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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-30-2014, 03:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,303
Posted By go2brz
Whatever works for you is what's important. It...

Whatever works for you is what's important. It was just a comment. I have no set notions on what is right or logical for anybody else but me.......
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-30-2014, 01:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,303
Posted By go2brz
My wife has a new 2015 Audi A3 with side assist...

My wife has a new 2015 Audi A3 with side assist lights in the mirror housing. I find it to be a nice helpful addition, but I have to agree that if you adjust your mirrors on the BRZ properly further...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-13-2014, 03:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,561
Posted By go2brz
My dealer will do any work and mods as long as it...

My dealer will do any work and mods as long as it does not involve a major mod that changes the basic safety of the original car. As far as mods done outside the dealer, they have no problem, but if...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 07-13-2014, 02:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,733
Posted By go2brz
Great thread. You have to find a controlled...

Great thread. You have to find a controlled environment and turn off all TC and VSC to really learn what this car will allow at the limits. Once you have dealt with that then aggressive street...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-30-2014, 04:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,076
Posted By go2brz
I've lived in three states in the last 12 years,...

I've lived in three states in the last 12 years, and two of them require front plates. I have never had a front plate on any of my cars in those 12 years. Both my wife and I have been pulled over...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-07-2014, 02:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,876
Posted By go2brz
I had to have my HU replaced due to constant...

I had to have my HU replaced due to constant re-booting while driving, but I have never had and problems with my radio presets..........both XMSirius or FM bands. It sounds like a unique problem. I...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-06-2014, 12:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 25,490
Posted By go2brz
[QUOTE=MysteryMachine;1779834]Mine has done that...

[QUOTE=MysteryMachine;1779834]Mine has done that twice now...


It is easy to get them to replace it. I just told them what was happening, and they ordered an new HU with no questions. They did...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-06-2014, 12:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 25,490
Posted By go2brz
I have a smartphone. A very good one. But I...

I have a smartphone. A very good one. But I don't want a lot of clutter on my dash as I already use an Escort 9500 GPS unit and having a small smartphone and the wiring is a mess in my opinion. I...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-05-2014, 01:13 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 25,490
Posted By go2brz
I just got my Fujitsu HD repalced because it was...

I just got my Fujitsu HD repalced because it was re-booting, going blank and then reloading the with a new splash screen and lost some saved data. Subaru replaced it for free....
Even though I now...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-28-2014, 01:23 PM
Replies: 2,815
Views: 949,673
Posted By go2brz
I will check it out when the 2015's come out if I...

I will check it out when the 2015's come out if I can wait that long. But it turns out my wife now prefers the idea of getting more Alcantara, by getiing JPM Coachworks dash panel. (Already have...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-28-2014, 12:43 AM
Replies: 2,815
Views: 949,673
Posted By go2brz
Sorry......but it looks great in RHD, so why not...

Sorry......but it looks great in RHD, so why not ask for it in LHD?

I have had nothing but great experiences with Japanparts, and I have made about five orders or more. Why do I care if Subaru...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-24-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 2,815
Views: 949,673
Posted By go2brz
Yes, indeed I am. If the same part comes...

Yes, indeed I am. If the same part comes available from Subaru USA it certainly won't be much cheaper. I like Japanparts.com and have obtained many "original" Subaru and STI parts from them.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-23-2014, 09:35 PM
Replies: 2,815
Views: 949,673
Posted By go2brz
Sent an e-mail to Japanparts.com to ask them to...

Sent an e-mail to Japanparts.com to ask them to build a LHF of the no gloss Carbon Fiber Dash panel for LHD models. Hopefully others will do the same and we can get this beautiful piece for our cars...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-21-2014, 10:43 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 41,268
Posted By go2brz
So much speculation and Toyota slobbering on this...

So much speculation and Toyota slobbering on this page.



This is not about supercars like a 450,000 LFA that Toyota sells at a loss for each unit. Or even an Supra replacement.

Tell me the...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-06-2014, 06:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,143
Posted By go2brz
It really is a matter of fighting back and...

It really is a matter of fighting back and staying positive. I just finished 6 months of chemo and am still feeling the effects, and might have to do more. But you can do it!!

Good luck to you!
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 05-05-2014, 09:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,062
Posted By go2brz
Congrats on the WRB BRZ! Sounds like this is the...

Congrats on the WRB BRZ! Sounds like this is the right car for you. Once you get one, other cars matter less, no matter how much power they have......This car is all about the fun of driving a pure...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-24-2014, 01:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,611
Posted By go2brz
It was actually US. I checked on Japanparts.com,...

It was actually US. I checked on Japanparts.com, but not available. I would love to have a Subaru made kit, but if not available I am going with the Rydeen Duo. Seems like the best quality and...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-23-2014, 06:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,611
Posted By go2brz
Subaru does not offer a backup camera for the...

Subaru does not offer a backup camera for the BRZ. Just checked with them.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-22-2014, 07:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,237
Posted By go2brz
Does the stock head unit in the US have the...

Does the stock head unit in the US have the ability to hook up a backup camera so easy? I thought that I had read that it is, but searching does not give me much info.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-22-2014, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,766
Posted By go2brz
My Subaru Head Unit is rebooting all the time. ...

My Subaru Head Unit is rebooting all the time. The dealer didn't even need to see it, the service tech just ordered a new one. That tells this has happened to many others.

Maybe wait till you...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-22-2014, 07:40 PM
Replies: 19,877
Views: 8,797,755
Posted By go2brz
Well, my head unit is on the blink. Just turns...

Well, my head unit is on the blink. Just turns off and reboots one or more times each time I drive it. Subaru dealer ordered a new one for me under warranty.

So I am going to add a good backup...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-18-2014, 12:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,382
Posted By go2brz
My BRZ had some chirping in the beginning. I use...

My BRZ had some chirping in the beginning. I use only 93 octane fuel and if possible try to avoid the stations that add ethanol, although it is hard to find. Now I don't hear it it anymore. It is...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-17-2014, 11:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,424
Posted By go2brz
I like that sliding armrest from Toyota. That...

I like that sliding armrest from Toyota. That might be the best compromise between all of the armrests. I always carry a steel thermos type cup of water with me, so having easy access to one cup...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-17-2014, 10:54 PM
Replies: 19,877
Views: 8,797,755
Posted By go2brz
Put in Diode Dynamics LED fog lights to match the...

Put in Diode Dynamics LED fog lights to match the LED's I installed around the car previously. They look great with the HD headlights and LED lights that I have added.

Next is Tom's...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-17-2014, 10:46 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,094
Posted By go2brz
Gonna keep it for a long, long time as i just...

Gonna keep it for a long, long time as i just love how much fun it is to drive. I have owned a Lotus Europa and many other sports cars over the years. This car is so well balanced along with the...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-12-2014, 04:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,313
Posted By go2brz
If you want the best sound out of the stock...

If you want the best sound out of the stock system with the Subwoofer, you should go to the fader control and shift the sound to the back slightly. Just move the little box down about one quarter of...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-08-2014, 10:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,546
Posted By go2brz
This is a great for enthusiasts to drive who...

This is a great for enthusiasts to drive who cannot spend 70K for a Cayman or the new Alfa Romeo. I have to thank Subaru and Toyota for deciding to build this car. I have owned Alfa Romeo's and a...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-19-2014, 05:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,607
Posted By go2brz
OK, so you worded it wrong. No problem here. In...

OK, so you worded it wrong. No problem here. In my business experience, "Majority" stockholder means they own the majority of outstanding stocks or controlling interest in other words.

No need...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-18-2014, 06:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,607
Posted By go2brz
I hope this is a joke.....If so then nevermind...

I hope this is a joke.....If so then nevermind this post.

Last time I checked Toyota owns 16.6 percent of FHI. That makes them a "minority" stock holder and not even close to having control.
...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-13-2014, 05:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,267
Posted By go2brz
My understanding from early statements of Subaru...

My understanding from early statements of Subaru and Toyota, that the factory was being designed to build up to a maximum of 100,000 units "per year". But they started off with low production...
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