kezwaldo

just wondering what sort of mileage do the engines in a classic subaru wrx,sti,uk model etc last for i have a friend with a classic that has 190k and still runs without fault to be fair its been serviced well all its life and rarely gets thrashed .....look foward to comments thanks

Markfey

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I think you've answered your own question. Providing they're looked after, the right mods are added with the right mapper you're going to be ok.

The standard engine isn't designed to be ragged 100% of the time so you do need to show mechanical sympathy and spoil it every now and again.

I drive like i've got Miss Daisy in the back 90-% of the time. However i do like a spirited drive when conditions permit.

We tend to feel a little hard done by when anything goes wrong, however with communities like SN it forces prices right down which makes them very affordable.

Ste RB5138

How long is a piece of string?

Depends on a lot of variables, regular servicing, driving style, MAF failures, allowed to warm up etc.

190k without a rebuild shows the engine has been well looked after.

kezwaldo

yes mine has high mileage and doesnt miss a beat , as above mine has been subaru serviced since new and i drive like a grandad most the time aswell ,,,,,,unless your rich petrol exspenes dont allow it anyway.....thirsty bitches even driven slow ..........oh and ste im not an expert on these cars but how can i avoid MAF failure i have standard air box with a new filter all ive heard is they dont like induction kits to much....

kezwaldo

im also geussing a good oil change with the right oil and filter will help the engine stay fresh!!!!

Markfey

iTrader: (7)

You are right, most inductions damage the MAF, the damaged MAF then damages the engine.

You can go MAFLESS by getting a SIMTEK ecu or ESL daughterboard.

kezwaldo

sounds complicated lol i think im just going to stay tame and stick with my turbo back stainless and a decent panel filter .....runs like a dream and just keep the affection up by giving the car a good warm up before use and deent oil changes every 4-5 months . And that way hopefully will see me good few more years

L.J.F

iTrader: (31)

If you are running a Decat pipe then you should have it mapped to avoid engine damage down the line.

kezwaldo

ok thanks for the advice doesnt that mean walboro 55 pump too ??????? im considering taking the de-cat off if theres potential for damage as kept the cat...... i want my uk model to be an example in years to come as she is mint ......

RAPID STI

iTrader: (4)

Got a foz in the family that I used to own and it has 160k+ I ran it with a VF22 for around 15k of those miles and drove it hard.

Serviced at normal intervals using average grade oil. Runs & sounds like its brand new.