Subaru BRZ, Scion FR-S

[Ethan]

Hi there guys,

I was wondering if anyone here have seen or own one of these cars. Because of the engine layout, I hear in order to change out the spark plugs on these cars, you either have to lift the engine, or drop the engine. I’m hoping someone here knows of a way to NOT physically move the engine in any direction while changing plugs. I also hear some Subaru engines have the same set up in order to change the plugs.

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[Ryan]

I’ve only seen maybe one of these on the road. Being in a snowy area these aren’t a practical choice unless you have a winter car. However, I LOVE these cars and really really wish I could own one. I think it’s a fantastic car.

I’ve done spark plugs on Subarus with the 2.5 SOHC and it’s actually pretty easy. Just remove the air snorkel on the passenger side and you have great access. Remove the washer bottle on the driver’s side and you have good access. How the 2.0 in the BRZ, mounted very low, will be, I’m not sure. Probably more difficult, but still doable without anything crazy.

[road2perfection]

[quote=”RyanS93″ post=51505]I’ve only seen maybe one of these on the road. Being in a snowy area these aren’t a practical choice unless you have a winter car. However, I LOVE these cars and really really wish I could own one. I think it’s a fantastic car.

I’ve done spark plugs on Subarus with the 2.5 SOHC and it’s actually pretty easy. Just remove the air snorkel on the passenger side and you have great access. Remove the washer bottle on the driver’s side and you have good access. How the 2.0 in the BRZ, mounted very low, will be, I’m not sure. Probably more difficult, but still doable without anything crazy.[/quote]

They are easy to turbocharge ( AKA, not hard to play around in the engine compartment), they drive well, dull sound but thats a I4 for ya, but they drive so well it’s worth it. tested a Toyota GT86 (aka FRS) and I can’t help to feel that it’s under powered, definitely need more power with either a turbo or supercharger and it’ll be perfect!
If they wanna compete in some races they have to deliver a 300 hp road version, and they plan on doing those races, so either TRD or officially through toyota/subaru will be a option this year 😀

But no plan to swap out my S14a.

[Ethan]

Living in California, I’ve seen a few of these going around. Strangely enough I would expect to see more. Actually I’ve been seeing a lot more of those Telsa all electric cars than the BRZ/FR-S zipping around, however that’s not so unexpected since I work near the NUMMI factory (now renamed “Tesla Factory.”)

Fun to drive car? I’m sure it is. That’s why I went and researched more about Subaru engines, and after much looking I’m in love with the flat four engine layout, however I’m not too sure I want to get something with AWD since I’ll be living in California the rest of my life, and then the BRZ/FR-S came out. Hmmmm front engine, rear wheel drive, and most importantly, a SUBARU ENGINE!

^^ But after looking in at the compartment :woohoo:. That’s a really tight space lol. I’ve yet to see one in real life, so I have no idea what’s the actual clearance for tools is like.

Well, since then, I’ve been leaning more away from that type of sporty genre and more towards a smaller mini-SUV, like the Mazda 3’s Hatchback, Hyundai Elantra GT, or Honda Fit, because those cars are more practical. As far as fun goes, I’ll probably buy a motorcycle.

[Leon]

I have seen a couple of these cars up close at a couple of autocross events. I need to ride in one soon. I believe that the only companies that require the engine to be dropped from the vehicle for basic maintenance would be Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, and other high end car manufacturers.

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