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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-09-2020, 07:34 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,683
Posted By humfrz
That reminds me of one winter day, back in...

That reminds me of one winter day, back in Connecticut, when I got up that Saturday morning my thermometer read 18 degrees F below zero. I tried to start my MG, which was garaged, no start. I tried...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 03-26-2020, 01:29 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 20,396
Posted By Sasquachulator
You sell the 86 in order to afford the one oil...

You sell the 86 in order to afford the one oil change on your koneigssigsigsgisgisgisgisisigsiggggggg
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-20-2020, 05:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,758
Posted By strapped
Thank you guys for the reply, everything was plug...

Thank you guys for the reply, everything was plug and play from 2013 & 2016 fa20's motor swap went perfectly!
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-07-2020, 04:12 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 17,542
Posted By Irace86.2.0
https://images.complex.com/complex/image/upload/t_...

https://images.complex.com/complex/image/upload/t_in_content_image/krrikx5n80bdjfuwgpev.gif
Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 02-07-2020, 12:12 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 17,542
Posted By mav1178
The point I'm making is that individual needs for...

The point I'm making is that individual needs for vehicles and capability vary greatly between the UK and Australia. What works for them doesn't mean it will work for you.

Your point about unpaved...
Forum: Engine Swaps 01-27-2020, 04:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,941
Posted By botbs
HKS Complete Engine - Tokyo Auto Salon 2020

https://www.hks-power.co.jp/event/tas2020/product/engine/images/EG_fa20_01.jpg

Do want but pretty pricey
STEP1（230万円）
STEP2（330万円）
STEP3（予価426万円）
...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-26-2020, 01:18 AM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By Ultramaroon
The springs that were going to break already did...

The springs that were going to break already did long before the recall was issued. This is part of my disappointment in the corporate decision. The failure data clearly supported the already...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-22-2020, 09:48 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 70,271
Posted By Tcoat
+ more emissions. The vast majority of...

+ more emissions.


The vast majority of the first world nations (especially the USA and Europe) really REALLY frown on increasing emissions and reducing mileage from current or new model cars....
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-30-2019, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By Snow27
I understand what you're saying, but from a...

I understand what you're saying, but from a consumer perspective, neither dealers nor Subaru are taking any responsibility and the issue isn't being addressed. This would be a whole lot less of an...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-11-2019, 09:00 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,882
Posted By ApoNono
Back in the club

Ended up having to part with my 2013 FRS back in 2015. I’m happy to say I am back in the family with a 2019 86 TRD Special Edition!
Forum: CANADA 11-25-2019, 03:37 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 23,205
Posted By RickyRacer
Car is at almost 200k.. a 2013 purchased in...

Car is at almost 200k.. a 2013 purchased in 12'.... no way in HELL i am doing this recall
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 11-14-2019, 06:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,806
Posted By BirdTRD
Also make sure you also check the 2 in the fuse...

Also make sure you also check the 2 in the fuse block assembly at the + battery post.
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 11-02-2019, 11:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,548
Posted By Ultramaroon
I've commented on this a few times. There's...

I've commented on this a few times. There's statistically a near zero chance that any springs remaining in service will ever fail. Those that were going to, already did a long time ago.


I...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-11-2019, 06:44 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 218,071
Posted By humfrz
That's my stance. :iono: humfrz

That's my stance.

:iono:


humfrz
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-11-2019, 06:06 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 218,071
Posted By Ingen
jesus. How many people have actually had the...

jesus. How many people have actually had the valve spring fail? it almost seems smarter to skip this recall?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-12-2019, 10:41 AM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,234,913
Posted By humfrz
:slap: suzyj - what the hell is wrong you...

:slap:

suzyj - what the hell is wrong you folks from Australia today (or tomorrow or was it yesterday?).


humfrz
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-12-2019, 02:14 AM
Replies: 24,605
Views: 7,234,913
Posted By suzyj
I dumped the oil out for the 22,500km oil change....

I dumped the oil out for the 22,500km oil change. I lifted the pan so it was just under the sump plug this time, so didn’t spill a drop.

Then, while waiting for the sump to drain, I realised I’ve...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-03-2019, 06:25 AM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By sneaky_pete
Don’t know if this has been discussed, but here...

Don’t know if this has been discussed, but here is another theory on the failures.

I ran into one of my lifelong friends today. He is a mechanic for Toyota, very smart and very good – he was the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-17-2019, 05:45 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 33,866
Posted By Open Loop
I want to append this a little bit: After about...

I want to append this a little bit: After about 50 miles following the recall, I drained the oil (taking the quick-drain plug out to allow for a larger opening) and ran it through a filter and it...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-10-2019, 11:59 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By humfrz
WELCOME to the forum - :clap: I understand...

WELCOME to the forum - :clap:

I understand that about 90 some cases of failed valve springs brought on the recall (90 some out of many, many cars built.)

Yes, several cars have reported failing...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-04-2019, 03:17 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 12,605
Posted By humfrz
Along those lines, when my plugs are due and the...

Along those lines, when my plugs are due and the TOB starts howling, I may have them do the recall work - :iono:


humfrz
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-24-2019, 06:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,251
Posted By Teseo
Some dealers grab whatever they can to deny...

Some dealers grab whatever they can to deny warranties
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-14-2019, 06:33 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By RustyS14
Just got my car back from the valve spring...

Just got my car back from the valve spring recall. I wasn't planning on having it done since I wasn't worried about the stock springs failing (they've survived 100k miles and several track days) but...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-14-2019, 03:02 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By RickyBobby
Numbers we do know from nhtsa.gov:...

Numbers we do know from nhtsa.gov: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V772
In the US the recall affects the 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2013 XV Crosstrek, 2013 Subaru BRZ, and 2013 Toyota Scion...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-14-2019, 11:06 AM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By Tcoat
99.999999999%

99.999999999%
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-14-2019, 10:24 AM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By Teseo
And what % are of those without the recall...

And what % are of those without the recall performed and still driving it without issues?
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-06-2019, 03:01 PM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By maslin
Documents just went from 38 to 46! I’ll get...

Documents just went from 38 to 46! I’ll get through them when I get home, but here they are. Once again, they’re sorted by type and suffix, not necessarily date. They’re so hard to figure out any...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-02-2019, 10:45 AM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By NOHOME
Dealer keeps calling. I keep putting it off. ...

Dealer keeps calling. I keep putting it off.

Curious what has better odds of failing the recall or the fix?
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-29-2019, 05:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,594
Posted By srt4evah
Center for Automotive Safety calls for halt to recall

https://www.thedrive.com/news/27207/center-for-auto-safety-demands-toyota-subaru-stop-recalling-fr-s-brz-after-numerous-problems

Glad I held off.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-24-2019, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1,654
Views: 382,262
Posted By WNDSRFR
Yeah, they changed the oil but not the filter on...

Yeah, they changed the oil but not the filter on mine. I just changed the filter the other day about 800 miles after the recall. I cut the old one in half, stretched out the paper and inspected it...
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