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Frisco · 03-09-2017, 09:59 AM

Hi Guys!

Just a quick post to introduce myself. I picked up my new BRZ a couple weeks ago and am really enjoying this car! I live in the SF Bay Area - perfect for sporty driving - this photo was taken on my morning commute! Sonoma Raceway is close by, so I'm planning on using the PP features the track. I'm a motorcycle guy at heart, but this little beauty is a real kick and my wife will be much more willing to come along for the ride.

Here's my list of planned mods:

1. Carsmo armrest - ordered

2. Cheap connectors to fill the holes in the rear wheel well - done for $2.73

3. CQuartz ceramic coating - Immaculate Reflections in Brentwood

No coilovers, no catback, no turbo, no CWP steering wheel.... I'm loving the stock car, but enjoying watching you guys mod the hell out of your cars.

Drive (kinda) safe, y'all!

CJ

lee1rbc · 03-09-2017, 10:16 AM

Welcome, nice ride! Funny, the 2017 already looks modded with those wheels and brembo brakes

Doubletap · 03-09-2017, 10:38 AM

Congrats! I'd change those orange sidemarkers to clear ones.

willimusk · 03-09-2017, 11:39 AM

When my white BRZ PP arrives, we'll have to form an El Cerrito pack!

funwheeldrive · 03-09-2017, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Frisco

2. Cheap connectors to fill the holes in the rear wheel well - done for $2.73

Do you have a link/picture for what youre talking about?

krayzie · 03-09-2017, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by funwheeldrive

Do you have a link/picture for what youre talking about?

He probably found a way to fill in those shipping tie down holes by the rear wheel wells / sides of the rear bumper.

PandaSPUR · 03-09-2017, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by krayzie

He probably found a way to fill in those shipping tie down holes by the rear wheel wells / sides of the rear bumper.

I thought those were meant for the OEM mud guards?

Tcoat · 03-09-2017, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by PandaSPUR

I thought those were meant for the OEM mud guards?

They are.

They would make horrible tie downs.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50222

krayzie · 03-09-2017, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by PandaSPUR

I thought those were meant for the OEM mud guards?

I think you are right.

The first week owning this car I thought some Nifco plugs fell off there lol!

Kutanks · 03-09-2017, 02:36 PM

That's funny you mention the plugs. I did a PPI and the mechanic said that the plugs were missing too; I guess it is supposed to be that way!

Frisco · 03-09-2017, 09:26 PM

Here's my rear wheel well hole blanking mod. Installation went smoothly, had to bend over as I don't have access to a lift. Took about 15 minutes including trip to OReilly's and struggling somewhat with resistant plastic packaging.

CJ

Frisco · 03-09-2017, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doubletap

Congrats! I'd change those orange sidemarkers to clear ones.

I thought about that, but I don't mind the stock color. They are cheap enough, I'll probable just pick up a set and see how they look.

CJ

Frisco · 03-09-2017, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willimusk

When my white BRZ PP arrives, we'll have to form an El Cerrito pack!

Oh yeah!

CJ

katai · 03-10-2017, 08:02 PM

Were you on Arlington this morning and wear glasses?

03-09-2017, 09:59 AM	#1
Frisco Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Drives: 2017 BRZ Location: El Cerrito, CA Posts: 52 Thanks: 64 Thanked 45 Times in 26 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Loving the New BRZ! Hi Guys! Just a quick post to introduce myself. I picked up my new BRZ a couple weeks ago and am really enjoying this car! I live in the SF Bay Area - perfect for sporty driving - this photo was taken on my morning commute! Sonoma Raceway is close by, so I'm planning on using the PP features the track. I'm a motorcycle guy at heart, but this little beauty is a real kick and my wife will be much more willing to come along for the ride. Here's my list of planned mods: 1. Carsmo armrest - ordered 2. Cheap connectors to fill the holes in the rear wheel well - done for $2.73 3. CQuartz ceramic coating - Immaculate Reflections in Brentwood No coilovers, no catback, no turbo, no CWP steering wheel.... I'm loving the stock car, but enjoying watching you guys mod the hell out of your cars. Drive (kinda) safe, y'all! CJ Attached Images

03-09-2017, 11:39 AM	#4
willimusk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Drives: 2017 BRZ PP CWP Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 100 Thanks: 40 Thanked 56 Times in 38 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Great taste When my white BRZ PP arrives, we'll have to form an El Cerrito pack!

03-09-2017, 09:26 PM	#11
Frisco Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Drives: 2017 BRZ Location: El Cerrito, CA Posts: 52 Thanks: 64 Thanked 45 Times in 26 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Here's my rear wheel well hole blanking mod. Installation went smoothly, had to bend over as I don't have access to a lift. Took about 15 minutes including trip to OReilly's and struggling somewhat with resistant plastic packaging. CJ Attached Images

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