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Old May 23, 2022 | 11:22 AM
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I bought a Blobeye type uk widetrack a couple of months ago. In a previous life it has had a lot of bodges done to it. Cheapskates should not own a Subaru. On the plus side it has a 2.1 stroker built by TDR which goes very nicely.
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All fluids changed
Dyno check at TDR
Wheels refurbed
New tyres
New battery
New bonnet ,the old one had those stupid aero bonnet locks plus a dent.
Front bumper sprayed.. too many stone chips.










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Quickly adds up with refurbs, tyres, respray bits etc!

what are the longer term plans?
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Quickly adds up with refurbs, tyres, respray bits etc!

what are the longer term plans?
Long term plan is to fix all the bodges. I was planning a full respray but i need the cash in other areas of the car
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I might do discs and pads while it is on the axle stands. It has EDC red pads in at the moment, the peddle is virtually solid. I havent decided what to go for yet for spirited road driving.
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I am looking for a gloss black front splitter of a decent quality fitting.
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Originally Posted by Dave Y
I am looking for a gloss black front splitter of a decent quality fitting.
Sure there is a guy on here that sells them mate. Not sure if matt or gloss though.
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i bought one off him but cocked up and didnt order the gloss one. Local painter wanted £120 so i am ordering another
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I’ve always bought ht autos front splitter, fit sound.....stay away from the maxton design one Dave, they look great in the pictures but are a nightmare to fit.
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Originally Posted by johno01
I’ve always bought ht autos front splitter, fit sound.....stay away from the maxton design one Dave, they look great in the pictures but are a nightmare to fit.
You must have read my mind. I think i had HT before.
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This morning i am on the hunt for some quotes for discs and pads. Nothing too over the top,grooved discs and some pads that give good stopping power without emptying my wallet.
I know buy cheap buy twice but i have to spread the cash all over the car.
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https://www.godspeedbrakes.co.uk/286-package-deals-

for our cars Dave 👍 looking around 350
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Depends on budget mate, you don't need to spend insane money to get good pads/discs. It might be worth having a list of what you want, fast road, bite, low brake dust, noise etc. Then you can get recommendations from us
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Fast road, low dust.good bite.

I am leaning towards Performance friction Z pads.
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https://www.godspeedbrakes.co.uk/286-package-deals-

for our cars Dave 👍 looking around 350
Are Kevlar pads any good ? I couldnt see a £350 package
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Are Kevlar pads any good ? I couldnt see a £350 package

ive got this set up on mine and it seems fine although I don’t drive fast...£335






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I believe it’s a step up from standard but could be wrong
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have never found any Kevlar type pad that works better than good quality OEM stuff..........
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Originally Posted by Dave Y
Are Kevlar pads any good ? I couldnt see a £350 package




not compared to them performance friction lol....then again depends what you want them for....that £335 package suits me perfect as I keep within the driving limits and usually have my son in the car.
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Godspeed have a deal that’s tempting
performance friction z rated pads and
g hook discs £495 + free shipping
Tempting.
I don’t know if there are any better deals to be had .
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I suppose it all depends on the quality of their discs
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Still cant make my mind up which brakes to buy. I am going to give Performance Friction z rated pads a try but what discs
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Does anyone know if the Brembo discs the Eurocarparts sell are any good ?
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potentially do similar at better costs unless they have their silly deals on.........

also have both Whiteline & SuperPro roll kits on the shelf normally
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Originally Posted by Dave Y
I bought a Blobeye type uk widetrack a couple of months ago. In a previous life it has had a lot of bodges done to it. Cheapskates should not own a Subaru. On the plus side it has a 2.1 stroker built by TDR which goes very nicely.
So far..
All fluids changed
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Wheels refurbed
New tyres
New battery
New bonnet ,the old one had those stupid aero bonnet locks plus a dent.
Front bumper sprayed.. too many stone chips.







car is looking good Dave 👍👍

have you had it waxed etc....?
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A local fella machine polished then used Zirconite products. Then i will top up with ZG- 365 sealant.
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Originally Posted by Dave Y
A local fella machine polished then used Zirconite products. Then i will top up with ZG- 365 sealant.
Looks really nice mate and there Carnauba wax is pretty cheap too....new product incoming for me 🤗🤗
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I have ordered a couple of their products.
The carnuba wax is one of them
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I really love the blue on it ! nice ride





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