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Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-11-2023, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,666
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Looks like you can pick up a replacement bracket...

Looks like you can pick up a replacement bracket fairly inexpensively

https://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru_2022_BRZ-Limited/Bracket-LICENCE-Plate-Plate-Nut-License-LIC/105787882/57722SG070.html
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-11-2023, 07:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,666
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
My 23 didn't come with them either. Maybe they...

My 23 didn't come with them either. Maybe they stopped including them on export models.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-08-2023, 01:16 PM
Replies: 413
Views: 58,817
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
I had an almost identical timeline with my White...

I had an almost identical timeline with my White Limited.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 04-04-2023, 09:45 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,933
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
You missed the main point If you had...

You missed the main point



If you had to rely on the BRZ for a longish-ish highway commute, the fillup frequency could get old in a hurry.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 02-09-2023, 05:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,861
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Yeah, now all we need is a Reddit post discussing...

Yeah, now all we need is a Reddit post discussing this forum thread.

I would have never thought that poker would be so fun to watch nor that millions would sit down and watch other people play...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 02-07-2023, 08:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,861
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Yes, if the car is needed for daily...

Yes, if the car is needed for daily transportation in the near future, paying a bit over MSRP begins to look cheap compared to renting while waiting for the car to arrive.

If the car is mostly...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-07-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,485
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
I suspect that you could get at least MSRP fairly...

I suspect that you could get at least MSRP fairly easily given the low miles and the mods you've added. I wouldn't wait for too long, since the conditions that led to inflated auto prices are...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 01-04-2023, 06:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,317
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Yeah, and how the hell does one roll down the...

Yeah, and how the hell does one roll down the windows?
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 12-18-2022, 11:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,005
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
I youtube channel with nearly half a million...

I youtube channel with nearly half a million subscribers would post links to videos in a low traffic forum to get views? :iono:
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-09-2022, 07:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,274
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Do you any clue as to when order might open up...

Do you any clue as to when order might open up again?
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-09-2022, 05:05 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 186,531
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
And some more winter tire review content ...

And some more winter tire review content
https://youtu.be/YNjVsdbD998
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-27-2022, 10:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,381
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Be careful using the word "blown" too...

Be careful using the word "blown" too freely
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 08-11-2022, 04:52 PM
Replies: 413
Views: 58,817
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
True. But I'm hopeful that there is...

True.

But I'm hopeful that there is significant dealership reform in the near future. Some manufacturers have grown weary of how bad dealers taint their brand's image.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 08-11-2022, 04:45 PM
Replies: 413
Views: 58,817
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
You misunderstood the import part of the advice...

You misunderstood the import part of the advice the Wolf was giving (which he conveniently capitalized for emphasis). The point was that when dealing with snakes, it's wise to get things in writing....
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 11-05-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,819
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Should I be worried that I find the Buick Regal...

Should I be worried that I find the Buick Regal to be a rather handsome automobile?
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-27-2021, 05:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,531
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
You are more disciplined than I am.

You are more disciplined than I am.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-26-2021, 04:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,531
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
New Summer tire review out. ...

New Summer tire review out.
https://youtu.be/sKFdBXwWc9w

Even though the Goodyears produced the fastest laps times, I'd likely go with the Michelin PS 4s for a street car. My guess is that...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 10-18-2021, 11:49 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 186,531
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Goodyear Wintercommand or Michelin x-ice. As a...

Goodyear Wintercommand or Michelin x-ice. As a tie-breaker, I'd probably go with the Michelins due to them having a very good tread life warranty for a Winter tire .
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-17-2021, 04:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,666
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
My quick calculation (based on published 4.1...

My quick calculation (based on published 4.1 final drive ration and .77 6th gear ratio) has the engine spinning at ~3k at 70mph.

With those ratios, I suspect that the engine will be smooth...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-14-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,479
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Wheels similar is looks or similar in quality to...

Wheels similar is looks or similar in quality to the OEM wheels?
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-04-2021, 01:23 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,479
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Here's a good review ...

Here's a good review

https://youtu.be/nYTSWHORbFc

The review largely confirms my experience with Goodyear and Michelin making the strongest performing all-season tires. While Goodyears and...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-25-2021, 07:58 PM
Replies: 1,524
Views: 217,248
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
I said that before you ever did.

I said that before you ever did.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-22-2021, 01:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,550
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Owner's manual and other documents...

Owner's manual and other documents (https://www.subaru.com/owners/vehicle-resources/manuals.html?modelCode=2022-BRZ-NZE) are available for download.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-20-2021, 04:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,383
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
A couple reviewers have mentioned the the second...

A couple reviewers have mentioned the the second generation's shifter feel has been improved. Let's hope that they've gotten it to Miata level.
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-14-2021, 10:43 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 54,862
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
I vehemently disagree!

I vehemently disagree!
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 09-02-2021, 07:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,631
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
I agree. Dealership service departments range...

I agree. Dealership service departments range from adequate to downright bad. I'll only do to dealership service departments for complimentary services included in the purchase price or for warranty...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 08-25-2021, 09:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,482
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
The Captain is contemplating a move to a...

The Captain is contemplating a move to a frontless state. If said plan comes to fruition, his new BRZ will be wearing a front plate with a custom graphic of some sort just to cover that spot on the...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 08-25-2021, 09:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,434
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
A performance tire from Goodyear is never a bad...

A performance tire from Goodyear is never a bad choice. A few years ago I had some Eagle Sport A/S on one of my cars and I was impressed with their performance. If it were me, I'd do a little...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 08-21-2021, 12:56 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 30,098
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
The above is the simple truth. Like many simple...

The above is the simple truth. Like many simple truths, failure to recognize or accept it can lead to acute posterior discomfort.
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 08-18-2021, 07:18 PM
Replies: 581
Views: 113,938
Posted By CaptainFenderbaum
Chris Amos gives the base trim a quick, slidy...

Chris Amos gives the base trim a quick, slidy lap.

https://youtu.be/2F3W3q-dFVA
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