ShinyBRZ

We were topping out about 70 to 80 by time our spinning wheels got traction and 30 year old chassis design got to its limit, not mention self preservation creeping in. I was gobsmacked to see how much they were keeping the throttle open - the stability of the WRC cars really is another planet. They're not geared for a great speed, but still see 110 or a bit more in places.

I vaguely recall Subaru had sump guards listed as options. I'll go look for my old brochures.

Some forest springs required? Raise it an inch...? I've grounded mine a few times on bumpy lanes, now I've seen these pics I feel the need to crawl underneath.

We've got a MK2 Escort. Ford rear axle, but engine and gearbox is Honda S2000 with about 250bhp. It's a fair bit cheaper than trying to get that power out of a heavier Ford lump. I remember last year watching the TV in car shots from the WRC boys. They must have had 40mph on us in places and I thought we were going quite well!

Cheers guys. We finished 20th Out of 36 finishers of 65 starters. I was navigating in my mates Honda S2000 engined Escort. A wee bit of tarmac, but it was mostly gravel today. We were using it as a shakedown for the National section of RallyGB in a fortnights time, so finishing with the only work required for Wales being adjusting the headlamps seemed a good result. If you fancy spectating, take a peek at www.walesrallygb.com - it's visiting mid and North Wales this year, 14th - 17th November.

If anyone's out spectating, give us a cheer - I'll be navigating in the white MK2 Escort with London Rally School livery. Striking distance of London and the Midlands, it's a shakedown for Rally GB in a couple of weeks time.

Dunlop 3D's. 225/45 17. Wrong size, I know, but had them from my Octavia. 2 winters, wasn't gentle with them and still a good 6mm after approx 12k miles. Still can't believe how good they are in the snow, was doing hill starts for the fun of it in fresh snow! Put them on a set of standard rims I picked up for 160 quid.

Toyota blagged the lions share of UK cars, that's why you're not seeing (m)any. Nothing to do with discounts or lack of dealers.You all have my sympathy, though.... I get to see one every day!

That's what happened with me. All the extra grip's spoilt it somehow, with my new Continentals, and I'm now thinking of more power, but haven't seen anyone doing cams and revs...

PS4... It'll just work.Plus it's what all my mates are aiming for.Your gaming platform of choice should primarily be based on what your gaming buddies will have, rather than choosing the best. I've learnt that with too many betamax moments!

If he's a new driver, the Institute of Advanced Motorists might be a good bet. Learning about anticipation and observation might not be very cool, but it's often overlooked by most of us.

Looked at the can of foam and couldn't bring myself to believe it would work and decided not to use it, so popped my space saver on. Least it was dry and daylight this time - usually it's raining and dark!Down to about 3mm, so it's about time to go for a full set... Due to the good reports about the wet grip and local tyre shop getting them in for Monday, it's Continental Contact 5's. Just hoping I don't wreck the fun aspect with too much dry grip...

Cracking look, raised a bit with.... Are those wheels 16's...?

I've had them on for a couple of weeks and they're better in pretty much every way. Better traction, more grip, better braking in the dry and especially in the wet. Can't fault them at all. I should be saying I couldn't be happier, but......something has gone, though. The reduced need for driver input at sensible speeds means either higher speeds for the same level of fun or the need for a wee bit more power. Pro-R are promising an exhaust/map upgrade 'soon' or maybe I need a trip to Litchfield or Fensport (if they'll let a BRZ in!)...On the other hand, maybe a pair of the winters could be slipped onto the back a few weeks earlier...

Definitely loosens up with miles and goes noticeably quicker.

Tada san says that is boring...

Thought it was 2nd to a 458 or something...

Lauren should be familiar with such racing kisses....The Merc looked pretty close and positioned oddly before he gave the 86 a nudge.

Lifted for the camera and tagged by the white saloon?

Careful....Or we'll be branded the GT86 photographers club!

Welcome across.

Another familiar name. Welcome.

Aye - wouldn't want BMW getting into bed with Toyota, for example...

This is classic. If you message www.gt86.org.uk on the other forum, it's auto edited to briskoda.netDon't know if it's just for pm's or proper posts! Unbelievable and a somewhat underhand thing to do...

Best mod / upgrade is putting miles into the engine... Get driving and it just gets better!