Tech, Tips, Newb Info

2006 vs 2005

invalid@example.com (Stillorax) — Thu, 11 May 2017 04:59:52 +0000

Looking for dimensions for 2006 wrx tmic vs 2005 wrx tmic!?

Great wheel/tire calculator

invalid@example.com (EricS) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:19:29 +0000

Check out this site, it calculates wheel/tire dimensions more comprehensively than others I've seen:
http://www.rimsntires.com/specspro.jsp

Prosport Triple Gauge Install

invalid@example.com (Se7enrex) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 02:55:32 +0000

Here it is, as complete as I can make it..STICKY??

Also I want to thank Josh @ Import Image for Fast shipping and great product!!!

These are all MY instructions form MY experimenting...I made these instruction off of personal knowledge

I am not responsible for damage you or your car may obtain while following my instructions.

This was performed on an 06 STI...I don't know and can't promise other vehicles will be similar

This is for wiring a boost, EGT, and oil pressure gauge into the...

Prosport Triple Gauge Install

Where to get tuned? The local tuners thread

invalid@example.com (Moderator) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:21:17 +0000

Disclaimer: Tuning is a vital part of making your Subaru run well, especially with aftermarket parts. However, a bad tune can do more harm then good, and when increasing power, there is always increased risk of mechanical failure.

As the owner, it is ultimately your responsibility to discuss any concerns you may have with your tuner. MNSubaru is not responsible for any damages caused by tuning.

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Below is a list of local Subaru tuners....

Where to get tuned? The local tuners thread

Mark Utecht: 20 questions blog

invalid@example.com (Musashi) — Thu, 28 May 2009 23:17:12 +0000

First I want to give a HUGE thanks to Mark Utecht for letting me do this. I have probably sat in a car with you once and I really appreciate the valuable information you are willing to share with us from your many years of competative experience. It's motivating for me to get an opportunity to hear what an experienced driver can tell me about their driving style and how is it that they can do the things they do.

Everyone is welcome to join in and ask good questions. I would really...

Mark Utecht: 20 questions blog

Changing Manual Transmission Fluid

invalid@example.com (Ryan) — Sun, 24 May 2009 22:25:49 +0000

How to change the transmission fluid on a Subaru 5 speed manual transmission.

Please note: Myself nor the staff of mnsubaru.com are not responsible for any damage done by attempting this

The following was done on a 2005 Subaru WRX Wagon. Some changes may need to be done for other models.

List of items needed: (See image 1 & 2)
-2 Jack stands + Jack
-T70 (or T60 works) torx + correct size wrench (1/2 is common)
-Transmission fluid
I used Uncle Scotty's Transmission Cocktail...

Changing Manual Transmission Fluid

Subaru TPMS and how it works

invalid@example.com (flstffxe) — Tue, 19 May 2009 15:55:52 +0000

I put this up over at subaruforester.org because a few guys were asking about the TPMS as it is being run into more and more often, and thought it may be useful here too.

First off the TPMS LIGHT on your dash is yellow and looks like this (!).

A little back ground on Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems(TPMS). Laws now mandate all new vehicles, model year 2008 and...

Subaru TPMS and how it works

2.5L WRX Modification Breakdown (with logs and road dynos)

invalid@example.com (Bullwinkle) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 20:21:49 +0000

Below is a comparison from my 06 WRX at each stage of its short life. Below is a list of each set up with a an ECU log and a road dyno comparo from the previous modification level.

All of the raw data can be found here.

Each stage of modifications below has a full list of the power mods that were on the car when the log and dyno was taken. For continuity, all logs used were as close to 80 degree...

2.5L WRX Modification Breakdown (with logs and road dynos)

Subie 2.5L HEADGASKET FAQ

invalid@example.com (yosmiley) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:49:40 +0000

http://users.sisna.com/ignatius/subaru/hg.html

How To: Clean and Restore Headlights

invalid@example.com (techy101) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 06:16:01 +0000

(This was written for the SVX, so just ignore the grill parts)

This is a quick How To writeup for your headlights and for the waterfall grill.

First: If you need to open the head light for any reason (i.e. remove broken glass from broken bulb)

1 - Remove headlight assembly from car
2 - Remove clips holding the front and back of the headlight together
3 - Pre-Heat your oven to 220 degrees F.
4 - Place headlight assembly on a cookie sheet and place in oven for 20 minutes
5 -...

How To: Clean and Restore Headlights

Learning to Choose your Gear Sets/Ratios

invalid@example.com (FuJi K) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 20:18:19 +0000

Information is subject to change as more information comes.

I have a â€™05 WRX and I have NOW upgraded my turbo to a decent TD06H-20G-8cm^2, FMIC, EWG with ported heads, 272* cams, 9.0:1CR pistons, Cosworth rods/bearings and running 110oct. What Iâ€™m afraid of is breaking my transmission now. The car was tuned to 22psi up top and we push 364whp and 331wtq. I donâ€™t know what gears I want to hold the power. Some were saying go PPGâ€™s and others were saying â€™07 STi 6spd.

WELLâ€¦....

Learning to Choose your Gear Sets/Ratios

DIY gutted STi axleback

invalid@example.com (idget) — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 22:46:03 +0000

So Ryan was looking to get a little more tone out of his daily driven WRX wagon while avoiding the drone of an aftermarket muffler. While there are some solid aftermarket options, they are all $$$. Being broke and bored, we decided to cut open a stock STi muffler I had laying around to see if there is anything we could do to alter the tone.

Here is our process including our findings and conclusions.

Tools needed:

1) cutting tools to cut open the muffler and it’s contents (drill...

DIY gutted STi axleback

Subaru Service Tool Website

invalid@example.com (Vila) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 03:48:17 +0000

So, I was checking out SPX's website at work, who the company I work for is also starting to use for service tools. Looks like they service Subaru dealers too. Here's where you can order your very own Subaru service tools.

http://subaru.spx.com/index.asp

www.servicesolutions.spx.com

GM BCS Install

invalid@example.com (Shibbs) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:19:46 +0000

I got my GM Booost Control Solenoid installed. 06-07 WRX guys, there's not a whole lot of increase, but it does peak the torque a little lower. According to the logs, my peak torque went from 3100-3200 RPM down to 2800 RPM. (for refrence, I did have a stage 1 map on my car) Hearing all the clicking that little guy makes is pretty cool too.

Parts needed:
1. GM BCS - GM PN: 1997152
2. GM Pigtail - GM PN: 12102747
3. about 6 feet of silicone vacuum tubing (good...

GM BCS Install

How to: Reupholster/change your door cards.

invalid@example.com (blackozone) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:41:19 +0000

NOTE: This is instruction for 02-04 Impreza door cards. The others aren't much different, but I don't have specifics on what's involved.

Well, I'm getting stir-crazy so here's a little writeup from one of my current projects:
I decided that I didn't like the blue/sapphire/black/Idon'tknowwhatIwanttobe interior fabric of the 02 WRX pretty much since I bought it. So like many others, I looked into my options and figured a change was in order.
I'll be honest, I didn't want to tackle this on...

How to: Reupholster/change your door cards.

Preventive Maintenance and you...

invalid@example.com (readymix) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 01:17:45 +0000

This thread started in the Mods/Maintenance Forum. tonyM essentially wanted to know if a rebuild was needed at 100k. And by rebuild I mean, tearing out the motor and doing major maintenance. Do not take my reply as a line by line summary of what needs to be done at 100k, that isn't the point of my reply or this thread in general.

The point that you should walk away with is about preventive maintenance versus preemptive replacement. The valuable message in my post is that replacing...

Preventive Maintenance and you...

Fuji's wagon as a daily driver - a review.

invalid@example.com (prezawagon) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:33:35 +0000

Last week at firestone, in the middle of a normal Friday night conversation, Fuji asked me if I wanted to trade cars. I kinda laughed and said sure thinking he was joking. But he was serious. He explained he wanted to trade for a few days a get a review of his car in the context of a daily driven car.

Now, most people on this site know about Fuji's wagon, and many of us have seen it progress from...

Fuji's wagon as a daily driver - a review.

bar to psi chart

invalid@example.com (Hallywood) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:47:15 +0000

http://www.centauro-owners.com/articles/psibar.html

fixededed

Rally Volunteering, The Best Seat in the House

invalid@example.com (ScandiaWRX) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:11:02 +0000

Ojibwe Forest Pro Rally will be here before you know it, end of August. There will likely be 50+ rally cars from all over North America there and an event of any size can't go on with out the help of many volunteers. There will be a number of spectator points through out the rally but, by far, the best seats in the woods will be had by volunteers. Ojibwe may be the biggest show in town but there are Regional Rallies that also need your help, as early May, so keep your eyes on the "Event...

Rally Volunteering, The Best Seat in the House

Turbo CFM chart

invalid@example.com (WRX1) — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 23:04:28 +0000

Here is a chart that list out most of the current turbos, and how much cfm they flow.

Russ

Turbo Type Approx flow @ pressure
Stock Turbo 360 CFM at 14.7 PSI
IHI VF 25 370 CFM at 14.7 PSI <--- estimated
IHI VF 26 390 CFM at 14.7 PSI <--- estimated
T3 60 trim 400 CFM at 14.7 PSI
IHI VF 27 400 CFM at 14.7 PSI <--- estimated
IHI VF 24/28/29 410 CFM at 14.7 PSI <--- estimated
========= 422 CFM max flow for a 2 Liter at .85 VE pressure...

Turbo CFM chart

Rally Cross 101

invalid@example.com (ScandiaWRX) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:45:15 +0000

If you want to be the next Travis Pastrana, but didn't happen to find his wallet or car keys at the X-Games, RallyCross is a much less expensive, fun and fairly safe, way to build your car control skills in the dirt. I enjoy the low key nature of our local events and I love watching other drivers display their driving skills. I'm often left wondering, "How did he do that?"

A RallyCross is similar to an AutoCross or Solo event, cars are timed through a twisty course made up of cones....

Rally Cross 101

Gimmick Motorsports Short Throw Install

invalid@example.com (Jackstand) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 03:52:45 +0000

So after talking with Josh at ImportImage I decided to pick up a Gimmick Motorsports Short throw shifter. The install to me a little under an hour to finish. I love the way it shifts the pattern is much closer together. This is an all around good product with a very easy install. Now I will go through the entire install. I have attached pictures as well. Sorry I don’t have a ton of pictures my card ran out of space.

I will be doing the bushings as soon as it is warm outside.

1....

Gimmick Motorsports Short Throw Install

Prosport Triple Gauge Install

invalid@example.com (Se7enrex) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 01:38:51 +0000

Step 1...get ready for at least a couple hours worth of work, make sure you have plenty time and a nice open place to work.

General Tools needed:
socket set:10mm, 12mm, 14mm
flat head screwdriver
fillips head screwdriver
soldering iron
solder
stretch rubber electrical tape(ace hardware)
heat shrink for small wires
wire clipper
lots o' zip-ties
thread lock/jb Weld

Specific extras/tools:
11/32" High speed steel Drill Bit
1/8-27NPT 11/32" TAP

Tools that might...

Prosport Triple Gauge Install

Diagram for intake and exhaust.

invalid@example.com (EggRoll) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:15:48 +0000

After being confused plenty of times since posting my stock exhaust, and dp, through pms I had many questions asked about axle back, cat back, mid pipe, down pipe. I thought this would help some people, as it did me. Matt also helped too, thank you.

forgot to add my source before I gets introuble clubwrx.net.

First Suspension Modifications FAQ

invalid@example.com (Shane86) — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:10:46 +0000

Well, since readymix took the liberty of writing such a nice horsepower step by step write up, thought i'd do one for the suspension.

How can i make my car handle better?
Well, i'm glad you asked that little billy!
why are you calling me little billy?
Shut up. i'm the one talking here. if i say your name is billy, it's billy.

Well, theres a lot that you can do to make your car handle much better, and here's my list of things to do in what order to make the most effective...

First Suspension Modifications FAQ

Nasioc FAQ's

invalid@example.com (MNAutomatic) — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:26:06 +0000

I know that many people on here are developing and posting their own FAQ's but I think we should also pull from other subaru communites. UnaBomber is a well respected member of the Nasioc community and I think this is something that should get posted on here as we have seen a recent surge in new members asking some very common questions that can be answered with some simple searching.

The link below is to UnaBombers Manifesto under the Newbie Section on Nasioc. It covers many of the...

Nasioc FAQ's

Tech: LSD function

invalid@example.com (FuJi K) — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 07:07:37 +0000

humm...I just learned how the LSD works mechanically. Posting this for a young learner, maybe too technical for him.

HERE I'm explaining how the KAAZ clutch type works.

Explaination
A differential has spider gears(pinions gears) and side gears so left and right tires can spin at different speeds. W/o it, the tires would be fighting against each other trying to spin the same speed because the INSIDE tire wants to spin slower and the OUTSIDE tire wants to spin faster. Inside tire...

Tech: LSD function

Power Modifications: STi Stage 2 and Beyond State 2 on VF-39(most apply to WRX also)

invalid@example.com (mlgez) — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 23:51:02 +0000

I want to start out by thanking a few people that have been helping along the way. These guys are great. It is nice to have people like this in the club. If I left someone out I am sorry. Mike Wray (LegacyPGT) with all his help with installs, getting parts, and ideas. Russ (WRX1) for his ideas and with tuning. Matt (bikerboy) for all of his ideas, modified injectors, and APS CAI. And last but not least thanks to Shane at DB Performance for all the dyno pulls, tuning, and for putting up with...

Power Modifications: STi Stage 2 and Beyond State 2 on VF-39(most apply to WRX also)

First Modifications FAQ

invalid@example.com (readymix) — Fri, 04 May 2007 15:28:41 +0000

This should be used in conjunction with the "Common Newbie Questions" sticky thread as a reference to new WRX and STi owners on where to begin with power mods.

Should I get an intake?
Your MAF sensor is fickle. For the stock mapping, and even for custom tunes, it likes to reside in a tube that is free of excess turbulence. And for the stock ECU mapping, it definately wants to be in a tube that is the same ID as the one Subaru engineers designed it for. There are many intakes on...

First Modifications FAQ

BOV adjustment

invalid@example.com (Rexwagon) — Wed, 02 May 2007 00:59:34 +0000

I found this on Nasioc

I dont have a BOV anymore but i thought i would copy and paste it for anyone else that may have questions.

the write up was done by Clark, a Tuner from like arizona or someplace down there.

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Most aftermarket BOV's seal at idle. Some dont... THe proper way to adjust your bov is as follows:

Drive the car in 3rd gear.
Apply enough throttle to get the boost gauge to 0.
Snap the...

BOV adjustment

All Subaru Models Info Research Site

invalid@example.com (yosmiley) — Sun, 17 Sep 2006 05:58:38 +0000

http://www.cars101.com/

Will My Warranty Cover it?

invalid@example.com (yosmiley) — Thu, 31 Aug 2006 13:25:56 +0000

What is Not Covered:

Parts Covered By Other Warranties

These warranties do not cover any parts, such as tires, which are covered by their own separate warranties.

Maintenance and Adjustment Services; Normal Deterioration

These warranties do not cover the cost of parts or labor involved in performing any normal maintenance services. There is also no coverage for normal deterioration or fading of paint, soft trim, cosmetic and appearance items.

Damage or Malfunction...

Will My Warranty Cover it?

JDM WRX/STi master list

invalid@example.com (esperunit) — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 20:12:10 +0000

All older WRX and STi types included with engine codes, series codes, body types and tranny types.

http://www.catherineandken.co.uk/sti/wrx.html

here is specific engine data:

http://www.catherineandken.co.uk/sti/engine.html

tranny and diff types:

http://www.catherineandken.co.uk/sti/trans.html

Common Newbie Questions

invalid@example.com (readymix) — Sun, 09 Oct 2005 03:24:42 +0000

Intakes, BOVs, TurboTimers and Boost Controllers...

I'm going to copy and paste this here. It is by EJ20Legacy on WRXFanatics.com. I think it is pretty well laid out and has some decent real life examples. Please read this if you have a WRX or STi and are thinking about these mods...

Common Newbie Questions