Lauren

Well proportionately the difference between 235 and 245 in regard to profile is relatively little so you should be fine. It shouldn't be a problem for your rim width. 235 will be fine on an 8.5" rim I would have thought. You've already got 245 is going to be fine on a 9.5" rim as you're already running them.

Hey, Jo, you should have a go, definitely! Lots of fun, good banter a few beers and some competition.

I admit, I just typed in 'GT86 D2 brakes review' in Google and that is what came up with. But, what I would say, is if some brake kits are a lot cheaper than others then there will be a reason for that. Personally I think the stock brakes are just about adequate on track, though my fronts were smoking after the second session at Lydden Hill. I should add I don't have much pad left so that might not help. I think uprated pads are about all you need on an NA. I would likely try uprated pads, but I wouldn't buy a cheap big brake kit, so unless I felt it warranted going for AP etc, I wouldn't do it. Brakes are quite important after all. But, I'm not bothered by looks, function over form, always for me. It's your money though, they'll doubtless be fine, but I would do a bit more research. Whilst stuff from Taiwan often represents good value for money, it does generally mean cheaper components as they have to cut the price somehow and this is not always a good thing of course.

If you're not going mad on the track, Contisport Contact 5's. For a bit of a mix the Michelin Pilot Sport 3's are probably a good bet, though I've no experience of them. The Yoko Advan V105s should also be a good bet. I'm likely going for these, haven't got them on yet though.

You get what you pay for, James. Here's a link which doesn't really sell the D2s. http://forums.evolutionm.net/evo-tires-wheels-brakes-suspension-sponsored-tire-rack/530390-d2-380mm-brake-kit-problem-hard-shacking.html HTH.

If you are running Toyos, a better tyre may well significantly improve things for you. Toyo's are a cheap budget tyre really. I had them on a DC2 once. The sidewalls are too soft, they really ruined the turn in. Might be worth asking what width Adrian's rears are as he is using 265's. But, if you keep the fronts at 225s your car really will not handle. I would also say, why not just ease off the power if it wheelspins in third and fourth? Even on a relatively stock NA I can get wheelspin in third in the wet, but I just ease off if it happens. There is a lot of fun to be had from balancing the grip levels under acceleration. You may just have to reduce how quickly you press the throttle pedal to the floor rather than just slamming it. You will struggle to get your power down at times, but you are pushing out a serious amount of horsepower more than standard. Or you could fit tyres more suitable for drag racing if you are going to go down that route. Also you can leave the stability control on as that will cut any significant wheelspin. Cheaper than buying new tyres. Another thing to consider is how optimal is your suspension? IIRC you are running Koni's. You can always try adjusting them to see how it affects grip levels under acceleration.

Well the wider tyre you fit on the rear the more your car will understeer, i.e. when you turn it will not steer enough and go straight on. This setup (what you currently run) will affect the handling balance. It will make it safer, but it will make the car less fun on the limit. I wouldn't run a staggered setup personally, I admit though I like the rear to move around a little. A wider tyre is also heavier which is not a good thing for handling adding unsprung weight where you don't want it. It's not good for economy either as there will be more rolling resistance. I guess you can tell, I'm not a fan! But, it's a personal preference. Have a look here, it will tell you the maximum widths for your wheel sizes. Personally I prefer wheels that are slightly too wide giving a little stretch (I currently have a 215 on an 8" rim), it stiffens the sidewall and sharpens the handling a little. A drifters favourite trick of course. http://www.willtheyfit.com

What sizes are you running at the moment, Chris? I'm thinking of having a go with the Yoko Advan V105's. Really good dry grip and even better wet grip apparently if you believe the tests. Not so hot on fuel consumption and the like, but they seem to be a driver focused tyre. As for fitting wider tyres on your wheels, we need to know the width of your wheels and what size you currently have.

Providing the oil level didn't get too low you will not have a problem. It's poor, I agree, but really all you can do is get your dealer to top the oil up, carry on driving it, if there is a problem in the future which will surely be in the warranty period then I'm sure that Toyota will sort it for you even if it needs a new engine. You could check the oil pressure on the ODB app I think. But otherwise there aren't really an easy practical checks you can do.

It's on the 4-7 September: http://www.gt86.org.uk/forums/topic/997-attendance-list-for-jae-2014/

Discs not 'rotors' what are they? I wouldn't go for drilled discs because of their propensity to crack. Obviously YMMV.

Well, it'll be more on the front of course as they do most of the work.

Cool. I think I'll need to see them on the car before I can work out if I like them or not.

Welcome Peter, that is some commitment coming that far! Impressive! Enjoy your car and maybe you might think about coming over for the big UK meet at JAE in September?

Ooh quite an old one that!

They look great, Rob, but will look better with picture in brighter light.

They'll be worse in winter though.

I lightly kerbed one of mine at work the other day. Got some touch up paint from Halfords. It's not too bad.

That's enough to put me off. Cheers though.

Got the water pump, now just need to find some to fit it!

Most of us with aftermarket wheels are running 17's. My preference too. For the potholes, just get some strong wheels or miss them.

Looks good! Lowering springs still go to on?

The black and silver contrast looks good. Looking forward to seeing those wheels on!

Looks good, is a set of wheels next?

Good work!