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Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-08-2022, 05:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,194
Posted By indio22
Removing gen2 side rocker fins?

Might there be a way to remove the gen2 rocker "fins"? In favor of some aftermarket rocker? Or is that an integral part of the vehicle body? Man, I'm just not a fan of that rocker fin. Curious if...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 03-08-2022, 05:43 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 18,078
Posted By indio22
2014 BRZ owner here. I haven't found the vehicle...

2014 BRZ owner here. I haven't found the vehicle overly noisy. But then, I come from a 4x4 background, including having driven a CJ-5 daily, sometimes wearing earplugs due to the noise level on...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 09-04-2021, 09:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,978
Posted By indio22
Oil filler cap came off - oil all over - help

I changed the oil in my BRZ. Boneheaded move - I left the oil filler cap loose.

The cap came off, the car was driven around, and oil flew out everywhere in the engine compartment. :(

I lost...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-30-2021, 03:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,521
Posted By indio22
Searching through more threads here, I found this...

Searching through more threads here, I found this nice writeup:
https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24614

That and other threads confirm the 19ft lbs caliper bolt torque.

But...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-30-2021, 03:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,521
Posted By indio22
Locktite on brake caliper bolt threads?

I'm changing out the brake pads on my 2014 BRZ. When re-installing the two bolts that attach the caliper, should I put locktite on the bolt threads?

There are people online claiming both sides -...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-02-2021, 03:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,569
Posted By indio22
Yes it was actually a serious question on my...

Yes it was actually a serious question on my part. Most people I know get an alignment when installing new tires. I see it recommended by shops, if for no other reason as a money maker.

With...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-01-2021, 02:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,569
Posted By indio22
Ok, I just found this thread on alignment: ...

Ok, I just found this thread on alignment:
https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25001

The following is mentioned in the thread: "A factory FR-S and BRZ only have adjustable toe."
...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-01-2021, 02:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,569
Posted By indio22
When to get an alignment?

If a vehicle is experiencing no alignment related issues with it's current wheels and tires, and the tires are wearing fine, is it worth getting an alignment when switching to new tires and wheels?...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-25-2021, 09:50 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,831
Posted By indio22
The second gen is growing on me. The first gen...

The second gen is growing on me. The first gen had me at hello, while the second gen is taking more time. I'm still not sold on the new side "pectoral fins", and the "tear drop" looking air intakes...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-25-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,600
Posted By indio22
Thanks. As a new BRZ owner, I learned a lot from...

Thanks. As a new BRZ owner, I learned a lot from the forum and working on this audio project. Down the road, I can see going more "all-in" with a new head unit and speakers/amps, possibly moving...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-23-2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,246
Posted By indio22
Using OEM radio and speakers. Only the sub was...

Using OEM radio and speakers. Only the sub was added along with upgrade of the rear amp. Here is a link to a write-up with some details:
...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-23-2021, 02:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,600
Posted By indio22
Recent install of a budget subwoofer/amp in the...

Recent install of a budget subwoofer/amp in the BRZ. Here are some details.

Goals for this install:

Add some missing bass
Maximize trunk cargo space
Limit destruction/removal of current...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-23-2021, 02:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,600
Posted By indio22
Yeah thanks guys, I was using the generic link...

Yeah thanks guys, I was using the generic link and not tagging correctly. Got it working now.
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-23-2021, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,600
Posted By indio22
2014 BRZ - mods and activities

I bought this red 2014 BRZ Limited summer of 2020. One owner vehicle, well taken care of, with only 30k miles of easy driving. Very stock at this point. Looked at some clapped out BRZs before finding...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-23-2021, 01:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 321
Posted By indio22
2014 BRZ - mods and activities

I bought this red 2014 BRZ Limited summer of 2020. One owner vehicle, well taken care of, with only 30k miles of easy driving. Testing image insert:

https://imgur.com/a/xcFrDQe

end test
...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-15-2021, 09:08 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,246
Posted By indio22
Yes I was thinking of doing a small write-up with...

Yes I was thinking of doing a small write-up with some photos of what I did. I'll link to it here. Basically I used the advice from this forum, including the coupler which allowed not having to cut...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-15-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,246
Posted By indio22
I played around some with Option A yesterday, and...

I played around some with Option A yesterday, and found by setting the HPF to around 80hz for the stock door speakers, I'm getting a nice sound in terms of the bass, with the sub taking care of the...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 01-14-2021, 01:14 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,246
Posted By indio22
Last weekend I made a budget upgrade to my 2014...

Last weekend I made a budget upgrade to my 2014 BRZ audio system. The aim was to get more bass. I installed a more powerful 4 channel amp in place of the rear amp, along with a 10" subwoofer....
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-20-2020, 12:42 AM
Replies: 2,470
Views: 554,999
Posted By indio22
Same - will need to see in person. That said, the...

Same - will need to see in person. That said, the first gen had me at hello. This one not so much.

I don't care for the tear drop looking ducts under each front headlight. Nor the big fin-thing...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-16-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,246
Posted By indio22
Thanks for the advice. Your suggestion of...

Thanks for the advice. Your suggestion of ditching the factory door amp in favor of a better one with crossover feature makes sense, I'm thinking more of going that route.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 09-15-2020, 08:54 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 15,246
Posted By indio22
I read through some of the audio threads. I want...

I read through some of the audio threads. I want to add a trunk subwoofer, but don't want a new head unit or take apart the dash at this time. In light of that, maybe someone can add insight to the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-31-2020, 06:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
Thanks I appreciate all the advice. I changed the...

Thanks I appreciate all the advice. I changed the BRZ oil over the weekend, using a black OEM Subaru filter and crush ring from my local dealer. I put in 5.8 US Qts of Mobile 1 Extended Performance...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-27-2020, 04:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
Thanks for the tip. Called my local dealer and...

Thanks for the tip. Called my local dealer and yep they had the black filters - so I picked up two. Also got the little drain plug crush ring. I had been planning to re-use the existing ring. This...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-26-2020, 02:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
I ended up ordering one of the black genuine...

I ended up ordering one of the black genuine Subaru oil filters online - and it arrived today dented. Not badly dented, but two dents on the top nevertheless. I don't particularly feel like putting a...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-22-2020, 08:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
I'm going to change the oil myself, just to be...

I'm going to change the oil myself, just to be sure and because I recently bought the car. Start with a clean slate.

I read through the oil threads in this forum and man, lots of differing...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2020, 08:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
Too late I sold it $100 to the kid next door for...

Too late I sold it $100 to the kid next door for parts. ;)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2020, 06:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
I warmed up the BRZ engine to near operating...

I warmed up the BRZ engine to near operating temperature. Then let the vehicle sit turned off for 10 minutes on our flat driveway. Then I checked the oil level.

Man this dipstick has to be the...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2020, 04:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
No I was not letting the engine warm up before...

No I was not letting the engine warm up before checking. I've never done that on any of my older 90/80/70s cars.

I was just reading the BRZ (2014) user manual. It says:
1) Park engine on level...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2020, 03:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
The engine had been turned on for a few minutes a...

The engine had been turned on for a few minutes a couple hours earlier. So I would say basically cold engine.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-14-2020, 03:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,108
Posted By indio22
BRZ oil dipstick level?

Recently got a used BRZ in nice condition. A dealership had changed the oil - I have receipt. I checked this morning and the oil level is above the high mark on the dipstick. Is this normal? Maybe I...
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