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Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-21-2015, 03:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,974
Posted By Jvalich
I've reused the crush washer only once... could...

I've reused the crush washer only once... could get the plug out on the next oil change, ended up at the dealership to get the oil changed. They had to replace the plug once it was removed. The...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 12-21-2015, 03:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,528
Posted By Jvalich
IMHumbleO, there is little difference between the...

IMHumbleO, there is little difference between the higher quality oils. There is a difference between Dino, Semi Syn and Full Syn, sure. But... in all my years reading this forum, the corvette,...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 02-17-2015, 07:40 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 18,919
Posted By Jvalich
Just went through a couple of accidents my 18 yr...

Just went through a couple of accidents my 18 yr old had. Totaled the wife Jetta. Insurance company used a third party to value the car. The report was lengthily and very detailed. I felt...
Forum: Groupbuys 02-09-2015, 07:47 AM
Replies: 341
Views: 34,561
Posted By Jvalich
catted front pipe and overripe to 33513

catted front pipe and overripe to 33513
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-28-2015, 03:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,174
Posted By Jvalich
Feb 2 will be 2 yrs and I'm breaking 56K

Feb 2 will be 2 yrs and I'm breaking 56K
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 01-28-2015, 03:31 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 36,972
Posted By Jvalich
I was pulled over for the first time driving...

I was pulled over for the first time driving south on I-75 just south of Perry Georgia two weeks ago. A city cop was in the median against the wall, I was in the far right lane cruise set at 74 (70...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 11-28-2014, 08:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,054
Posted By Jvalich
I just got mine back from the shop as well. Last...

I just got mine back from the shop as well. Last month my 18 yr old hit it while parked in my driveway with my F-250. Guess which vehicle won that encounter? He did $5k worth of damage. Not a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 10-25-2014, 04:01 PM
Replies: 2,472
Views: 543,402
Posted By Jvalich
52 and a business owner

52 and a business owner
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 07-05-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 821
Views: 137,065
Posted By Jvalich
Been taken care of. :thumbsup: Youngest was a...

Been taken care of. :thumbsup: Youngest was a surprise but an awesome one she is
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 07-05-2014, 05:38 AM
Replies: 821
Views: 137,065
Posted By Jvalich
IMHO she is a young lady, who although is a very...

IMHO she is a young lady, who although is a very nice person, is one of the female of our species that gravitate to "bad boys". I had a couple of women I was interested in many many years ago who...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-22-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,973
Posted By Jvalich
Have you thought of the system from eom audio? I...

Have you thought of the system from eom audio? I love mine, sound is crisp and accurate. In addition it's specifically tuned for the car and is plug and play so all the factory wire stays the same. ...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 05-21-2014, 10:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,595
Posted By Jvalich
Nope but I wish it did! The ONLY think I dislike...

Nope but I wish it did! The ONLY think I dislike about the car.

I have found that a touch of Marvel Mystery Oil will help quiet them. I don't have any data but my experimenting tells me that it...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 05-20-2014, 07:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,595
Posted By Jvalich
This is what I used mine for... a canvas to show...

This is what I used mine for... a canvas to show off a touch of patriotism.
http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a404/JVALICH/HOODINSULAOR1_zps3c9ae98c.jpg...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-15-2014, 10:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 22,046
Posted By Jvalich
I'll second the Ferodo DS2500 pads. I have 15 k...

I'll second the Ferodo DS2500 pads. I have 15 k miles on them and they have been great. Stopping is very consistent if spirited driving or a short trip to the store
Forum: Software Tuning 01-27-2014, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1,133
Views: 348,353
Posted By Jvalich
Are there any conditions which occur which would...

Are there any conditions which occur which would prompt me to try either? I'm currently using the All Drop in, cutback with standard fuel & timing. This is the tune that was already on the unit i...
Forum: Software Tuning 01-27-2014, 05:03 PM
Replies: 1,133
Views: 348,353
Posted By Jvalich
Would someone be kind enough to explain to me...

Would someone be kind enough to explain to me what fuel +/- Timing+/- is and what effect they have? When should I try or not try them?

I apologize for the question as I'm sure it has been...
Forum: User/Vendor/Sponsor Reviews, Feedback, Comments 01-21-2014, 06:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,175
Posted By Jvalich
I have to say prometheus hit the nail on the...

I have to say prometheus hit the nail on the head. I couldn't have said it better. I've had my system (reference) installed for a little over a week or so. Enjoying every ride in the car even...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-16-2014, 06:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,610
Posted By Jvalich
I have 2013 and if the head unit hasn't changed,...

I have 2013 and if the head unit hasn't changed, also an iPhone 5s. You can advance forward or backwards and the info etc is displayed. Many times with the unit, features are disabled whilst in...
Forum: Audio/Visual, Electronics, Infotainment, NAV 01-15-2014, 10:56 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 57,675
Posted By Jvalich
System is installed and sounds great. Thanks for...

System is installed and sounds great. Thanks for a great product. The fit and finish of the sub exceeded my expectations as did the installation instructions.

The install took me about 3 hours...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 01-08-2014, 09:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,399
Posted By Jvalich
Boy, never expected some of the posts here. As...

Boy, never expected some of the posts here. As to why the "patriotic" theme. I have a retail store and I am planning a monthly car show this year at the store to not only drive business but in...
Forum: FR-S / BRZ vs.... 12-31-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 35,029
Posted By Jvalich
I test drove the FRS and the Focus ST. I sold my...

I test drove the FRS and the Focus ST. I sold my Corvette C6 just before as my son was going on my insurance and $ just too high. I purchased the BRZ over the FRS because Scion wanted a "market...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 12-27-2013, 03:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,399
Posted By Jvalich
Engine Bay Artwork

I had an employee's wife do a bit of airbrush artwork for the engine bay!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/112671261@N02/11590678763/
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-25-2013, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,106
Posted By Jvalich
Tire Rack Street Survival School

Tomorrow my 17 yr old should have some fun. We will be at the Tire Rack Street Survival school for the day. A coupe hours of classroom and the rest of the day behind the wheel learning driving...
Forum: Software Tuning 10-11-2013, 06:51 PM
Replies: 2,594
Views: 909,878
Posted By Jvalich
Ditto here. I'll just have to jump through a few...

Ditto here. I'll just have to jump through a few extra hoops. As a 20 yr Windows Systems Engineer, I'm all OSX now. I'll have to bootcamp a version of Windows on my Macbook. Mac version in the...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-11-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,739
Posted By Jvalich
Here is what I was told regarding "indexing" of...

Here is what I was told regarding "indexing" of the windows and may apply here. The windows are indexed most likely for the same reason chevy did on the c6 corvettes. C5 vettes didn't have the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons 10-02-2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,396
Posted By Jvalich
I'm local (Bushnell) and might be interested. ...

I'm local (Bushnell) and might be interested. What local tuner and why? Did the unichip not meet expectations? Been on the fence as to going unichip or a local tuner.
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) — General Topics 09-30-2013, 06:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,125
Posted By Jvalich
White....uh I may be a tad biased as I have white

White....uh I may be a tad biased as I have white
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-27-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,226
Posted By Jvalich
I have really hard water that will leave spots...

I have really hard water that will leave spots like that in an instant if the sun is out. The best and easiest way I've found to get back to really clean glass is using the cleaner you use to clean...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 09-20-2013, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,579
Posted By Jvalich
I have about 15000 miles on a Perrin Lightweight...

I have about 15000 miles on a Perrin Lightweight pulley with no issues. No night and day difference but the engine did feel a touch more responsive. Taking away rotational mass can't really hurt......
Forum: Southeast 08-22-2013, 11:23 PM
Replies: 760
Views: 218,423
Posted By Jvalich
BRZ Limited A6 - Pearl White Lakeland, FL -...

BRZ Limited A6 - Pearl White
Lakeland, FL - Polk County
Mods:
Perrin Lightweight pully
Magnaflow Catback
K&N Drop-in
Meagan Racing Strut bar
Motiv Autowerks Cylinder Brace
P&L Motosports SS...
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