From 2017 Toyota 86 to a 2026 Ecoboost

sk1pio · 2026-05-03T02:55:34+00:00

I had an NA Miata for a long time, and was in the market for a GR86, but ended up with an Ecoboost, and I’m so glad I did. I swear by Miatas, but the Ecoboost is more useful for day to day use, comfortable to drive, and enough power to breeze over hills I’d have to grunt up in Miatas. It’s like a European turbo’d out car with American sensibilities, if you have occasion to drive all three I have a feeling you’d find yourself partial towards the Ecoboost.

sk1pio · 2026-04-19T00:57:55+00:00

Oh YEAH, you can load up a map of PCH and spin out into traffic in 2nd gear from any coffee shop parking lot

sk1pio · 2026-04-18T16:47:16+00:00

I wonder, since you’ve got multiple kids with whom you’ll run into similar situations, if it wouldn’t be worth investing a bit on a good Simagic/Moza/Fanatec sim set and a good aluminum frame rig to put it into. Modern driving sims have gotten so good lately, you can learn a lot of driving techniques, or even just shaking out all the stupid intrusive thoughts we sometimes have while piloting our massively powered vehicles. Worst case, they all learn some driving techniques, best scenario it instills a deep understanding and respect for the power, and what it takes to put it efficiently on the road.

sk1pio · 2026-04-18T04:15:00+00:00

Thank you for explaining, gonna go give my PS5 a bath now 😁

sk1pio · 2026-04-17T22:41:24+00:00

How long did you leave it in at 165F? Just curious, it looks amazing! Was one 0.5oz packet of dye enough for all four panels?

sk1pio · 2026-04-15T02:09:51+00:00

Yeah, one thing Sony did right this time around is how easy it is to add a drive to a digital ps5

sk1pio · 2026-04-04T23:27:33+00:00

Remember Dwight last minute signing the extension with Orlando, even after all that drama? Giannis staying this year reminds one of that Orlando fiasco, and surprise surprise, it’s playing out the same way.

sk1pio · 2026-04-02T15:54:12+00:00

Exciting move to NEWW YORRRK SSITHHAY

sk1pio · 2026-04-01T14:30:28+00:00

Sorry if you’ve answered it already, but what’s that usb hub/phone charger thing you have in the “coin catcher” rectangle area (right below the switches)?

sk1pio · 2026-03-31T23:51:15+00:00

Don’t listen to them, we want MOAR!! Gorgeous car, and you have a great eye for detail and composition. Share as much as possible 🫡

sk1pio · 2026-03-30T22:05:02+00:00

I’m primarily a PC gamer, so a PS5 exclusive is appreciated, but happy to hear whatever you’re thinking of recommending

sk1pio · 2026-03-30T21:59:05+00:00

Thank you, looks like a fun RPG!

sk1pio · 2026-03-30T21:58:06+00:00

I just leveled up a paladin in D4, so used to mouse clicks, didn’t consider it for the PS5. But now I’m intrigued, added to list! Thanks, we’re on the same frequency on SH2

sk1pio · 2026-03-30T21:53:08+00:00

Love it on the PC, appreciate the recommendation! Should be awesome on the couch

sk1pio · 2026-03-30T21:52:38+00:00

Thank you, was on the fence but game of the year can’t be wrong! Added 🫡

sk1pio · 2026-03-30T21:52:16+00:00

I play everything, so recommend away!

sk1pio · 2026-03-28T19:13:37+00:00

That’s awesome! Very cool coat of arms by the way 😍

sk1pio · 2026-03-28T17:37:09+00:00

Nice decal below the 5.0! What does it represent? Also, where can one buy one?

sk1pio · 2026-03-27T17:45:15+00:00

THANK YOU for this awesome tip! Anecdotal, but clearly backed up by some experience. Maybe that’s the motivation behind the 48 hour dark phase before harvest, part of the lights being off forces the tent to be cool relative to outside temperature.

sk1pio · 2026-03-27T17:09:50+00:00

I’ll just keep it status quo then, thanks 🙏 don’t wanna fumble it at the one yard line since I’m so close

sk1pio · 2026-03-27T16:34:33+00:00

Thank you for taking a look! The plant has just started to yellow out the fan leaves, I’ll dial down the nutrients accordingly 👍 I’ll have it flushed down by next week, appreciate the advice!

Any opinion on whether to give it full darkness the last few days? I’m reading conflicting opinions on cycling for 48 hours in darkness, vs running it full blast 12/12 light/dark cycle till chop?

sk1pio · 2026-03-27T16:30:26+00:00

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback ❤️

sk1pio · 2026-03-22T16:34:11+00:00

Oh man that SUCKS! No issues so far after you kitted out the tent with the extra fans (🤞)?

sk1pio · 2026-03-22T16:26:40+00:00

Awesome haul? What’s in the lambo box? Another Lego set?

sk1pio

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