DAR3D3VIL's 2015 DGM BRZ Daily Driver Overhaul (Updated 6/4/16 with new pics)

[dar3d3vil]

Originally Posted by Diode Dynamics

We are closed on the weekends, and usually respond within 24 hours during the week

If you are having connectivity issues with your controller, please give us a call: (314) 205-3033

We will help you troubleshoot it and get you taken care of

Thanks!
Nick C.

Nick,

I'll be testing mine over the weekend again as I won't be back home until then. Perhaps you have an answer for my question, does the App connect automatically to the bluetooth controller or do I need to manually connect to it? I'm having little success doing either of those. Thanks.

I managed to snap a few more pictures today before heading out for a business trip. She still looks pretty stock, until you look a little closer and start to notice the little things. That's kind of how I want to keep her to be honest.







I'll update again once I get the CS lip kit on, that will start to mark the slowdown at that point for sure, as I've got 75% of the mods that I want on the car at that point. I'll still be adding more, but not in such a quick period.

[Diode Dynamics]

Check your phone's settings and make sure you have the most updated version of the app

You usually won't need to reconnect unless you've turned Bluetooth off

Nick C.

[dar3d3vil]

Major Project today, had to draft in my father and my father-in-law to help. We installed the Baysonr CS Bottom Line replica kit. Had a few fitment issues on the front, but we finally got it sorted out. I must say, I loved the way the car looked before, but this kit just really finishes off the look the way that I wanted.





Love the way the rear apron lips blend in with the OEM diffuser as well

[dar3d3vil]

Took her to the lake today after washing and waxing her. Haven't had a good photo since I got her.

[Agent 86]

Originally Posted by dar3d3vil

Major Project today, had to draft in my father and my father-in-law to help. We installed the Baysonr CS Bottom Line replica kit. Had a few fitment issues on the front, but we finally got it sorted out. I must say, I loved the way the car looked before, but this kit just really finishes off the look the way that I wanted.

Subscribed!!! You car looks great. You are on a break-neck pace with the upgrades.

I just completed the same Bayson R kit installation this past Saturday. Like you, I experienced fitment issues on the front (driver's side). Working alone, I was able to get the front lip and sides installed, and I'm tickled pink. I used 3 large pieces of foam to hold the lip and sides in place as I positioned the lip and sides. I did have to place the car on 4 jack stands to get the drill to fit under the car.

I totally agree. This kit really does make my BRZ look lower and aggressive. I love the look!

I have a question for you...

Do your rear Bayson R aprons have the same finish as the side skirts and front lip. The aprons that came with my lip and sides have a matte/dull finish. The front lip and side skirts are shiny.

I contacted Bayson R (eBay store), and they are saying that all the rear aprons are matte finish. I could paint the aprons, but I expect they will still not match the sides and lip. So far I haven't installed the aprons.

[BirgeyT1]

Originally Posted by Agent 86

Subscribed!!! You car looks great. You are on a break-neck pace with the upgrades.

I just completed the same Bayson R kit installation this past Saturday. Like you, I experienced fitment issues on the front (driver's side). Working alone, I was able to get the front lip and sides installed, and I'm tickled pink. I used 3 large pieces of foam to hold the lip and sides in place as I positioned the lip and sides. I did have to place the car on 4 jack stands to get the drill to fit under the car.

I totally agree. This kit really does make my BRZ look lower and aggressive. I love the look!

I have a question for you...

Do your rear Bayson R aprons have the same finish as the side skirts and front lip. The aprons that came with my lip and sides have a matte/dull finish. The front lip and side skirts are shiny.

I contacted Bayson R (eBay store), and they are saying that all the rear aprons are matte finish. I could paint the aprons, but I expect they will still not match the sides and lip. So far I haven't installed the aprons.

Mine were the same way so i plastidipped the front and sides which of course didn't last long lol. Now I'm wrapping the whole kit.

[Agent 86]

Sorry. Double post.

[Agent 86]

Originally Posted by BirgeyT1

Mine were the same way so i plastidipped the front and sides which of course didn't last long lol. Now I'm wrapping the whole kit.

Thanks for confirming what Bayson R stated. Frankly, I though they were lying to me.

Not sure what I'm going to do. I certainly don't care for the matte look of the aprons. I even wondered if I could try to create a shine using my buffer with a series of lightly abrasive pads without using any paste or compounds. The lip and sides are shiny, so figure there must be a way to achieve this finish.

[BirgeyT1]

Originally Posted by Agent 86

Thanks for confirming what Bayson R stated. Frankly, I though they were lying to me.

Not sure what I'm going to do. I certainly don't care for the matte look of the aprons. I even wondered if I could try to create a shine using my buffer with a series of lightly abrasive pads without using any paste or compounds. The lip and sides are shiny, so figure there must be a way to achieve this finish.

I personally like the matte look better.

[dar3d3vil]

Originally Posted by Agent 86

Subscribed!!! You car looks great. You are on a break-neck pace with the upgrades.

I just completed the same Bayson R kit installation this past Saturday. Like you, I experienced fitment issues on the front (driver's side). Working alone, I was able to get the front lip and sides installed, and I'm tickled pink. I used 3 large pieces of foam to hold the lip and sides in place as I positioned the lip and sides. I did have to place the car on 4 jack stands to get the drill to fit under the car.

I totally agree. This kit really does make my BRZ look lower and aggressive. I love the look!

I have a question for you...

Do your rear Bayson R aprons have the same finish as the side skirts and front lip. The aprons that came with my lip and sides have a matte/dull finish. The front lip and side skirts are shiny.

I contacted Bayson R (eBay store), and they are saying that all the rear aprons are matte finish. I could paint the aprons, but I expect they will still not match the sides and lip. So far I haven't installed the aprons.

Thanks, I think the mods are going to be slowing down now though as I'm switching jobs and my funds will be low for a little bit. As for the apron lips. They are matte. I assume it's because they blend in with the OEM diffuser which is also matte. With the two together it looks perfect.

Originally Posted by BirgeyT1

Mine were the same way so i plastidipped the front and sides which of course didn't last long lol. Now I'm wrapping the whole kit.

I contemplated dipping mine, but then figured that might be the outcome, I'm glad that I didn't waste my time on that then!

Originally Posted by BirgeyT1

I personally like the matte look better.

I'm with you on the matte look. As I said in my response above, the matte matches the OEM part perfectly. Don't really mind the way the front and side look either. I figure that over time they'll likely dull a little bit anyway.


I'm having problems with the window visors though as they don't seem to want to stay attached to the bloody car! If anyone has any advice I'd gladly appreciate it.

[dar3d3vil]

Added some new badges today. I think it looks much better now, the color blends better with the look that I'm going for.

[pszuvela]

The BRZ emblem on the Weathertech mats - was that an option? Did they come with the mats? I like the look.

[dar3d3vil]

Originally Posted by pszuvela

The BRZ emblem on the Weathertech mats - was that an option? Did they come with the mats? I like the look.

They're an optional extra for the mats that I got from @FT-86 SpeedFactory

Red on Black (The ones that I have)

Black on Silver

[dar3d3vil]

Had a bit of time today so I cleaned her up and then decided to fit the Cusco AOS. Pretty simple install that didn't take a ton of time. Only issue that I had was that of clearance when trying to install it alongside the AEM strut bar. It didn't really allow me much space with the socket wrench.



Also took a closer up with the LED's on as well.