First FRS, aftermarket suggestions? - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

soulreapersteve · 09-15-2015, 03:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Packofcrows

I missed the age!

Get a Corolla for college. I had a ae86, 2006 corolla and pickup. That mpg will make a diff. Also, the more friends that fit in your car comfy, the more parties youll go to...least that was my case. Less gas money means more for extra curricular activities.
Dont forget insurance.

You can also have some extra curricular activities in the backseat of a corolla. Dunno about the FRS though. I mean... umm

Hotrodheart · 09-15-2015, 04:06 AM

I hear the siren song of a supercharger.

DarkSunrise · 09-15-2015, 05:21 AM

Really depends what your goals and budget are for the car. For example, I've mainly modified mine for HPDE/track use. If you were solely driving your car on the street, you'd probably want a very different set of modifications. E.g., a set of track brake pads would make no sense on a street car.

My advice would be to start slowly and really plan out how you want to mod the car based on your goals and budget.

sqd · 09-15-2015, 05:33 AM

Varis Arising II widebody, Work Meisters (pick the model you like from that line) and a built bottom end with a big turbo. That's the only alternative I'm afraid.

Tcoat · 09-15-2015, 07:23 AM

Something all these U.S. Guys have missed is the cost of modding in Canada. At the current exchange rate all those parts cost 30% more then they are listed. Be very easy to dump the price of the car into mods. Stay away from the cheap eBay stuff since it is a gamble on quality.
This also supports the oft repeated "drive it" and learn what if any mods you may want. When the dollar improves you can save some cash and you will know exactly what you want.

why? · 09-15-2015, 08:10 AM

There are quite a few people that have spent the cost of the car and more in mods alone. Pretty amazing when you think about it.

olsonpg · 09-15-2015, 08:43 AM

Tune it- Have a tuner increase the throttle response so theres no lag at all - and up the idle speed to 850. Then adjust the clutch pedal so it doesnt throw like a tractor (theres an in depth do it yourself guide on here for that- takes 10 mins). Car will be so much more enjoyable to drive, in my opinion. Plus a tune can squeeze some horsepower out of the engine - I think it was around 10 or so? I forget.

Braces · 09-15-2015, 09:47 AM

Start with some good snow tires.

D_Thissen · 09-15-2015, 11:14 AM

I would have to say tints and drive it this winter. With proper snow tires its very easy to learn the limits of the car. I think BRZ world even does some 'track days' over the winter.

Fishbed77 · 09-15-2015, 11:21 AM

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I'm fairly new to this site, and my primary question is: What kind of modifications do people here think I should start looking into?

Typically, no mods until after you drive the car for at least a year IMHO.

And as others have said, focus on your studies and be thankful you are blessed to have such an amazing car for an 18-year-old. Remember that, and you'll continue to be happy with your ride.

I'm speaking from experience here. When I was 18 (in 1996) I got a beautiful Patriot Red 1994 gen 4 Camaro Z28 (thanks to the trifecta of hard work, saving money, and college being paid mostly through scholarships). Every day I was blown away by how fortunate I was to be driving such a cool car at such a young age. Never did a single mod to it. Keep that in perspective, and you'll be happy with your FR-S for a long time.

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MisterSheep · 09-15-2015, 11:26 AM

I think this is the 3rd thread today I have read about this topic >.<

Anywho..

Congratulations on your purchase.

Search this forum. Stay stock for a little while, while you learn about your own car. Do an autocross or take a driving training course and become a better driver and learn how to push your car to it's limits. You will find threads on this site regarding the cheapest possible go fast mods and what to go for suspension and handling.

But all in all.. It's your car and YOUR money.

wooleyje · 09-15-2015, 01:38 PM

1,000 HP V-8 Swap

MisterSheep · 09-15-2015, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wooleyje

1,000 HP V-8 Swap

best bang for your buck IMHO

Aztec · 09-15-2015, 02:40 PM

Openflashtablet.com

Get the tablet, then the header down the road

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09-15-2015, 05:21 AM	#17
DarkSunrise Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 22 BRZ (Previously 13 FR-S) Location: USA Posts: 5,794 Thanks: 2,164 Thanked 4,242 Times in 2,220 Posts Mentioned: 48 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Really depends what your goals and budget are for the car. For example, I've mainly modified mine for HPDE/track use. If you were solely driving your car on the street, you'd probably want a very different set of modifications. E.g., a set of track brake pads would make no sense on a street car. My advice would be to start slowly and really plan out how you want to mod the car based on your goals and budget. __________________ "Never run out of real estate, traction, and ideas at the same time." 2022 BRZ Build 2013 FR-S Build

09-15-2015, 05:33 AM	#18
sqd Senior Member Join Date: May 2015 Drives: '13 SWP GT86 Location: Sweden Posts: 395 Thanks: 178 Thanked 377 Times in 166 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Varis Arising II widebody, Work Meisters (pick the model you like from that line) and a built bottom end with a big turbo. That's the only alternative I'm afraid. __________________ IG @squareddesign http://www.squareddesign.se

09-15-2015, 07:23 AM	#19
Tcoat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Drives: 2020 Hakone Location: London, Ont Posts: 69,845 Thanks: 61,656 Thanked 108,283 Times in 46,456 Posts Mentioned: 2495 Post(s) Tagged: 50 Thread(s)	Something all these U.S. Guys have missed is the cost of modding in Canada. At the current exchange rate all those parts cost 30% more then they are listed. Be very easy to dump the price of the car into mods. Stay away from the cheap eBay stuff since it is a gamble on quality. This also supports the oft repeated "drive it" and learn what if any mods you may want. When the dollar improves you can save some cash and you will know exactly what you want. __________________ Racecar spelled backwards is Racecar, because Racecar.

09-15-2015, 11:14 AM	#23
D_Thissen Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Drives: '13 Argento FR-S (Sold) Location: Ontario Posts: 2,126 Thanks: 3,209 Thanked 1,439 Times in 855 Posts Mentioned: 19 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	I would have to say tints and drive it this winter. With proper snow tires its very easy to learn the limits of the car. I think BRZ world even does some 'track days' over the winter. __________________ My FR-S Build IG: dthissen

09-15-2015, 02:40 PM	#28
Aztec Lost in the twisties Join Date: Sep 2014 Drives: 2014 BRZ Dark Gray Metallic Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 661 Thanks: 436 Thanked 297 Times in 187 Posts Mentioned: 33 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Openflashtablet.com Get the tablet, then the header down the road Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk __________________ NEW CAR!🚨🏎️⛽ 2014 BRZ: Edelbrock SC, CSG ZachTune, Jackson Radiator/Oil cooler, lightweight flywheel, CNT UEL, Berk OP/FP, Ark Grip Catback, Carbon fiber Driveshaft Aztec's Build Thread

09-15-2015, 04:06 AM	#16
Hotrodheart Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Location: Kailua-Kona HI Posts: 401 Thanks: 46 Thanked 428 Times in 181 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I hear the siren song of a supercharger.

09-15-2015, 08:10 AM	#20
why? Only happy when it rains. Join Date: Feb 2013 Drives: series.blue Location: Harnett county NC Posts: 1,995 Thanks: 5,698 Thanked 1,263 Times in 749 Posts Mentioned: 25 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	There are quite a few people that have spent the cost of the car and more in mods alone. Pretty amazing when you think about it.

09-15-2015, 08:43 AM	#21
olsonpg Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Drives: BRZ. R34 GT-T Location: Calgary Posts: 762 Thanks: 737 Thanked 613 Times in 302 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Tune it- Have a tuner increase the throttle response so theres no lag at all - and up the idle speed to 850. Then adjust the clutch pedal so it doesnt throw like a tractor (theres an in depth do it yourself guide on here for that- takes 10 mins). Car will be so much more enjoyable to drive, in my opinion. Plus a tune can squeeze some horsepower out of the engine - I think it was around 10 or so? I forget.

09-15-2015, 09:47 AM	#22
Braces Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: 17 Alfa Romeo 4C Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Posts: 987 Thanks: 570 Thanked 711 Times in 365 Posts Mentioned: 14 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Start with some good snow tires.

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