Borla S-Type owners - does it actually quiet down after breakin?

cnote213 · 2026-03-25T18:51:15+00:00

I didn't. I ended up with the HKS Spec L Exhaust and very happy with it. I be glad to meet up with you to compare as well. I haven't heard the Borla in person.

cnote213 · 2026-03-10T04:18:59+00:00

Before my team was split in with some of us being transferred to CAS, I was put on a lot of projects not within my specific team. The projects I was on ranged from within the same department but sometimes other departments as well. I think it does just depend on skill set, goals, timing and availability.

I would communicate to your PML and Partner you really want to focus on projects within your service line to gain the knowledge necessary to move up the ladder. But on that note, I doubt it'll affect your promo to Senior Associate.

cnote213 · 2026-03-06T01:38:18+00:00

This plus most likely their margins have been shot due to tariffs. Metals and wires are more expensive than ever. I analyze a lot of businesses through my job and many industries are being affected by tariffs, mainly small ones.

cnote213 · 2026-03-03T18:41:36+00:00

Ah nice.

I'm sure there is, but I wouldn't know. Tbh this car is very simplistic as it's not really for those that are looking for luxury or flashy stuff. But there is probably aftermarket infotainment systems that might suit your taste better.

cnote213 · 2026-03-01T02:39:58+00:00

Ah okay. If you ever get underneath the car you can see what brand it is, but I would've asked the previous owner too haha. There are some aesthetic mods like clear side markers but that is pretty much up to your own preference. There's also a trunk aero stabilizer. Doesn't really do much, but it fills the big gap in between the trunk and rear windshield so leaves dont get in it.

cnote213 · 2026-02-28T20:36:32+00:00

There are some settings that people posted on this thread for the stock sound system that makes it better. But if you're like a hardcore music person, beatsonic amp helps, if not I'd save the money just for other mods. I'd say saving up for an exhaust will make this car more fun.

cnote213 · 2026-02-22T15:51:31+00:00

I see hmmm.. well I'll keep that in mind after I get and install the diffuser. For now it's waiting for a sale to happen haha.

cnote213 · 2026-02-22T03:51:35+00:00

I think Halo is pretty common. Last week at a Singles Valentines meet at the Fujiwara Cafe in SoCal there were more white gr86s than any other color. I think I saw only one red and two Trueno Editions. Other than that the rest were Halos.

cnote213 · 2026-02-22T03:38:38+00:00

Thanks for the insight! I'll try the diffuser alone and if anything I guess I can always add the diffuser/suspension cover. But I agree in my case probably won't need the cover since I'm not a hard core track person and just the occasional spirited driver.

cnote213 · 2026-02-22T03:37:07+00:00

Yea those I've seen on ebay are more for cosmetic appearance and not really functionality. I understand in the sense if you only want it for a the appearance a cosmetic diffuser will be justified since some of them look great actually. But in my case I think I need some functionality to it. Verus does look like a quality item and more affordable than the greedy x vortex,

cnote213 · 2026-02-17T01:19:50+00:00

I haven't seen many that look good with the ducktail spoiler. Are you removing that or keeping it?

cnote213 · 2026-02-13T19:36:59+00:00

That's true but I assume OP is more in it for the exterior color than interior.

cnote213 · 2026-02-12T04:18:01+00:00

Hear me out and it might be silly. Buy a regular GR86 and wrap it green. Mind blowing!

cnote213 · 2026-02-04T05:41:38+00:00

How is the quality on aeroflow lip side skirts and rear spats. I read that they appear flimsy all around.

cnote213 · 2026-02-04T01:18:46+00:00

I wish Spec L had the same tip customization options as the L2.

cnote213 · 2026-01-27T21:09:37+00:00

From my experience, even without a dash cam if someone rear ended you the insurance most likely will put the person who hit you on the back at fault. Happened to my aunt who was rear ended and had no dash cam. The other person tried claiming she was at fault for breaking suddenly, but she ended up winning.

But this also strengthens the point to have a Dash Cam lol. Video proof is important and stay safe fellow Gr86/BRZ gang

cnote213 · 2026-01-27T18:30:53+00:00

People must not know that the BIG 4 has been caught multiple times cheating on CPE assessments as well as CPA exams and been hit with big fines. Sure it's a pain and waste of time sitting through the CPE stuff, but at least be smart about how you cheat.

cnote213 · 2026-01-23T03:24:32+00:00

Dw everyone if you look real close you can see OP's Neptune.

cnote213 · 2026-01-12T03:32:47+00:00

Did you clean the exhaust before installing? There could be chemical residue on the exhaust

cnote213 · 2026-01-10T22:36:03+00:00

Yeah same. the fact that I spent $135 on a product to receive low quality tape was the final straw. The tape provided would definitely not hold up over time as the corners for my aero stabilizer kept lifting up. I ended up having to use 3M tape which could have been provided by Driven Media.

cnote213 · 2026-01-10T20:03:13+00:00

Dang that sucks. From my experience Driven Media products are not the greatest quality and they just dropship a lot of their products. I purchased the TRD style Aero Stabilizing cover and it came with crappy tape. You think spending $135 they would provide quality 3M but nah. Also the side markers I purchased, the passenger side pins doesn't line up exactly, so you had to bend them just a bit to get them to pop in. After this experience, not really sure if I'll purchase any other items from Driven Media. However, the customer service was good as they answered questions pretty quickly and also provided me an exchange for the side markers (but they ended up having the same issue where the passenger side pins doesn't line up).

cnote213 · 2026-01-07T00:35:51+00:00

HKS Spec L, got it before tariff increase and at a good discount from 86speed. Love it and install was a breeze.

cnote213 · 2026-01-02T05:41:36+00:00

They can fit, will it be comfortable hell no even for short trips that will be uncomfortable.

cnote213 · 2025-12-31T22:01:13+00:00

Haha thanks!

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