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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 06-02-2021, 10:28 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 86,039
Posted By ToySub1946
Totally Fugly pos vehicle. Especially those...

Totally Fugly pos vehicle.

Especially those ancient looking headlamps...C6 Corvette anyone.

Time will tell if I buy one of these or an ugly BRZ

Hyundai Santa Cruz looks fun. (made in...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-25-2021, 01:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,698
Posted By ToySub1946
That appears to be the original, factory oil...

That appears to be the original, factory oil drain plug with aluminum crush washer still on there (all painted black from the factory). So incredibly easy to get that washer off if you care to do...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-12-2021, 10:09 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,900
Posted By ToySub1946
In addition to what the OP originally stated: ...

In addition to what the OP originally stated:

One Litre bottle of mouthwash, under driver's seat (next to the bottle of window cleaner)

Long white towel to put on dash whilst parked on very hot...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-08-2021, 08:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,432
Posted By ToySub1946
COMBO WRENCH TEST

x808drifter: "The right way to do it is with a combo wrench"


Sorry, the Snap-On tool fails the battery test:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-18-2021, 02:03 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,798
Posted By ToySub1946
Don't pickup any hitchhikers, they can sometimes...

Don't pickup any hitchhikers, they can sometimes mess up your day:
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-14-2021, 03:48 AM
Replies: 2,470
Views: 549,818
Posted By ToySub1946
YES, ALREADY POSTED, YET ELSEWHERE: ...

YES, ALREADY POSTED, YET ELSEWHERE:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mcp76132_SY
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-31-2020, 06:31 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 17,072
Posted By ToySub1946
If it's an American made vehicle....must wait for...

If it's an American made vehicle....must wait for the THIRD year !


As far as the BRZ...trying to get used to how ugly it is both inside and outside. Don't think I'll ever do so. Design by...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-14-2020, 12:05 AM
Replies: 2,470
Views: 549,818
Posted By ToySub1946
No need to stress over the Cvic any longer, as...

No need to stress over the Cvic any longer, as the 2022 model is now as BLAND as it can be:


https://www.motortrend.com/news/2022-honda-civic-everything-know/

...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-07-2020, 02:25 AM
Replies: 2,470
Views: 549,818
Posted By ToySub1946
Sorry, Late to the game this time...for pg. 77. ...

Sorry, Late to the game this time...for pg. 77.

Tcoat:

YOU stole my Vape Pen...fess up..
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-20-2020, 12:46 AM
Replies: 2,470
Views: 549,818
Posted By ToySub1946
Finally, a place to wipe my boots after a run in...

Finally, a place to wipe my boots after a run in the mud....
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-18-2020, 06:42 PM
Replies: 2,589
Views: 461,852
Posted By ToySub1946
It's been overall a very disappointing year. ...

It's been overall a very disappointing year.

First there was Covid.

Now the 2022 BRZ.


I'm ready to order a new 2019 base model with manual trans in the color of my choosing.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-31-2020, 05:51 PM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 969,650
Posted By ToySub1946
TPMS light in instrument cluster: My OEM...

TPMS light in instrument cluster:

My OEM tires lasted 48,000 miles. After removing them I noted that they were all evenly worn, yet all four worn in their tread centers the most...which indicates...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 10-30-2020, 02:18 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,633
Posted By ToySub1946
I've known people who actually drive with things...

I've known people who actually drive with things sitting on their dashboard.


Good luck with that in any of MY cars, ever, and I'm almost 74 yo.


Both curves and turns are designed for...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-15-2020, 02:55 AM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,236,319
Posted By ToySub1946
My solution.... Simply buy a whole new...

My solution....

Simply buy a whole new blade/refill combo....

Michelin 'high performance' (fast ez-lok installation) in 20" and 22" sizes.

From Wallyworld about $6.27 each.


Do they look...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-03-2020, 02:55 AM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 969,650
Posted By ToySub1946
Nitpicking here as I find few faults: 2015...

Nitpicking here as I find few faults:

2015 FRS.

1. protrusions and sharp edges on the ceiling (underside of package shelf) of the trunk.
These can easily tear, scrape and destroy soft items...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-25-2020, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,674
Posted By ToySub1946
Valve Spring Issues have finally become Contagious

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/09/new-service-bulletin-addresses-valve-spring-issues-in-gm-v8-engines/
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-18-2020, 08:19 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 15,465
Posted By ToySub1946
I'm driving a 2015 FRS (aka Subaru) with manual...

I'm driving a 2015 FRS (aka Subaru) with manual transmisssion.

I'm 73 years old and this is the best fuckin car I've ever owned.

It's rear end did tend to slip when it's tires were almost...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-07-2020, 01:48 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,685
Posted By ToySub1946
The torque wrench... has anyone noticed that...

The torque wrench...

has anyone noticed that shops show the customer the use of a torque wrench on the customer's wheels as a last step...AFTER the lug nuts have been spun on tight with a 1/2 inch...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-12-2020, 03:43 AM
Replies: 454
Views: 94,088
Posted By ToySub1946
I'm 73. Have I commented in this thread before,...

I'm 73. Have I commented in this thread before, can't recall as I do have CRS and CRAFT.


I'm hoping to be able to get another vehicle, IF I'm still allowed. (Same issue as humfrz).


Torn...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-10-2020, 02:55 PM
Replies: 567
Views: 85,273
Posted By ToySub1946
I don't like the color. Do they have other...

I don't like the color. Do they have other colors ?


Maybe I just don't like wraps.


Do they have regular sandwiches with deli sized breads ?


I hope I'll be able to choose my own...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-28-2020, 01:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,039
Posted By ToySub1946
This is an old standby:

This is an old standby:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-27-2020, 04:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,449
Posted By ToySub1946
Simply worded differently from others above.... ...

Simply worded differently from others above....

FIRST OF ALL...51 degrees f is certainly not very cold...yet the air must be moist.

I don't really understand science....yet from experience I...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-23-2020, 06:31 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,540
Posted By ToySub1946
This Updated Look Should Help: Circa Spring 2021

This Updated Look Should Help:
Circa Spring 2021
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-11-2020, 07:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,311
Posted By ToySub1946
Things I do have memorized, even at age 73: ...

Things I do have memorized, even at age 73:

One of my phone numbers I've had for 14 years.

My Military ID number from 1968.

My Soc Sec Number...from when acquired ?

The Vehicle...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-03-2020, 07:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,344
Posted By ToySub1946
I see two problems. You are supposed to be...

I see two problems. You are supposed to be changing oil and filter about every 12,000 km.
You are doing so too often, which will wear out the threads of the oil drain plug AND waste lots of money....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-02-2020, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,653
Posted By ToySub1946
Oops, I failed to show Toyota:

Oops, I failed to show Toyota:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-02-2020, 06:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,653
Posted By ToySub1946
The most recent information I find online is from...

The most recent information I find online is from May 2019.

Appears Subaru models Made in USA are the Subarus with the newer refrigerant.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-01-2020, 02:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,383
Posted By ToySub1946
Learned through others on here: If you are going...

Learned through others on here: If you are going to drive these cars in winter, four snow tires are a must. Sorry, but that's the way it is. Many buy steel wheels for their snow tires.

I have...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-01-2020, 01:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,383
Posted By ToySub1946
>Those are two different shades of blue.< ...

>Those are two different shades of blue.<

>If the two years of maintenance is same as I got on my FRS...that means two years and 24,000 miles divided by 7500 miles for each oil and filter change. ...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-25-2020, 07:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,782
Posted By ToySub1946
Information you received from dealerships parts...

Information you received from dealerships parts departments is correct.

Depends on whether the vehicle is left hand drive or wrong hand drive as in GB and Australia, Japan, etc..


This issue...
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