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Forum: Software Tuning 06-27-2019, 01:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,125
Posted By Foobar
I'm making the shift to electric - Tesla Model 3...

I'm making the shift to electric - Tesla Model 3 Performance. I won't be wrenching on cars anymore - I still have three motorcycles for that itch though...



Trade-in value is terrible. I'm...
Forum: Software Tuning 06-27-2019, 12:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,125
Posted By Foobar
For anyone else that needs a stock MAP sensor -...

For anyone else that needs a stock MAP sensor - found it at Autozone for $47.99! Unfortunately, it won't get here until July 5th and I'm doing the work this weekend so I'll likely have to modify the...
Forum: Software Tuning 06-27-2019, 12:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,125
Posted By Foobar
If I kept the MAP sensor in place I was going to...

If I kept the MAP sensor in place I was going to include the tune and OFT married to it but yeah just going back to stock would be cleaner for everyone.

Thanks all!
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 06-24-2019, 05:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,822
Posted By Foobar
Anyone local interested in buying my Vortech BRZ? (Just Vortech and Weds TC105N set left to sell!)

Hey All,

The day has come for me to move on. I'm making the paradigm shift to electric with an order I just placed for a Tesla Model 3 Performance. I'm not really looking forward to removing...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-31-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 64,322
Posted By Foobar
Yes, with the bottom attached.

Yes, with the bottom attached.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-19-2016, 09:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,469
Posted By Foobar
Mine wasn't from F 'n A - no diodes in the one I...

Mine wasn't from F 'n A - no diodes in the one I have, and it just took a standard Sylvania 3157K.
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 01-09-2016, 09:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,080
Posted By Foobar
Affirmative. I swap back and forth twice a year,...

Affirmative. I swap back and forth twice a year, no issues. This is on a '13 BRZ LTD.
Forum: Forced Induction 12-29-2015, 01:31 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 67,946
Posted By Foobar
Vortech Supercharging - FAQ and Notes

Thanks, that would be the 97.5 inch belt which is what originally came with the Vortech. I ordered a couple of them and will put it on tomorrow.
Forum: Forced Induction 08-28-2015, 08:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,136
Posted By Foobar
EFI knows their shit. Did they sell you the kit?...

EFI knows their shit. Did they sell you the kit? I'm surprised they'd suggest you use the stock sensor if so but if they're just tuning for you then yeah I guess I can see it given the circumstances...
Forum: Forced Induction 08-28-2015, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,136
Posted By Foobar
Dude, the manufacturer of your Supercharger Kit...

Dude, the manufacturer of your Supercharger Kit has come out and told you flat out that they don't suggest you use the factory sensor - they know what's best for their kit, especially since they're...
Forum: Forced Induction 08-26-2015, 08:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,257
Posted By Foobar
Generic answers for any FI on this platform ...

Generic answers for any FI on this platform

Reasons why you shouldn't:

You don't want to negate your drivetrain warranty (if it still exists)
You don't want to dump thousands of dollars into...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-24-2015, 06:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,705
Posted By Foobar
Unless you plan on swapping tires on your wheels...

Unless you plan on swapping tires on your wheels twice a year, either put hem on your stocks and buy aftermarket ones for your summers or keep your summers on your stocks and get cheap steelies for...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 08-16-2015, 10:14 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 71,786
Posted By Foobar
No issues here, had mine since they were released.

No issues here, had mine since they were released.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-31-2015, 11:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,194
Posted By Foobar
Nothing significant was fixed in the car since it...

Nothing significant was fixed in the car since it was released other than some ECU re flash which you should have gotten regardless of model year via a TSB.

This is one of those rare cases where...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-28-2015, 08:51 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 350,760
Posted By Foobar
In the US, most states' emissions check involves...

In the US, most states' emissions check involves testing the readiness monitors via OBD2. To that end, you simply disable the DTC in your tune using your favorite ROM editor and flash it to the ECU....
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-03-2015, 06:18 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 238,922
Posted By Foobar
No need to remove. There's enough space between...

No need to remove. There's enough space between light and glass to work with. If your tint guy insists on removal, find a more capable guy.
Forum: Forced Induction 06-23-2015, 06:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,914
Posted By Foobar
I've got the Vortech with the OFH, OFT, and 2.5...

I've got the Vortech with the OFH, OFT, and 2.5 Perrin resonated and catted header back.

Had the Visconti Ecutek tune before the OFT but switched when I added the OFH.

Runs perfectly fine but...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-12-2015, 06:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,638
Posted By Foobar
Ducaroo - Mind sharing where you mounted the...

Ducaroo - Mind sharing where you mounted the siren within the engine compartment? I was trying to find a good place to mount it but I'm at a loss. Also, did you have to get different nuts/bolts to...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-10-2015, 09:48 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 25,148
Posted By Foobar
Honestly, I'd get a different car. Don't get me...

Honestly, I'd get a different car. Don't get me wrong, I love this car, and I did eventually throw all kinds of money into it, but I doubt I'd do it again, and I have the luxury of being in my 40s...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-10-2015, 01:27 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 24,971
Posted By Foobar
You need a whole lot of shit for this to work on...

You need a whole lot of shit for this to work on a USDM car. Switch assembly, wiring, and the motorized mirrors which aren't sold in the USDM.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-06-2015, 08:24 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 46,343
Posted By Foobar
Technically, you can't mess with the stock...

Technically, you can't mess with the stock emissions system in any of the 50 states due to fed regs except in specific situations:
Forum: Software Tuning 04-19-2015, 11:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,408
Posted By Foobar
You can flash back to stock. It is widely...

You can flash back to stock.

It is widely reported that the dealer doesn't have tools to determine you've flashed your ECU, but Subaru/Toyota can if they perform a forensic analysis on your ECU. ...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-05-2015, 01:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,790
Posted By Foobar
I should point out that they actually tune the...

I should point out that they actually tune the system to work with various headunits, but as you've clearly pointed out, replacing the headunit along with getting the OEM A+ system fails to meet your...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 03-31-2015, 07:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,689
Posted By Foobar
OP is in The US so that'll be the Bosch ICON....

OP is in The US so that'll be the Bosch ICON. Bosch brands the same model as different names in different regions.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 03-30-2015, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,689
Posted By Foobar
You can get OEM wipers from your dealership or on...

You can get OEM wipers from your dealership or on any Subaru/Toyota parts retailer online.

Here's one for example:

http://subaruonlineparts.com/subaru-wiper-blades-flat-beam-style-p-3869.html
...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-29-2015, 12:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,891
Posted By Foobar
You guys willing to wait until I can clean it or...

You guys willing to wait until I can clean it or do you want to see what it looks like with the NY Winter still caked on?

It's basically the same as the Weathertechs and the Huskyliners, laser...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-25-2015, 06:27 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,056
Posted By Foobar
OP, a lot of people won't take you seriously...

OP, a lot of people won't take you seriously because of your situation and lack of experience. I've been in your shoes though, so enjoy the great affordable car that the BRZ is and I agree with the...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-23-2015, 04:48 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,609
Posted By Foobar
Sorry you had to go through this. That looks...

Sorry you had to go through this. That looks hellish but it looks worse than it is. They'll fix that up no problem.

Also, for future reference, one car length for every 10 mph!
Forum: Software Tuning 03-23-2015, 04:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 22,030
Posted By Foobar
The license is non-transferable I thought? Once...

The license is non-transferable I thought? Once in the car, it stays with the car, no? Otherwise I think we'd see more licenses being sold secondhand versus just cables/dongles.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-11-2015, 09:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,875
Posted By Foobar
The problem, as described by the OP, is that...

The problem, as described by the OP, is that Subaru has taken the stance that he has one oil change interval that was not performed by the dealership, so they are taking the stance that the oil...
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