BKS, yup still got it. I'm not actually pushing to sell as I have no need really, just got to that time of year where I fancy a Griffith again.......

Drop me a mail if you want to discuss. It is my third STi, I had a version 2 Type RA, a version 3 4 door, and now the TYpe R. It is absolutely the best yet and FLIES. Come over for a ride out or something. If you don't want it, I can still give you loads of pointers on buying etc.

Oh yeah, you should know that the version 5s have had a far higher incidence of engine failure due to (IIRC) a dodgy MAF sensor but mainly an ECU that can't retard ignition as well as the ealier, and later Stis. If you can't afford a 6, a 4 is the best bet IMHO. They have the same interior etc.

Mike

[Edited by Tractor - 5/1/2002 10:00:59 AM]

 

ideally want an STI IV/V real soon (anticipation is gettingn unbearable!)

However, i hear alot about 98 cars having piston slap and just wanted any views on this.

SOrry if it is a boreing old topic. Just wanted to know what it is, is it a problem, how can i avoid getting a car with it, should it put me off??!!

grateful for any input

 

As I said mate get it properly checked out. Just give us a shout when you have the four hundred notes ready. It really is worth paying for peace of mind!!!!
you're mate Pops

 

BKS, from what I have learned, piston slap is VERY rare on Stis as they have different sorts of pistons to UK cars. They are quite knocky when cold though anyway, so its often hard to tell.

 

Scoobys can be a bit noisy when cold. Some peeps put cossy pistons in, if the engine is rebuilt, which can be very noisy when cold.
Cheers
Steve

[Edited by Steve Whitehorn - 4/30/2002 9:05:21 PM]

 

cheers for the advice guys? Are the 99's any better than the 98's regarding this problem??

pops - what??

 

tractor,

do you still have that STI? got your mail and yes, i am still mulling it over.

just wondered?

 

Tractor,

can you send us those pics again - my mail crashed and i lost um (bcknighty@hotmail.com)

I have alot on at the moment but should be free in a few weeks. Where abouts do you live?

cheers

 

bttt