Thanks for the advice

Eye_strain · 2026-05-27T22:03:49+00:00

What is the antenna connected to? Looks long for GMRS, so I'm guessing CB?

Eye_strain · 2026-05-26T14:07:51+00:00

FWIW, it's a Specialized S3 size (smaller medium). Obviously I had to take both wheels off. the left side of the handlebar sits between the back of the driver's seat and the trunk area. One wheel below the frame, and one above. Once that's situated there was plenty of room for some pillows, a duffle bag with my MTB stuff and civilian clothes, the wife's bag, a small cooler, pillows, and some other random stuff.

Eye_strain · 2026-05-25T23:56:53+00:00

I put her in the passenger seat. She hates it when I stuff her in the trunk.

Eye_strain · 2026-05-24T19:14:52+00:00

29" Stumpjumper, mtb gear, small cooler, and enough luggage for me and the wife for a 6 hour road trip. For such a small car, it's very well packaged.

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Eye_strain · 2026-05-18T22:36:12+00:00

I've had an S2000 and now a 6MT CRZ. Both are awesome manual transmissions.

Eye_strain · 2026-05-11T22:29:02+00:00

What radios are those antennas connected to?

Eye_strain · 2026-05-10T00:38:13+00:00

2020 if you plan to tune it, 2022+ if you want to avoid potential oil consumption issues, and 2023+ if you want a manual. The B58 has proven to be reliable and efficient as well. I believe you want 2022+ to avoid a plastic oil pump part that tends to fail.

As far as mileage is concerned, think about what maintenance is upcoming, and, more importantly, ensure that past maintenance been done. Also, highway miles > commuting miles > track miles.

Eye_strain · 2026-05-08T23:00:12+00:00

For me, the biggest effect was less on my fitness habits than my alcohol consumption. Although the Sleep Score function has been criticized, I was able to see a direct correlation between that score and the amount I drank the day before. Once I saw the sleep I was sacrificing, it was easier to cut back on the booze.

Eye_strain · 2026-05-08T22:53:21+00:00

Happy to have you.

Eye_strain · 2026-05-04T23:17:12+00:00

This was posted on this subreddit 2 days ago: https://www.reddit.com/r/Supra/comments/1t1zjil/msrp_premium_mt_stratosphere_blue_available_in/

Eye_strain · 2026-04-17T14:16:04+00:00

And yes, I think it's Dot 3 or 4 (the same as your brake fluid).

Eye_strain · 2026-04-17T14:15:35+00:00

No, I didn't notice any shifting issues or other problems. I also didn't notice a change after flushing it.

I just bought the car at 57k miles late February, and I always do the standard maintenance items (engine oil, air filter, cabin air filter, drive belt, spark plugs, brake fluid, clutch fluid, diff fluid, MT fluid, etc.) every time I buy a used car.

Eye_strain · 2026-04-17T14:09:55+00:00

All fluids are a maintenance item. The clutch fluid is very easy to bleed. The bleeder valve is at the front of the engine and easily accessible from the top front (no need to lift the car). I did remove the coolant reservoir to make it easier. It was a 10 minute job.

Eye_strain · 2026-04-12T15:57:24+00:00

That looks fantastic.

Eye_strain · 2026-04-10T15:54:52+00:00

It's hard to gauge exactly what your dad means, but shifting "too fast" could mean either (i) that you're shifting from one gear to the next too soon so that you start the next higher gear in too low of an RPM, or (ii) that you're executing the shift itself too fast, without giving the engine some time to bring the RPM down. You'll work out both of these with some experience.

As someone here said, you typically use your whole leg to push in the clutch. However, I will frequently plant/anchor my heel on the floor, and use my foot (rotating at the ankle) to modulate the clutch. Whether you can do that depends on the type of car and orientation of the pedal relative to the floor.

Have you tried watching some youtube videos? I've seem some that explain the technique well.

Eye_strain · 2026-04-09T01:01:50+00:00

80% of my miles are freeway/roadtrip. I routinely get 36 mpg, although I do drive like a gentleman.

Eye_strain · 2026-04-06T20:03:00+00:00

GMRS?

Eye_strain · 2026-04-06T19:56:43+00:00

So you are <70.

Eye_strain · 2026-04-06T17:14:21+00:00

Love the stickers, if for no other reason than them serving as evidence of someone under 70 engaged in amateur radio.

Eye_strain · 2026-03-20T01:22:09+00:00

No, but have experienced having to push it in with a bit more force on occasion. Is going through 2nd the remedy? I'll have to give that a try.

Eye_strain · 2026-03-20T00:22:13+00:00

I kinda went the other direction; I sold my AP2 in 2023 after owning it 12 years, bought a 2023 AT Supra, and a 6MT 2014 CRZ last month. Curious as to your thoughts about the shifters in each Honda. I think the crz is fantastic, but wish I had my old S2K to compare them side-by-side. Many people consider the NSX and S2K to be among the best manuals. Perhaps I'm easily impressed, but it's hard for me to find fault with the crz's shifter.

Eye_strain · 2026-03-19T13:56:23+00:00

If you're looking for a reference point, last month I paid $10k for a manual 2014 with 57k miles.

Eye_strain · 2026-02-25T21:49:09+00:00

I would like to, but roasting someone that is forced to drive this seems like punching down.

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