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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 03-08-2024, 09:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,772
Posted By Opie
While I agree that the payout was nothing to the...

While I agree that the payout was nothing to the insurance company, Insurance companies only have to return a car to it's pre-incident condition. Not make it new again. Anyone could look at this car...
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-06-2024, 05:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,160
Posted By Opie
That's in AUD not USD

That's in AUD not USD
Forum: Suspension | Chassis | Brakes -- Sponsored by 949 Racing 03-05-2024, 11:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,160
Posted By Opie
$18,000 USD??? Looks awesome, but that's an...

$18,000 USD??? Looks awesome, but that's an insane price.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-29-2024, 08:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 501
Posted By Opie
Yes, I knew it....it the Main Body ECM...

Yes, I knew it....it the Main Body ECM customizable settings is where you select the destination (market) for the car, this changes the cluster to display mph or kph and miles or kilometers based on...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-29-2024, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 501
Posted By Opie
Pretty sure they use the same cluster.... Is...

Pretty sure they use the same cluster....
Is there are part number on the (Canadian) cluster that was taken out? I could cross reference it to the US part number.

Also, am pretty sure that what...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-29-2024, 08:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,772
Posted By Opie
So I won the auction, went and picked up the car...

So I won the auction, went and picked up the car and lo and behold, this thing is mint. No evidence of any flood, interior is completely dry, car still smells new inside, seat rails are perfect, all...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-29-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,772
Posted By Opie
So I'd like to take a moment and let out some...

So I'd like to take a moment and let out some frustration on the insurance industry and how easily it claims certain vehicles as a total loss. Case in point, my latest purchase.
2013 Subaru BRZ...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-29-2024, 05:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 501
Posted By Opie
The issue is in the cluster wiring I'd bet...if...

The issue is in the cluster wiring I'd bet...if you swapped two clusters and getting the same result...I'd get a wiring diagram and check each pin at the cluster plug....
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 02-28-2024, 09:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,260
Posted By Opie
If over 60k, why not just drop the pan, replace...

If over 60k, why not just drop the pan, replace the strainer, clean off the magnets and then refill. That way you'd be getting all the fluid except what was in the torque converter.

If you are...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 02-27-2024, 03:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 286
Posted By Opie
To be quite honest, it's likely the same...

To be quite honest, it's likely the same interface, but on an Android 11 tablet. I think the Autel units have more durable cases, shock-resistance to make them more catered to the professional...
Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides 02-27-2024, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 286
Posted By Opie
Adding Keys, including SmartKey

I know there have been many questions without resolution on how to add additional keys to the 86 platform without a factory scan tool. Even those with the TechStream app have found difficulty when...
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-17-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
That is currently to be seen. Ideally I'd love to...

That is currently to be seen. Ideally I'd love to be able to use the FA20 valves and springs, but haven't researched at all the specs of each. I want the FA24 heads with the FA24 short block to...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 02-13-2024, 01:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 780
Posted By Opie
Rodent damage?

Rodent damage?
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-10-2024, 07:23 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
I'm looking for 2022+ Cylinder heads, I've also...

I'm looking for 2022+ Cylinder heads, I've also got a 2013 long block. I've seen RS Motor's solution which is great, but I'm not so thrilled about the modification needed on the FA20 cylinder heads...
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-09-2024, 08:55 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
For a 2013 - 2016 car, yes.

For a 2013 - 2016 car, yes.
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-09-2024, 06:01 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
Not so much the cams, but the cam phazers to keep...

Not so much the cams, but the cam phazers to keep the computer happy...




Hmm after watching that I'm even more convinced it'll work...it may also be possible to run the FA24 cams with the...
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-09-2024, 05:41 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
Not so much the cams, but the cam phazers to keep...

Not so much the cams, but the cam phazers to keep the computer happy...
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-09-2024, 08:52 AM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
Appreciate it, I've got access to the entire...

Appreciate it, I've got access to the entire Subaru Service Manuals as well.
Forum: Engine Swaps 02-08-2024, 09:47 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 66,531
Posted By Opie
Does anyone have a picture of the actual cylinder...

Does anyone have a picture of the actual cylinder heads from an FA24 from a BRZ/GR86?

I ask because I have an idea that has been brewing in my head....
FA24 block and cylinder heads with FA20 cam...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-08-2024, 04:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,930
Posted By Opie
Engine #2 has been disassembled down to the bare...

Engine #2 has been disassembled down to the bare long-block. Early indication is that this is just another lost bearing....likely #2 or #3 rod....
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-08-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 75,244
Posted By Opie
Hard to believe that is a 11 year old car....

Hard to believe that is a 11 year old car....
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-07-2024, 10:04 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 75,244
Posted By Opie
#19 is clean, this car looks unmolested...

#19 is clean, this car looks unmolested...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-05-2024, 07:55 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 75,244
Posted By Opie
Rebuilt engine was installed on Sunday...#19 now...

Rebuilt engine was installed on Sunday...#19 now just needs a detailing.

https://youtu.be/EdNE4MxRXKQ
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-05-2024, 07:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,930
Posted By Opie
Engine was installed on Sunday, runs great!...

Engine was installed on Sunday, runs great! Currently have a cheapy oil filter and oil in it along with a magnetic drain plug, will drive it about 50 miles and then drain it, install a Subaru OEM...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-03-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,930
Posted By Opie
Some of you may be wondering, what was the final...

Some of you may be wondering, what was the final cost to rebuild this motor. I've included the parts spreadsheet below. $1,359.94 in parts + $100 machine shop. Total = $1,459.94

This engine also...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 02-02-2024, 10:03 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 75,244
Posted By Opie
Motor rebuild is complete, #19 will get that...

Motor rebuild is complete, #19 will get that motor installed this weekend!
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-02-2024, 10:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,930
Posted By Opie
New piston finally arrived, got it installed and...

New piston finally arrived, got it installed and completed the engine today. Tomorrow I'll pull the bad motor out of the White #19 and by Sunday afternoon the rebuilt motor should be fully installed...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 01-31-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,314
Posted By Opie
This is likely a very simple problem to repair,...

This is likely a very simple problem to repair, and has been mentioned previously, the low light never comes on because the right side saddle still has fuel in it. Your problem will be in one of a...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-30-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 350
Views: 75,244
Posted By Opie
OK, so spent some diag time on #19 today, here is...

OK, so spent some diag time on #19 today, here is what I found.

I went ahead and removed the exhaust manifold and found why the oil was all leaking out...the oil pan had been removed previously...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-25-2024, 08:17 AM
Replies: 320
Views: 83,890
Posted By Opie
Finally got the 2nd pipe from Invidia, it is the...

Finally got the 2nd pipe from Invidia, it is the right one, yay! Now waiting to get the updated front pipe from JDL to get this thing back on the track....
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