Update #9 - GR86 / BRZ High-Capacity Oil Pan: 2026 Production Update and Additive Manufactured Prototype

The first production batch of our high-capacity oil pan for the FA24 Toyota GR86 and Subaru BRZ has sold out. Demand was stronger than initially forecast, and we are currently working with our vendor to procure a second batch. Customers with existing orders will receive either shipping confirmation or an update on expected fulfillment timing. New orders placed now will be part of the second batch.

Pricing will remain at the current level until the details of the second production batch are confirmed and inventory is available. Once supply is established, pricing is expected to move to the planned MSRP. The immediate priority is to fulfill remaining first-batch orders, communicate timelines clearly, and secure additional production capacity for customers waiting on the next run.

In parallel, we have continued development on an additive manufactured version of the FA24 oil pan. This prototype uses the same external shape as the cast version, which means the current compatibility list remains the same. The advantage of additive manufacturing is that we can use a thinner wall section than the cast part, reducing weight while increasing usable oil volume.

Compared with the cast pan, the additive manufactured version is approximately 700 grams, or about 1.5 lb, lighter. It also holds roughly 200 ml more oil, bringing the total increase over the stock pan to approximately 1.6 L, or 1.7 qt. This version is aimed at drivers looking for the highest level of oiling margin on track, especially on circuits with long, sustained right-hand corners such as COTA, Road Atlanta, and Shannonville.

Because of the manufacturing process, the additive manufactured pan would cost significantly more than the cast version. It is not intended to replace the standard production pan for most customers. Instead, it is being evaluated as a higher-end option for drivers who want maximum performance with minimal compromise. We are currently gauging demand before deciding how to proceed.

We are also working on additional fitment options, including an FA20 version for the first-generation BRZ / FR-S / 86 platform. The current development target is compatibility with the OEM 2017+ refreshed first-generation headers. We are also looking at a variation compatible with the HKS catted header, based on feedback from customers who prefer or require a catted setup.

If you are interested in the additive manufactured FA24 oil pan, an FA20 version, or a specific header-compatible variation, contact us. Customer feedback and demand will help determine which development paths make sense for future production.