From what I understand the STi doesn't have a CAT in the upipe and the WRX (04) does. This is based on the manual which has diagrams showing the locations of the CATS.

Haven't pulled the heat shield to check out the turbo yet, but I have heard it is not twin scroll.

You'll like the Blue/Gold, though it catches a lot of attention. The rims are not fun to clean either, but well worth it. I finally put some polish on them the other day so the brake dust comes off easier.

 

Gotta do that as well. Just any wax or whatever? Had the wheels off last night cleaning, still not easy and of course today they are coated. Hah. Oh well, woulda been nice with gunmetal since it would blend more. =)

 

The turbo is a VF39 its a new model. Shares the Ihi 55 housing though. the twin scrool is a vf36.

 

Dave,

When the rims are clean just wax them like you would the rest of the car. It'll take a while with those rims. After that you should find that the brake dust comes off a little easier when you wash it.

 

I am guessing that wax doesn't hurt the wheels does it?

 

Personally I wouldn't use normal car wax. Maybe I'm just **** and want things done right but there are products out there made specifically for rims. Just make sure you get the right product. Don't use mag & aluminum polish becaue its abbrasive. I think mothes, meguires, eagle one, zymol, all make stuff for wheels with clear coat finishes. I havent decided which one I'll use yet. I'll admit though....cleaning the rims are a b**ch....

 

SSRs, they're real easy to clean. I can even clean the inside of the wheel that you normally can't get to. Lots of clearance.

San

 

Like my Advans with stock brakes. I could put my whole hand inside the wheel was so nice. =) The BBS have so many spokes and then the divits cut into each. I just pull the wheels off, doesnt take too long and lets me get to the brembos as well...

 

The STI (JDM) twinscroll turbo is a VF37.. I know, I have one in my hands right now.

 

Volks are easy to clean too and you can fit Stoptech under them.

 

San

 

hijacked!

And whored, too

 

Last time I checked both my sets are 17's.

 

I meant my wheels (16") not being able to house Stoptechs. I knew yours were 17". Didn't know you were the lucky recipient of the Stoptechs until your post though. Nice.

San