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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-30-2024, 10:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,085
Posted By itsAlex
Update / Solved

Update for everyone:

I used the repair manual to troubleshoot the car, couldn't find any faults. I ended up disassembling the original alternator and used the repair manual to troubleshoot. I...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-24-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,085
Posted By itsAlex
That service manual for the 2016 FR-S was handy,...

That service manual for the 2016 FR-S was handy, thanks for that. It shows how to disassemble and reassemble the alternator and what to probe for inside of the alternator. I'll try it out over the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-23-2024, 12:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,085
Posted By itsAlex
Alternator / Charging Circuit Issue

As the title states, I'm having charging issues and I'm stumped.

I have a 2016 Scion FR-S, 160,000KM. The other day I was driving, I did a medium-hard to pull to 6000rpm and right after the...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-07-2022, 10:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By itsAlex
I haven't had time yet to get underneath the...

I haven't had time yet to get underneath the shift boot, but just a few days ago it was a bit warm outside (10C) and I noticed the issue wasn't as pronounced that day. The temperature has dropped...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-23-2022, 11:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,563
Posted By itsAlex
Sticky Shifter

Just this week I noticed my shifter doesn't always center itself like it used to. If I push it to the left (between 1 and 2), sometimes it just sits there and doesn't return to center. Same thing...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-26-2021, 10:31 AM
Replies: 24,802
Views: 8,328,073
Posted By itsAlex
Installed PLM UEL headers, flashed OFT stage 2+,...

Installed PLM UEL headers, flashed OFT stage 2+, car feels a lot torquier at lower rpms now. 10/10 would do again.

https://streamable.com/fqn23k
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-12-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
Update: got my car back yesterday. Here's a list...

Update: got my car back yesterday. Here's a list of stuff done:

- Used engine put in, has 115,000km on it (came from another 2016 FR-S, don't know if it was an auto or manual)
- New clutch,...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-03-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
Just another update: My Toyota dealership was...

Just another update: My Toyota dealership was able to find a used engine with 114,000km up in Ottawa, they agreed to do the work for $6200 all in. This includes the engine swap, new spark plugs, and...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-03-2021, 10:04 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
Update: I got confirmation from Toyota that I...

Update: I got confirmation from Toyota that I need to replace my engine. They didn't say that it was specifically a spun rod bearing, all I was told was that a master tech diagnosed it and said the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-28-2021, 12:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
I checked my oil today, I didn't see anything in...

I checked my oil today, I didn't see anything in it that stood out. The dip stick indicated it was on the low side however, just a bit over the bottom hole on the stick.

I took two videos today,...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-27-2021, 11:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
This is exactly how I feel about the situation at...

This is exactly how I feel about the situation at the moment. I drove the car very conservatively for the past 5 years I've owned it, occasionally had a bit of fun on snowy days but apart from that,...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-26-2021, 10:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
I think I've already accepted the fact that it's...

I think I've already accepted the fact that it's toast at this point... Now I'm looking around for used FA20s in case I need to source one... Haven't found any :(



I'm pretty sure you can't see...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-26-2021, 10:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
I'll be sure to set aside some of the oil to send...

I'll be sure to set aside some of the oil to send for analysis. If I do find remnants of metal in the oil, I'm screwed right?



Yes, sorry. I meant to say 3900rpm, not 2900. I'm running 91...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-26-2021, 09:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
Here's a video from this morning: ...

Here's a video from this morning:

https://streamable.com/etti5n

I didn't realize how horrible that video was until I just took a look at it, I apologize. I'll try to take another one outdoors...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-26-2021, 12:29 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 15,827
Posted By itsAlex
Spun Rod Bearing?

So today my 86 developed a noise that makes me very worried. It sounds very similar to the noise in this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XOAXFG36BY

The noise is only audible once I rev...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-21-2020, 02:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,276
Posted By itsAlex
Champion 7445 Spark Plugs

I'm about to reach 100,000 km on my 2016 FR-S and I should be replacing the spark plugs soon. After doing some research on the forums, the consensus is to buy spark plugs from the dealer as there...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 04-20-2020, 09:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,073
Posted By itsAlex
I'm in the same boat as you, looking for things...

I'm in the same boat as you, looking for things to do on my 86 while in quarantine. I just bought a new set of Tein Street Basis Z coilovers the other day, waiting for my new brake pads and rotors to...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-13-2020, 12:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 21,749
Posted By itsAlex
Yes, that is correct. This mosfet does the...

Yes, that is correct. This mosfet does the switching for the ground circuit on the dome lights. It doesn't do anything else besides that.



What I meant was, take a look at the wires that are...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-06-2020, 09:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 21,749
Posted By itsAlex
This might sound dumb but are you positive you're...

This might sound dumb but are you positive you're testing with a good bulb?

Also, hopefully it doesn't come to this but it may actually be the harness behind the door panel that has gone bad. I...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-06-2020, 09:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,583
Posted By itsAlex
I think most Toyotas have the override feature...

I think most Toyotas have the override feature built in the interior door handle. All the Toyota vehicles I've owned recently have had this feature:

- 2011 RAV4
- 2014 Corolla
- 2016 4runner
...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-30-2019, 01:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 21,749
Posted By itsAlex
I own an FR-S so I don't have courtesy lights. Do...

I own an FR-S so I don't have courtesy lights. Do your courtesy lights fade on and off when opening and closing doors? Or do they just turn on right away?

If the driver's side is the only one not...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 12-30-2019, 01:17 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 106,216
Posted By itsAlex
Sorry for the late reply, but yes I believe the...

Sorry for the late reply, but yes I believe the only thing useful from the 28-pin connector is the reverse signal. It's been a while since I did this install so my memory is a little rough here.
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-03-2019, 02:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 649
Posted By itsAlex
Marker and door lights are tied to a specific...

Marker and door lights are tied to a specific fuse. I believe the fuse is labeled "TAIL", 10A. The rear parking lights and license plate lights are also tied to this fuse I believe, if your rear...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 07-14-2019, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,010
Posted By itsAlex
6V power

I hope its not too late but if you're using the factory camera DO NOT connect the camera directly to a 12V source like the reverse lights! You'll most likely kill it. You're supposed to use something...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-05-2019, 12:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,509
Posted By itsAlex
Wheel Directory: XXR 567 Phantom Black 18x8.5 +35

Wrapped with Nexen N-Fera AU7 225/40/R18
Stock suspension

https://i.ibb.co/B4js9JS/65649123-464412507717899-9215986144804601856-n-1.jpg

https://i.ibb.co/6yJ77Wj/IMG-20190703-121228.jpg
...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 07-05-2019, 07:39 AM
Replies: 24,802
Views: 8,328,073
Posted By itsAlex
XXR 567

Put these on yesterday:

https://i.ibb.co/4d2r1tK/IMG-20190703-191322.jpg
https://i.ibb.co/txsC1zD/IMG-20190703-192733.jpg

XXR 567s 18x8.5 +35
Nexen N-Fera AU7 225/40/R18
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 06-27-2019, 08:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,922
Posted By itsAlex
Anyone Ever Been To Toyota Track Day?

Yesterday I got an email from Toyota inviting me to their 2019 Track Day. They're hosting the event at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario.

Has anyone ever been to one of these...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-08-2019, 07:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,144
Posted By itsAlex
On my 2016 FRS there's a purple wire on the...

On my 2016 FRS there's a purple wire on the harness that plugs into the stalk. You'll have to take apart the plastic covers around the steering wheel to get to the harness but it's simple and easy to...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 03-31-2019, 07:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,745
Posted By itsAlex
As mentioned above, it could be one or more blown...

As mentioned above, it could be one or more blown fuses.

This happened to me on my previous Toyota, 2011 Rav4 to be specific. I just removed the cables from the battery, let it sit for several...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 03-31-2019, 07:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,471
Posted By itsAlex
Does the screen show the start up logo when you...

Does the screen show the start up logo when you first turn on the car?
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