I own a relatively stock MY05 WRX. Current modifications are as follows:

• TBE
• BCS (3-port solenoid)
• Stock ECU tune (160kW ATW/18 PSI)

Continuing the theme of trying to keep modifications to a minimum whilst maintaining decent performance I'm considering a PNP stock TD04L-13T, or a TD04-19T.

I know the former won't require new injectors/fuel pump whereas the latter will however I'm happy to spend a bit more if the 19T proves to be the better route.


Any personal experience/recommendations/insight?
Anyone know any local places that I can source these from?

I've read this thread but it seems to have died a while ago.

A better option would be getting your hands on a 2nd hand vf like the vf48 neil(seagull) is selling .. still a straight swap over but will make much more power/torque once tuned

using the Perth-WRX mobile app

Which would also require fuel upgrades and spools slower than the TD04.
Who is Neil Seagull?

EDIT Plus if you're recommending IHI, why not just go the more popular/common VF34?

He is a user on here currently selling a vf turbo
.. not saying it has to be that exact one just giving an example..

You can still swap to a vf on standard fueling just cant wind it up as much as if you did upgrades

using the Perth-WRX mobile app

Yes spool on a vf slighty later in rev range however the power band is far more useable ...

using the Perth-WRX mobile app

boo that's me

You will find the best bang for your $ is the VF34 from the Version 7 Jap STI

you will need to up grade the injectors at the same time.

I have a set of injectors from a MY15 sti that will do the trick, you can fit a VF48 if you like as others have done in the past.

send me a PM if your interested