whats next on the mod list !
27 May 2009, 07:55 PM
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whats next on the mod list !
i have a 93 wrx with a polar perf ecu , full stainless 3-1/4 inc decat and a k&n induction. at the moment i cant afford a live remap but saving 
i have just got a full set of p1 brakes to be fitted so ill be stopping a bit better but i was wondering what was next on the bhp mods to be done.
give us an idea please lads
cheers carl
i have just got a full set of p1 brakes to be fitted so ill be stopping a bit better but i was wondering what was next on the bhp mods to be done.
give us an idea please lads
cheers carl
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Also consider some suspension mods, okay it stop, and it goes, but how well does it go round corners. Given the age of the car, you'll be amazed how much difference some ARBs and a fresh set of shocks will make. Also maybe some poly bushes.
Yes to the ported headers, but don't be tempted by the tubular ones until you go beyond 400bhp.
Also consider an upgrade TMIC to get your charge temps down A newage WRX is a good mod for classics, will also help combat some of the increased temps as a result if the induction kit.
Yes to the ported headers, but don't be tempted by the tubular ones until you go beyond 400bhp.
Also consider an upgrade TMIC to get your charge temps down
A newage WRX is a good mod for classics, will also help combat some of the increased temps as a result if the induction kit.
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Also consider some suspension mods, okay it stop, and it goes, but how well does it go round corners. Given the age of the car, you'll be amazed how much difference some ARBs and a fresh set of shocks will make. Also maybe some poly bushes.
Yes to the ported headers, but don't be tempted by the tubular ones until you go beyond 400bhp.
Also consider an upgrade TMIC to get your charge temps down A newage WRX is a good mod for classics, will also help combat some of the increased temps as a result if the induction kit.
Yes to the ported headers, but don't be tempted by the tubular ones until you go beyond 400bhp.
Also consider an upgrade TMIC to get your charge temps down
A newage WRX is a good mod for classics, will also help combat some of the increased temps as a result if the induction kit.
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I found g-max on my bug when I changed them, and they had coil spring assisters fitted at the rear to stop things rubbing
My whitelines touch on max compression but not at the time, but they have been dropped 50mm. You don't need your receipt, from what I recall it is up to the retailer to prove you didn't by the goods from the there.
Check here, or ask the question, for more info
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My whitelines touch on max compression but not at the time, but they have been dropped 50mm. You don't need your receipt, from what I recall it is up to the retailer to prove you didn't by the goods from the there.
Check here, or ask the question, for more info
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I found g-max on my bug when I changed them, and they had coil spring assisters fitted at the rear to stop things rubbing
My whitelines touch on max compression but not at the time, but they have been dropped 50mm. You don't need your receipt, from what I recall it is up to the retailer to prove you didn't by the goods from the there.
Check here, or ask the question, for more info
Consumer Direct
My whitelines touch on max compression but not at the time, but they have been dropped 50mm. You don't need your receipt, from what I recall it is up to the retailer to prove you didn't by the goods from the there.
Check here, or ask the question, for more info
Consumer Direct
27 May 2009, 09:06 PM
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are these any good
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SUBARU-IMPREZA...STEEL-HEADERS-
or is the porting better
thread not working but its a set of japspeed headers
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SUBARU-IMPREZA...STEEL-HEADERS-
or is the porting better
thread not working but its a set of japspeed headers
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ok mate ill look into the porting any ideas how much , an ish figure !
also is there a huge difference in a front mount in getting cold air or will an sti top mount be ok !
also is there a huge difference in a front mount in getting cold air or will an sti top mount be ok !
27 May 2009, 09:24 PM
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Not sure what the classics are good for, newage WRX is good for about 350bhp, newage STI for about 450 and I've just fitted a power XS rated to 500bhp???
A good FMIC will see you up to 600BHP. Again, Harvey is the expert for intercoolers
Not sure on price for the porting, I haven't looked into it properly yet, but PM Harvey he's on here on a regular basis, of find one of his posts, his email address is on it.
A good FMIC will see you up to 600BHP. Again, Harvey is the expert for intercoolers
Not sure on price for the porting, I haven't looked into it properly yet, but PM Harvey he's on here on a regular basis, of find one of his posts, his email address is on it.
27 May 2009, 09:34 PM
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P1 tmic is basically a STI 5 intercooler as the P1 is basically a UK STI 5.
It is quite a bit of hassle getting them to fit early cars.
Heat wrapping various parts will help keep under bonnet temps done ,once again speak to Harvey about it.
It is quite a bit of hassle getting them to fit early cars.
Heat wrapping various parts will help keep under bonnet temps done ,once again speak to Harvey about it.
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It might give you a couple of BHP, but it will reduce the charge temps so you'll running less risk of det with your other mods. The induction kit will induce a lot of hot air from the engine bay, unless its a wing mounted one, so you may be losing power. The air will be cooler, and therefore denser, so more oxygen can burn more fuel
Speaking with Woodbutch on here at the weekend, when he remapped his Blob WRX it made 10BHP more with a newage STI TMIC than a car with similar mods still running the WRX TMIC.
Speaking with Woodbutch on here at the weekend, when he remapped his Blob WRX it made 10BHP more with a newage STI TMIC than a car with similar mods still running the WRX TMIC.
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so turbo blanket would be good ?
also ive just fitted a k&n which isnt cold air , i remeber you saying you were running a induction kit was that cold air or normall !
is it that important to run caik , why is it they are still selling normal induction kits if so ?
also ive just fitted a k&n which isnt cold air , i remeber you saying you were running a induction kit was that cold air or normall !
is it that important to run caik , why is it they are still selling normal induction kits if so ?
27 May 2009, 10:33 PM
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Yes I run an induction kit and it's not CAIK. I have a heat shield fitted though and with my larger TMIC I saw intake temps of 28 degrees on Sunday with an ambient temp of 25 degrees. When I got stuck in standing traffic the temp was 60 degrees.
You need to make sure you have good cold air feeds, and a heat shield to prevent the hot under bonnet air getting into the intake.
The reason they still sell induction kits is because people will still buy them
You need to make sure you have good cold air feeds, and a heat shield to prevent the hot under bonnet air getting into the intake.
The reason they still sell induction kits is because people will still buy them
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Dont bother with a tmic!
Since you have the early phase 1 inlet manifold trying to get different tmic (apart from one from a V1/2 STi) to fit is just not worth it.
If you really must have a different intercooler then get a front mount, but remember, you get what you pay for, so try to buy the best you can afford. As already mentioned above see Harvey about a Hybrid FMIC.
Dont forget that when you fit a different intercooler of any kind you reall need a remap, otherwise you risk damage to you engine due to incorrect fuel/air mixture etc
Since you have the early phase 1 inlet manifold trying to get different tmic (apart from one from a V1/2 STi) to fit is just not worth it.
If you really must have a different intercooler then get a front mount, but remember, you get what you pay for, so try to buy the best you can afford. As already mentioned above see Harvey about a Hybrid FMIC.
Dont forget that when you fit a different intercooler of any kind you reall need a remap, otherwise you risk damage to you engine due to incorrect fuel/air mixture etc
28 May 2009, 07:57 PM
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fmic was really what i thought was about right to do , cos a turbo and bigger injectors are on the list and probably later on its going to have to have some stronger internals.
as mentioned above ported headers and an up-pipe are probably first, is that about right !
as mentioned above ported headers and an up-pipe are probably first, is that about right !
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Im booked in with Harvey on saturday for fmic, headers, up-pipe, caik a few other mods and then a re-map , i strongly recommend you speak to him before you do anything, the bloke is a true gent and ultra knowledgable!
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