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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
04-02-2022, 11:11 AM
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Highest mileage BRZ/FRS/GT86 you’ve seen?
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B-R-Z
I'm at around 190,000 miles/9 years of ownership...
I'm at around 190,000 miles/9 years of ownership and it still runs like new. Have only replaced an AC condenser, 1 wheel bearing, brake pads, and clutch due to throw out failure.
Prepping to buy...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
08-06-2021, 07:12 PM
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WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?
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8,867,305
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B-R-Z
Yes, I am really impressed with how well they...
Yes, I am really impressed with how well they came out. They look like clear red plastic from the factory in person.
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
08-06-2021, 05:50 PM
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WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?
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Did a wash, including inside the trunk lid area...
Did a wash, including inside the trunk lid area and under the fuel lid. Also did a plast-x job on my headlights to get rid of the yellow. At 8.25 years and 182k miles and have hardly had any issues....
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
03-21-2021, 10:07 PM
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19,883
WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?
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Center caps for my AV-20's
Center caps for my AV-20's
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
02-17-2021, 11:01 PM
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WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?
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7,320,550
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B-R-Z
Switched from XXR 527's to AVID.1 AV-20's
Switched from XXR 527's to AVID.1 AV-20's
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
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01-09-2021, 09:37 PM
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Winter tires
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B-R-Z
For years I went with MPSS on aftermarket wheels...
For years I went with MPSS on aftermarket wheels for summer and Blizzaks on stock wheels for winter. Now that I've had my BRZ for nearly 8 years and I'm telecommuting for work, I decided to go with...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
06-24-2020, 11:43 PM
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Another spark plug thread
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Same for the most part, it's my daily and I do...
Same for the most part, it's my daily and I do the occasional spirited driving. It has treated me really well over 7 years/180k miles.
So far I've had the below issues:
TOB went at around...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
06-24-2020, 08:25 PM
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Another spark plug thread
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4,381
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B-R-Z
Bought the car new with 4 miles on the clock. I...
Bought the car new with 4 miles on the clock. I drive 46 miles each way to work so it's mostly highway. I don't beat the hell out of it, but I also don't pamper it. No tracking.
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
06-23-2020, 07:37 PM
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Another spark plug thread
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Another spark plug thread
I know there are a few of these threads floating around but thought I'd post my experience for those prepping to do it for the first time and give some tips. No motor lifting required.
Tools:
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Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub --
Sponsored by The Tire Rack
03-06-2020, 06:51 PM
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Anyone have experience with Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS?
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3,276
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B-R-Z
I ended up going with the Michelin Pilot A/S 3+,...
I ended up going with the Michelin Pilot A/S 3+, getting them put on tomorrow. They were the most expensive ones, but not by a whole lot, $829 shipped.
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
02-27-2020, 05:29 PM
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Is there a high mileage thread for BRZ?
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10,152
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B-R-Z
I'm on original plugs too at 175K. I recently...
I'm on original plugs too at 175K. I recently looked up the process and it looks like a PITA so I keep putting it off. It still runs/pulls fine so I'm going with the 'if it aint broke don't fix it'...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
02-22-2020, 01:52 PM
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What's your number?
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B-R-Z
Don't have fancy gauges on mine either, but 90%...
Don't have fancy gauges on mine either, but 90% of my cars 175k miles are on a highway doing between 70-85 mph, so my average mph is probably 65ish I would think. Average MPG is always between 30 and...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
02-13-2020, 06:26 PM
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Is there a high mileage thread for BRZ?
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B-R-Z
It's a timing chain so it should last the life of...
It's a timing chain so it should last the life of the car.
The labor is a little pricey so to me it is worth replacing the clutch + TOB when only the TOB needs replacement. My flywheel was...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
02-12-2020, 10:44 PM
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Is there a high mileage thread for BRZ?
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I drive almost 100 miles a day for work, and this...
I drive almost 100 miles a day for work, and this is since I got the car in 2013 which is why my miles are so high. Initially I thought about getting a beater to keep the miles down but then I...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
02-12-2020, 06:56 PM
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Is there a high mileage thread for BRZ?
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10,152
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B-R-Z
175k here
175k here
Forum:
Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
02-09-2020, 08:43 PM
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OEM-like clutch replacement
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6,378
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B-R-Z
Agree, I was on a highway for 90% of my current...
Agree, I was on a highway for 90% of my current 175k miles, I'm confident my clutch is in great shape. I drive 45 miles each way to work, spending maybe 10 minutes each way with stop and go traffic...
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Engine, Exhaust, Transmission
02-09-2020, 06:37 PM
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OEM-like clutch replacement
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6,378
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B-R-Z
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GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
01-04-2020, 12:42 AM
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2,589
(GR86) Second Generation FR-S/BRZ insider info...
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471,147
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B-R-Z
It's awesome that the car has different drive...
It's awesome that the car has different drive modes. Some say the variable suspension is a gimmick and the steering sucks but it can be corrected with aftermarket parts.
I honestly rather pay...
Forum:
GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
12-31-2019, 11:32 AM
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2,589
(GR86) Second Generation FR-S/BRZ insider info...
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471,147
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B-R-Z
Completely agree, I've driven nothing but...
Completely agree, I've driven nothing but Japanese cars my entire life (except for an 08 328xi for 6 months) and between the price, fun, reliability, they cannot be beat. There are no Japanese cars...
Forum:
GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
12-30-2019, 06:58 PM
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2,589
(GR86) Second Generation FR-S/BRZ insider info...
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471,147
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B-R-Z
M240i no, but I think M2 > 86. And that's...
M240i no, but I think M2 > 86.
And that's my problem. I drive just under 100 miles a day for my work commute so any car I buy has to go the long haul. I can't keep racking up 50k or so miles and...
Forum:
GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86)
12-29-2019, 09:28 PM
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2,589
(GR86) Second Generation FR-S/BRZ insider info...
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471,147
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B-R-Z
Something cool better come out soon, my current...
Something cool better come out soon, my current BRZ is approaching 200k and I'm ready to buy something. Currently looking at a used M2/M3 or a new M240i and honestly kind of hoping to avoid going...
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NY / NJ / CT / PA
09-21-2019, 12:57 PM
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2
Any recommended South Jersey Dealerships?
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1,082
Posted By
B-R-Z
If you have a 2013 I wouldn't bother, personally....
If you have a 2013 I wouldn't bother, personally. I am up to 160k miles on mine and if it hasn't happened yet, it likely won't. Too risky letting some 9-5'r at a dealership mess something up for...
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NY / NJ / CT / PA
06-16-2019, 02:22 PM
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7
Performance Shop in NJ?
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2,513
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B-R-Z
Check out Procom in toms river
Check out Procom in toms river
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
06-09-2019, 05:56 PM
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5
Would the trunk/back seats fit 4 x 20" wheels?
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2,347
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B-R-Z
Should be fine. With your backseats down you can...
Should be fine. With your backseats down you can fit 3 between the trunk and backseat back and one in the front, or put a wheel on top of the one on the backseat. I've done it with my 18"s a few...
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
03-29-2019, 08:36 PM
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29
Single, simple mod for a bit more boost
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10,891
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B-R-Z
Tune, hands down. Get an Open Flash Tablet....
Tune, hands down. Get an Open Flash Tablet. Ideally along with an uncatted UEL header so you can run stage 2.
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
02-06-2019, 09:52 PM
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58
These headlights, though...
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13,776
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B-R-Z
LED's are not as bright as HID, I have read. The...
LED's are not as bright as HID, I have read. The aim has to be off if you are getting flashed regularly. This goes without saying, but headlights are designed to not blind oncoming traffic.
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Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB
01-20-2019, 11:14 AM
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1,037
valve spring issue?
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218,870
Posted By
B-R-Z
Well yeah, my statement was directed more at...
Well yeah, my statement was directed more at something that may have been a result of taking apart a motor...so broken valve/valve spring/throwing a rod, etc.
That is where my head is at with it,...
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
01-08-2019, 09:49 PM
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30
Oh deer... What's that? A curse?
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8,570
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B-R-Z
18" XXR 527's, powder coated matte bronze,...
18" XXR 527's, powder coated matte bronze, wrapped in MPSS's
Forum:
BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
01-08-2019, 09:02 PM
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30
Oh deer... What's that? A curse?
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8,570
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B-R-Z
I feel your pain man, that was me October 2017.
I feel your pain man, that was me October 2017.
Forum:
Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)
01-05-2019, 11:44 AM
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7
Calling All Retrofit Experts: Headlight Won't Adjust
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1,715
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B-R-Z
Beam pattern/cut-off looks great, how difficult...
Beam pattern/cut-off looks great, how difficult was the retrofit? Which bulbs are you running, and did you maintain D4S or switch to D2S or LED? I wish subaru would have put nicer projectors in this...
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