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Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 07-25-2021, 11:55 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 41,951
Posted By dnieves
In terms of waiting to purchase a second gen twin...

In terms of waiting to purchase a second gen twin until the bugs get sorted out. Compared to Toyota/Subaru (mostly Toyota) I think that waiting would be more of a concern with Nissan's new Z and...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 07-24-2021, 11:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,831
Posted By dnieves
Car salesmen is just a job nowadays and not a...

Car salesmen is just a job nowadays and not a profession. Many Toyota dealership salesmen fall into these categories:

a. They've been around for a hundred years and take the time to know the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-22-2021, 10:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,818
Posted By dnieves
I got P000C and replaced it with Toyota part...

I got P000C and replaced it with Toyota part #SU0003-07806. The old part was dirty on the outside, clean on the inside but the plunger/actuator did nit slide in and out as effortlessly as the new...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-28-2021, 02:32 PM
Replies: 2,509
Views: 693,840
Posted By dnieves
Up to 54k miles, still going strong. Protective...

Up to 54k miles, still going strong. Protective plastic from factory is finally peeling from the glow in the dark door badge.

As of now: 2nd set of tires, 2nd battery, 2nd set of brakes, 3rd...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-11-2021, 10:27 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,849
Posted By dnieves
1 quart synthetic oil 1 bottle car wax 1...

1 quart synthetic oil
1 bottle car wax
1 bottle detailer
several micro fiber towels
OBD2 wifi scanner
wheel lock key
Spare masks
1 can tire dressing
1 clay bar
USB chargers with micro USB...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-17-2021, 05:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,751
Posted By dnieves
Usual stuff, regular oil changes, and if you...

Usual stuff, regular oil changes, and if you haven't done it yet change the differential fluid, antifreeze and spark plugs.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-26-2021, 09:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,894
Posted By dnieves
You have a point..... makes me think if I buy...

You have a point..... makes me think if I buy another sporty car next year I'll seriously consider a Lexus RC coupe instead of another twin. The 2022 86/BRZ is promising but not different enough...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-24-2021, 12:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,749
Posted By dnieves
A reliable Chrysler? That's an automotive...

A reliable Chrysler? That's an automotive unicorn, like a reliable Fiat and a German car that doesn't turn into a money pit as soon as the warranty expires!

LOL
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-27-2020, 12:44 AM
Replies: 500
Views: 122,390
Posted By dnieves
Just think about much the Supra will become an...

Just think about much the Supra will become an endless money pit over time as it lives up to its BMW roots.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-30-2020, 12:34 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 29,681
Posted By dnieves
Makes sense but if everybody waits then there...

Makes sense but if everybody waits then there won't be a second or third model year.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-15-2020, 09:44 AM
Replies: 567
Views: 85,074
Posted By dnieves
Unfortunately the future is looking bleak for...

Unfortunately the future is looking bleak for anybody that wants something other than a SUV or crossover. Two door coupes, hatchbacks, standard transmission, sporty & aerodynamic, and under $50k are...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-03-2020, 09:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,735
Posted By dnieves
Seven years on (in a couple of days) and I still...

Seven years on (in a couple of days) and I still get compliments from old people and kids.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-24-2020, 11:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,714
Posted By dnieves
You have a point lockdown.. it has has resulted...

You have a point lockdown.. it has has resulted in me changing out my gauge cluster trim, E brake and shift boot to Alcantara (should have done it years ago to be honest).


Until last night I...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-23-2020, 11:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,714
Posted By dnieves
How about painting the dipstick pull too? ...

How about painting the dipstick pull too? Applying heat to the tip of the dipstick to turn it blue might look cool too?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-27-2020, 07:24 AM
Replies: 347
Views: 204,275
Posted By dnieves
Oops! too many open tabs. That previous pic of ...

Oops! too many open tabs. That previous pic of the quilted white gold (toilet paper) reminds me of how Doug DeMuro used to use Costco bulk toilet paper to rate the capacity of a trunk in his...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-16-2020, 10:44 PM
Replies: 24,604
Views: 7,225,846
Posted By dnieves
From what I read here that's what the Toyota...

From what I read here that's what the Toyota techs do: change the crankshaft position sensor then the error may/may not go away. Then when it returns they change the ECU. Then after that they take...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-15-2020, 09:55 PM
Replies: 24,604
Views: 7,225,846
Posted By dnieves
Drove from Long Island NY to Delaware and back...

Drove from Long Island NY to Delaware and back yesterday (nothing more fun than a long road trip in the FR-S). Take a quick trip today then on the way back upon turning on the ignition I get CEL and...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 01-29-2020, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,345
Posted By dnieves
I had a 2006 Civic Si (original owner) and traded...

I had a 2006 Civic Si (original owner) and traded it in for my 2013 10 Series (original owner).


The Alcantara seats on the Si were superior.
Handling on the FR-S is better.
Shifting on the...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-30-2019, 11:52 AM
Replies: 626
Views: 141,416
Posted By dnieves
Mitsubishi did a great job at that with the...

Mitsubishi did a great job at that with the Eclipse!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-16-2019, 01:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,901
Posted By dnieves
UV from the sun and particles in the air...

UV from the sun and particles in the air sandblast the plastic in modern polycarbonate headlight covers. I tried UV paint protection film on my 2006 Civic Si with great results. I should've done...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-02-2019, 01:05 AM
Replies: 2,509
Views: 693,840
Posted By dnieves
Literally after a year + 1 day I found the work...

Literally after a year + 1 day I found the work around for this?!?!


Original issue:
Changed 10 Series' USDM yellow sidemarker & OEM incandescent bulbs to ft-86 Speedfactory's JDM clear...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-14-2019, 10:55 PM
Replies: 2,509
Views: 693,840
Posted By dnieves
Hand raised!

Hand raised!
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-13-2019, 12:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,482
Posted By dnieves
The 10 Series tongue lights up blue and white!

The 10 Series tongue lights up blue and white!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-11-2019, 07:12 PM
Replies: 2,029
Views: 339,500
Posted By dnieves
You are 100% correct. I forgot to post yesterday...

You are 100% correct. I forgot to post yesterday that I disconnected the battery for a short while, reconnected and everything came back to normal.


Speaking of doing something innocuous...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-24-2018, 12:55 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,551
Posted By dnieves
Ordered my '13 April 2013 and took it home August...

Ordered my '13 April 2013 and took it home August 2013 (it's a 10 Series manual -hence the long wait). Still love the car, no intention to sell it, even if I got a new Supra the FR-S still has a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-04-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2,509
Views: 693,840
Posted By dnieves
Woohoo!! :party0030:

Woohoo!! :party0030:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-01-2018, 08:48 PM
Replies: 2,509
Views: 693,840
Posted By dnieves
I've checked several times and not on the list. ...

I've checked several times and not on the list. Is the same true for you fellow 10 Series owners (I hope so)?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-07-2018, 11:09 AM
Replies: 24,604
Views: 7,225,846
Posted By dnieves
Got the FR-S back from the body shop, scratch &...

Got the FR-S back from the body shop, scratch & ding are gone -back to 100% new looking! Chemical smell of paint/thinner stinks beyond belief when you close the windows and let the car marinate for...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-02-2018, 11:30 PM
Replies: 24,604
Views: 7,225,846
Posted By dnieves
Please post pics of the installed JDM black trim...

Please post pics of the installed JDM black trim (and part numbers) sounds like it's going to look great!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-21-2018, 09:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,316
Posted By dnieves
Doesn't it have an internal battery like every...

Doesn't it have an internal battery like every other solar light? I would look into finding a way to replace that.
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