WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

[EndlessAzure]

Originally Posted by orz

Today, I replaced my wipers blades and removed the oem spoiler. (Subaru says, they don't do the inserts anymore.)
I plugged the factory holes with some neochrome dress up washers I had leftover in the toolbox.
Got 12 rubber washers, 4-6mm nuts, and 6 flat washers. What do you think? I like it!

My local subaru dealer said the same thing. I ordered online through a Subaru Dealership, and they got me both inserts recently.


I don't like the construction of the new wiper blades. The inserts/blades are just glued on.

[ToySub1946]

My solution....

Simply buy a whole new blade/refill combo....

Michelin 'high performance' (fast ez-lok installation) in 20" and 22" sizes.

From Wallyworld about $6.27 each.


Do they look exactly like the originals ? No. Do I care ? No. They work nicely, and are long lasting.

[q335r49]

Kydex hand brake cover for exposed hand brake. This is my first time I've worked with this stuff and it is truly amazing space age material that a baby could work with. Perfectly form fitting removable snap fit covers with no rattling. I can't believe this stuff isn't used more often.

We'll see how it holds up in heat.

[Overdrive]

Originally Posted by q335r49

We'll see how it holds up in heat.

That will definitely be the test, because enough heat will cause kydex to want to go back to its original shape, and that's when you'd get any loosening or warping.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by ToySub1946

My solution....

Simply buy a whole new blade/refill combo.....

I didn't realize they still sold refills, its been so long since I didn't buy the blade/refill combo.

[Th3rdSun]

Originally Posted by orz

Today, I replaced my wipers blades and removed the oem spoiler. (Subaru says, they don't do the inserts anymore.)
I plugged the factory holes with some neochrome dress up washers I had leftover in the toolbox.
Got 12 rubber washers, 4-6mm nuts, and 6 flat washers. What do you think? I like it!

It almost looks like those plugs are part of some sort of detachable magnetic spoiler system. it would kinda be cool if someone actually made something like that,with rare earth magnets.Six of those would pretty much guarantee that the spoiler wouldn't fly off at higher speeds...I think.

[humfrz]

Originally Posted by orz

Today, I replaced my wipers blades and removed the oem spoiler. (Subaru says, they don't do the inserts anymore.)
I plugged the factory holes with some neochrome dress up washers I had leftover in the toolbox.
Got 12 rubber washers, 4-6mm nuts, and 6 flat washers. What do you think? I like it!

Hi ya, orz.

I just have to ask, why did you remove the OEM spoiler?

As far as your mod, it looks to me, like someone took something off your car and placed bolts in the holes left in the body -

PS - is the Giant Artichoke still in business?

[Sapphireho]

Originally Posted by humfrz

PS - is the Giant Artichoke still in business?

That brings back memories. We had a Giant Artichoke in San Jose years ago on the corner of Winchester and Stevens Creek. Before that, it was The Doggie Diner.

[tarzan_nojane]

Originally Posted by EndlessAzure

My local subaru dealer said the same thing. I ordered online through a Subaru Dealership, and they got me both inserts recently.


I don't like the construction of the new wiper blades. The inserts/blades are just glued on.

Here is a summary of the OEM replacement insert part numbers:

550mm Rubber Unit (Driver Side)
_Dealer___ Part#____MSRP
Subaru 86548 CA000 $13.45
Toyota SU003-04215 $16.74
Toyota SU003-04213 $8.32

500mm Rubber Unit (Passenger Side)
_Dealer___ Part#____MSRP
Subaru 86579 CA050 $11.95
Toyota SU003-04216 $15.81
Toyota SU003-04214 $8.32

[Spuds]

Originally Posted by Th3rdSun

It almost looks like those plugs are part of some sort of detachable magnetic spoiler system. it would kinda be cool if someone actually made something like that,with rare earth magnets.Six of those would pretty much guarantee that the spoiler wouldn't fly off at higher speeds...I think.

Why would anybody want that?

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by Spuds

Why would anybody want that?

It's for the guys who claim to remove their GTwing after track day but can only afford the spoiler

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[RToyo86]

Arrived home and these were waiting for me.

[orz]

Originally Posted by humfrz

Hi ya, orz.

I just have to ask, why did you remove the OEM spoiler?

As far as your mod, it looks to me, like someone took something off your car and placed bolts in the holes left in the body -

PS - is the Giant Artichoke still in business?

^yes! It's good for two things: fried artichokes, and sandwiches. But if you're ever in Castroville; definitely, stop by the Patio Burger, and try the patio
cheese burger/fries!

I just got carried away playing with the car and having too much fun with the 86. She makes me happy. I originally wanted one without a spoiler, and that one day I would remove it.

I remember talking to my friend's mom and dad(whose really into hot rods) told me; back in his car days, rivets to bolt on fenders and such was a style thing.

When I was talking to his mom, she talked about how zippers and buttons were used in high end clothing/fashion.

So I had this idea that if I plugged the holes with nice buttons it would prevent water from going in and could look nice too. Now I think about it the car looks like I have hood pins or body piercings. kek.

Thanks for the feedback and everyone for the positive vibes!

[Stephen W.]

Originally Posted by RToyo86

Arrived home and these were waiting for me.

What, from where and how much???