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Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-25-2020, 08:49 PM

Replies: 5

Brake flush and ABS

Views: 1,354

Posted By ZDan

I've never done it. I usually flush every 2nd or...

I've never done it. I usually flush every 2nd or 3rd track events, never any issues.

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-25-2020, 07:32 PM

Replies: 5

Brake flush and ABS

Views: 1,354

Posted By humfrz

Did your friend also suggest you get some blinker...

Did your friend also suggest you get some blinker fluid at the auto store when you buy new brake fluid?

(jest ah messen wich ya - ;))

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

05-31-2020, 12:27 PM

Replies: 54

Not the car to have in lockdown

Views: 10,849

Posted By Ernest72

This is what I do. It’s the best way, get out on...

This is what I do. It’s the best way, get out on some mountain curvy roads.

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

05-31-2020, 11:40 AM

Replies: 54

Not the car to have in lockdown

Views: 10,849

Posted By soundman98

usually no more than 500mA is considered typical.

usually no more than 500mA is considered typical.

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

02-18-2020, 11:55 AM

Replies: 70

Amsoil Differential and Transmission Oils Review

Views: 23,626

Posted By Tristor

I love AMSOil and it's all I run for engine oil. ...

I love AMSOil and it's all I run for engine oil. But after significant testing, I can say that I've had better results with Motul in the diff and Redline in the trans (ATF) for predominantly track...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

01-02-2020, 10:27 AM

Replies: 70

Amsoil Differential and Transmission Oils Review

Views: 23,626

Posted By GJR726WY

I picked up my '13 MT BRZ this fall and switched...

I picked up my '13 MT BRZ this fall and switched to all AMSOil fluids within the first two months. Transmission shifts 100% smoother and there was a clunk when you would put the car in reverse that...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

12-18-2019, 01:43 AM

Replies: 7

Rear diff fluid weight rec

Views: 4,353

Posted By Stomachbuzz

Diff fluid should certainly be changed (or at...

Diff fluid should certainly be changed (or at least inspected) somewhat regularly.

The whole 'nah don't worry about it' in post #3 is concerning... but I digress.

Gear fluid is an...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

12-12-2019, 12:55 PM

Replies: 25

Will Subaru deny warranty for transmission if I have aftermarket trans fluid?

Views: 4,971

Posted By Grady

The transmission fluid is good for the life of...

The transmission fluid is good for the life of the transmission, just like the factory engine oil is good for the life of the engine.

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

10-18-2019, 06:48 PM

Replies: 7

Rear diff fluid weight rec

Views: 4,353

Posted By 86TOYO2k17

I live in WA so similar various hot cold weather....

I live in WA so similar various hot cold weather.
I use TriboDyn 75w90 Synthetic Limited Slip Gear Oil
With ebay magic alluminum rear diff cover (100% identical cusco knockoff for 1/5th the...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

05-17-2019, 08:31 PM

Replies: 4

What kind of bike racks can you get for your BRZ?

Views: 2,262

Posted By StraightOuttaCanadaEh

I put my bike inside. XL frame MTB. Take the...

I put my bike inside. XL frame MTB. Take the front wheel and the seat post off and it fits well. You need a rack only if you’re packing more than 1 bike IMO

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

04-10-2019, 11:40 PM

Replies: 101

Am I blinded by infatuation?

Views: 17,726

Posted By imprezive

Storage space. I have to transport certain things...

Storage space. I have to transport certain things for work and they fit comfortably in the BRZ , not so much in the Miata. And IMHO the ascetics of the BRZ is head an shoulders above the Miata.

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

01-12-2019, 05:11 PM

Replies: 31

How to tell if your car needs more HP

Views: 7,862

Posted By Ultramaroon

I just slow down for the straights. Not much...

I just slow down for the straights. Not much challenge to mashing the gas pedal.

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

01-03-2019, 02:39 PM

Replies: 64

Too capable for public roads

Views: 9,428

Posted By Stang70Fastback

I 100% disagree with what you are saying....

I 100% disagree with what you are saying. Stickier tires are absolutely not easier to control once you cross the limit. The stickier a tire is, generally speaking, the less warning you have as you...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

12-13-2018, 11:24 AM

Replies: 44

the struggle is real....

Views: 6,523

Posted By funwheeldrive

I'm the opposite I guess. I've owned this car for...

I'm the opposite I guess. I've owned this car for almost 5 years now and the only thing I have changed are the stock wheels. This car is so incredibly well balanced from the factory it's hard for me...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

11-28-2018, 12:28 PM

Replies: 29

Electric BRZ

Views: 5,029

Posted By Tcoat

By the time battery tech gets far enough to give...

By the time battery tech gets far enough to give a lightweight, tossable, affordable, long range, 86 like sports car, people will no longer be behind the wheel anyway. I will however be dead so will...

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

11-19-2018, 06:10 PM

Replies: 21

Long time listener, first time caller...

Views: 3,301

Posted By Tcoat

My kids are 38 and 36. I waited until after to...

My kids are 38 and 36. I waited until after to buy a new sports car.

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

11-04-2018, 06:30 PM

Replies: 56

Installing Pioneer HU and Maestro RR

Views: 17,792

Posted By MarvinC93

I had a similar experience after installing my...

I had a similar experience after installing my 2440NEX into my 2016 BRZ but I think it was probably related to an error I made rather than the NEX itself. A few days after I finished the install and...

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

10-31-2018, 03:12 PM

Replies: 56

Installing Pioneer HU and Maestro RR

Views: 17,792

Posted By NCtoBRZ

Since you have verified that the camera is...

Since you have verified that the camera is getting a solid 6 volts and that all software settings on the HU are correct, it seems like it must be an issue with the RCA cable (bad cable, poor ground,...

Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS]

10-28-2018, 04:48 PM

Replies: 1,441

Sticky: how old? what do you do?

Views: 340,090

Posted By Flarpswitch

I'm 68. Looking at the majority of ages here you...

I'm 68. Looking at the majority of ages here you people are just out of diapers. I have some perspective having started out with mostly English sports cars from the 50s and 60s. I have either owned...

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

10-28-2018, 03:05 PM

Replies: 56

Installing Pioneer HU and Maestro RR

Views: 17,792

Posted By NCtoBRZ

IIRC, the backup guidelines are built in to the...

IIRC, the backup guidelines are built in to the factory camera, so I actually turned off the backup guidelines in the Pioneer HU settings and used the factory lines since I know they are accurate.

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

10-26-2018, 01:13 PM

Replies: 2

2017 BRZ backup guidelines - HU or camera?

Views: 1,156

Posted By JBezugs

2017 BRZ backup guidelines - HU or camera?

They’re built onto the feed from the reverse camera. If you swapping head units, just turn the head unit guide lines off.

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-25-2018, 06:37 AM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By RickyBobby

Going OT, but in almost 5 years I have never...

Going OT, but in almost 5 years I have never crawled under my FR-S to change the oil. I use this oil extractor. https://www.amazon.com/America-5060TS-Topsider-Multi-Purpose-Removing/dp/B001445IZ8
It...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-22-2018, 01:20 PM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By radroach

TachyonBomb until somebody makes a video of them...

TachyonBomb until somebody makes a video of them doing a topside oil change successfully on their 86, I'm going to wait. I don't want to be the guy to report getting the tube stuck in the dipstick...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-22-2018, 01:02 AM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By reeves

6 years and 70K+ miles on my Fumoto valve. No...

6 years and 70K+ miles on my Fumoto valve.
No nipple, no clip. I travel on dirt roads and gravel in rural areas too (stock height).
No problems so far.

Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics

08-17-2018, 01:40 AM

Replies: 19,883

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR BRZ TODAY?

Views: 8,866,565

Posted By BA9092

Replaced my OEM third brake light with the Intec...

Replaced my OEM third brake light with the Intec from ft86speedfactory. Love it! Did this before the Drambeenie risers. So much better than the late 80s looking unit. Better rearward visibility...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-06-2018, 01:51 PM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By finch1750

I've had the Fumoto for a couple years. Just get...

I've had the Fumoto for a couple years. Just get the one with no nipple or the short nipple.

Mine has even take a hit from a decent piece of debris (it dented the metal skid plate) and still no...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-06-2018, 09:19 AM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By Trueweltall

I've had a Fumoto valve on my BRZ for almost 3...

I've had a Fumoto valve on my BRZ for almost 3 years now, no issues.

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-05-2018, 11:46 AM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By KMA KiCKz

I too have a Fumoto valve with the little clip to...

I too have a Fumoto valve with the little clip to also give me reassurance that it won't open on its own.

Had it for about a year and a half with no issues so far.

I'm on coilovers with a mild...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-05-2018, 11:41 AM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By Spuds

I also have a Fumoto. If you go with that, make...

I also have a Fumoto. If you go with that, make sure you get the part with the shorter nipple.

No leaks for me, and I remember laughing maniacally at how easy it makes oil changes the first time...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

08-05-2018, 11:04 AM

Replies: 19

Oil drain valve recs

Views: 4,264

Posted By bcj

Fumoto here. Changed the oil again last week. ...

Fumoto here.
Changed the oil again last week.
No leaks. It's above the under fairing.
Can drain directly into old empty 1gal jugs. No oil drainpan cleanup.

Shweet!

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