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Forum: CANADA 06-13-2014, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,896
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, 12:29 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 27,039
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: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-17-2014, 11:15 AM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 1,067,994
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: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-06-2014, 11:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 16,873
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: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-31-2013, 02:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,152
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, 12:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,426
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) 12-01-2013, 02:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,426
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, 02:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,426
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: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-13-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,169
Posted By smbrm
Generally i would say the observations suggest a...

Generally i would say the observations suggest a car whose FE is very dependent on how and where you drive it. City driving with contribute immensely to poorer results, especially the longer you use...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-19-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 43
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Views: 9,144
Posted By smbrm
Apparently has to do with getting raw fuel into...

Apparently has to do with getting raw fuel into the charcoal canister on the emission control system. That's why they don't want you to overfill.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 05-13-2013, 03:11 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,258
Posted By smbrm
I am pretty sure that this has been discussed...

I am pretty sure that this has been discussed before. It should not be removed. If you look at many vehicles you will find these stickers that are designed to protect against abrasion. The areas...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-24-2013, 01:20 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 22,628
Posted By smbrm
You are correct, +25 and -15 mm should be ok. I...

You are correct, +25 and -15 mm should be ok. I think I was thinking about the really long ones shown as concept in the previous post on this topic.

We just need some more so you can reach the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-16-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 3,492
Views: 1,067,994
Posted By smbrm
Don't hate but wish there was a fix so you could...

Don't hate but wish there was a fix so you could see exact gear in all modes. I wonder if there could be firmware update?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-11-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,073
Posted By smbrm
No it doesn't, but that doesn't mean you can't...

No it doesn't, but that doesn't mean you can't get a free oil change here or there bundled with other stuff.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-01-2013, 02:49 PM
Replies: 375
Views: 176,131
Posted By smbrm
Depends on what you think "metal shavings" means?...

Depends on what you think "metal shavings" means?

A standard used oil evaluation usually includes: ICP-AES(Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry)ICP-AES

which detects low...
Forum: CANADA 03-24-2013, 10:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,707
Posted By smbrm
You could call "Shell Helps"(head office) and...

You could call "Shell Helps"(head office) and enquire about the specific station regarding your concerns.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-09-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 31,286
Posted By smbrm
Sounds cool to me as long as they don't cost an...

Sounds cool to me as long as they don't cost an arm and a leg!:thumbsup: With a hot lava exterior is it better to match the seat wing red or the exterior orange, or just black?
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-09-2013, 04:00 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 31,286
Posted By smbrm
Wouldn't it make more sense to have them replace...

Wouldn't it make more sense to have them replace the existing paddles? A replacement needs primarily to cover a larger angle of the wheel circumference so you can still catch the correct paddle with...
Forum: CANADA 02-09-2013, 07:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,400
Posted By smbrm
If you accidentally hook it up backwards, does...

If you accidentally hook it up backwards, does the vehicle rust faster?
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-22-2013, 05:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,025
Posted By smbrm
For those of waded in, thanks. It doesn't seem as...

For those of waded in, thanks. It doesn't seem as lonely!

And yes, all oils get thin when they get hot. Multigrading additives just mean they do not thin as much as temperature increases(And yes,...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-21-2013, 06:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,025
Posted By smbrm
Yea it is confusing! The problem with trying to...

Yea it is confusing!
The problem with trying to understand engine oil is the discussion tends to get either over simplified or overly complicated.
Folks often confuse the simple explanation with...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-19-2013, 12:10 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 35,776
Posted By smbrm
I wish that the gear you are in would also show...

I wish that the gear you are in would also show in addition to "D" when in drive. That would allow better use of paddles especially for downshifts when you want to get into the torque band.

The...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-13-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,237
Posted By smbrm
The old oil never drains out completely. The...

The old oil never drains out completely. The fresh dispersant in the new oil will also allow any residual oil to mix into the new oil more easily, as that is what dispersant does, keeping stuff in...
Forum: CANADA 01-13-2013, 12:49 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 26,759
Posted By smbrm
All the Shell Canada 91 is V-Power. The 3...

All the Shell Canada 91 is V-Power.

The 3 product pumps are blender pumps that draw from a V-power(91) and a regular(87) underground tank mixing to generate 89. The V-power only pump will be...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-07-2013, 11:55 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 134,415
Posted By smbrm
Just add to the debate, VI is not really relevant...

Just add to the debate, VI is not really relevant if you don't understand the permanent shear stability or the HTHS of the oil.:popcorn:
Forum: CANADA 01-07-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,249
Posted By smbrm
If due to the ambient temperature, the oil...

If due to the ambient temperature, the oil temperature is below its pour point, the engine may not even be able to turn over fast enough to start. The engine may not even be able turn over at all.
...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 01-02-2013, 07:23 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 16,550
Posted By smbrm
Yes. I have seen a similar kind of dent right on...

Yes. I have seen a similar kind of dent right on the crease of a roof line from hail that PDR made disappear.

One thing you have to watch for with low cars like the FRS is the downward gouge from...
Forum: CANADA 12-07-2012, 12:07 AM
Replies: 289
Views: 107,112
Posted By smbrm
5x100, stock offset is 48 (not 42 which I didn't...

5x100, stock offset is 48 (not 42 which I didn't remember correctly).

Check out the info here and use the offset calculator at 1010tires.com to see how how different offset wheels actually will...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-14-2012, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,137
Posted By smbrm
Doesn't it say to use a particular type of...

Doesn't it say to use a particular type of chain?: I believe there is reference to SAE class S devices such as spring/cable chains

example
...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 09-23-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,699
Posted By smbrm
Thats from the drain holes for the doors.

Thats from the drain holes for the doors.
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