Wanted: A Couple of things

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Wanted: A Couple of things

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1) Someone to buy the GTS Greg Moore stole from me so he can give me SOME of the of what he owes me.
2) A Website Up-Date via information provided by http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_86
Suggested Categories:
1)Future Models [For photos/photo-chops, discussion about future 86 models,group buys group-on's etc.]

2)Subaru (Subaru BRZ) and Scion (Scion FR-S) are going to be the American equivalent of the "Toyota 86" only released by said name in Japan.(Oh, and btw; Jonas; remember when I said 'it would be awesome if...") So my other suggestion is Model specific categories for the newer models Subaru (Subaru BRZ) and Scion (Scion FR-S) and listed differences as a reference.

3)Engines: 4U-GSE//FA20 [See Test!!!:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOHcHM83fHQ
Info so Far: According to Scion, sales are expected to start in the second quarter of 2012 as the Scion FR-S.
Appearing in the Toyota 86 (also known as the Toyota GT86 in Europe, Scion FRS in the USA and Subaru BRZ), the 4U-GSE is a boxer type engine with 4 cylinders and a bore and stroke of 86mmx86mm. It features direct and port injection systems D4-S, with a maximum power rating of 200HP (147kW) at 7,000RPM and a maximum torque rating of 151 lb.-ft (205 N-m) at 6,600RPM.

Side Notes: I think there's going to be some engine variations... I can't tell when/how... but I get the feeling...
Posted Via above wiki link:
Design

The FR-S was designed around a front-mounted boxer engine rear-wheel drive configuration. "The flat architecture of the boxer engine, allows it to be mounted low, dropping the center of gravity down, resulting in sporty handling characteristics."[21] The exterior design of the FR-S was inspired by the Toyota 2000GT's extremely low to the ground profile and long, sleek hood. The total concept of the car was most inspired by the Toyota AE86 which originally utilized lightweight design combined with modest engine power along with the front engine rear-wheel drive design that the FR-S will have. According to the FR-S's designers, "The goal was to create an authentic rear-wheel drive sports car with compelling style, exceptionally balanced performance and handling, flexible utility and surprising MPG."[21] The car's design was inspired by previous Toyota sports cars including the Toyota Sports 800, Toyota 2000GT, and Toyota AE86.[21]
[edit] Engineering

The Toyota designated 4U-GSE engine is a naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that uses Subaru's horizontally opposed boxer engine as well as Toyota's D-4S injection system which uses both direct and port injection. The engine has a 12.5:1 compression ratio and a bore and stroke of 86 mm that results in 200 horse power @ 7000 RPM, for the FR-S and BRZ, and 197 horse power for the Toyota variant, and 151 pound-feet of torque @ 6000 RPM for all three vehicles. As part of FR-S's low weight design, the car utilizes an aluminum hood, a solid roof, and a trunk design as opposed to a hatchback.[22][23]

The FR-S, 86 and BRZ will offer two 6 speed transmission built by Aisin, a manual gearbox and modified automatic transmission from the Lexus IS-F, minus two gears. The automatic uses a traditional wet torque converter design, but its software has been engineered to mimic the response of a dual-clutch gearbox. The automatic transmission uses three different modes, Sport, Snow, and Normal.

When questioned about differences between the Subaru BRZ and the Scion FR-S, Scion hinted at the FR-S being tuned more for sport, while the Subaru was tuned more for ride compliance. Meaning the Subaru could have a softer ride than its Scion counterpart. [24]

The boxer engine sits as far back and as low as possible in the engine bay for an optimum weight distribution of 53% of the weight up front and 47% of the weight in the rear. The low sitting engine provides excellent low center of gravity, which allows the engine to sit lower than the Nissan GTR and just 0.6 inches higher than the Lexus LFA.[22]

The three vehicles use 17 inch diameter wheels 7 inches wide. The wheels are lightweight and wrapped in Michelin tires, similar to those that are found on an upgraded Toyota Prius, but different diameter and width of 215/45. The wheels feature ventilated disc brakes at all four corners with two piston-opposed calipers in the front and single caliper design in the rear. Suspension is MacPherson suspension in the front and double wishbone in the rear.
[edit] Interior

The Interior Features a 2+2 seating configuration which utilizes low mounted front seats. The rear seats fold down enabling increased storage space for larger items.[22]
[edit] Japanese version

For the Japanese market, the Toyota 86 is offered in RC, G, GT, and GT Limited trim levels. Targeted for customers who want to modify their cars, or compete in motorsports, the strippo model RC came with black bumpers, steel wheels, and no air conditioning. Transmission for the base model is 6 speed manual only, while all the higher grades are available with either manual or 6 speed automatic. The 86 G adds color-keyed bumpers, 16 inch alloy wheels, manual AC, and halogen headlights as standard equipment. The GT has 17 inch alloy wheels, automatic climate control AC, smart key, HID headlights and fog lamps. The top of the line GT Limited has all the GT's features plus Alcantara seats, 18 inch alloys, and rear spoiler. This model will be on sale in Japan this April 6, 2012, and afterwards, Toyota will open "Area 86" specialty shops, where car enthusiasts can get together to talk about automobiles and where shop specialists can support car-owner activities aimed at helping give sports-car culture local roots.[25]
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Dorikun

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Re: Wanted: A Couple of things

Post by dr.occa »

For now you'll need to go to FT-86 sights to get your fix there Eric.

So does that mean you got your car back from Greg or what?

Eric, you should know better. This section is for real Wanted posts for tangible car parts and consumer goods.

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