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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-14-2024, 05:48 PM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
It was such a beautiful day I washed and waxed...

It was such a beautiful day I washed and waxed her. Now every little dent and scratch is magnified. I had to step back and appreciate what a beautiful cool car this is. It is a classic in every way....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-11-2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
Outstanding description of the situation. At...

Outstanding description of the situation. At least they corrected the problem.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-11-2024, 11:20 AM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
It might have been torqued down to 39 ft/lbs but...

It might have been torqued down to 39 ft/lbs but it takes a hell of alot more force than that to remove them. Thanks for the tip on the nut extractors. Maybe that'll do the trick. As far a...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-11-2024, 09:49 AM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
Some people never learn. I rounded out the bolts...

Some people never learn. I rounded out the bolts holding the driver's seat down making them virtually impossible to remove by using the wrong tool The first one I drilled and removed with a medium...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 04-07-2024, 12:38 PM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
Yeah I got my e10 socket and it doesn't fit. It...

Yeah
I got my e10 socket and it doesn't fit. It fits on the passenger seat because I didn't try to remove them with the wrong tool. Looks like I need to get some really sharp cobalt drill bits and...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-24-2024, 10:21 AM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
Does anyone know what this fastener is called?...

Does anyone know what this fastener is called? It's like a reverse torx.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 03-24-2024, 09:42 AM
Replies: 24,603
Views: 7,223,669
Posted By WNDSRFR
No kidding. Mine's been doing it for about a...

No kidding.
Mine's been doing it for about a year now. The sound makes my teeth hurt.
One of these days I'll break down and buy the tool I need to remove the drivers seat. I think that would make...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-09-2024, 06:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,388
Posted By WNDSRFR
I've had this incessant rattle from the steering...

I've had this incessant rattle from the steering column for about a year now. And there's no doubt about it being the EPS steering damper. I have the new part but I'm worried I'll take the thing...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-14-2024, 07:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,922
Posted By WNDSRFR
This is a perfect description of an electric...

This is a perfect description of an electric supercharger. Like the Phantom or the Torqamp. I tried to find the website for Torqamp to refer you to and can't find it on the internet. I can't believe...
Forum: Forced Induction 01-09-2024, 12:57 PM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,409,181
Posted By WNDSRFR
I think you're talking about the Procede...

I think you're talking about the Procede Controller. It was a separate item from the ESC from OFT. I believe it died off with the Phantom. You see one for sale every now and then. You might want to...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-01-2024, 11:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,203
Posted By WNDSRFR
So, have they replaced the EPS motor coupler or...

So, have they replaced the EPS motor coupler or do they still use the same one on the original? The one that's guaranteed to fail and cause a mind numbing rattle. Mine has gotten so bad I have play...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 12-23-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 499
Posted By WNDSRFR
New Sponsor

I see the forum is now sponsored by AARP.

WTF?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-02-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,546
Posted By WNDSRFR
You removed the starter, right?

You removed the starter, right?
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-14-2023, 10:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,847
Posted By WNDSRFR
I liked the Scion pricing better.

I liked the Scion pricing better.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-06-2023, 12:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,874
Posted By WNDSRFR
Nothing wrong with a little alcohol every now and...

Nothing wrong with a little alcohol every now and then.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-03-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 845
Posted By WNDSRFR
In this case the Subaru part was actually cheaper...

In this case the Subaru part was actually cheaper than the Toyota part.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-03-2023, 10:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 845
Posted By WNDSRFR
I agree it is easy. But it was in the middle of...

I agree it is easy. But it was in the middle of August and it was 96 degrees every day with 90 percent humidity and I just wanted my car running again as soon as possible.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-28-2023, 11:08 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,874
Posted By WNDSRFR
I always buy whatever 93 or 92 octane is the...

I always buy whatever 93 or 92 octane is the cheapest. Used to be BJ's gas, lately been using Marathon. Never had crickets or any other problems.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-26-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 845
Posted By WNDSRFR
Thanks for the offer but I already have the...

Thanks for the offer but I already have the Subaru fork.
The problem I'm having this time is actually the clutch disk itself is starting to slip under heavy load. The first time it was the TOB. I...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-21-2023, 10:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 845
Posted By WNDSRFR
Clutch release fork

I need to pull my transmission again and want to change the fork while I'm at it. Does anyone know if 30531AA220 and SU003-00803 are exactly the same part? I think one is the Subaru part and the...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-12-2023, 09:21 AM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,409,181
Posted By WNDSRFR
Got my new batteries installed and it works like...

Got my new batteries installed and it works like new. Just in time for the cooler weather coming.
I used a different technique to change the batteries this time. Usually, I disconnect the wire...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 10-11-2023, 07:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,481
Posted By WNDSRFR
Just wanted to say, I'm sorry, I was wrong. My...

Just wanted to say, I'm sorry, I was wrong.
My fork broke right after I posted this. Looks just like the second picture.
Forum: Forced Induction 10-05-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,409,181
Posted By WNDSRFR
This is what I think (guess). My meter reads...

This is what I think (guess). My meter reads about 28.5 volts when the system is not engaged. I think that the charger is supplying 28.5 volts constantly to the 2 batteries in series. So each battery...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-05-2023, 01:41 PM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,409,181
Posted By WNDSRFR
Tested my batteries and it looks like only one is...

Tested my batteries and it looks like only one is really bad. This is how I tested them. I charged them individually on a variable voltage and current power supply set to max current and 14.5 volts....
Forum: Forced Induction 10-03-2023, 11:48 AM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,409,181
Posted By WNDSRFR
I don't think regular lead acid batteries would...

I don't think regular lead acid batteries would work. This is from the article:

AGM batteries can absorb more current than a regular car battery, which is why they can recharge faster. It takes...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-02-2023, 04:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 836
Posted By WNDSRFR
Thanks for pointing me in the right direction. I...

Thanks for pointing me in the right direction. I had no idea this was such a common problem. I'm 99% sure this is what it is. Just like if there's a strange whirling noise in the clutch area it's the...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-01-2023, 02:10 PM
Replies: 11,295
Views: 3,409,181
Posted By WNDSRFR
I found this article about charging AGM...

I found this article about charging AGM batteries.
https://www.interstatebatteries.com/blog/how-to-charge-an-agm-battery
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-01-2023, 12:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 836
Posted By WNDSRFR
Irritating dash rattle

I have this rattle in my dash driving me crazy. It sounds like it is in the steering column. But I don't know if these cars even have a steering column. (electric steering) The sound appears to be...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-28-2023, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,412
Posted By WNDSRFR
Please don't be. Everyone loves your stories. I...

Please don't be. Everyone loves your stories.
I was just trying to point out that you were only hijacking yourself.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 09-27-2023, 12:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,412
Posted By WNDSRFR
You realize that you're hijacking your own...

You realize that you're hijacking your own thread, right?
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