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Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-16-2024, 04:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,385
Posted By OldBiker
Apparently Nissan sells even fewer Z's.... I do...

Apparently Nissan sells even fewer Z's.... I do see a few BRZ/GR around my area (SoCal) but I have never ever seen a Z! (Not complaining mind you, ugly face :-)
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 05-05-2024, 06:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,274
Posted By OldBiker
I hear you Overdrive... Must have had about 20...

I hear you Overdrive... Must have had about 20 flats in my lifetime, all were nails/screws that could be pulled and plugged. The only side-wall puncture I saw was done to someone else with a knife...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-02-2024, 04:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,385
Posted By OldBiker
Just 178 sales (BRZ, not 86) in April... from...

Just 178 sales (BRZ, not 86) in April... from roughly 500 April of last year! AutoTrader shows 69 Man and 0 Auto sitting in dealers, perhaps some are customer orders/sold already. But these numbers...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-01-2024, 12:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By OldBiker
I was going to tattoo "Gucci" on the back of my...

I was going to tattoo "Gucci" on the back of my bald head... but "STI" is much cooler :-)
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-30-2024, 08:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,101
Posted By OldBiker
PS: I bought some anti-glare film for my...

PS: I bought some anti-glare film for my side-view mirrors. BIG difference!


AntiGlareCustoms on Etsy sells the pre-cut KDX tint kits for around $20. (Do order his little squeegee if you get...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-16-2024, 02:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,101
Posted By OldBiker
Wish we had auto-dimming side mirrors... ooh, the...

Wish we had auto-dimming side mirrors... ooh, the glare!
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-14-2024, 03:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,274
Posted By OldBiker
Perhaps a little off-topic... I think a plug-kit...

Perhaps a little off-topic... I think a plug-kit + pump + jack/wrench is the best combo for these cars. Just remove the tire, plug it, inflate, then re-mount. Easy peasy. (And there appears to be...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 04-06-2024, 08:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,155
Posted By OldBiker
AutoTrader seems to list a number of new blue BRZ...

AutoTrader seems to list a number of new blue BRZ in your general area... but none with AT. Tough to get an AT in a car known for its MT. (Funny, when I was looking in late '22, the dealer was...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-15-2024, 06:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,356
Posted By OldBiker
Oil Pressure Drop

Latest from 900BRZ:

https://youtu.be/Pvgg7dl-I5I?si=1-mmE6sFwRsn3CWC

Yeah!! So the best solution: large capacity oil plan + integrated baffle. Excellent video to go along with it, explaining...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-03-2024, 08:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,885
Posted By OldBiker
I have done quite a few things in life where the...

I have done quite a few things in life where the conclusion after a few months was "why the hell did I do that?". May I suggest you learn from my mistakes and leave your muffler alone... Your...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 02-18-2024, 02:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,998
Posted By OldBiker
"I Bought A New Subaru BRZ And Immediately Took...

"I Bought A New Subaru BRZ And Immediately Took It To Laguna Seca"


https://www.motor1.com/features/708888/subaru-brz-project-intro/
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 02-04-2024, 08:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,998
Posted By OldBiker
Chris Harris really (and I mean really really)...

Chris Harris really (and I mean really really) likes the GR86:


https://youtu.be/2E6xasuPiYY?si=bF7sXCuAjPV5HOTd


Dollar Store Porsche GT3 Touring!
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-19-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,624
Posted By OldBiker
I can't wait!! Looks like @900BRZ...

I can't wait!! Looks like @900BRZ (https://www.ft86club.com/forums/member.php?u=270409) has had quite an adventure... replaced an engine too. It is hard to get proper attention when our numbers are...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 01-12-2024, 03:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,476
Posted By OldBiker
I just saw this.... and have to ask WHY? Why...

I just saw this.... and have to ask WHY? Why would you want to make one of these electric? Reminds me of the guy who forked his tongue and tattooed his face green to look like a reptile.... sigh.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-31-2023, 05:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,998
Posted By OldBiker
Are you basing the 240-245 (flywheel) number on...

Are you basing the 240-245 (flywheel) number on what various folks were measuring at the wheels? I was thinking the same myself, but wasn't sure if the quoted wheel dynos were calibrated... and why...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-29-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,998
Posted By OldBiker
Steering!

From Car and Driver: https://www.caranddriver.com/features/g46012242/10-best-vehicle-components-2023/


"Supercar maker McLaren sticks with electrohydraulic power steering to maximize feedback...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-25-2023, 04:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,623
Posted By OldBiker
You mean HKS? But how does a longer stroke make...

You mean HKS? But how does a longer stroke make the engine more reliable when it has lubrication problems (we think)... and so far there has not been a definitive diagnosis of the problem(s)?

...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-20-2023, 06:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,623
Posted By OldBiker
The blue stripe on the tS seats will be slower...

The blue stripe on the tS seats will be slower than the red ones on the Limited :-) All kidding aside, I would definitely stick with the two lower trim levels... save the $$ for your own stuff (or a...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-11-2023, 03:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,189
Posted By OldBiker
The dealer will buy from you, make a good profit,...

The dealer will buy from you, make a good profit, and sell it on. So yes, they want to make about 5K on the car... has to pay for their building, overhead, etc. Much better off to sell it yourself....
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-15-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,470
Posted By OldBiker
I suspect the Toyota and Subaru versions have...

I suspect the Toyota and Subaru versions have slightly different throttle maps. My 23 BRZ is pretty linear, just not "responsive" :-)
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-12-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,470
Posted By OldBiker
More power is always nice... but my annoyance is...

More power is always nice... but my annoyance is with the rev hang and sluggish (digital, I assume) sampling of the gas pedal. Also wondering how your system plays with draconian CA smog...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-24-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,209
Posted By OldBiker
To continue the V8 vs V12 nonsense: In my (going...

To continue the V8 vs V12 nonsense: In my (going senile) opinion... what we need is a slightly larger flat 4, with slightly higher revs, race-ready oiling, no RTV buggers, and about 300hp for this...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-23-2023, 07:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,209
Posted By OldBiker
Is 2021 Japanese for 2024?

Is 2021 Japanese for 2024?
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 09-22-2023, 10:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,692
Posted By OldBiker
MarioS2062 wrote in response to BRZ900's original...

MarioS2062 wrote in response to BRZ900's original YouTube video entitles "BRZ/GR86 FA24 Oil Pressure Loss Demonstration":

"Toyota GR Cup car mechanic here. We had 3 motors blow up on us at COTA...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-22-2023, 10:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,537
Posted By OldBiker
Will it come with globs of matching red RTV...

Will it come with globs of matching red RTV getting sucked into the engine? :-)

Big Brembos have to be red... gold just doesn't do it for me. But I do like the red seatbacks.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-12-2023, 03:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,385
Posted By OldBiker
The year keeps changing... 2023 will soon become...

The year keeps changing... 2023 will soon become 2024! I keep having birthdays.... sigh.

So is the guy over-squeezing the caulk gun on the oil pans holding up production... or is it something...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-11-2023, 05:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,385
Posted By OldBiker
Just 300 a month!!

Latest numbers I saw said <300 BRZ were sold last month... are they still limited on production or are these sitting in showrooms? I know its time for a model year switch, but these numbers do not...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 09-05-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,083
Posted By OldBiker
Accusump as dampener? So the 2-qt reservoir is...

Accusump as dampener? So the 2-qt reservoir is essentially empty when the engine is off.... loads up at start with oil pressure building, and dumps when pressure goes below its threshold? Am I...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 09-03-2023, 02:19 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,083
Posted By OldBiker
Any theories as to what is causing the pressure...

Any theories as to what is causing the pressure drop? The pickup is starved of oil, the pump loses prime, etc? If so, where is the oil during the right turn?

PS: Nice video and thanks for doing...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 08-16-2023, 03:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,176
Posted By OldBiker
Nice review in Top Gear

https://www.topgear.com/long-term-car-reviews/toyota/gr86/gr86/report-3


I really enjoyed that one... ok it is the GR... but I have a BRZ so I am posting it here :-)

(They had to buy theirs...
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