Pneubs HKS Supercharged BRZ Build Thread

[thill]

Originally Posted by Pneub

I'm not sure what antenna is actually coming. I just know that it's paint matched to my car but I should see it next week. What other outside modifications would you recommend. My goal is people (and primarily cops) see my car and think "that looks nice but nothing too crazy". I'd like to change out my tail lights or have them lightly tinted. I definitely don't want to do a body kit as I think it attracts way too much attention, most of them look too flashy and unrefined, and the car is already as low as I'd ever want it going over bumps and into driveways. I'm open minded to other modifications to make it more distinctive though. I considered doing the carbon fiber mirrors to match the fender trims.

Your car does not have the stock antenna on it now, that is why I asked. Stock antenna is like 8" long

I personally would not go to crazy on the exterior vs what you have done now. Not sure if a rear defuser would fit with your exhaust but that might look good.

Carbon fiber on the mirrors might be cool though. I really like the subtle changes like the clear side markers (I want to do this one), tint, new wheels, etc. To me, it sets your car apart from stock but does not scream that you are trying to be something else besides a BRZ.

[Pneub]

Originally Posted by thill

Your car does not have the stock antenna on it now, that is why I asked. Stock antenna is like 8" long

I personally would not go to crazy on the exterior vs what you have done now. Not sure if a rear defuser would fit with your exhaust but that might look good.

Carbon fiber on the mirrors might be cool though. I really like the subtle changes like the clear side markers (I want to do this one), tint, new wheels, etc. To me, it sets your car apart from stock but does not scream that you are trying to be something else besides a BRZ.

Oh sorry I had read that wrong. I have the Perrin 2" stubby on there right now and so far the only place I've had signal issues is my car port where I live.

And you're correct, I don't want to get too far away from the FT86 lines because I think they are already fantastic which was one of the many reasons I picked the car in the first place.

[KGFRS86]

My trunk looks so good on your car. :-) Sick build man. Sicker in person!

[TylerLieberman]

I wanna hear an exhaust note. Acceleration run

[Pneub]

Originally Posted by TylerLieberman

I wanna hear an exhaust note. Acceleration run

As soon as the exhaust is done I'll take some good videos and pics

[JETRED]

Get that header and exhaust on, I want to hear this beast!!! Great build good sir!

[Lonewolf]

Nicely done!

***Check that oil cooler for leaks...Perrin mentioned that some coolers had issues...

[Pneub]

Originally Posted by Lonewolf

Nicely done!

***Check that oil cooler for leaks...Perrin mentioned that some coolers had issues...

I haven't seen any oil leaks or drips anywhere but now I'm going to go check my oil. Thanks!

[humanshield]

i love it! i'd ditch the center caps on the wheels. and it needs a wing! haha...but i like the style

[Pneub]

Originally Posted by humanshield

i love it! i'd ditch the center caps on the wheels. and it needs a wing! haha...but i like the style

I don't love the Rota center caps either but I didn't want to just put a sticker over them and I haven't seen any replacements besides pink STI caps (which I won't do). Anybody know some good center cap replacements that will fit that have a Subaru logo or just blank? Definitely no wing though. I love the clean sleek lines of the body although I seem to be in a huge minority which is ok.

[Rev Works]

Car looks great. Very similar to one we did here recently haha! Cant wait to hear what the car sounds like with our header and the HKS supercharger

-Matt

[Pneub]

Can't wait to hear it as well. I believe I get the car back on the 12th so I should have some sound vids the week after.

[humanshield]

Originally Posted by Pneub

I don't love the Rota center caps either but I didn't want to just put a sticker over them and I haven't seen any replacements besides pink STI caps (which I won't do). Anybody know some good center cap replacements that will fit that have a Subaru logo or just blank? Definitely no wing though. I love the clean sleek lines of the body although I seem to be in a huge minority which is ok.

i wasn't saying hide the center caps. just ditch them.

[Pneub]

Just picked up a Grimmspeed Sponsorship for 86Fest! Looks like I'm going to receive the following:

- GrimmSpeed License Plate Relocation Kit
- GrimmSpeed FT86 Oil Cap
- GrimmSpeed Battery Tie Down
- GrimmSpeed Master Cylinder Brace
- GrimmSpeed Hood Struts
- GrimmSpeed Strut Tower Brace
- Possibly one other Grimmspeed product that isn't released yet (fingers crossed)