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15 July 2003, 05:49 PM
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Hi all.
I just bought my first subaru after waiting 7 yrs since i was 17!
I got a wrx import my93, i know its not the best as some of yours but i hope to have advice to make it better!
Whats the best petrol to run on? is a turbo timer worth having and will it work in conjunction with me toad Ai606 cat 1?
Where is the best (and cheapest!) place for mod parts i.e air filters, plugs, leads, down pipe etc?
i would be grateful for any help!!!
Oh yeah and how do i get a manual for it? i.e something like a Haynes or am i asking too much?
I just bought my first subaru after waiting 7 yrs since i was 17!
I got a wrx import my93, i know its not the best as some of yours but i hope to have advice to make it better!
Whats the best petrol to run on? is a turbo timer worth having and will it work in conjunction with me toad Ai606 cat 1?
Where is the best (and cheapest!) place for mod parts i.e air filters, plugs, leads, down pipe etc?
i would be grateful for any help!!!
Oh yeah and how do i get a manual for it? i.e something like a Haynes or am i asking too much?
15 July 2003, 05:58 PM
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You need optimax fuel
Turbo timer depends how u drive, if ur gonna drive hard to the last second before getting out then yes. However, ive never had one and just make sure that i dont thrash it to the door. I always have a "normal" drive for the last mile or so. Giving it all time to cool down. Either that or let it run manually for 5mins (or so).
Ill post some links in a while for servicing parts.
Turbo timer depends how u drive, if ur gonna drive hard to the last second before getting out then yes. However, ive never had one and just make sure that i dont thrash it to the door. I always have a "normal" drive for the last mile or so. Giving it all time to cool down. Either that or let it run manually for 5mins (or so).
Ill post some links in a while for servicing parts.
15 July 2003, 05:59 PM
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Welcome to the club 
Turbo Timer...
Fancy bit of kit that does the same thing as letting the car tick over for a few minutes after a 'blast'. Some of the better designs do look pretty cool in the car, and have other functions as well.
Fuel...
Optimax as a min on your WRX. Unless it's been re-mapped I'm pretty sure you should use Super with an Octane booster (don't know much about this subject tho ... anyone?)
Parts...
Use this BBS to find the best suppliers. Group buys are a fantastic idea, but I've bought a few bits 2nd hand and had no problems. *** Rememeber cheapest is not always the best! ***
Have fun.
J.
Turbo Timer...
Fancy bit of kit that does the same thing as letting the car tick over for a few minutes after a 'blast'. Some of the better designs do look pretty cool in the car, and have other functions as well.
Fuel...
Optimax as a min on your WRX. Unless it's been re-mapped I'm pretty sure you should use Super with an Octane booster (don't know much about this subject tho ... anyone?)
Parts...
Use this BBS to find the best suppliers. Group buys are a fantastic idea, but I've bought a few bits 2nd hand and had no problems. *** Rememeber cheapest is not always the best! ***
Have fun.
J.
15 July 2003, 06:09 PM
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nice 1 thx for the advice optimax it will be but dont think i can afford o.booster all the time tho!!!
look forward to the links for parts
thx again!
I have just bought a magnex de-cat pipe to replace the 2nd largercat. i got a straught through pipe with no box in it will i get better performance any idea of bhp or torque increase. it got a hks panel and jap b/box called dunk megaphone?!?!
look forward to the links for parts
thx again!
I have just bought a magnex de-cat pipe to replace the 2nd largercat. i got a straught through pipe with no box in it will i get better performance any idea of bhp or torque increase. it got a hks panel and jap b/box called dunk megaphone?!?!
15 July 2003, 06:19 PM
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I'm no expert but I think having removed the cats you might well (others can confirm/refute if they think differently) now require Optimax PLUS OB for safe running. A Knocklink device (£130ish) is probably a very good move for safety as it will allow you to see if you start suffering from detonation.
15 July 2003, 06:33 PM
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15 July 2003, 06:41 PM
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thx i will luk through those links when i get chance!
what is a good airfilter to buy? so many places tell you so many different 1's. im leaning for a blitz metal silver cone jobbie at the moment bout £180 ish with a direct cold pipe feed to it. will this be a good buy or does any1 have a better solution?
what is a good airfilter to buy? so many places tell you so many different 1's. im leaning for a blitz metal silver cone jobbie at the moment bout £180 ish with a direct cold pipe feed to it. will this be a good buy or does any1 have a better solution?
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15 July 2003, 08:28 PM
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Hi I read that the Blitz filter although probably the best looking filter offers the worst filtration in test`s. The best one for filtration was the K+N filter. The blitz will probably offer the best air flow. I would rather go for one that has got a good filtration, because dirt could damge internals. First being Turbo impeller then valves. But then again that`s just my opinion
15 July 2003, 08:39 PM
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Hey timmy,..sorry to go of the subject,but as you've been waitin 7 yrs does that make you 24,.......If so how much is your quote of insurance and who with,....as i'm lookin to buy a 93/95 wrx myself,....ohh and how many no c bonus av u got?
15 July 2003, 08:43 PM
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i have a turbo timer in my car does loads of other stuff to look pretty cool at night a blue glow from to foot well .
CHECK WITH YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY if you fit a turbo timer some companys won't insure you as they say it makes the imobliser useless.
there are loads of places to get mods from look at the links
CHECK WITH YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY if you fit a turbo timer some companys won't insure you as they say it makes the imobliser useless.
there are loads of places to get mods from look at the links
18 July 2003, 07:16 PM
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as for insurance... yep im 24! tesco were the only place that wud touch me for a reasonable quote!! i got 4 yrs protected no claims and you have to have a tracker and at least a cat 2 fitted to the vehicle. i got a tracker monitor and toad ai606 cat 1. got both done through the garage bought the car off. i payed 1400 quid. people say im mad but it worth every penny!!
18 July 2003, 07:45 PM
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Octane booster is cheap enough (inc p+p its around 32 quid from scoobymania for 10 bottles, 1 bottle per tank 
) and its cheaper than an engine rebuild
Your first port of call on an MY93 wrx is the ecu, the 240ps wrx's suffered a little (the 240ps equates to 237bhp with 100 ron fuel) so changing it with an MY95/96 ecu (wrx) which is 260ps and doesnt have the bug that the my93/94 ecu has in
(this is for the 4 door only, the 5 door has a smaller turbo and less power so the ecu wont be compatable).
Check with your insurer first though as some dont like mods
Exhausts are next on the cards, cheap and cheerful mod that makes a nicer noise (if a bit louder) and free's up a little more power
Tony
) and its cheaper than an engine rebuild Your first port of call on an MY93 wrx is the ecu, the 240ps wrx's suffered a little (the 240ps equates to 237bhp with 100 ron fuel) so changing it with an MY95/96 ecu (wrx) which is 260ps and doesnt have the bug that the my93/94 ecu has in
(this is for the 4 door only, the 5 door has a smaller turbo and less power so the ecu wont be compatable).
Check with your insurer first though as some dont like mods
Exhausts are next on the cards, cheap and cheerful mod that makes a nicer noise (if a bit louder
) and free's up a little more power Tony
18 July 2003, 07:53 PM
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nice 1 thx for that but where and how much for the ecu change?!?!?
it came over with a dunk megaphone bak box and i bought a magnex de cat straight through for it. unfortunately it will have to wait as from the bad greasy roads of last nite i smakd sum1 in the *** so insurance is sortin it out. lukily no 1 hurt just me poor scoob. just had a new clutch too! wot a pain
it came over with a dunk megaphone bak box and i bought a magnex de cat straight through for it. unfortunately it will have to wait as from the bad greasy roads of last nite i smakd sum1 in the *** so insurance is sortin it out. lukily no 1 hurt just me poor scoob. just had a new clutch too! wot a pain
18 July 2003, 08:03 PM
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Grade A subaru breakers are your best bet for the ecu (sorry i dont have the number ) and id suspect your brakes need sorting, look for a set of subaru 4 pots, they go for around 300 quid, better than the ones you have on there now
Tony
) and id suspect your brakes need sorting, look for a set of subaru 4 pots, they go for around 300 quid, better than the ones you have on there now Tony
18 July 2003, 08:09 PM
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cheers tony.
that 300 for new set of 4 pots? wot bout gettin hold of abs or is it not poss?
well gutted bout me car. bonnet bent bumper grill headlites etc and top slam panel pushd towards engine. underneath ok and no leaks. This sound like a rite off? wings and all other of car spot on.
that 300 for new set of 4 pots? wot bout gettin hold of abs or is it not poss?
well gutted bout me car. bonnet bent bumper grill headlites etc and top slam panel pushd towards engine. underneath ok and no leaks. This sound like a rite off? wings and all other of car spot on.
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