Hi All, just chasing some general info on the V4 Sti, I might be getting one, I know it has DCCD, appreciate any info, or links.

cheers

V4 STI doesn't have DCCD, only the Type RA and Type R versions of the classic shape came with DCCD.

If its a V4 its probably a jap model, so it will be 4.44 diffs, 100 octane tune, and probably pretty quick in its current state.

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MY93 Impreza GX 1.8L, 0hp, 0nm

Japanese-spec

Version I (10/92 – 08/94) - GC8A/B
The first STi was known simply as "STi" (there was no "version" moniker added to the name until the version II). 100 Imprezas per month were produced starting from February 1994. In March, production was stabilized to 100 STis a month. It had 250 PS (184 kW; 247 bhp) at 6500 rpm and 31.5 kgf·m (309 N·m) at 3500 rpm and weighed 1230 kg (2,710 lb). Before the STi, the highest trimline of the Impreza was the WRX and the WRX RA, first manufactured in November 1992. This version of the STi was the only version where the standard cars were taken at the end of the assembly line and replaced by STi parts. After this version, the standard STi was built alongside the WRX on the production lines.

The WRX STi Type RA (marketing has made usage of the RA acronym in various ways; Record Attempt[4] is the current usage. "R = Racing, A = Group A, FIA the racing class the WRC Impreza competes in" has also been confirmed by Subaru of Japan; the correspondence can be seen on the discussion board for this article) produced 275 PS (202 kW; 271 bhp) and 32.5 kgf·m (319 N·m) of torque. This version of the WRX STi was a stripped out car that had no sound-deadening, radio or air-conditioning. It came sparsely equipped as it was to be sold to racing teams that would throw out the cheap parts for racing parts. This version of the WRX came with a Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD). This device was an electromechanical differential that could lock the differential. The DCCD would be beneficial to people who used it in various rally conditions.


Version II (09/95 – 08/96) - GC8C
The regular STi's engine output stood at 275 PS (202 kW; 271 bhp) and 32.5 kgf·m (319 N·m) of torque. This was the year that STi started painting the intake manifold red. The car weighed 1240 kg (2734 lb) and had gold wheels like the one on the World Rally Championship Impreza.

The V-limited STi edition was produced. It was a limited edition that was often used to celebrate a Manufacturer or Driver title award to Subaru's World Rally Team. The interior is colored blue on the seat inserts and carpeting. The WRX Type RA STi received a radio and air-conditioning in the V-limited form. 1000 WRX STi Version 2 V-limited were produced. 555 (the cigarette brand that was the premier sponsor of the Subaru World Rally Team and became synonymous with the Impreza WRC livery) WRX Type RA STi Version 2 V-limited were produced. And that's that.

Version III (09/96 – 08/97) - GC8D
The engine was vastly updated and was given the name Boxer Master 4. It developed about 300PS but output was reported at the then-established gentlemen's agreement power limit of 280 PS (276 hp/206 kW). Torque peaked at 4000 rpm with a value of 35.0 kgf·m (343 N·m). Standard this version has a top speed of over 240 km. The car gained 10 more kilograms and weighed at 1250 kg (2756 lb). The STi shared the same face lift that the rest of the Impreza line received.

With Version III came the start of the coupe version of the WRX STi. It is called the WRX Type R STi. The coupe was chosen by Prodrive for use in the WRC because it was smaller, lighter and stiffer than the 4-door version. It was essentially a 2-door version of the WRX Type RA STi meaning it had DCCD, minimal sound insulation, close-gear ratios and hardened gearbox. This car also has a water-spray nozzle to dampen the top of the intercooler. The water will then evaporate, taking heat away from the intercooler and cooling the intake charge. This car was produced on an order-only basis.

Also there was WRX STI type RA (4-door) available in Version 3, they have the same motor, gearbox and R180 diff as the Version 3 WRX STI Type R, including DCCD, aluminium bonnet and front guards, no sound deadening and thinner glass. The ECU is also an exclusive tune. The Type R tends to be a bit stiffer and weighs 1190 kg (2624 lb). The DCCD has been known to bite new drivers in the wet. The RA gets a roof vent, instead of map lights, and wind up windows, although electrics are an option from factory.

Also available was a WRX Type R V-limited, in version 3. It has a WRX motor with no forged internals like the STI, and it misses out on the 4 pot front brakes as they are to be installed by rally teams. It has a roof vent and is lightweight, making a good base for a rally car.

Version 3 STI runs a VF23 IHI ball bearing turbocharger while the JDM non-STI gets a VF22.

Version IV (09/97 – 08/98) - GC8E
Power remained at 280bhp

The interior and the cockpit were changed into a newer design along with the new "black color" gauges.

And Minor Things Like A.B.S Were Added Into The Mixture.


HTH

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More Specifics:


1997.08 : Impreza WRX & Impreza WRX STi 4 [ Type E ]
The latest Impreza WRX update has only minor changes. The Impreza WRX series features Subaru's SURETRAC rear LSD. (except Type-RA STi and Type-R STi).
Horsepower 250PS/6000rpm torque 31.2kg-m/4000rpm (wagon)
Horsepower 280PS/6500rpm torque 36.0kg-m/4000rpm (WRX STi version).
1998.01 : The Impreza WRX STi 4 V-limited & type R V-limited .
The Impreza WRX Type-RA STi 4 V-limited package includes auto air conditioning, power window, powered door locks, electric door mirrors, a faster steering rack and front helical LSD. The Impreza WRX Type-R V-limited package includes STi engine that is the same as the Type-R STi, ABS, fog lamps, auto air conditioning, power windows, central locking, electric door mirrors, but no intercooler water splay.
The Impreza WRX Type-R STi V-limited package is the same as standard type-R STi except for the emblems and body colour.

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It is a Jap spec model, front cut, also has the 260/280 km/h dash.

Thanks for the info all...

180km/hr dash is japanese
280km/hr dash is australian/euro/other markets, none of which had an STI until V5 (Australia was the first market to recieve an STI model outside Japan with the MY99 V5).

post up some more details / photos before you drop the coin!!

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It looks as though it is a aftermarket dash/cluster.

I have seen the front cut, has the DCCD switch and lights on the dash, it is the type RA.

Was a complete running car, but had to be cut in half (which is a sin) to come here..

cheers

If it's for the track/road it'll be a great combo as it is, if it's just a daily you'll find the gearing a bit of a pain on the freeway, about 500rpm higher at 110kph & at on the qtr mile, instead of crossing the line in 4th you'll be well into 5th. Still a high 12sec car with just breathing mods & zorst on the standard computer and pretty economical with it.
Only thing I would change is the VF24 to a VF23 & the computer adjusts quite well to changes too. they also seem quite happy to run on 98ron, mine has for the past 4yrs.

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Beaten up old 98 Gen 2 Liberty, 13.0, stock V3 STI running gear.
07 Transit motor home
69 VF & 70 VG Valiants needing full restoration
Yamaha Zooma 50cc rocket hopefully going with the Transit.

It is going to be my second car, will keep the Spec C under wraps for the time being.

Want something cheaper to run around in, thats a bit of a sleeper, just got to find a donor car, any ideas anyone??

cheers

if you jump on car sales you will find a version 4 & 5 typeRA's, one rebirthed and the other personal imported....both for a lot less than you may think, could be an option?