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Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-29-2014, 11:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,491
Posted By smbrm
Remebrtheoil

Remebrtheoil
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-01-2014, 12:58 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 37,750
Posted By smbrm
I sold my 1990 Celica GTS(145,000km.) after I...

I sold my 1990 Celica GTS(145,000km.) after I bought my FRS. The 1990 was preceded by a 1976, 1984, & 1986 Celica. The 1984 was totalled by a Lady in a parking lot! The lucky part is you have...
Forum: CANADA 06-13-2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,626
Posted By smbrm
There are two Facebook groups: 403 Scions ...

There are two Facebook groups:

403 Scions

&

Alberta FRS/Gt86/BRZ

The first one has meets, the 2nd I don't think has ever had a meet
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-11-2014, 11:29 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 24,372
Posted By smbrm
I think it is only a matter of time before fuel...

I think it is only a matter of time before fuel efficiency and carbon legislation will drive all vehicles to hybridization. It may not be for the Gt86/FRS/BRZ, but perhaps it's successor.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 05-24-2014, 01:02 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 367,986
Posted By smbrm
Container guy What lip, skirts & rear...

Container guy

What lip, skirts & rear diffusers bits have you installed? I assume the skirts need self tapping screws?

Thanks
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-22-2014, 01:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,497
Posted By smbrm
It was hand picked for the application!

It was hand picked for the application!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-21-2014, 12:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,497
Posted By smbrm
A modified ear plug with a pull wire seemed like...

A modified ear plug with a pull wire seemed like a cheap & cheerful solution!79474
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-19-2014, 08:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,508
Posted By smbrm
First cars in the west didn't have block heaters...

First cars in the west didn't have block heaters because they are dealer fitted and the part wasn't available!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-17-2014, 10:15 AM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 968,948
Posted By smbrm
Thanks, Dadhawk, that sounds like it could be a...

Thanks, Dadhawk, that sounds like it could be a good rule-of-thumb. As soon as I read your suggestion, it made some sense. One tap down just never feels like its enough. I'll give the double tap a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-16-2014, 10:50 AM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 968,948
Posted By smbrm
Yes, but this only tells us what gear we are...

Yes, but this only tells us what gear we are ending up in after-the-fact. When cruising along the AT computer will get to 6th gear very early for best fuel economy( lowest rpm) for the condions. The...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-12-2014, 10:01 AM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 968,948
Posted By smbrm
Gear readout

It would be really nice on the automatic transmission version, to have a sub display of the actual gear the transmission is using when the gear selector is in D.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-31-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,673
Posted By smbrm
You can put the tender on a few hours before you...

You can put the tender on a few hours before you want to start up.

Power is consumed by the immobilized when the car is sitting.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-08-2014, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,051
Posted By smbrm
There is something I read somewhere about the fan...

There is something I read somewhere about the fan putting out warm air in summer with the heat off. Something about turning off the fan to reset the system and then turn back on. Don't remember the...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 02-07-2014, 12:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,006
Posted By smbrm
Yes, many touch-less washes only have perimeter...

Yes, many touch-less washes only have perimeter spray, and no underbody. The karcher thing looks kind of useful, accept for the soap applicator. Where I live you can only wash in your driveway with...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-09-2014, 05:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,729
Posted By smbrm
There is a button on dash that is marked DSP. If...

There is a button on dash that is marked DSP. If you press it, each press should cycle through the options that include "out side temp", "avg L/100 km", and "L/100 km". if you press and hold when...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-06-2014, 10:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,729
Posted By smbrm
Dssence I would suggest the following: ...

Dssence


I would suggest the following:

1) the computer in the car makes changes to the timing based on many parameters. The reason the lower octane fuel gives poorer fuel consumption is that...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-06-2014, 06:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,729
Posted By smbrm
Well then I would suggest that you try a little...

Well then I would suggest that you try a little less throttle and shift below 3000 rpm for a tank and see what results you get. Gord-zenith is right about the fuel consumption can be high in the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-06-2014, 11:32 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,729
Posted By smbrm
Cycle through the display until you see the avg...

Cycle through the display until you see the avg fuel consumption. Consult the owners manual on how to do this. Then press & hold until it zero's. You have now reset the average fuel consumption...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-31-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,497
Posted By smbrm
Fender feelers have been suggested before with...

Fender feelers have been suggested before with lots of wild options! I have found that picking a reference point on your own car helps. On mine with my height when sitting, if I drive into the space...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-05-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,584
Posted By smbrm
The article you quoted provides a good discussion...

The article you quoted provides a good discussion of the subject and of course, their model for evaluation.

As Dennis has eluded, from time to some additional clarity can help keep a discussion on...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-04-2013, 11:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,584
Posted By smbrm
We'll I have never heard in 35 years that...

We'll I have never heard in 35 years that phenomena called fuel shear before?The normal reference is fuel dilution when raw non-vaporized fuel gets past the rings into the oil, but starts with what...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-04-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,584
Posted By smbrm
So "fuel shear"? A quick google doesn't yield...

So "fuel shear"? A quick google doesn't yield much on the definition of this phrase?
Just curious about what you may be referring to?
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-01-2013, 01:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,584
Posted By smbrm
Dennis, I thought you were looking after...

Dennis, I thought you were looking after everyone! :D I think you continue to provide a knowledgeably balanced perspective! I do check the forum regularly.:popcorn:
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 11-27-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,584
Posted By smbrm
While many of these sites provide useful...

While many of these sites provide useful information, they can often include some inaccuracies, but more often, over simplifications, hasty generalizations and poor interpretation of facts and...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 11-13-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,353
Posted By smbrm
You may wish to do some more research on the SAE...

You may wish to do some more research on the SAE J300 viscosity grading system, it's meaning, specifications and testing procedures.

SAE J300 has very well defined specifications for 0W-?? Engine...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-11-2013, 02:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,839
Posted By smbrm
I would suggest that this may be of interest: ...

I would suggest that this may be of interest:

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=551183&postcount=94
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-11-2013, 02:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,500
Posted By smbrm
I would suggest you have a read here and in the...

I would suggest you have a read here and in the attached links especially regarding TPMS in Canada:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=551183&postcount=94
Forum: CANADA 11-05-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,670
Posted By smbrm
There is a reason for the extra butane. Because...

There is a reason for the extra butane. Because butane boils at lower temperature it is increased in winter to assist with better starting at lower temperatures. Gasoline is made from a range of...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-05-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,791
Posted By smbrm
It would appear that this issue has been around...

It would appear that this issue has been around for a while!

Those would definitely be a low cost solution!

But they appear somehow to be more appropriate to some other cars!
...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-04-2013, 08:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,791
Posted By smbrm
Nope, been doing that, because it's kind of...

Nope, been doing that, because it's kind of obvious!

Equally is it too much to ask if there is a semi flexible lip that blends in with the fangs so as not to trigger the need for some to judge the...
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