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Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 07-01-2022, 02:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
I love the looks of the Emira, but I would never...

I love the looks of the Emira, but I would never want to be a first adopter. Perhaps a japanese car or porsche, but never in my life a Lotus :D

Let's see how it matures and how much "newborn...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 06-21-2022, 03:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
Glad the ordeal is over (knocking on wood),...

Glad the ordeal is over (knocking on wood), Stockysnail.

Thank you for the update.

I feel your pain and frustration.

My modified 86 (built engine + HKS SC) will be the last car where I'll...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 04-22-2022, 01:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
Perhaps checking if the EVAP system is leak free?...

Perhaps checking if the EVAP system is leak free? That might also cause a lean code.

Food for thought, I spotted this on the Scion Xa/Xb forum:
...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-19-2022, 12:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,564
Posted By Boccaccio
AFAIK from other Toyota products, it should work....

AFAIK from other Toyota products, it should work. I haven't tried it yet since my car is still in storage and haven't found time to tend to her needs :P
...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-15-2022, 02:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,564
Posted By Boccaccio
Installing the included software onto your laptop...

Installing the included software onto your laptop and connecting the cable from the PC to the OBD port, easy peasy :)
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 04-14-2022, 02:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,564
Posted By Boccaccio
I personally use the "cracked" Toyota Techstream...

I personally use the "cracked" Toyota Techstream cable/software combo:
...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 03-31-2022, 04:28 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,578
Posted By Boccaccio
I've done some digging around the oil-club.de...

I've done some digging around the oil-club.de forum.

It seems this is an excellent Group IV and Group V synthetic engine oil (Ester and PAO based) with a lot of ZDDP and Molybdenum (really good...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 03-02-2022, 12:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,816
Posted By Boccaccio
No additional sound deadening or acoustic...

No additional sound deadening or acoustic insulation material that would increase the weight of the "roof-module" and displace the center of gravity = tin can :)

#racecar :D
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-15-2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 63,704
Posted By Boccaccio
Thank you for the feedback, Dzmitry :)

Thank you for the feedback, Dzmitry :)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-11-2022, 06:58 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 63,704
Posted By Boccaccio
Greetings, Since there are a lot of CSG...

Greetings,

Since there are a lot of CSG Touring exhausts out there who had their fair share of heat cycles, exposure to the elements, etc. I would kindly ask the owners how their exhausts have...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-06-2022, 09:09 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 20,522
Posted By Boccaccio
Hey, Dan Disclaimer: I don't want to...

Hey, Dan

Disclaimer:

I don't want to start a tribology war and I was just stating my experience :)
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I...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 02-04-2022, 02:50 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 20,522
Posted By Boccaccio
Food for thought: EDM GT86, MY2015. ...

Food for thought:

EDM GT86, MY2015.

Setup:

Dialed out custom Stage2 tune (UEL header), 0W_20 (Eneos, ILSAC GF5, API SN), without oil cooler.

Route:
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-25-2022, 04:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
+1 on checking for vacuum leaks. ...

+1 on checking for vacuum leaks.

Additionaly,
stockysnail

Are your hoses securely clamped under the Intake Manifold -->

https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109444

EDIT:...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-17-2022, 10:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
No problem :) It's usually the "little...

No problem :)

It's usually the "little things" that bite you in the "behind" :P

Hope that stockysnail fixes his problem and that the solution is a simple gasket replacement/rejuvenation.
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-17-2022, 12:36 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
Take a look at this brief but simple explanation...

Take a look at this brief but simple explanation (scroll down to the paragraph explaining the basics of gas reversion)
...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-16-2022, 05:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
A leak at the overpipe-header will introduce a...

A leak at the overpipe-header will introduce a small bit of oxygen into the system due to exhaust gas reversion and will increase the LTFT values at idle and low throttle input (usually driving in...
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-14-2022, 02:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
I used a nitrile glove, taped (painters tape)...

I used a nitrile glove, taped (painters tape) around the other exhaust tip.

Once you turn on the shop-vac, prepare to laugh :P
Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB 01-14-2022, 12:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,476
Posted By Boccaccio
I had a similiar issue. High LTFT below 1400~1600...

I had a similiar issue. High LTFT below 1400~1600 and when idling.

Cause was a small exhaust leak in the header - overpipe connection. Remflex gaskets fixed the issue.

Used a shop-vac and...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) 01-13-2022, 02:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,706
Posted By Boccaccio
chipmunk I will buy you a 6-pack of beer...

chipmunk

I will buy you a 6-pack of beer (via paypal, your choice of brand/flavour) if you make a review of the FelPro oil pan gasket :D

Been considering using the gasket instead of RTV for...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 01-09-2022, 06:07 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 21,584
Posted By Boccaccio
Hey, Tatsu333 Another option to consider is...

Hey, Tatsu333

Another option to consider is the Aros exhaust.

Also from Italy and extremely popular among the IT 86/BRZ community.

You can mount the stock tips onto the catback, no issue. ...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-11-2021, 01:49 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,627
Posted By Boccaccio
I think the caliper is older than 10 years :P ...

I think the caliper is older than 10 years :P

For me, personally, the grey anodized AP Racing calipers are "special". Mainly because they're used on a lot of cars in the pro and amateur rally...
Forum: GR86 General Topics (2nd Gen 2022+ Toyota 86) 11-11-2021, 12:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,627
Posted By Boccaccio
The 1st-gen got a TRD rebadged brembo kit with 2...

The 1st-gen got a TRD rebadged brembo kit with 2 piece rear rotors (unlike 1pc for gen2):

https://www.trdparts.jp/english/product/86_performanceline/parts_brake.html

The brake kit is also...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-19-2021, 07:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 615
Posted By Boccaccio
Here you go Kevin :) 11810AA141 ...

Here you go Kevin :)

11810AA141

https://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru__/PCV-Valve-Valve-Complete-Control/62881234/11810AA141.html

Once you remove the stock FA20 PCV Valve, you'll see how soft...
Forum: BRZ Second-Gen (2022+) -- General Topics 10-14-2021, 07:25 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 15,835
Posted By Boccaccio
For those who plan to replace the front...

For those who plan to replace the front suspension knuckles, I've found a post on minkara.carview, where they already swapped the aluminium versions onto a 1st gen BRZ/86:
...
Forum: Forced Induction 10-01-2021, 06:31 AM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 429,001
Posted By Boccaccio
Will look into it, thank you! :)

Will look into it, thank you! :)
Forum: Forced Induction 09-30-2021, 05:42 AM
Replies: 1,048
Views: 429,001
Posted By Boccaccio
tomm.brz Impressive results! Which...

tomm.brz

Impressive results!

Which brand of octane booster did you run/use?

Been contemplating on stocking up on some booster for those rare occasions where 100RON is not available.
...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-26-2021, 07:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,669
Posted By Boccaccio
Check your exhaust system for leaks. Pay...

Check your exhaust system for leaks. Pay particular attention to the header-overpipe and overpipe-frontpipe connection.

I suggest using a shop-vac with blowing function and soapy water:
...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 08-25-2021, 02:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,232
Posted By Boccaccio
Sounds like a bad vacuum pump (+ you stating the...

Sounds like a bad vacuum pump (+ you stating the sound is not present when cold):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGYvg5IFy3o
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-24-2021, 03:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,813
Posted By Boccaccio
I hear you, the stock 86/BRZ wheelset is really...

I hear you, the stock 86/BRZ wheelset is really awful in the looks department :(

One more wheel to consider is the Autec Wizard. Reasonably light + similiar to the OZ UL design-wise (looks like a...
Forum: Member's Car Journals 08-23-2021, 04:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,813
Posted By Boccaccio
You will be adding unsprung mass, so don't expect...

You will be adding unsprung mass, so don't expect an increase in performance. Performance wise it will be worse than stock, since the ABT DR wheels are known to tip the higher end of the scale (the...
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