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Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 08-26-2019, 12:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Sorry for the super late reply. The microphone...

Sorry for the super late reply. The microphone works great! Way better than the stock one ever did.



Glad the guide was helpful!
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 08-26-2019, 12:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,657
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Popping/creaking noise in hard left turns

So I have been experiencing this issue for a bit and I haven't been able to figure out what it is.

When I make a hard left turn, meaning the load and pressure are shifted to the right side,...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 11-13-2018, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
I'm not quite sure how the OEM camera works as...

I'm not quite sure how the OEM camera works as I've never had one. I have a 2013 FR-S so I had to add mine in. You're probably right in that the signal (or at least some signal - the reverse light...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 10-20-2018, 12:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Again, I'm not sure on any of these Amazon.com...

Again, I'm not sure on any of these Amazon.com harnesses. I did note it says "For select 1987-2007 Toyota and Scion vehicles" which would not include our cars. It's possible it would, but I couldn't...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 10-19-2018, 10:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Generally no, you cannot. A harness isn't 100%...

Generally no, you cannot. A harness isn't 100% necessary as it's obviously just wiring connections that can be done other ways.

However, as with most car projects I would say take the time to do...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 10-19-2018, 09:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
I'm not quite sure. It doesn't look like the one...

I'm not quite sure. It doesn't look like the one I used, so you'd be taking a risk. However, at $8, not a very big risk.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 06-27-2018, 08:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Unfortunately, I don't actually have a subwoofer...

Unfortunately, I don't actually have a subwoofer so I couldn't tell you one way or the other. My ears also aren't good enough to pick out if it sounds any different from the OEM head unit. I mainly...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-03-2018, 04:15 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 25,284
Posted By TheLaughingMan
I'm thinking now of using a sandwich plate for...

I'm thinking now of using a sandwich plate for just the temperature and then using the KillerB + remote mounting setup at the stock oil pressure sensor location for pressure.

That sounds like it...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-03-2018, 12:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 12,006
Posted By TheLaughingMan
I am using the Forester XT OEM oil cooler. Do you...

I am using the Forester XT OEM oil cooler. Do you guys think using a sandwich plate (not one of the ones listed above, but a normal one) between the filter and the cooler would be acceptable?

I've...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-03-2018, 12:45 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 25,284
Posted By TheLaughingMan
I wanted to get some advice in regards to all of...

I wanted to get some advice in regards to all of this. So I've read through this thread, as well as some others, but I still can't decide which route is best to go.

So I have a FI setup and the...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-17-2018, 05:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,651
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Actually, I just decided to say screw it and...

Actually, I just decided to say screw it and write up a detailed DIY guide with pictures. Hopefully that helps!

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3045781
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 02-17-2018, 05:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,370
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Installing Pioneer AVH-2330 NEX with AndroidAuto

Alright, after I already completed my install, I decided to go back and "redo" everything with pictures so I could post a write-up on here.

This write-up should be more or less the same for the...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-16-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,651
Posted By TheLaughingMan
I did install it myself - it was pretty easy. ...

I did install it myself - it was pretty easy.

You just need:

Bezel kit (https://www.amazon.com/Metra-95-8202-Toyota-DDIN-Multi/dp/B000K52CY2)
USB Retention harness...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-13-2018, 10:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,651
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Picked up and installed a Pioneer AVH-2330 NEX....

Picked up and installed a Pioneer AVH-2330 NEX. I'm pretty happy with the fitment and the fact that I now have in-dash navigation via AndroidAuto.

https://i.imgur.com/3mQVTot.jpg...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-21-2018, 12:42 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 70,083
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Oh jeez, sorry to hear that! :brokenheart: can't...

Oh jeez, sorry to hear that! :brokenheart: can't wait to see the new pics! Lol
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-19-2018, 03:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,651
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Realized I have not posted here in a very long...

Realized I have not posted here in a very long time lol - figured I should since A LOT has changed...

https://imgur.com/VnHxtmY.jpg
https://imgur.com/jDhh5LK.jpg
https://imgur.com/WiTKQTV.jpg...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-19-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 70,083
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Backup cam is just RCA right? Does it not have an...

Backup cam is just RCA right? Does it not have an input for that? I tried reading through the manual and it made it sound like it could handle it. Maybe I misread.

Do you need a special harness...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-19-2018, 12:23 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 70,083
Posted By TheLaughingMan
How's the fitment on the MVH-2300NEX? Would you...

How's the fitment on the MVH-2300NEX? Would you mind taking some pics? :) Still happy with it now that it's been a bit?
Forum: Audio/Visual, Electronics, Infotainment, NAV 01-19-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,942
Posted By TheLaughingMan
How was the fitment?

How was the fitment?
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-28-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 77,417
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Huh, interesting. Looks like they only have the...

Huh, interesting. Looks like they only have the 17x7 these days.

So you think the 255s would be too big?
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 03-28-2017, 09:52 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 77,417
Posted By TheLaughingMan
So I've had these wheels for quite some time now...

So I've had these wheels for quite some time now and love them. However, I now make more than double the HP I did when I first installed them.

I originally had MPSSes 225/45/17 but was looking to...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-15-2016, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,775
Posted By TheLaughingMan
It seemed to mount just fine. I am just using the...

It seemed to mount just fine. I am just using the stock fuel rail and ID1000s though.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-13-2016, 10:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,775
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Well, for anyone who finds this in the future I...

Well, for anyone who finds this in the future I hope this helps!

I searched and searched for what seemed like a vacuum leak (surging idle, car would die with any amount of throttle). I happened to...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-12-2016, 10:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,775
Posted By TheLaughingMan
So I managed to get the evap solenoid off and...

So I managed to get the evap solenoid off and repurposed the vacuum line to be the "port 1" in this picture.

http://i59.tinypic.com/2vvjty1.jpg

However, I'm wondering if I have created a vacuum...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-08-2016, 10:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,775
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Thanks for the reply! Definitely like Option 2 as...

Thanks for the reply! Definitely like Option 2 as backup plan but it sounds like a better idea to remove the solonoid and deal with those clamps now.

One removing the manifold... how the hell do I...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-08-2016, 12:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,775
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Grimmspeed EBCS

Searched around but couldnt find specifics.

I know the EBCS plugs into the blue solonoid plug at the bottom, driver side of the intake manifold and how to do the tubing. My question is that my...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-12-2015, 07:44 PM
Replies: 592
Views: 236,201
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Thank you! That definitely helps clarify it. I...

Thank you! That definitely helps clarify it. I wish their instructions had a bit better photos.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 07-12-2015, 03:06 PM
Replies: 592
Views: 236,201
Posted By TheLaughingMan
So I was doing the install on mine this...

So I was doing the install on mine this weekend...I'm a little confused on step 7 (when you're bolting the splitter on).

It says to use the aluminum spacer and 30mm BCHS on the two most rearward...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-03-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 476
Views: 360,984
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Same question

Same question
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 06-23-2014, 03:25 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 101,285
Posted By TheLaughingMan
Thank you for this wonderful write up!! I used it...

Thank you for this wonderful write up!! I used it this weekend when doing basically the exact same thing you did.

I really wish I had paid more attention :cry:

To reiterate some advice already...
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