Jimmy Backus purchased the 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited when the model first hit the market and says he knew right way it would be the next generation tuner car. In its stock form, Backus says the vehicle looks great and has amazing handling. It was just shortly after its debut when the aftermarket selection really took off, which presented endless possibilities for the owner's build. Backus's vision was to build a fully functioning and reliable streetcar, complete with factory luxuries, while also having the power, handling and styling of a race car. Essentially, Backus says he wanted the option of taking the BRZ to work, then to a car show, and finally to the track. With the helping hand of Welsh Racing, Backus say he feels as though that vision has become a reality. But that doesn't mean the build is complete, with plans for future modifications that include a new paint job by Elevens' Paint & Fiber, the installation of an Origin Lab 3D GT wing and FT-86 SpeedFactory diffuser, as well as a E85 high boost race tune by UMS Tuning.
Owner: Jimmy Backus
Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States
Vehicle: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited
Horsepower: 575 whp @ 15psi
Club: N/A
Social: Facebook, Instagram
Photography by Christopher McCampbell, Javy Chaidez, Pierson Richards.
ENGINE & PERFORMANCE:
3.4L 2JZ-GTE
Precision 6466 turbo
CP forged pistons
Brian Crower; Pro Series H-Beam connecting rods, springs and titanium retainers, 264 cams
ARP main bolts and head bolts
ACL main bearings, rod bearings and thrust bearing
Ferrea Competition Plus intake and exhaust valves
Titan Motorsports ATI super damper crank pulley and adjustable cam gears
Hallman Evolution Boost Controller Kit
Future Fabrication twin scroll T4 turbo manifold
TiAL MV-R 44mm dual wastegates and blow off valve
Injector Dynamic 1300cc 14mm injectors
Fuel Injector Clinic fuel rail
Walbro F90000267 450LPH E85 fuel pumps
Radium multi-pump fuel surge tank
Phenix Industries fuel pressure regulator with Tomei gauge
K&N Universal performance air filters
Mishimoto intercooler and radiator
EXHAUST:
Custom 3.5-inch straight pipe exhaust to 4-inch tip
PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS
AEM (Series 2 EMS, wideband failsafe gauge, oil pressure gauge, oil/trans/water temp gauge)
Autometer dash pod
EcuTek ProECU BRZ
UMS Tuning
DRIVELINE:
Marlin Crawler R154 transmission
Xcessive Engineering R154 mount
Clutch Masters Stage 3 clutch and flywheel
ARP flywheel bolts
WHEELS & TIRES:
Volk TE37SL - 18x10.5 (f), 18x11.5 (r) 5x114.3
Nitto NT01 - 275/35/18 (f), 305/35/18 (r)
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
Ksport Kontrol Pro Coilover Kit
VooDoo13 (rear toe arms, rear lower control arms, rear trailing arms)
BRAKES:
OEM
EXTERIOR:
Lux Motion wide body kit
Seibon carbon fiber hood
INTERIOR:
OEM
AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA:
OEM
COMPETITION EVENTS / CLASSES / AWARDS:
86FEST 2015 - Best Widebody FRS/BRZ
FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
Backus says his favorite modification is the 3.4L 2JZ-GTE swap. He says the power and sound make the BRZ "a blast to drive," and have most onlookers speechless after seeing under the hood or going for a ride. With that said, Backus also wants to give a shout out to the Lux Motion for the wide body kit - his very close second. The kit is also one of his favorites because it's not bolted or riveted on the vehicle, giving it that factory look. He especially appreciates the make, as it's not a Rocket Bunny, which often has him stopped and asked what kind of car he owns or what type of kit he's attached.
SPONSORS:
Welsh Racing
Mishimoto
Future Fabrication
Elevens' Paint & Fiber
SHOPS:
Welsh Racing
Larry's Engine and Marine
UMS Tuning
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Future Fabrication
Elevens' Paint & Fiber
