Money to burn......
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Money to burn......
Well its looking like my wife is going to give me a piece of my reenlistment bonus so I'm gonna have some coin for some upgrades. I was thinking some springs, rear sway bar w/ end links, whiteline rear strut bar, DP, boost gauge w/ pod, GP moto elbow, and the Mach V front lip. I'm looking at $1500 to $2000 for mods. What do you guys think and what would you do. Thanks
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I recommend upgrading the pads to HPS, get some coated SS brake lines and put in some ATE blue fluid as well. Good upgrade. I know different places are running package deals as well.
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I would try SAM at turbometrics or Jackie at annapolis subaru for lowest pricing. Those are basically my gotos for new parts.Bluestreak2006 wrote:Yeah I ws looking at just getting everthing from MACH V but that may not be the best use of my funds.
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Re: Money to burn......
Bluestreak2006 wrote:Well its looking like my wife is going to give me a piece of my reenlistment bonus
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Yes, I recommend QR as well.Mr Kleen wrote:you've got a good list there. DP + AP rocks
I wouldn't worry too much about the rear strut bar but it's not a complete waste on a waggon like it is for a sedan. you might want to get a quick release for it like Doc did.
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I'd say,
Brake lines and fluid (~120)
Springs + sway (~450)
endlinks by kartboy (~100)
MachV lip (~150 i think) but you need to have the Sti splitters on the car, i think
DP (~250)
AP (~300)
KYB AGX adjustable struts (rest of the money)
lol, I'd say forgot the strut bars, they are junk and the $50 ebay ones do the same thing. I'd say, do brakes, then suspension, then go fast stuff
good luck with the upgrades.
Brake lines and fluid (~120)
Springs + sway (~450)
endlinks by kartboy (~100)
MachV lip (~150 i think) but you need to have the Sti splitters on the car, i think
DP (~250)
AP (~300)
KYB AGX adjustable struts (rest of the money)
lol, I'd say forgot the strut bars, they are junk and the $50 ebay ones do the same thing. I'd say, do brakes, then suspension, then go fast stuff
good luck with the upgrades.
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1. Get the steel brake lines and ATE fluid from VIP installed for $150 while the special lasts. Have the Hawk HPS pads put on at that time as well.
2. Get a Helix catted downpipe from http://hopupracing.com/downpipeuppipe.html for $329.00 shipped.
3. Get a set of ebay headers (the kind w/o the integrated up-pipe) for $85 plus an extra $40 for shipping. They are basically Borla / HKS knock-offs, and for $125 it's a steal.
4. Get whatever springs, swaybars, endlinks, strut tower bars you want (I think only Whiteline makes the quick release version). Perhaps a set of summer only tires as well.
5. Find a cheap vf39/vf22/vf30/vf34/TD05-16G. I see vf39s used all the time for $350-$450. Heck, you can buy a new TD05-16G for $699!
6. Get a ProTune! Whether it's from MachV, Agile, Jeff Chang or Big Al (since he's coming to VIP November 11/3/07). It's worth the $250, $300, $400 to get the extra 30+ whp/ftlbs a good tune will net you.
7. Don't bother with the GPMoto Elbow, it does nothing. Skip the front lip, wagons are supposed to be stealthy not flashy.
2. Get a Helix catted downpipe from http://hopupracing.com/downpipeuppipe.html for $329.00 shipped.
3. Get a set of ebay headers (the kind w/o the integrated up-pipe) for $85 plus an extra $40 for shipping. They are basically Borla / HKS knock-offs, and for $125 it's a steal.
4. Get whatever springs, swaybars, endlinks, strut tower bars you want (I think only Whiteline makes the quick release version). Perhaps a set of summer only tires as well.
5. Find a cheap vf39/vf22/vf30/vf34/TD05-16G. I see vf39s used all the time for $350-$450. Heck, you can buy a new TD05-16G for $699!
6. Get a ProTune! Whether it's from MachV, Agile, Jeff Chang or Big Al (since he's coming to VIP November 11/3/07). It's worth the $250, $300, $400 to get the extra 30+ whp/ftlbs a good tune will net you.
7. Don't bother with the GPMoto Elbow, it does nothing. Skip the front lip, wagons are supposed to be stealthy not flashy.
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Well so much for my wagon That is a really good deal on the Helix. When I got mine for a good deal for my '04 XT, it was $360 shipped.drwrx wrote:Skip the front lip, wagons are supposed to be stealthy not flashy.
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Sorry bro, as much as I love the Blue Wasabi. With the WRB paint and the very cool wheels, stealthy it ain't.sirwilliam wrote:Well so much for my wagon.
But look who's talking, the guy with the forester that shakes mortar loose with it's exhaust rumble. It may look slealthy, but it don't sound stealthy.
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I know...went 360 when I got this one...but I like it. Right now I am all show and no go (well, a little go for stock power ) when the '04 was the opposite starting out. Regardless, w/ the WRB, stealth is out the doordrwrx wrote:Sorry bro, as much as I love the Blue Wasabi. With the WRB paint and the very cool wheels, stealthy it ain't.sirwilliam wrote:Well so much for my wagon.
But look who's talking, the guy with the forester that shakes mortar loose with it's exhaust rumble. It may look slealthy, but it don't sound stealthy.
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Thanks everyone for your tid bits. Darren I reallly don't think I'm going beyond stage 2 anytime soon. And I happen to really like the looks of an 06 w/ the lip. Plus like you already said i'm WRB and I have an HKS hi power. Not exactly sleeper. I thought the rear strut bars in the wagon actually helped out some..... But I figure stage 2 w/ some suspension work should make for an entertaining automobile. I think I will try to take advantage of the brake lines and pads though.
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This pretty much says it all for me!drwrx wrote:1. Get the steel brake lines and ATE fluid from VIP installed for $150 while the special lasts. Have the Hawk HPS pads put on at that time as well.
2. Get a Helix catted downpipe from http://hopupracing.com/downpipeuppipe.html for $329.00 shipped.
3. Get a set of ebay headers (the kind w/o the integrated up-pipe) for $85 plus an extra $40 for shipping. They are basically Borla / HKS knock-offs, and for $125 it's a steal.
4. Get whatever springs, swaybars, endlinks, strut tower bars you want (I think only Whiteline makes the quick release version). Perhaps a set of summer only tires as well.
5. Find a cheap vf39/vf22/vf30/vf34/TD05-16G. I see vf39s used all the time for $350-$450. Heck, you can buy a new TD05-16G for $699!
6. Get a ProTune! Whether it's from MachV, Agile, Jeff Chang or Big Al (since he's coming to VIP November 11/3/07). It's worth the $250, $300, $400 to get the extra 30+ whp/ftlbs a good tune will net you.
7. Don't bother with the GPMoto Elbow, it does nothing. Skip the front lip, wagons are supposed to be stealthy not flashy.
Brakes: $350 (VIP Special) - You WILL appreciate this
DP: $330
Sway's & Endlinks: $260 (Rear only... Not sure of you all (wagons) feel much difference with a front)
VF39: $380
Injectors: Free mod or get them modded ($250)
Intercooler: $100
Protune: $200-300
If you have money left over:
Wheels/Tires for summer
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I will sell you one for $275 in great condition. Comes w/ ypipe, elbow hose, and TB hose.Bluestreak2006 wrote:Yeah I think I would like to pick up an STI intercooler if I could get it on the cheap.
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He wouldn't need injectors unless he went to a turbo like the TD06-20G.Sabre wrote:Injectors: Free mod or get them modded ($250)
The 06 and up WRX has the same injectors as the STi. If he does go with an sti turbo, or one of similar size, he may want an upgraded fuel pump. But that is not really "needed."
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Yep...I will be upgrading my pump, though.drwrx wrote:He wouldn't need injectors unless he went to a turbo like the TD06-20G.Sabre wrote:Injectors: Free mod or get them modded ($250)
The 06 and up WRX has the same injectors as the STi. If he does go with an sti turbo, or one of similar size, he may want an upgraded fuel pump. But that is not really "needed."
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