FR-S / BRZ / 86 Top Wheel and Wheel Accessories

What makes the Subaru BRZ, the Scion FR-S, and the Toyota 86 so special is that they carry the main ingredients in a traditional sports car all within an affordable package. Even today, the latest BRZ and GR86 models are one of the last remaining sports cars left available with a manual transmission option. Going back to the first generation of the BRZ/FR-S/86 models, these cars are relatively lightweight, have a front-engine and rear-wheel-drive layout, and deliver that raw spirited driving experience that so many enthusiasts love about the Mazda Miata. Because these examples are fairly affordable in comparison to other vehicles that may be in the same class, this leaves a larger budget for modifications, specifically wheels. Here, we will talk about wheels as well as accessories that can increase the grip and the performance of your BRZ/FR-S/86.

 

APEX RACE PARTS ARC-8 ANTHRACITE 17X9 +42MM 2013+ FR-S / BRZ / 86 / 2014+ Forester

 

What’s cool about Apex Race Parts is that they are comprised by a team of true enthusiasts who know how to properly marry analysis, strength, and fitment to create the ARC-8 design. This particular wheel will come in the 17x9 size with a +40 offset. This means that this wheel is wide enough to fit a wider tire, without having to resort to a larger 18-inch wheel that could increase the overall rotational mass. The multi-spoke mesh design is clean but serves a purpose to clear larger calipers if you should decide to upgrade later on. This wheel features strong construction to endure the perils of track abuse and will come in the anthracite finish that can hide brake dust fairly well, while looking great on any colored finish. This is a perfect no-nonsense wheel for the track enthusiast who wants to maximize the wheel and tire fitment and performance without having to do any guesswork with an otherwise, overly aggressive wheel size that may require modification.

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ARP EXTENDED WHEEL STUDS 2015+ WRX / 2015+ STI / 2013+ FR-S / BRZ / 86

Upgraded wheel studs are required if you are either running wheel spacers, a big brake kit, or if you simply want to replace your OEM wheel studs with one of the strongest possible options. If you did upgrade to a larger caliper then depending on the design or brand of that larger caliper, the caliper itself can be wider. And typically, when upgrading to larger calipers, you will also need a larger wheel to accommodate for the clearance. Your OEM wheel studs only extend so far so your lug nuts can only grab so much thread, and this is clearly a safety issue and you would not want a wheel coming off in motion. ARP manufactures some of the strongest if not the strongest automotive hardware in the industry. Their wheel studs are no exception. If you have stripped the threads on your existing wheel studs always replace them otherwise those lateral forces and vibration will push your lug nuts off. And when installing your lug nuts always tighten them by hand first before buzzing them on with an impact. Note that with extended wheel studs, you will more than likely have to upgrade to an open-ended lug nut.

 

 

2015+ WRX / STI / 2013+ FRS / BRZ / 86 / 2014+ Forester

Wheel spacers are also crucial to provide your vehicle with proper fitment and clearance with aftermarket wheels with or without the combination of a big brake kit. Faction Fab, who are comprised by expert automotive engineering enthusiasts has provided you with many thickness options than can help tailor your fitment. Oftentimes when we get aftermarket wheels depending on the wheel design, you could make contact with the brake caliper. Wheel spacers provide enough clearance to make sure the spoke of your wheel no longer hits the caliper. As a rule of thumb, it is best to get the minimum size as possible otherwise you may have to upgrade to extended studs. Other than clearance requirements, wheel spacers also provide your vehicle with a cleaner look with your wheels being more flush with your fenders and eliminating that tucked-in look. Choose the right size to accommodate your setup.

 

 

WORK ROYAL INSTALLATION KIT LUG NUTS 2015+ WRX / 2015+ STI / 2013+ FR-S / BRZ/ 2014+ FORESTER

The last few years have been nothing short of a whirlwind. Especially with material shortages that have increased the prices in the automotive aftermarket, especially wheels. Depending on what brand you go with, wheels can go from a modification to more of an investment real quick. And this is why you need to invest in a quality set of lug nuts. The Works Royal lug nuts are a complete set of lug nuts that include (4) special lug nuts that can only be removed with a special socket. This reduces the chances of theft surprising you trying to leave to work at 6am with your car on cinder blocks. Additionally, work lug nuts are a great way to keep your wheels properly torqued down while offering an overall cleaner look for those with an eye for detail.