AJ's Turbocharged GT86 Build
 

Hello everybody,
This is my 1st post on this forum, but I have been lurking around and reading for quite a while

I go by AJ, and I recently acquired a 2013 GT86
The car belonged to a friend who had done quite a bit to it already, I just imported it today, and I am looking to document what I do to/with the car

I am new to the platform, but I am not new to cars
So I would like to learn as much as possible from members with more knowledge and experience

This is my baby, for now
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j.../IMG_3149.jpeg

Why did I buy the car?

• Well, I decided that I wanted a toy that I can track regularly, and with relative low running/service costs
• I want to do more DIY jobs, experiment with the car if you will
• I want to get into drifting and see how I like that
• All in all, just wanted a track/drift toy that I can enjoy
• I had a "thing" for the BRZ/FRS/86's since they came out, I just wouldn't be happy if I never owned one :D
• My other fun car is built aggressively, I wanted something simpler to enjoy!

Goals?

• Improve cooling systems so I can enjoy the car as much as physically possible
• Keep the build neat
• Will add to this once I figure out more :w00t:

Car History

I've owned and built (well, had built mostly) a few good cars, but they were mostly regular use/street cars. Never had a dedicated track or drift car in the past, and that is why I've always had a thing for S2k's, GT86's and such

The cars I've owned in the past are

• 2005 Toyota Avalon Limited | SOLD
• 2006 Toyota Yaris YR | SOLD
• 2008 Honda Civic Mugen Si (Supercharged) | SOLD
• 2008 Subaru STi (Basic Mods) | SOLD
• 2010 Subaru STi (More Than Basic Mods ;)) | SOLD
• 2000 Honda Civic EX | SOLD
• 2013 Nissan GT-R (Alpha 12) | Current
• 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS | SOLD
• 2014 Audi A6 | Current
• 2011 Mercedes C63 AMG | SOLD
• 2012 VW Golf GTI | SOLD
• 2016 Mazda 6 | Current
• 2013 BMW M5 | SOLD
• 2013 Toyota GT86 | Current

I will keep posting more and updating this thread hopefully as I go


-AJ

Modifications List:

Performance & Cooling:

• P&L Performance Turbo Kit
• Upgraded to Precision 6062 Turbo (currently on low boost)
• Tial BOV
• HKS Legamax Exhaust
• ECUTEK Tuned by Hosam @ Kanoo Performance, Bahrain
• Koyo Radiator
• Carolina Dyno Slim Dual SPAL 12" Fan & Shroud Kit
• Perrin Oil Cooler
• Mishimoto Thermostat

Suspension, Brakes & Handling:

• KW V3 Coilovers
• TRD Sway Bars
• GS LCA
• BuddyClub 330mm BBK (front)
• Braided SS Rear Brake Lines
• Endless Brake Fluid
• Dunlop Direzza R Track Tires 225/40R18 (F) | 255/35R18 (R)
• Hankook S1 Evo2 Street Tires

Aesthetics:

• Enkei 18x8.5 (F) | 18x9.5 (R) Wheels
• TRD Lip Spoiler
• SARD CF Wing

This is what she looks like as of today (May 11, 2017)
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...6/IMG_3025.jpg

Reserved for updates/pictures!

Reserved for videos!

Update (Saturday, May 13th, 2017):

I'm prepping the car for track days and some drift events
The main concern I have is cooling as I would love to enjoy the car as much as possible without worrying too much about extreme temperatures

So I went ahead and ordered the following

• Koyo Radiator
• Carolina Dyno Slim Dual SPAL 12" Fan & Shroud Kit

I am also looking into water/meth injection (Aquamist System) to keep the IAT's down while tracking

Very cool. Wouldn't mind seeing some pic's of your GTR!

Post up some more pics of the car and the wheels!

This is what it usually looks like
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...812-WA0050.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...R/image1_1.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...19-WA00811.jpg

and this is what it looks like in drag/roll race mode (excuse the low quality/phone pic), will post some photoshoot pics after the subtle updates soon!
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j.../IMG_2099.jpeg

I will post plenty of pictures and videos once I'm done with the planned mods, and get the car cleaned up :thumbsup:

Engine bay shots
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...86/image11.jpg


http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...T86/image2.jpg
I need to clean things up a bit, new filter, all black lines instead of black and blue, routing of lines, new turbo blanket
It's work in progress! always is :D

So I just got the car washed
These are some phone pics that I snapped just now

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...T86/image6.jpg

A different angle of the wheels
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...T86/image5.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...T86/image3.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...T86/image4.jpg

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...86/image21.jpg

Tucked in
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...86/image12.jpg

The 6 and the A6 got washed too :D
http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/j...T86/image7.jpg

Things I need to change here

• With the current alignment specs, I need to run a front spacer to get the front to sit "flush"
• Tail lights must go, I think I want to get a set of Toms tail lights with Tap Turn relay
• Chrome garnish around the exhaust must go or get repainted in black
• I think I want to remove the TRD spoiler, and push the SARD wing further back. Not a huge fan of the current look

-AJ

Thanks! Those wheels look great and I normally don't like wheels with a lip like that, but those look badass on your car.

Might I suggest the 2017 tail lights? Love mine!

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/attac...1&d=1489906440

Thanks for the compliment
I'm usually the same way, I like JDM looking 1pc wheels such as Advans, Volks, etc
But I really like how these look on the car so I think they are staying for now

As far as the tails, I think I'm gonna take your advice
While I like the Toms set better, I know OEM will be way more reliable and cleaner

Were they a simple plug and play, or do you need to get a relay for those too?

-AJ

They are completely plug and play, no relay required.

However, you do need to purchase OEM gaskets for them - if you just order the lights themselves they do not come with gaskets.

Got mine here: http://www.ft86speedfactory.com/toyo...-s-brz-86.html

Thanks for the info

I sent them an-email to get a shipping quote to me and will probably order the tail lights from them soon :thumbsup:

-AJ

The car is so much fun, I am in love with it, but I think I want a little more power
There aren't a lot of shops here that work with FA20s, and I don't trust the engine will handle much more boost. So most likely I'll give it more boost and start considering a future swap

Even though I'm in love with the idea of a 2JZ GT86, ever since I saw Kanoo's, I think an LS would fit my needs better

Been reading a lot of swap blogs/threads, and the amount of keyboard warriors is unbelievable :popcorn: Just want to make sure I consider all my options before making a decision :iono:

-AJ