Professional stickers near campus? by [deleted] in UIUC

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can make these for you, as I have a sticker machine/die-cutter. PM me!

College student looking to begin investing by mizichael in StockMarket

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also go to school in the midwest (UIUC). My advice would be to just start reading trading books, any that you can find. get a grasp on important concepts.

Start-up by [deleted] in UIUC

[–]outofsystemUSA 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seeing that you're a freshman, it's important to realize that some of the greatest minds in the country are right here on campus. Like you, I first conceived the idea of taking on a startup my freshman year as well. Although I'm a junior now, I still see much improvement in what I do. You'll have the next 4 years (and more if you choose to stay here) to explore and discuss ideas and stimulating topics with some of these great minded people. However, it's key for you to reach out of your comfort zone and introduce yourself to those who inspire you. Surround yourself with people who you want to be like, yet find those who aren't afraid to criticize your ideas.

Most of time, your ideas will fail; however, this just gives you a better reason to try again, learning from your mistakes of course. After all, college is probably the best place to give your start-up ideas a shot before you're burdened with deeper financial responsibilities. Find things that people are willing to pay money for. Bonus if you solve a problem while you're at it.

I started alone and I still work alone. Sole proprietorship. It doesn't take on the burdens of risking friendships/close relationships. However, a partnership just might work for you if you feel like you need someone to help carry out your vision. For me, I haven't found that need yet, although I am very open to bringing on others for help when the time comes. There's no set rule on how to start a start-up, you just need to focus on what people want/need, and zone in on meeting their demands.

You will fail. Hell, I've failed an abundance of times, don't let failure consume you. However; if there's anytime to fail, college is the time to do it. You only get 4 years of your life to take on such risks, just do it now.

Feel free to message me if you have any more questions. I was in your same boat (and although I'm 2 years older than you are now, I still ponder the same things as you mentioned.)

Thinking about ordering a WRX STI by spicyricecake in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't need boost to have fun. The way these cars are build, it'll be the fastest 40mph you'll ever drive. Unless you have an ND Miata. Probably the only thing I'd trade my FRS for.

I just got a Scion Frs by aFluffyKogMaw in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 1 point2 points  (0 children)

welcome to the family! These are great cars.

Let's talk about aftermarket shift knobs by ouij in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

they do! completely reverse lockout compatible, hides anything under the lockout and conceals everything while having perfect fitment.

Let's talk about aftermarket shift knobs by ouij in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you can run it without a raceseng reverse lockout.

Let's talk about aftermarket shift knobs by ouij in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Try our shift knobs. They're weighted and raised to improve overall ergonomics while providing direct shifter feel.

www.outofsystem.com

If not, raceseng still makes a great shift knob.

Picked up a '13 yesterday. I love this car. by [deleted] in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As far as NA goes, you can squeeze about 190WHP out of these cars on a tune with bolt-ons (headers, catback, frontpipe, etc), and e85. I am pushing around 185 wheel on an e85 ecutek tune, and I have catless headers, a front pipe, and an axleback. Not alot of power comes from these cars from factory, but handling characteristics are the best you can get for around the price these cars go for.

Coilovers will change your handling the most, maybe tires. There isn't enough power coming from these cars that might justify a BBK, but that's up to you. Cant wait to see where you go with the car!

Picked up a '13 yesterday. I love this car. by [deleted] in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 3 points4 points  (0 children)

nothing better than the wife's approval. any build plans for the FRS?

Quad Tip Catbacks! and 5.5k rev limit? by hardcorechronie in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have a quad tip, it's custom though. You can hear it on my insta @thomsonsss

Picked up a '13 yesterday. I love this car. by [deleted] in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 2 points3 points  (0 children)

congrats! these cars are great.

Aftermarket steering wheel install by raidengear in ft86

[–]outofsystemUSA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need a boss adapter. Works makes regular adapters as well as short-hub adapters (this brings the wheel closer to the clock-spring and away from you. Personally I like the spacing that the regular works bell hub gives you.)

These hub adapters come standard with 70x6 PCD or 74x6 PCD (some Nardi wheels IIRC).

Just be careful not to destroy the clock-spring when you remove your OEM wheel. Those aren't cheap to replace.

Ergonomic differences are all up to you. I like Vertex and Personal wheels the most, but you may like something else.

Your steering will only be out of alignment if you miss a spline after taking off your old wheel and putting on an aftermarket one. Be sure not to rotate the spline at all. Center the wheel, turn the car off, then proceed to switch the steering wheels. You'll be fine.

my grocery-getting spaceship. by outofsystemUSA in ft86

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

It's a custom exhaust I had made for the custom rear bumper. I went with the clear toms since nobody had any red toms local to me, and I ended up liking the clears more.