Tristor

Just got my new 2017 BRZ Limited yesterday.  Here's me picking it up at the dealership:

I've had this installed for around 2 weeks now. I opted for the EL setup for the small performance advantage it gives over UEL (I think 2-3 hp)
 The car feels fantastic! It pulls harder throughout  the entire rev range, the torque dip has been completely eliminated and the car is simply more enjoyable to drive. You no longer feel like you're forced to change down to 2nd coming off a roundabout or overtaking . 3rd pulls like 2nd used to pull on the stock car once you got over the now non existent torque dip.  Also love the throttle response from the tune, makes heal toeing a breeze.
Coming from a guy who likes a loud exhaust.... Unless you like very LOUD! I would suggest you have a resonated exhaust system with this or any catless manifold. I quickly swapped my Cobra non-res for the resonated mid section. It brought the "scary loud" volume down to a nice deep burble when cruising through towns/villages but still has an aggressive growl WOT.
I plan on upgrading to TD's turbo kit in the not too distant future (which is compatible). But until then, this package will keep me satisfied. 

Do this first. Makes the biggest difference to daily driving out of everything.
Wheels/suspension are great as "luxury" upgrades, but this package will transform the way the car drives in every way.

Mine's just breezed through MOT with Mike's UEL manifold and AVO TurboWorld 2.1/2" cat-back so definitely no issues there.
It's fecking loud though - doubt it would pass sound check at most UK circuits as-is. Having an extra box inserted in a couple of weeks.

Hello all,
 
We've decided to put together a package for those wanting to release more power from their GT86 or BRZ, without going for forced induction  
The kit contains the following:
 
'Before' Dyno Run
Tuning Developments Manifold (EL or UEL)
Tuning Developments Overpipe
Gaskets
Heat Wrap For 'Downpipe' Section
K&N 'Drop In' Replacement Panel Filter
Installation
ECUTeK License
In House Remap On The Dyno
 
£1495.00 inc VAT
 
Website link here
 




 
This package has been proven to remove the torque dip which plagues these cars, along with making more peak power. The whole curve is stronger, making the driving experience much more enjoyable! The ECUTeK Remap features the excellent RaceROM which gives you 4 switchable maps via the cruise control stalk which can be adjusted whilst on the fly. For those without cruise control we can set this up via the heated rear window button. Net gains are upto 30lb.ft through the mid range and upto 25bhp peak power (based against a 100% factory car).
 
You do not have to have an aftermarket exhaust, this is completely optional. The second CAT can also stay in place if needed. This gives an end result of a car that when cruising, sounds very close to OE sound levels, and has a pleasant bark to it when pressing on through the gears. The gains in torque make it much nicer to drive and give a far more linear delivery.
 


 
The top dyno graph has the factory second CAT and factory exhaust.
The lower dyno graph has a high flow second CAT and an aftermarket exhaust.
 

Above - TD EL Manifold, Full Exhaust & In House ECUTeK Tune (Didn't photo the overlay from before sorry!)
 

Above - Exhaust & ECUTeK Tune - Versus TD UEL Manifold & In House ECUTeK Tune.
 
 

Above - Exhaust & Stock Tune - Versus TD EL Manifold & In house ECUTeK Tune.
 

Above - Full Exhaust & Tomei Manifold & ECUTeK Tune - Versus Full Exhaust & TD EL Manifold & In House ECUTeK Tune
 
Noise testing data
 
This Package (UEL Manifold)
Stock Second CAT
Our Resonated CAT Back Exhaust
@4500rpm static test is 89db.
 
Gives a lovely bark when pushing on yet subtle when cruising.
 
When we have an EL setup in we will do the same test.
 
 
This Package (EL Manifold)
Stock Second CAT
Stock CAT Back Exhaust
@5000rpm static test is 84db.
 
 
 
Feedback: Some of the feedback from the NA Tuning Package.
 

 
Any questions, drop me a PM on here, email me on mike@tuningdevelopments.co.uk or give me a call on 01925 822 266.
 
Thanks
 
Mike

Just got my new 2017 BRZ Limited yesterday.  Here's me picking it up at the dealership:

Element Tuning, ran a boosted FA20 upto 9K for a race season, I think they rebuilt the engine a couple of times along the way. For an N/A build they believe the limit is 7800rpm.
I assume the quote Church has copied is from one of their posts. 
There is loads more info here: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63723&highlight=element+tuning
Short video here: 
 

IIRC main think that would limit our engines is oil pressure to reach that high rpms, so i doubt to see any FA20 engine ever reaching more then some 8-8.2K rpms. Yes, some shops might be competent enough to completely rework whole oiling system, but by then involved skillset and costs would be that high, to make much more sense to do engine swap to some other.

For those more knowledgeable on these things, am I right that the valve gear on the 86 would preclude this kind of thing?
Still an achievement in itself though.