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Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-07-2024, 03:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 629
Posted By HotLavaMann
Lightbulb 4Runner 6th Gen (2025+)!!

Looks like the 2025 4Runner is now out publicly testing:

https://www.4runner6g.com/forum/threads/2025-4runner-spied-testing-in-public-first-prototype-pics.1258/

This will likely be my next...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 06-12-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,584
Posted By HotLavaMann
It may be that the path of least resistance is to...

It may be that the path of least resistance is to trade it in next month when I get the Mustang Mach E and thus at least get the sales tax break.
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 06-09-2021, 11:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,584
Posted By HotLavaMann
Ok so I'm going to say this is no longer for sale...

Ok so I'm going to say this is no longer for sale on this site as I'm putting it up on BringATrailer.com and they don't want it for sale anywhere else. I'll let you know how that goes.
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 05-24-2021, 01:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,584
Posted By HotLavaMann
I was just looking into BaT this weekend. ...

I was just looking into BaT this weekend. Figured I'd try this forum first since a) I've got history here and b) it's $99 less than BaT. Looks like I will need to go take a ton more pictures of the...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 05-24-2021, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,584
Posted By HotLavaMann
Ah that's a good idea. I do believe we had a...

Ah that's a good idea. I do believe we had a beer together on that trip down to Long Beach. Glad to see you're still having fun.

My next car arrives in mid-July. It's a Mustang Mach-E...
Forum: Cars for Sale/Trade 05-24-2021, 01:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,584
Posted By HotLavaMann
2013 First86 FR-S Hot Lava 6M with 55K in WA state

So I haven't been on this forum for a long time but it's time to sell my hot lava FR-S that was one of the first 86s imported in 2012. It was part of the First 86 program with special plaques, a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-02-2015, 03:01 AM
Replies: 1,534
Views: 330,016
Posted By HotLavaMann
Well you guys have a ton more miles than I have...

Well you guys have a ton more miles than I have on mine with about 24K. Still going strong and no plans to sell it.


I bought a Honda CB1100 deluxe as a new toy for the times when the weather...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-12-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 82,121
Posted By HotLavaMann
Follow up

To follow up on this thread, I haven't noticed any difference in handling. Two things to point out: 1) I don't autocross or track the car so I don't strain the frame much. 2) It handles as good as...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-17-2013, 09:12 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 330,982
Posted By HotLavaMann
Not that I noticed. I had the $75 TRD drop-in...

Not that I noticed. I had the $75 TRD drop-in before I got this one and didn't notice any difference where as with this one I do tend to notice the difference. Mine is pure stock except for this...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 02-06-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 82,121
Posted By HotLavaMann
DIY : TRD Door Stabilizers

Installed the TRD Door Stabilizer kit today. Ordered it from Carson Toyota in CA for $190 or so and shipping was free as it was included with the TRD spoiler I ordered at same time.
The instructions...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-09-2012, 01:52 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 25,458
Posted By HotLavaMann
Definitely a nice gift to wrap up the program

Nice gift. I was going to buy the car anyway so it was all gravy.
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 06-06-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 28,916
Posted By HotLavaMann
more side by side

I parked at work today next to a brz. Garage is a bit dark but such is life. pics ...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-31-2012, 12:26 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 81,660
Posted By HotLavaMann
It's probably obvious but make sure the seat is...

It's probably obvious but make sure the seat is adjusted all the way to the floor. It goes up pretty high and perhaps the seat was adjusted high when you sat in it. I'm 6'3" and have no problem...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-30-2012, 01:48 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 31,494
Posted By HotLavaMann
I spoke with my local Lexus dealer parts...

I spoke with my local Lexus dealer parts department. It's either a 41039-22010 or 41039-35010 and he's not sure which one would be the correct one. Price is either $172 or $197 and will take about...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 05-25-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,118
Posted By HotLavaMann
FR-S vs 2010 Prius

Ok so I've been driving the FR-S for about 600 miles now and I finally got back into my 2010 Prius to go somewhere as I needed cargo room. Here's initial reaction:

"Um, what the hell happened to...
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 05-21-2012, 08:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,751
Posted By HotLavaMann
More pictures

A very overcast day. It stopped raining briefly so I took some more photos.
It could be that the white balance on my camera isn't doing such a good job here. The burnt orange in these photos is...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-16-2012, 12:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 21,149
Posted By HotLavaMann
I'd forgotten about the HVAC controls. I will say...

I'd forgotten about the HVAC controls. I will say that I *love* the simplicity of the controls in the FR-S. AC on? Hit one button. AC off? Hit same button again. Exhaust coming in from car in front?...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-16-2012, 12:53 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 61,846
Posted By HotLavaMann
Filled up first time today.. manual FR-S got 29.6 MPG average

So I filled up after 285 miles today first time. Averaged 29.6 MPG which is not bad at all considering most was mixed light city and highway driving together. I'm keeping it below 4k RPM for break-in...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-15-2012, 06:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 32,861
Posted By HotLavaMann
Yes. Guess it's on the list in case you want to...

Yes. Guess it's on the list in case you want to buy a spare one.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-14-2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 32,861
Posted By HotLavaMann
I ordered the mudflaps from my dealer and they...

I ordered the mudflaps from my dealer and they will be in by tomorrow. I'll post a picture of them installed tomorrow evening.

You can order front only, rear only, or full set. I ordered full...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-12-2012, 09:02 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 20,027
Posted By HotLavaMann
In honor of jag reduction, I posted some better...

In honor of jag reduction, I posted some better pictures over here :
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6142
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 05-12-2012, 09:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,751
Posted By HotLavaMann
Some photos of hot lava FR-S

There aren't too many pictures of hot lava color available so here's some photos I took of my FR-S, hot lava manual. Bright sunshine isn't the best light to photograph a car but it will do for now.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-12-2012, 12:42 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,296
Posted By HotLavaMann
Looks great! congrats

Looks great! congrats
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-11-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 20,027
Posted By HotLavaMann
Driving impressions

So back from taking a 35 mile drive. Here's some impressions...

( Previous cars I've owned that I'm comparing it to include Miata, S2000, 911 (993), and Lexus 300GS ).

6th gear is not for...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-10-2012, 11:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 20,027
Posted By HotLavaMann
more pictures

The burnt orange in shade looks close to a dark red. mmm... I like it.

I'm still playing with the seat to find a real comfortable position. I wish the lower bolster would move up and down but I'm...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-10-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 20,027
Posted By HotLavaMann
picked up mine today

Picked up my hot lava manual one today. I was a bit hesitant about the color as the only car I'd seen it on was an iQ and it looked ok but not great. I love the color on the FR-S.

It drives...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-10-2012, 10:42 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 16,067
Posted By HotLavaMann
Just brought my HotLava home

Took a long time at the dealer. Fun with everyone coming out to take pictures of it. Just as I was driving out, another FR-S from Scion corporate pulled up so then more pictures. Home now after an...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-01-2012, 12:39 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 28,361
Posted By HotLavaMann
current daily driver and mileage

My current daily driver flips between a 2006 Tacoma 4x4 (off road package) that gets about 20 mpg and a 2010 Prius (no off road package) that gets about 48 mpg.

I expect the FR-S to get...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-25-2012, 01:18 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 118,052
Posted By HotLavaMann
radio

Agree about the standard radio... it is the most b*tt ugly radio I've seen in a long time. Good features but ugly ugly.
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