08/09 Hatches, Stand up and show yourselves!!!
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Not a lot of updates, the car sailed through its MOT and had its yearly service at TDR (oil/filter & brake fluid); I only drove less than 800 km since the last service/MOT !
I've been humming and harring about fitting the S206 suspension I have but if I sold it it would fund a sports cat downpipe and a remap, decisions decisions!
Furthermore, after countless hours of polishing I have almost finished with the exterior paint correction (just the rear bumper and hatch door left to wax). It's the first time I've used these products and I really like them.
The paint had a lot of holograms, swirls and a few scratches courtesy of its previous Japanese owner(s) but luckily there was enough thickness (~120μm in most places) to allow for correction.
I used Angelwax Resurrection on an orange polishing pad (2 passes per panel) followed by Angelwax Redemption on a blue finishing pad (2 passes per panel).
The panels were cleaned with Bilt Hamber cleanser fluid, a process which I have skipped in the past but which is very important in order to get rid of the oils found in polishes and should allow the wax to bond better.
I've sealed with Fusso soft 99 wax.
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It looks stunning Fivos, great work, the hours of work you've put in have deffo paid off
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I’ve got that fusso and I didn’t find it any good. Only because I found it alot harder to remove that the r222. Obviously it looks like a fantastic wax which I will definitely have another go of 👍
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Has anyone fitted the Pedders front strut mounts to their hatch that can give me some feedback, cheers. Latest Whiteline replacements have lasted less than a year.
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Whiteline's parent company Redranger combined with Fulcrum Suspension to create Zeder Corp in 2019. They own Superpro and Nolathane, who possibly made bushes for Pedders. Pedders appears to be quite separate from Redranger/ Zeder in the UK.
Let's hope they don't cheapen Superpro and lower the quality to Whiteline levels.
Let's hope they don't cheapen Superpro and lower the quality to Whiteline levels.
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@johno01 I did up to 2 panels at a time and it was fine removing it (left it no more than 5-7 mins to cure). When I did more than 2 panels and left it longer it was a bugger to remove indeed. When that happened I used Fusso's quick detailer spray (same ingredients as the Soft 99 wax but in liquid form) on a microfibre cloth and buffed it. It's best to use as little as possible.
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If the photographer was on the ball, the second lap would have been a belter image with TC off having a moment on the well worn R888's, I certainly skipped a beat
When moving the vents don't let water in, they are rear facing. The scoop lets more through, ideally I wouldn't have bothered, but it was an expensive exercise to not have a play, the track day, fuel, overnight stay, and the last minute dash to have the car ready for what I can only describe as SOAKING.
The engine bay isn't a show and shine, so providing the electrics don't get wet, I don't suck in any water, and that the bodywork is protected I'm comfortable.
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Only managed 2x 5 lap runs WOT on low boost, it was horrendous with aquaplaning on the straight at well over 100 mph was no fun, packed up at lunch and headed home. Hopefully Cadwell will be a better experience in July.
If the photographer was on the ball, the second lap would have been a belter image with TC off having a moment on the well worn R888's, I certainly skipped a beat
When moving the vents don't let water in, they are rear facing. The scoop lets more through, ideally I wouldn't have bothered, but it was an expensive exercise to not have a play, the track day, fuel, overnight stay, and the last minute dash to have the car ready for what I can only describe as SOAKING.
The engine bay isn't a show and shine, so providing the electrics don't get wet, I don't suck in any water, and that the bodywork is protected I'm comfortable.
If the photographer was on the ball, the second lap would have been a belter image with TC off having a moment on the well worn R888's, I certainly skipped a beat
When moving the vents don't let water in, they are rear facing. The scoop lets more through, ideally I wouldn't have bothered, but it was an expensive exercise to not have a play, the track day, fuel, overnight stay, and the last minute dash to have the car ready for what I can only describe as SOAKING.
The engine bay isn't a show and shine, so providing the electrics don't get wet, I don't suck in any water, and that the bodywork is protected I'm comfortable.
i bought a blanking plate for my scoop similar to this but different brand just to stop front end lift - and had been looking at ideas for vents similar setup to yours but water ingress is my main issue - as its a daily driver also
https://www.verus-engineering.com/sh...sti-gr-gv-1524
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After a lot of humming and harring about fitting the S206 suspension that I have I've decided to put it up for sale.
It's in mint condition having come from a car with 10.5k miles.
Part numbers:
Fronts: 20310ZR060, 20310ZR070
Rears: 20365ZR030
IMHO it's the best OEM suspension that Subaru has made and if I didn't have other plans I'd fit it!
You won't find another one at this price.
It will fit hatches and saloons from 2008 onwards.
£1600
It's in mint condition having come from a car with 10.5k miles.
Part numbers:
Fronts: 20310ZR060, 20310ZR070
Rears: 20365ZR030
IMHO it's the best OEM suspension that Subaru has made and if I didn't have other plans I'd fit it!
You won't find another one at this price.
It will fit hatches and saloons from 2008 onwards.
£1600
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@hedgecutter I get mine fitted on Thursday next week I will let you know.
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Fitted the upper Subaru sports grill, a Zunsport lower one and R205/S206 wing garnishes.
I've decided to fit the S206 suspension bits so my 20th anniversary take offs will be for sale.
I've decided to fit the S206 suspension bits so my 20th anniversary take offs will be for sale.
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Help please
Was looking at putting on some XXR 527 ET35. - 8-75 Wheels on my sti 2010 Hatch but not sure what tyre size
Will 235-40-18 Rub the arch or should I put on 225-40-18.
Is anyone running the above wheels on their hatch that may be able to help me?
any help would be appreciated 👍
Was looking at putting on some XXR 527 ET35. - 8-75 Wheels on my sti 2010 Hatch but not sure what tyre size
Will 235-40-18 Rub the arch or should I put on 225-40-18.
Is anyone running the above wheels on their hatch that may be able to help me?
any help would be appreciated 👍
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https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...-75&offset2=35
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For those will Android head units like this.
I found an inexpensive way to get an HDMI input --
This allows convenient connection of the my car pc, but you could use for game console etc etc.
I found an inexpensive way to get an HDMI input --
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Upgraded-Version-Capture-Streaming-Broadcasts/dp/B08MWL3HTL/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=HDMI+Capture+Card+USB+2.0&qid=1622814168&sr=8-3
This allows convenient connection of the my car pc, but you could use for game console etc etc.
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good comparison for you, standard size wheel/tyre with et40 doesnt rub
https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...-75&offset2=35
https://www.willtheyfit.com/index.ph...-75&offset2=35
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225 is too narrow for a 8.75 wheel, 235 is marginal too.
The OEM dimension tyres for the OEM wheels (8.5") are 245/40/18.
ET35 seems too low , personally, I'd stay as close to OEM specs as possible.
The OEM dimension tyres for the OEM wheels (8.5") are 245/40/18.
ET35 seems too low , personally, I'd stay as close to OEM specs as possible.
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