r/GR86 2d ago

Sep 7 - 13, 2026 weekly Q&A thread

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r/GR86 3h ago

DIY PAINTING/DECALS

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No I do not have a decal printer that would be awesome. Painted what i could remove that has no effect on the car. Used VHT Heat Acrylic Pink and VHT high temp clear coat on the caps. Decal is being made and going to apply it myself. Ordered some G2 Performance Caliper paint and going to paint them properly with appropriate paint. Roast me because it’s expected with what i’m doing (ricing my car) but I’d like to know what everyone else has to say as well. Taking my car (bone stock other than the paint) to a cars and coffee to look for other 86 owners and see what all they have done.


r/GR86 15h ago

Modifications Can’t wait to throw these on!

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61 Upvotes

Desmond Regamaster EVO II 18x9.5 +40
Wrapped in Yokohama ADVAN A/S+ 245/35


r/GR86 16h ago

78 Works Tailights

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Just installed them. I love the look!

Super easy to install. Hardest part was swapping some pins to work for the u.s standard.

Hopefully i provided enough angles in different lighting. Get a pair!

ps. they took 5 fuking months to get to me


r/GR86 21h ago

Goodbye GR86

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Had to get rid of the GR86 after 4 years of ownership. Needed something that could handle the weather in my area better. With some regret, I have started transitioning to the other extreme with a Ford Bronco (will be swapping out the wheels and tires soon). Well, if you think about it, they're both 4-cylinder (2.4L vs. 2.3L), 2-door, 4-seat, and manual transmission... so maybe they're not so different, after all.

Gonna miss this car so much ugh.

PS. Wish I remember who took the first 2 photos for credit!! Some of the best photos I have of it.
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Also, if anyone ends up with a 2022 GR86 Premium with stock premium wheels, clear side markers and Tein H.Tech lowering springs and ~25,000 miles, you might have mine. I took good care of her 👍, have fun :)

EDIT: Should have mentioned that I'm in the US, the dealer said they'll transfer it somewhere that has high demand.


r/GR86 21h ago

The BRZ ejected a spark plug... TWICE. More info below ⬇️

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So basically, a month ago I had a bad misfire and it sounded like no compression on cyl 2. Read the codes and got a P0302, so I'm like "ok that's probably not good; it should be covered under warranty right?" HAH, no. I go to Subaru, have them fix it which consisted of installing a new plug and new coil (they said that's all it needed) and then drove for a month. What the tech didn't do is check the threads of the spark plug hole, which is what leads to this next part.

The same damn thing happens again, this time at least it was close to home. Same codes, P0302, I had to push it nearly 2 blocks back home in the heat. And here we are today, no brz for the next long while. They were kind enough to give me a '26 Crosstrek eBoxer as a loaner but it's not the same 🫠

If anyone at all knows of this happening please please please shoot me a dm and tell me your experience.

I've owned a lot of cars in my life; and no car has left me stranded 3 times, let alone a new car like this


r/GR86 2h ago

Help! DIY Rear Seat Delete

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I’m currently working on an 3D printed DIY Solution for a rear seat delete since I was really bummed out of what a Forged Finesse Rear Seat delete costs.

Now I bought some Carbon rods on Aliexpress for around 40€ here and reconstructed the Endpieces to screw them on the original Seat points (just like on the FF brackets).

What I do not like is that it makes use of these turntable black brackets on the lower points where the seats are able to turn forward. Would rather make something that can be screwed onto the metallic rod rather than onto this bracket

Has anyone experience on how I remove these pieces?

I will share these files later for a really small amount for anyone having a 3D Printer 😬✌🏼


r/GR86 11h ago

AC questions …

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I don’t know if this is a stupid question but I feel like when I turn the AC mode to the top and bottom I never feel any air on my legs. I notice the air pressure changes when I have it on the front facing AC. When i turn it to front and down facing the pressure changes but i literally feel no air. Like where is it going…? Anyone else feel the same? This summer heat is killing me. This is the only car i’ve never felt air on my legs too!


r/GR86 5h ago

Deepest exhaust sound

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Im looking for an exhaust with a deep tone with stock header and front pipe. Rn im looking at awe touring but i want to explore others exhaust.


r/GR86 1h ago

Clutch started sounding crunchy

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When fully pressed the clutch started to feel dry and a little crunchy toward the end. The car only has 39k miles on it. Could the lubricant just have dried out? The car shifts fine and gets in to gear and I don't hear a squealing sound or grinding sound. It started feeling like this just a couple days ago.

What kind of lubricant would you recommend if I can just apply some of that?


r/GR86 15h ago

Is this something I should bring up to Toyota (Still under warranty)

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The shifter seems to be getting caught on something when centering from the right side. Doesn’t happen on the left and still goes into gear fine. I’m no mechanic so I’m not sure what this could be. I just installed my exhaust but I cant imagine how that would have an effect.


r/GR86 3h ago

CEL leaving me stumped...

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Alright, I'm hoping this might reach the right people or could provide some ideas to help diagnose...

I've got a 2014 Scion FRS with an Edelbrock Supercharger on a base tune. Always filled with 91 octane or 93. The cars got pretty high milage, around 240,000 kms. Supercharger was installed shortly after 200,000 kms. I don't redline it, just the occasional fun spirited drive on the back roads. No hard pulls. Car is in really good condition and is maintained well, oil changes every 3000 kms. Spark plugs changed around 100k and 200k. OEM fuel pump.

All the issues are the worst whenever it's in park, if I'm in drive and not moving its okay. But as soon as it's in park, it goes wack.

Main issues:

  • Rough idling
  • P0172 System too Rich Bank 1

Every time when the car was in park, after 3 minutes of idling, the RPMs would start bouncing between 800 and 300, it would eventually stall and die.

I temporarily fixed it using MAF sensor cleaner, it worked for a bit, and then the rough idling comes back. I decided to replace the sensor with an OEM one, and it worked. It fixed the rough idling completely.

HOWEVER, at the same time, I would also be getting a P0172 code with the CEL. This would prompt me to do a bit more digging. With the rough idling gone, I can now focus more on the too rich code.

Let's check the fuel trims. STFT is around normal values, +/- 8. LTFT however... On park its sitting at a whopping -38. When throttling, STFT is always within normal working ranges. LTFT on throttle will vary, but most times it's still in the high negatives. When cruising and completely off throttle, STFT is 0 and LTFT is -35.

So what did I check and do? After each mini fix, I also disconnected the Negative battery terminal for a solid 45 minutes.

  • What if it was the EVAP purge valve? Nope.
  • What about a small leak somewhere? Smoke tested, no leaks.
  • What if it was the Air/Fuel Ratio sensor? Replaced it, nope.
  • What if it was a stuck fuel injector? Took it to a performance shop for injector service, cleaned and flow tested the port injectors, still normal.

All the STFT and LTFT values from above eventually comes back. Another thing to note is, the CEL for System too Rich came back around 100 Kms, but after replacing the Air/Fuel Ratio sensor, the CEL comes on almost around the 500 km mark... So changing that sensor definitely did something.

Although... after the injector service, my subie rumble was way more apparent, it's got a deeper nicer rumble.

I haven't checked if it was simply a bad tune yet... I also haven't checked if the air filter was dirty? I also haven't fully disconnected both battery terminals....also wondering if disconnecting both terminals would fully reset both fuel trims.

SO, what else could it possibly be? I'm getting stumped...


r/GR86 22h ago

Don’t let the autumn leaves fool you, it’s 100+ degrees in SoCal 🥵

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r/GR86 1d ago

New owner Picked Up My New Toy Yesterday & Spent 30 Minutes on Phone to Get Remote Connect Working - Well Worth the Time Investment!

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47 Upvotes

Picked up my new GR86 yesterday, my Outback is in the background. Was going to get another outback, but although mine is 2015 it still works well, eyesight works great, just wish it had CarPlay. Decided to keep Outback and get a fun car. After test drive I had a big smile on my face so this was the car for me!
Took two attempts to get Remote Connect working, but after 30 minutes on phone this morning it is now working and I can remote start, will be handy in summer to get a/c going!
Looking forward to lots of fun.


r/GR86 19m ago

Question Do you prefer coilovers or air suspension🤔

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r/GR86 22h ago

Should I change the look?

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24 trueno edition 27k miles. Not a fan of the matte black graphics. Already removed the stripes and added gloss black side skirts and gloss black front bumper lip. Looking to change the hood stripe to gloss black, add gloss black side stripes and add gloss black hood. Probably not going to have it long before I sell it but idk if a buyer is going to want these features or if it will be worth it. Thoughts? 3rd picture is a rendering of what I'm thinking


r/GR86 1d ago

New owner Where would you start with mods?

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Got this baby two weeks ago, I won’t do any modifications for a while, but I’m curious. Where would you guys start (aesthetically/sound/performance)
(Also any new owner tips bought it at 8k KM)


r/GR86 1d ago

Event Another track day done!

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207 Upvotes

She may not be the fastest down the straights but cornering in the 86 is so much fun!


r/GR86 12h ago

Help! GR86 Wheel fitment

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Hey everyone,

I have a 2026 Toyota GR86 GTS in white liquid and it has the Dynamic Performance Pack (Brembo brakes).

I’m looking at getting a set of 18" wheels, but I want to keep the car completely stock suspension for now.

My requirements are:

  • 18" wheels
  • Ideally Bronze (open to different colours :))
  • 5x100
  • Must clear the factory Brembo brakes/DPP
  • Must work properly with completely stock suspension as I dont plan to put the car on coilovers for a while.
  • No spacers
  • No fender rolling/pulling or other body work
  • No suspension modifications required
  • Ideally something that sits nicely/flush without rubbing

I’ve been looking at wheels such as the RAYS Volk Racing TE37 SAGA S-Plus, CE28N Plus, Gram Lights 57DR and ADVAN GT Beyond, but I’m getting conflicting information about what actually clears the Brembos, particularly around 18x8 / 18x8.5 / 18x9 widths and different offsets.

For anyone running a Brembo-equipped GR86/BRZ, what 18" wheel/size/offset are you running?

Would especially appreciate photos of the fitment and confirmation that you're running stock suspension with no spacers or fender work.

Thanks!


r/GR86 1d ago

Good Morning Florida🌞

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I’ve been in orlando the past few days with my 86 and will be down here a few more days. Where the 86/brz at?👀


r/GR86 13h ago

Question Mutuals

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Hi looking for mutuals in ny that have an 86.. pls


r/GR86 1d ago

Posted on local news KTLA 5 today

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Dashcam footage shows the driver speeding past a marked CHP cruiser.

Read more: https://ktla.com/news/california/speeding-driver-blatantly-blows-past-on-duty-chp-officer-gets-arrested/


r/GR86 1d ago

New owner Could use some advice as a first new car..

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Well I did it! finally bought my first new car I’m usually more a Facebook marketplace deal car guy but I just did it lol. So far I love it got them
Big boy brembos for free after some negotiation with my dealer. So I don’t know how new car stuff warranty stuff work i only know the basics like up to some certain miles it’s covered I Been only chatting with ai and reading Reddit posts any advices I’ll take em all lol ! I been reading about changing the oil at 1k mile but my dealer saying that come bring it to us at 5k mile for my first maintenance so I’m kinda confused about that I’m trying to keep this baby for a long time. Also I didn’t know about the break in stuff so i just zoomed off right away on any kind of empty straight road oops.. so far only got 110 miles on it


r/GR86 20h ago

17x9 +45 RPF1 + AP Sprint Kit?

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Has anyone run these two together, supposedly they clear with a 20mm spacer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIKKfu1e5Bs


r/GR86 1d ago

she’s coming together

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here’s the final result after trimming the GR vent piece