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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-08-2022, 02:53 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 849
Posted By Baldoak
2013 BRZ Evap self test knocking ticking clicking

After normal driving, 2013 MY BRZ runs a fuel evap leak test approximately 5 hours after shutting the engine off. It's common to hear a soft humming/buzzing noise from the rear of the vehicle under...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-29-2021, 02:37 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 218,148
Posted By Baldoak
I'm not too familiar with how Toyota has been...

I'm not too familiar with how Toyota has been doing it, but it seems to me that most Subaru engine models use RTV to seal the entire block instead of pre-formed, traditional gaskets. That's the only...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 12-16-2021, 06:03 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 218,148
Posted By Baldoak
Wondering if perhaps there's a way to look at...

Wondering if perhaps there's a way to look at rate of failure between Subaru and Toyota techs doing the work just based on the responses here.

I took my '13 BRZ to the dealership I bought it from...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 10-14-2021, 10:47 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 218,148
Posted By Baldoak
Is there any apparent correlation between...

Is there any apparent correlation between post-recall failure and Toyota service technicians performing the work?
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 07-22-2021, 02:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
First: Sorry for the necro. Second: Any time...

First: Sorry for the necro.

Second: Any time travelers coming across this thread in hopes of ridding themselves of front-end suspension noise will want to seriously inspect their swaybar and...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 07-08-2021, 01:23 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 39,121
Posted By Baldoak
If I could get a copy of the source files I'd be...

If I could get a copy of the source files I'd be immensely appreciative. My '13 is needing a lot of TLC these days. Thanks for taking the time to provide these resources to the community!
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 09-18-2020, 10:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
Well, issue solved. - Installed SPL...

Well, issue solved.



- Installed SPL outer tie rods
- Replaced front wheel hubs
- Replaced lower heim joint on passenger side endlink (it was tight when I got it so I figured maybe it was...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-31-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
I've installed SPL front end outer tie rods this...

I've installed SPL front end outer tie rods this weekend. This solved part of the noise I was experiencing. Steering feel is improved slightly as well, so I'm glad I made the upgrade. I also...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-16-2020, 04:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
Right around 75,000 miles.

Right around 75,000 miles.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-16-2020, 03:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
Check this gnarly boot out: ...

Check this gnarly boot out:


https://youtu.be/B7iEMeNgK68


I think this is it. Since this boot is in this condition, ill replace tie rods on both sides and replace LCAs in the near future.
...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2020, 01:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
Any other areas I can/should check? Frame...

Any other areas I can/should check? Frame bushings? Wheel bearings? I feel like these items would be pretty obvious and much noisier. I'll admit I'm no professional, so I'll take any suggestions...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2020, 01:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
That's precisely my feeling. Since I couldn't...

That's precisely my feeling. Since I couldn't really tell when I checked, I have a feeling it's not that. I'll give it another look just to be sure though. I'm wondering, do you think a loose brake...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2020, 01:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
And about top hats - I also think these are fine....

And about top hats - I also think these are fine. I don't see any play in the spherical bearing at all. I've driven on busted spherical top hats in this car, and this knocking is too low to the...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2020, 01:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
I've uninstalled and reinstalled all of the...

I've uninstalled and reinstalled all of the swaybar/endlink components many times - I'm 100% certain nothing is loose with that portion of the suspension. All torqued to spec with blue loctite and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-14-2020, 12:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
Inside the wheel? I mean, I guess there's a...

Inside the wheel? I mean, I guess there's a chance... I can check that with the ball joint. I tried to check the ball joint last night but it was too hard to see if there was play - it seems to me...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-13-2020, 02:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
I was thinking the same thing, so I'm going to...

I was thinking the same thing, so I'm going to take a look at that soon. It's hard to tell if there's any play going on in the video.
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-13-2020, 02:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
No noise from fenders. Steering components feel...

No noise from fenders. Steering components feel solid - I don't feel the knocking through the wheel and it seems to have very minimal effect on stability, if any at all. No noise when on stands and...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-13-2020, 02:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,170
Posted By Baldoak
Knocking and tapping in driver's wheel well

I've been trying to figure this noise out for quite some time now. I am at my wit's end with trying to figure out the source of this tapping/knocking noise. I am very hesitant to believe that this...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-12-2018, 02:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,894
Posted By Baldoak
No, no spacers. I also checked to make sure that...

No, no spacers. I also checked to make sure that the wheels are flush mounted to the mating surface, even if that would have been obvious from driving. I do have hub-centric rings installed in the...
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-12-2018, 02:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,894
Posted By Baldoak
That's what I thought too. Which is why I'm so...

That's what I thought too. Which is why I'm so confused. I've had the front wheels aligned and sitting perfectly symmetrical in the past. :iono:
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-12-2018, 02:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,894
Posted By Baldoak
Thanks for the quick responses! I edited my post...

Thanks for the quick responses! I edited my post to include basic alignment specs. The sheet I got back looked excellent. I'll post a photo of it later tonight if you'd like to see it.
Forum: Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-12-2018, 02:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,894
Posted By Baldoak
Uneven wheel poke after alignment

I could use some help - I'm out of my depth. Apologies if this has been discussed elsewhere.

I recently installed new coilovers on all four corners, and after getting some driving in, took the car...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-24-2017, 02:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,526
Posted By Baldoak
Thanks! It's definitely my most popular design....

Thanks! It's definitely my most popular design. Glad you like it. I'm a pack-a-day kind of guy :lol:
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-24-2017, 01:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,526
Posted By Baldoak
Oh man you found out my secret plan to reach 200...

Oh man you found out my secret plan to reach 200 N/A! :lol:



Get in here Cole ! Shoe me your stickers!

I love your RACECAR sticker Leonardo , I had an idea to do something like that too :)...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 03-24-2017, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,526
Posted By Baldoak
Lightbulb I make stickers!

So I've been working on creating a lot of custom stickers lately, and I wanted to share them with you all. I make all of my own stickers by hand, effectively creating small pieces of art that can be...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 06-10-2016, 10:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,422
Posted By Baldoak
Been loving this game to no end. Just wish I had...

Been loving this game to no end. Just wish I had more time to enjoy it! I really love all of the character designs. Blizzard did an amazing job incorporating a diverse cast of characters without...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 06-10-2016, 10:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,707
Posted By Baldoak
This explains a lot.

This explains a lot.
Forum: Northwest 06-10-2016, 10:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 787
Posted By Baldoak
Thumbs up 4K Import Face Off May 2016

Hey guys!

My buddy and I run a YouTube channel focused around JDM car culture and modification. We recently got to attend Import Face Off with media passes, and we made some awesome videos that we...
Forum: BRZ Photos, Videos, Wallpapers, Gallery Forum 05-25-2016, 07:29 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 38,669
Posted By Baldoak
MinuteRiceChannel ...

MinuteRiceChannel


http://i.imgur.com/u38rAwJ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/0WCjcvo.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Qu9xveL.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ZZD8OmW.jpg
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 05-22-2016, 08:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,268
Posted By Baldoak
Here's some photos post-install! ...

Here's some photos post-install!

http://i.imgur.com/u38rAwJ.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/0WCjcvo.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Qu9xveL.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ZZD8OmW.jpg
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