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Bg8780 09-01-2013 02:20 PM

Trusted shop in GA for DI issue
 
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BRZnut 09-01-2013 02:49 PM

Can't help you with a shop but my advice is to go to the dealer first and take your chances.

SpectreRT 09-01-2013 03:20 PM

I had a lot of work done on my Mustang at Mo's Speedshop, which is believe is run by some of the guys from the former MPH performance shop.

Not sure what they know about the BRZ / FRS, but maybe its a starting point?

http://www.mosspeedshop.com/forum/

Good luck. I agree with BRZnut. I'd start at the dealer... worst they can do is tell you no.

evox2frs 09-01-2013 03:43 PM

I'd take it to Topspeed. They have their own BRZ shop car, and have been in the Subaru game for quite a while. I've had nothing but good experiences with them.

Bg8780 09-01-2013 08:35 PM

Already talked to the dealer. They won't do shit unless I can replicate the pop or if there is a CEL. All I could have them do is document that I called about the issue so at least when she's explodes there is evidence that I already told them what was going to happen.

Thanks evo! I'll do a Google search.

DoomsdayJesus 09-03-2013 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Bg8780 (Post 1183003)
Already talked to the dealer. They won't do shit unless I can replicate the pop or if there is a CEL. All I could have them do is document that I called about the issue so at least when she's explodes there is evidence that I already told them what was going to happen.

Thanks evo! I'll do a Google search.

If you're running stock and they can't deny claims just run it 'til it blows and get a new engine. It's their own damn fault. Subaru dealer's been blowing me off after I take time and waste a day taking my outback into the shop saying they can't replicate problems I've been having, so I've started filming it with my phone, making sure noises/problems are audible, and showing it to them at the dealer. Then they really can't argue with me. It also helps to talk to someone at the dealer who knows what they're doing, a lot of the older guys at my local dealer blew off my wife when she took it in (really ticked me off), but one of the younger guys who has a WRX took care of me. A sympathetic ear always helps.

Bg8780 09-04-2013 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by DoomsdayJesus (Post 1186065)
If you're running stock and they can't deny claims just run it 'til it blows and get a new engine. It's their own damn fault. Subaru dealer's been blowing me off after I take time and waste a day taking my outback into the shop saying they can't replicate problems I've been having, so I've started filming it with my phone, making sure noises/problems are audible, and showing it to them at the dealer. Then they really can't argue with me. It also helps to talk to someone at the dealer who knows what they're doing, a lot of the older guys at my local dealer blew off my wife when she took it in (really ticked me off), but one of the younger guys who has a WRX took care of me. A sympathetic ear always helps.

It's such a shame we have to work so hard to tell Subaru and their dealers that there is an issue. My car is not stock though, I could flash back to stock but I'm sure SOA would be able to tell the ECU has been flashed. As soon as I start to have a rough idle, which is the next symptom of the DI issue I'll take it back to them. No way they can deny that when it's happening right in front of their face.

zc06_kisstherain 09-04-2013 11:39 AM

I would take it in to dealer first as others said but i completely agree with OP that there is high chances they won't do shit. also, OP cannot risk running a car that could be damaged and won't get covered under warranty.

DoomsdayJesus 09-04-2013 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Bg8780 (Post 1187932)
It's such a shame we have to work so hard to tell Subaru and their dealers that there is an issue ...

Honestly if I flashed my ECU and had subsequent problems I'd cover my tracks and delete any reference to mods on this forum. I know we're paranoid about them doing forensic work to determine if someone re-flashed or whatever, but honestly I think it's unlikely, and you're more likely to out yourself here than by re-flashing your ECU.

If anyone's actually had them determine they'd flashed back to the original ECU please post it. At this point I really think it's speculation.

Bg8780 09-04-2013 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by zc06_kisstherain (Post 1187949)
I would take it in to dealer first as others said but i completely agree with OP that there is high chances they won't do shit. also, OP cannot risk running a car that could be damaged and won't get covered under warranty.

Exactly, can't risk Subaru being ****s about this when the engine 'nades. New injectors install is cheaper than a new engine.

aCab 10-06-2013 08:21 PM

Call Nalley Toyota of Roswell and ask for Austin (service writer).

MeFryRice 10-06-2013 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by aCab (Post 1254651)
Call Nalley Toyota of Roswell and ask for Austin (service writer).

You took that position?

OP - What Subaru dealership did you take it to?

ZionsWrath 10-06-2013 09:57 PM

Just do a bunch of 3 -> 4 gear pulls? Or at least that's what I read on here will accelerate any DI failure.

aCab 10-06-2013 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MeFryRice (Post 1254824)
You took that position?

OP - What Subaru dealership did you take it to?

Naw, another Austin lol. I'm still looking for something.


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