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Alq · 02-04-2015, 10:03 AM

From Heuberger Motors! Got a 6MT '14 Limited BRZ black silica..super excited! Now that I need to wait a few weeks for delivery, I want to start preparing and buying supplemental parts now. PLEASE suggest any to add/modify! (I couldn't find a solid answer on what type of oil to use)

List of parts/items I have planned:

15208AA130 Oil filters - ordered
Motul 1L GEAR 300 75W90 (holding off on this for now)
Fumoto Drain valve - ordered
Rhino Ramps - ordered
Weathertech floor mats
Interior plastics because the silver is ugly
Smoked side markers - ordered
Shark fin antenna
OEM arm rest
K&N Drop in filter - ordered
OFT/OFH

These are all for maintenance purposes, I will be starting a build thread when the car comes and post pics!

Alq

pinski · 02-04-2015, 10:16 AM

Congrats! Too many parts to recommend, it depends on what you want to make of the car. I'd recommend just searching the forums for things that interest you and reading from there.

For aesthetics, one nice thing to improve your '14 model would be to replace the stock antenna on the roof with a sharkfin from BeatSonic.

Alq · 02-04-2015, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pinski

Congrats! Too many parts to recommend, it depends on what you want to make of the car. I'd recommend just searching the forums for things that interest you and reading from there.

For aesthetics, one nice thing to improve your '14 model would be to replace the stock antenna on the roof with a sharkfin from BeatSonic.

Thanks for the suggestion, I am mainly looking for maintenance/necessities for now, but I'll definitely keep that in mind when I create my build thread!

D_Thissen · 02-04-2015, 11:14 AM

Weathertech floor mats are a great way to keep the interior clean! Since you went with black, maybe get the cars leading edges wrapped in 3M vinyl. Oh and congrats!

h8meh8ers · 02-04-2015, 11:15 AM

Just to let you know, the rhino ramps are too steep for our cars to go up. I have a set and I use some wood to make it up to the top of them. I'd still recommend them though because they've worked well for me on several cars, and aren't that expensive.

Decay107 · 02-04-2015, 12:10 PM

I'd honestly recommend holding off on the gear oil. Some people have issues, many others don't and why fix what isn't broken. I've been using the factory fill for two years with not a single problem, though I will be changing it out soon as a preventative measure due to the amount of track time my car sees.

Xuningshen · 02-04-2015, 12:14 PM

I agree with the advice from Decay. Dont switch out the gear oil unless you have shifting issues.

Alq · 02-04-2015, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by D_Thissen

Weathertech floor mats are a great way to keep the interior clean! Since you went with black, maybe get the cars leading edges wrapped in 3M vinyl. Oh and congrats!

Yes, I've heard good things about those, thanks!

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Originally Posted by h8meh8ers

Just to let you know, the rhino ramps are too steep for our cars to go up. I have a set and I use some wood to make it up to the top of them. I'd still recommend them though because they've worked well for me on several cars, and aren't that expensive.

I saw a post awhile back explaining this, I think I have some 2x4s laying around I can use.

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Originally Posted by Decay107

I'd honestly recommend holding off on the gear oil. Some people have issues, many others don't and why fix what isn't broken. I've been using the factory fill for two years with not a single problem, though I will be changing it out soon as a preventative measure due to the amount of track time my car sees.

Alright will do, thank you!

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Originally Posted by Xuningshen

I agree with the advice from Decay. Dont switch out the gear oil unless you have shifting issues.

Agent 86 · 02-05-2015, 08:23 AM

This is not actually an upgrade, but since you haven't taken delivery, I would recommend that you stop the dealer from drilling holes in your front bumper for the license plate. Then purchase a tow hook plate holder if the state you live in requires a front plate.

MikeM7 · 02-05-2015, 09:13 AM

If you are only worried about protection
-factory mudgaurds
-under body panels

If you want aesthetics
-interior plastics because the silver is ugly
-side markers
-shark fin antenna
-arm rest

Performance
-K&N Drop in filter
-OFT/OFH
-tires

Also, most people like to plug the sound tube.

pinski · 02-05-2015, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeM7

Also, most people like to plug the sound tube.

Yes! Plug that damn tube. Sounds much better to me without that noise pumped in the cabin.

industrial · 02-05-2015, 10:12 AM

I'd think about whether you want to have the front of your car resprayed in 3-4 years or do a clear bra right now. My car is 3 years old and the front bumper has alot of nicks, chips and gouges. I REALLY wish I got a quality full coverage clear bra.

MikeM7 · 02-05-2015, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by industrial

I'd think about whether you want to have the front of your car resprayed in 3-4 years or do a clear bra right now. My car is 3 years old and the front bumper has alot of nicks, chips and gouges. I REALLY wish I got a quality full coverage clear bra.

Ah, forgot that one because my car came with it

That is probably the best thing you can do in terms of protective mods.

Alq · 02-05-2015, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Agent 86

This is not actually an upgrade, but since you haven't taken delivery, I would recommend that you stop the dealer from drilling holes in your front bumper for the license plate. Then purchase a tow hook plate holder if the state you live in requires a front plate.

Already talked to Heuberger and they don't drill the bumper

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeM7

If you want aesthetics
-interior plastics because the silver is ugly
-side markers
-shark fin antenna
-arm rest

Performance
-K&N Drop in filter
-OFT/OFH
-tires

Also, most people like to plug the sound tube.

Yes, all of the above planned

Quote:

Originally Posted by industrial

I'd think about whether you want to have the front of your car resprayed in 3-4 years or do a clear bra right now. My car is 3 years old and the front bumper has alot of nicks, chips and gouges. I REALLY wish I got a quality full coverage clear bra.

Already have a place in mind where I can get this done, i'm doing clear bra on the front and then full opti-coat

02-04-2015, 10:16 AM	#2
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Decay107 Turning is for Nerds Join Date: Aug 2013 Drives: 35 characters is not enough Location: PDX Posts: 1,974 Thanks: 836 Thanked 1,259 Times in 717 Posts Mentioned: 186 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	I'd honestly recommend holding off on the gear oil. Some people have issues, many others don't and why fix what isn't broken. I've been using the factory fill for two years with not a single problem, though I will be changing it out soon as a preventative measure due to the amount of track time my car sees. __________________ My build thread / journal / evidence for warranty claim denial Motorcycle build thread

02-04-2015, 12:14 PM	#7
Xuningshen Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Drives: Subaru BRZ Location: California Posts: 204 Thanks: 89 Thanked 125 Times in 62 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I agree with the advice from Decay. Dont switch out the gear oil unless you have shifting issues. __________________ 2014 WRB BRZ

02-05-2015, 08:23 AM	#9
Agent 86 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Drives: 2017 Cayman S Location: Maryland Posts: 341 Thanks: 41 Thanked 128 Times in 73 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	This is not actually an upgrade, but since you haven't taken delivery, I would recommend that you stop the dealer from drilling holes in your front bumper for the license plate. Then purchase a tow hook plate holder if the state you live in requires a front plate. __________________ … and loving it! Maxwell Smart . Gone but not forgotten 2014 BRZ Limited - 2013 VW Golf R - 2010 Forester XT - 2006 Mazda 3 GT

02-04-2015, 11:15 AM	#5
h8meh8ers Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: 2014 FR-S Location: Delco Posts: 67 Thanks: 41 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 2 Thread(s)	Just to let you know, the rhino ramps are too steep for our cars to go up. I have a set and I use some wood to make it up to the top of them. I'd still recommend them though because they've worked well for me on several cars, and aren't that expensive.

02-05-2015, 09:13 AM	#10
MikeM7 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Drives: 2013 BRZ Limited White Location: San Antonio Posts: 356 Thanks: 91 Thanked 192 Times in 100 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	If you are only worried about protection -factory mudgaurds -under body panels If you want aesthetics -interior plastics because the silver is ugly -side markers -shark fin antenna -arm rest Performance -K&N Drop in filter -OFT/OFH -tires Also, most people like to plug the sound tube.

02-05-2015, 10:12 AM	#12
industrial Add lightness! Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: 17' WRX Location: Boston Posts: 1,253 Thanks: 380 Thanked 888 Times in 411 Posts Mentioned: 20 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I'd think about whether you want to have the front of your car resprayed in 3-4 years or do a clear bra right now. My car is 3 years old and the front bumper has alot of nicks, chips and gouges. I REALLY wish I got a quality full coverage clear bra.

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