Satin White BRZ STi TRD 6AT Ltd - thermobox
Hello Ladies and Gentleman,
I thought it was about time that I started one of these being a new BRZ owner. I'm prolly one of the least tech savvy guys on this forum. So TTIWWOP is gonna be the theme for a while in this thread until I get them taken and uploaded. My story started a little bit different than most. I was actually geared towards a new 2012-13 Outback 3.6R Ltd. But through selling all the cars here for my store, going to the BRZ ride and drive and being around the cars I really fell in love with it. After the ride and drive in New Orleans I promptly came back and ordered my car. My Factory Order was ultra strange from start to finish. When I placed the order in the end of May it instantly displayed an ETA of Month of August. WTF? Why is my car coming in August? My customers car that was basically the exact same specs is still showing "WAIT LIST". Ok, weird. So then the ETA goes to December. Ok, this is more with what I was expecting. So then the ETA goes to 7/2 and has a VIN. WTF? The car was delivered 6/28. The car got here before my parts, wheels, etc that I had already had on order. My cars specs from Subaru: 2013 Subaru BRZ Auto Limited in Satin White Pearl Option Package 01 - Standard Model Accessories Include: Auto Dim Mirror w/ Compass & Homelink Fuel Door Cover - I know it's tacky. But I wanted to give it a crack and see how I like it. If it doesn't work I can always peel it off. Rear Under Spoiler My mods as of yet: First Day - Debadged rear deck lid Second Day - Swapped Stock wheels for Impreza Sport Wheels Third Day - JDM STi Key Cover in Black 7/1 - JDM Bumper Cover - To match the Fuel Door JDM Clear Sidemarker JDM Exhaust Cutter Kit Prodrive GC-05's in 18x8 Recently installed: JDM STi Push Button Starter for BRZ JDM SAA Blue Manifold Cover SYMS Master Cylinder Sock JDM TRD Door Catch Stiffener Soon to be installed: Splash Guards? Was trying to use the OE Scion part but it doesn't seem to cover the new tires full width. Will be test fitting some different solutions. More to follow. |
First Day. Impreza Sport Wheels and debadged.
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Happy Presents from Japan!!
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo11.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo12.jpg I started with the Side Markers. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo28.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo29.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo30.jpg I decided to keep the OE style amber bulb that came with the kit. I will be using the chrome bulbs for the blinkers. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo31.jpg They look so much better than the amber! http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo32.jpg Puny USDM exhaust cutter. Meh. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo33.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo34.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo35.jpg Godzilla exhaust cutter kit. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo36.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo37.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo38.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo39.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo40.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo41.jpg Virgin bumper cleaned and ready. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo43.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo42.jpg JDM Bumper Cover that totally ties in the tacky Fuel Door Cover. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo44.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo45.jpg What's that behind the bubble wrap? Hmmm. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo46.jpg Yummy Prodrive goodness fresh from Asia. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ub/photo49.jpg |
The correct harness connector on the left the wrong one on the right. Expensive mistake.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...Club/push3.jpg Installed. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...6Club/push.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...Club/push2.jpg Prodrives on the car. No TPMS though. Kinda sucked. I had to order the parts and try the install only to find out they don't fit the rim. Meh. 18X8 +46 225/40 18 Pirelli's http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_1347.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_4870.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_5460.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_7166.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_7687.jpg The happiest numbers ever! http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_4015.jpg Boring engine bay. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_8444.jpg A bit o color. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_7184.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_3487.jpg More to come here.. First TRD Part. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_0170.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_2276.jpg This part is spring loaded. This is normal position. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_0803.jpg It slides to expose the holes for install. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_3314.jpg This piece slides onto the supplied bracket that installs with existing screws. These screws install at about 4 lb ft. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_2990.jpg Voila! Installed. These screws install at about 16.5 lb ft. The supplied screws are a Torx 30. http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_0389.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...b/IMG_8253.jpg |
Some updated B&W's from Anna Bruce Photography.
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I know you already explained yourself beforehand but it's obligatory...
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Did you notice any difference in cornering or handling after installing the TRD door stabilizers?
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Nope. Prolly won't. It definately makes a more solid "thud" when the door shuts. I just figure if TRD or STi notices a part that can be improved upon, it makes sense for me.
I kinda wish that our doors had the same kind of double catch that the new Suby's have on the rear doors. |
Lost track of when the next round of mods started but they are as follows:
JDM STi Strut Tower Bar JDM STi Battery Tie Down JDM STi Shift Knob JDM STi full kit - Lip/Skirt, Sides, Gurney Flap and Spats JDM Under Panels JDM Toyota Rain Guards JDM Toyota Knee Pads and Speaker Surrounds JDM FHi Four Pots in Black w/ DBA Rotors, Hawk Pads and Stoptech Stainless Lines Chrome Signal Bulbs Front and Rear Greddy Oil Plug FilterMag On to rainy day pics - http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...psdb3f269a.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps48020228.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps3c3aad22.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps292721a1.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps424aa74c.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps3780ddc5.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps57defef3.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps33c6bcda.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...psfaebe84e.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps92ba7040.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps3cc61449.jpg http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y16...ps6d0a6e2b.jpg Pro pics will prolly be next month if everything else goes as planned. I was going to install some of the "universal" fit hood struts but was pretty grossed out by the lack of thought that went into the mounting hardware. I've got some Syms Dampers on order. |
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What are your impressions of the STI tower bar and shift knob? |
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The Shift Knob is just bling since I have the 6AT. I did notice that it is substantially heavier. I didn't actually weigh the stock one against it, prolly should. I do like the "feel" of it more than the stock one. This is another one of those pieces that I think the car should have come with stock. We might get some sun today. If so, I'll try and snap some body shots of the kit. |
what brand/model are those rims?
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