6 Months Later... chanomatik's 2013 BRZ Limited in Crystal Black Silica - Page 56

Jive Turkey · 03-05-2014, 03:19 PM

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chanomatik · 03-05-2014, 07:24 PM

infinite012 · 03-05-2014, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

Thanks! And how could one miss FAIRBANKS?! LIES! Although I'm sure the weather up there has been more cooperative than the weather down there. It's been nice up here.

Thanks! I know some guys wanted better taillight pics so I aimed for that goal, plus the STI fender garnishes.

Thanks! 2013 BBS. Light as hell for the size: 18x8.5 @ 20.5 lbs each. I'm gonna be a happy camper once I get 245/40R18 Continental ExtremeContact DW summer tires on them. Light and usable!

245/35/18 is the closest match to OEM tire diameter. That's what I'm rolling on for summer tires.

chanomatik · 03-05-2014, 09:17 PM

I thought about that, but 35 is such a thin/short sidewall... I dunno. Lemme marinate on that for a hot minute.

Just researched real quick. Looks like that size is the best way to retain my stock wheel ratio. It saves me 1 pound each tire too! Overall I'll be adding .1 pound each wheel over stock wheel weight (including tires).

infinite012 · 03-05-2014, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

I loved that dude in The Matrix.

ucsmfu · 03-05-2014, 11:19 PM

where did you buy the rims from ?

Iam looking for a pair myself

kyletakahero · 03-05-2014, 11:34 PM

From me

Haha.

ucsmfu · 03-05-2014, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kyletakahero

From me

Haha.

i wanna buy a pair too :P

Jive Turkey · 03-06-2014, 02:10 AM

245/35 Is a bit tiny.

IMO 245/40 or 255-265/35.

Only tire sizes worth looking at for 8.5/9.5" wheels

chanomatik · 03-07-2014, 02:28 PM

Realization #1: I forgot my snow tires are 255/45R18, not 245. More reason why they rub lock-to-lock.

Realization #2: No warranty for cleaning corrosion buildup at battery terminals. $50, everything looks as good as new!

Realization #3: Bayson R full STI lip kit comes in with my Seattle stock load today!

I don't think 35 sidewall is THAT thin-looking. We'll see what happens. I'm liking the idea of saving weight and have wider tires. 255/35R18 sounds kinda hot. Also heavy, so probably not. Either 245/35 or 245/40.

chanomatik · 03-07-2014, 02:41 PM

Realization #4: My STI cover on my new fender garnish doesn't sit flush against the garnish piece. I'm going to have to find some thick, double-sided tape to put behind it to keep it down. Kind of annoying. You can only tell when you're looking down the car from back to front and mostly up close.

chanomatik · 03-07-2014, 07:08 PM

@Woyiq: Still takin' dem kinda pics, bruh.

Bayson R STI Replica Lip Kit

kyletakahero · 03-07-2014, 11:17 PM

Install all the parts!

I'm still waiting for that Nam.. *gets choked out by ninjas*

2point0 · 03-08-2014, 02:14 PM

At some point, I'll break down and get that same kit...glad to see he sells it all together now.

I'd be tempted to grind the sideskirts a bit to look more like OEM, though. Like round off that sharp corner at least.

Woyiq · 03-08-2014, 11:27 PM

I think some of the front lips look good but I scrape already. When I get new coilovers it's going to be worse. You have a problem with that at all?

insane_one · 03-08-2014, 11:46 PM

*lurking cause no care, cause no installed pics*

Jive Turkey · 03-09-2014, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Woyiq

I think some of the front lips look good but I scrape already. When I get new coilovers it's going to be worse. You have a problem with that at all?

Look at my car, I live in central nj. I don't have any problems. angle ALL the things.

Woyiq · 03-10-2014, 02:43 PM

Yeah I try my best but they love crowned roads here due to the rain. Most modern construction isn't bad, but the town I work in used to flood frequently in the 30's and 40's and most of the roads still reflect that. Turning off the street feels like driving into a ditch sometimes. So dumb.

ariblood77 · 03-10-2014, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Woyiq

Yeah I try my best but they love crowned roads here due to the rain. Most modern construction isn't bad, but the town I work in used to flood frequently in the 30's and 40's and most of the roads still reflect that. Turning off the street feels like driving into a ditch sometimes. So dumb.

You have it easy. Try living in New England with a lowered car.

itwillboost · 03-11-2014, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by chanomatik

I thought about that, but 35 is such a thin/short sidewall... I dunno. Lemme marinate on that for a hot minute.

Just researched real quick. Looks like that size is the best way to retain my stock wheel ratio. It saves me 1 pound each tire too! Overall I'll be adding .1 pound each wheel over stock wheel weight (including tires).

My 235/40/18 were perfect. If you would like I am going to start test fitting a lot of different styles soon, I can try and get you pictures.

chanomatik · 03-11-2014, 05:58 PM

I was looking at pics of 35 vs 40 sidewall and it honestly doesn't look much different to me. I've driven on 40 sidewall plenty of times. The question is: Can I live with the rougher ride of 35 sidewall? Alaska's roads are very uneven, although I do my best to drive on the raised parts and I don't run over potholes. I might have to succumb to being a victim of circumstance and realize that I live in Alaska and having thinner sidewall tires is probably not the best idea. I do like the thought of having even more road communicated to me, though...

Woyiq · 03-11-2014, 09:47 PM

For what it's worth I'm doing staggered 255/35 and 225/40

I'm sure that will totally help with yer decision

aldsar · 03-12-2014, 11:45 AM

I'm rolling 235/35/18r, been up and down the Staten Island Expressway a few times this year, no issues with them. Good luck finding a road more roughed up than that warzone. yeesh.

OrbitalEllipses · 03-12-2014, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by aldsar

I'm rolling 235/35/18r, been up and down the Staten Island Expressway a few times this year, no issues with them. Good luck finding a road more roughed up than that warzone. yeesh.

Shaolin!

chanomatik · 03-12-2014, 02:34 PM

Thanks for the input guys. I think it might also depend on the suspension I go with. There will be considerable gap if I get 245/35R18 tires at stock ride height. Even a 1.4" drop with Eibach Sportline springs might not be enough to satisfy my thirst for stance.

Examples of 245/35R18 at least in the rear wheels:

My lip kit should be getting installed in about 90 minutes. It's snowing right now, but I'm going to try and wash my car before showing up so I can keep the areas clean beforehand and take pictures afterwards. I forgot the STI emblems, so those will be applied later.

Anyone have any idea on mounting the front STI emblem for the grille? I haven't really looked at it yet. Just a buncha random plastic assortments, like a backing piece and some screws.

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03-05-2014, 03:19 PM	#1376
Jive Turkey Scooby Guru Member#: 219492 Join Date: Aug 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Soviet Russia Vehicle: 17' 5mt XV & 02 WRX @comrad	step back, mother***er. Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

03-05-2014, 07:24 PM	#1377
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID

03-05-2014, 09:17 PM	#1379
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	I thought about that, but 35 is such a thin/short sidewall... I dunno. Lemme marinate on that for a hot minute. Just researched real quick. Looks like that size is the best way to retain my stock wheel ratio. It saves me 1 pound each tire too! Overall I'll be adding .1 pound each wheel over stock wheel weight (including tires).

03-05-2014, 11:19 PM	#1381
ucsmfu Scooby Newbie Member#: 368968 Join Date: Sep 2013	where did you buy the rims from ? Iam looking for a pair myself

03-05-2014, 11:34 PM	#1382
kyletakahero Scooby Specialist Member#: 185030 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Anchorage, AK Vehicle: 2016 FXT Satin White Pearl	From me Haha.

03-06-2014, 02:10 AM	#1384
Jive Turkey Scooby Guru Member#: 219492 Join Date: Aug 2009 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Soviet Russia Vehicle: 17' 5mt XV & 02 WRX @comrad	245/35 Is a bit tiny. IMO 245/40 or 255-265/35. Only tire sizes worth looking at for 8.5/9.5" wheels

03-07-2014, 02:28 PM	#1385
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	Realization #1: I forgot my snow tires are 255/45R18, not 245. More reason why they rub lock-to-lock. Realization #2: No warranty for cleaning corrosion buildup at battery terminals. $50, everything looks as good as new! Realization #3: Bayson R full STI lip kit comes in with my Seattle stock load today! I don't think 35 sidewall is THAT thin-looking. We'll see what happens. I'm liking the idea of saving weight and have wider tires. 255/35R18 sounds kinda hot. Also heavy, so probably not. Either 245/35 or 245/40.

03-07-2014, 02:41 PM	#1386
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	Realization #4: My STI cover on my new fender garnish doesn't sit flush against the garnish piece. I'm going to have to find some thick, double-sided tape to put behind it to keep it down. Kind of annoying. You can only tell when you're looking down the car from back to front and mostly up close.

03-07-2014, 07:08 PM	#1387
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	@Woyiq: Still takin' dem kinda pics, bruh. Bayson R STI Replica Lip Kit

03-07-2014, 11:17 PM	#1388
kyletakahero Scooby Specialist Member#: 185030 Join Date: Jul 2008 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Anchorage, AK Vehicle: 2016 FXT Satin White Pearl	Install all the parts! I'm still waiting for that Nam.. gets choked out by ninjas

03-08-2014, 02:14 PM	#1389
2point0 Scooby Specialist Member#: 150248 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: San Diego-ish Vehicle: 08 FXT Sports WRB	At some point, I'll break down and get that same kit...glad to see he sells it all together now. I'd be tempted to grind the sideskirts a bit to look more like OEM, though. Like round off that sharp corner at least.

03-08-2014, 11:27 PM	#1390
Woyiq Scooby Newbie Member#: 36125 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Lake Oswego, OR	I think some of the front lips look good but I scrape already. When I get new coilovers it's going to be worse. You have a problem with that at all?

03-08-2014, 11:46 PM	#1391
insane_one Scooby Specialist Member#: 301431 Join Date: Nov 2011 Chapter/Region: AKIC Location: Anchorage, AK Vehicle: 2005 Evolution VIII	lurking cause no care, cause no installed pics

03-10-2014, 02:43 PM	#1393
Woyiq Scooby Newbie Member#: 36125 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Lake Oswego, OR	Yeah I try my best but they love crowned roads here due to the rain. Most modern construction isn't bad, but the town I work in used to flood frequently in the 30's and 40's and most of the roads still reflect that. Turning off the street feels like driving into a ditch sometimes. So dumb.

03-11-2014, 05:58 PM	#1396
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	I was looking at pics of 35 vs 40 sidewall and it honestly doesn't look much different to me. I've driven on 40 sidewall plenty of times. The question is: Can I live with the rougher ride of 35 sidewall? Alaska's roads are very uneven, although I do my best to drive on the raised parts and I don't run over potholes. I might have to succumb to being a victim of circumstance and realize that I live in Alaska and having thinner sidewall tires is probably not the best idea. I do like the thought of having even more road communicated to me, though...

03-11-2014, 09:47 PM	#1397
Woyiq Scooby Newbie Member#: 36125 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Lake Oswego, OR	For what it's worth I'm doing staggered 255/35 and 225/40 I'm sure that will totally help with yer decision

03-12-2014, 11:45 AM	#1398
aldsar Scooby Newbie Member#: 356438 Join Date: May 2013 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Wilmington, DE Vehicle: 2013 BRZ Premium 6MT Dark Grey Metallic	I'm rolling 235/35/18r, been up and down the Staten Island Expressway a few times this year, no issues with them. Good luck finding a road more roughed up than that warzone. yeesh.

03-12-2014, 02:34 PM	#1400
chanomatik Scooby Guru Member#: 159474 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Blackstone, MA Vehicle: 2017 Impreza Sport Lithium Red - OLDKID	Thanks for the input guys. I think it might also depend on the suspension I go with. There will be considerable gap if I get 245/35R18 tires at stock ride height. Even a 1.4" drop with Eibach Sportline springs might not be enough to satisfy my thirst for stance. Examples of 245/35R18 at least in the rear wheels: My lip kit should be getting installed in about 90 minutes. It's snowing right now, but I'm going to try and wash my car before showing up so I can keep the areas clean beforehand and take pictures afterwards. I forgot the STI emblems, so those will be applied later. Anyone have any idea on mounting the front STI emblem for the grille? I haven't really looked at it yet. Just a buncha random plastic assortments, like a backing piece and some screws.