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Old 12-14-2009, 09:51 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Aust & NZ Members?

Someone needs to start the ball rolling - all Aust / NZ members are encouraged to make themselves known here.
Mitch - Perth, Western Australia. Current car - 1976 Toyota Celica.
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Old 12-15-2009, 08:17 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Welcome...I don't live in Australia but my real name is Melbourne.
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Old 12-15-2009, 11:32 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I didn't know Melbourne was an Australian name.
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Old 12-15-2009, 03:36 PM   #4 (permalink)
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I didn't know Melbourne was an Australian name.
It's English in origin. But it's the second largest city in Australia so that is generally what people think of when they hear my name.
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Old 03-10-2010, 03:28 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Im an Aussie, i have owned a 2000 WRX and 2004 WRX, but now have a R32 GTR, and my other car is a 1975 TA27 Celica that is yet to be complied and registered. Im planning on keeping the GTR until the FT-86 is released

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Old 03-10-2010, 02:56 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Nice roll call of cars Shaun, well done. I don't think the FT-86 is going to be as quick as the R32 when you change over... :-)
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Old 03-11-2010, 04:57 AM   #7 (permalink)
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I bet it wont be as quick either, 330kw at the wheels is not easy for a Subaru engine. But unless you like a car that rattles, squeaks and needs every rubber bush and coolant hose replaced (over 30 in the GTR's!) the FT-86 would still be enjoyable.

On another note i have a nice closed deck Subaru motor just waiting for some 2.5 sleeves. I have a pair of heads that have been machined for 1mm oversized valves. I bet the FT-86 would get up and go with that in it!
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Old 03-11-2010, 02:57 PM   #8 (permalink)
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My car is 34 years old and suffers the same problems - labour of love, still brings a smile to my face every time I drive it.
That combo of bits sounds perfect for an FT-86, looks like an aftermarket of hot gear and good ideas is starting to build up for it already.
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