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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-18-2014, 08:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,541
Posted By Clembo
4 pounds added for the trunk mat here. Sticker on...

4 pounds added for the trunk mat here. Sticker on when car was purchased new. Notice that the VIN is printed on the sticker. Looked at the option list and knew what it was for, dealer didn't have a...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 06-19-2014, 01:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,601
Posted By Clembo
Nice job on a rare car that the owner obviously...

Nice job on a rare car that the owner obviously didn't properly care for in the first place.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 06-19-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,130
Posted By Clembo
In addition to immediately removing the bird crap...

In addition to immediately removing the bird crap you should also try to remove any bug splatters ASAP as well. Some of them will also etch the clearcoat if left on too long, especially if they are...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-19-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 16,127
Posted By Clembo
When my cars go to the dealer for routine service...

When my cars go to the dealer for routine service I don't give them a list of what I want, I give them a list of what I DON'T want. Car wash, tire rotation and battery testing is always at the top of...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-19-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 14,064
Posted By Clembo
For the money Monogram is the way to go if you...

For the money Monogram is the way to go if you actually want those extras. Personally I didn't want any of them and am very happy with the plain base unit.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 05-17-2014, 07:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,574
Posted By Clembo
Inspect before use

I also inspect my microfibers under strong light after washing / drying. Sometimes notice a couple of places where a bug's body part or piece of semi-hard crap is stuck inside the fibers. I pull them...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-24-2014, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,111
Posted By Clembo
Every car with cats and heat shields make the...

Every car with cats and heat shields make the same sounds as they cool down. Just wait till it goes into automatic purge mode (if you are there to hear it) and sounds like something left running in...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-24-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,999
Posted By Clembo
It's not just Subaru - Toyota paint sucks too for...

It's not just Subaru - Toyota paint sucks too for chips. I notice it's become worse in the last 4 or 5 years even though it's all been water-based for quite a while now. I just think they are using...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-24-2014, 06:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,148
Posted By Clembo
Did it make this noise before the TRD install and...

Did it make this noise before the TRD install and other than this does it run fine? I find these motors sometimes make a couple of odd noises upon cold startup but don't think it's anything to worry...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-24-2014, 06:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,685
Posted By Clembo
Mine were missing completely and there were none...

Mine were missing completely and there were none in the glove box. Ended up buying a pair and installing myself. Part number is SU003-02911. IIRC they were a couple of dollars each but the dealer...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-11-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 15,619
Posted By Clembo
http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb442/Clembo69...

http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb442/Clembo69/ScionFR-S/9_4_1355_zpsff6dd04c.jpg (http://s1206.photobucket.com/user/Clembo69/media/ScionFR-S/9_4_1355_zpsff6dd04c.jpg.html)
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-11-2014, 06:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,601
Posted By Clembo
I'd not only drive it but go over every inch of...

I'd not only drive it but go over every inch of it with a fine-tooth comb. Document any damage or anything you don't think is right, especially any body or paint damage. Once you take delivery it's...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-11-2014, 06:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,100
Posted By Clembo
If you really think a car will be irreparably...

If you really think a car will be irreparably damaged by transporting it from dealer to dealer you probably shouldn't buy a car in the first place. These are cars, not fragile antique works of art....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 07:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,609
Posted By Clembo
When you get into that price range there are a...

When you get into that price range there are a lot of other choices out there. And I doubt you'll see much return in resale value despite the extra cost of this one.


Better to buy stripped and...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 06:40 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 18,938
Posted By Clembo
Dealer had already installed the bracket (at...

Dealer had already installed the bracket (at least they installed it on the grille) so I have two on my FR-S. My other two sports cars have no front plate and I've had no problems in the 6 years that...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 06:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,747
Posted By Clembo
In the warm garage on a battery tender until the...

In the warm garage on a battery tender until the roads are clean. I just prefer the beating to occur to my beater.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 06:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,201
Posted By Clembo
All I can say is if there's visible crap in the...

All I can say is if there's visible crap in the oil at 20 miles, someone forgot to install the oil filter.


Some manufacturers advise against an early oil change when using full synthetics. The...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-16-2014, 05:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,643
Posted By Clembo
You should be fine - very common repair and it...

You should be fine - very common repair and it sounds like your Toyota techs know exactly what they have to do. Should be good as new when they're done.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 02-04-2014, 08:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,283
Posted By Clembo
Looks like industrial overspray to me. Park...

Looks like industrial overspray to me. Park downwind from anywhere where paint was being applied? Road striping comes to mind...


I get a few small yellow blobs in the summer on occasion - it's...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-04-2014, 08:38 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 13,972
Posted By Clembo
No non-ethanol available in this area but after a...

No non-ethanol available in this area but after a full year, still no crickets here. Only thing I do different than many is I never let the tank go below 1/2 full. Don't know if it matters or not...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-04-2014, 08:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,262
Posted By Clembo
Mine (and all my four-cylinder cars) run best on...

Mine (and all my four-cylinder cars) run best on unbranded 93 octane Stop & Shop grocery store gas. Their additive pack seems to be well suited for smaller high performance engines. I started out...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-04-2014, 08:03 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 17,182
Posted By Clembo
Illegal to leave snow on your car in Connecticut...

Illegal to leave snow on your car in Connecticut also. As of January 1st, all trucks must remove all snow and ice from their roofs also -$1200 fine for first offense. Several people have been killed...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 12-14-2013, 09:34 PM
Replies: 369
Views: 97,356
Posted By Clembo
SUBOTA DOGE...

OK, Doge me...


http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/bb442/Clembo69/ScionFR-S/SUBOTA/8_7_13087_zps94f7384e.jpg...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-07-2013, 11:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,292
Posted By Clembo
Any big quick changes in temperature or humidity?...

Any big quick changes in temperature or humidity? I have cars that have never been in the weather but I have noticed very light condensation in the tops of some lights (headlights and taillights)...
Forum: Interior Parts (Incl. Lighting) 11-16-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,008
Posted By Clembo
The MS204-18001 TRD knob weighs just a bit less...

The MS204-18001 TRD knob weighs just a bit less than half of the stock knob. Feels VERY light in comparison. Not a bad thing if you like a light knob. Much easier to feel the gates but might not be...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-14-2013, 11:14 PM
Replies: 1,638
Views: 1,089,097
Posted By Clembo
Red Raceseng 86er

Installed my Raceseng 86er knob today. If I had a dollar for all the times I threaded it on and off trying to get it positioned correctly, I could have retired a year earlier. But the knob is...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 11-10-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,657
Posted By Clembo
Been using them for 25+ years on dozens of cars,...

Been using them for 25+ years on dozens of cars, NEVER a scratch or a swirl, even on black and red. Use some common sense and don't try to 'wash' or scrub your car with them. Just a very light sweep...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 11-01-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,065
Posted By Clembo
In the first place, driving the car over 4K...

In the first place, driving the car over 4K initially doesn't void any warranty, the owner's manual states exceptions are allowed in emergency situations (which I frequently ran into myself!). These...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-30-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,079
Posted By Clembo
The prices shown are a RANGE for a variety of...

The prices shown are a RANGE for a variety of different filters. And no filter is shown for the FR-S / BRZ.

I've done business with AutoAnything for years, top shelf customer service and prices...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-27-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 108,309
Posted By Clembo
It's simple - when the label on the fuel filler...

It's simple - when the label on the fuel filler door say 'Premium Fuel Recommended' you can use lesser octane with degradation in performance but no damage to the engine. When it says 'Premium Fuel...
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