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Classic Wrx Track Toy Project
So, it's been over a year since I last owned a scoob and the bug has bit me again! :)
I decided I wanted a cheap track toy and had been actively searching for a reasonably priced and spec'd clio 182, but then stumbled across this which was only 2 miles from my work... https://www.scoobynet.com/subaru-444...5-wrx-jdm.html So after a quick chat with Maz a deposit was promptly paid and he kindly dropped the car off at my work where it has sat ever since. Here she is... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...026B267962.jpg http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...64FF03A22C.jpg |
The car already has a good starting spec, some of which includes....
17" speedline ST2 with nearly new toyo proxys 4 pot callipers with updated discs Braided hoses Tein coil overs with EDDC in car adjustable Front strut brace Full turbo back decated 3" exhaust Sti uppipe Sti alloy arms Momo steering wheel New age wrx interior V4 mid level spoiler Front lip spoiler Sti alloy bonnet Splash guards/spats However, these where the good parts, the main bad part being the noisey engine due to a worn thrust bearing, so this will be the biggest job that needs rectifying. Overall the car is very solid throughtout and in good overall condition considering it's year, but I need to also tidy it up as I go along. I don't ever intend this car to run silly power or be a world beater, I'm just looking for a nice reliable track/fast road car running between 350-400bhp. So I'm lucking for your advice what to do engine wise? 1. Rebuild the existing with forged internals and Sti heads in affect future proofing the engine? 2. New age 2.0 or 2.5 block, as I'm only looking for 350-400bhp? I'm sure number 2 would be the cheapest but welcome your thoughts, comments or even better suggestions? |
Originally Posted by Scooby_drew
(Post 11427068)
The car already has a good starting spec, some of which includes....
17" speedline ST2 with nearly new toyo proxys 4 pot callipers with updated discs Braided hoses Tein coil overs with EDDC in car adjustable Front strut brace Full turbo back decated 3" exhaust Sti uppipe Sti alloy arms Momo steering wheel New age wrx interior V4 mid level spoiler Front lip spoiler Sti alloy bonnet Splash guards/spats However, these where the good parts, the main bad part being the noisey engine due to a worn thrust bearing, so this will be the biggest job that needs rectifying. Overall the car is very solid throughtout and in good overall condition considering it's year, but I need to also tidy it up as I go along. I don't ever intend this car to run silly power or be a world beater, I'm just looking for a nice reliable track/fast road car running between 350-400bhp. So I'm lucking for your advice what to do engine wise? 1. Rebuild the existing with forged internals and Sti heads in affect future proofing the engine? 2. New age 2.0 or 2.5 block, as I'm only looking for 350-400bhp? I'm sure number 2 would be the cheapest but welcome your thoughts, comments or even better suggestions? As for whether 2.0 or 2.5, I would personally go down the 2.0 route to save the hassle of forging the 2.5. The 2.0 will handle that power easily and if you ever want 500+ all you have to do is forge/stroker it to a 2.1 displacement. You may also want to include a 6 speed, bigger brakes, upgraded suspension, etc if you are not already aware :). Regards, Subaru Collector 555. |
Good point re the 2.5!, I'm definitely of fan of a cheaper option too! :)
Brakes are a defo, front and rear upgrade planned. Already has the tein coilovers which I had on my last hawkeye so happy with those! But I've already started collecting some additional suspension parts... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...AF63C4F71F.jpg Rear strut brace and whiteline 22m rear anti roll bar and uprated rear drop links! Both need a good clean up, but that's part of the fun! |
Also been busy snapping up some other bargains....
http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...3A9456AF39.jpg Sti rear lights Carbon wrc style mirrors Hks air filter Hks dumpvalve Genuine fog covers & brackets :) |
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Also plan to give her a facelift so also been busy collecting the required parts ...
Facelift bonnet... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...734FCA417F.jpg Facelift grill... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...AAF731CA5A.jpg Facelift crystal lights... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...B4EDE43969.png And facelift bumper... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...99B3B95F50.png |
And because they where a bargain, a set of bucket seats with custom impress mountings/rails with a set of 4 point harnesses...
http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...FC805D9A6C.jpg The rear of the seats where quite badly scratched and the white leather was discoloured and had seen better days, so these were my first refurb job. To start, matt black refurb on the rears... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...8E5AD2EA91.jpg Then it was on to the white leather cushions. Not a fan of the white leather so had these recovered in black cloth fabric, here's the finished result... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...1B2E5B1CF4.jpg http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...6D8B61D38E.jpg Much better in my opinion plus look like new now! :) |
And again, another bargain I couldn't resist, carbon fibre v6 rear spoiler. Not sure if this will make it's way on to the car but time will tell...
http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...F75FD1E534.jpg :) |
Next job is to bring the car home! Ha, not even driven it yet! But Least I know the project has begun!
Drew |
Looks like you have been busy :D
Nice work, I will definitely be interested to see the progress of this. Subscribed :thumb: Regards, Subaru Collector 555. |
Another one drew !
Just go newage sti bottom end and sti3/4 heads. I ran 503 on brina 2 so by far the best option for the output you're looking for pal. If you need anything just give us a buzz Tim |
Originally Posted by tweaks
(Post 11428002)
Another one drew !
Just go newage sti bottom end and sti3/4 heads. I ran 503 on brina 2 so by far the best option for the output you're looking for pal. If you need anything just give us a buzz Tim Yeah that set up has been mentioned to me before, where's best place to get hold of it would you say, or is it a take a chance on eBay jobbie? Drew |
I'd get a bottom end off matty b in the traders section pal and source some heads out of the classifieds.
Arp headstuds and some decent headgaskets and build it up. Have you considered management ? Tim |
Originally Posted by tweaks
(Post 11428030)
I'd get a bottom end off matty b in the traders section pal and source some heads out of the classifieds.
Arp headstuds and some decent headgaskets and build it up. Have you considered management ? Tim No real thought to management as yet, my first priority will be just to get it up and running in standard form. Then on to turbo injectors management etc. With it being an early car, presume it will need a complete new standalone management system? |
Originally Posted by Scooby_drew
(Post 11428063)
Would I have to go with the v3 heads? Could I just go for a complete new age long motor with standard heads?
No real thought to management as yet, my first priority will be just to get it up and running in standard form. Then on to turbo injectors management etc. With it being an early car, presume it will need a complete new standalone management system? In regards to keeping your current ecu, that is also and option using an ESL board but would mean sticking to classic heads |
Originally Posted by banny sti
(Post 11428090)
If you went for a complete long motor it would either need a syvecs/alcatek or you could source the engine loom and use a newage ecu.
In regards to keeping your current ecu, that is also and option using an ESL board but would mean sticking to classic heads Syvecs or alcatek would be an option to run full newage but quite costly in terms of management. Esl is by far the best cost effective option as banny stated above and runs lots of nice features now as well. Only thing it cannot do is run avcs but with earlier heads it would be a very nice setup. Hth Tim |
Could I not run a new age long engine with avc heads on a apexi ecu? Or does it have to be alcatec/syvecs?
I like the idea of just dropping in a complete new age long motor with the standard wrx manifold/injectors etc purely for ease and cost if possible? If not then looks like new age short motor with v2/3 heads and ESL ecu. Where's the best place to get hold of the ESL ecu? Sorry for all the questions! Ha :) |
Another parcel arrived today, front mount intercooler! One of the many bits that will be off to be powder coated shortly.
http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...EE7466B73B.png Garage looking like a scrap yard at the minute, hopefully bringing the car home tomorrow so can make a start! http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...40DCCF5837.jpg http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...F9072BB853.jpg :) |
Just tried to call you pal, have you changed your number ?
Tim |
Whey drew, made a start I see, I'd get rid of that hks filter (bad experience with them) but looking good fella.
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Nice project:thumb:,subscribed.SJ.
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Originally Posted by tweaks
(Post 11428997)
Just tried to call you pal, have you changed your number ?
Tim |
:thumb:
Oh yes, busy boy these days :) Tim |
http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...0D63579337.jpg
Finally on her way home so I can make a start!... |
Nice one drew, you've got a stockpile of bits to crack on with :)
Tim |
I collered the van driver and payed him to detour to my house with it :lol1:
Like what you've done to the seats drew. |
Nice one Drew. Definitely a man on a mission. I'll be watching this thread with interest, you've got enough bits to build another car! :thumb:
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Originally Posted by Maz
(Post 11429555)
Nice one Drew. Definitely a man on a mission. I'll be watching this thread with interest, you've got enough bits to build another car! :thumb:
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Ok so made a start today and even managed to get its first wash!.
First job was the Sti rear lights, such a simple upgrade but really transforms the rear!... Before... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...D2C79B8428.jpg After... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...087D0DCC46.jpg Before... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...AF6BF77A55.jpg After... http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...B5B8305B99.jpg http://i921.photobucket.com/albums/a...DA412ED4AF.jpg :) |
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