(Part 2) Top products from r/ft86

Let's start by saying car covers are a pain in the ass for daily use, the car has to be perfectly clean to prevent it from scratching and it just doesn't work that way unless the car is washed every couple of days.

Instead I'd just wash 1 or 2 times a week, and get a gallon-size of Meguiar's spray wax and Last Touch, because you know you'll be in a constant battle against certain elements, might as well stock up (and you save like 50% just buying in bulk this way). In fact I recommend checking out their entire detailer line because you're going to go through a lot of soaps, waxes, etc. Their gallon of shampoo plus for $20 is a great start. And you can find deals like 3-packs of their supreme shine towels for $6 as an amazon add-on item if you're a prime customer.

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-D11101-Shampoo-Plus-Gallon/dp/B000EZICII

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-X3002-Microfiber-Wash-Mitt/dp/B000RXKR6M/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1485457672&sr=1-1&keywords=meguiar%27s+microfiber+mitt

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-D15601-Synthetic-X-Press-Spray/dp/B005JPJMI2

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-D15501-Touch-Spray-Detailer/dp/B0006SH4NC/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1485453717&sr=1-1&keywords=last+touch

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-D12001-Glass-Cleaner-Concentrate/dp/B0006SH4KU/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1485457691&sr=1-4&keywords=meguiar%27s+glass+cleaner

https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Supreme-Shine-Microfiber-Cloths/dp/B0009IQZH0/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1485455013&sr=1-2&keywords=supreme+shine

I just buy all their gallon sized stuff and then reuse my old bottles of spray wax, detailers spray, glass cleaner, wheel bottles, etc. Saves me lots of money, like the difference between $100 now or a couple hundred by next year. For instance their gallon size of glass cleaner is probably enough to set you straight on that for a few years, dilutes 10-1 with distilled water. That's 10 gallons of glass cleaner, put that in an old windex bottle and never run out!

Also the Chemical Guy's bucket kit https://www.amazon.com/Chemical-Guys-ACC_101-Detailing-Bucket/dp/B001U522GO was a pretty amazing deal and necessary if you're going to use coin-wash bays. However the mitt included is a bit rough, so instead I use a meguiar's microfiber mitt as its the softest I've found so far. The paint on this car is very soft so it's important to use the softest products possible on the paint.

An Invisible Glass Reach and Clean tool has worked out great for cleaning the interior glass and keeping it from fogging up. Great item to have. https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Glass-Reach-Clean-95161/dp/B0017K69MA

And a bird poop tip, keep a plastic container with microfibers, a bottle of water, and a bottle of last touch / spray wax mix in the trunk or behind passenger seat. If a bird hits the car, just soak microfiber with water, apply for 30 seconds, and then clean with the detailer spray / spray wax.

To prevent corrosion, you're going to want to clean deep into the wheel wells and stuff with dedicated brushes and mitts, and then use an anti corrosion product (I ordered some ACF-50 spray recently, getting it in the mail today probably) https://www.amazon.com/Lear-Chemical-ACF50-Anti-Corrosion-Lubricant/dp/B000P1C8UO . You're going to want to check crevices for salt buildup, it can happen on some of the window trim parts, so it might be necessary to remove them and clean them out if it starts to rust underneath. You might want to use dabs of silicone stuff to prevent water and salt from corroding these spots. There are a few posts about corrosion of FT86club forums so read up on them. Also your cabin air filter, leaves and bugs like to get in your cabin air filter and make things nasty. You can easily check / service this yourself, its behind the glove box.


For maintenance, I would NOT go past 5000 miles on an oil change, and be choosy where you take your oil changes. The car likes running on fresh oil period. Buy a 5 pack of oem oil filters and oem crush washers to keep yourself straight for awhile, saves money and time. Or also a fumoto oil valve can save even more effort, as a DIY'er it made my oil changes the easiest thing to do. Check your tire pressure constantly, because a decrease in pressure will make the car drive like crap and will wear your tires out quickly.

Your 60k mile maintenance or therabouts is an important interval. Needs stuff done like spark plug changes, and probably checking the clutch throwout bearing to see if it has become worn. These are expensive and labor intensive, expect a $1000 bill.

Probably possible. Not sure if it would be worth it. A dash cam with motion detection and an additional battery might be enough to ease you worries. I had one installed and it makes me feel a little better.

These were taken from https://www.reddit.com/r/Dashcam/

Best cam recommendations

Best value:

• A119 v3 ($110-120 USD)
  
• B1W ($47-55 USD)
  
• Street Guardian SGGCX2 (Includes memory card and CPL filter) ($160-290 USD)
  
  Best value Dual cams:
  
  
• A129 ($150-170 USD)
  
• A129 Pro Duo 4K ($250 USD)
  
• Thinkware FA200 2CH WiFi ($170-180 USD)
  
  Budget dash cams:
  
  
• Yi Dash cam ($50 USD)
  
• Rexing V1 ($100 USD) - Lipo battery
  
• Anker Roav S1 ($90 USD)
  
• Anker ROAV C1 ($73 USD)
  
• AUKEY ($70 USD)
  
• YI Nightscape Dash Cam ($65 USD)
  
  Budget Dual Cams:
  
  
• Rexing V1P Pro Dual ($200 USD)
  
• Aukey DR02D ($130 USD)
  
• Mini 0906 ($120 USD)
  
  Dual Cams:
  
  
• BlackSys CH-300 2CH ($290 USD)
  
• Street Guardian SG9663DCPRO ($260-360 USD)
  
• BlackVue DR900S 2CH (4K) ($430-591 USD)
  
• Thinkware Q800PRO 2K QHD ($380-490 USD)

Pioneer AVH-4200NEX Does both Android Auto and AppleCarplay. Has native OBDII integration + other native apps. It's the bees knees. I'm getting it very soon. It's expensive, but god damn, it's the best thing out there right now for head units. Also it's has super easy pop-out ant-theft screen, for easily removing it for when you park. (Parts of downtown St. Louis are really ghetto/risky to park)

Oh wow thats great. I had no idea it was that strong. I will probably plastidip my wheels a matte black color to go with my white BRZ. Should look good!

Never use a bristle brush on my wheels, just a microfiber mitt.

Slow and smooth when letting the clutch out. Also, Allow the RPMs to drop to avoid the jerking/jolting. Pretty much treat it Zohan. Make it silky smooth

Being a 2017, i'd assume you're still in the break in period (or around there), which doesn't help matters.

I'd recommend the removal of the clutch spring as well to provide more driver feedback, making things that much easier.

If none of that helps.... maybe try a different oil like Motul 300 or Red Line MT-90

The Roav S1. I bought them for $90 each on September 17th so I'm not sure why the price went up by $20. I've also had the Goluk T2 dashcam which I also really liked but the app for it is trash, quality is pretty good even at night. I'd take the Roav over the T2 though but the T2 does mount a lot more discretely.

https://smile.amazon.com/Roav-DashCam-Resolution-NightHawk-Wide-Angle/dp/B07DF8MQX1/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1539531473&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=roav+s1&psc=1

https://smile.amazon.com/Goluk-T2-G-sensor-Detection-Recording/dp/B01KX35KB2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1539531809&sr=8-2&keywords=goluk+t2

This is a cheaper model than what I have. I have the 8200 nex and the one I linked is the 4200.

This is what it looks like. There is a gap, but it's not too bad honestly. It's almost impossible to find one that fits fully. I don't think any reputable brands make it in the size we need in the USA. Anything is better than the shit stock one. I hated that fucking thing lol.

Rexing V1P for $130. Not bad of an investment to save yourself the headache of playing potential the blame game with the other driver.

Since the BRZ had a cigarette lighter in the glove compartment, I did not have to spend an additional $40 fuse tap kit like I did for my 2002 WRX. I was able to hide all the wires nicely in the BRZ to power the unit and for the rear camera as well.

Just picked this one up today: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AMGFY5M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Pretty sleek, slides on the AC vent, I put mine on the middle passenger side angled towards me so it's like I'm looking at the radio. Magnets are incredibly strong. didn't fall on the biggest bump in my city or potholes. Black hides with the interior nicely.

So then the fluids are the same?

I'm having trouble understanding the difference between this and this.

Is this just marketing from the company?


Yeah, I plan on buying these fluids myself in the future and having the mechanic do it, I just wanted to be sure I didn't put something where it didn't belong.

Thanks for the help, man. Solid advice as usual :)

What spray cleaner do you guys use to clean the alcantara?

I was wondering if this $20 Sonax cleaner was worth it: https://www.amazon.com/Sonax-206141-Upholstery-Alcantara-Cleaner/dp/B00BBWJ16U/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494953995&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=alcnatara+cleaner

or can I get away with a $3 bottle of Tuff Stuff? https://www.amazon.com/Tuff-Stuff-Purpose-Cleaner-Cleaning/dp/B0009PCPNQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1494953867&sr=8-4&keywords=fabric+cleaner

edit: or can I even get away with just vacuuming and using a damp microfiber cloth?

I use a magnetic car mount off amazon. I used a dremel and routed out a little piece of the plastic trim around the head unit and ran the cable down that and through the center console. Then I used a switched obd2 power cable to extend to the OFT cable.

The install is super clean if you're willing to cut into your trim piece a little bit.

I would reccommend this one. I use it in mine and it is amazing and out of the way. Never had one problem with it.

Looking to get wheel locks and making sure I get the right ones.

M12x1.25 "cone seat" is correct?

More specifically these on Amazon

Thanks in advance

Meguiars interior wipes or the spray is what I normally use on my truck, my car, and my girlfriends car. Work great, good smell when spraying^^^^^DoesntOverwhelm, I usually spray the rag. Unless it’s bad enough to need a soak.


Edit: The wipes work fantastically on the dash

I put this on the oil pan, works great:

Thermo-Tec 13575 Adhesive Backed Aluminized Heat Barrier, 12" x 24" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00029KC2K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8lECCb4G1XBP2

They do direct sales on the forum and it looks like they sell them through amazon too.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=81839

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0128JHV8E

https://www.amazon.com/DeLUXE-Carbon-Spoiler-Aluminum-Brackets/dp/B07Z4GLWBN/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=brz+gt+wing+rocket+bunny&qid=1573011284&sr=8-3

Get this one. It's way better quality then mine.

They are look like vland headlights but I got them from Amazon for $400

Link here:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07QP6Q6NZ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

No offense but how do you know? That looks like any of these just dropshipped from china

https://www.amazon.com/DeLUXE-Carbon-Spoiler-Aluminum-Brackets/dp/B07Z4GLWBN/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=brz+gt+wing+rocket+bunny&qid=1573011284&sr=8-3

I use this CD slot mount. It's worked well for me and even held up on track days.

I found this one on amazon,
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MC2P6BH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SSkwDb634NYRV

I really dig the look at it and its actually the one that got me looking more into them!

Got em on amazon, here’s the link


Rear Window Louver Matte Black Window Visor Sun Shade Cover Vent ABS Windshield Cover for 2012-2018 Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S/Toyota GT86 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MC2P6BH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hphTDbZ2B3ATS

I personally use this magnetic vent mount. I have it on the driver side vent above the head unit. When I have it mounted, I just put my phone in landscape mode so it doesn't block the head unit. I don't have any issues with the mount becoming wiggly and coming off the vent by itself (I've had my car since April and have just under 5000 miles on it).

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AMGFY5M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Personally I picked up one of these. A bit on the heavy side, but I mean it immediately pays off. Literally plug it in, hit summer/winter button, and you're done.

I use an ATEQ Quickset http://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1368901358&sr=8-1&keywords=ateq+quickset which stores both my summer and winter TPMS sensor ID's. It plugs into the OBD2 port and you can toggle between the two sets at will.

Rexing V1P 2.4" LCD FHD 1080p 170 Degree Wide Angle Dual Channel Dashboard Camera Recorder Car Dash Cam with Rear Camera, G-Sensor, WDR, Loop Recording https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EX8ATKK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TvknybVZK3Q0Z

These are cheaper and the same thing I believe

I'm just going to leave this here.

Here are both of the products I got (Not including the Pressure Washer)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009OTW646/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CE78VO8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

MATCC Adjustable Foam Wash Gun 1L Bottle Car Wash Gun Snow Foam Lance With 1/4" Quick Connector https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CE78VO8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_zFKbnjznn8L2B