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While im sure you are correct. if they were reliably accurate top teams would ditch string lines. your definitely right about it being the operator. probably alot to do with the set up and calibration also.
They are reliably accurate. Just like the person setting up the string alignment kit has to know what they're doing, the guy running the Hunter system has to know what he's doing.
Also, the laser aligner has to be calibrated to the surface the vehicle is going to be aligned on. And that surface needs to be extremely level. So it's really not practical to cart that around to the track.
Do you guys prefer the new manual to the automatic or vice versa?
I bought the automatic because I only use it at the racetrack. If looking for something to have fun driving around town, etc I would definitely get the manual transmission.
They are reliably accurate. Just like the person setting up the string alignment kit has to know what they're doing, the guy running the Hunter system has to know what he's doing.
Also, the laser aligner has to be calibrated to the surface the vehicle is going to be aligned on. And that surface needs to be extremely level. So it's really not practical to cart that around to the track.
Yes but even in the workshop they use string line kits. But yes i see merits for both systems.
@kaj You will be happy to know you can fit the engine cover with the Wagner manifold if you clean up / reroute the EVAP and wiring crap and do some little trimming to the underside of the cover.
@kaj You will be happy to know you can fit the engine cover with the Wagner manifold if you clean up / reroute the EVAP and wiring crap and do some little trimming to the underside of the cover.
Hopefully we will soon see if my alibaba intake will do the same! I will be thrilled if it actually works.
On a related note, my anti-buffeting bits started making a ton of wind noise on the highway after adding the canards. Good thing I don't daily the car.
On a related note, my anti-buffeting bits started making a ton of wind noise on the highway after adding the canards. Good thing I don't daily the car.
Does the wind buffeting problem still exist when the windows are rolled down? I've heard different things about whether the fixes work.
I went the $5 route and haven't had a problem since. I think I've only had the car above 120 mph once, may have made noise but I didn't notice. Probably because I was kind of focused at the time lol
The laws of physics still apply. If you want 450whp-500whp, you probably should pick something other than FWD.
To answer your first question, it feels like a car with fifteen years of technological advancement, because it is. The FL5 is 350 lbs lighter, has 20mm wider tires stock, tons more lateral grip, superior gearing, fuel economy, lighting, and tech. Only you can prioritize what you want and need a car to do. For me, I'm tired of keeping old performance cars roadworthy, and believe they are better relegated to occasional duty only.
Thanks. Its definitely interesting to see what long time Evo owners moved to. Seems like a bunch went to the Supra.
Steering feel, sharp handling and equaling my ~420 WHP are priorities for me. Having some backseat is a preference, but not a must.
I drive my Supra just like my Evo. Great transition
I'm reading so many good things about the new manual Supra. Gearing, rear suspension grip, and win buffeting seems improved. The only problem is finding any. Toyota production levels (even on more common vehicles) suck,
