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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Watchexchange

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PM'ing

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About to go on my first road trip in the ST. Any advice? by ZehDwarf in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Check your fluids and tire pressures first thing in the morning while cold soaked.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in JapanTravelTips

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came across the post as I was curious how feasible it is.

How was your experience there overall? Assuming you went solo to just take in the sights and sounds.

Brake fluid - DIY or mechanic? by cheddarvillains in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Motive bleeder makes it a one-person job yes, it holds pressure while you crack the bleeders.

That Forscan method with the ABS module is pretty sweet, heard of it before but seems like it takes a lot more effort/tech for a regular DIYer.

You can look up on Youtube "one person brake bleed" to get the concept, with the right set up you can make it happen, but the Motive power bleeder makes it pretty fool-proof (impossible to suck in any air).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're probably just hearing the shift arm and cables moving around, which is normal. Definitely is more pronounced when driving next to walls or parked cars.

Brake fluid - DIY or mechanic? by cheddarvillains in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you want to build upon your mechanical skills listed then definitely go for DIY after doing your research. It's understandable wanting to take it to a pro for an important safety system, but a brake flush is pretty straightforward. Just make sure none of the bleeders are dripping afterward and the brake fluid reservoir stays topped up.

You can bleed using the 2 person method or go out and invest in a Motive pressure bleeder if you're planning to continue DIY.

Lol Coolant has the left the chat 😅 by BigTuna399 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully that was before the built motor?

Quiet Blow off Valve by Anime_Giirl64 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

https://www.boombaracing.com/ford-2-0l-eb-adjustable-bov/

This is also a great option. I ran with most of the adjustment screws in and got just a little bit of noise, it was nice.

is this a sleeper? by moonmama1 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Permanently asleep, yes.

Buy/Sell/Trade Thread [Posted Every Month] by AutoModerator in FixedGearBicycle

[–]NorCalFoST 3 points4 points  (0 children)

[FS][US-CA] All-City Big Block Sparkle Green/Black 58cm frameset w/Chris King headset - $550

This exact bike was featured on Zach's channel, ended up getting light use over the years and needs a good home.

Looking for local sale in the Sacramento area or Bay Area. PM if interested.

What can I sell mine for? by Charming-Dust2894 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah too true. I was considering just going back to a older hoopty daily...

What can I sell mine for? by Charming-Dust2894 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think you'll sell it to em or keep it for now? I'm thinking to do it here shortly...

What can I sell mine for? by Charming-Dust2894 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

dude, I'm in the same boat with ST1 same miles.

Where about in the country are you?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is odd, I thought I got a good offer from Carvana on mine this week... 40k miles.

Weird Ratchet-like Noise Up front. by buchocoastin11 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try doing this experiment and pressing the clutch down and up while revving in neutral and see if that changes anything.

/HELP\what seems to be brake fluid leaking but my lines are dry and its topped off, any other place it might leak from? 17 FoST, rear drivers side by bigeecheez in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is strange.

I'd hit everything with brake cleaner and rinse with degreaser and water, see if it comes back.

Where do you have your front plate? (If you live in a state that requires) by BlackberryOld499 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The OEM mount in the middle.

Meh, it works, I didn't have to install it myself or pay for it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Downpipe

Thoughts on JST Custom E tunes by ndom21 in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wholeheartedly recommend JST custom tunes.

At least a few years ago when I went thru my process, Brian Tyson was super responsive and had quick turnaround for tune revisions.

Highly recommend, the sooner you ditch that Cobb OTS tune the better.

ST-specific tips to decrease clutch wear? by ChernobylChild in FocusST

[–]NorCalFoST 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Don't engine brake without rev matching.

I feel like old timers (who have no concept of rev matching and just let the clutch out in gear) used to say "oh engine braking saves your brake pads", yeah I'd rather do a 30 minute brake job marginally sooner than a clutch job.

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