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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
08-27-2012, 06:08 PM
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What are people using for oil?
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32,701
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FRSCoupe
To keep the warranty it is advisable to use the...
To keep the warranty it is advisable to use the viscosity listed in the manual
and with the correct certification like API SN/SM etc.
some boutique oil is not certified..
follow OCI of the...
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Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)
08-15-2012, 11:22 PM
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What are people using for oil?
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FRSCoupe
Amsoil OE is a cheaper oil for you to drain from...
Amsoil OE is a cheaper oil for you to drain from 3500-7500 miles to keep warranty intact, because you drain it sooner they put less additives in it and at a lower price point for more economical oil...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
08-11-2012, 03:03 AM
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License plate rubbing on Trunk
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10,959
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FRSCoupe
You can also use the felt side of velcro on the...
You can also use the felt side of velcro on the bottom of the license plate, cuts down on the rubbing and rattling.
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Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)
08-11-2012, 02:58 AM
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35
NEED HELP ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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9,466
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FRSCoupe
paint remover / lacquer thinner will melt and...
paint remover / lacquer thinner will melt and craze plastic.. learnt from building model kits as a child :thumbup:
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Southern California
08-09-2012, 09:05 PM
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Window tint in bay area?
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6,171
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FRSCoupe
I am not sure if it's the install or what but my...
I am not sure if it's the install or what but my last Premier tint didn't come out well, I still see some particles and distortion after 2 years. They were using a film called IR cut, it cut the heat...
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Southern California
08-09-2012, 07:22 PM
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Window tint in bay area?
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FRSCoupe
You must be talking about Premier, I had no idea...
You must be talking about Premier, I had no idea their new tint cost that much, they do have better heat rejection number.. the price has sure gone up since they have switched from their last tint...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
08-01-2012, 01:56 PM
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had my frs for two weeks..this is what happens
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FRSCoupe
Is it just me or these cars have incredible...
Is it just me or these cars have incredible damage from relatively low speed collision?
I understand it has to do with crumble zones and safety, but being so compact I think it gets totalled quite...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
08-01-2012, 02:13 AM
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had my frs for two weeks..this is what happens
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FRSCoupe
so if SUCH a new car gets totalled you get like...
so if SUCH a new car gets totalled you get like 80% of the value back? That's not enough to get a replacement vehicle right.. altho I never buy gap insurance.
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Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)
08-01-2012, 02:03 AM
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post up your 50/50 shots!
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FRSCoupe
Noob in me asks, what is the point of these...
Noob in me asks, what is the point of these 50/50, beside showing off the pictures?
If you were detailing your own car why not just detail the whole hood and such instead of doing it twice?
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Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)
07-27-2012, 12:54 PM
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52
Is it me or is everyone having issues with the paint
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20,829
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FRSCoupe
Also, if you have opti-coat on your car and you...
Also, if you have opti-coat on your car and you need to respray a door that needs blending, what kind of extra work will they need to do to prep the area?
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Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)
07-26-2012, 02:39 PM
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Is it me or is everyone having issues with the paint
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20,829
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FRSCoupe
I have always allowed about $750-$1000 for clear...
I have always allowed about $750-$1000 for clear bra on a new car, I get as much coverage as I can for that amount.
Especially when you have a low stance sporty car it takes more hits from...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
07-22-2012, 06:50 PM
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Bad experience while getting my car service
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15,485
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FRSCoupe
It sucks, I have learned everytime you hand over...
It sucks, I have learned everytime you hand over the key you potentially given someone a free test drive, I had dropped off my car at a body shop for a scratch repair before and they drove it because...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
07-22-2012, 03:50 PM
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Finally found a Whiteout AT!!!
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FRSCoupe
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Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB
07-21-2012, 06:13 PM
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892
Idle issue?
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274,045
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FRSCoupe
I am a little surprised new owners are being...
I am a little surprised new owners are being leniant about the small issues of these cars. There are chirp noises, rough idle, the other posts about bad syncros symptoms and the guy wondering...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
07-21-2012, 01:36 AM
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Would You Buy A Demo BRZ?
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9,215
Posted By
FRSCoupe
I also think proper clutch break in is important...
I also think proper clutch break in is important in the first few hundred miles.. want the clutch to bed in nicely.. Glazed flywheel or clutch changes are not covered under warranty.
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
07-20-2012, 10:26 PM
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Car: Why the GT86 is the spiritual successor to Toyota MR2
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FRSCoupe
I thought this car is the successor of AE86 ...
I thought this car is the successor of AE86
wait.. true AE86 enthusiasts are still driving the AE86 :)
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
07-18-2012, 11:11 PM
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41
Would You Buy A Demo BRZ?
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9,215
Posted By
FRSCoupe
Supposively dealership swaps are done by...
Supposively dealership swaps are done by semi-retired car salesmen and they are supposed to drive "gently", lol.
I had a dealer told me they can hire someone to get the car I want and drive it...
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BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics
07-18-2012, 10:52 PM
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41
Would You Buy A Demo BRZ?
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9,215
Posted By
FRSCoupe
There is demo then there is long term demo. I...
There is demo then there is long term demo.
I thought I would put it here anyway incase someone reads this in the future.
I was shopping for a SUV and I really wanted fully loaded with leather and...
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Southern California
07-05-2012, 12:10 PM
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4
Hwy1 Cambria to Carmel
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1,845
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FRSCoupe
I'll be driving my new SUV so I'll be one of...
I'll be driving my new SUV so I'll be one of those tourists :)
Just wanted to know how risky it is because I heard there are alot of twists but I don't really think it is that twisty looking at the...
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Southern California
07-05-2012, 12:46 AM
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4
Hwy1 Cambria to Carmel
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1,845
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FRSCoupe
Hwy1 Cambria to Carmel
Has anyone driven this north direction.. well at least it's not on the cliff side.
I was wondering how much traffic are there on a monday morning.
I heard it is an incredibly scenic drive but I...
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Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB
06-29-2012, 05:58 PM
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892
Idle issue?
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274,045
Posted By
FRSCoupe
I think you are wrong, it's still very early with...
I think you are wrong, it's still very early with few units sold, if the manufacturer can identify the problem whether is defective parts or design, they can fix it.
The engines that are already...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-29-2012, 05:00 PM
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40
paying cash vs financing
Views:
13,613
Posted By
FRSCoupe
I am planning on paying them 100% OTD price with...
I am planning on paying them 100% OTD price with a cashier check.
Does the dealer ship have the title of each new car in a file cabinet somewhere? Do you receive the title of the vehicle right...
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Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB
06-28-2012, 04:23 PM
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892
Idle issue?
Views:
274,045
Posted By
FRSCoupe
Does anyone have clif notes of what's happening,...
Does anyone have clif notes of what's happening, there is something with the camshaft sensor or VVTI unit? Either way it has to do with camshsaft and I think engine needs to come out or at least...
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-21-2012, 11:57 PM
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13
trade in question
Views:
4,458
Posted By
FRSCoupe
Hi, I have read another way to get an idea of...
Hi, I have read another way to get an idea of trade in value.
Go to autotrader and use the trade in car function, give your contact info, and then alot of dealers will send you some numbers,...
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-21-2012, 05:38 PM
Replies:
13
trade in question
Views:
4,458
Posted By
FRSCoupe
Do you just stop by carmax at business hours? ...
Do you just stop by carmax at business hours?
The nearest one seem to be modesto CA!
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-21-2012, 02:34 PM
Replies:
13
trade in question
Views:
4,458
Posted By
FRSCoupe
I look at the purchase price only, and finance...
I look at the purchase price only, and finance rate. I do not go by monthly numbers, only to check that against the financed rate! I never understand why people go by I wanna pay $xxx a month what...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-21-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies:
13
trade in question
Views:
4,458
Posted By
FRSCoupe
I hate these dirt bags. I tell them look at the...
I hate these dirt bags. I tell them look at the car first to see if it is worth it.
I put that I will be giving rides (no drive) only unless a preapproval or proof of funds is provided. But then I...
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-21-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies:
13
trade in question
Views:
4,458
Posted By
FRSCoupe
I already posted it for sale so I have an idea...
I already posted it for sale so I have an idea what I want for it.
It's got minor mods so I havn't had a lot of buyers for it yet but hope the dealer will take it.
Had been kind of stressful...
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Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-21-2012, 01:06 PM
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13
trade in question
Views:
4,458
Posted By
FRSCoupe
trade in question
So I already have a price quote I am happy with.
But I am curious if I trade in my existing vehicle what they will give me.
Is this the right stage to ask? Can they still rip me off on a...
Forum:
Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum
06-20-2012, 09:21 PM
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19
is a black car much hotter?
Views:
5,417
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FRSCoupe
is a black car much hotter?
Does a car with black paint make the interior much hotter than white in summer? has anyone owned both colors before?
I'm in CA.
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