08/09 Hatches, Stand up and show yourselves!!!
28 January 2011, 11:29 AM
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You would only be looking a the back anyway,So I wouldn't worry to much about how good the Hatch looks LOL So what car did you say you drive?? All you Hatchback owners stand up a show off this great car ;-) cheers All.....Ian
28 January 2011, 01:12 PM
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I know there has been some doubt over directional tyres on the hatch but has anyone used Toyo T1R's, they seem to be really good value, around £550 a set (+fitting etc)!
28 January 2011, 01:50 PM
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I'm still thinking about spacers to push the wheels out, 20mm should do it nicely! Comment on the safety of them???? They are available in 15, 20,22,25 and are far cheaper than a full set of wheels but the end result looks the same. Cheers Ian
28 January 2011, 02:06 PM
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I have no problem with spacers or the safety of them (recognised manufacturer and hubcentric such as Eibach and H+R). I was thinking of trying a 15mm one with the 330s wheels but i'd have to change to longer studs (bolt on ones such as the CDF Racing ones are min 20mm) which look like a PITA to change.
28 January 2011, 02:10 PM
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Pop ScoobyL a pm, he had 20mm spacers on his hatch and worked quite closely with a CDF to get them right as his initial set did not fit.
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28 January 2011, 02:22 PM
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You'll need to get the alignment re-adjusted post fitment.. Mine was like a dog after.
Once fitted (piece of cake to fit, just need a socket set for the spacer lugs) there was slightly more tram-lining but very sure footed.
I checked the lugs every 2 weeks but they never came lose...
Looks wise it was way better.
Once fitted (piece of cake to fit, just need a socket set for the spacer lugs) there was slightly more tram-lining but very sure footed.
I checked the lugs every 2 weeks but they never came lose...
Looks wise it was way better.
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28 January 2011, 04:26 PM
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Mine is a tad lower so I reckon I'd have problems with 35o/s.
Current favourite is the Arcasting 18 x 9" (!) Iain L fitted to his latest Hatch. Look really good. Must find out what o/s......
Current favourite is the Arcasting 18 x 9" (!) Iain L fitted to his latest Hatch. Look really good. Must find out what o/s......
28 January 2011, 05:13 PM
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Hatch STi on a budget
After a disastrous start to hatch ownership when my engine let go within the 2nd month , I now have the car finally as I want it.
Parts have been sourced either via the forums or overseas, and all for under £300 !!
Future plans maybe a remap when the warranty’s out
Front lip & grill
Tints
Splash guards
Boost gauge
iPhone mount
Parts have been sourced either via the forums or overseas, and all for under £300 !!
Future plans maybe a remap when the warranty’s out
Front lip & grill
Tints
Splash guards
Boost gauge
iPhone mount
28 January 2011, 06:25 PM
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LOL thats why I didn't want to go for classic again... you get the 'wrong type' buying £1500 cars
I'm thinking of getting a £25 Mp3 player and connecting up with the RYW connections, then the Vid can go through the screen.
something like this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/PHILIPS-SA1VBE...73022529944703
then use these..
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BELKIN-DIGITAL...58479235242025
28 January 2011, 08:14 PM
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The pod is a subaru lamco pod mount that i got second hnd of here, modified with a dremel to fit one of these
http://www.rspec.co.uk/index.php?mai..._image&pID=715
i get some better pics up but it does look factory....
http://www.rspec.co.uk/index.php?mai..._image&pID=715
i get some better pics up but it does look factory....
28 January 2011, 08:39 PM
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ok k i'm sorry...
28 January 2011, 09:10 PM
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Been watching the sales closely for months and seriously thought about it for myself.
Instead i went for this 330s, picking her up tomorrow too & cant wait...... as i was saying Phil aka salsa king i feel your pain lol
28 January 2011, 09:36 PM
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mmm that gives a bit piece of mind 54000 that means mine should last a bit more before blowing up
28 January 2011, 09:45 PM
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StrikE
lol
12hrs to go for me. being picked up at 8am.. to drive 1.5hrs to pick it up.
Didn't reaslise you were getting one too!! thats the one up at S&S in Ayr isn't it? it has the rear parking sensors on it?
lol
12hrs to go for me. being picked up at 8am.. to drive 1.5hrs to pick it up.
Didn't reaslise you were getting one too!! thats the one up at S&S in Ayr isn't it? it has the rear parking sensors on it?
