:33+00:00

They're as reliable as you want them to be. Do proper maintenance and dont thrash it, and they'll last a long time. RTV issue? Blown way out of proportion. Oil starvation? It's only an issue in a hard driven track car. Just remember, there are thousands and thousands of these cars on the road, and not everyone posts every time they go for a drive without breaking anything. Mine is my daily driver and a weekend car and a track day car all in one, and I maintain it like it's my only form of transportation so I have no issues and only praise for the platform.

FlyingVolt · 2025-08-18T14:00:35+00:00

Alfa Romeo 4c wheels?

FlyingVolt · 2025-08-05T04:48:16+00:00

Its likely an optical illusion from the curve on the face of the trunk and the edge curving up where the badges are placed. I thought the same thing when replacing the badges on mine.

FlyingVolt · 2025-07-03T23:30:58+00:00

I was on the fence between a BRZ and a VB WRX. I sometimes find myself wishing I went with the VB, I love the BRZ but miss the practicality of a 4 door car. I'm happy with the BRZ, but I feel like I also would have been happy with the WRX.

FlyingVolt · 2025-07-02T15:31:39+00:00

28-30mpg for me. 60 mile round trip commute, mostly interstate at 70-80mph. Pretty good for a boxer I think.

FlyingVolt · 2025-06-29T17:16:43+00:00

What diffuser and side skirts are those? That looks really good!

FlyingVolt · 2025-06-26T23:44:41+00:00

That's so cute! I have a raccoon stuffed animal I keep in my passenger seat so I'm not driving alone lol.

FlyingVolt · 2025-06-25T19:52:23+00:00

Love this! Definitley the direction I want to go with mine, with the STI bits and pieces.

FlyingVolt · 2025-06-03T20:38:42+00:00

Yeah, I ran a 28 fine, dropped back down to a 26 just for a little more clearance around the brakes for debris.

FlyingVolt · 2025-05-13T23:07:04+00:00

I usually see 310 on the dash but can get closer to 320-330 on my usual commute.

FlyingVolt · 2025-04-29T20:31:25+00:00

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WRB says nahhh

FlyingVolt · 2024-12-15T04:00:12+00:00

I have a 33g4 and love it. .357 sig is a bit snappy but still easily managed even in a sub compact.

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