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Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-29-2023, 10:26 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 62,896
Posted By redwine
Just to update, Replaced the Coupler...

Just to update,


Replaced the Coupler (using Toyota PN),
the rattle is gone :clap::clap::clap:
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 08-21-2023, 08:05 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 62,896
Posted By redwine
Hey Guys, Really glad to find this thread. ...

Hey Guys,

Really glad to find this thread.

Mine is 2017 BRZ manual, 78000 km.
Any chance the EPS coupler is different ?



Had exactly the same rattle sound.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 09-16-2021, 06:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,131
Posted By redwine
The 2Hr+ are mostly spend on "oil exploration"...

The 2Hr+ are mostly spend on "oil exploration" rather than sucking.

Even with my cheap setup,
If the sucking is continuous, i estimate it will takes <10min.
...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 09-15-2021, 02:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,131
Posted By redwine
Yes ... removing the Dip Stick housing should be...

Yes ... removing the Dip Stick housing should be straight forward with just 1 10mm nut/bolt.

Will try out this method if i still face difficulties sucking the oil.

For those that have been...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 09-14-2021, 12:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,131
Posted By redwine
Hello Guys, The last 0.5L of the used oil...

Hello Guys,


The last 0.5L of the used oil doesnt bother me.
I'll probably clock less than 8k km a year since i not working now and i change it at least once a year.

Regarding the Oil...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 09-14-2021, 09:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,131
Posted By redwine
Engine oil extraction on BRZ

Hello all,


Couldnt find much info on the specific problem i'm facing,
really appreciate any valuable inputs.

I have done 2x Engine oil change myself using the extraction method.
(i do not...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 11-15-2020, 03:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,974
Posted By redwine
Thanks for all the inputs. I'm thinking...

Thanks for all the inputs.


I'm thinking to custom make 4pcs of Ramp (8") from High Impact Foam. They are really light & i suppose they are easier to work with than wood.
Of course will also...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 11-08-2020, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,974
Posted By redwine
8" lift enough for GearBox/Diff oil change ?

Hi,


I hope to change my own Manual GearBox & Diff oil.
Is 8" of lift adequate for access to the Fill/Drain plug ?


My drive way is slightly off,
Front & Rear axle may have an inch of...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-24-2019, 12:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,033
Posted By redwine
Haven't peek underneath. :D You mean only...

Haven't peek underneath. :D

You mean only the "driving or powered" axle need oil replacement ?
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 09-24-2019, 11:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,033
Posted By redwine
Front Axle Oil ?

Hi,

Just want to confirm.

Beside the Engine/Transmission/Diff Oil,
is there any other oil that need to replace ... eg. Front Axle ?

Thanks
Forum: Northern California 08-11-2019, 06:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,692
Posted By redwine
Hello guys, Appreciate all the response, ...

Hello guys,

Appreciate all the response,
Been really tired by the jetlag & shopping.
Age catching up, i guess :D

Ya, coaching looks to be the safer option.

drift101 have a 1/2days lesson...
Forum: Northern California 08-04-2019, 10:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,692
Posted By redwine
Hello, Appreciate all the replies.. I'm be...

Hello,

Appreciate all the replies..
I'm be in San Jose for the 10/17-Aug weekend and maybe 24-Aug as well.
17-Aug weekend would be best. (done with the jetlag)

Been a daily driver in my BRZ...
Forum: Northern California 08-02-2019, 01:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,692
Posted By redwine
Learn tracking/drifting in CA ?

Hello,

Will be coming to San Jose in Aug (from Asia).
Will have a couple of weekend available.

Like to know if there is any possibility of learning to track or drift in CA (preferable in a...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-16-2018, 08:15 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
Talking Is it similar to post #35 ?

Is it similar to post #35 ?
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-15-2018, 05:30 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
eg.

eg.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-15-2018, 05:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
Hi, Understand both Toyota/Subaru manual...

Hi,

Understand both Toyota/Subaru manual call for blue color coolant,
Is it brilliant blue (eg. blue screen of death on PC)?

I didnt take note of the color during delivery.
The coolant my...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-13-2018, 11:42 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
Just to share.... Under the Owners Manual, ...

Just to share....

Under the Owners Manual,
it state SUBARU Super Coolant is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water.

Under the Service Manual recommended material,
For coolant...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-10-2018, 04:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
interesting read... ...

interesting read...


https://www.sparkplugs.com/learning-center/article/653/quest-for-the-ideal-coolant-ratio
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-10-2018, 04:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
For distill water, are those "Drinking Distill...

For distill water,
are those "Drinking Distill Water" available in Pharmacy/Supermarket good enough ?
i believe most are processed via reverse osmosis rather than Distillation process.
eg....
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-10-2018, 04:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
Hey guys, appreciate all the reply :thumbup:...

Hey guys,

appreciate all the reply :thumbup:
From the reply, looks like my coolant loss is on the high side.

i tried to google about the minimum coolant ratio with adequate corrosion...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 07-09-2018, 03:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,105
Posted By redwine
Coolant level dropping & Dirty coolant

Hi,

Understand BRZ/86 have this coolant level droppping issue,
(quite a fair bit of discussion on coolant level from google)
On my 2017 BRZ, the coolant has dropped from exactly the Full level...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-25-2018, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,430
Posted By redwine
Thanks Guys :thumbup: Does that still apply...

Thanks Guys :thumbup:

Does that still apply if the battery is 2-3yrs old ?

Also,
if you disable the battery (fuse or remove terminal),
any thought on whether it will reduce or increase the...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 06-25-2018, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,430
Posted By redwine
Out of town...Remove DCC Fuse or Battery ?

Hello,

I understand from the Svc Manual,
there's a DCC Fuse (aka Direct Circuit Connection fuse or D/C Cut fuse) which the Factory remove before shipping the vehicle to dealer.
Dealer are...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-30-2018, 04:27 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,861
Posted By redwine
That's clear :thumbup:

That's clear :thumbup:
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-30-2018, 03:26 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,861
Posted By redwine
Hey Guys... Thanks for all the inputs :thumbup:...

Hey Guys...
Thanks for all the inputs :thumbup:

Regards to my "floating manner" experience,
looks like hydroplaning is the most likely cause.
(Both times it happen, i was on wet surface)
...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 04-28-2018, 04:39 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,861
Posted By redwine
Does electronic aids help or ...

Hi,

Just want to get some opinions.

Was taking a left corner on my BRZ when the car suddenly steer more towards left in a 'floating manner'.
(i suppose the torque vectoring kicks in). Est...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 02-06-2018, 03:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,680
Posted By redwine
Motul 300V Mileage

Hello,

I kept hearing the Motul 300V is not meant for long duration btw EO change.

Just couldnt find the recommended mileage online.
For regular city driving (+ infrequent spirited driving),...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-30-2018, 08:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,405
Posted By redwine
Appreciate all the responses. :thanks: You...

Appreciate all the responses. :thanks:

You guys must have strong hand.
The only torque meter i have only goes up to 50 lbf-inc.
(the manual torque setting is 14Nm / 124 Ibf-inc)

Yes, i like...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-29-2018, 01:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,405
Posted By redwine
Need advice... changing oil filter

Hello,

I am thinking to do a mid-interval EO & Oil Filter change myself.
Have some question regarding the oil filter....

The Svc Manual state "Use an oil filter wrench with a size of 80 mm...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 01-27-2018, 12:52 PM
Replies: 460
Views: 167,371
Posted By redwine
Is soapy water (make from dishwashing detergent)...

Is soapy water (make from dishwashing detergent) alright or too strong for Solar film ?

:cheers:
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