I was waiting, had it in my cart. I think that finish and gap turned me off from it. Maybe some black tint over the whole thing would fix that finish if the tint stuck. Hoping there's a higher quality one coming to market. Thanks for highlighting that, Kevin!
It's ok. If someone likes the style and wants to be different, ok, but the amount of work, rewiring and routing, I wouldn't do it. I love that you can give 100% honest reviews on your channel!
I think it looks sweet! Maybe another version or iteration can improve upon it, like a smaller gap and better plastic finish. Would love to see it in the dark.
Kevin, get a few sheets of rigid foam insulation and put them on your ceiling to help hold the heat in! For the price of this brake light you could have it covered.
I always appreciate your honest takes on the products you try. Some might see it as nitpicking but no, things like the plastic finish and the light bar not quite lining up would absolutely bother me too. That said, I still think this is a cool look overall as long as you don't examine too closely. I've seen some full brake light kits that come with that trunk light. If a decent one of those comes along I'd probably go that route.
The idea is cool and how it works looks great! But I can see that it doesn't make the lights a continuous beam. Maybe if there's an aftermarket tail light set that extends that extra half inch to the light bar, I think that will tie it together very well. But thanks for walking us through the process!
I saw something like this a few months ago. I liked it visually at a distance, because photos don't really show details like plastic finish and alignment. Now that you've shown that, I don't really want one until someone else has made a better version. The finish might be fixable with some plastic polish, some sandpaper, polishing pads, a drill, and some careful patience. The alignment issue is a bit of a turn off. It's bad enough that the trunk button isn't usable, but it seems like the product was rushed, or there wasn't enough budget to get it done right.
I reaaaaally like how it looks once it's on there, way more than I expected. That said between the material mismatch, angle/light not lining up, and removing the functional trunk button, can't say I'm dying to install this one myself. could maybe live with 1 or 2 out of the three lol.
Thanks for doing this! I saw photos of it and thought about it but now seeing it and hearing your feedback I’m going to pass. It’s a great idea just needs more tweaking.
I know a lot of people were waiting for this mod, thanks for the review. I think I like stock better. The lines for this car aren't flat enough for a bar light, like the NSX. You're doing the GR86 community a service by reviewing all these products for us. ♥️
It’s a cool idea and reminds me of the current generation Lexus IS but I think the execution was a little of some suggestion that I have for it is to have a better finish on the plastic and incorporating the trunk button onto it so it still retains the oem function
When 911.992 comes with the light bar a few years ago, I think the light bar design looks cool. It works on the 911. However, now the UX has it, the avalon has it, the accord has it, everyone has it... And in most cases, it just looks... lame. When I get my 86 earlier last year, I feel like there should be a light bar. Over the year, seeing all the new cars come with a poorly designed light bar. I am tired of it. 4th brake light is good enough. Any more light in the back just makes it look busy.
It does look pretty good but between loosing the trunk button, the kind of rough fit, and then having to repin the wiring just makes this seem like its at best a rushed product that needs some more QC and redesign.
Thanks for the great review! I guess I would wait for a better one. I can see it now. They are going to come out with one that has the trunk button and the lights flow right or left depending on which turn signal is used.
I think tinting or however you can match the finish to the tail lights it would look good but seems like alot of work for the gaps to to still exist like you were talking about
Tough call, this one for easier installation and no permanent alteration of the housing, or the alpharex for retaining a working trunk button. hard to find a comparison of fit and finish of both vs stock trim. Given the more difficult installation, hoping the alpharex maybe has a better installed appearance? Anyone here know? I guess Grazio does one too but it looks to have the same problems.
It would be awesome if you could get your hands on a set of hks hipermax R coilovers. Literally no one has done a review on them and it would be cool as hell to see you give your feedback.
As much as I would love to test a set of hipermax Rs I just don't have the means right now. I have tested the Hipermax S and I was very impressed so I'd like to think the Rs are very good.
its a cool idea, but i dont like how it sticks out from the body... plus not compatible with oem hardware & didnt come with hardware AND you had to re-pin the wiring! so I'd call that a fail.
Hey Kevin, could you please make a video on how to Install and change the colors of the AEM sidemarkers? I know you have a video up but it’s only the basic install and I’m having trouble changing the color to have them white instead of amber
@@australianwi-fi my issue with the sidemarkers is that they’re currently amber and to turn it white, you have to splice the wires and then connect it to the DRLs but I’m not sure exactly how it’s supposed to connect to it, I thought about doing it and testing it out but also not wanting to try it due to potentially messing up the sidemarker, I’m still a beginner with working on my car so I’m not wanting to mess it up and then having to buy another pair
Lol i don’t why US market was so downgrade I have all that’s tail look same not the one you having also I have front headlight and my interior is totally look nicer too ( From Japan)
Hey Kevin, I am currently trying to rebuild a gr86 as it is my dream car. Happily won it at auction for really cheap around 7k with fees so I am really stoked to get started. I do have some question regarding the headlights. I have noticed that the BRZ headlights are more cheaper than the GR86 headlights, and I was wondering if they both fit universally with one another. Thanks!
Vibes are off with these trunk brake light. It looks like the civic/charger backend not a good look. A long light connecting one tail lights to another is just not a good look imo, a bit too much imo.
I was waiting, had it in my cart. I think that finish and gap turned me off from it. Maybe some black tint over the whole thing would fix that finish if the tint stuck. Hoping there's a higher quality one coming to market. Thanks for highlighting that, Kevin!
Happy to help!
It's ok. If someone likes the style and wants to be different, ok, but the amount of work, rewiring and routing, I wouldn't do it. I love that you can give 100% honest reviews on your channel!
I think it looks sweet! Maybe another version or iteration can improve upon it, like a smaller gap and better plastic finish. Would love to see it in the dark.
just made my night uploading especially these gr86 build video. Keep up the great videos
I do what I can!
Kevin, get a few sheets of rigid foam insulation and put them on your ceiling to help hold the heat in! For the price of this brake light you could have it covered.
I always appreciate your honest takes on the products you try. Some might see it as nitpicking but no, things like the plastic finish and the light bar not quite lining up would absolutely bother me too. That said, I still think this is a cool look overall as long as you don't examine too closely. I've seen some full brake light kits that come with that trunk light. If a decent one of those comes along I'd probably go that route.
I'm glad I don't have to bite my tongue!
Looks great! It would have been nice too to see it under complete darkness. It doesn’t appear super bright. Nice addition tho! 😍
Loved the end, super cool to see a great showcase of the product but then getting your honest opinion
That looks good. I think personally, I like the lower 4th brake light I put in my RS1 FRS.
I also don't like that the LED itself has a different color tone than the OEM Taillights
Still waiting for the valentis to be released🤩
I'm waiting too!!
The idea is cool and how it works looks great! But I can see that it doesn't make the lights a continuous beam. Maybe if there's an aftermarket tail light set that extends that extra half inch to the light bar, I think that will tie it together very well.
But thanks for walking us through the process!
I saw something like this a few months ago. I liked it visually at a distance, because photos don't really show details like plastic finish and alignment. Now that you've shown that, I don't really want one until someone else has made a better version. The finish might be fixable with some plastic polish, some sandpaper, polishing pads, a drill, and some careful patience. The alignment issue is a bit of a turn off. It's bad enough that the trunk button isn't usable, but it seems like the product was rushed, or there wasn't enough budget to get it done right.
I reaaaaally like how it looks once it's on there, way more than I expected. That said between the material mismatch, angle/light not lining up, and removing the functional trunk button, can't say I'm dying to install this one myself. could maybe live with 1 or 2 out of the three lol.
I’m buying a brz at the end of the year and your channel alone has made me decide to drop a bit of money on mods
Thanks for doing this! I saw photos of it and thought about it but now seeing it and hearing your feedback I’m going to pass. It’s a great idea just needs more tweaking.
Those mats are nice. I've had them in my Focus ST for 4+ years. They still look good even after daily use and plenty of grime kept off my carpet.
I had them for my WRX but for some reason i have caps on mine and i don't think they're removable
I kinda wish it had those fancy flashing options when you step on the brake too, idk why but I enjoy that effect.
Step on the brake will show brighter light.i noticed that in the video
I know a lot of people were waiting for this mod, thanks for the review. I think I like stock better. The lines for this car aren't flat enough for a bar light, like the NSX. You're doing the GR86 community a service by reviewing all these products for us. ♥️
This is EXACTLY what the stock look should have always been
It’s neat be cool if it had some kind of animation when braking like the 4th brake light on previous gens
It’s a cool idea and reminds me of the current generation Lexus IS but I think the execution was a little of some suggestion that I have for it is to have a better finish on the plastic and incorporating the trunk button onto it so it still retains the oem function
Oof that would bug me to no end. I really want the trunk brake light, looks incomplete without it😮💨 I appreciate your honesty.
Thank you Kevin for everything you do!!! You're amazing.
I appreciate that!
Looks soooooo much cleaner!!!! Thank you K-Voo! I will def be picking this up 😍😍 You can probably wrap the top trim gloss black 😊
Yeah, it shouldn't be hard to wrap it black!
@@KevinVo since youre a pro and all with wrapping 😁
It very nice I like your opinion about header jdl or otl also can you change the standard manual transmission for another
Crazy crazy weather. We getting hail and all in Southern California.
One of your best videos. End was a little fast forwarded but overall great production!
Very nice video even tho you.were rushing. Thanks for making everything in detail.
The day has come for the trunk light
Looks great, just wished it was more polished and somehow didn’t delete the trunk button, I bet it looks kick ass driving it in the night though
Best install
Love it, but its very ND miata like with the runner light. Great install as always!
Toyobaru should make it light up in the first place . like why connect two taillights together but made it black and not even reflect lights🤣
When 911.992 comes with the light bar a few years ago, I think the light bar design looks cool. It works on the 911. However, now the UX has it, the avalon has it, the accord has it, everyone has it... And in most cases, it just looks... lame. When I get my 86 earlier last year, I feel like there should be a light bar. Over the year, seeing all the new cars come with a poorly designed light bar. I am tired of it. 4th brake light is good enough. Any more light in the back just makes it look busy.
Looks good. Not being able to use oem screws and then not providing screw is a turn off tho.
It does look pretty good but between loosing the trunk button, the kind of rough fit, and then having to repin the wiring just makes this seem like its at best a rushed product that needs some more QC and redesign.
The angle of the light would bother me too. Appreciate the install video
I have a feeling toyota is going to incorporate a light like this in their next facelift
Ah, you got the ice storm too?
Damn it got delivered quick!
That looks good!
It looks cool but I think it’s a 10 footer. I’d consider if they polish it up a bit and develop further
I dig it a lot but I understand the gripes. 🙌
Cool thanks for the install and review
i wish the first gen could get an aftermarket light bar. it looks so good
Thanks for the great review! I guess I would wait for a better one. I can see it now. They are going to come out with one that has the trunk button and the lights flow right or left depending on which turn signal is used.
New t-shirt idea- lol “that’s a 10 Kevin” 😂
I think tinting or however you can match the finish to the tail lights it would look good but seems like alot of work for the gaps to to still exist like you were talking about
I've been waiting for this! I'd prefer if it also did turn signal blinking, though
Let’s see it in the dark with some rollers.
Sweet upgrade
Okay I need one now
Good beta product. With some encouragement, hopefully they'll make a better version.
To each their own. Awesome build bro!
It looks really good! I wouldn't take it off!
Another excellent vid! Keep it up man!!
I’ve been waiting for this one 🔥
Wait no longer!!
Tough call, this one for easier installation and no permanent alteration of the housing, or the alpharex for retaining a working trunk button.
hard to find a comparison of fit and finish of both vs stock trim.
Given the more difficult installation, hoping the alpharex maybe has a better installed appearance? Anyone here know?
I guess Grazio does one too but it looks to have the same problems.
I would honestly love to see these with the valenti tail lights! but I can't seem to find any info on the them yet.
Me toooo. Let me know if you find anything
They're not currently released yet, still a few months out.
@Kevin Vo some other brands really teased us with some good looking taillights this year. Absolutely looking foward to grab one
It would be awesome if you could get your hands on a set of hks hipermax R coilovers. Literally no one has done a review on them and it would be cool as hell to see you give your feedback.
As much as I would love to test a set of hipermax Rs I just don't have the means right now. I have tested the Hipermax S and I was very impressed so I'd like to think the Rs are very good.
Very cool
I really like the look ❤❤❤❤
It looks pretty cool, though the poor alignment and unfinished plastic is obvious and would probably annoy me.
Looks sick af
I think it looks cool!
Great work
I think that the concept is good, but the execution is lacking. It needs to flow better with the stock tails.
love it!!
"When you buy stuff on eBay in China" - K.VO
its a cool idea, but i dont like how it sticks out from the body... plus not compatible with oem hardware & didnt come with hardware AND you had to re-pin the wiring! so I'd call that a fail.
Just installed it but it only turns on while braking and not while the car is running any idea how to fix this?
Looks nice.
It does!
Cool
Would have been cool if it faded out towards the center, then they could have left the trunk button
Hey Kevin, could you please make a video on how to Install and change the colors of the AEM sidemarkers? I know you have a video up but it’s only the basic install and I’m having trouble changing the color to have them white instead of amber
I don't how else he could elaborate, it's all in that video which you've apparently already seen. What exactly do you need help with?
@@australianwi-fi my issue with the sidemarkers is that they’re currently amber and to turn it white, you have to splice the wires and then connect it to the DRLs but I’m not sure exactly how it’s supposed to connect to it, I thought about doing it and testing it out but also not wanting to try it due to potentially messing up the sidemarker, I’m still a beginner with working on my car so I’m not wanting to mess it up and then having to buy another pair
Pick yourself up a set of these taps and you can use them to tap into the wire that I believe I pointed out in that video. amzn.to/3krilJK
The fact it doesn’t match the plastic on the car or the same colour as the lights is disappointing, but it’s a cool concept.
Kevin!
HELLO!
Intec taillights
Lol i don’t why US market was so downgrade I have all that’s tail look same not the one you having also I have front headlight and my interior is totally look nicer too ( From Japan)
Hey Kevin, I am currently trying to rebuild a gr86 as it is my dream car. Happily won it at auction for really cheap around 7k with fees so I am really stoked to get started. I do have some question regarding the headlights. I have noticed that the BRZ headlights are more cheaper than the GR86 headlights, and I was wondering if they both fit universally with one another. Thanks!
I like the look, but the trunk button is a deal breaker for me.
Agreed
buy a light kevin 😂
No. Lack of button is a serious oversight (I don't always have the fob to hand) and the overall finish/alignment is poor. Makes the car look cheap.
I personally don’t like it, but everybody is different.
hey kevin do you still have these on the car? if so hows it holding up?
No I took it off and sold it as I wasn't a big fan.
Hey Kevin, doesn't Alpharex have one of these trunk lights now? Have you tried it? Does Driven Media carry it? Maybe I'm wrong lol
Yes, no, and yes! I will have a video for it eventually!
@@KevinVoSick! Can't wait to see that. Hope your move is going well! 💪
You’re a ten Kevin ;)
But how's the induction noise with the new intake?!?
I haven't driven it yet.
@@KevinVo Mother of god....
Vibes are off with these trunk brake light. It looks like the civic/charger backend not a good look. A long light connecting one tail lights to another is just not a good look imo, a bit too much imo.
i think its a nice look but is a little to much for me
Not Meta
i wanna see this at night
Not including new screws that fit the new part is so dumb. Seriously why?
I dont mind it. Buut its not something i eould put on mine. Just not my style.
$2200? Gotta be a typo.
They're probably out of stock so raised the price so people don't order.
Too much work for the average guy!
Looks soooo cheap, take it off plz😂