Thanks Matt, Looks like a 4.45 lb saving which is 2.1 Kgs off each wheel!

 

Yea, the 330 wheels are pretty chunky. BBS forged are the ones to get if you can,

 

There is a set on ebay at the moment: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/255085597...gAAOSwf2RfRDym

 

Nice, but crazy expensive, i got a used set (still need to put them on though).

 

They are very rare wheels and new. Second hand ones won't be much cheaper than £1k AFAIK.

 

Anyone running 245/35/18 tyres on their hatch?

 

Is any body able to provide me with the part numbers for the tie wrap clips that hold the wiring from the temperature sensor on the rear diff to the rear subframe.

Or suggest an effective alternative.

Car is 09 sti hatch

Thanks

 

They look similar to these but you need to check hole size



or similar from carbuilders (and probably many other places)
https://www.carbuilder.com/uk/panel-...s-pack-of-25-2

 

Thanks Don.

I had seen those. They all go into round holes. Subaru like to be different.

The holes in the rear subframe are slotted or elongated. The Subaru clips are made to

suit and this ensures the clips are correctly orientated for the wire they support.

I’ll have to try them and see how they do. If I’m not happy with them I’ll try Subaru.

They will want me to purchase a clip kit I’m sure.

 

The image - with part number - is for a subaru clip although you will probably find that the clips only come with the LH rear loom.
They only do a clip set for the Front Loom.

 

Has anyone run into MOT issues after installing LED bulbs?

 

Cant say I have Matt, are you talking about side lights?

 

I'm in the process of changing bulbs over, sides are in, Nighteyes for main beam will arrive today.

 

Matt, I did a few years ago. Replaced the front side lights with those off Salsa King on here, looked great. Usual MOT garage then failed the car as the colours didn't match!!!
Although this garage also failed the wife's Focus cos she had a tree air freshner hanging off the mirror!

Tried a different garage, no problem!

LED's all round now bar headlamps, including inside the cab.

 

That's reassured me a bit )

I also put some Lunex D2S in for the dipped and happy with them for the price, the old bulbs had clearly faded over time.

Keeping all the front bulbs at between 6000-6500k.

 

A couple of moody shots I took yesterday on my way to work

 

Has anyone done any work decoding the can bus network? I've invested in an Arduino and Can Bus shield with a view to doing it. If i get time is anyones guess.

 

That's a great idea and looking forward to reading about your findings! Unfortunately I don't have the knowledge (or time to invest to learn

 

Great first track taster at Jdm Coombe, and 2 spec c hatches end up next to each other in the pit queue. ( he left me for dust)

 

How did you get on out on track? Looked like you’d cleaned the car on your second run..

 

The car was embarrassingly dirty all day!! The track was awesome, first session I just hung in there, too much to take in. Second session was much more enjoyable. My discs and pads weren't fully bedded in and didn't inspire confidence, and suspension needs some work, but the motor was superb and really needs little more power wise.

 

But I need some lessons!!

 

You looked a lot faster on the second run. I saw four hatches in the end yesterday.

 

I only saw our 3. It was great to chat.

 

I met Trooper 1715 too by chance; he kindly gave me scenic driving routes in Wales this time 3 years ago. His Legacy was immaculate

 

Yes it was good to chat. We’ll have to have a Cornish hatch gathering one day. Glad your track time went well. 👍

 

Who is running what coilovers on their hatch, and how do you find them?

 

I had AST's and BC's, found em a bit harsh to be honest, but then the roads round here are not in the best condition.

Then again, i had Tein's on the blob and liked them. Definately try and get a go in a car with coils before you go for it because it's quite a change.

 

i picked up a set a good few years back of the Bilstein/eibach coilovers from a CS400. they are as near as perfect for uk roads - which would make sense given thats what they are designed for. Fronts are not height adjustable but rears.

had to get the rears rebuilt there as they blew a seal - but bilstein refurb them for £100 per side. springs are eibach of the shelf springs - ive since fitted dustcovers to the rears which was the reason i suspect it blew the seal originally

 

Hi all, I’m looking for a set of the aluminium exhaust trims / finishers for the hatch, if you have a set for sale or know of any for sale then please can you let me know,

Cheers Hugh