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Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

04-04-2024, 09:40 AM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

Yes, I'm an old f*ck and need a bit of assistance...

Yes, I'm an old f*ck and need a bit of assistance getting out of my FR-S. My medicare plan gives us $100. OTC stuff for free each quarter. Amazon is now the online supplier. Ordered this:...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

02-19-2024, 06:09 AM

Replies: 17

How much ATF should be changed at main service?

Views: 3,931

Posted By RickyBobby

Thanks for the info. I have 12 qts of the...

Thanks for the info. I have 12 qts of the Valvoline Multi-Vehicle ATF. I could do 5-6X drop and fills if you can get only ~2 qts out a drop.
Here's a screen shot of the partial drain helper:
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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

09-15-2023, 04:45 PM

Replies: 10

Slippery TRD Wheel and Shift Knob

Views: 1,746

Posted By RickyBobby

Yes, I use them on my OEM steering wheel about...

Yes, I use them on my OEM steering wheel about every 3-4 months. Oil from my hands builds up on the steering wheel and makes it shiny and slippery. I have an AT so I don't use them on the shift knob...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

06-11-2023, 10:58 AM

Replies: 2,050

Drove my FR-S today, did not crash...

Views: 349,674

Posted By RickyBobby

My bro-in-law from NE was in TN for a few days....

My bro-in-law from NE was in TN for a few days. Took him for a ride on the dragon, did not crash.
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Forum: Interior Parts (Incl. Lighting)

06-01-2023, 10:12 AM

Replies: 5

Subaru Dash Trim w/ Red Stitching 66077CA201

Views: 1,107

Posted By RickyBobby

I have the same dash piece on my 2013 FR-S. It's...

I have the same dash piece on my 2013 FR-S. It's a satin finish hard plastic. The clips can be purchased from a dealer for ~$1. each, part #SU003-02967.

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Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

03-18-2023, 11:25 AM

Replies: 4

2013 FRS HU recs?

Views: 929

Posted By RickyBobby

I bought a 2015 model PT546-00140 radio from eBay...

I bought a 2015 model PT546-00140 radio from eBay a few years back. It has a volume knob, bluetooth, and touch screen. Fit my 2013 perfectly, about a 15 minute install. You may be able to find one...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

06-10-2022, 06:18 PM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

Nothing craptastic. The top of the shift knob on...

Nothing craptastic. The top of the shift knob on the AT is very plain. Instead of getting a new knob I got a stick-on 86 emblem overlay from here:...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

09-18-2021, 09:42 AM

Replies: 24

Engine oil extraction on BRZ

Views: 6,463

Posted By RickyBobby

This is like the nth time this subject has been...

This is like the nth time this subject has been posted.
Since I purchased my car used back in March, 2014 I have never had the old pan drain plug off. I have used this oil extractor:...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

06-01-2021, 08:21 AM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

Why I can not see the LCD screens on gas pumps...

Why I can not see the LCD screens on gas pumps and my bank's ATM when wearing my polarized sunglasses.
https://www.allaboutvision.com/sunglasses/polarized-lenses-and-lcd-screens/

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

05-28-2021, 02:07 PM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

I try to park out from other cars in store...

I try to park out from other cars in store parking lots, but shit like this still happens. I came out from Walmart a few weeks ago and found this. The mirror was on the ground shattered. Luckily the...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

03-10-2021, 10:14 AM

Replies: 9

AT shift knob thread size?

Views: 18,734

Posted By RickyBobby

Agree. Thought about replacing the OEM one, but I...

Agree. Thought about replacing the OEM one, but I like the silver/red stitching look so it matches; and it fits my hand perfectly. But if you want something different go for it.
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Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

01-31-2021, 08:20 AM

Replies: 9

Condensation Build up in Valenti

Views: 2,293

Posted By RickyBobby

https://chemistry.stackexchange.com/questions/1156...

https://chemistry.stackexchange.com/questions/115642/isopropyl-alcohol-leaves-a-white-haze-on-plastic-is-there-anything-i-can-use-to#:~:text=3%20Answers&text=Even%20the%20common%20alcohol%20(%20ethano...

Forum: Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing)

01-23-2021, 09:45 AM

Replies: 12

Valve Springs advice

Views: 2,782

Posted By RickyBobby

Same here, ~30,000 miles. I posted this...

Same here, ~30,000 miles.

I posted this awhile back, numbers could be a bit higher now.
https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3207525&postcount=740

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

01-09-2021, 10:56 AM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

I've never seen a lithium CR type battery leak. I...

I've never seen a lithium CR type battery leak. I have seen AA and AAA Energizer and Duracell alkaline batteries leak.
You linked to the wrong battery, a CR2032, my fob takes a CR2016, and your...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

01-08-2021, 07:20 AM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

Replaced the original 7 year old battery in my...

Replaced the original 7 year old battery in my key fob. No big deal, should take about 2 minutes to do but I'm old and need directions. This video helped. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InrBJihHyzs...

Forum: Cosmetic Modification (Interior/Exterior/Lighting)

03-13-2020, 05:23 PM

Replies: 4

Removing A-Pillar completely (green plastic retainer question)

Views: 2,340

Posted By RickyBobby

I had to remove the panel completely to run my...

I had to remove the panel completely to run my rd's power wire to the 12V socket. The green plastic retainer is a bitch to remove and replace. I used needle nose pliers to turn it 90 degrees. DO NOT...

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

03-11-2020, 07:25 PM

Replies: 2

Video guide on how to install new tail lights - Vland

Views: 1,906

Posted By RickyBobby

You should tighten the 8mm nuts in a criss cross...

You should tighten the 8mm nuts in a criss cross pattern, which you did not. Where's your torque wrench? The nuts should be tightened to ~40 in lbs.

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

03-11-2020, 07:17 PM

Replies: 7

**NEED CONFIRMATION** Subaru BRZ Dash Trim

Views: 2,046

Posted By RickyBobby

He's inquiring about part #66077CA201, which is...

He's inquiring about part #66077CA201, which is the trim with the rectangular opening.

Forum: Electronics | Audio | NAV | Infotainment

03-11-2020, 09:35 AM

Replies: 7

**NEED CONFIRMATION** Subaru BRZ Dash Trim

Views: 2,046

Posted By RickyBobby

It fit my 2013 FRS so it should fit your 2013...

It fit my 2013 FRS so it should fit your 2013 BRZ. Appears to be faux leather not real leather. http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3255762&postcount=21205

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

01-23-2020, 08:15 AM

Replies: 8

Replacement tailight gasket?

Views: 2,656

Posted By RickyBobby

Common sense to most but worth mentioning again....

Common sense to most but worth mentioning again. The main reasons for water leaking into the Valentis is not properly seating the gasket so it protrudes at least 1/4" above the sealing surface; and...

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

01-18-2020, 08:45 PM

Replies: 8

Replacement tailight gasket?

Views: 2,656

Posted By RickyBobby

https://gasketninja.com/ I installed my...

https://gasketninja.com/

I installed my Valentis ~3 1/2 years ago, so far no leaks. I did not use any sealant/adhesive on the gaskets. As per the installation instructions I torqued the 8mm nuts...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

01-07-2020, 04:51 PM

Replies: 1,654

Failure After J02 Recall - Discussion Threads

Views: 388,818

Posted By RickyBobby

We can go back and forth playing the blame game...

We can go back and forth playing the blame game ad nauseum.

I posted this awhile back. Don't know how accurate the numbers are today but even if they are a bit higher I'm still not getting the...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

11-07-2019, 07:15 AM

Replies: 1,654

Failure After J02 Recall - Discussion Threads

Views: 388,818

Posted By RickyBobby

This thread is getting, what's the word I'm...

This thread is getting, what's the word I'm looking for, "surreal".

Toyota Corp coughed up $7G for a new engine. How did you get them to do that? Skeptic, hell yeah. As proof please post a...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

10-27-2019, 10:32 AM

Replies: 1,654

Failure After J02 Recall - Discussion Threads

Views: 388,818

Posted By RickyBobby

Here's his post:...

Here's his post: https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3195363&postcount=58

I don't see any more detail in his post than was in The Drive article....

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

10-18-2019, 08:01 AM

Replies: 1,654

Failure After J02 Recall - Discussion Threads

Views: 388,818

Posted By RickyBobby

This is a bit harsh. No one here is "shitting on"...

This is a bit harsh. No one here is "shitting on" those that want to join the class action suit, just voicing their opinions. For those that go this route I too hope it works out for them.
For...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

10-17-2019, 11:29 AM

Replies: 489

Registry Thread: Failure After J02 Recall

Views: 220,730

Posted By RickyBobby

Read the cons, especially the fact that "if the...

Read the cons, especially the fact that "if the plaintiffs fail to win the case, they will no longer be able to file new or individual lawsuits over the same issue against the same defendant."...

Forum: Issues | Warranty | Recalls / TSB

10-12-2019, 10:33 AM

Replies: 1,654

Failure After J02 Recall - Discussion Threads

Views: 388,818

Posted By RickyBobby

Some info on small claims court suits: ...

Some info on small claims court suits:
https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/small-claims-suits-how-much-30031.html If you live in a state with low dollar limits don't expect to get back what you...

Forum: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Guides

10-08-2019, 02:14 PM

Replies: 7

2013 add backup camera + head unit

Views: 3,805

Posted By RickyBobby

I replaced my 2013 base HU (like yours) with a...

I replaced my 2013 base HU (like yours) with a 2015 Pioneer/Bespoke PT546-00140 HU. As stated by Dadhawk, it was straight plug and play. Used the same bracket from the base HU. I found a few on eBay...

Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance (Wash, Wax, Detailing, Body Repairs)

09-17-2019, 12:06 PM

Replies: 69

DAMAGE REPORT

Views: 13,184

Posted By RickyBobby

First time I have seen him post a mod to his FRS....

First time I have seen him post a mod to his FRS. :)

Forum: Scion FR-S / Toyota 86 GT86 General Forum

09-09-2019, 05:02 PM

Replies: 24,621

WHAT DID YOU DO TO YOUR FRS TODAY?

Views: 7,313,806

Posted By RickyBobby

Got some new tires over Labor Day weekend from...

Got some new tires over Labor Day weekend from Discount Tire Direct, BFGoodrich G-Force Comp 2 A/S https://www.discounttiredirect.com/buy-tires/bfgoodrich-g-force-comp-2-a-s/p/29878 They matched Tire...

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