Installing BRZ engine mods

[@TheBTRGarage]

*Thanks everyone for watching, this one was a lot of work! Think we can get this thing to 150 likes? Smash that like button!*

[@BadBandar59]

Shelby left you stranded. Get her on that crank pulley. Nice mods. Every time i see one of your vids it makes me want a BRZ/FRS.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Hah! Yea I coulda used some extra muscle :D

[@bradleyjdavid]

I like how you leave in the mistakes (missteps). Most DIYers can appreciate this.

[@TheBTRGarage]

I am DIY'er just like everyone else :) Mistakes is how we learn and figure things out...I've made plenty of mistakes over the years but then you know how to do it right or easier the next time.

[@bradleyjdavid]

Justin's Pit Lane keep'em coming, man.

[@Emmitson]

Fantastic video! Can't wait to get my own brz sometime soon.

[@Xion1986CA]

My father and were able to remove overpipe and install PLM overpipe without moving engine. 2017 series.Yellow Brz

[@TheBTRGarage]

- Valentines AK - Yea it can be done. It is just much quicker and easier to lower the subframe a little.

[@Nico-of6ny]

Do a short video about the new exhaust sound pls! Nice video :)

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yep, planning on it. As soon as the dumb hurricane winds stop blowing around here :(

[@ed0825]

idk why it took me so long to find this awesome channel. keep up the great videos man.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks buddy! Appreciate that.

[@brentpoteet8775]

Thanks for posting this vid. It is helping me pick my next mods. Can't wait to hear the exhaust. Just got a 2017 BRZ Series Yellow last week. So far I've added the MTEC shift springs and the mud guards. Will be adding exhaust soon and one of the tuning options. I do like Ecu Tek. I had their software on my WRX.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sure thing, and nice car! Sounds like a good start.

[@GP-fc7jv]

Is that a performance sway bar do you like it and how thick is it

[@hammer86_]

Perfect timing! I just bought a cat back exhaust today and was looking for installation vids as I've never done it. Wish I had an assistant like Shelby :)

[@TheBTRGarage]

Nice! It's not the most detailed install video but should point you in the right direction :) What did you get?

[@hammer86_]

I got the MXP Comp RS Ti Tips from FT86SpeedFactory. I swore I'd never spend money on an exhaust just to make my car sound better, but I guess that changed when I heard this. watch?v=Vma8Pbbidug Oh, and my Cusco pedal came today!

[@TheBTRGarage]

Nice, that exhaust looks pretty sweet. Any idea how much it weighs? I might change up mine eventually because the custom one is kind of janky and exits the wrong side for a single exit...

[@hammer86_]

I don't see any info on the weight. I'll let you know when I get it. Shipped today.

[@seanyo9122]

You should look into installing an air oil separator and billet power blocks from crawford performance to get more hp as well as increasing reliability.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sounds like some decent upgrades. However, with the autocross class I race in, I am limited to what mods I can do to the car to stay legal.

[@sirwolfeman21]

Hi Justin, do you keep the extra tires under the car while it is on stands for extra safety? Also, please do a review of the new Ecutek tuner.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yes. I try to leave tires under there as well as one of the jacks still braced against a support point. Can never be too safe. Sure, I can do an ECUtek review eventually, when I learn it more :)

[@911930964993996997]

Hey Justin.. were you able to make a comparison with the OEM replacements? I read that Subaru uprated both intake and exhaust so I was just wondering why you replaced the parts and how are you certain the replacements are better than stock? Thanks!!

[@TheBTRGarage]

The Grimmspeed intake is probably not much of an improvement over stock to be honest. The exhaust parts are for sure. The stock header has a built in catalytic converter, the RevWorks does not (much better exhaust flow). The stock header is also an equal length style vs un-equal length (different power delivery characteristics). The rest of the aftermarket exhaust piping is less restrictive and also lighter weight. Lighter weight is a big factor, especially with the header and cat-back. I took the car to the dyno to get the stock power numbers, check out the video if you missed it. I will be taking the car back to the same dyno here soon, so I will have the "after" engine upgrades power numbers. That will show exactly how effective all the upgrades are. I did the same things for my FRS, if you go back through the videos for that car (see playlist).

[@zezimastr3456]

Hey man love ur vids, did the UEL headers gave you a check engine light? just wondering

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks! I do not have a check engine light because the ECU is also tuned for it. If you just throw on a catless header you will probably get a check engine light. I think, if you get a header that still has a catalytic converter in it (like stock), you would not get a CEL.

[@KillirBeard]

I am curious as to how the heat from the new header was. I mean since all the other parts have heat shields and stuff? Did you see engine bay temperatures go up?

[@slack179]

Does the ECUtek utilize the otf. Or does it have its own tablet or interface for the car. I'm looking to get some sort of interface come the summer and was interested in your thoughts between the two. Does the ECUtek have a working format for the 17 yet? Love your videos. It's a great template for me to follow with mine.

[@spoof2281]

OFT and ECUtek are completely different, ECUtek is more in depth, while OFT is an easier and cheaper option.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for the comments! Basically what Rog Estratir said. OFT is a simple and cheap way to do basic tuning of the car with free "off the shelf" tunes that work with most mods (or stock). All you need is the tablet and the cable it comes with. ECUtek is a little more complicated (and expensive). You need a laptop plus the required software. However, it has a whole bunch more features and capabilities that OpenFlash does not have. I ran OFT for a year and a half on both my FRS and the new BRZ and it works great for most applications. I just switched to ECUtek on my 2017 BRZ because I need the added features for racing.

[@slack179]

Justin's Pit Lane ok great to know. I really don't plan on racing the car on a track so the oft is probably more what I would need. If you're ever in the market to sell. I'd be interested. 🙂

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yep, OFT would do just fine. I already sold mine, but you can find them used all the time on the ft86club sale forums (that's where I got mine).

[@slack179]

Justin's Pit Lane thanks. I'll keep my eyes out for one.

[@michaelw2263]

Thank god, a youtube channel where the owner isn't rubbing in their richness. Also, I've seen your work on the forums!

[@TheBTRGarage]

Hah! That would require that I have any sort of richness lol. I just work hard at my day job to fund my car adventures, just like everyone else :)

[@michaelw2263]

Right on! Keep up the good work. BTW, I vote Cosworth supercharger if you go FI ;)

[@christopherdobrilovic-h.6470]

Really enjoyed this. Found yourself a new subscriber. Keep 'em Coming!

[@TheBTRGarage]

Glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

[@lilmatt508]

In five years, when I own my own brz, I plan to do similar mods to my mine. They are very tasteful and useful. Love the vids, thanks for the inspiration.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoy the videos! Good luck on the quest to the new BRZ :)

[@frosty2k242]

What does the positive shift kit bushing do? Looks like it just holds the transmission housing in place. Does it usually just hang? I just bought a BRZ same colour as yours to learn manual, so I'm curious if it helps that aspect.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yes, it fills the gap where the transmission mount is. Which results in less play, or give, when the transmission is moving around during shifting and acceleration. It makes things a bit more tight and crisp. I wouldn't worry about it too much if you are just starting out, the stock car will be more forgiving.

[@DanDaMan2442]

What is your tire and wheel se up? Car is awesome and im loving all the content. Keep it up!!

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks buddy! I am currently running 17x9 +35 Enkei RPF1's with Bridgestone RE71R's in 255/40r17 size.

[@DanDaMan2442]

thank you so much, i appreciate it.

[@davidsp5193]

Awesome vid Justin! I'm surprised you didn't have any issues fitting the bolt ons due to the facelift. I heard some problems on forums with borla uels being an inch off from fitting the 2017s. Also I'm looking to mod my brz when I get one this summer :), and was wondering what you believe to be the best rim size/tires for a stock suspension setup. Also do you think the intake/OP/FP were worth the money? Lastly, when do you plan on tuning your car? Keep it up w the vids btw love them!

[@davidsp5193]

Ignore the part with the Intake and over/front pipes. My questions were answered in the comments

[@TheBTRGarage]

Thanks for the comments! No issues at all, the engine is nearly identical from a bolt-on parts point of view. I think a standard 17x7 or a 17x8 size rim is pretty common for stock suspension. Those should fit a 225/235 sized tire, but I personally have never ran anything other than stock size and my 17x9 wheels. So, take that with a grain of salt :) For the bolt-ons, I would actually skip doing an intake. The stock intake is good and all you really need is a drop-in filter. I am actually going to put my stock air box back in the car. The rest are worth it, header/OP/FP/exhaust. HRI Tuning has been tuning my car, it is pretty much done.

[@davidsp5193]

Thankyou for the input, loving the content and good luck in the racing!

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sure thing, thanks for watching!

[@UnhingedSystems]

What tune are you running with those parts? Are you going to be doing a custom tune?

[@TheBTRGarage]

I am running ECUtek now. Yes, it is custom tuned, almost finished with the process now then it will be back to the dyno.

[@matth4069]

Did you get a tune from anyone? I got mine done by ft86speedfactory since I know nothing about tuning. The no lift shift is nice but does like to lock me out if I'm too quick or something.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yea, I am e-tuning with HRI Tuning in Florida. Ft86speedfactory does good stuff. I met the owner a few years ago when he was out here for an autocross driving school!

[@SoCal-motorcycles]

are you still under warranty?

[@SacCarScene]

Was there a noticeable difference from the bushing upgrades, and the positive shift kit? If so what is the difference you notice? TIA

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yes, they all improve feedback. Basically you feel more through the steering wheel and through the shifter, because more of the movement is being translated back to the wheel/shifter since there is no soft rubber absorbing it before it gets to your hands. Good upgrades for sure, paired with the rear subframe and diff bushing inserts it really changes the car.

[@matth4069]

Your kid will grow up to be a great The Price is Right prize model person

[@stonekrs1]

Good stuff! Appreciate the vid

[@muhammadalfianwidiodiningr7447]

Nice video bro

[@gustavoaraiza2626]

Great Video!

[@ghandifighters711]

Thanks for leaving the mistakes in the video. It really does help others identify common mistakes. I think if you had the car on the ground, Really yanked the Parking brake, and put the car into 6th gear you will be able to yank the crank pulley bolt loose. The instructions are strange. First torque to some ft pounds and then rotate like 90 degrees from that point.

[@TheBTRGarage]

Can't learn without making mistakes :) Maybe that was it, I did not have the car on the ground. I did have it in 6th gear and pretty sure the e-brake was engaged. I'll try it again this weekend. Can't remember if I had it on the ground when I did my FRS, but that was pretty easy in that car.

[@SkullcrusherGamingTV]

Nice vid, man! ;)

[@tommbrz]

Anyway i think it d be better if you disconnect the neg of the battery when doing these mods

[@TheBTRGarage]

Yep, I always will when working on anything electronics related. With this stuff, there is really nothing electronic being touched (except for unplugging the O2 sensors...).

[@joefox832]

wat was the power befor hand?

[@TheBTRGarage]

You can find that here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKK8Z4yBo61roKs

[@tommbrz]

thx for these videos, as a my17 owner (without the 5hp more cause i' m in Europe :\\\ ) i appreciate a lot

[@TheBTRGarage]

Sure thing buddy, glad you are enjoying them and they are helpful!

[@DaZe8014]

Great vid, but, two exhaust look way better than one...

[@TheBTRGarage]

I agree on that for sure. But, when trying to save as much weight as possible, going with the single exit exhaust is the lighter option.

[@fatboy19831]

let me know how you like the steering bushings. Cant wait to see a dyno.

[@TheBTRGarage]

They are more of an insurance upgrade than anything. Keeps the alignment in place better and doesn't flex under heavy cornering. It is noticeable but only very slightly. For the cost and ease of installation they are definitely worth it.

[@ravenstylea2]

Mods!!!!!