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Old 11 April 2009, 05:32 PM
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as above, i know a remap is recommended. is it safe running a full decatted exhaust system. i used to run a full decat on a wrx without no problems.


thanks matthew
Old 11 April 2009, 05:43 PM
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You may damage the turbo with overboosting.
I would remap
Old 11 April 2009, 07:41 PM
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if you can do it on a wrx then why cant you do it for an sti?!!!! only difference is more boost/power. ive run a decat on a MY98 type r sti with out a remap and no problems for 6000miles. also on a MY03 wrx for 4000 miles with no problems


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the sti turbo tends to surge big time or boost spike when decatted.. you can take the risk but it would be best to get it mapped or at least checked.

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I wouldnt risk it.

Boost spike and associated det could be enough to kill the engine or at the very least will feel jerky under boost.
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De cated my 03 sti not long a go and it causes the boost to spike ! Its drivable short term but no fun you WILL have to have a remap to stop the problem and avoid killing your motor !!!
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jolly green monster, when can you book me in for a remap?



cheers matthew
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