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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-15-2024, 02:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,967
Posted By vfrqqq
Smile The engine replacement is all finish and my BRZ...

The engine replacement is all finish and my BRZ lives to see another day! I think I got lucky mating the engine to the transmission as it only took about 30 minutes of orienting the engine and...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-28-2023, 01:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,967
Posted By vfrqqq
Thank you everyone for the helpful feedback. I've...

Thank you everyone for the helpful feedback. I've decided to move forward with replacing the engine and, as a matter of giving back to the community, I'll try to document what I did and post up about...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 10-02-2022, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,445
Posted By vfrqqq
Arrow SOLD

I am selling a used Mishimoto catch can. Included in this purchase with the catch can is extra hosing that came with the original purchase and a hose clamp. SOLD.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 09-11-2022, 09:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,379
Posted By vfrqqq
For anyone interested in the free offer from...

For anyone interested in the free offer from Jamestl, please keep in mind that it is completely separate from this sale and would need to be coordinated with Jamestl outside of this sale accordingly.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 08-24-2022, 02:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,379
Posted By vfrqqq
I really apologize as I didn't mean to falsely...

I really apologize as I didn't mean to falsely advertise. This was a mistake on my part as I was thinking about it incorrectly and forgetting that the CARB tune I purchased is obviously not...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 08-10-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,379
Posted By vfrqqq
SOLD

SOLD
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 08-09-2022, 09:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 437
Posted By vfrqqq
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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 08-09-2022, 09:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 437
Posted By vfrqqq
Sold.

Sold.
Forum: Transmission and Driveline 08-06-2022, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,425
Posted By vfrqqq
Exclamation SOLD

I am selling an OS Giken, machined, 24-tooth clutch alignment tool that has only been used once.

SOLD
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-11-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,495
Posted By vfrqqq
Thanks all, this is a huge help and is why I...

Thanks all, this is a huge help and is why I appreciate this community so much. I still need to disassemble and remove the blown engine, but so far it is looking like I could probably reuse the...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-27-2021, 11:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,594
Posted By vfrqqq
Versus. Done.

Versus. Done.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-23-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,428
Posted By vfrqqq
If you’re planning to keep the car for any...

If you’re planning to keep the car for any significant period of time after you change the clutch, definitely upgrade your clutch fork. This is what happened to mine (scroll almost to the bottom)....
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2021, 07:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 50,026
Posted By vfrqqq
Clutch: South Bend Stage 2 Daily SC/T/NA: SC +...

Clutch: South Bend Stage 2 Daily
SC/T/NA: SC + E85
MI/KM: ~500 miles
Power/TQ: Never measured, but I suspect I'm around 300 hp at the crank and who knows what the torque is.
Lockout: None...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2021, 06:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,708
Posted By vfrqqq
I had this same thing happen the first time I...

I had this same thing happen the first time I reinstalled my trans and shifter. The problem for me was an ill-adjusted lock-out plate. It "felt" like I was shifting into first, but in reality I was...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-17-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 220,034
Posted By vfrqqq
There are a couple things I would note for anyone...

There are a couple things I would note for anyone who takes on doing their own work on their transmission and that I don't think are really talked about on this thread (or maybe I missed it or it...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-17-2021, 11:55 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 220,034
Posted By vfrqqq
I didn't talk to the machine shop about my issue...

I didn't talk to the machine shop about my issue yet, but am going to since the resurfacing cost me $75 (i.e., more than half the cost of a replacement Exedy OEM flywheel). When I picked up the...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-12-2021, 04:10 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 220,034
Posted By vfrqqq
Just got the transmission back on for the second...

Just got the transmission back on for the second time after replacing the flywheel and the vibration is no more! So happy. I was fully prepared to have to either just deal with the problem or take...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-08-2021, 04:04 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 220,034
Posted By vfrqqq
Lol I guess this answers my question, or at least...

Lol I guess this answers my question, or at least confirms that the service manual includes the necessary steps.

202921
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-05-2021, 06:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,227
Posted By vfrqqq
Sorry. I was trying not to be too critical.

Sorry. I was trying not to be too critical.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-24-2021, 07:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,033
Posted By vfrqqq
So I final got around to dropping the...

So I final got around to dropping the transmission and this is what my clutch release fork looked like. I'm surprised it lasted for even a day with little driving considering I almost adjusted the...
Forum: Forced Induction 07-05-2019, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6,004
Views: 2,052,510
Posted By vfrqqq
Thanks for sharing your experience. I've...

Thanks for sharing your experience. I've suspected that the behavior I was experiencing is due to the recirculation valve, whether it is faulty or not, and I'm fine with it being that way to...
Forum: Forced Induction 06-06-2019, 10:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,003
Posted By vfrqqq
Thanks for that. Just cleaned my MAF this...

Thanks for that. Just cleaned my MAF this afternoon, cleared my codes and, things seem to be working correctly again. I did check the evap hoses under the intake manifold and, while the are movable...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 12-17-2018, 12:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,216
Posted By vfrqqq
I would be happy to only sell the compressor and...

I would be happy to only sell the compressor and the two-stage switch.
Forum: Forced Induction 11-14-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,412,747
Posted By vfrqqq
Thanks. It's utterly heartbreaking to think I...

Thanks. It's utterly heartbreaking to think I irreparably damaged my ESC with such a simple/silly mistake and I have such a hard time just giving up on it given how awesome the system is; however, I...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-12-2018, 10:44 AM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,412,747
Posted By vfrqqq
Thanks Target70. I'll report back after I power...

Thanks Target70. I'll report back after I power it up. Hopefully that will provide some additional helpful information.

I'm definitely not looking forward to taking apart the electronics. ...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-08-2018, 05:44 PM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,412,747
Posted By vfrqqq
I'll take some pics and post them soon for anyone...

I'll take some pics and post them soon for anyone who is interested.
Forum: Forced Induction 12-20-2016, 06:40 AM
Replies: 1,206
Views: 358,340
Posted By vfrqqq
UPDATE: No problems to date! The red RVT sealant...

UPDATE: No problems to date! The red RVT sealant is holding fast under normal use.
Forum: Forced Induction 11-26-2016, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1,206
Views: 358,340
Posted By vfrqqq
These are the steps I took to disassemble my...

These are the steps I took to disassemble my compressor unit and apply some liquid silicone sealant to keep the motor plate from twisting with respect to the compressor housing. I don’t know how...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-24-2016, 10:06 AM
Replies: 1,206
Views: 358,340
Posted By vfrqqq
I contacted Rob and, outside of shipping the...

I contacted Rob and, outside of shipping the compressor back to him to have him install a thicker snap ring, he recommended removing the snap ring, separating the motor from the compressor housing,...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-22-2016, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1,206
Views: 358,340
Posted By vfrqqq
Exclamation compressor motor is turned easily by hand

So I opened my hood this evening to find that the three power cables connecting the compressor motor to the controller were completely twisted up. Upon further inspection I found that the DC motor...
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