Wisefab Front Lock Kit for Lexus IS Rear Rack, Toyota 86 / Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S (WF8602)

GT86-platform front angle kit that moves the steering rack out from under the front crossmember, where the boxer engine forces a poor position for drifting. The relocated rack also leaves room for a boxer, an inline-six, a V8 or another swap.

Fits

• Toyota 86 (ZN6): First generation; Wisefab does not list the second-generation GR86/BRZ
• Scion FR-S (ZN6): First generation; Wisefab does not list the second-generation GR86/BRZ
• Subaru BRZ (ZC6): First generation; Wisefab does not list the second-generation GR86/BRZ

Before you order

• Replaces the factory electric power steering: you must source a first-generation Lexus IS (XE10, 1998-2005) hydraulic steering rack. The kit includes the rack insert and crossmember supports.
• The front subframe needs DIY cutting and welding. Wisefab's manual is written for a left-hand-drive rack; for a right-hand-drive rack the templates, cuts and brackets are mirrored.
• Wisefab notes the factory engine mounts cannot be used with the modified subframe.
• Coilovers required. Depending on wheel width and offset, wider fenders or flares will be needed.
• Because of the BRZ's wide engine bay, Wisefab recommends tires no larger than 605 mm diameter (for example 225/40R17, 225/35R18). With tires up to 635 mm at a lowered ride height, the inner wheel wells need light trimming.
• Minimum wheel size 17 in, 18 in recommended. Backspacing 135-140 mm (7 in ET45, 8 in ET35, 9 in ET25).
• The original wheel speed sensor can be reused.

Highlights

• 62 degrees of lock with parallel steering
• Ackermann adjustable toward positive in a few minutes at the track without upsetting the alignment (hardware included)
• About 7 kg lighter than the factory parts: 7075-T6 billet CNC knuckles and arms with double-shear joints
• Lowered ball joint raises the front roll centre, so the front anti-roll bar can be removed
• Camber control, bump steer and steering jacking tuned for high steering angles
• CrMo rod ends and spherical bearings in place of factory bushings

In the kit

• Pre-set lower control arms
• Knuckles with hardware
• Assembled tie rods
• Pre-set coilover top mounts
• Rack relocation kit
• Crossmember supports
• Installation guide