Blown / Seized Engines Fixed in MY14? - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

husker741 · 10-23-2013, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by thill

The issues that have been reported with tracked cars should have been fixed with any car produced after January 2013. There was an update to the ECU which should prevent further damage to the direct injectors. As others have said, this issue seems to be pretty limited and there are lots of folks that have tracked their car with zero issues.

That said, if you are expecting to spend a lot of time at the track, you may want to spend some money on additional cooling (radiator, oil cooler, etc). Probably worth the peace of mind.

Have they made an ECU update to everyone or only people experiencing the issues? I've to the same sound this guy has... http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44851

strat61caster · 10-23-2013, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by husker741

Have they made an ECU update to everyone or only people experiencing the issues? I've to the same sound this guy has... http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44851

No, only the cars rolling out of the factory after January 2013 have the updated tune, dealerships don't have the procedure in place to flash older cars with the newer flash. December production is still up in the air but definitely not November cars.

FR-S Matt · 10-23-2013, 04:09 PM

Going on 12k miles and my only issue is crickets. I don't see a problem with the engine. I had a slight idle issue breaking in, but that is completely gone. Running great and I am also Ecutek tuned now.

Tromatic · 10-23-2013, 05:31 PM

Everything is fine. I have none of the problems posted all over this forum, other than the fuel-pump chirp and that does not bother me at all.

7thgear · 10-23-2013, 06:12 PM

Okay i don't poke my nose too much into this section

and i can't find any current stickies regarding this DI thing

what is the most current thread on the subject? As someone with one of the earliest cars i'm rather concerned...

Rayme · 10-23-2013, 06:15 PM

22 000 KM, may 2012 built date, everything's fine so far, I don't even have crickets *knocks on wood

iLuveKetchup · 10-23-2013, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Tromatic

Everything is fine. I have none of the problems posted all over this forum, other than the fuel-pump chirp and that does not bother me at all.

You'll find more info in the tracking/motosports section. But I wouldn't worry much if your car is used for street only.

TeamZleep · 10-23-2013, 08:37 PM

Going to hit 20k next week. I've had it since Jan.

No issues, Crickets are here and there (who cares). Not a darn thing wrong. I've given up worrying about little things and enjoy the car. So much better this way.

czar07 · 10-23-2013, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by iLuveKetchup

Edit: Are you guys aware of the ringland issues going on with the 07+ STi engines. Subaru is not doing anything about that. Which leads me to second guess Subaru engine reliability (on their new cars).

Apparently those were also due to bad tunes and was fixed in 09 models. Dont think there were many, if any that failed at stock power. I know of a few that had ring failure over stock power though

MeFryRice · 10-23-2013, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by iLuveKetchup

Edit: Are you guys aware of the ringland issues going on with the 07+ STi engines. Subaru is not doing anything about that. Which leads me to second guess Subaru engine reliability (on their new cars).

THe ringland issue on Subaru's wasn't limited to the 07+ model but goes back to the 02+ EJ20 motor as well. The motors have a cast piston but can be fixed (or at least less of a worry) with a set of forged pistons.

Like others have already mentioned, why worry when the vehicle has a new car warranty? If you've already exceeded the warranty mileage and your're still concerned then trade it in on a new one or start budgeting for another motor. Every car is going to have their issues. I personally wouldn't loose sleep over it.

ayau · 10-23-2013, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by 7thgear

Okay i don't poke my nose too much into this section

and i can't find any current stickies regarding this DI thing

what is the most current thread on the subject? As someone with one of the earliest cars i'm rather concerned...

I'm surprised you haven't seen it. It's been discussed in many threads in the track subforum. I don't believe there's a sticky thread.

ayau · 10-23-2013, 10:26 PM

@iLuveKetchup, what's wrong with your track S2k and STI DD? Seems like the perfect combination.

P5yk0t1c · 10-23-2013, 10:49 PM

My motor was blown after 2,000miles. No racing, only street driving. They replaced the motor under warranty and it has been a nightmare ever since. Car has been in for service 13x in 6 months...I kept losing about 30% of power, so they checked the cylinders and said #2 is off, but within parameters....lol. So basically saying cylinder #2 is crap but just deal with it.

Like a doctor after a heart transplant, "Sir, your heart exploded, so we have replaced your heart with one that has 1 clogged artery...but don't worry...you'll be fine."

iLuveKetchup · 10-23-2013, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ayau

@iLuveKetchup, what's wrong with your track S2k and STI DD? Seems like the perfect combination.

Nothing wrong with it. I go through these phases with cars. Although I have a hard time letting go of the s2k. You should keep your BRZ!!

10-23-2013, 06:12 PM	#19
7thgear i'm sorry, what? Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: Canada Location: I rock a beat harder than you can beat it with rocks Posts: 4,399 Thanks: 357 Thanked 2,508 Times in 1,268 Posts Mentioned: 40 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	Okay i don't poke my nose too much into this section and i can't find any current stickies regarding this DI thing what is the most current thread on the subject? As someone with one of the earliest cars i'm rather concerned... __________________ don't you think if I was wrong, I'd know it?

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Rayme The Answer Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: Mazda 2 Location: Moncton, NB Posts: 1,233 Thanks: 488 Thanked 661 Times in 315 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	22 000 KM, may 2012 built date, everything's fine so far, I don't even have crickets *knocks on wood __________________ \| Roof wrap thread

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P5yk0t1c Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: 2014 FR-S Location: Canada Posts: 84 Thanks: 29 Thanked 34 Times in 18 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My motor was blown after 2,000miles. No racing, only street driving. They replaced the motor under warranty and it has been a nightmare ever since. Car has been in for service 13x in 6 months...I kept losing about 30% of power, so they checked the cylinders and said #2 is off, but within parameters....lol. So basically saying cylinder #2 is crap but just deal with it. Like a doctor after a heart transplant, "Sir, your heart exploded, so we have replaced your heart with one that has 1 clogged artery...but don't worry...you'll be fine."

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