2022 GR86 Equal Length Header with E85

After being the first GR86 to be tuned on E85, we needed to figure out how much more power we could make! That means we're installing a full exhaust and throwing everything we have at it. We've got a prototype OTL equal length header, JDL overpipe/frontpipe combo, AWE Touring Edition catback and some good old E85 in the tank!
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Sayber Design Carbon Fiber Front Lip
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Cusco Strut Tower Bar Rear
Cusco Adjustable Lower Control Arms
Cusco Adjustable Toe Arms
Cusco Trailing Arms
Cusco Rear Upper Lateral Control Arms
Yokohama Advan TCIII 18x9.5 +45
Kumho V730 255/35r18
ECUTEK E85 Tune
OTL EL Header (prototype)
JDL Over pipe/ Front Pipe Combo
AWE Touring Edition Catback Exhaust
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[@ak740_]

That cold start sounded like the tripods from war of the worlds

[@Rob165x]

lmao. Neighbors waking in the morning: "It's happening!!"

[@Motagraphy]

Damn .. for that to be the first thing to come to your head .. That’s pretty impressive I thought the same thing! 😂

[@tellyawhatmate]

Bahahhahaha yes

[@MRxESKIMOx]

dead 💀

[@MyWatchIsEnded]

I was thinking to myself, "obviously he's exaggerating", and then I actually heard it and legit it sounds like a fucking tripod lmfao!

[@psI6]

To each their own but I could never live with how raspy that header sounds ESPECIALLY if it only gives 2 peak whp.

[@6amamoeba677]

18hp in the midrange is pretty significant. Peak power is pretty insignificant when it comes to racing if it isn't linear

[@RW-zh7kl]

Unequal length headers are def the better option for any Boxer engine

[@6amamoeba677]

@@RW-zh7kl based on what

[@hhaste]

@@RW-zh7kl That's simply not true. I've owned an STi for 15 years & IAG Performance is my local shop, so I have a pretty good idea of what I'm talking about. Unequal length headers are only good for the sound. They're way less efficient than an equal length header.

[@hhaste]

I agree on the sound, I had to basically mute it when he did the dyno pull.. sounds pretty bad w/ the header.

[@unignostik]

That sounds atrocious

[@KevinVo]

We'll see what it sounds like with a UEL.

[@censoredialogue]

sounds like the car is lactose intolerant and had a milkshake lmao

[@epicraptorman]

That's how every FRS/86/BRZ sounds in my area 🙄

[@EnhancedTrashBin]

@@epicraptorman That's what happens when you straight pipe a car in any car really lmao.

[@epicraptorman]

@@EnhancedTrashBin I'm aware, I've seen the video, thanks

[@vovadosymov58]

Hey Kev, can u do a test on regular 91 or 93 with the mods u add to the car? Curious to see those results! Thanks🤙🏻

[@Richk07]

great content Kevin. The way you explain each step in your build is well versed and helpful but also enjoyable to see someone really knowledgeable explaining things 😂. I've put my order in for my gr 86 the other so i'm excited when in comes but it will probably be close to spring time when i can finally take it home 😭

[@KevinVo]

Thanks for your support! I hope you get yours sooner rather than later!!

[@ottoyang9511]

I would like to see it tuned for both 91 octane and E85

[@TheBTRGarage]

192 ft.lbs, that's pretty solid 👌 Are you planning to do a 91 tune test with the same bolt-ons? Would be curious to see how much torque is lost there.

[@itsgoofyytaee1110]

lol what a waste of mods

[@marcosbadajos2876]

@@itsgoofyytaee1110 ur g8

[@rotor13]

@@itsgoofyytaee1110 Sounds like someone who can't even afford a brand new car 🤣🤣🤣🤡

[@itsgoofyytaee1110]

@@rotor13 this brand new car cost less than my car😂

[@itsgoofyytaee1110]

@@rotor13 and way slower. with all those mods… wasted money

[@robertwarner1514]

Good gains, not liking the increase in noise though. I guess going with the quietest exhaust might be the better option if we plan on bolting ELH/ULH. Also wondering, can the ECUTEK get rid of cold start rev?

[@plymcousa3002]

Installing a quiet cat-back would dramatically decrease DBs

[@Eceryn1]

you could tune out the cold start on the old model, so you might be able to do it on the new one

[@jordan122095]

Not good gains. For the money spent and barely making 20 whp such a waste of 2-3k

[@plymcousa3002]

@@jordan122095 lol we are in the beginning phases of tuning these cars. I don’t think it’s a waste at all. With exhaust mods it is mostly about getting a sound you like. Also high flow exhaust comes more into play, hp gains wise, with boost. The cost per hp may seem high on an entry level car but ppl pay much more than this on average.

[@marccandrift]

@@jordan122095 I agree .. Id rather spend the 2/3k on suspension tuning

[@disposablehuman1776]

Never thought a trombone could make that much HP.

[@KevinVo]

It identifies as a tuba thank you very much!

[@everymangamer1608]

That front lip is money.... the exhaust though damn. Great to see you showing us what extra power you can get. Not much without FI it seems

[@johnybigarms]

Fantastic videos, straight to the point and very well executed, this mod is not for me as I hate drone, but it’s great to see the effects of each step you take, thank you, I look forward to your content

[@Rob165x]

Don't forget that the header is uncatted, most people won't remove that. Also not the quietest exhaust (I have an Invidia N2 and this is louder). I'm sure it can be tamed with a Q400 or something.

[@levibenjamin5340]

Great video! I've been waiting to see what bolt ons and a tune will do. Less gains than I expected but nice torque increase. Please include a test drive afterwards so we can get your thoughts on how it feels. Especially as most of the gain is in the midrange. How big of a difference vs a completely stock gr86? How big of a difference from a stage 1 turbo gt86/brz?

[@KevinVo]

The tuning made the car much more fun to drive. You can definitely feel the increase in torque through that mid range. I honestly haven't driven a turbo FRS/BRZ so I can't comment on that. Maybe we need to turbo this one.

[@emissarygw2264]

@@KevinVo yeeeeessssss turbo is life

[@JcLazy1]

229hp is decent. If you take out the back seats. You got something different.

[@mofanzhang8229]

A tuner in Shanghai (加速度SpeedUP) is able to make a 231.6HP (metric HP assumed) on FA24 at 15 Celsius with Greedy stuff up front until mid-pipe and Fgk mid+down-pipe which is a similar setup. I think it is entirely possible to make a 240HP (metric) at lower temp. FA24 is proven to be more of a winter warrior.

[@joat9105]

That's probably hp not whp

[@99subigt]

The location has lot to do with power too so don't forget that.

[@grindsman22]

That sound grates my ears. It needs some kind of muffler + resonator work to smooth out that nasty rasp.

[@wachikinow]

Awesome content! Can't wait to see what's next! Hopefully a high-quality muffler lol

[@Rob165x]

It is a 4". I have an Invidia N2, but those only have 3.5", kinda jelly.

[@Weimerica8841]

sounds awesome on decel, but holy shit that's loud!

[@MR3DDev]

I feel you man. Months ago I was driving on the highway and I hit something that didn't feel as bad. Once I check underneath the car the whole catalytic converter was crushed. This was with 800 miles btw

[@KevinVo]

OOF sorry to hear that!

[@MR3DDev]

@@KevinVo Yup this is how I learned BRZ parts are cheaper for some reason

[@Rob165x]

@@MR3DDev Toyota tax lol, i mean they're interchangeable =P

[@MR3DDev]

@@Rob165x yeah which is why I just buy Subaru parts if I need OEM

[@joerobinson4844]

Ah man, hurts to see those scratches

[@KevinVo]

😭

[@rayj33]

nice lawn mower 7:35

[@ShadowMistNinja]

This is actually really good power to weight for beta tune. This car will be a good track car for it's class.

[@KingOfEden12]

They already are ! Look up Greddy Gr86 Tsukuba Circuit. That car is just tuned with full bolt ons, running a sub 1 minute lap time. That’s one hell of an accomplishment!

[@Device442]

I want that tune, ecutek is holding out on us man

[@atpgarageatl]

Hate to hear about the damage man. Next mod dash camera? Impressed with the gains but like others have said it seems to have come with the sacrifice of exhaust sound.

[@Rob165x]

I practically beg people to get dash cams to avoid delayed insurance claims (or even harrasment), but people don't listen. It's such a ease of mind improvement. One dude keeps telling me he wants to do his research and get a good one (for his 52k Stinger GT), no matter how much I tell him they all use the same crappy sensor. 100-200USD is the sweet spot, especially on discounts. My dual cam Ventrue was 200 and got it on sale for 120. An ideal one would probably tap into the backup camera through the stereo but new cars can get so complicated nowadays (You might need to bypass the reverse gear to get it working). Luckily the BRZ/86 has a short cabin for the interior cam.

[@davidclausner8220]

Pipes look beautiful.

[@KevinVo]

I think so too!

[@carguy...]

After watching this random video I'm glad I bought the supra.

[@dro.benavides]

Crank HP 280 Crank Torque 220 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@T_3rR4h]

That heat shield giving people issues, just ad an extra spanner to the end of that which is attached to the nut - secret power move for more leverage

[@mtvideos8]

Look's like the new header isn't as restrictive as the old one

[@WallsAndFoundations]

Love your videos man. The quality and thoroughness in them is honestly very much unmatched. Been watching your stuff for a while, I'm sorry that I'm just now subbing 😅 Would love to hear what she sounds like with a UEL and a HFC with everything else what you have there. Doesn't sound too bad honestly

[@KevinVo]

Appreciate the love and support!!! We'll get a UEL on there eventually.

[@kennysimon633]

I'm definitely enjoying this content and taking notes.

[@KevinVo]

Glad to hear you're enjoying it! Thank you for watching!!

[@f1freak228]

I can't imagine taking that out early morning in my neighborhood

[@Mk7_kev]

The equal length sounds good and decel sounds good but i think a quieter catback would make it better. No need for an UEL header but thats my opinion

[@KevinVo]

I'll have plenty of different exhaust setups on here to change how it sounds.

[@danescottstephens]

Well, that was wild...😀

[@Carlos.Rivera]

Best fabricator I know is Jesse from JDL AutoDesign

[@KevinVo]

I'll be testing his header as well.

[@just.a.simplejoe]

Pretty good! I bet once the full catted version of that header is released, it'll only help net a few wtq increase and less than it being catless. But shouldn't folks running flex Fuel or e85 upgrade their fuel line at the minimum and have a sensor for long term usage, anything short of that feels unsafe for a car not built to run it....

[@cdsprech]

Love the GR86 content! No chance of connecting the overpipe and frontpipe together with vband before connecting to the header? Curious if you can still wiggle the overpipe in place over the subframe with the frontpipe attached.

[@KevinVo]

I don't think that'll be an option due to the size of the front pipe.

[@jaxgarage6302]

Hey man! That sucks abt the damage! Also wondering when the olm side markers will be in stock?? Also my Hks catback is getting delivered today😼 maybe I’ll see ya sometime! I’m from MN

[@maverick8331]

Same on the side markers. Been checking frequently.

[@maverick8331]

Jax, heads up, I saw the OLMs are back in stock 🤙🏼

[@plymcousa3002]

Wow sorry for the unexpected damage. Honestly my heart sank thinking the worst.

[@S.E.T.4Life]

More power is definitely possible the tunning is still in beta after all

[@Soravia]

If you want to eliminate drone, put in Hemholtz mid pipe before muffler. Look up how Goodwin Racing does it. Before kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqmmeHyffMmJZ7c After kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYakpY1mfrCVkNk You will 100% lose hearing in a single short drive with that current exhaust setup.

[@Got_Boost]

That is the loudest slowest car I’ve ever layed my eyes on😂

[@KingOfEden12]

Don’t understand why you’re watching videos of 86s when you care about power numbers. That’s like watching a Hellcat do a hot lap on a circuit with lots of tight corners.

[@Got_Boost]

@@KingOfEden12 came here to see what the Equal length headers sounded like… and it was confirmed that the car still sounds atrocious like another person commented As fuck the power…it’s still slow and I just wanted to throw that in… sorry to upset you but that’s your fault for taking it like that🤷🏼‍♀️

[@TheTaekwon3]

@@KingOfEden12 its called envy

[@noblesseoblige4622]

Maybe a ported mani and throttle body next that should free it up a lot more or just a better and new mani in general

[@smileybear420]

Equal length is the way Just needs to be quieter

[@ronniepearce3954]

I think the UEL will sound much better but I doubt there are any gains be had. I’ve heard the headers on the new car are much better than the last gen and this video proves that sort of. Might just get a little more mid range with the UEL.

[@joseperez1881]

The gurgle is so satisfying. I expected more gains with the headers.

[@Rob165x]

Wonder if the Intake is the bottleneck?

[@dustinbroderick3878]

Pretty sure it is even the new hks supercharger has to use the stock air box for now

[@Riiichhh1431]

Definitely needed content while I’m sick trying to recover for track day this week! But jeez! Super aggressive sound, I love it!

[@KevinVo]

Happy to hear you enjoyed the video, get well soon!!

[@CrystalRavenSilica]

My goodness that’s one loud boi 😶 can’t wait to see how it sounds with uel also feels bad to see the damage

[@Jdf4sc]

man this car is like trying to milk a rock

[@idokwatcher2062]

Manufacturer claims 20whp. Product gets 2whp. Sounds legit.

[@GAMERIC5]

remove the charcoal filter add a drop on K&N or HKS and tune it again

[@KevinVo]

Already did that haha

[@GAMERIC5]

@@KevinVo ouch i was hoping for more than 229 considering how much a set of catted headers and ecutek tune will cost

[@MrofficialC]

@@GAMERIC5 yea seriously now all those mods are worth are basically talking points and aesthetics. Makes you really want to go just straight for a supercharger/turbo.

[@_shades_2599]

Frick it fender flares

[@j.3854]

Good video, bad sound. Probably high flow catted should help.

[@KevinVo]

We'll have different setups on the car to change it up.

[@TubbyACKMED]

Great vid, I think the exhaust needs a note tune :/ But otherwise love seeing what you can do with the car. And damn that sucks about the quarter panel

[@TheBlade302]

Two things I learned from this vid... Don't try to add power. Like at all because it's a colossal waste of money. And, uncorked, these sound like garbage. And I'm not bashing the content... Great vid. There's very little info on tuning these so kudos for trying stuff dude. Keep the second gen tuning content coming.

[@KevinVo]

Appreciate the support! I'd say if you want to add power, you just need to be realistic and know where the gains are actually going to be at. They're all in the mid range. There's not much more top end, but I'd say the gains in the mid range are well worth it if you're actually trying to get the performance out of the car. Also, yes I need to change the exhaust setup so it doesn't sound like booty.

[@mrporsche4236]

Stop this pops and crackle please

[@LawrenceZhou-r2m]

For NA cars, it's really not cost effective to get more horses lol, but the process of getting a little extra more is fun.

[@BrandonTLuong]

Perfect timing! Been looking for EL header (pls don't shame me yall)

[@Rob165x]

Isn't an Even less likely to get an engine light? I mean Uneven changes backpressure no?

[@danielwood5510]

bro I'm so sorry for that rear quarter panel... I know that pain. thank you for the content and keep doing what you're doing. can't wait to get one of these.

[@luismancilla650]

tbh i dont really like the pitch of this motor & header combo

[@luismancilla650]

but it makes amazing power and great idle

[@amcezm0n3y47]

My GR with just the Xforce Varex valved cat back exhaust will pop on lifting off throttle in 2 or 3rd gear. Stock new car with 5k miles. Love the exhaust but it is about 15-20lbs heavier than stock unfortunately. Looks and sounds amazing and comes with remotes to adjust your valve to either run through the muffler or straight through it. Even can use a app to have it go quite when pulling into my street to b e a nice car guy.

[@josemigs69]

I had this exact thing happen to my 86, it also took my side mirror with it too. I was able to get it on my dashcam tho

[@JonYugen]

At least it hit the car and not you, crazy shit happens sometimes. Could've been much worse.

[@RobustArid379]

I have a 86. It is stock and non modified. Im waiting for funding.

[@ak2112]

Jesus christ, the noise. Yikes.

[@am-gi6vo]

Hi there! Nice explanation! I bought hks catted headers (GT spec) do you know if it’s going to cause a check engine light and if so what can I do?

[@smeszaros]

Damn dude, bummer about the rear quarter panel. With 50 miles on my car I hit a small coyote and it got stuck in my grill…alive. I was in complete shock when I saw it, definitely the worst feeling with a new car. Keep up the great content, and glad that the damage wasn't any worse for you!

[@anthonyingram9142]

The wind blew a board into my fender i glue pulled it looks good

[@ryanclark3789]

91oct is turd. I feel for California folk lol. 93 probably would've scratched 240

[@Btuando]

Hey Kevin! Quick question. How did you tighten down the 3rd bolt for the headers on the right side of the engine when facing the car? I was having a hard time getting a socket in there.

[@ZWortek]

This sounds TERRIBLE JFC. Easily one of the worst exhaust notes I've ever heard on a dyno LOL.

[@davidvasta]

Man that f**king sucks about the fender.... I am looking for an GR86....hard to find.

[@HumorDash]

That sounds awful. meh. I'd wait for a envida. Or a nameless.

[@mohrs9165]

Im so ready for tunes to be available!

[@KevinVo]

Hopefully soon!!

[@CarsOverPeople]

Wish you would’ve done a drive review to see the real life effects as well, not just on paper. But nice video either way and sorry to hear about the damage :(

[@LeadDevelopAchieve]

2 rwhp for essentially a full exhaust w tune. WOW

[@bluelacyseo8964]

When my GR85 had 1500 miles on it I was driving on the interstate in the fast lane. A big truck in front of me ran over a piece of sheet metal. It flew in the air and sliced my left front bumper, the proceeded to slice the sidewall of the stock Michelin tire immediately deflating it. Not a good day. I feel your pain.

[@Michael-or7mf]

Quarter panel+damage=widebody

[@bigjoes.1545]

You know that’s not bad power but that noise should be reserved for something that makes triple that.

[@joecrak249]

so sry about the QP n id be so happy if there was a reliable way to get 320

[@xGR4Mx]

sry bro. chicks love scars. No real drivers car is going to be pristine.

[@Skaren323]

Hey Kevin! Loving the videos and taking delivery or a track bRed GR86 base soon. This will be my first car and so the tool market is very daunting, do you have any recommendations on what to get? Like what kind of torque wrenches and such? Appreciate you!

[@KevinVo]

Appreciate your support!! Hope you get it soon! Honestly, I use cheap torque wrenches I got from harbor freight because I can't afford expensive tools.

[@dylanmiller3252]

Stop crying i got 8k in rear corner damage from being rear ended after install of supercharger

[@willbobig]

My condolences. No car guy (or girl) should have to suffer like you did.

[@kc510]

Love the thorough videos but these NA have to be a hard pill to swallow.

[@RW-zh7kl]

Wish you panned the camera to the bro playing the trumpet 🎺 behind you

[@Brother8237]

0:33 i don’t know if anyone else is like this but I’d just use that as an excuse to buy some widebody panels

[@KevinVo]

I don't have widebody money lol

[@monstershayne]

My JDL dual res just showed up today 😁 can't wait to get home

[@mresab1997]

2.5” or 3”!!

[@KevinVo]

Quality piece for sure!

[@MyGoToUserName]

Front pipe really needs a cat and resonator to clean up the sound. Rasp is real otherwise lol

[@InfoumusMOBB]

All this says to me is wait for a Turbo/Supercharger kit. That’s a lot of money and time for bolt ons that add only 30+-hp and 30+-trq.

[@Dholi1]

Agree. Think I'll just stick with the free HP gains from removing the carbon filter for now.

[@zenkijoe9022]

@@Dholi1 is this a thing? And how much hp increase?

[@DatNinjaGuyD]

It'll go hand and hand with a supercharger. It'll maximize the gains

[@ersbit]

What is the 0 to 60 time on this GR86?

[@fkn16v]

Someones having a laugh at that cold start noise surely, hits the dyno, nope she is loud and useless.

[@maximillianmitchell4380]

What front splitter is that? Car looks👌🏼

[@Devilsnevercry43]

Great looking car, however, one of the worst sounding cars i have ever heard.

[@CPE-j1u]

4-2-1 header gives more midrange power and torque than 4 to 1

[@silentvalue]

Sounds like a 6th grader learning to play trombone.

[@chongv88]

Is that the JDL 3" over pipe/front pipe combo or the 2.5" over/front pipe combo. Also heard the 3" has fitment issues.

[@yobs.]

it’s awesome to see someone wrenching on the new 86, it’s cool we (fellow 86 owners) get to see the possibilities and potential with this car :) thanks kevin!

[@Rob165x]

Hey BRZ's are cool too. 😢

[@yobs.]

@@Rob165x the twins are both cool 😌

[@Rob165x]

@@yobs. I'm considering adding the infamous aero kit (the one B Levan has) with all the fins included. I think for $1200 (incl. $400 defuser) it's a good deal?? I own a sapphire blue with a black GR duckbill. (I also want those fog lights exclusive to the BRZ but they're $600+)

[@yobs.]

@@Rob165x niceeeee sounds like it’s gonna look clean 😮‍💨

[@sgtmuffinbadger6147]

*me watching this circus series* dude just buy a gt86 and upgrade

[@shiikon2193]

Is this with a charcoal filter delete?

[@KevinVo]

Yes

[@shaneyule3484]

Here in Oz my 86 has been tuned for e85 for years by tunehouse nsw. It also has one more bolt on accessory...a sprintex supercharger. It's a weapon. My 86 now does not like to run on 91 octane ( A bit of detonation occurs under load) however runs well on e10 (95 octane ) if e85 is a bit hard to find.

[@wobatoi1834]

You should be running it on 98 Octane minimum, even as a stock car it's recommended

[@shaneyule3484]

@@wobatoi1834 mmm, I'm still trying to tell my missus that.