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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-03-2019, 12:32 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 58,563
Posted By guybo
I found the problem. The garage that installed...

I found the problem. The garage that installed the header pinched the rear o2 sensor wiring and the wires crossed. I found it while looking around, but the light had to be just right to see it
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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-11-2019, 06:21 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 18,600
Posted By guybo
I loved mine when I test drove it. All the mods...

I loved mine when I test drove it. All the mods I have done just made me love it more. Do not get this car, if you have to mod it to like it, you'll never like it at all.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-31-2019, 03:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,110
Posted By guybo
oil temp has to go above 100C to boil off water...

oil temp has to go above 100C to boil off water contamination in the crankcase. Condensation happens when the engine cools down and it's a byproduct of compbustion. If the oil can't heat up and...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-14-2019, 03:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,911
Posted By guybo
Click click. Battery tested good. Remove...

Click click. Battery tested good.

Remove both battery cables and wire brush them. Same with terminals. Try to start again.

If it still doesn't start, have someone tap the starter with a...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-12-2019, 04:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,524
Posted By guybo
You need to test how the fuel system is holding...

You need to test how the fuel system is holding pressure over night. I don't know specifically with this car, Ultramaroon is usually the go-to tech guy here. But most cars have a check valve so...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-08-2019, 01:35 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 16,442
Posted By guybo
It makes sense more FRSes have this issue than...

It makes sense more FRSes have this issue than BRZes... A shit ton more FRSes were sold and are out there. Almost 3:1

I'm nervous though. My engine was replaced (not a used engine, a new long...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 02-13-2019, 08:30 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,478
Posted By guybo
I used to work for AAA and a lot of it was ...

I used to work for AAA and a lot of it was changing tires. Get closed lug nuts. Keep the OEM lug nuts if you can, they are always better. Do not get capped lug nuts, get 1 piece because a lug nut...
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-12-2019, 12:49 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 17,432
Posted By guybo
I think there are more DIYers in here than the OP...

I think there are more DIYers in here than the OP thinks. The car is easy to work on.

I've done everything to my car myself except weld in the AFR O2 sensor bung. In my apt parking lot, or a...
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-09-2019, 04:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,957
Posted By guybo
16:1 CR, 12k RPM, over 1,000 HP. LOL even when...

16:1 CR, 12k RPM, over 1,000 HP. LOL even when (or if) this thing is actually built (the site says it's 90% developed) that is a race engine only. no way you could street that. t'll take race fuel...
Forum: Software Tuning 02-09-2019, 04:06 AM
Replies: 661
Views: 197,463
Posted By guybo
AC shut off at WOT works like normal.

AC shut off at WOT works like normal.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-31-2019, 08:03 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 41,418
Posted By guybo
I still use 93, but my driving habits have...

I still use 93, but my driving habits have changed and so has my MPG! I manually calculate MPG, I don't look at the MPG meter in the gauges display.

I used to do mostly highway, and when my car...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-29-2019, 03:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,331
Posted By guybo
There's only one correct answer. If you boost it...

There's only one correct answer. If you boost it and you throw a rod (happened to a friend if mine on only 8psi) can you afford around $11,000 to replace the engine? When I hydrolocked mine, the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-14-2019, 04:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,331
Posted By guybo
A voltmeter will show voltage, but you need to...

A voltmeter will show voltage, but you need to see ripple, loaded voltage and amperage too. He needs a real tester, not a voltmeter.
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 01-11-2019, 11:00 AM
Replies: 399
Views: 78,417
Posted By guybo
I just test drove a Corolla Hatchback XSE

I got a coupon for $20 synthetic oil change at a local dealership so I jumped on it. I can't do my own oil change that cheap! They offered a $50 gift card if I do a test drive, so I figured I'd...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-03-2019, 12:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,276
Posted By guybo
The OP soon will discover that the car's grip is...

The OP soon will discover that the car's grip is more limited by the patch of sand he didn't see than by the tires he bought. Good luck!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-19-2018, 05:34 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,850
Posted By guybo
12.5:1 compression ratio... so yeah, gas does...

12.5:1 compression ratio... so yeah, gas does actually make a difference.

It really depends on your area. If you go to a low volume crappy station that isn't maintained well but carries the best...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-04-2018, 10:26 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,273
Posted By guybo
Start an insurance claim

Start an insurance claim
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 10-26-2018, 07:38 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 25,068
Posted By guybo
The 0w-20 is recommended in large part because...

The 0w-20 is recommended in large part because the AVCS uses the oil to do its thing. There are very fine tolerances involved and the thinner oil is designed with that system in mind. All vehicles...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-04-2018, 08:44 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 30,933
Posted By guybo
I don't hear or see anything wrong in that video....

I don't hear or see anything wrong in that video. I guess you can feel grinding better than see/hear it, but that video shows a perfectly fine shifting car. :iono:
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-29-2018, 09:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,399
Posted By guybo
Who cares if your speedo lags a little? You...

Who cares if your speedo lags a little? You realize you bought one of the least expensive RWD sports cars in the world right?

And don't donk your 86
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-29-2018, 08:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,286
Posted By guybo
At a gas station, next to the air pump, pull the...

At a gas station, next to the air pump, pull the nail out and see if it leaks air (spit on it). If not, it didn't penetrate you're good to go. If it does leak air, use the tire plug kit you have on...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 09-16-2018, 11:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,537
Posted By guybo
1. The shifter rattles above 4k rpms. I think...

1. The shifter rattles above 4k rpms. I think it's worth mentioning that they have replaced the clutch at the dealership about 7000 kilometers ago.

Mine makes a wierd rattle noise too. Very low,...
Forum: Forced Induction 09-07-2018, 03:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,805
Posted By guybo
If you want to try something that is less...

If you want to try something that is less expansive than getting a whole new exhaust, talk to a local exhaust shop and see if they can fab a custom helmholtz chamber for you. Look around online you...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-01-2018, 11:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,684
Posted By guybo
We've all heard of butt dyno for engine changes,...

We've all heard of butt dyno for engine changes, now we have boob dyno for for suspension changes? :needpics: AND VIDEO or I ain't buyin' it!
Forum: Software Tuning 08-28-2018, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,794
Posted By guybo
The STFT were compensating and your total trims...

The STFT were compensating and your total trims were on point. I think it was just the heat. Increase your trigger point

You don't even have to monitor any of this, you're just panicking...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-09-2018, 07:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,207
Posted By guybo
just get the Perrin silicone intake tube or a...

just get the Perrin silicone intake tube or a whole intake kit and replace that whole assembly.
Forum: Software Tuning 07-14-2018, 07:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,887
Posted By guybo
OP needs to do a little more reading- it's all on...

OP needs to do a little more reading- it's all on this forum. The car still needs the rear of sensor, reinstall it. Tune to get rid of the p0420. Don't listen to what some dude said and don't...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-14-2018, 08:17 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,945
Posted By guybo
For temp I just use Torque Pro and add the oil...

For temp I just use Torque Pro and add the oil temp PID
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-13-2018, 01:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,650
Posted By guybo
Someone on FB posted about a similar issue. The...

Someone on FB posted about a similar issue. The exhaust rattle was being registered by the knock sensors as a knock and lowered his IAM in a certain RPM range. The shop may have fixed the rattle...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-13-2018, 09:56 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 13,708
Posted By guybo
I plan to keep mine until 200k miles, then...

I plan to keep mine until 200k miles, then evaluate if it makes sense to shoehorn another engine in it. I hydrolocked the first engine and I'm getting a crate engine to replace it, so I get a reset...
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