Weederr's Series.Yellowbird tS

[Si_Chris]

Originally Posted by weederr33

I have some high temp RTV sealant. I just need to take the time to clean all the gunk and then patch it.

I remember seeing this post a while back in where someone had success patching it: https://www.ft86club.com/forums/show...5&postcount=24

Definitely would give it a shot.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Si_Chris

I remember seeing this post a while back in where someone had success patching it: https://www.ft86club.com/forums/show...5&postcount=24

Definitely would give it a shot.

Yup! That's the post I saw that gave me the idea

[Payload]

It looks very nice. So about how much power are you getting out of this yellow brz ??

[KR-S]

Originally Posted by Payload

It looks very nice. So about how much power are you getting out of this yellow brz ??

Probably more than your FR-S.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by Payload

It looks very nice. So about how much power are you getting out of this yellow brz ??

Originally Posted by KR-S 86

Probably more than your FR-S.

Oh no not you....

Idk about power since I haven't dyno'd it.

[KR-S]

Originally Posted by weederr33

Oh no not you....

Idk about power since I haven't dyno'd it.

In before this guy tells you what you should put in your car.

[weederr33]

While changing my oil, I finally installed a fumoto drain valve! I was very hesitant at first as I could not determine the clearance of the valve to the skid plate. But there is roughly a 1/4" of space. And while I do have some scuffs on my plate, they are all from a single extreme moment of evading an object. I look forward to seeing how this does on my next oil change!

[Payload]

This drain valve definitely looks like it fits within the skid plate clearance space.. It also looks nicely installed.. Good job.

[ROFL it's Waffle]

Originally Posted by weederr33

While changing my oil, I finally installed a fumoto drain valve! I was very hesitant at first as I could not determine the clearance of the valve to the skid plate. But there is roughly a 1/4" of space. And while I do have some scuffs on my plate, they are all from a single extreme moment of evading an object. I look forward to seeing how this does on my next oil change!

I am extremely pleased with this product. I installed these on all of my cars. I think the valves with the nipple on the end are meant more for vehicles with higher ground clearance (more than 6 inches). I used to be in the habit of buying a new drain bolt, because for some reason the bolts start to round off on me (I only use 6-sided wrenches, never anything else, and "I don't think" I was torquing them beyond spec, but DYSLEXIA, so...).

I will say, my first time using it, I forgot to close the valve, so I dumped a quart of new oil into my drain pan before I realized it "man, this car is thirsty..."

Also, that plastic piece that "secures" the valve lever, this is a new addition (my Lexus has this too). I never had a problem with the valve "just opening up." I think Fumoto did this just to pacify some of the skeptics.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by ROFL it's Waffle

I am extremely pleased with this product. I installed these on all of my cars. I think the valves with the nipple on the end are meant more for vehicles with higher ground clearance (more than 6 inches). I used to be in the habit of buying a new drain bolt, because for some reason the bolts start to round off on me (I only use 6-sided wrenches, never anything else, and "I don't think" I was torquing them beyond spec, but DYSLEXIA, so...).

I will say, my first time using it, I forgot to close the valve, so I dumped a quart of new oil into my drain pan before I realized it "man, this car is thirsty..."

Also, that plastic piece that "secures" the valve lever, this is a new addition (my Lexus has this too). I never had a problem with the valve "just opening up." I think Fumoto did this just to pacify some of the skeptics.

The plastic retainer does make me feel safer.
I also look forward to draining my oil now! I'll probably get the drain tube before I do it.

[weederr33]

I did it! I waited a little over a month to get it but it came in this afternoon by surprise. The ACE CS400 ^^

[new2subaru]

Nice. Looking forward to your review

[mistople]

Originally Posted by weederr33

I did it! I waited a little over a month to get it but it came in this afternoon by surprise. The ACE CS400 ^^

Nice! Ace FTW.

Even though I've had some issues with the OP flange bolts coming undone on track (tricky design), my A350 is still my favorite modification on my car.

Curious to hear how you like the 400.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by mistople

Nice! Ace FTW.

Even though I've had some issues with the OP flange bolts coming undone on track (tricky design), my A350 is still my favorite modification on my car.

Curious to hear how you like the 400.

You know, I thought I had read you had issues with the OP flanges and an exhaust leak. I was meaning to PM you about that. I did order an extra pair of gaskets just in case. I did accidentally get one of the bolts stuck while fiddling with how I'd install it. lol so I don't think it's going anywhere. I'm looking forward to it as well!

I choose the CS400 since it has a little more down low and I daily my car. As well, the cost was a little more justifiable than getting a coated A350 with the sacrifice of a few ponies up top. I should be getting it installed later in the week and then begin data logging with Zach @ CSG. I have something else I'm wanting to install since I'm on lock down thanks to the SARS-Cov-2 virus going around.