08/09 Hatches, Stand up and show yourselves!!!
22 March 2019, 09:18 AM
I don't understand how you can even get 250miles from a tank. My spec c hatch indicates 4.6km/l which I believe works out to be about 12mpg! I haven't seen 200miles from a tank yet and I'd consider myself to have a disciplined right foot 😣
All jap user reviews I've read have stated somewhere closer to 10km/l or 28mpg
All jap user reviews I've read have stated somewhere closer to 10km/l or 28mpg
22 March 2019, 10:12 AM
Scooby Regular
Dom is right, we haven't bought these cars to be concerned about fuel economy, however it is interesting to read other peoples experiences. and statistics.
The best I have had out of my current hatch is around 260 ~ 280 miles (cant recall) to the tank (as soon as I hit reserve) which I am satisfied with to be honest.
Now Don has highlighted that the tank on the hatch is 60L, assuming I hit reserve with 10L remaining, the best I have had is around 25 mpg, which for the BHP Dom I am more than happy with. Shame I actually end up between 8 - 18 mpg LOL
Robert
The best I have had out of my current hatch is around 260 ~ 280 miles (cant recall) to the tank (as soon as I hit reserve) which I am satisfied with to be honest.
Now Don has highlighted that the tank on the hatch is 60L, assuming I hit reserve with 10L remaining, the best I have had is around 25 mpg, which for the BHP Dom I am more than happy with. Shame I actually end up between 8 - 18 mpg LOL
Robert
as you prob know mate I was only having a bit of fun ,, its always good to know what sort of MPG we are getting in different spec's ,, I get fairly good MPG but not sure exactly what I get or how acruate my reader is but I just enjoy the miles before iv got to go to the garage and put more in lol
22 March 2019, 10:35 AM
Scooby Regular
Standard JDM Newage fitment 42012FE012
SpecC specific 42012FE082
So yes the NEWAGE SpecC may have a 50 Ltr tank
In addition looking at the fuel pump, for the Hatch and Saloon,, all 207 and 257 models JDM or UK, get the same pump element (42022D below) 42022FG060
Last edited by Don Clark; 22 March 2019 at 10:49 AM.
22 March 2019, 05:07 PM
Scooby Regular
Tank fill up to tank fill up would be a better way to go. A known quantity (give or take pump trigger reactions) and known mileage (dependent upon tyre rolling radius).
23 March 2019, 12:07 AM
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23 March 2019, 12:09 AM
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23 March 2019, 08:37 AM
Having delved a little further the Newage SpecC has a unique fuel tank part number
Standard JDM Newage fitment 42012FE012
SpecC specific 42012FE082
So yes the NEWAGE SpecC may have a 50 Ltr tank
In addition looking at the fuel pump, for the Hatch and Saloon,, all 207 and 257 models JDM or UK, get the same pump element (42022D below) 42022FG060
Standard JDM Newage fitment 42012FE012
SpecC specific 42012FE082
So yes the NEWAGE SpecC may have a 50 Ltr tank
In addition looking at the fuel pump, for the Hatch and Saloon,, all 207 and 257 models JDM or UK, get the same pump element (42022D below) 42022FG060
23 March 2019, 10:11 AM
Scooby Regular
Why not lift the rear seat base, remove pump access cover and confirm shape of fuel pump mounting flange - metal oval or plastic round with metal clamp ring.
Listing for Hatch SpecC
Listing for Newage SpecC
26 March 2019, 04:24 PM
What dealers have people used (and have been satisfied with the work, i.e no rattles etc) in West Midlands to get the passenger airbag replaced under the recall?
I don't want to take mine to one that hasn't done the job before and use mine as a guinea pig.
Cheers!
I don't want to take mine to one that hasn't done the job before and use mine as a guinea pig.
Cheers!
26 March 2019, 07:43 PM
I'm pretty sure they have all perfected it by now, my local one said they had done over 200 now.
26 March 2019, 08:12 PM
Mine's due at the Penzance Citroen/Subaru dealer, where I suspect they have done less than 1, so I have the same concerns as you, and no alternatives for 100 miles.
26 March 2019, 08:47 PM
Anyone ever have an issue with stalling when braking coming up to a junction in neutral.
Pretty sure I have a vacuum leak somewhere but wondering has anyone else had it before as was reading few others with hatch sti having brake servo diaphragm issues albeit US forums, basically a hole in the diaphragm developing
Pretty sure I have a vacuum leak somewhere but wondering has anyone else had it before as was reading few others with hatch sti having brake servo diaphragm issues albeit US forums, basically a hole in the diaphragm developing
01 April 2019, 08:13 AM
I went to check my oil over the weekend to find that she has spewed coolant from the expansion tank over the belt cover, the tank was practically full and there was very little coolant in the header tank.
On closer inspection of the coolant there were some black bits floating about.
I'm thinking the beginning of HG failure?
On closer inspection of the coolant there were some black bits floating about.
I'm thinking the beginning of HG failure?
01 April 2019, 08:48 AM
I went to check my oil over the weekend to find that she has spewed coolant from the expansion tank over the belt cover, the tank was practically full and there was very little coolant in the header tank.
On closer inspection of the coolant there were some black bits floating about.
I'm thinking the beginning of HG failure?
On closer inspection of the coolant there were some black bits floating about.
I'm thinking the beginning of HG failure?
02 April 2019, 03:59 PM
I went to check my oil over the weekend to find that she has spewed coolant from the expansion tank over the belt cover, the tank was practically full and there was very little coolant in the header tank.
On closer inspection of the coolant there were some black bits floating about.
I'm thinking the beginning of HG failure?
On closer inspection of the coolant there were some black bits floating about.
I'm thinking the beginning of HG failure?
https://rogerclarkmotorsport.co.uk/s...k-short-engine
02 April 2019, 06:19 PM
Haha good thinking Rob, I have had a long chat with Alan Jeffery about the possible options, he was brilliant at going through what my requirements are and how they can match that with a rebuild package.
I just need to get the cash together and arrange for her to go down to Plymouth
I just need to get the cash together and arrange for her to go down to Plymouth
02 April 2019, 07:00 PM
Scooby Regular
https://www.iagperformance.com/IAG-S...g-eng-1452.htm
fire lock head gaskets sound interesting
Last edited by domino46; 02 April 2019 at 07:01 PM.
02 April 2019, 11:33 PM
Haha good thinking Rob, I have had a long chat with Alan Jeffery about the possible options, he was brilliant at going through what my requirements are and how they can match that with a rebuild package.
I just need to get the cash together and arrange for her to go down to Plymouth
I just need to get the cash together and arrange for her to go down to Plymouth
03 April 2019, 08:40 AM
Thanks Mate.
They have suggested that I should obviously go the forged route whist doing the head gaskets. What I do need to bear in mind is this is a daily so needs to not be crazy, I am also not chasing crazy numbers (up to 400 max).
With that in mind forged pistons, rods, also looking at the top deck plate option if in budget to add strength, the usual deletes such secondary air pump etc. RCM gaskets and studs.
ET have suggested a very pragmatic approach which I like, get the car to them, get the engine out and then make a plan based on what they can see in front of them.
They have suggested that I should obviously go the forged route whist doing the head gaskets. What I do need to bear in mind is this is a daily so needs to not be crazy, I am also not chasing crazy numbers (up to 400 max).
With that in mind forged pistons, rods, also looking at the top deck plate option if in budget to add strength, the usual deletes such secondary air pump etc. RCM gaskets and studs.
ET have suggested a very pragmatic approach which I like, get the car to them, get the engine out and then make a plan based on what they can see in front of them.
03 April 2019, 07:09 PM
Scooby Regular
http://opposedforces.com/parts/impre...llustration_1/
Last edited by Don Clark; 03 April 2019 at 07:12 PM.
04 April 2019, 12:39 PM
Same as UK car about £90 just for the glass and lens assembly.
http://opposedforces.com/parts/impre...llustration_1/
http://opposedforces.com/parts/impre...llustration_1/
For some reason I could not access opposedforces from the laptop but it works on the phone.
I guess the part number you refer to is 84912KG041, is my understanding correct?
I hope i can replace it without having to remove the front bumper!
04 April 2019, 01:35 PM
Thanks Mate.
They have suggested that I should obviously go the forged route whist doing the head gaskets. What I do need to bear in mind is this is a daily so needs to not be crazy, I am also not chasing crazy numbers (up to 400 max).
With that in mind forged pistons, rods, also looking at the top deck plate option if in budget to add strength, the usual deletes such secondary air pump etc. RCM gaskets and studs.
ET have suggested a very pragmatic approach which I like, get the car to them, get the engine out and then make a plan based on what they can see in front of them.
They have suggested that I should obviously go the forged route whist doing the head gaskets. What I do need to bear in mind is this is a daily so needs to not be crazy, I am also not chasing crazy numbers (up to 400 max).
With that in mind forged pistons, rods, also looking at the top deck plate option if in budget to add strength, the usual deletes such secondary air pump etc. RCM gaskets and studs.
ET have suggested a very pragmatic approach which I like, get the car to them, get the engine out and then make a plan based on what they can see in front of them.
Forged is a no brainer. I think you are about right with your options.
Pinning the block is a great idea if you decide to push the engine later in life.
My build is a Pole Position:
https://www.polepositionuk.co.uk/subaru-builds
Make sure you also go with the extras:
Engine case closed deck insert, Det rings, Baffle plate, Baffled sump, 14mm Headstuds, Uprated oil pump
04 April 2019, 03:59 PM
Scooby Regular
04 April 2019, 07:11 PM
05 April 2019, 10:38 AM
38-40 lmao guy must be in top at 50mph lifting off at any opportunity and then tickling the throttle with a feather to keep the car moving.