22B Type Uk
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Just a quick ponder, I have a 22B Type Uk however whenever I need any parts I seem to be having trouble ordering them I think this is due to the fact that the cars chassis number starts with a GC8 which I am told is a Japanese chassis number can anyone out there with a 22B Type Uk tell me if their chasis number also starts with the GC8 or is it just mine?
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As far as I am aware they all carry the same sequence of chassis numbers - the UK cars just went through the relevant tests and had the speedo etc mods that separated them from grey imports - but the imports and UK cars were all identical cars when they originally came off the line in Japan.
[This message has been edited by Dave T-S (edited 05 April 2001).]
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GC8 is the Impreza chassis code for a 4 door shell, it's shared by all 4 door cars, since they all have the same shell (bar MY01 maybe).
If it's a Type UK then it will be fully covered by IM, so give 'em hell, and if they don't wanna play, get in touch with Prodrive, their customer support for official cars such as yours seems to be well above average
Cheers,
Pat.
GC8 is the Impreza chassis code for a 4 door shell, it's shared by all 4 door cars, since they all have the same shell (bar MY01 maybe).
If it's a Type UK then it will be fully covered by IM, so give 'em hell, and if they don't wanna play, get in touch with Prodrive, their customer support for official cars such as yours seems to be well above average
Cheers,
Pat.
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dc911,
If your 22b has a 4 door shell, you'll have more to worry about than getting spare parts
Pat, are you sure you are correct
Dave, Type UK 22b's also have different gear ratios - there was a bit more to it than just UK type approving them .
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If your 22b has a 4 door shell, you'll have more to worry about than getting spare parts
Pat, are you sure you are correct
Dave, Type UK 22b's also have different gear ratios - there was a bit more to it than just UK type approving them .
D
Suggest you ask here :
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Yup Pat is correct as usual
This is from the SIDC faq
GC8E2DD WRX R STi4 2 door
GC8E2DD WRX R STi4 V-Limited 2 door Special edition
GC8E2SD WRX R STi 22B Wide bodied 2.2 litre special edition
GC8E27D WRX RA V-Limited 2 door Special edition 2 door RA
GC8E48D WRX 4 door
GC8E47D WRX RA 4 door
GC8E4ED WRX STi4 4 door
GC8E4DD WRX RA STi4 4 door
GC8E4DD WRX RA STi4 4 door V-Limited Special edition
GF8E58D WRX 5 door
GF8E5ED WRX STi4 5 door
GF8E58P WRX 5 door AT
The 7 digit "applied model" code found on the vehicle identification plate inside the engine bay is decoded in the following way.
1. Series code G=Impreza S=Forester B=Legacy etc.
2. Body type F=Wagon C=Sedan
3. Engine type 8=2.0L Turbo
4. Year code A=MY93 B=MY94 C=MY95&96 D=MY97 (facelift) E=MY98 F=MY99 G=MY00
5. Number of doors 2=2 door coupe 4=4 door saloon 5=5 door wagon/hatch
6. Model type 8=WRX 7=RA type E=Sti D=Sti Type R & RA
7. Transmission D=5 Speed Manual AWD P=4 Speed Automatic AWD
For more info see
This is from the SIDC faq
GC8E2DD WRX R STi4 2 door
GC8E2DD WRX R STi4 V-Limited 2 door Special edition
GC8E2SD WRX R STi 22B Wide bodied 2.2 litre special edition
GC8E27D WRX RA V-Limited 2 door Special edition 2 door RA
GC8E48D WRX 4 door
GC8E47D WRX RA 4 door
GC8E4ED WRX STi4 4 door
GC8E4DD WRX RA STi4 4 door
GC8E4DD WRX RA STi4 4 door V-Limited Special edition
GF8E58D WRX 5 door
GF8E5ED WRX STi4 5 door
GF8E58P WRX 5 door AT
The 7 digit "applied model" code found on the vehicle identification plate inside the engine bay is decoded in the following way.
1. Series code G=Impreza S=Forester B=Legacy etc.
2. Body type F=Wagon C=Sedan
3. Engine type 8=2.0L Turbo
4. Year code A=MY93 B=MY94 C=MY95&96 D=MY97 (facelift) E=MY98 F=MY99 G=MY00
5. Number of doors 2=2 door coupe 4=4 door saloon 5=5 door wagon/hatch
6. Model type 8=WRX 7=RA type E=Sti D=Sti Type R & RA
7. Transmission D=5 Speed Manual AWD P=4 Speed Automatic AWD
For more info see
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Er - yes, Pat is right, but according to those codes GC8 *also* covers 2 doors models - ie a 22B !!
So dc911 is safe - I agree also - speak to prodrive, there customer service is excellent.
Gastro
So dc911 is safe - I agree also - speak to prodrive, there customer service is excellent.
Gastro
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I have the list of all the chasis nos for all type UK's - all 16. email me off line and I will confirm if it is on this list. If it is ring IM give them the no (yes it does start GC8)and they will supply the part. No chasis no. no part I am affraid so I am led to believe
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by Diablo:
[B]dc911,
Dave, Type UK 22b's also have different gear ratios - there was a bit more to it than just UK type approving them .
D
I know - avidly pored over all the roadtests at the time - just simplifying things.....Muppet tendencies you know
[B]dc911,
Dave, Type UK 22b's also have different gear ratios - there was a bit more to it than just UK type approving them .
D
I know - avidly pored over all the roadtests at the time - just simplifying things.....Muppet tendencies you know
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It is true though that Prodrive/IM are very cautious when supplying parts for 22B type UKs. My dealer used to get the third degree when trying to get me parts - original owner, original reg etc etc. Not a problem anymore though, luckily I like the dealer and I'm happy to stick with them now.
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