Just wondering what turbo should be on my car. Had a look at it yesterday when i was trying to find my oil leak and noticed it was a IHI VF22. Had a look on the Owens devlopments website and it says that its a competition turbo

 

Turbo Info - Subaru Impreza Drivers Club

 

So was my turbo standard or upgrade only?

 

Looks as if it may be original ?


IHI VF22
(490cfm at 18.0psi, 250-325whp, Bolt-On)
This is the standard equipment turbocharger used on the JDM V3 Subaru Impreza WRX and optional on the JDM Subaru Impreza WRX STi 22b. Of all the IHI models, the VF22 has the largest potential for peak horsepower, and is capable of supporting the highest boost levels. It is capable of running up to 25 psi. The VF22 is a roller bearing turbo that utilizes the P20 exhaust housing.
Expect to achieve full boost with the proper mods and a quality tune between 3200-3700rpms. 2002-2005 WRX owners will need fuel upgrades for this turbocharger and proper engine management is highly recommended for all

 

Looks like it's time to get the power up a bit then
Cheers guys

 

How could i increase the boost level on my car then. Because if the turbo is capable of 2bar+,was thinking about running it a 1.2 or 1.5bar. Only running 0.8bar at the min according to my boost gauge. Or am i asking for trouble?

 

not as easy as that fella you need to have fuel pump/ injectors remap ect to run 1.5 bar

 

Better get saving then