Hi Guys,

I realise that the suspension used on the RA-R is fairly unique to this model.


Does anyone know if the suspension is used on any other cars?

I cant locate the part numbers - Is it still available from Subaru ?


I require a set used on the RA-R - ideally new or as new. Any info most welcome - thanks

 

These?:
https://www.importcarparts.co.uk/par...y=&searchPart=

 

thanks for the reply

I think these are not the same as the ones used in the RA-R - I stand to be corrected and confirmation, either way would be very useful.

 

Yes them are the struts from icp bout £2500+ from Japan parts
I'm running the full units on mine and must say they are absolutely superb in every way

 

S204 Struts end is S181 and S191
RA-R Struts end in S200 and S210

 

Available via Japanparts....................



plus the usual currency exchange fees, P/P, import vat, import duty and courier admin charge.......................

 

https://www.rhdjapan.com/sti-hard-coil-spring-impreza-gd-gg.html


https://www.japanparts.com/parts/detail/16314
https://www.japanparts.com/parts/detail/16315

Add 25% to price inc postage, to cover import duty etc.

 

duck me, you an get a whole decent setup for that

 

Same as 6/5 springs on coilover set-up.

 

thanks for the replies guys.

 

PM Sent :-)

 

Hi tom,


can you clear some space - I cant send you a PM.


thanks

 

Would these fit a uk hawk sti ?

 

Hi,


does anyone know how to contact P1-Murph / Tom ???


his inbox is full and I cannot PM him.



thanks.





also, we are inspecting a RA-R next week - is there anything specific to look out for on this type of car? Any corrosion areas or common faults that need looking at??????

 

Yes they will mate

as I had full blistering rb329 setup, tein coilovers, then std uk units with prodrive rb320 springs but this spec c ra setup is undoubtedly the best in every way out of all four of them

Quick pic

 

Just in case you don't have to stick to OEM and require a good inverted road setup then we can help you.

Simon @ AST Suspension UK

 

must be OEM, plus optional OEM rear spoiler required.


Anyone?

 

bttt


still looking for the original RA-R type pink STi full suspension (units & springs)



and a pair of front lower spot lights that where an option on the car.


at present, I have just the plain curved covers.



thanks,

 

spot lights and covers now located & purchased.


just the STi suspension set now....... anyone?

 

https://www.instagram.com/sprintingharejdm/

Second post, low mileage set. They have a website too

Your welcome

 

thanks, yes, too pricey IMO.

 

How much are they asking out of interest?

 

Can I ask what spotlights your adding to the car and why?

As for the suspension. Im a bit confused. The very FACT that there is a set available in the UK and your considering it expensive? I personally think such a clean set could fetch upwards of £3k given its rarity and condition!

Have you forgotten about the shipping cost, and possible duties you will have to pay on top. Not to mention how incredibly rare the set is. Its obvious your unable to obtain them from anywhere.

Seriously! Its an RA-R, it should be a no brainer and no expense spared for a such a rare car. You cant match bronze with gold.....

 

New struts and springs - I'd estimate £2000 delivered inc duty to the UK

 

+1 agree
unless you have been blessed or really lucky and pay £300 for a set as I did

 

Its a discontinued item. New does not exist. If it does, take my money now.

 

Post #6 and #7?

 

 

As above - Japanparts lists (and always have done) all STI items even once they have been discontinued - years after in-fact... 22b bonnet vents, STI sport bumper (22b narrowbody) as prime examples.

There is no stock available in Japan of not just the struts but also the springs.

2pot - I'm VERY interested in your maths - how does 25% ontop of the screenprice of Japanparts website work out as a landed cost to UK shores...?

Shipping on struts @ approx 8-9KG each = approx £40-50 per strut.
Import duty @4% of cost price.
VAT @20% of true landed goods cost (Japan cost, Import duty and shipping included).

That simply equates to far more than 25% ontop of screen price....

ZANY - The Spec C RA is a different strut to the Spec C RA-R struts. They do share the same spring though...

Originality is where a high end limited edition car's true value lies.

 

Is it not the s203’s suspension that are DIFFRENT to the ra ones boss ?
Not sure as Im not got a clue on jdm’s I just get lucky
but more than happy with it as it was a white ra-r that it came off thanks to my freind