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Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-05-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,698
Posted By Mcgiiver
Fully agree, I would rather a rectangular storage...

Fully agree, I would rather a rectangular storage space than the useless cup holders.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-23-2024, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,070
Posted By Mcgiiver
If you have 2 1/2 qts in there, and it still did...

If you have 2 1/2 qts in there, and it still did not overflow, don't worry about it, you are close enough. There is a good possibility that if you added just 1/8 ounce more, you would get the...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-19-2024, 06:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,130
Posted By Mcgiiver
Mice

Get some cheap dollar store peppermint or cinnamon mouthwash and pour it all over the tires where mice would climb in, dump some down the heater air intake. The mice hate those scents. They used to...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 07-22-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,503
Posted By Mcgiiver
I am with you on the distraction of the...

I am with you on the distraction of the Infotainment screens. I wonder how many deaths and injuries have resulted from their distraction.


I do believe the Eye sight on Manual cars will be a good...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-29-2023, 07:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 639
Posted By Mcgiiver
How do maintenance reminders work?

My car has 2700 miles on it. I changed the oil at 170 miles and at 658 miles. I want my next change to be at 4000 miles. So I go to the maintenance screen and set the oil change reminder to 1300...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-09-2023, 06:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,443
Posted By Mcgiiver
My dealer said they would try, but not sure if...

My dealer said they would try, but not sure if they could do it. That "trial/education" process would cost me $175 to start.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 05-09-2023, 05:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,761
Posted By Mcgiiver
A regular bolt and some large washers will hold...

A regular bolt and some large washers will hold the spare in place. I think it's an M8 bolt.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-07-2023, 04:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,091
Posted By Mcgiiver
Adding a donut spare tire brings the weight...

Adding a donut spare tire brings the weight distribution closer to 50/50.
Forum: NY / NJ / CT / PA 01-20-2023, 01:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 603
Posted By Mcgiiver
FS: Steel Wheels 17"

Four black steel wheels, used for winter tires on our 2014 Legacy. Got a new Legacy and the wheels do not fit. The wheels will work on a BRZ or GR86. They are 17" x 6.5"J, 56.1 mm bore , 5 x 100mm...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-03-2023, 05:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,911
Posted By Mcgiiver
Yes, I saw it varying while cruising, that is...

Yes, I saw it varying while cruising, that is what scared me.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-03-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,911
Posted By Mcgiiver
Is alternator output load dependant ???

As I was driving around town, I noticed the voltmeter reading on the dash, is swinging between, 12.4 volts and 14.3 volts. Seems strange as I am used to voltage staying constant all the time around...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-29-2022, 03:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,080
Posted By Mcgiiver
Well short of having a transducer installed, how...

Well short of having a transducer installed, how does the car know when the lap begins. Its a simple one push of a button to save the lap time.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-29-2022, 02:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,080
Posted By Mcgiiver
On the BRZ, the cold engine light shuts off very...

On the BRZ, the cold engine light shuts off very early,no where near normal operating temp. Then the oil temp requires at least 5 miles driving to reach 190.
Forum: Wheels and Tires 12-14-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,294
Posted By Mcgiiver
FS: 17" Steel Wheels

SOLD: Four black steel wheels, used for winter tires on our 2014 Legacy. Got a new Legacy and the wheels do not fit. The wheels will work on a BRZ or GR86. They are 17" x 6.5"J, 56.1 mm bore , 5 x...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-25-2022, 12:30 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
Update. Subaru of America got back to me and said...

Update. Subaru of America got back to me and said they don't know what the viscosity at operating temperature of the trans oil should be. They suggested I talk to the dealer. Great, that instills a...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-25-2022, 12:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
Wrong, 75W tells you the viscosity at cold temps,...

Wrong, 75W tells you the viscosity at cold temps, not operating temperature.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-18-2022, 10:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,463
Posted By Mcgiiver
Same exact for me.

Same exact for me.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-17-2022, 10:30 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
Not exactly. The number before the W is the...

Not exactly. The number before the W is the viscosity at low temperature, the number after the W is the viscosity at normal operating temperature. The second number is not an indicator of the level...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-16-2022, 10:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
I was at a Volvo Service Dept one time and on...

I was at a Volvo Service Dept one time and on their services pricing sign on the wall it said "Exhaust Service $95" , not sure what an exhaust service is, maybe cleaning soot off the tailpipe.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-16-2022, 10:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,094
Posted By Mcgiiver
[QUOTE=Decep;3550416]Usually helps if before you...

[QUOTE=Decep;3550416]Usually helps if before you take off, work the stick (pause) through all the gears a few times at a standstill. Also it sounds counter intuitive but when it's cold its better to...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-16-2022, 10:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
The spec in the owners manual says 75w LV, that...

The spec in the owners manual says 75w LV, that tells you nothing about the viscosity at operating temperature, so I sent the following to Subaru on Sept 30 and have yet to get a reply. I did get a...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 10-13-2022, 01:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 941
Posted By Mcgiiver
Comfort Mods

My BRZ is my daily driver in addition to my fun car. So I wanted it comfortable when I am cruising not thrashing it. Make a few comfort mods.


Angle of the dead pedal was too steep for...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-01-2022, 05:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,040
Posted By Mcgiiver
After upshifting you have to give it some...

After upshifting you have to give it some throttle as you let out the clutch.[/QUOTE]
Adding throttle during upshifts is a sure way to signal everyone that a novice is driving. No throttle is...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-25-2022, 05:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,213
Posted By Mcgiiver
Same idea

I was just thinking the same thing. However, would the exhaust pipes still be in the way of the new access port? Would still need to remove the floor pan or cut an access port in that?
Forum: Miscellaneous 09-23-2022, 09:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 886
Posted By Mcgiiver
FS Subaru Jacket, size M

SOLD< Brand new Subaru BRZ logo jacket, mid weight jacket, I ordered the jacket from eBay and got the wrong size, this one is medium, chest size 40-42”, very attractive jacket, satin lining,...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-19-2021, 10:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
Ciocca

I can't even get them to call me back..
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-18-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,394
Posted By Mcgiiver
LPS3 is basically the same as CRC Heavy Duty...

LPS3 is basically the same as CRC Heavy Duty Marine Corrosion Inhibitor, but the CRC is cheaper.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-17-2021, 04:58 PM
Replies: 1,524
Views: 221,674
Posted By Mcgiiver
Superior Subaru in Houston, TX just told me that...

Superior Subaru in Houston, TX just told me that pre-orders on the BRZ has been closed.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-17-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,361
Posted By Mcgiiver
Wearing out clutch

Starting in 2nd is not likely the cause of your issue, but you are definitely wearing out your clutch disc prematurely .
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 12-16-2021, 07:01 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 9,203
Posted By Mcgiiver
Where ?

What dealership in PA?
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