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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-11-2020, 04:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,801
Posted By alan.chalkley
WOW, if i saw that much corrosion anywhere on my...

WOW, if i saw that much corrosion anywhere on my brz , my ocd would go mental with wd40 being sprayed over it every single day.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-09-2020, 06:52 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,851
Posted By alan.chalkley
But when the battery is disconnected/reconnected...

But when the battery is disconnected/reconnected these cars go into limp/relearn fuel trim mode and drive like a vegetable for the next 200kms.
My original 2013 oem battery is still going strong and...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-07-2020, 02:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,922
Posted By alan.chalkley
Lucky you got it out before it took a ride...

Lucky you got it out before it took a ride through the gears!
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-21-2020, 04:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,289
Posted By alan.chalkley
Here down under we use tree branches and duct...

Here down under we use tree branches and duct tape , for the outback bush temporary repairs , until we limp it back into town.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 03-16-2020, 02:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,345
Posted By alan.chalkley
Some bright spark at the stealership rounded the...

Some bright spark at the stealership rounded the corners off my drain bolt , so it is good practice to replace the drain bolt after seven years of oil changes anyway.
With my ocd i use a torque...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-07-2020, 03:10 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 18,136
Posted By alan.chalkley
Is this not an international forum about...

Is this not an international forum about discussing car stuff anywhere on this planet?
My wife drives a boringly reliable reliably boring AU camry.
Is this not similar to a US camry?
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 02-01-2020, 01:16 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,542
Posted By alan.chalkley
So some guy was pulled over by the police for...

So some guy was pulled over by the police for using his mobile phone (cell phone) at a speed of 10kms/hr on a horse.
His only plea was that horses are autonomous and already know the way home....
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-31-2020, 11:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,905
Posted By alan.chalkley
So far the original tyres and brake pads have...

So far the original tyres and brake pads have done only 26000 kms in nearly 7yrs , but i avoid dirt roads.
I use my 4wd zook for where the road is not.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-22-2020, 06:30 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 71,927
Posted By alan.chalkley
More power = more fuel consumption = more trips...

More power = more fuel consumption = more trips to the fuel station or a much larger fuel tank.
With a larger engine + turbo + more fuel weight , what happens with balance and brakes?
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-17-2019, 01:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,333
Posted By alan.chalkley
I had the same problem after "talented dealer...

I had the same problem after "talented dealer technicians" performed oil changes for six years.
The solution was to gently tap a six point socket over the oil drain bolt and carefully use a long...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-14-2019, 05:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,977
Posted By alan.chalkley
Use a multimeter to double check the clutch...

Use a multimeter to double check the clutch safety switch and the attached wiring.
Also use a multimeter to check every fuse in the car.
And make sure the new fob battery is good and is seated...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-11-2019, 01:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,977
Posted By alan.chalkley
Did you try the spare key fob? Auto or manual...

Did you try the spare key fob? Auto or manual car?
They can do weird things when the fob battery is weak!
The safety switch on the manual clutch pedal?
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-25-2019, 02:56 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,160
Posted By alan.chalkley
Enjoy changing the nappies! This is much more...

Enjoy changing the nappies!
This is much more enjoyable than trying to teach teenagers how to safely drive cars.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-13-2019, 04:26 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,542
Posted By alan.chalkley
Today , a chronologically challenged driver...

Today , a chronologically challenged driver reversed into the side of our parked white camry , $$$$ this is the third time this has happened with this boring car.
At least this time around he left...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-12-2019, 12:23 AM
Replies: 322
Views: 64,230
Posted By alan.chalkley
But are you still driving your BRZ?

But are you still driving your BRZ?
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-11-2019, 03:05 AM
Replies: 322
Views: 64,230
Posted By alan.chalkley
Outside of my brz i am 61 , but as soon as i sit...

Outside of my brz i am 61 , but as soon as i sit in the drivers seat i am 18 again.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 09-23-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,542
Posted By alan.chalkley
Today i was stopped at a red light in the yaris...

Today i was stopped at a red light in the yaris and there was a loud bang of a ufo into the rear window , like a high speed bird strike.
It was actually a plastic hubcap that came off a speeding car...
Forum: Engine Swaps 08-18-2019, 12:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,570
Posted By alan.chalkley
The only thing wrong with the FA20 is the...

The only thing wrong with the FA20 is the "talented technician" within 100 metres.
The steering can easily turn away from kangaroos and "talented technicians".
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-24-2019, 04:16 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 13,376
Posted By alan.chalkley
All modern cars have too many "nanny systems" and...

All modern cars have too many "nanny systems" and anti pollution systems , that are just more things that are expensive to fix.
One thing that determines the life of any car , is how much money the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-12-2019, 03:49 AM
Replies: 24,627
Views: 7,323,220
Posted By alan.chalkley
LOL, i have done the same and then used my...

LOL, i have done the same and then used my bicycle to go and buy oil.
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 07-02-2019, 03:58 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,867
Posted By alan.chalkley
Money is not important , good relationships with...

Money is not important , good relationships with people is most important , because we are all given just a short amount of time on this planet.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-21-2019, 04:12 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 18,280
Posted By alan.chalkley
It is not a case of right or wrong. I would...

It is not a case of right or wrong.
I would rather have the privilege of destroying my own engine than letting some "talented technician" loose with my car.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-24-2019, 11:54 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 30,039
Posted By alan.chalkley
Local law enforcement will explode your balls ,...

Local law enforcement will explode your balls , well before your engine explodes.
Remember everyone is posting pics from their phones these days.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-24-2019, 07:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,359
Posted By alan.chalkley
If my valve springs break , then the dealer will...

If my valve springs break , then the dealer will say that the carbon fibre antennae on my roof received a spurious signal from Mars that is known to shatter valve springs.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-19-2019, 05:38 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 12,704
Posted By alan.chalkley
If "quiet" is the buzzword , then the new fully...

If "quiet" is the buzzword , then the new fully electric cars would be great.
They are especially quiet when the batteries are flat in the sydney harbour tunnel.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 05-19-2019, 01:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,629
Posted By alan.chalkley
Worn tie rod ends will cause excessive tyre wear...

Worn tie rod ends will cause excessive tyre wear , so your tyres should tell you.
Also worn out tie rod ends make a clunking/knocking noise when turning the steering wheel.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-10-2019, 08:20 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 42,428
Posted By alan.chalkley
In the same way that the Jeep wrangler is now...

In the same way that the Jeep wrangler is now automatic , the new automatic Toyota supra shares the same "driving in a straight line auto/manual is irrelevantly boring"but comfortable.
May as well...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-12-2019, 05:11 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 47,669
Posted By alan.chalkley
Here there is now what is called Compulsory Third...

Here there is now what is called Compulsory Third Party Personal Injury Insurance (CTP) that covers injury to people.
But it's not compulsory to insure for damage to cars exploring new houses or...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-12-2019, 04:44 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 47,669
Posted By alan.chalkley
One of my friends was "self insured" and his...

One of my friends was "self insured" and his mistake caused a seven car crash.
He ended up paying a payment plan for many years.
Yes insurance is very expensive , but "self insurance" will end up...
Forum: Southern California 03-24-2019, 05:39 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 39,197
Posted By alan.chalkley
When i tried new hoses with the old rusty oem...

When i tried new hoses with the old rusty oem clamps it leaked.
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