Handy power

Autotrader have it as a UK 2.5 but Crossroad's own website lists it as a JDM spec C 2.0L?

 

The car advertised is a JDM spec C not as stated a uk 2.5. I think Cross Roads have to use a "standard Subaru template" to advertise things on their website as they are a Subaru dealer. I have seen and been out in this car and i can confirm it is an absolute weapon! It's had massive engine upgrades including a new turbo, suspension and brakes to be honest can't remember everything. The CR465 on the side stands for CrossRoads 465bhp. If you wNt the full spec give them a call they are easy to talk and deal with have used them for years

 

I think they depreciate because not many people know much about the Alpinas. Being pricey new and a bit hit & miss 2nd hand means potentially big depreciation. The D3 does seem to be the most big selling Alpina there's ever been though...

 

Booked my 330s in for its first service and asked if it needed an ECU update and was told no it was only the 1.5's - is this right?

 

Got to say that the CR465 looks great - well set up stance, be interested in full spec.

 

Spent a day out in the 465 a few weeks ago, it is indeed a weapon. suspension is AST's and whiteline.

If you call the garage they'll happily reel it off to you.

Will try and get them to send it me tomorrow and put some more pictures up if anyone's interested.

 

Drumsterphil.......... Thanks for the pics how did you get around the air bag light or fo those seats have them?
Thanks

 

No it's not right. Subaru have unfortunately not handled the re-flash situation very well. May be worth ringing I.M direct and see what they say.

 

 

Looks the same lik emy WRX! Whats the colorcode on that one C6Z? If you ever want to rmove that front grille WRX badge, I'm your guy!!

 

Vent pod arived today from monkeybone Racing

Front side is OEM mat grey (to match the AV panel)

BUT

The rear face is gloss piano black (which will match my smoked dials nicely)

So I'm getting a nail file on the unfinished edges and will prob install it reversed... plus fix some acoustic speaker cloth over the vents, just to opaque them a bit without restricting airflow.

I was also thinking of a row of vertical knocklink leds up the centre

 

Piece of black insulation tape over the light sorts it a treat......

 

Re the 330S question above :

My main dealer said the car needed a service recall - when pressed said it was the ECU flash.
No sign of it being done, service manager said "

Ref your queries all the 330S STi s with the PPP kit have a safe version ECU"
and
"Please find attached a copy or the relevant section of the recall due on the STI

The purpose of this bulletin is to advise a new service campaign applicable to 08MY Impreza STi within a specified VIN range.

This does not apply to vehicles supplied as standard with a Prodrive performance pack (PPP) or those with a PPP fitted as an accessory upgrade

Hope this puts your mind at rest."


So my 330S wasn't done on this basis.


I had said
"I'm a bit worried now for the engine, especially as you said my ECU was OK but so were the ones in the link!

Can you confirm in writing please that, at the 5000 miles it was when it came in :

The ECU was checked as per the service recall bulletin,
That the ECU had the most recent code ( which is deemed safe by Subaru / IM / Prodrive ) and provide the version number on the ECU map code
Whether you flashed the ECU with new code and what that date / version would be.
The ECU information should be retained in the Laptop used to talk to the car / ECU via the OBD2 port.

I don't want to have the worry of a failed engine hanging over me every time I go on boost.... didn't buy the car to drive in I mode and cruise at 50 mph.

 

I've tried to get a Subaru dealer, any Subaru dealer to admit to this problem, and tell me what has been done to cure the problem, without any success. Surprise surprise.

Today I called Subaru UK technical services and a guy explained the problem to me.

My interpretation of was he said the problem is / was:

Early ECUs cut off fuel very suddenly when the engines reach the rev-limiter, so effectively the engine is one moment running with full fuel then no fuel, so the engines suddenly run lean, eventually leading to pistol failure. If the engine is frequently pushed to the rev limiter.

The modified ECU / ECU map doesn't cut fuel quite as sharp at the rev-limiter, so the engine doesn't run lean so suddenly, although he did say constantly taking the engine to the rev-limiter could potentially still cause problems.

I'm sure the above explanation is much simplified from what actually happens.

Please consider I have not rebuild and engine since I had an RS2000 in the 1980's.

D

 

Thanks for the above.

 

Here we go - wheels now fitted -

 

looks good phil !!!!!

wish i could make my mind up which wheels to put on mine

 

mine sparkey

 

phil, looks great mate


just need them chrome fender badges swapped for the R25 ones

 

Nice rims ! a bit like the 11 spoke Speedlines - except an extra spoke !

As my engine build has begun, I've started a thread on
http://subaruhatch.forumotion.com/me...-last-t177.htm
if anyone is interested !

Also have a fabulous set of Sti (std) pistons a rods available for a modest sum !! Rods OK for up to about 400BHP (pistons come free with rods !).

 

you mean these sorry excuses for engine parts hahaha


Just started my own self build, Pride myself on doing all the work myself so make it more of a proper project car on my part

 

What spec are you going for ?
Gave up DIY when I got the first scoob - thought it safer to leave it to those with experience/training My engineering degree is well past its sell by date !
Used to do Mini engine & g boxes back in 60's, Lotus and VW in the 70's, but Scoobies too complex for me to do reliably at these BHP's!!

Replying on the GR8 forum - too much to reply on both !!!! lol

 

Put My spec on the GR forum lol I'm Trained so its all good as I'm a Subaru Vehicle Technician for my day job haha

 

Excellent - I'd DIY it if I was lucky enough to have your training. As it is it would be instant suicide on the engine if I tried
Bet you can't wait to get back from holiday to get started

 

Still selling H&S exhaust if anyone is interested yawn yawn LOL

 

Started...... lol I've Built most of it in the living room tonight haha just the pistons to drop in now.

Block Cleaned Up & Bores Honed out


Crankshaft all Polished & Cleaned up


Block Ready To receive New Bearings


Manley H-Beams Fitted to the Crankshaft


Close up of the Conrods


ACL Race Bearings fitted to the Block


Crankshaft Fitted To the Block.










Bores with the Manleys just sticking through



ARP Uprated Headstuds Fitted

 

great pics - good start !
How many hours do you reckon it will take to build the engine (ready to drop in) ?

 

Subaru State 14hrs taking it from the car stripping it rebuilding it and installing it back in again. now where the hell they get that stupid time from i dunno.

2 hrs to get it out the car at a push

I spent 3 hrs stripping it and cleaning everything up I.E gasket surfaces and all the crap inside the block.

then Ive spent roughly 3-4 hrs just to build it all up to that stage, Ive had to grind the inside of the block casing out a touch to allow the conrods to pass freely as they were catching quite badly.

just the pistons to drop in now when I remember to bring the tool home to clamp the rings in.
then swap my heads over and refit it to my car and hope for the best. 1000 mile run in to do so must resist full power runs haha

 

10 mins then !
let us know how it goes + more pics

 

Nice to see your getting on with it Rob.

Are the pictures after you relieved the block for the conrod bolts, if so there not to bad, iv'e taken more out than that to clear.