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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-19-2024, 05:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 753
Posted By Trollhart
Because if you scrape, you want your drain plug...

Because if you scrape, you want your drain plug to not be ripped off.
If you angle the car properly, you will be able to drain most of the old oil.
In case you absolutely want to get the last drop...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 05-07-2024, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
I have been a bit silent in this forum, mostly...

I have been a bit silent in this forum, mostly because I was bothered by the database issues.


Since the last update, I have bought and installed a load of stuff.


Firstly, I got new wheels:...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 07-18-2023, 05:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
Since the last post, I have changed/added a lot...

Since the last post, I have changed/added a lot of stuff.


That's the present look:

https://i.ibb.co/WFm1v4x/IMG-5092.jpg (https://ibb.co/tcV5pTm)


Some STI bling and a dry filter:
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 09-06-2022, 10:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,934
Posted By Trollhart
The parts are all exclusively produced by Subaru....

The parts are all exclusively produced by Subaru.
Toyota just buys them and puts a healthy markup on top.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 08-18-2022, 03:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,499
Posted By Trollhart
There is a ground pin present in the OEM wiring...

There is a ground pin present in the OEM wiring harness, which might or might not be utilized by the aftermarket harness.
My Pioneer unit is only grounded via the harness.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 08-18-2022, 03:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,499
Posted By Trollhart
Can you try to start the car with a jumper pack?...

Can you try to start the car with a jumper pack? The battery might have developed a dead cell incidentally, this should be ruled out first.


If that does not solve the issue; it has been a while...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-09-2022, 03:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,808
Posted By Trollhart
This has happened to a friend of mine as well,...

This has happened to a friend of mine as well, north of 200 kph.

Scary stuff at any speed.
If I remember correctly, the latch itself can be adjusted by loosening the screws, moving the latch...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 05-03-2022, 05:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
Somehow I forgot about this thread. I remember...

Somehow I forgot about this thread.
I remember that I really wanted to keep it updated, but then life happened, I guess.


Got married, bought and renovated a house, planted some trees, and going...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 05-02-2022, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19,909
Views: 9,385,296
Posted By Trollhart
Thanks, I'm actually pretty proud that the end...

Thanks, I'm actually pretty proud that the end result matches the goal I had in mind.


I had the duck tail spoiler custom made by a member of the German forums, and applied a small rubber lip...
Forum: Canada Classifieds 05-02-2022, 01:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,617
Posted By Trollhart
...since then they could simply shift the issue...

...since then they could simply shift the issue one link further down the chain, and probably even fend off the customer until they receive a replacement or refund from the maker (or even just...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 05-01-2022, 04:09 PM
Replies: 19,909
Views: 9,385,296
Posted By Trollhart
Started before the Easter weekend and technically...

Started before the Easter weekend and technically finished (more or less) today:
Major update. Installed facelift headlights, Valenti side markers, OLM Nightseeker fog lights (so any and all...
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 04-25-2022, 03:57 PM
Replies: 2,580
Views: 926,774
Posted By Trollhart
Same here. ...

Same here.

https://i.ibb.co/MNMgKrw/IMG-3180.jpg (https://ibb.co/j4g8qm0)
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 08-31-2021, 03:33 AM
Replies: 19,909
Views: 9,385,296
Posted By Trollhart
There is a fuse box under the sand and dust?!

There is a fuse box under the sand and dust?!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-25-2021, 05:21 AM
Replies: 24,815
Views: 8,073,556
Posted By Trollhart
He's actually moved to China and has a friend...

He's actually moved to China and has a friend make and ship them from Germany, so that's why there is some waiting time.

Anyway, I am also quite happy with the quality of the kit.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 08-17-2021, 04:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,058
Posted By Trollhart
I'm usually telling people to be cautious with...

I'm usually telling people to be cautious with ascertaining damage from pictures - but this one is absolutely totalled, no question. I'm really sorry.

The quater panel is crumpled well into the...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 09-11-2018, 08:05 AM
Replies: 2,565
Views: 893,311
Posted By Trollhart
In Germany, we have these stereotypical Mercedes...

In Germany, we have these stereotypical Mercedes C and S Classes:


They are lowered, have deep dish wheels, are mostly black, and I reckon that 90% of them are straight piped by just using a...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 07-13-2018, 08:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,719
Posted By Trollhart
I see that you are located in the UK. I...

I see that you are located in the UK.


I am quite sure I have read that only US and Asian market cars got the upgraded manifold and some other goodies, which I can't remember from the top of my...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-02-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 22,218
Posted By Trollhart
Also there is a random grab bag of German words -...

Also there is a random grab bag of German words - I hear nothing gives you more street cred in Japan.


See Rauhwelt, Zweite Entwicklung, or, in thie case, Auto Messe Web!




I shall move to...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 04-23-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 25,513
Posted By Trollhart
That actually made me laugh and feel a bit better...

That actually made me laugh and feel a bit better - thanks! :)
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 04-23-2018, 10:56 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 25,513
Posted By Trollhart
Thanks for the heads-up, much appreciated. I...

Thanks for the heads-up, much appreciated.
I indeed discussed this point with my lawyer, but he says that this point is absolutely irrelevant, as long as the car is fully road-legal (which it is,...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 04-23-2018, 05:24 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 25,513
Posted By Trollhart
Dont't want to open a new Thread, but I have to...

Dont't want to open a new Thread, but I have to vent a little:


Drove my BRZ and crashed.




I was sidesweeped on the Autobahn by some Russian guy in an SUV.
He hit me in the driver side...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-11-2018, 04:52 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 11,283
Posted By Trollhart
I guess legally you may be out of luck here -...

I guess legally you may be out of luck here - unless you still have some of the gas left and you are willing to pay several thousand Dollars for an in-depth Analysis at an Independent laboratory,...
Forum: FR-S & 86 Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 04-04-2018, 09:51 AM
Replies: 2,580
Views: 926,774
Posted By Trollhart
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180404/e993b0d8...

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180404/e993b0d8914f48ba0b255c4d85ee33a7.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180404/5623760697b61f6b73ea39b3f45a9a18.jpg

Some serious detailing going on!
...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 02-27-2018, 10:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,041
Posted By Trollhart
Also make sure that you don't overtighten the...

Also make sure that you don't overtighten the bolts inside the trunk.
Hand tight is enough - otherwise you will damage the gaskets and get water ingress or condensation again.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-27-2018, 04:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
Forgot to leave this here. Had some fun...

Forgot to leave this here.


Had some fun chasing a buddy at Meppen Race Park.


He drives a boosted 2017 BRZ, while mine is stock power-wise.


Sorry for the sound issues, the microphone...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-23-2018, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
I could dig them out if you like, but they would...

I could dig them out if you like, but they would likely not be of much use to you, as there are significant differences between the EU and other versions.

We have a slot for the folding mirrors on...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-21-2018, 04:04 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,830
Posted By Trollhart
The crash bar is completely firm, so even if...

The crash bar is completely firm, so even if water froze in there, it would rather push the skin outwards, and not the bar against the skin.


Given the regular temperature changes mentioned by...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-20-2018, 07:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
This one....

This one. (https://spacecityspy.com/collections/mustang-accessories/products/fingerprint-free-trunk-strap-v4)


They also sell via Amazon.
The clip fits my trunk perfectly, but mind that EU cars...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-20-2018, 06:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,286
Posted By Trollhart
My 2013 BRZ, new parts (Nappa interior pieces, Likewise RLX lockout, and much more!)

Hi everybody!

Since I finally managed to get my account approved, I figured that I could introduce myself and my BRZ with the modifications I have already done to it.

My name is Chris, I am 27...
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