Crawford posts of engine failure example at 218hp - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

OICU812 · 11-19-2013, 03:25 AM

The odd time I see posts like this makes me question if I should be really bucking up for big power? I really don't know all the details and the FB post is not a big story. Perhaps however someone who knows folks at Crawford may be able to shed some light. Seen this posted tonight.

https://www.facebook.com/8Vagabundo8...00789742058487

Guff · 11-19-2013, 03:32 AM

I don't believe I can see this page. It says it's unavailable.

OICU812 · 11-19-2013, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Guff

I don't believe I can see this page. It says it's unavailable.

So far this is all they've said.

"Looks like the stock rods that come in the BRZ/FRS are not as strong as some are leading us to believe. This motor was only making 218HP and the rod broke in half at the track this weekend. After closer inspection it looks like the piston came apart first as its in a thousand pieces, the rod broke secondary
"

tech4pdx · 11-19-2013, 03:51 AM

Looks like this would generate good interest in "built" motors.

B L U E S L A T E · 11-19-2013, 04:03 AM

Maybe a bad tune? Maybe a DI seal failure?

Captain Snooze · 11-19-2013, 04:13 AM

I can't see the FB page but as I see it this is sensationalistic. We do not know at this point in time why the engine/piston failed. I bet there is going to be lots of speculation that will soon morph into "omg!! these engines are p*ss weak!!". It may have ingested a screw, it may have been a bad tune. We don't know but I don't recollect reading many stories like this.

Tony Mac · 11-19-2013, 04:24 AM

This link should work...

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?f...type=1&theater

OICU812 · 11-19-2013, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Captain Snooze

I can't see the FB page but as I see it this is sensationalistic. We do not know at this point in time why the engine/piston failed. I bet there is going to be lots of speculation that will soon morph into "omg!! these engines are p*ss weak!!". It may have ingested a screw, it may have been a bad tune. We don't know but I don't recollect reading many stories like this.

For record I'm not freaking out it just stood out as a post from them is all. I know lots here boosted with lots miles and more hp as well with no issues. Suppose to be clear I'm just hoping someone may be able to chime in if they know more details. As mentioned there are lots of variables for certain.

Calum · 11-19-2013, 04:53 AM

Does anyone remember the picture of the oil coated piston that came out just before he released his AOS bull shit?

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tech4pdx · 11-19-2013, 01:29 PM

I'm so scared now..

I better auction off my belongings and buy that Crawford built short block before my engine blows up!! Thank you Crawford for taking care of us!!

ZionsWrath · 11-19-2013, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Calum

Does anyone remember the picture of the oil coated piston that came out just before he released his AOS bull shit?

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no, but please link. I get what you are saying and I was thinking the same thing lol

mfbmike · 11-19-2013, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ZionsWrath

no, but please link. I get what you are saying and I was thinking the same thing lol

As was I.

Sportsguy83 · 11-19-2013, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ZionsWrath

no, but please link. I get what you are saying and I was thinking the same thing lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crawford

We see a lot of carbon build up which can be seen in these photos. But we also see a lot of oil in the intake manifold, so our guess is this is this is the reason for the carbon build up on the piston and combustion chamber.

Team Crawford

Referring to this pic

tech4pdx · 11-19-2013, 01:41 PM

Back on September 14 2012, Crawford said the motor looked SOLID. I guess we've been misinformed! What have "some led us to believe"? LOL

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=440428

11-19-2013, 04:13 AM	#6
Captain Snooze Because compromise ® Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: Red Herring Location: australia Posts: 7,723 Thanks: 3,993 Thanked 9,346 Times in 4,127 Posts Mentioned: 60 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I can't see the FB page but as I see it this is sensationalistic. We do not know at this point in time why the engine/piston failed. I bet there is going to be lots of speculation that will soon morph into "omg!! these engines are p*ss weak!!". It may have ingested a screw, it may have been a bad tune. We don't know but I don't recollect reading many stories like this. __________________ My car is completely stock except for all the mods.

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tech4pdx Make love Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: H8R.. Not really Location: Edge of the Milky Way Posts: 780 Thanks: 524 Thanked 214 Times in 143 Posts Mentioned: 31 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Crawford posts of engine failure example at 218hp Back on September 14 2012, Crawford said the motor looked SOLID. I guess we've been misinformed! What have "some led us to believe"? LOL http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=440428

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tech4pdx Make love Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: H8R.. Not really Location: Edge of the Milky Way Posts: 780 Thanks: 524 Thanked 214 Times in 143 Posts Mentioned: 31 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'm so scared now.. I better auction off my belongings and buy that Crawford built short block before my engine blows up!! Thank you Crawford for taking care of us!!

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