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Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 12-20-2021, 01:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,514
Posted By sharpsicle
I do wonder about the real legality of the "not...

I do wonder about the real legality of the "not responsible for damage" signs. Just because they state it like that doesn't mean it's legally enforceable. They're still responsible if their equipment...
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 09-24-2021, 04:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,447
Posted By sharpsicle
I think he was more interested in a pic of what...

I think he was more interested in a pic of what you're doing so we can come up with better ways to try and seal it.

It's hard to make suggestions without knowing what's going on.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-16-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,880
Posted By sharpsicle
Just an FYI, if you go to get a 4-wheel alignment...

Just an FYI, if you go to get a 4-wheel alignment done and anything is bent, they will not be able to properly complete the alignment and they'll tell you.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 06-09-2021, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,588
Posted By sharpsicle
The built-in hyperflash resistors will not...

The built-in hyperflash resistors will not compensate for the tail lights being LED. If you have put aftermarket in both, it's time for a new turn signal relay.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-03-2021, 08:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,880
Posted By sharpsicle
A poor alignment, left unchecked long enough, can...

A poor alignment, left unchecked long enough, can cause other problems to crop up. I'm willing to bet you damaged something when you bent the rim that would've caused the alignment to go bad. Now...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-28-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,360
Posted By sharpsicle
https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8...

https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=86040
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-22-2021, 12:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,505
Posted By sharpsicle
If I had sold you mine 10k after the work was...

If I had sold you mine 10k after the work was done you'd still be a happy camper to this day.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 05-22-2021, 10:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,505
Posted By sharpsicle
It's only a small amount that have any kind of...

It's only a small amount that have any kind of failure after the recall. Just like reviews on yelp, you hear the most from those that had problems. The ones where everything went normally just...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-20-2021, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,541
Posted By sharpsicle
Most reliable way is to pull the fuse you're...

Most reliable way is to pull the fuse you're going to replace and take a multimeter to each side's connection and ground. The side that reads 12v with the fuse out is your "In" from your diagram.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-19-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,541
Posted By sharpsicle
Fuses do not have polarity. You can't install...

Fuses do not have polarity. You can't install them backwards. As such, there is no "positive" or "negative" side.

When he's talking about "sides" he's referring to sides of the circuit (i.e....
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs) 05-17-2021, 12:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,018
Posted By sharpsicle
It's also available from Walmart online for those...

It's also available from Walmart online for those without Costco memberships (at a premium price).

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiar-s-Car-Polymer-Wash-Wax-1-Gallon/934824136
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-14-2021, 01:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 861
Posted By sharpsicle
https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/facebook/000/5...

https://i.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/facebook/000/566/702/3f2.jpeg
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-14-2021, 01:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,505
Posted By sharpsicle
https://gal.patheticcockroach.com/galleries/humor/...

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Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-14-2021, 08:12 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,505
Posted By sharpsicle
Well, looks to me like Tcoat was on to something...

Well, looks to me like Tcoat was on to something with the firmware version maybe being incorrect. I wonder if there's any way to flash a different version yourself?
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-13-2021, 12:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,505
Posted By sharpsicle
Subaru lists the 2017 stock radio as part number...

Subaru lists the 2017 stock radio as part number 86271CA760.

The (virtually) same radio has a different part number for each year of the BRZ. That's what makes it really easy to order the wrong...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-13-2021, 08:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,505
Posted By sharpsicle
Might just be me, but those statements always...

Might just be me, but those statements always smell fishy to me. It's a great way to cover-up something you don't want to admit you did.

Even more so when he could've had the dealer fix it...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-12-2021, 03:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,505
Posted By sharpsicle
Can I ask, how do you know it was never touched...

Can I ask, how do you know it was never touched by anyone other than that specific dealership? It's not beyond reason to think the previous owner may have had a failure in the camera/headunit and...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-11-2021, 09:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,505
Posted By sharpsicle
This 100%. Like you stated, one set is with the...

This 100%. Like you stated, one set is with the image coming from the camera and the other is overlaid by the head unit. The extra set is from the camera itself.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-04-2021, 03:37 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 69,937
Posted By sharpsicle
I can't believe people still think OEM USB ports...

I can't believe people still think OEM USB ports are designed for charging. They aren't. They supply power to the device in order to operate it, they do not supply high-amperage charging power. ...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 05-04-2021, 10:07 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 69,937
Posted By sharpsicle
I have used the factory USB plug on an...

I have used the factory USB plug on an aftermarket unit for both CarPlay and AA without an issue. The factory USB is not the issue.

Often times it is the cable quality not being able to...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-22-2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,432
Posted By sharpsicle
Well sure, but you're our idiot. :cheers:

Well sure, but you're our idiot. :cheers:
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-21-2021, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,311
Posted By sharpsicle
Could you not test the starter while it's...

Could you not test the starter while it's installed by bypassing the starter signal circuit and using a remote starter button? That would help you immediately localize the problem.
...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-21-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 9,432
Posted By sharpsicle
FTFY. Also, did you even read the whole...

FTFY.

Also, did you even read the whole thread? He stated that the 40mph end of his range was not everyday operation, but just testing to understand the nature of the noise.



Others then...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-21-2021, 08:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,189
Posted By sharpsicle
Based on the above picture, a flip-up is going to...

Based on the above picture, a flip-up is going to block the air vents. Single-DIN kits mount the radio on top and a storage pocket below.

I suppose you could try flipping the kit, but I don't...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-19-2021, 08:13 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 69,937
Posted By sharpsicle
I don't see how, considering the unit is built to...

I don't see how, considering the unit is built to directly replace 1 of the 2 pieces.
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-16-2021, 08:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,905
Posted By sharpsicle
But what do you do when you're watching a movie...

But what do you do when you're watching a movie on your headunit and want surround sound? :D
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-12-2021, 08:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By sharpsicle
Even with that, he did not get a complete key. ...

Even with that, he did not get a complete key. It's clearly much easier to bring up at the point of sale, after the fact is going to be tougher. He needs the complete key, not half of one, and the...
Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment 04-10-2021, 10:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By sharpsicle
This 100%. Especially if it's a dealer, it's up...

This 100%. Especially if it's a dealer, it's up to them to get you what's missing. Never accept less than what you are owed.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 04-05-2021, 12:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 597
Posted By sharpsicle
How much snow has it seen being in Florida? I'm...

How much snow has it seen being in Florida? I'm concerned.
Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting) 03-29-2021, 08:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 863
Posted By sharpsicle
Are you receiving 12v, but the light doesn't turn...

Are you receiving 12v, but the light doesn't turn on? Or do you not have 12v power being supplied at all? A multimeter is your best friend here, both for checking for power and checking fuses.
...
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