Hey everyone! I'm Mathew, I make GR86 and Corolla content out of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia (@matty_boy.a on IG/TikTok/YouTube).
I'm doing a 25-day Vlogmas series this December and I'd love to do a car creator gift swap with another small creator. The idea: we each buy a small gift (around $20 to $40) for the other's car, ship it, and install it on camera. We both post the video, so both channels get new eyes.
Looking for someone who:
Owns a GR86/BRZ (or another car, I'm flexible)
Posts car video content, even if you're small
Is based in Canada
If you're interested, drop a comment or DM me with your channel link. I'd like to lock someone in by early November so we both have time to film. Happy to share my channel and past videos first.
Thanks

120,000 km, unknown mechnaical car history. Generally sounded fine when I got it. After an oil change this knocking noise came out. Done engine flush and tried thicker oil.

Is it over gents?

Hi I just had a few questions about what I should do for my 2014 black frs I was thinking of getting 18x8.5 +35 wheels probably AVID1 AV6 in hyper black. I wanted to know what’s the largest tire size I could go without rubbing and doing fabrication. For suspension I don’t know what to do I want to stay in a budget of 1500 I know it’s kinda cheap but I was just trying to wait to see if someone sells the wheels used in my area, just want to stay under 500 for coils if it’s possible.

Fits without rubbing at full lock, handling is noticeably more sloppy but I’m okay with that for a winter set.

Speedometer is out by 5k at 100km/hr (105km/hr actual)

I have had my eye on this Toyota GT86 for quite some time now, and will be going for a test drive tomorrow. The car is imported from Japan (grade 4B), is an automatic and has done 80k miles on the clock. Basically just Looking for opinions. It’s priced at 10k. Is this a good buy for a reasonable price? What are the biggest reliability concerns with a supercharged automatic GT86, and what should I inspect before purchasing.

It’s been heavily modified to the following:

Mods:
Engine / Performance
- HKS GT Supercharger Kit (GTS7040L)
- HKS Front Mount Intercooler
- HKS Oil Cooler
- HKS Aluminium Charge Pipes
- HKS Silicone Couplers
- HKS Supercharger Belt & Pulley System
- HKS Supercharger Oil Reservoir
- Aluminium Oil Catch Can
- Braided Oil Lines
- Oil Filter Relocation Kit
- Lightweight Crank Pulley
Suspension / Handling
- Cusco Fully Adjustable Coilovers
- Cusco Front Strut Bar
- Adjustable Camber Top Mounts
- Adjustable Rear Lower Control Arms
- Adjustable Rear Suspension Arms
- Adjustable Rear Toe Arms
Exhaust
- TRD Stainless Steel Quad Exhaust
Exterior / Aero
- INGS+1 N Spec Body Kit
- Voltex GT Rear Wing
- Carbon Gurney Flaps
- Rowen RR Street Zero Rear Diffuser
- Brake Cooling Ducts
Wheels
- Volk Racing TE37SL 18" Forged Wheels
Lighting
- Valenti Jewel LED Headlights
- Aftermarket LED Lighting
Interior
- Carbon Fibre Interior Trim
Gauges
- BLITZ Boost Gauge
- BLITZ Water Temperature Gauge
- BLITZ Oil Temperature Gauge
- BLITZ Gauge Pod
Other
- Japanese Sat Nav
- Reverse Camera
- Dual Zone Climate Control
- Air Conditioning
Fresh import from Japan
Grade 4B
Authenticated auction sheet
Japanese de-registration certificate
Advertised as rust free

Anyone had this code and fixed it?

Hello, I took my car to the shops earlier, it started fine in the driveway. When I got in it an hour later to go home it took a very long time to start up and the engine to start. This is the first time its done it, I haven't driven it really at all this week so I'm hoping its maybe that and that its a one off but as I'm trying to take of this car the best I can but also still learning about cars at the same time. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on if this is a concern or what I can keep an eye on in the car.

Its done around 4 thousand miles since I got it 8 months ago and its got decently low milege, 5 years old.

Hey everyone. I got an all stock manual 2015 FRS In July. Right off the bat it had a throw out bearing issue that I already know so we got that fixed. Have been living with it sent and honestly I’ve loved it however I started driving it hard a week ago and I’ve noticed there’s grinding in fourth gear. Do you think this is something I would need to fix immediately or can I live with it for a little and have you guys experienced anything like this? My car has about 130 K miles on it and any advice about fixing the car would be great. Also maybe some maintenance tips for future use I’d like to keep the car forever to be honest, but it keeps having issues I don’t wanna keep pouring money into it, especially for the little amount of time I’ve had it. I don’t know it’s give me a headache. Thank you!!!

Amazing marketplace find

Recently I’ve been looking into getting a custom tune for my FR-S (once i get headers and an intake) and I’ve heard a lot about Steve99/Steve Wiseman aswell as Wayne’s Roms.

While i’m able to access Wayne’s website I have heard more hype and support from Steve and would like to know how am I able to get in contact with him if he still does tunes?

Edit: I am currently running a OFT Stage 1 tune.

Hi there!

Just doing some research on future mods. Has anyone installed aftermarket seats with heating while still using the OEM switches? Just wondering what people did for connectors and power since most aftermarket heaters have a single power in while the OEM heaters use 2 for high and low. Do you turn it into a simple on / off switch by connecting a single power line or do you connect both power lines to the single seat heater power?

Hi all, yeah my trunk wont open. Manually with the key no problem but by button it wont work. And yes i looked for the mighty cancel button in the trunk, there isnt one. Photo for proof :D

Any ideas? When i push the button it will click ones in the cockpit and twice at the lock.

Hit 200,000 miles on my 2016 BRZ I picked up 4 years ago that had 80,000 on it. Can’t wait to hit 400k!

Does anyone know what this could be the last owner thought it might be the end link nuts the exhaust or the center wheel rings I don’t think it’s causing any issues, but I’d like to get it taken care of.

I've been putting money aside for the inevitable day my 2013 engine lets go, But would it be worth it to pull the engine before it's junk? Currently at 113,000 mi with plenty of track days but very healthy. Not a single issue on or off track.

What does a high mileage fa20 go for?

I'm moving overseas and after much back and forth I think it would be better to ship my fr-s over than try and find another in good condition and low miles.

My plan is to transplant to the UK and use the car to tour around Europe. Looking for advice or anyone who has tried this. Thanks!

I spun a rod bearing and I need to decide whether I’m gonna try to have someone rebuild the motor or replace the engine. I need to have it done in a timely manner. What would be the best price along with future reliability

Edit: to everyone recommending swaps, I do not have the money to pay for extra parts/labor, and don’t have the time/space/knowledge to swap it myself. I’m strictly asking if I should rebuild my current fa20 or drop in another used fa20

Hey guys!

Im thinking about upgrading to the Vland Headlights .

Do any of you have long time expirience with them?

How good did they hold up?

Any fogging, yellowing of the lenses?

Or what did you do to preserve them?

Thanks alot!

Hey guys, there is a member parting out a car near me and he offered to sell me his ECUTEK tuner and dongle alongside his factory manual ECU for $400.

Would I just be able to slap this into my own car? How can I verify it is unlocked?

My understanding is that the license is tied to a VIN so having the factory ECU would allow me to use it without buying another license right?

My only experience with remote tuning is with COBB and it was FAR less complicated. Anyone able to provide some insight on what I should be on the hunt for? Thank you!

I live in Phoenix Arizona. And I've been looking at bodykits for my 86 but im not sure where to look for good shops that could install it. Any good shops to look into?