Monthly Archives: January 2017

Supercharged vs. N/A Tuned FRS (GT86)

scionlife.com scion frs GT86 NA supercharged boost comparison

The Toyota GT86 (nee Scion FRS) has long been derided for the lack of power. More specifically, complaints have arisen about the massive dip in torque between 3,000-5,000RPM. The FA20 engine, with only 151 lb-ft, is hurting for torque as-is, so by throwing a big dip in the power delivery  drivability really suffers. Fortunately, the [...] More »

Would You Use Ford Parts on Your Car? Ford Thinks You Will

ls1tech.com ford omnicraft

Ford Customer Service Division has announced the new Omnicraft brand, which is slated to sell competitively-priced replacement parts for makes and models. Available now at your local Ford dealership. Ford is also stating that it will begin servicing non-Ford vehicles at it’s dealerships with Omnicraft parts. 1500 common replacement parts, including oil filters and brakes [...] More »

Supercharged vs. N/A Tuned FRS (GT86)

scionlife.com scion frs GT86 NA supercharged boost comparison

The Toyota GT86 (nee Scion FRS) has long been derided for the lack of power. More specifically, complaints have arisen about the massive dip in torque between 3,000-5,000RPM. The FA20 engine, with only 151 lb-ft, is hurting for torque as-is, so by throwing a big dip in the power delivery  drivability really suffers. Fortunately, the [...] More »