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AmongstFrienemies · 01-05-2015, 07:58 AM

HEY guys its me again!

I just bought a brand new BRZ and I know nothing about cars! Its ok though all of you lovelies are here to help right?

I am looking to make a simple upgrade to my BRZ, and then spend a little more on some kind of performance package after I drive it around for a year or maybe 10k-20k miles.

So as for within the next few months, new wheels and tires seemed like a simple upgrade from stock. Is this a good idea? or should I invest 1000-2000 dollars in something else for now?

If getting a new set of wheels/tires seem like a good idea, what kind should I invest in? I am looking for wheels that are tried and true or that you have personal experience with, that are known to work well with the BRZ.

Thanks folks,

Amongst

EDIT: forgot to mention this is my daily driver? only car I own but the drive to work is barely a few miles, but still I want to keep things fairly reasonable I guess

OICU812 · 01-05-2015, 09:28 AM

Have you looked at the stickied "wheel directory"? You should browse that first see what attracts you. Then go from there as there are tons of choices.

adamg · 01-05-2015, 09:31 AM

suspension before wheels

Koa · 01-05-2015, 09:36 AM

^ this! Lowered a little, front camber bolts, and Corner3garage spacers for $100 and it really enhances the platform's overall stance and vibe. Wheels and rims then can come.

(link to Whiteline Camber bolts + spacers for $137. Really hard to beat)
http://www.corner3garage.com/Whiteli...RZ-_p_479.html

Model Citizen · 01-05-2015, 10:29 AM

Usethesearchbutton

frslee · 01-05-2015, 02:23 PM

Are you female? If so, you should've stated in the beginning. More people will help you out.

My advice would be to drive the car as it is for now until you read some articles and learn what you want to do. Unless you have cash to burn, I wouldn't spend the money because people say it's good for your car. Knowledge will save you money, if you care.

Astroboy · 01-05-2015, 07:46 PM

I/e/t would really make this car more fun

AmongstFrienemies · 01-06-2015, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Astroboy

I/e/t would really make this car more fun

what does i/e/t mean?

2much · 01-06-2015, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmongstFrienemies

what does i/e/t mean?

I am guessing intake/exhaust/tune.

My path so far as been:
stock
k/n drop in air filter and perrin inlet tube ($200)
openflash tablet (tuning) ($500)
openflash header ($600)
RCE springs ($300)
Grimmspeed strut bar ($150)

the intake/tuning/headers provide power, sound, engine response. The springs will lower slightly and help the car to handle better overall. springs first, wheels and brakes next.

AmongstFrienemies · 01-07-2015, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2much

I am guessing intake/exhaust/tune.

My path so far as been:
stock
k/n drop in air filter and perrin inlet tube ($200)
openflash tablet (tuning) ($500)
openflash header ($600)
RCE springs ($300)
Grimmspeed strut bar ($150)

the intake/tuning/headers provide power, sound, engine response. The springs will lower slightly and help the car to handle better overall. springs first, wheels and brakes next.

oh awesome thanks for taking the time to provide a non-trolly reply!

how much power have these operations granted you? also the take-off or torque is what its called I guess? I want to be able to put mustangs/camaros/ similar entry level american muscle cars on their asses, they are annoying as fk

Pkush · 01-07-2015, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmongstFrienemies

I want to be able to put mustangs/camaros/ similar entry level american muscle cars on their asses, they are annoying as fk

You bought the wrong car.

FR-S89 · 01-07-2015, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AmongstFrienemies

oh awesome thanks for taking the time to provide a non-trolly reply!

how much power have these operations granted you? also the take-off or torque is what its called I guess? I want to be able to put mustangs/camaros/ similar entry level american muscle cars on their asses, they are annoying as fk

Lol not going to happen with the FA20

Pkush · 01-07-2015, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FR-S89

Lol not going to happen withOUT FI ($10k+)

FTFY

Bergen23 · 01-07-2015, 11:18 AM

Get whatever mod you want, and don't listen to people who tell you what you want to do is wrong. Although, I'd recommend, doing wheels AND suspension at the same time is the best way to go. That way, you're only setting it up once. Within about a week of owning my car, I bought an exhaust, intake, coils, rear LCAs and wheels. Put the intake and exhaust on already, waiting for the spring for suspension stuff. Then I'll probably be getting a header and tune.

TL;DR, spend your money in a way that will make you happy.

01-05-2015, 07:58 AM	#1
AmongstFrienemies Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Drives: 2015 BRZ Dark Gray Location: United States Posts: 12 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Iknownothingaboutcars HEY guys its me again! I just bought a brand new BRZ and I know nothing about cars! Its ok though all of you lovelies are here to help right? I am looking to make a simple upgrade to my BRZ, and then spend a little more on some kind of performance package after I drive it around for a year or maybe 10k-20k miles. So as for within the next few months, new wheels and tires seemed like a simple upgrade from stock. Is this a good idea? or should I invest 1000-2000 dollars in something else for now? If getting a new set of wheels/tires seem like a good idea, what kind should I invest in? I am looking for wheels that are tried and true or that you have personal experience with, that are known to work well with the BRZ. Thanks folks, Amongst EDIT: forgot to mention this is my daily driver? only car I own but the drive to work is barely a few miles, but still I want to keep things fairly reasonable I guess Last edited by AmongstFrienemies; 01-05-2015 at 08:11 AM.

01-05-2015, 09:31 AM	#3
adamg Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Drives: brz Location: United States Posts: 780 Thanks: 194 Thanked 405 Times in 212 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	suspension before wheels

01-05-2015, 02:23 PM	#6
frslee Just drive it Join Date: Mar 2013 Drives: 13' FR-S Location: Maryland Posts: 1,122 Thanks: 97 Thanked 321 Times in 218 Posts Mentioned: 10 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	Are you female? If so, you should've stated in the beginning. More people will help you out. My advice would be to drive the car as it is for now until you read some articles and learn what you want to do. Unless you have cash to burn, I wouldn't spend the money because people say it's good for your car. Knowledge will save you money, if you care.

01-07-2015, 11:18 AM	#14
Bergen23 Banned Join Date: Dec 2014 Drives: '15 Halo FR-S Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,317 Thanks: 922 Thanked 950 Times in 492 Posts Mentioned: 22 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Get whatever mod you want, and don't listen to people who tell you what you want to do is wrong. Although, I'd recommend, doing wheels AND suspension at the same time is the best way to go. That way, you're only setting it up once. Within about a week of owning my car, I bought an exhaust, intake, coils, rear LCAs and wheels. Put the intake and exhaust on already, waiting for the spring for suspension stuff. Then I'll probably be getting a header and tune. TL;DR, spend your money in a way that will make you happy.

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