Weederr's Series.Yellowbird tS

[kuczynskika]

Originally Posted by weederr33

Hello everyone, and welcome! This is my 2017 Subaru BRZ Series.Yellow. Now, as some may know, I previously had a 2013 Scion FRS which was heavily modified. To put it simple, I was in too big of a damn hurry. This time around I think I'll be going a bit slower on my build....

Here she is!


Here is all that's done to her:

Exterior:
STI lip kit (dealer installed)
OEM rear diffuser (dealer installed)
JDM clear side markers

Interior:
STI push button start
STI leather/aluminum shift knob

Styling:
STI radiator cap
STI battery tiedown

Performance:
Eibach pro-kit springs (dealer installed)
Subaru Performance Package (Brembos & Sachs dampers)
HKS Legamax Sport catback

To-Do:
HKS R-Spec exhaust (header plus a catted/ resonated frontpipe)
Cosworth low-temp thermostat
OEM oil cooler/ regulator (have most parts, just need a few other things)
Beatrush vented under panel (have, but haven't installed yet).
STI short-throw shifter
STI draw stiffeners
Tires
Window tint
Forced Induction... maybe?

Ah, yes! Going down the STi JDM rabbit hole! Bout time we got to see this.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by kuczynskika

Ah, yes! Going down the STi JDM rabbit hole! Bout time we got to see this.

Hahaha well I did it with the TRD on my FRS, so why not? There are a bunch of STI bits I like, but only a few I actually plan to install.

[kuczynskika]

Originally Posted by weederr33

Hahaha well I did it with the TRD on my FRS, so why not? There are a bunch of STI bits I like, but only a few I actually plan to install.

Yeah I see your list there.

A note on the short shifter and draw stiffeners: I have REALLY grown to love the difference it provides. At first it was marginal, but I can't live without it now. You'll also want the draw stiffeners fer sure. Those really made a difference when cornering, especially on initial turn in.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by kuczynskika

Yeah I see your list there.

A note on the short shifter and draw stiffeners: I have REALLY grown to love the difference it provides. At first it was marginal, but I can't live without it now. You'll also want the draw stiffeners fer sure. Those really made a difference when cornering, especially on initial turn in.

I plan to do both hopefully next year early. I remember you saying the STI shifter didn't seem like much initially. And frankly, I know it will be a "waste of money" but it's just one extra thing to add. Also the STI knob I got does raise the height ever so slightly.

How is the installation on the draw stiffeners?

[weederr33]

[chaoskaze]

xD

Congratsz.... japan part is your best friend.

I been slowly adding sti parts to my car too for the last 3 years + but i'm too lazy to have my own list.

Draw stiffener it's pretty easy too install. but make sure you lose the tension on it a bit before you put it on, or you might bend your bracket a bit. *happened to me

[kuczynskika]

Originally Posted by weederr33

I plan to do both hopefully next year early. I remember you saying the STI shifter didn't seem like much initially. And frankly, I know it will be a "waste of money" but it's just one extra thing to add. Also the STI knob I got does raise the height ever so slightly.

How is the installation on the draw stiffeners?

Yeah the shift did seem marginal at first, but like I said, I've really grown to love it.

The draw stiffeners are easy, the hard part is just making sure that you adjust them right with the proper amount of torque/tension. I was kind of a hassle deciphering the instructions.

[nikitopo]

I am interested on a review of the draw stifenners especially with the Sachs dampers. Let us know when you got them ...

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by nikitopo

I am interested on a review of the draw stifenners especially with the Sachs dampers. Let us know when you got them ...

Yeah I would like go get some this coming spring so I'll keep everyone posted!

[weederr33]

Rexspeed hood dampers installed this morning. I've been putting these off for a while now.

[jmark]

Originally Posted by weederr33

What are your thoughts on the STI short shift kit?

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by jmark

What are your thoughts on the STI short shift kit?

I haven't bought one yet, but plan too soon. I hear it's a modest improvement. Maybe not as short as the Kartboy, but more reliable than the TRD quickshifter, and still OE quality.

[spike021]

Originally Posted by weederr33

How do you feel about the STI shift knob?

I've been looking to replace the stock one but don't want to get too crazy. Looking for something similar but with maybe a better texture and slightly better feel.

[weederr33]

Originally Posted by spike021

How do you feel about the STI shift knob?

I've been looking to replace the stock one but don't want to get too crazy. Looking for something similar but with maybe a better texture and slightly better feel.

I think it's amazing! About the same weight as oem so no light knob or heavy. But I like the partial leather topping. I have a baby sock I use to protect it from the heat and cold too. It does raise the height by a mm or two, though...