GR86 BRZ First 7 MUST DO Modifications

[@NightMareXist]

i think the first mod should be wide angle side mirrors. the blind spot on this car is not joke

[@luanbui331]

that was the first thing i did.

[@grimriffer69]

Just turn your head

[@KonkrRoads]

I'll check these out. Have a link?

[@86josh]

@@KonkrRoadsdepending on which ones you want, you can get them in blue tint or you can get them clear

[@dre32pitt]

Holy shit do you kids not know how to set your mirrors properly?? All three should act as one panoramic picture.. it ain't that hard lol

[@KernelFault]

My order was: Window tinting Paint protection film Ceramic coating of windows and paint Unplug fake engine noise Remove intake carbon filter Dual oil catch cans & I elected for a banana dispenser rather than ejection seat. I felt that would be more useful. I've also added brighter LED reverse lights, smoked turn signals, smoked reverse lights, & smoked side marker lights. To do's remaining this year are: printing a inside trunk handle, oil accumulator, oil cooler, and covering the bolt heads inside the door wells and seat bolts. Next year, I will pull out the entire interior, add sound deadening all around, as well as adding amps and new speakers. 2026 will have me installing a Sprintex supercharger. Then I'll see if I need to open up the exhaust.

[@KonkrRoads]

"I felt that would be more useful"

[@J.R.F.23]

(2) things I would definitely add to your list are: #1 switching out the yellow looking incandescent interior and backup lights for good quality LED lights. #2 should have come this way; adding hood struts and removing the antiquated prop rod!

[@KonkrRoads]

Good calls -- the hood prop should have been left back in 1956 where it belongs!!

[@shift__robinson]

The addition of the 3rd button sticker was the icing on the cake 😅 Tastefully done. I have a ‘24 Trueno Edition, going on my 2nd month now. I absolutely love the car. Keep on enjoying yours 🤙🏽

[@KonkrRoads]

Thanks for the props on the sticker...it gets some good laughs from my buddies. Super nice Trueno!! Glad you're enjoying it. Any plans for mods or you keeping it pure??

[@shift__robinson]

@@KonkrRoads You have to enjoy life any way you can! Thank you! Great question… the more I drive it, the more inclined I am to keep it pure. I want to compete in 86cup and they do have a stock class. They allow some camber arms, and minimal adjustment items, and track mods (track pads, oil cooler, bucket seat, etc) but no power adders or other enchantments. It drives so well with these Sachs dampers and big brembo brakes 😃 Nice subtle HKS touches on your ride by the way 👍🏽

[@davidgillham6847]

Another great cheap mod that should be on your list is a glass screen protector for the infotainment system, makes the screen look so much clearer and pleasing to look at. Also carbon fiber trim for around the drive mode buttons and door switch gear is a big cabin upgrade, along with a heavier shift knob.

[@KonkrRoads]

Thanks for the tips 🤙. Have a link to the screen protector??

[@peechabot]

glad i read your comment i like little details like that such as the screen protector thats def one of the first things ill be purchasing thanks!

[@ligam5911]

I put the same eject sticker in my Jetta when I got it! Always gets great reactions from my passengers! Looking into buying a brz soon so ill have to add the eject to that as well!😂

[@KonkrRoads]

Hey good stuff 💪💪. Which BRZ you looking to get??

[@ilyamuromec2867]

The best mode for me by far on the BRZ was pedal commander because Subaru bozos "engineering team" could not tune the throttle response properly from the factory. It makes a huge difference with downshifting. Also, added oil temp/pressure gauge, exhaust, removed fake sound, removed carbon filter, adjusted clutch pedal to have less travel, adjusted gas pedal for better heal/toe, changed rear sway bar to 16mm from oem 15mm to have a little more stiff rear end.

[@KonkrRoads]

Hey great list. How did you go about adjusting the clutch pedal? Have a video or article link? I'd love for the clutch to bite closer to the floor.

[@K03sport]

more on HKS high power axle back.... these are certainly a lot easier than a) high-powered jacks, b) high-traction tires (for snow/mud/ice) , c) extendable [front] saw blades, d) [plexi] cockpit enclosure, e) IR scanning headlights, f) submarine features, and g) deployable drone... plus additional equipment such as h) grappling hook, i) 40mm rockets, j) smoke screen, k) oil slick.

[@KonkrRoads]

Q and Bond would be proud of that mod list 💪💪

[@K03sport]

@@KonkrRoads...speed racer/mach 5reference...with bond and batman additions

[@clipertun]

#1 gotta be tint for me

[@KonkrRoads]

Tint is such a requirement I left it off the list. It's as essential as filling the car up with gas, so I agree with you 100% 💪💪

[@Rob165x]

Good list! I’ve done all of these. I also suggest getting the GR tail if it’s your style. I think it really looks good (got mines black on sapphire to match my STi trim pieces) it should’ve came from factory, and fairly cheap (under $200 doesn’t have to be from Toyota). MTec spring really helps modulate the clutch a bit better. A wireless CarPlay dongle (newer ones connect almost instantly). A dashcam for insurance claims and 5-0 stops. Tints. Wrapped the steering wheel. I also put accessory “fog” lights on mines and changed the front grill with the eBay one, but those are a little more involved. Also upgraded my speakers, added a beat-sonic mini-amp and some dampening on doors and trunk. Changed some buttons, carbon-fiber pieces etc. This car can keep you spending money for years 😂

[@KonkrRoads]

"This car can keep you spending money for years"

[@Rob165x]

@@KonkrRoads Make sure it has a Sony Starvis 2 sensor, it's the only sensors capable of consistently catching the license plates because of HDR and AI. They're less than a year old. Mines is a 70mai A810 (not 800), got it for about $150 with some coupons. The Viofo A119 and A229 are good also, depends on how many channels you need. Mines is front and rear, no cabin, but it will still record audio and even timestamps speed and gps info if I want.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@Rob165xgood data, thanks Rob 🤙

[@DRod79]

Lol the eject button is awesome. Good video

[@KonkrRoads]

Glad you enjoyed it 😎🤙

[@emptychair3932]

the apache helicopter during the video is insane!! hahaha so cool

[@KonkrRoads]

Lucky timing for sure! 🚁 🤙

[@Mike-mz9cm]

When I was in Oahu earlier this year, I saw so many military helicopters flying around. An Apache on the North Coast by Sunset Beach flying around, likely training, and a big dual prop cargo helo practicing picking up water and dumping it, just off Yokohama Bay.

[@amadolandin9506]

I would put them in the following order: 1. Wheels and Tires. 2. Suspension 3. Intake/exhaust 4. Add oil cooler and/or an oil pan baffle 5. Radio/speakers 6. Lighting (exterior and interior) 7. Add carbon fiber pieces and I do like the Eject button. 8,9,10.....one of these will be a supercharger.

[@KonkrRoads]

I see many going this route -- to each, their own. I'll offer a counter-view: knock out a few relatively inexpensive necessities and save funding to prioritize the supercharger once the kits are properly tested. That's my plan, at least🤙

[@illogicallylogic9805]

Nice I’m about to hit two months with my baby that third button always threw me off I’m glad I saw that decal

[@KonkrRoads]

Congrats on the new ride 🤙. You going with eject or other??

[@aroundomaha]

Use the unplugged speaker to add an OBD connector in the glovebox for data. You cannot get the same data from the stock OBD.

[@KonkrRoads]

I haven't read into this one but sounds great. What device do you plug in to this port to view data? What specific unique data can you pull? Thanks 🤙

[@aroundomaha]

@@KonkrRoads I plug RaceCapture in to use with SoloStorm. This is the only way I can get data such as RPM, throttle, and braking information into SoloStorm.

[@aroundomaha]

@@KonkrRoads I plug a RaceCapture unit to gather speed, RPM, throttle, braking, steering, etc. I couldn't get this data through the regular OBD. I pipe the RaceCapture data to SoloStorm.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@aroundomaha awesome info, thanks. I'll look into this for sure 🤙

[@RicoSpreiter]

Hello KR, where did u get the vents wrapp? Looking so nice :) greetings from switzerland

[@KonkrRoads]

Hallo, bonjour, ciao Rico -- you are blessed to have your BRZ/86 in a land with so many great roads! Oh how I miss the Susten, Grimsel, Furka trio. I purchased the alcantara vents from EightyZips here: www.eightyzips.com/shop/p/m5s1scmpjlnjkjcj329wjylhddig2a. Here is my review and install video link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/onPanqSoebeLjMksi=76rqkgXI9zvyKK6T Cheers 🤙

[@Blakek.]

#7 was by far the the best mod ...Ejecto-seato cuzz! 😂😂😂

[@KonkrRoads]

lol agreed!!! Best $2.50 spent...EVER 😎🤙

[@GJHeckler]

You forgot “Hand Grips Raise”:)

[@GJHeckler]

@@KonkrRoadsI haven’t purchased a BRZ or GR86 yet but looking hard for one. Can’t wait to drive one.

[@KonkrRoads]

@@GJHeckler LOL!! I like it. I may have to install this bit for the full effect: www.ebay.com/itm/285275319444

[@KonkrRoads]

@@GJHeckler I think you'll truly enjoy it -- what sort of cars do you typically drive or had in the past?

[@jasonoshima6839]

Tint should replace the eject button :)

[@KonkrRoads]

@@jasonoshima6839 hmmm...must do both 😎🤙

[@shulerstudios9731]

Appreciate your service man and solid video. Love the minimalistic additions cuz that’s what I started with doing. Did you have your vents custom wrapped then? Sticker was one of the first ones I did as I have the banana one lol. I pretty much did everything you did but with some carbon fiber additions like the vent covers. If you’re looking for “cheaper” things I recommend tailights and window tint since it appears you’re in Hawaii. Drivenmedia has a lot of good lighting and carbon fiber options! Twins carbon as well, I have their cf mirror caps. I’m probably getting side vent inserts for my next mod 🤙🏼

[@shulerstudios9731]

Update: just watched your vent video now haha. I would probably go with the straight vent one that drivenmedia just came out with

[@KonkrRoads]

Your plans sound solid! The a/c vents I bought wrapped from EightyZips. Took a bit but worth it. I've been thinking about clear tails and some matte cf in the interior...just not sure how far I'll go on cosmetic when the goal is a supercharger here in a year or two. What's next after the side vents for you?

[@shulerstudios9731]

@@KonkrRoads yeah I just checked out that video solid. Yes I have tons of cf on the inside lol but I’d recommend the vland clear tailights, that’s what I have and they look rlly nice. Not sure what all I’ll be doing since I’m 24 and don’t make that much money which is why I’m sticking w cosmetic stuff even though I do have an axleback and cai

[@Maclin456]

Instead of the eject sticker you should have gotten the 6 speed gear layout so the subaru mechanics could figure out where the reverse gear is (true story) mod shift knob

[@KonkrRoads]

LOL that's a scary thought when the techs aren't tracking the left-and-up reverse. Hopefully they didn't grind your gears (literally) 😎🤙

[@DRod79]

One mod that is good too is getting rid of the seat belt chime

[@KonkrRoads]

100% 🤙

[@Ash91719]

Or just wear your seatbelt lmao

[@Chris-pu6je]

@@Ash91719obviously. are you dumb?

[@mariok4rt314]

I approve of the Mario Kart items mod

[@KonkrRoads]

Fitting of the name 😎. Which decal did you get??

[@NFSDriver]

gave you a like for the seat eject button.

[@KonkrRoads]

Many thanks 🤙

[@Thisisthe86]

which island are you on? I got the same plates lol first 86/brz vid i’ve seen in hawaii and the helicopter makes me feel at home

[@KonkrRoads]

Oahu, you? 🤙

[@Thisisthe86]

@@KonkrRoads same 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

[@KonkrRoads]

@@Thisisthe86 big 4th of July car show on the north shore -- you headed there?

[@Thisisthe86]

@@KonkrRoads shoot i might i wasn’t tracking there was one might have to come thru

[@sail.lace.shawty]

“Ejecto seato cuz” hahahah

[@KonkrRoads]

Best mod ever 😎🍻

[@rmcx2]

Where mite I aquire them Alcantara vent wraps??

[@KonkrRoads]

I purchased mine from EightyZips at www.eightyzips.com/shop/p/m5s1scmpjlnjkjcj329wjylhddig2a. He buys new OEM vents and wraps with the regal french stitch. Very impressive work. If you want to save some cash, look into a local upholstery shop to wrap your existing OEM vents in a similar style 🤙

[@NJ_Galactic]

Noise unfortunately doesn't do anything noticable for power. Headers and a tune will be more worth the expense. My GR86 will get headers in a few months plus weight reduction

[@KonkrRoads]

Which headers are you going with? I'm leaning towards the JDL UEL catted.

[@robbysimmons9901]

i've never heard anyone sound more military lol.

[@KonkrRoads]

Nearly two decades in the green suit has its effects lol. What gave it away more, tone or specific words??

[@robbysimmons9901]

@@KonkrRoads thanks for your service, grew up on scott air force base/ ft bragg as an army brat haha. I think the calm organised tone :). Also it kinda looks like your on base, with the what sounds like an army chopper going overhead.

[@javierbowen6518]

🫡

[@JudeSturman]

Worried about getting pulled over with clear markers…is that a thing? Like how you are keeping it with a stock look. I try to do the same.

[@KonkrRoads]

OEM styling on the twins is epic for sure 🤙. For the markers, check your state Department of Transportation rules. Some states care on marker color, some do not. The color they are required to illuminate is pretty consistent (amber).

[@jasonoshima6839]

Get bulbs that are white/clear until they are illuminated as a turn signal (amber/orange). That way, it still looks better, and most police will not care.

[@dhaug]

Please do tell where (link) you got the EJECT button!!

[@K03sport]

Ejecto Seato buttons are popping up all over. Just search for "Ejecto Seato" and you will be inundated with results. Import Image Racing and Rally Sport Direct are two places to start......

[@KonkrRoads]

Here you go, enjoy! www.etsy.com/shop/EVdecals

[@SailorCowes]

Nice video!!

[@KonkrRoads]

Hey thanks bro 😎🤙

[@genna544]

I think my 1st mod is going to be moving the gas pedal up and over for easier heel-toe downshifts!!

[@KonkrRoads]

How do you go about doing this?

[@tyrantrex734]

First mod should be getting a GR86 instead because the front grille looks weak on the BRZ

[@KonkrRoads]

Grinch smile (BRZ) vs Neo's face after Agent Smith made his lips sealed closed (GR86). Choose your poison 🤙

[@bigbunnyboi]

Oil pan to avoid RTV issues?

[@KonkrRoads]

I wouldn't tie oil starvation to RTV. Oil pressure loss, from what I've seen, is caused by high-G turns on track, usually with very sticky and wider tires.

[@Yousefyehya995]

But i like the fake engine noise..

[@KonkrRoads]

Skip #4 and proceed 😎. I'm with you, it was a debate for months on whether to unplug or not. The noise really isn't all that bad until 4k rpm...then it's a bit synthesized for my liking 🤙

[@yiwang9540]

The 1st thing should be opening oil pan and clean the damn silicone. The 2nd thing is bigger tires. 215 is a joke.

[@KonkrRoads]

I get why track-focused GRZs up the tire width, but on the street for me the 215 is good fun and well matched to stock power and handling. 225/40/18s may go on if I move to a wintery climate really due to more options in that size -- what tires are you on now?

[@dre32pitt]

7?!?! Sounds like a different car wouldve been a better place to start

[@KonkrRoads]

I would modify a Bugatti Veyron if I owned one -- I can't leave "good enough" alone with any car 🤙

[@dre32pitt]

@@KonkrRoads I feel you... I was the same way then did some soul searching and realized what it is I really enjoy about my cars and that's just driving them.. plain n simple. I've modded less.n less. Mainly just get the exhaust where I want sound wise.. address.the shifter if necessary.. and wheels/tires when needed. Much much cheaper 😂

[@flea4061]

Meh, just trade it in.

[@KonkrRoads]

For what? What are you driving these days?

[@CPE-j1u]

If you remove charcoal you lose warranty (sadly)

[@KonkrRoads]

If Subaru or Toyota can link the engine issue with the loss of the filter, then yes. However I don't see how the removal of this filter would cause engine problems; the increase of airflow is minimal and the original JDM factory design did not have it to start with. A chance we all take I suppose.

[@christopherbostwick8319]

Can’t be true. If you add an intake, it has no charcoal filter and does not void warranty.

[@flea4061]

Or you could skip all that and trade in your mistake.

[@KonkrRoads]

The only mistake I made was not buying the BRZ sooner 🤙

[@bart12d]

@@KonkrRoadsyou said it! I’m on board with your list too. I like the stock height and wheels on my GR86, so have to ignore a lot of peer pressure. Also, your HKS legamax video was a major reason I got it and was able to install it myself. Will probably never go to another exhaust!

[@J.R.F.23]

@@KonkrRoadsI love my 2024 BRZ and have zero regrets about buying it ❣️😎

[@K03sport]

what car (2+2 sport coupe) at this price ISN'T a mistake? Eco Boost Mustang? Turbo4 Camaro? turbo4 Supra (no back seats)? MX-5 Club (no back seats and a convertible)? Perhaps a 8yo Boxster/Cayman is a better financial choice, yes? So, please do tell what isn't a "mistake".

[@bart12d]

@@K03sport exactly. Even if you get something with more power at the same price, like a used cayman, you’ll be spending more on maintenance and any parts/mods you want. Plus no back seats, which is dealbreaker for those who need to transport their kids. VW or some hot hatch? Nope, doesn’t handle the same, and/or no RWD.