r/ft86 • • 3d ago

Official Q&A Oct 12 - 18, 2026 weekly Q&A thread

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r/ft86 • • 3h ago

Petro-Canada 91 vs 94?

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Whenever I fill up, I usually get 91, however, 94 is always a couple cents cheaper. Is there any difference between getting 91 vs 94? I do understand Canada uses a similar system to the US.


r/ft86 • • 41m ago

Why won’t my open flash performance tablet thing do anything?

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Both my phone and tablet are connected to same WiFi and it takes lik 10 min download firmware then says this?? This isint at the writing process yet and my key isint inserted it’s just downloading shit into the device but it keeps failing. If anyone knows what’s wrong lmk


r/ft86 • • 1h ago

Can everyone send me their interiors

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Pretty satisfied with my exterior and looking to start blowing money on the inside and want some inspiration.


r/ft86 • • 18h ago

This shit fr

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I’ve been waiting about 5 months for the replacement motor from the company that supplied the original replacement and they’ve done send finally sent one the wrong variant and now I’ve been waiting another couple weeks for them to come pickup the one they send and deliver the proper one
For those unaware the fa20 s20 is its N.A. motor found in the ft86 community
And the e20 is its turbocharged wrx counterpart


r/ft86 • • 2h ago

ダックテールのスポイラーかGTウイングかで迷ってる。 Spoiler

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r/ft86 • • 23h ago

Why my motor started knocking

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Have not been given too much context from the shop yet, but upon tearing down my engine they found that a spark plug exploded and caused quite a bit of damage that resulted in knocking.

Would love to hear some additional questions I should ask the shop about this.

So for all the people saying I had oil issues or don’t know how to take care of the car, explain that one lol.

Either way, shop quoted $30,000 for a full rebuild, forged internals and a works stage 2 turbo kit. After hearing this price I am debating just throwing a new stock motor in, and buying another fun platform in the next few years.

Happy to hear anyone else’s thoughts.


r/ft86 • • 3h ago

What is this sound? And is it normal?

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What is that hollow thumping sound at around 5 seconds? It’s only audible from certain angles especially when filming. 127k miles on motor, no oil consumption or performance issues, I only have an exhaust. I’ve heard it in other people's videos and can’t find a source. Anyone know where the sound is coming from or what causes it?

I've also heard it in some of my engine videos from 10k miles ago, which makes me think it might be normal?
Maybe my psychosis is getting worse lol


r/ft86 • • 11h ago

ダックテールのスポイラーかGTウイングかで迷ってる。 Spoiler

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r/ft86 • • 6h ago

Unknown rattling sound behind driver seat

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I've had what sounds like a plastic on metal or metal on metal rattling sound right behind my left ear in my 2013 BRZ for months. I've torn the back interior apart, installed trd door stabilizers, dampened the whole car, and torn apart the b-pillar which is where it sounds like it's coming from. Anybody have similar experience with this and/or could share solutions?


r/ft86 • • 13h ago

5w20 or 0w20?

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which one is better for engine longevity?


r/ft86 • • 9h ago

Oil Cooler Options for 2016 BRZ, HEL Oil Cooler Kit Experience?

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Hey all, I did my first track day last weekend and had a blast, I want to go back for more in the spring, but I need some uprated brake pads and an oil cooler before I damage the car doing this more than once. I saw 257f oil temps as my highest during my 4 sessions and though I am running 5w30, I don't want to put the engine through that repetitively!

I am located in Canada, and therefore any kits from the USA are kind of out right now unfortunately due to the 50% tariffs currently in place on auto parts, the reality is that just makes none of their products priced even remotely competitively to us at this time. I had wanted a Jackson Racing cooler, but its out for that reason sadly.

I found this kit last night, from a brand HEL in the UK, they have a Canadian dealer and the price seems right. Setrab core, 200f thermostat, uses OEM oil filters... It seems decent quality?! Anyone have any experience with this kit? I found one review of their 2nd gen BRZ kit, but only the one, and nothing on the first gen cars. I think I would go with the 13 row core, larger seems overkill for my stock engine and max 15-20 min lapping sessions and I am worried about overcooling in the winter months as the car is my daily driver as well. https://ca.helperformance.com/hel-direct-fit-oil-cooler-kit-for-subaru-brz-zn6-zc6-2012-2020

Thanks for any input! I had such a blast at the track last weekend and I want to go back for more, but be a bit kinder on my engine next time!


r/ft86 • • 9h ago

Wrap questions

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Realistically how hard is it to wrap this car in my driveway with no experience


r/ft86 • • 1d ago

This is why I don’t linger in blind spots on the highway.

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r/ft86 • • 16h ago

Looking for part

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I recently got into a car accident other person didn’t have insurance, and my driver side door is cooked looking to get some help or if u have one to message me and see if we can work something out , got a 2015 Scion frs black


r/ft86 • • 1d ago

Part of the low mileage club? Just got a 2013 and I love this thing! ❤️

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r/ft86 • • 14h ago

Fault code help

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I just changed the sparks plugs on the car and then a day later this code came up and so did the oil and power steering light.


r/ft86 • • 16h ago

Looking for part

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I recently got into a car accident other person didn’t have insurance, and my driver side door is cooked looking to get some help or if u have one to message me and see if we can work something out , got a 2015 Scion frs black


r/ft86 • • 22h ago

OEM premium tires and wheels with RSR down and 20 mm spacers.

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Hey! I’m currently running the stock the suspension setup with stock premium 18 inch wheels and 215/40R18 tires on my GR86. Thinking of installing the RSR down for a mild drop and 20 mm spacers for a nice fitment. Anyone running that setup with the stock tires and wheels that I can see? Wondering also about the ride quality and handling improvement with that setup. Any insight is much appreciated!


r/ft86 • • 18h ago

Interior sound clips Invidia N1 + UEL no cats?

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Anyone got interior sound clips of indivia n1 and catless UEL headers?


r/ft86 • • 6h ago

is it okay to put regular gas in my 2013 scion frs?

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gas prices are crazy


r/ft86 • • 1d ago

GR Cup

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r/ft86 • • 14h ago

All FA engine owners are invited to join FA Mafia discord server

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r/ft86 • • 20h ago

2019 GT86 TRD Brembo Rear 5x114.3 Swap — Need Help

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I’m trying to convert my rear hubs from 5x100 to 5x114.3, but I’m trying to keep the cost down by sourcing everything through RockAuto, as I’ve seen other people do.
I’m aware that I need the 2008 WRX STI rear hubs, but I’m getting conflicting information about which rotors to use, especially since my car is a 19 ,86 with factory Brembos.
I’ve heard that the 2024 WRX turbo manual rotors work, but I believe that might only apply to cars without Brembos. I’ve also seen people mention 2008 WRX STI rotors and 17 wrx sti rotors, so I’m honestly a little confused about which ones will actually go with my car don’t want break pads to slip out later on.
If anyone could confirm the correct rotors and hubs for me pls anyone who has done the swap , and preferably link the parts for me pls from RockAuto, would go the gk route but it’s way out of my budget and would still have to re drill which i’m trying to avoid ,I’d really appreciate the help.I’m trying to get everything right the first time without spending more than necessary.
Thanks in advance!


r/ft86 • • 22h ago

Part number for bolt that holds brake line to the coilover?

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Having a hard time finding the bolt number that holds brake line to the coilover if someone was help please thank you.