First Mods Every GR86 & BRZ Needs!

[@markmedia3871]

Is it weird I like the stock bulbs in the interior? Just so much more comforting then the bright surgery room lights

[@GazzaDazzle]

So you like warm white light as opposed to cool white. I also agree with you

[@gs98999]

You’re not the only one. I think the led interior lights are too harsh and prefer the stock lighting inside.

[@camerongasser4333]

agree

[@uzairbrooks7420]

Warm light is very cozy

[@Bhackett7777]

I'd go with a red led to match the color of the car

[@Showmetheevidence-]

That exhaust note at the end… 🤤

[@copperkeyracing6167]

17s are perfect. If you go 18s you will lose power from the weight moving outward (about 3hp), provided the 18s weight the same as the 17s. If you go 18s, and the wheels are heavier also, you will lose more power. Also, 18" tires weigh more than 17s, even more power loss. So, keep tabs on the weight of the tires, and the wheels. Speaking of, those tires look like all seasons, which are very heavy. Should have gone with some light weight summer tires, which I recommend Continental Extreme Contact Sport. Lighter stickier tires is the way to go. For every lb you lose on the tire, its 2hp gained. For every lb you lose on the 17s, its 1hp gained. Car looks great so far. I'm debating to get a GR86. Good luck, and enjoy

[@ruthron623]

what wheels would you recommend for the gr86

[@copperkeyracing6167]

@@ruthron623 Wow. That's a tough one. There is so many options out there, but always take into consideration the weight. Many people go for looks, whereas I lean more toward low weight but also looks. Generally speaking light weight wheels are very expensive, up to $3000/set, but there are some that are about $1000/set. A lot of people believe that Enkei RPF1s are played out, and a lot of people believe they look good. I don't believe either, as they are intended to be lightweight above all else... and for how light they actually are, SUPER CHEAP! So, they are a good benchmark to compare other wheels to. For example 17x8 RPF1 weighs under 16lbs, yet will cost about $1000/set. That's ridiculously light, and very cheap. They look fine, in my eyes. From far away they look about 1" smaller than they are (17s look like 16s), but from close up that have a slight lip/dish to them, which looks good. Motegi's are also decently light, not as light as RPF1, but they are about as cheap. Some say they are the next RPF1s in popularity. I don't agree.

[@ruthron623]

@@copperkeyracing6167 what are your thoughts on the new wheels titan 7 released for the gr86/brz in 17/18 x 9 +47

[@copperkeyracing6167]

@@ruthron623 Not impressed. They don't seem concerned for how much their wheels weigh. I googled to find the weight, went to their site, and went to various sites... there is no weights anywhere. They have a backwards wheel weight chart on their website, but its cryptic trying to understand what they are trying to state. They have a 18x9.5 wheel that weighs 18lbs and another 18x9.5 wheel that weighs 18.9lbs. Sounds a bit heavy, but on the lighter side of wheels. BUT, which wheels are those two? All of the wheels for an 86 in 18x9.5 weigh those two different weights, or specific ones? Are they talking about stock wheels? Is that what the chart is for? We will never know.

[@mxrcurial_5398]

@@ruthron623 advan gt

[@ManCaveStudio]

I would go with 17" with a bigger side wall for a more comfortable ride and for filling the wheel well.

[@whatsupryan]

I personally think the amber side marker looks better with the red paint. I’d use the white if I had a white gr86 maybe black.

[@Treaxvour]

It's also illegal. There's a reason the US models come either amber. It's the law here. Lol

[@xrifpss]

realistically nobody cares

[@Ryu.86]

I think white 18in wheels are the way to go~ AWE exhaust really sounds good~ You might want to switch the halogen light for the trunk too

[@KevinVo]

I forgot about that one haha

[@Astrobuns]

I finally got my 2023 BRZ I’m in love!

[@Atthebarsober]

bro your gr86 vid’s got me hype to get mine in already

[@KevinVo]

You're going to love it!!

[@bittersolution3741]

18 inch I think completes the look, 17’ looks a bit small on my 1st gen too

[@HANZmoto152]

255/40 makes 17s look perfect

[@christhomas9955]

So glad you’re doing a gr86 build Bc I’m wanting one to be a daily driver but also wanting to add more power

[@Ghost_415]

Same I’m looking for one :(

[@johnb619]

They’re practically impossible to find without a 6-7k markup :(

[@Ghost_415]

@@johnb619 DUDE FACTS🥺😭

[@SirBitingBen]

@@johnb619I got one with ONLY $3k markup 😂😂 but whatever I really wanted one so that’s what I get

[@emerica21321]

17s are the true way to go. Just need more sidewall, more looks better anyway. Got a question though, what you think about bronze wheels on a pavement gray GR86? I’m considering it

[@kevindepew8193]

The white wheels looked by far the best. Never thought about white wheels, but they looked great on the red car. My favorite wheel is the BBS RGR bright silver, but I don't know if they have the right size for the GR86. LED lights looked good too.

[@DINU_R]

Both blended really well

[@KutWrite]

I happen to like black wheels. I had a Mazda3 with alloy wheels with white trim and they always looked dirty. I have a white FR-S & when I bent a wheel, I replaced the stockers with 18" black alloys from Discount/America's Tire. Love 'em. Your car looks great. I like the sound, but as you said, a little loud. I love my Magnaflows.

[@nodrogkam]

the heat looked miserable. informative vid as usual!

[@KevinVo]

It was dreadful! It's the humidity that's the worst. Thanks for watching!

[@SupraSav]

Intake, cat delete and lowering springs - those would be my first mods. I am not about that monster truck life. Going to pick mine up tomorrow, can't wait

[@coejbee]

Oh wow. I think both wheels looked incredible. I guess I love 17s lol. If the car were lowered it would look perfect.

[@kenjymon]

TIP OF THE DAY! LOVED what the LEDs did for my GR86 reverse lights! BUT, the LEDs were TOO MUCH for my interior domes. The easy answer for me, was to take the OEM 16w halogens that were removed from my reverse lights, and replace the OEM 8w dome bulbs. The PERFECT brightness!!! You’re welcome! 😝

[@SirBitingBen]

Good idea actually

[@Mode_na]

I think I like the warm color of the halogen bulbs in the interior, but yeah, white light in the rear looks more cool/modern

[@juschill7]

White wheels looked official ⚡⚡

[@uptone12111]

That car is looking real nice!

[@KevinVo]

Thanks! We haven't even started yet!

[@ccj3300]

Call me crazy but I am still rocking w/ the premium stock wheels for now

[@justinadair4014]

they just fit the car so well im in the same boat

[@MoonlightHusky]

why change them if they work and look good?

[@keithedisonmarquez4271]

White wheels looks fire

[@KevinVo]

Always!

[@nazrojean7128]

after installing the new clear side markers-you NEED to turn them on to show it blinking...so is with any new lighting,or soundsystem,exhaust(u did)...simple-Before n After!!

[@Scott-mu4xw]

You can also change the trunk lightbulb, it’s the same bulb as the inside cabin.

[@JohnsonnPlays]

do you happen to know which are the LEDs that would hit into the inside cabin and trunk?

[@keithprinn720]

White TDM Wheels great choice

[@KevinVo]

White is right!

[@Darkslide2AR-FE]

18 x 8" Motegi MR131 Traklite they only weight 18.6 lbs very affordable wheels at 940 for all 4 (according to fitment industries) They come in Black, Bronze and Silver. I feel like these are so very overlooked especially at the price. For your car I'd either go with Bronze or Black. Bronze just cause they'll pop nicely, Black cause it's the best color that goes with red. Silver works too but I find silver to be way too common for my taste.

[@dannyve4982]

I'm running 57CR's in 17x9 +38 with a 245/40 on my BRZ. Not ideal for stock suspension, but I bought them planning coilovers, rear LCA's and adjustable toe-arm. I've got some feedback from a company who test fitted these and they reported 2.5 deg of camber in the rear with coilovers, they did a shake down on track, no rubbing issues. And no, with 17's you won't need to roll or trim the fender. Some people have fitted 18x9.5+40 with no trimming and rolling. Hope this helps Cheers

[@drapernp]

I've got the same setup on my 2017 BRZ. Are you on a Gen2 BRZ? With stock suspention I personally don't find they are too bad. There is a little bit of poke in the front, but the rears are perfectly flush. I live in Canada and our roads are pretty crap which is one of the reason I haven't gotten coilovers yet. Having the additional clearance of stock ride hight and comfort of stock suspention also helps with this. Whenever I got them installed last year, the tech that mounted and installed them for me did note that the front wheels are very close to the stock strut perch. I only run them in the summer months but haven't had any rubbing or issues with the wheels at all.

[@dannyve4982]

@@drapernp Canada here as well and gen 2 BRZ Sport Tech in ignition red. Agreed that fitment isn't too bad; like you said, a very mild poke. However going from 18 to 17 on stock suspension, the rear has a tad too much clearance from wheel to fender IMO. For me it's a summer car, and the occasional track days so I planned this already. If I remained on stock suspension, I probably would have chosen a different wheel. I hear once you change the stock shocks and struts this car transforms. Looking forward to getting my Fortune Autos on. Cheers!🤙🏻

[@drapernp]

@@dannyve4982 Thanks for getting back to me! That's awesome! I haven't seen a lot of gen 2 BRZ's around where I am. The looks have really started to grow on me in the last few months. I can definitely understand. That's also what kind of sold me on the 17s over the 18s. I haven't had the opportunity to do any track days with my BRZ so currently it's primarily a street car that I daily. Eventually I plan on getting coilovers but I wanted something that I could run on stock suspention until I can make that happen. I really liked these wheels more than a lot of other options on the market so I ended up going with it! So far haven't had any troubles but eventually I would like to upgrade to a full coilover set to really dial everything in.

[@dannyve4982]

@@drapernp The gen 2 does definitely look much nicer in person. The red also makes the car look more "premium" than other offerings. These wheels are honestly some of the nicest looking wheels out there. It's suits the chassis so well too! I had 57DR's on my STI prior and loved those. I wanted to keep the same style. Love the 5 spoke. Easy to clean the barrel too. If you do plan to taker her on track, I'd definitely advise you change your brake fluid and brake pads before as you will boil your fluid and run out of brakes.

[@Persepshin]

Hey, i’ve recently got a gr86 and was wondering, did you have any rubbing on the stock strut and do you think i can run 17x9 +35 with 235/40 with a 1.4 drop all around on stock struts not coilovers just springs which will add about -1 camber

[@TheDemonicDeity]

Damn white wheels look so good

[@KevinVo]

They really do work on pretty much anything!

[@AmrinDosanjh]

Another QUALITY video! I really like the look of the white wheels, runner up would be some nice bright silver wheels! 17 and 18 both work, I think its more of a wheel gap issue than a tire size one. I say 17 for performance, 18 for looks! Can't go wrong either way

[@DebuggE]

You should throw on some advan gt beyonds so I can see them on the car before I buy them. I think all 4 colors would work, but the racing copper would be the most interesting!

[@KevinVo]

Where's everybody getting all this money at?! 😅

[@DebuggE]

@@KevinVo Just not spending any money for a very long while 😂

[@remigusker6024]

17s with a good sidewall profile. Better looking *and* more functional.

[@davidthestormtrooper1948]

but if ima gonna modify the reverse lights and side markers, might as well get a driven media 4th break light and side markers

[@allendavis7635]

I went with the Storm Grey Enkei TS-5 17X9 with 255/40s on the back and 17X8 with 225/45s on the front. Absolutely love them, just need to get some new brakes to go in them.

[@K03sport]

Why didn't you go with a square set up? 255s all around.

[@Chilicharger665]

stagger is a mistake

[@FlyingVEE967]

2022 GR86/BRZ are 5x100 still right? I suggest Enkei RS05RR 18x9 +40 on 245 tires The factory gunmetal grey from Enkei on the RS05RR will look amazing on the GR86/BRZ

[@KevinVo]

Yes they're still 5x100. I actually contemplated putting the RS05RRs on the car, but I think I'm going with something a little bit different.

[@FlyingVEE967]

I’m a typical fan of the JDM 6 spoke styles, Kosei K1 and Buddy Club P1 are my faves, except they were not rotary forged or full forged (too bad) and now discontinued. TE-37’s are so common too… For the FRS/86/BRZ Gen 1 to 2, I always felt a 5 spoke would be very nice too, but need to be some special 5 spokes… So how about the new Advan GT Beyond in a custom chrome bronze or custom black chrome paint? The shape and weight of the GT Beyonds in those colours would be DOPE!

[@xuimod]

Great performance mods bro. Can't wait to see the upgraded dyno numbers bro.

[@Glenn-s6h]

Quick note, be careful putting the new vanity blub into the socket. The socket can pop out into the overhead turning a one minute job into a 15 minute mystery.

[@icloudchris]

HKS Turbo Kit oooooh la la/ Maybe a BRZ seat swap? Or a test fit video with several different aftermarket options... Recaro, Status, Bride etc

[@KevinVo]

Probably can't test fit too many different options haha I'd have to buy them all! I'd like to get some Brides in there.

[@awesometico]

I kinda like how the 17s look, maybe some more sidewall

[@dogsbyfire]

Nice video. Thank you!

[@710ladd]

Just orders mine, looking at 18’s to put on it myself but that’s up to you on what wheel size you want 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@KevinVo]

Hope you get yours soon! We'll see what I end up with!

[@RobVI]

I think mine came with LEDs, I'm guessing the previous owner installed them.

[@zzanatos2001]

Does anyone have the factory-installed GR Performance black exhaust? If so - how do you like it, and how loud is it?

[@ericbrinton5990]

I just put it in and love it.

[@franktooley1227]

Do you have parts recos for the lights and bulbs?

[@Upstream2020]

Nice video

[@asdowo111]

Do you recommend getting PPF from the dealer or should I buy a much cheaper one from auto shops?

[@justintimeman]

Hey Kevin, Quick question because im thinking about putting led lights on the inside and back of my GR86! Wouldn't you need drivers so that the LED's don't blink?

[@midnightquest9758]

Do the LEDs work for BRZ Limited on your website it says they are only for BRZ premium/GR86 base

[@frankwangofficial]

Hey Kevin, love your videos. Which reverse light LED did you buy?

[@KevinVo]

www.driven.media/shop/p/22-gr86brz-led-reverse-light-upgrade

[@ryujinmiatand770]

lovely!!!

[@KevinVo]

Thanks!!

[@GloveBunniesVideos]

Yay Kevin! Looks great. Are you going to do the reverse fog light mod?

[@KevinVo]

Thanks! Haven't actually thought about that yet. I may go that route or just wait for some aftermarket options.

[@rockcrawlerchurch2976]

I pick up my 23 black gr86 in a week. I wanted the red too but this was in stock as a cancelled order. Re wheels i want to find something with a gold centre and polished lip preferably with a cross hatch style of pattern.

[@KevinVo]

Congratulations on the new car!!!

[@rockcrawlerchurch2976]

@@KevinVo thankyou. Its going to be interesting to see the differences between the US spec that you have and the Australian spec that i have. Really good content bro. Keep it up

[@atweber]

18’s. Sometimes 17 if you have a nice fat tire. Depends on the wheel (usually black).

[@KevinVo]

I love my 17s on my FRS, but I may change it up since I won't be tracking this car as much.

[@RealillestVJ]

Get those Advan wheels!!!!

[@vettedsin]

specs on the wheels you put on? EDIT: nvm saw it in the description. looks good!

[@katrodriguez4168]

Are all your led lights from ft speed ? Including the back lights?

[@KevinVo]

Yes, all the LEDs are from the FTspeed website!

[@drian91800]

I weirdly like the orange side markers

[@KevinVo]

No shame in that!

[@artsolano6762]

First mods if your a track guy, should be an ECM update, and exhaust. For folks with more cash, turbo and sway bar.

[@KevinVo]

Brake pads and fluid would be a better way to start out I'd say.

[@B_levan]

I need those interior LEDs for sure

[@KevinVo]

Cheap and easy!

[@MrBencher446]

I can’t believe the side markers are $150.00, that’s crazy.

[@enekoprins]

Can anybody tell me the exact size/spec of the stock 17" rims? Thanks!

[@cameronlucas1786]

The dome light and reverse light bulbs are NOT halogen. They're incandescent. Nonetheless, I still agree with upgrading them to LED. I've done the same dome light bulb upgrades to all of my daily drivers for the past 5+ years.

[@qpinfinitevoidqp2613]

where can i get the bulbs?

[@qpinfinitevoidqp2613]

ive been trying to find them but cant do you have a link?

[@cameronlucas1786]

I got mine from Advance auto. I don't know what bulbs the GR86 uses, but the vehicles I converted all had 194 bulbs and so I bought Sylvania LED equivalent bulbs.

[@albert328]

for the white rim, right, I have Advan RG4s on my WRX, sexy as hell (if you look from a distance)

[@zenkijoe9022]

Bronze, white, or black go great with red. I’ll be doing bronze rg3’s on my red gr86

[@KevinVo]

RG3s look amazing!

[@Mockskilla]

Kevin do you have a link to the led bulbs you used for the interior lights?

[@KevinVo]

You can just pick up some bulbs on Amazon. Hmmm maybe I should put together my own kit and offer it on the website?

[@crankypipo]

I got 17x8.5 +30 te37 vsl waiting to go if i get a gr86 coming next month Hopefully its not as bad as this one

[@outlawblue1]

I’m trying to figure out what wheels would go well with my Trueno blue GR86 but in the meantime I should swap out the light bulbs.

[@texhermes2946]

you figure out a color? i got mine in trueno blue and not loving the stocks

[@outlawblue1]

@@texhermes2946 Not yet and I have a base MT. i guess its good to take my time and not rush. I been thinking maybe gold over bronze?

[@texhermes2946]

@@outlawblue1 i’ve got a base as well. imo gold or bronze would look great, as either would highlight certain aspects of the trueno blue.

[@KiraOniiChan]

1:09 GG Free water😉

[@KevinVo]

Shhhh it's a secret 😂

[@konpadelic]

Hey, i saw one where they change the steering wherl to a racing wheel. are you going to do that?

[@Versace71]

Hello Kevin! I wanted to know where u got all the carbon fiber stuff u put for the interior? Don’t see a link. I’m interested in doing the same thing 😊

[@KevinVo]

www.driven.media/shop/22-toyota-gr86subaru-brz

[@Versace71]

Thanks Kevin! I appreciate your quick response ❤️

[@abstrctkaleb582]

Looks good, but 18’s for sure

[@KevinVo]

That's the plan!

[@b864r]

Black chrome!!

[@ariancruz8952]

$150 for the side markers is crazyyyy

[@Treaxvour]

And they are illegal

[@travistoussaint21]

18s for sure

[@alamos8]

I suppose you can do the reverse bulbs without an elevator, with the car on the floor

[@KevinVo]

Yes, super easy. I just wanted to be able to show it a bit more easily.

[@alamos8]

@@KevinVo Thanks. I am from Spain, and I have a GR86 on preorder. If I can get hold of it (only 100 units for the whole coun try will be available!!!) I wibe so happy! So in the meantime, I'm watching info and taking note of interesting stuff. Bulbs will be first in the ToDo list

[@seanc2893]

ZE40 Gun metal! or Bronze, cant go wrong with either on red. Im going with Gun metal.

[@KevinVo]

ZE40s look so good! I was eyeing a set of white ones recently.

[@seanc2893]

@@KevinVo Get them! im going after Dark Diamond Gunmetal, once my Red GR86 lands.

[@seanc2893]

@@KevinVo Update? staying with the whites?

[@ZoKtorR]

European GR86's come with clear indicators stock

[@Ripperx121]

White rims reminds me of the nightmare of my GSX-R 600 having white rims. I like the rims. Go with 18s...

[@KevinVo]

Thankfully my GSX-R had blue wheels haha

[@K03sport]

At least you aren't in Vegas... 120*F there 😳. As all the rage on white wheels are; each time I see them on a red car, all I can think about is a Coca-Cola bottle. Not the theme I'm going after. I get a white OZ rally wheel, but not 5/6/7/9/10 spoke wheels. Now, white BBS mesh w/gold hardware/center nut and polished lip is nice and very euro. Why not do super bright RED leds on the interior as to not destroy your night vision.

[@lance32997]

Will changeing the interior bulb mess up the warranty?

[@donjohnson2428]

Bruh what lol

[@brentpletinckx6668]

Slap some enkei nt03RR’s on it in 17. I like a bit more sidewall, it’s just the fender gap.

[@KevinVo]

We'll see how I feel once it's lowered.

[@spezz5455]

I’m getting these wheels, what’s the best coils for these ? Not to expensive

[@KevinVo]

What are your goals for the car and what's your budget?

[@maginext]

17 lowered look hard.

[@KevinVo]

I do love how my FRS looks with the 17s.

[@EctoPlasmic]

Funny how over in Japan they want the orange sidemarkers. lol.

[@KevinVo]

Grass is always greener!

[@MrGeese85]

Can you help install front v2 splitter and the rear diffuser?

[@seanlundin-weston2479]

I know I’m in the minority, but I like the amber side markers and halogen interior bulbs. However, I am disappointed with the halogen door lights

[@KevinVo]

Whatever floats your boat! Car enthusiasts in Japan love USDM stuff. It's funny how that works.

[@gs98999]

Orange markers are mandated here that’s why every single new car has to have them on. Guess they don’t have the same rules in Japan?

[@vincentpan7727]

18's are definitely better in my opinion. Really love the video, do you think you could do more content on cheap/affordable mods on the gr86? I want to mod my gr86 too but I can't really afford to buy the more expensive items like wheels and exhaust right now, but still think it would be cool to make slight changes!

[@KevinVo]

Absolutely! I'm balling on a budget too!!

[@jukeboxzero1]

I ordered the clear side markers from FTSpeed 10 weeks ago. Still waiting. Where are they???

[@KevinVo]

I mean, you're not giving me much to go off of. I highly doubt if I search up Yu Tube in the system an order is going to pop up. I'd be happy to assist you if you gave me more details, but please keep in mind I just make the videos. I don't control how fast or when you receive your parts. I ordered these and had to wait as well.

[@jukeboxzero1]

@@KevinVo I'll send a (third) e-mail requesting status. And my credit card was charged 10 weeks ago. At least the website shows "Out of Stock" again.

[@KevinVo]

Find me on Instagram @thekevinvo and message me you email or order number.

[@TimurIskhodzhanov]

Do those lights flicker if you record a 120+ fps video?

[@drivingpsyche]

Most of the new 86 owners had issues with 245-size tires. Seems like wheel wells are narrower in gen2 cars.

[@KevinVo]

This gen certainly needs a bit less aggressive offsets for nice fitment.

[@guylambrechts2303]

18's (19's??) or adding mud flaps.

[@qpinfinitevoidqp2613]

can you link where you got the hallogen bulbs i cant find them

[@jittersfpv6872]

Hey man, where can I find those bulbs at?

[@KevinVo]

www.driven.media/shop/p/22-gr86brz-full-led-upgrade-kit

[@Unaim]

Which exhaust do you have in this GR86???

[@KevinVo]

In this video the car has the AWE Track Edition exhaust on there.

[@Kuyadice]

Bro where did you get the side panel?

[@autosenses2960]

What do 18’s look? Or you sticking with 17’s?

[@KevinVo]

I don't have any 18s to test yet but I'm leaning towards that.

[@ttt3377]

I dont like the exhaust please install a cat and I like a deeper tone. Also wrap in green color with the bronze wheels the second one! Also the seat put some carbonfiber bucket spaces! Thanks you im really gonna like my new car!!

[@theranter]

You need 18’s… you’ve got a lot of gap in front of AND behind the tire… that says “bigger wheels” to me.

[@noahpickerill3749]

Phhhhtt 97 "steaming hot" where I live in TX it's 110 😅🤣

[@KevinVo]

It's all relative! haha

[@aspeigher]

Thanks

[@KevinVo]

You're welcome!