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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-02-2023, 07:04 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,591
Posted By zberz
There are two nuts for engine mounts under the...

There are two nuts for engine mounts under the engine. Remove them and then jack the headers up to tilt the engine backward. Getting the right angle is the hardest part of getting the transmission on...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 08-27-2023, 12:35 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 219,941
Posted By zberz
11 years later and this guide is still awesome!...

11 years later and this guide is still awesome! Have an Exedy stage 2 going in the Red Rocket. [emoji16]

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Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 04-01-2022, 06:44 PM
Replies: 13,288
Views: 2,796,696
Posted By zberz
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220401/45a2b42f...

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220401/45a2b42f65b8faf27c6e79a471b3252c.jpg

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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 03-07-2022, 06:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,672
Posted By zberz
Curious which clutch you have. I have an ACT...

Curious which clutch you have. I have an ACT that started doing this. I've been living with it for a while but intend to replace soon.

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Forum: Forced Induction 10-04-2021, 05:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,058
Posted By zberz
No idea what's involved in a supercharger...

No idea what's involved in a supercharger install, but did you verify the simple stuff like there's nothing that would prevent the engine from getting sufficient air, fuel, and spark? Did you...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-02-2021, 06:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,056
Posted By zberz
I can say from experience, ignore the first...

I can say from experience, ignore the first YouTube hit where some dude swears you can do it without jacking up the engine. Maybe you can, but it's not worth trying.

1) Put at least the front on...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 10-02-2021, 05:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,666
Posted By zberz
I'm in pretty deep with DeWalt at this point...

I'm in pretty deep with DeWalt at this point after starting a collection about 10 years ago. My only substantial complaints are their options for tools/accessorie, and that some things were clearly...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-07-2021, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,856
Posted By zberz
I'm having a hard time finding evidence of ACT...

I'm having a hard time finding evidence of ACT being the problem. Other folks here seem to be having the same exact issue with two different clutch brands:
...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 07-07-2021, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,856
Posted By zberz
When you say "never solved" are you just dealing...

When you say "never solved" are you just dealing with it or did you replace the clutch and they went away?

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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-07-2021, 07:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,930
Posted By zberz
I'm having the same exact symptoms. When they...

I'm having the same exact symptoms. When they first started, the clutch soft line was oily so I thought it was a leak. Replaced the line and bled it, no dice. Replaced slave cylinder, no dice.
...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-23-2021, 06:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,856
Posted By zberz
Is this something that can loosen over time? ...

Is this something that can loosen over time? I've had the clutch in the car for over year with no issues until recently.

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Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 06-22-2021, 10:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,856
Posted By zberz
Yet Another Transmission Problem

Turbocharged my BRZ at about 90K over Pandemic 2020. JDL kit with the Garret 2867GTX. Awesome kit! I replaced my clutch, flywheel, etc. over the winter of 2019. ACT XD with the heavier flywheel....
Forum: Forced Induction 06-17-2021, 03:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,081
Posted By zberz
Extra weight, meh. I haven't really noticed a...

Extra weight, meh. I haven't really noticed a difference in how it drives. Still handles beautifully.

As far as throttle response goes, mine hits hard at 3K+, with stock engine feel below 3K. I...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 06-15-2021, 12:04 AM
Replies: 13,288
Views: 2,796,696
Posted By zberz
Great, now I need to re-watch every Top...

Great, now I need to re-watch every Top Gear/Grand Tour episode. [emoji1787]

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Forum: Forced Induction 05-20-2021, 09:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,961
Posted By zberz
It looks like it does. Sent from my SM-G950U...

It looks like it does.

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Forum: Forced Induction 05-20-2021, 08:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,961
Posted By zberz
I can't answer for him, but in my mind, the dual...

I can't answer for him, but in my mind, the dual bar might save the intercooler and radiator in a crash. My single bar would likely not.

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Forum: Forced Induction 05-20-2021, 05:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,290
Posted By zberz
Attachedhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210520/...

Attachedhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210520/b0b8e3dd6a77ebbfdac705254fb7c4c9.jpg

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Forum: Forced Induction 05-20-2021, 05:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,290
Posted By zberz
Oh, and DO NOT use the Koyorad-supplied bolts,...

Oh, and DO NOT use the Koyorad-supplied bolts, use the ones FBM sent. I know this because I still have half of one (and part of an Advanced Auto Parts bolt extractor) in my Koyorad. [emoji2959]
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Forum: Forced Induction 05-20-2021, 05:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,290
Posted By zberz
I'm interested. Also koyorad and fbm fan shroud....

I'm interested. Also koyorad and fbm fan shroud. I'm using the fbm overflow relocation bracket*, but would be interested in an aftermarket overflow that's tidier.

*Meaning the bent piece of...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-20-2021, 05:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,961
Posted By zberz
That is nice. Did you paint it? I went with the...

That is nice. Did you paint it? I went with the drift armor bar, but definitely would have considered that if I knew it was an option. Everything I read about no-cut options was less than ideal.
...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-15-2021, 09:18 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,881
Posted By zberz
https://youtu.be/R2JvA97zO7g Sent from my...

https://youtu.be/R2JvA97zO7g

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Forum: Mid-Atlantic 05-10-2021, 08:20 PM
Replies: 2,003
Views: 481,381
Posted By zberz
Went turbo last year and basically have the...

Went turbo last year and basically have the complete stock exhaust, intake system, an HKS reusable air filter, a stock replacable air filter, the stock oil pan (slightly bent on one corner), stock...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-22-2021, 07:15 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,881
Posted By zberz
https://www.hksusa.com/news/hks-complete-engine-po...

https://www.hksusa.com/news/hks-complete-engine-powered-hks-vr38dett-rb26-and-fa20

Is this in Yen or am I seeing 43K for an HKS engine? I'll take my chances at IAG.

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Forum: Forced Induction 04-22-2021, 03:23 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 30,881
Posted By zberz
Ouch. This is why since I went FI I've been...

Ouch. This is why since I went FI I've been slowly conditioning my wife by casually dropping "when I'm going to need that 15K to build a new FA20" in conversations.

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Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 03-26-2021, 10:03 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 219,941
Posted By zberz
Replaced my clutch over holiday season 2019. Not...

Replaced my clutch over holiday season 2019. Not very hard if you're mechanically-inclined. I'm not a pro mechanic, but I dabble. If you have specific questions, ask and I'll do my best to help.
...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic 02-06-2021, 05:53 PM
Replies: 7,404
Views: 1,186,216
Posted By zberz
Won't towing a RWD like this destroy the diff and...

Won't towing a RWD like this destroy the diff and trans?

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Forum: Forced Induction 01-05-2021, 08:01 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 19,865
Posted By zberz
6k-ish on the turbo. 257hp at 3k-something RPMs...

6k-ish on the turbo. 257hp at 3k-something RPMs on 93. Seems to be going well, but I did find an uncomfortable amount of metal on my magnetic drain plug on the first oil change post-turbo. ...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 11-09-2020, 08:15 PM
Replies: 13,288
Views: 2,796,696
Posted By zberz
We really shouldn't impede them. Sent from...

We really shouldn't impede them.

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Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 11-09-2020, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13,288
Views: 2,796,696
Posted By zberz
Watt a bunch of terrible puns Sent from my...

Watt a bunch of terrible puns

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Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 09-19-2020, 09:47 PM
Replies: 13,288
Views: 2,796,696
Posted By zberz
And I thought I was one of the old guys...

And I thought I was one of the old guys here.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200920/9272db44180f2733b1b6bc09aff2f027.gif

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