What option is most important to you?

**Exitspeed** · 10-26-2009, 08:45 AM

Assuming power locks, windows, AC, are all standard, what other option is a MUST for you?

It's a toss up between LSD and Brembos for me. I voted LSD though for the poll.

**dflwrx** · 10-26-2009, 02:12 PM

Originally Posted by Exitspeed

Assuming power locks, windows, AC, are all standard, what other option is a MUST for you?

It's a toss up between LSD and Brembos for me. I voted LSD though for the poll.

That pairing was a tough decision for me too. Ultimately, I decided on the LSD because I find an open differential (especially on a 2wd car) to be a bigger handicap to deal with than smaller diameter brakes. It's been my experience that track pads and fluid can get you more brake than you'll ever need outside of road racing or rally. Even in the context of road racing I've never had issues with stock Diameter WRX brakes after upgrading to competition pads and fluid.

So, that's why I voted LSD, although Brembos would really be a great option too... can't we have both??

**Exitspeed** · 10-26-2009, 02:19 PM

Originally Posted by dflwrx

That pairing was a tough decision for me too. Ultimately, I decided on the LSD because I find an open differential (especially on a 2wd car) to be a bigger handicap to deal with than smaller diameter brakes. It's been my experience that track pads and fluid can get you more brake than you'll ever need outside of road racing or rally. Even in the context of road racing I've never had issues with stock Diameter WRX brakes after upgrading to competition pads and fluid.

So, that's why I voted LSD, although Brembos would really be a great option too... can't we have both??

I'm sure we can.

I just wanted to see what was most important. I picked LSD for the same reason.

**dflwrx** · 10-26-2009, 02:23 PM

I figured as much... great minds think alike after all

**DrEaM MaKeR** · 10-26-2009, 03:58 PM

I voted LSD but most likely toyota will add the new lsd they use which is a pretty much a traction control unit so meaning no real lsd.

**West** · 10-26-2009, 04:46 PM

I voted Brakes simply because "generally" doing a brake swap is more expensive than an LSD. However Im sure there will be front and rear 6-4 plot brakes for this car so pricing should be about the same for aftermarket LSD vs F&R brakes.

**dflwrx** · 10-26-2009, 05:32 PM

That's probably true, depending on whether or not the brakes/differentials from other subaru/toyota platforms are interchangeable. It'd be nice if the STI brembos or rear differentials were bolt in options for this car. They're a direct bolt on on most current Subarus, but since the R160/R180 are technically Nissan differentials I'm not sure that'll be the case on the FT86. I'm still hopeful about the STI brembos though, since those are pretty affordable as far as BBKs go.

I'm so excited for this to hit production

**Bruce Lee** · 10-26-2009, 10:50 PM

FTL = Faster then Light engine......J/K

**Exitspeed** · 10-27-2009, 08:56 AM

Originally Posted by West

I voted Brakes simply because "generally" doing a brake swap is more expensive than an LSD. However Im sure there will be front and rear 6-4 plot brakes for this car so pricing should be about the same for aftermarket LSD vs F&R brakes.

I thought of that too. It's always nice to include a more expensive option like brakes into that monthly payment then forking over $3000 for brakes.

But if I had to choose one of the other at delivery it would be LSD for me.

**Black** · 10-27-2009, 09:50 PM

a rear wheel drive scion TC with LSD, great performer, and more power...

**Black** · 10-27-2009, 09:52 PM

I forgot.. I want AC

**West** · 10-28-2009, 08:58 PM

Originally Posted by Black

I forgot.. I want AC

No way! Ive ripped AC out of so many cars because its pointless. This from someone who lives in Colorado though

**Black** · 10-29-2009, 06:33 AM

Originally Posted by West

No way! Ive ripped AC out of so many cars because its pointless. This from someone who lives in Colorado though

Here in Jersey... summer is horrible.. humidity and all.. you sweat as soon as you step outside... so Yeah need my AC

**Exitspeed** · 10-29-2009, 08:19 AM

I never used AC in any of my fun cars. Even my brand new Eclipse the only time I would use it is when my wife was in the car and it was really hot. Otherwise it's windows down for me.

**Cal** · 10-29-2009, 08:45 AM

Georgia summers = great need for AC

Fuck leather though. I have a huge disdain for leather seats. The navigation is fail too. I would rather rip out the most basic cd player they have and stick in a Pioneer model and have a tom tom for navi.

**Artie** · 10-29-2009, 11:06 AM

I voted LSD, there is no better way to gain lap times.

**Exitspeed** · 10-29-2009, 11:56 AM

I wanna know who voted for sunroof. lol

**I was Imprezed** · 11-01-2009, 09:22 PM

i dont want A/C, or Power steering but i doubt that'll happen. I voted LSD simply because assuming the car is low power i wont need crazy calipers and simply good rotors/pads will do me plenty good. Now if theres a turbo version Brembo's and an LSD are a MUST. Low power version i would like suspension/brakes and low weight.

**Cone** · 11-05-2009, 11:43 PM

I voted LSD too, having a RWD car with an open diff is just not fun. Big brakes are good, but not as important to me as handling.

**Exitspeed** · 11-06-2009, 08:17 AM

Originally Posted by Cone

I voted LSD too, having a RWD car with an open diff is just not fun. Big brakes are good, but not as important to me as handling.

I disagree. Maybe not AS fun. But still fun.

I did a year of AutoX in my stock 240 with an open diff and I had plenty of fun.

But, yeah, diff is mucho important.

**CC2** · 12-23-2009, 01:23 PM

I'd have to say LSD, that made the most difference in my car; Qualfe LSD FTW! All the other options I would go aftermarket and I prefer not to have a moonroof.

**Cone** · 12-23-2009, 07:15 PM

No not quaife! Clutch type! We want 2 way!!! I know that's not going to happen, but at least clutch type!

**CC2** · 12-23-2009, 09:46 PM

Oh I was referring to the one I installed, it works great in my RSX. I didn't mean Quaife for the 086A, ANY LSD will do =)

**Cone** · 12-23-2009, 11:52 PM

Sorry for jumping on you like that, I just don't like quaifes in a RWD.

**Cal** · 12-24-2009, 12:21 AM

I don't have enough exp. to really vote on any of these.

**SUPRAtruc2JZGE** · 12-30-2009, 03:41 PM

LSD get my vote but wish there is a way to select more than one, so if my second choice is Special Brakes system.

**G4BROKE** · 01-01-2010, 10:25 AM

Surely, LSD and a Beefy brake system, suspension, but that thing is gonna need a wing! It will likely look good with it too, but also, it will be such a police magnet! ....Perhaps a small very efficient wing, and canards. Yeah, i'm thinking too far ahead...haha.

**dsycks** · 02-25-2010, 01:05 PM

A wing? Really?

I voted LSD but I would say that much of this vote is based on what LSD it is. I do not care to pay for a cheap crappy part just to say its in there when what is needed is a true performance part such as a helical unit that will stand up to the rigors of track abuse.

RD or STI that gives us a stripped out, light track ready car that has the solid diff and great binders as well. Heck, if it has a radio delete, roll up windows or even no AC I am down with it and WILL park on in my garage.

Now lets start talking to Hawk about making some racing pads for whatever brakes are on the car! Woot woot!

**G4BROKE** · 02-25-2010, 08:31 PM

Originally Posted by dsycks

A wing? Really?

Yes unfortunately I mentioned it...though small wing/spoiler..(or large if plan to track it for specific purpose(s)).

EVO/STI/WRX are AWD and have Wings....go figure. In this case.....likely it will not get a wing due to keeping costs down....i'll be ok with that.

The G sport turbo concept has a wing......(some will always like it and other won't)

**Cal** · 02-25-2010, 08:40 PM

Originally Posted by G4BROKE

Yes unfortunately I mentioned it...though small wing/spoiler..(or large if plan to track it for specific purpose(s)).

EVO/STI/WRX are AWD and have Wings....go figure. In this case.....likely it will not get a wing due to keeping costs down....i'll be ok with that.

The G sport turbo concept has a wing......(some will always like it and other won't)

While not the most important option I think it is a valid one. I believe a lot of cars look better with wings if they are conservative.