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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-18-2014, 07:39 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 86,824
Posted By eriktherod
I stand corrected. This is from Jeff's Blog @...

I stand corrected. This is from Jeff's Blog @ Perrin Performance (http://blog.perrinperformance.com/my-first-brz-part/):



I understand this does not make it a non-issue, but I'm not going to...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-11-2014, 03:42 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 86,824
Posted By eriktherod
Yes, the first engine failure was at 25K miles in...

Yes, the first engine failure was at 25K miles in January. This is the one with the picture from the dealership invoice. It describes that Rod #4 bearing had spun and caused internal damage ruining...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-10-2014, 06:09 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 86,824
Posted By eriktherod
Toyota Headquarters contacted me today, in...

Toyota Headquarters contacted me today, in response to my letter (email) to Jim Lentz. They also contacted the dealership and were made aware of my situation.

The woman from Toyota simply wanted...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-07-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 86,824
Posted By eriktherod
Just thought I'd give you guys an update on the...

Just thought I'd give you guys an update on the situation (even if it isn't much yet).

I called the dealership this afternoon to get a status report on the car. Toyota is apparently very...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-07-2014, 12:21 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 86,824
Posted By eriktherod
From what the technician told me, that seems...

From what the technician told me, that seems correct.

What I can't quite make out is which of these two is more accurate:


The engine was burning oil and since #4 is the last bearing to be...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 03-06-2014, 11:24 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 86,824
Posted By eriktherod
Engine Failure (#4 Rod Bearing + Short Block)

I could have sworn I posted this here when it happened (back in January of this year), but I guess I didn't.

I thought I'd share the issue I had then, because my 86 is in the shop yet again for...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-04-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 25,901
Posted By eriktherod
Abolishing the brand entirely is a bit harsh. ...

Abolishing the brand entirely is a bit harsh.

For years Toyota themselves made boring cars, they've even admitted it. The Scion brand was far more 'exciting' than Toyota themselves. Lexus is well,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 02-04-2013, 09:29 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 25,901
Posted By eriktherod
The problem with the poll is I don't understand...

The problem with the poll is I don't understand if you mean abolish the Scion brand entirely or just for sporty cars such as the FR-S.

If you are saying the former, no, the Scion brand can stay....
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 11-09-2012, 03:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,907
Posted By eriktherod
What will always bother you is the stupid...

What will always bother you is the stupid steering wheel. :P
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-04-2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,554
Posted By eriktherod
PERRIN Crank Pulley Impressions

I apologize in advance if I'm late to doing this mod and if there's already another discussion thread on this!

I just did this mod today and I have to say first off, what a breeze. Props to...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-15-2012, 02:42 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 32,828
Posted By eriktherod
Oh definitely, I've been in some long...

Oh definitely, I've been in some long relationships (2-3 years) and after the first one or two it becomes everyday. If you can take that person after as long as you have been around them, I'd say...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-14-2012, 11:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,363
Posted By eriktherod
I love the view of it from the rear, however I...

I love the view of it from the rear, however I don't like the side/oblique view of it (like from an angle).

I think the only one I like from ALL angles is the Five Axis one. Low profile but adds...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-14-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 1,414
Views: 348,542
Posted By eriktherod
Sigh. Even with a lot of work the Si is still not...

Sigh. Even with a lot of work the Si is still not nearly as fun a drive. Ask me how I know ;)
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 08-13-2012, 08:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,563
Posted By eriktherod
A funny idea with the rear-fog light...

So as we all know.. the rear fog "light" for us in the states does absolutely nothing. It's not even attached to a working bulb!

A few people have added a working light connected to their...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-12-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 30,580
Posted By eriktherod
I assume you mean the idle 'issue' that we talk...

I assume you mean the idle 'issue' that we talk about often. It dips down to <500 and then blips itself back to around 900+? It's fairly common, and I believe it's normal just a bit...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-12-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 25,155
Posted By eriktherod
I have had these types of discussions with a few...

I have had these types of discussions with a few people and it's annoying. I don't mind differing opinions and tastes, but I DO mind heavily misguided and unfair ones. There will always be people who...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 08-12-2012, 02:06 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 35,068
Posted By eriktherod
Reminds me I have some G2 paint laying around......

Reminds me I have some G2 paint laying around... I need to get on this!

How does the red match with Firestorm? That was my only concern is that it would be an off-red compared to the car itself.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-11-2012, 11:51 PM
Replies: 24,677
Views: 7,557,926
Posted By eriktherod
Got my Grimmspeed oil cap in today! Woooo! It...

Got my Grimmspeed oil cap in today! Woooo! It looks and feels quality-made, definitely recommend it!

Close up:
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/200708_10100484701207057_597592940_n.jpg...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 08-10-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,296
Posted By eriktherod
While I always wear my seatbelt out of habit (my...

While I always wear my seatbelt out of habit (my dad ingrained into me as a child), I think it's everyone's choice. We're all adults here and if you want to choose to not wear one, that's your...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 08-10-2012, 06:25 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 45,095
Posted By eriktherod
New car, this is ridiculous. Sheet metal should...

New car, this is ridiculous. Sheet metal should not be disfigured from the factory.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-10-2012, 11:18 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 28,499
Posted By eriktherod
I also wondered why Hyundai has been able to get...

I also wondered why Hyundai has been able to get away with their badge. It's very similar to Honda's and.... I don't think if I made an italicized Toyota badge it would be okay. ;)

Then again,...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-09-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 38,033
Posted By eriktherod
Well.. it kind of goes like.......

Well.. it kind of goes like.... brrrrrruUUUUUHHUHHHHHHHH!

Seriously though, it is a tube that T's off the side of the main intake tubing (post-filter, before it goes into the intake manifold). The...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-09-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 15,676
Posted By eriktherod
I came from an 08 Si with i/h/e/flash pro and a...

I came from an 08 Si with i/h/e/flash pro and a few other mods (mounts, pulleys). I'm willing to bet I had about 240-250bhp on that thing after all the mods and tuning. I do miss the VTEC kick at 4k...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-09-2012, 03:27 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 28,499
Posted By eriktherod
Toyota's name is on the engine because Subaru...

Toyota's name is on the engine because Subaru does not have a DI motor (yet). The manual transmission is an Aisin 6-speed based off the AZ6, but is called the T70(?), it's a Toyota-modified design....
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-08-2012, 04:46 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 28,499
Posted By eriktherod
I think it's funny that you would say...

I think it's funny that you would say "engineered" by Subaru when everyone here knows Subaru would never make a RWD NA sports car nowadays. This was Toyota's project from the start and they enlisted...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-08-2012, 12:24 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,065
Posted By eriktherod
As a former Si owner myself, I totally agree with...

As a former Si owner myself, I totally agree with you. Maybe it was the louder exhaust.. or "just another Civic" mentality. Ironically, the Si would be faster than the FR-S in a straight line (not...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-07-2012, 09:37 PM
Replies: 1,414
Views: 348,542
Posted By eriktherod
That Hot Lava looks so nice contrasting with...

That Hot Lava looks so nice contrasting with scenery!
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-06-2012, 11:45 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 29,191
Posted By eriktherod
Seriously. Broadway Convex 300m (Blue Tinted)...

Seriously. Broadway Convex 300m (Blue Tinted) (~$20)

Best mod I've ever done to a car. And it's JDM yo'~
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-03-2012, 04:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,862
Posted By eriktherod
Highly recommend replacing the shift knob. If you...

Highly recommend replacing the shift knob. If you think you like the feel of shifter now, just wait. :D
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-03-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 48,690
Posted By eriktherod
Basically, it falls under these categories of...

Basically, it falls under these categories of questions:

1) Does it make the car go faster? No.
2) Does it make the car any safer? No.
3) Does it make the car handle any better? No.
4) Does it...
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