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Audio install finished, well mostly, the Scosche adpater I was using doesn't work and is throwing errors on the headunit, so will figure that one out, but other than that. Amp is in, sub is in, interior is back together (mostly) and video is uploaded

I have finally made a start on my audio upgrades, well post headunit upgrade. I have added 3-way component Focal Access speakers into the doors and dash, and coaxial Focal speakers in the rear, adding some sound deadening as i go. I also took the time to upgrade the door check straps to the GR86 versions.

First "power mod" on this one, added a GReddy Snorkel intake and was always jealous of the US markets being able to drop the rear seats from the boot so figured out a way to do it

Forgot to add this one, for my 41st my wife got me a trip to do the rally experience at Brands Hatch, I think she just knew i was itching to drive my car! I also finally got round to installing headlight washers and getting them to function as intended, no separate switch, off the stalk and only when the headlights are on, I have included a list of parts I used and a wiring guide in the video/description

Managed to get the Kenwood stereo system installed, and the TRD interior panel

Slight change of pace for this one, I installed a Verus engineering bell cover housing, then went on an extended holiday in California, where I met up with a friend who showed me around his BRZ/TRD 14R60, so many original pieces on this one and a lot of custom stuff too. Wanted to post some pics here but dropbox is not having it

Have fitted a TRD rear lean brace, have the rest of them to go on, but not been under it yet Also got the rear fog light working, didn't have to modify the bumper either thankfully Also got the auto-dimming rear view mirror installed too. Here is the latest video

Got all of the wiring issues for the wipers and lighting systems sorted, also added heated mirrors, JDM versions didn't come with it Also prob a change of direction with the rear fog for the car, have found a great dual fog/reverse bulb https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315472814961 Big thanks to this DIY for the mirrors from Markitect on FT86club forums https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=112848 Check it all out here:

Another one from the archive today, I have been storing a TRD MOMO steering wheel for the car since 2018! Time to get it on in this video, the wheel went on easily, unfortunately the wiring loom for the UK spec indicators was not a straight swap, so will have to probably get an auto electrician on that.

Small update this time fitted some TRD rear side spoilers and a P3 gauge

Another quick video this week, had intended on fitting the auto-dimming rear view mirror but some wiring diffences stopped play on that one. Instead I opted to make the interior a bit more comfortable with the OEM armrest

Not much to report on this one, just gave the car a wash and installed some TOM's red v1 tail lights (after a bit of a re-pin)

Tried to stay out of the interior for this update, done a lot in there! So started with updating the VSC module to the 2017+ version, this is to ensure the buttons correlate with the gauge custer, but also I have slightly less obtrusive drive settings. When ordering from a breaker check here for the correct age, this is a simple retrofit for the the 2015 and 2016 models, needs re-pinning for earlier models. I also added a LAILE Beatrush brake master cylinder stopper, have always had these on every car I have owned, they do make a good difference...but not in gold, got it re-powder coated black and it wouldn't be me without another TRD part, so here you go, door handle protectors Here is the latest video

I have started on getting this road legal, first things first I changed the clear lights in the bottom of the door and replaced them with red from the UK model. The bigger issues also was the existing kmh only gauge cluster. I replaced this with a later UK 2017+ model with the little screen and had it adjusted to show the correct mileage and removed the bulb for the TPMS system that is not available on the earlier cars. In addition to the cluster I installed the later model 2017 buttons and a GJP (Gerald Just Products) joystick to control the screen. I also added a selection of new TRD boots to the interior, all of this can be seen in the below video

Thanks yeah, wasn't cheap, worth saving for though. Unfortunately until 2026 it won't be out! Not allowed to drive it on the road until it is ten years old as does not have a model report for IVA registration.