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Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-06-2021, 11:11 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Sorry if my post makes some people on this forum...

Sorry if my post makes some people on this forum think I am bragging my new car. I really am trying to decide what to do with my BRZ and in the past I posted on here asking technical questions about...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-06-2021, 10:50 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Actually it is a garage What made you think...

Actually it is a garage

What made you think it is a bathroom? Are you well aware that in tropical climate, which this garage is based, tiles are used on garage walls as well?

Show me your...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 11:12 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
I think you made a very good point on wanting...

I think you made a very good point on wanting something different.

Also spot on on those points about the BRZ. Stiff handling and loud noise are always there even when you just want to 'cruise'...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 11:00 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
I actually tried to secure a deposit on the Yaris...

I actually tried to secure a deposit on the Yaris GR past few months, but they were all sold out!

Went to great lengths by calling Toyota corporate to get on the waiting list. Have not received...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Cadillacs are awesome! Would love to own one but...

Cadillacs are awesome! Would love to own one but sadly not possible over here.

Even Camaros are beguiling, if only they make RHD ones. Rented one whilst on a business trip in the US and it was a...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 12:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Some great suggestions! Looking into SUVs as...

Some great suggestions!

Looking into SUVs as well.

Just a little concerned about car's stability during spirited drives.

911s and Macans are out of budget sadly. Would ideally like to make...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 10:04 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Completely agree with you, and that is why I am a...

Completely agree with you, and that is why I am a little unsure as to what I should replace it with.

To expand on why the Cayman was with me for only a few months: the 981CS was absolutely...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Yea sorry that was my bad! Looking for...

Yea sorry that was my bad!

Looking for something that has a higher ground clearance with a bit more comfort. It should still be fun to drive with preferably a little bit more torque.

I found...
Forum: BRZ First-Gen (2012+) -- General Topics 02-05-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,315
Posted By V9Rs
Moving on from BRZ?

Hi guys,

I am entering my third year of BRZ ownership.

It used to be a daily driver for almost a year when I had an evo 9RS as a weekend car.

Last year the Evo was replaced with a 981 Cayman...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-05-2020, 02:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
Can I spray directly onto the switch?

Can I spray directly onto the switch?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-05-2020, 09:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
Another update: Started car this evening and...

Another update:

Started car this evening and played around with the mirror switch.

managed to get driver side fully working again!

Passenger side is still stuck with horizontal adjustment
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2020, 12:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
Quick update: Went to the garage just now...

Quick update:

Went to the garage just now and tried fiddling with the switch.

After flipping the switch and folding/unfolding the Mirror back and forth the passenger side started to Move...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2020, 09:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
BKK is Bangkok ;) Yep BRZs over here are JDM...

BKK is Bangkok ;)

Yep BRZs over here are JDM spec and come with power folding mirrors.

I lived in the UK for a while and had a Porsche 987S whilst there with no power folding mirrors. Can...
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2020, 09:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
Cheers for that Could pharoa ants chew on...

Cheers for that

Could pharoa ants chew on those wires?

Had a few of those crawling on the car for a few days. After a few washes I hardly see one.
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2020, 09:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
Do you think the switch should be the first...

Do you think the switch should be the first suspect?
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2020, 07:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
It is rainy season over here. I dont think I ever...

It is rainy season over here. I dont think I ever got the switch wet.

Could there be water ingress in the mirrors?

Or the switch is broken?

Thanks again
Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum 08-04-2020, 07:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,685
Posted By V9Rs
Wing mirrors not working!

Hi guys

My wing mirrors suddenly stopped working :cry:

The driver's side only moves up and down while the passenger side doesnt work at all.

Could it be the fuse?

Any help is greatly...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-09-2020, 02:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By V9Rs
Thanks guys Glad to know it will be okay I...

Thanks guys
Glad to know it will be okay
I was worried seeing the support flex like that as it was being pushed down
At least they were careful not to push on plastic parts ����
Will try to do...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-08-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By V9Rs
Exactly my thoughts, dude Saw the mechanic...

Exactly my thoughts, dude

Saw the mechanic pushing down on headlight support and noticed the frame flexing a little. I then Inspected it after and didn’t see anything visibly bent.

Not sure if...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-08-2020, 02:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By V9Rs
Any answers would be greatly appreciated! ...

Any answers would be greatly appreciated!

Just want to know if there is no harm to pressing down on those frames to rock the suspension

Thanks again guys
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-08-2020, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By V9Rs
Is our engine bay strong enough to be pushed?

Hi guys,

Been wondering if our cars’ engine bay is strong enough to be pushed down to check for suspension noises.

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Witnessed areas circled in attached pic pushed down (noticed flexing...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-04-2019, 09:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,058
Posted By V9Rs
Hi Ultra, It is 5 years old 😅 Been told...

Hi Ultra,

It is 5 years old 😅

Been told by mechanic not to worry about it due to typical breather venting out.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 04-03-2019, 10:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,058
Posted By V9Rs
Damp patch on transmission case

Hi guys,

New Automatic BRZ owner here.

Just checking in to see if you guys think the damp patch on the transmission case is a cause of concern? (pic taken from engine bay)
...
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