08/09 Hatches, Stand up and show yourselves!!!
29 April 2012, 11:30 AM
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Well as its to wet to wash the car have sat in the garage and cleaned up wheels, brake dust cleared, polished and protected with poorboys wheel sealant, and while at it fitted my new TPI steel nuts and lockers. Went for red, initially not impressed with the colour as very dark, however once on really pleased as vey subtle.
Not expensive so will see how they fair but so far so good!
Not expensive so will see how they fair but so far so good!
29 April 2012, 11:51 AM
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www.thelugshack.com is were mine originated from
heres the link
http://www.lugshack.com/Black_McGard..._p/65554bk.htm
heres the link
http://www.lugshack.com/Black_McGard..._p/65554bk.htm
Most of these sellers listed above state only for aftermarket wheels ( Tuner wheels ) - I assume they are OK on the Std 18" STi wheels ( and 17" STi wheels too ? )
Who does the STi ones, just SUbaru in the UK, usual Japan sellers?
Thanks
29 April 2012, 12:09 PM
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My STi has morphed into a 2.0 D Forrester
So, my PPP equipped MY09 STi Type UK has been dropped off at the dealers. The plan is to whip the engine out to investigate the heavy oil consumption. I've been experiencing usage as high as 1ltr for every tank of fuel (so approx 260miles).
The dealer thinks it 'might' be the dreaded piston ring failure that seems to have affected the early cars. I'm hoping that the warranty is honoured (it expires at the end of May!).
Meanwhile, the dealer has lent me a boggo Forrester 2.0D to bod about in. Have to say, even though much of the switchgear is shared with my STi, it is has a very different vibe. Must say rolling on 16 inch wheels with a massive 65 aspect sidewall makes you realise the how much we sacrifice to the gods of speed, handling and braking (running 18s with 35s). Instead of crawling over speed bumps the Forrester positively sails over them. The downside is that it is all at sea when you throw it into a corner or two. If I had one I would have to lower it like this.
The dealer thinks it 'might' be the dreaded piston ring failure that seems to have affected the early cars. I'm hoping that the warranty is honoured (it expires at the end of May!).
Meanwhile, the dealer has lent me a boggo Forrester 2.0D to bod about in. Have to say, even though much of the switchgear is shared with my STi, it is has a very different vibe. Must say rolling on 16 inch wheels with a massive 65 aspect sidewall makes you realise the how much we sacrifice to the gods of speed, handling and braking (running 18s with 35s). Instead of crawling over speed bumps the Forrester positively sails over them. The downside is that it is all at sea when you throw it into a corner or two. If I had one I would have to lower it like this.
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29 April 2012, 12:14 PM
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As mentioned if you "register" then with McGard Germany, if the finish starts to break down, they will replace them FOC as they have a lifetime guarantee.
Still have my chrome ones from 2000, having had various ones replaced over the years after tyre fitters etc have used a torque gun on them.
You can buy from McGard direct but it works out cheaper to import. from the US.
The STi branded ones, AFAIK, only available from Japan as expensive (don't think anyone imports them now)
29 April 2012, 01:41 PM
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29 April 2012, 02:10 PM
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29 April 2012, 02:20 PM
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29 April 2012, 03:18 PM
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It was good to me you to Apostle.
had a good run home and been busy polishing the tail pipes all afternoon and they have come up like new
just cannot wait to get it fitted now. As discussed probs gonna wait a while to fit other sections and for a remap (how brave or stupid am i). Will give Harvey Smiths garage a ring first thing Monday and see about fitting 
Will post a few pics once fitted etc.
Thanks again
Nosbor.
had a good run home and been busy polishing the tail pipes all afternoon and they have come up like new
just cannot wait to get it fitted now. As discussed probs gonna wait a while to fit other sections and for a remap (how brave or stupid am i). Will give Harvey Smiths garage a ring first thing Monday and see about fitting Will post a few pics once fitted etc.
Thanks again
Nosbor.
29 April 2012, 06:09 PM
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The boiling point of water increases when the water is placed under pressure, Higher pressure = higher boiling point
When the fluid in the cooling system heats up, it expands, causing the pressure to build up. The cap is the only place where this pressure can escape, so the setting of the spring on the cap determines the maximum pressure in the cooling system. When the pressure reaches 1.1 bar or 1.3 bar, the pressure pushes the valve open, allowing coolant to escape from the cooling system. This coolant flows through the overflow tube into the bottom of the overflow tank. This arrangement keeps air out of the system. When the radiator cools back down, a vacuum is created in the cooling system that pulls open another spring loaded valve, sucking water back in from the bottom of the overflow tank to replace the water that was expelled.
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29 April 2012, 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Don Clark
You would be lowering the pressure at which the rad cap lifts
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29 April 2012, 08:32 PM
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I never said anything about changing the radiator cap itself, some confusion here in the way I've obviously wrote this, that not everyone has got, In general meaning I was on about the header tank cap, By changing this to a 1.3bar instead of the 1.1 bar cap you are increasing the pressure. Correct !!
Sti japan wouldn't produce these if they thought they were a waste of time, they spend a lot of time developing these items.
Sti japan
Sti japan wouldn't produce these if they thought they were a waste of time, they spend a lot of time developing these items.
Sti japan
The STI Radiator Cap increases the pressure rating to provide improved cooling performance under extreme conditions and improves the engine bay appearance.
Increased pressure rating for improved cooling
High quality construction with increased durability
STI Logo in trademark pink
Increased pressure rating for improved cooling
High quality construction with increased durability
STI Logo in trademark pink
29 April 2012, 08:36 PM
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Vehicle driven quite hard or on track, By means of increasing the pressure within the cooling system you are then in turn increasing the boiling point of the coolant contained within. Basically improving thermal efficiency allowing the coolant to be more stable at higher temperatures.
29 April 2012, 08:40 PM
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And for anyone who is interested, the radiator in the hatch is quite a weak point when you start to push them hard. 16mm thick so less volume of coolant circulating. previous model 07 25mm thick, same height same width as the hatch, you can soon recirculate the entire volume of coolant very quick as I've monitored on my gauges.
01 May 2012, 01:53 AM
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I been thinking the same myself lately especially with V POWER being £1.50 a litre.
From my understanding it's safe to do so as long as the car is in regular use.
Don't drive the R205 enough to use Meth so might do it on the S204.
From my understanding it's safe to do so as long as the car is in regular use.
Don't drive the R205 enough to use Meth so might do it on the S204.
01 May 2012, 02:13 AM
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Hi all, need to fit a jdm electric mirror to my hatch but wiring loom is different. I know there's instructions on fitting on this forum but unable to find. Can anyone help please?
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01 May 2012, 06:03 AM
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So with all the diff suppliers of methanol ranging from £225 per 205lt down to less than £90... Is all methanol the same ?
They all claim 99.5% purity, some say that for engine use it should come in brand new containers only ( not cleaned and reused ones), and are these plastic pumps lockable or once connected just a squeeze and it's out. Thinking of a little bit of security...
If using the 60lt or even 25lt containers - do they just pour out (and splash everywhere) or can attachments be bought for them too.
Yes with v power at 150 pence - methanol at 66 p (60lt container) or 44p (205lt container) will save at least five pounds per tank I reckon, run a little cooler, & give a bit more oomph.
Still not too sure if I want a smelly jerry can sliding around in the boot. Is there such a thing as a "nice" jerry can with built in nozzle, all self contained ? Anyone ?
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They all claim 99.5% purity, some say that for engine use it should come in brand new containers only ( not cleaned and reused ones), and are these plastic pumps lockable or once connected just a squeeze and it's out. Thinking of a little bit of security...
If using the 60lt or even 25lt containers - do they just pour out (and splash everywhere) or can attachments be bought for them too.
Yes with v power at 150 pence - methanol at 66 p (60lt container) or 44p (205lt container) will save at least five pounds per tank I reckon, run a little cooler, & give a bit more oomph.
Still not too sure if I want a smelly jerry can sliding around in the boot. Is there such a thing as a "nice" jerry can with built in nozzle, all self contained ? Anyone ?
A
01 May 2012, 07:52 AM
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01 May 2012, 07:13 PM
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So with all the diff suppliers of methanol ranging from £225 per 205lt down to less than £90... Is all methanol the same ?
They all claim 99.5% purity, some say that for engine use it should come in brand new containers only ( not cleaned and reused ones), and are these plastic pumps lockable or once connected just a squeeze and it's out. Thinking of a little bit of security...
If using the 60lt or even 25lt containers - do they just pour out (and splash everywhere) or can attachments be bought for them too.
Yes with v power at 150 pence - methanol at 66 p (60lt container) or 44p (205lt container) will save at least five pounds per tank I reckon, run a little cooler, & give a bit more oomph.
Still not too sure if I want a smelly jerry can sliding around in the boot. Is there such a thing as a "nice" jerry can with built in nozzle, all self contained ? Anyone ?
A
They all claim 99.5% purity, some say that for engine use it should come in brand new containers only ( not cleaned and reused ones), and are these plastic pumps lockable or once connected just a squeeze and it's out. Thinking of a little bit of security...
If using the 60lt or even 25lt containers - do they just pour out (and splash everywhere) or can attachments be bought for them too.
Yes with v power at 150 pence - methanol at 66 p (60lt container) or 44p (205lt container) will save at least five pounds per tank I reckon, run a little cooler, & give a bit more oomph.
Still not too sure if I want a smelly jerry can sliding around in the boot. Is there such a thing as a "nice" jerry can with built in nozzle, all self contained ? Anyone ?
A
Table spoon ingested will be enough to cause death or serious illness. Not one to scaremonger but people need to be aware it's not a nice chemical. just wear gloves & eye protection and you'll be fine
01 May 2012, 07:32 PM
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OK where to start, I have an STi hatch, (registered 2010), so I dont want to do anything which may invalidate the manufacturers warranty, but once the warranty expires...
I plan to get the engine rebuilt, I dont want a mad 500+ weekend fun car I want a reliable daily driver, perhaps in the long term able to stick with a Cosworth hatch.
What level of engine rebuild should I consider, hopefully I will be starting with a working engine?
I would especially welcome comment from those who have rebuilt or had rebuilt hatch engines.
I plan to get the engine rebuilt, I dont want a mad 500+ weekend fun car I want a reliable daily driver, perhaps in the long term able to stick with a Cosworth hatch.
What level of engine rebuild should I consider, hopefully I will be starting with a working engine?
I would especially welcome comment from those who have rebuilt or had rebuilt hatch engines.