I'm planning to do some upgrading...need help, and have Qs.
12-13-2003 | 05:02 PM
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I do head down to Union City once in a while and I do know where Krispy Kreme donuts you guys are talking about...but are there other girls there with fixed up subarus??....I don't want to be the only one. Man...my boyfriend made everything sound so easy, I didn't know there was that much to it. Maybe I can teach him a thing or two now hehe=) Thanks for the insight.
12-13-2003 | 05:29 PM
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There's a few female WRX owners here on the boards. Ayapon and babysmurf are perhpas the most well-known here; they both know their stuff.
As for my advice, I'd go like this:
1. Silencer removal with Green panel filter
2. New wheels and tires (the stockers are super sucky)
3. Minor suspension work (strut bracers, etc.)
4. Boost controller and other gauges/electronics
5. Uppipe
6. Turboback or downpipe+catback
7. Brakes and brakelines
8. Major suspension work (coilovers, or new springs and dampers)
From here you should have a very effective street machine, but if you want more:
9. New turbo
10. New intercooler and hoses (ASAP after the turbo)
11. Swap out stock airbox for a short ram (Blitz LM, HKS supersuction, or ARC special box if you intend on off-roading)
12. New BOV (avoid the atmospheric ones; this isn't my area of expertise so don't quote me here...)
13. Transmission work (STi 6 speed, new clutch like Exedy or Ogura, possibly new flywheel)
14. Interior work (Racing seats, roll cage, "car diet", etc.)
15. Cosmetics (aerodynamics, etc)
After every power-enhancing step, make sure you either get your ECU reset/reflashed, or if you have the means (skills, tools, electronics) you can DIY you ECU.
Good luck! Welcome to the world of addictive Impreza motoring :banana:
As for my advice, I'd go like this:
1. Silencer removal with Green panel filter
2. New wheels and tires (the stockers are super sucky)
3. Minor suspension work (strut bracers, etc.)
4. Boost controller and other gauges/electronics
5. Uppipe
6. Turboback or downpipe+catback
7. Brakes and brakelines
8. Major suspension work (coilovers, or new springs and dampers)
From here you should have a very effective street machine, but if you want more:
9. New turbo
10. New intercooler and hoses (ASAP after the turbo)
11. Swap out stock airbox for a short ram (Blitz LM, HKS supersuction, or ARC special box if you intend on off-roading)
12. New BOV (avoid the atmospheric ones; this isn't my area of expertise so don't quote me here...)
13. Transmission work (STi 6 speed, new clutch like Exedy or Ogura, possibly new flywheel)
14. Interior work (Racing seats, roll cage, "car diet", etc.)
15. Cosmetics (aerodynamics, etc)
After every power-enhancing step, make sure you either get your ECU reset/reflashed, or if you have the means (skills, tools, electronics) you can DIY you ECU.
Good luck! Welcome to the world of addictive Impreza motoring :banana:
12-13-2003 | 05:36 PM
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Car Info: Random, yet well planed selection of jdm cult cars
Originally posted by babygurl
I do head down to Union City once in a while and I do know where Krispy Kreme donuts you guys are talking about...but are there other girls there with fixed up subarus??....I don't want to be the only one. Man...my boyfriend made everything sound so easy, I didn't know there was that much to it. Maybe I can teach him a thing or two now hehe=) Thanks for the insight.
I do head down to Union City once in a while and I do know where Krispy Kreme donuts you guys are talking about...but are there other girls there with fixed up subarus??....I don't want to be the only one. Man...my boyfriend made everything sound so easy, I didn't know there was that much to it. Maybe I can teach him a thing or two now hehe=) Thanks for the insight.
12-13-2003 | 05:43 PM
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From: Longing for my ol' white '02 WRX :(
Car Info: 2016 Acura RDX ... meh. Um, nice subwoofer?
Weird, I could swear I saw a similar post like 6 months ago with a similar female-ish name in the ej20t forum. Weird.
Andre are you trolling? Heh.
jason
Andre are you trolling? Heh.
jason
12-13-2003 | 11:23 PM
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From: HK / BAIC (still in denial)
Car Info: '08 GT3/'08 Cayenne Turbo/'02 WRX Sedan/'95 E36 M3
Originally posted by cyyeo
My opinion:
1)Start with wheels and tires
2)Bigger sway bars
3)Upgrade suspensions according to your needs
4)Cat back exhaust
5)Upgrade the brakes.
After doing all the upgrades above, then
consider modding the engine if you don't
mind the extra wear and tear on the engine.
My opinion:
1)Start with wheels and tires
2)Bigger sway bars
3)Upgrade suspensions according to your needs
4)Cat back exhaust
5)Upgrade the brakes.
After doing all the upgrades above, then
consider modding the engine if you don't
mind the extra wear and tear on the engine.
and yes! i am a resident uckk attendee and a girl *gasp*
i also track my car, so if you have any questions about driving in addition to ur mods, come find me at a uckk meet 
12-14-2003 | 05:16 PM
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Car Info: 2002 WRX Wagon
Originally posted by ldivinag
best mod: high perf driving school.
mod that follows you forever...
best mod: high perf driving school.
mod that follows you forever...
fix the problem behind the wheel before you start messing around with your brand new car.
also, a set of S-03s or other max perf tire will take your driving experience to a whole new level if you enjoy driving the car and not just telling people about it and showing it to people.
the bottom line is that you're going to get a different answer from each person you talk to, so learning about the pros and cons of each mod you make is the only way to make sure you're doing things to make your car "better" for you.
good luck and welcome to the club y0!!
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