Hey people

So i have been searching through the forums at the various threads on the newer generation Subaru engines, the EJ255 & EJ257...and i see that basically everybody favors the EJ207 for reliability & higher power output etc.

I have also been researching on the internet (import tuner) Here is a good read for anybody owning a EJ255 & EJ257: The Truth Behind The Subaru EJ-Series Engines

Notice that Crawford Performance say that at a power figure of 400awhp: "For an EJ255 and EJ257, all the block needs is a set of forged pistons . 400 whp is when cylinder pressures are high enough that a random knock event can take out the stock pistons. The rest of the internals are more than up to the task"

Now The reason i posted this is because recently i have purchased & installed the following on my MY13 WRX, but i am really thinking about buying a EJ257 short-block, as i really want to reach the 380-400AWHP Mark

- Fast Motorsport Top Mount Intercooler
- Takeda Cold Air intake
- Turbosmart Plumback BPV
- 1000cc Five O Motorsport Injectors
- Deatschwerks 65c High Flow Fuel Pump
- Turbo Back Exhaust 3" Throughout
- Tuned by Evolution R - (300awhp @ 17-19psi)

Here is the block i am thinking about purchasing: Celtic Motorsport

So Here are my questions:

1. What is your opinion/has anybody bought a forged block from Celtic Motorsport?

2. Is there a cheaper alternative? e.g can i do anything else to achieve say 350awhp with what i already have & call it a day ( i know the EJ255 is pushing it here...pistons, rods etc..) i don't want knock knock.....boom

3. How strong is the 5 speed transmission in the MY13 Model WRX? Will i be pushing my car down the off ramp like my last car? (500rwhp XR6 Turbo, ZF gearbox & input shaft said bye bye ;P) Would this 5 speed still be suitable with a forged short-block, increased power?

4. If i was to buy a EJ207 instead...will it be direct drop in, i wont need to buy anything else? everything bolts on? I would much prefer to 2.5L !

Give me some thoughts

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