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Forum: Mechanicals 10-10-2014, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 756
Posted By Patch
Ultrex or Kinugawa Headers sold by Kando Dynamics...

Ultrex or Kinugawa Headers sold by Kando Dynamics on Ebay are good. Same product, both of which are unbranded Tomei expreme units. Very good quality, they fit and come with all associated hardware -...
Forum: Mechanicals 10-10-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 756
Posted By s20525xxx
I literaly got one from Ultrex, top quality, It...

I literaly got one from Ultrex, top quality, It si also rebranded Tomei (from the same factory). Get equal length plz, its more efficient way of collecting Exhasut gas, and it helps to even exhaust...
Forum: Mechanicals 07-10-2014, 01:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,200
Posted By s20525xxx
Motul gear 300 is what im using now. If u have...

Motul gear 300 is what im using now. If u have worn sychro then use redline shockproof.

6speed has two drain plugs, not sure about 5speed. Drains it when its hot, it will take a bit less than 4L,...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 10-07-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,482
Posted By illrhymes
for future reference

for future reference
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 08-07-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,482
Posted By matto20v
A-Part, in Malaga. Now hit that "Thanks"...

A-Part, in Malaga.

Now hit that "Thanks" button.
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 08-07-2014, 10:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,482
Posted By Strubaru
mick at japline is a deadset legend, very helpful...

mick at japline is a deadset legend, very helpful bloke

you can also try a-part wreckers around the corner on victoria ave

both have lots & lots of subi parts, but no evo parts, as i recently...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 08-07-2014, 10:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,482
Posted By thehowlfactor
Japline is another place you could try Japline ...

Japline is another place you could try Japline (http://www.japline.com.au/) or Rising Sun Subaru in the Eastern States Rising Sun Subaru (http://www.risingsunsubaru.com.au/)
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 08-07-2014, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,482
Posted By s20525xxx
Yes, they have closed down. using the...

Yes, they have closed down.

using the Perth-WRX mobile app
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 08-07-2014, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,482
Posted By thehowlfactor
They have closed down. Have a read of this for...

They have closed down. Have a read of this for more details JWS (http://www.perth-wrx.com/vb/general-subaru-discussion/58477-jws.html)
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 07-07-2014, 09:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 891
Posted By Rossco
The factory key still has a transponder chip in...

The factory key still has a transponder chip in it.

You need the transponder for the car to start (the immobilizer is built into the engine ECU and cannot be removed or switched off permanently).
Forum: Mechanicals 30-04-2014, 02:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 603
Posted By joshrx
Front, rear, or both scrape under load? On...

Front, rear, or both scrape under load?

On top of guard rolling, try stiffer springs, or increase sway bar diameters to reduce bodyroll.


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Forum: Mechanicals 29-04-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 603
Posted By Soksta
Roll the guards. There is a thread dedicated to...

Roll the guards.
There is a thread dedicated to it here (http://www.perth-wrx.com/vb/mechanicals/8929-guard-rolling.html).

Heard some good feedback about Des from AutoFX...
Forum: Mechanicals 25-04-2014, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 922
Posted By thehowlfactor
Whiteline and Cusco both have good reputations. ...

Whiteline and Cusco both have good reputations. All depends on how much you are willing to spend.
Forum: Mechanicals 06-04-2014, 02:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,044
Posted By joshrx
Black springs are usually OEM. Colored...

Black springs are usually OEM.

Colored springs are aftermarket. Eg yellow is king springs, pink is STI, green is tein, some pedders are red, cusco blue etc...

Better off getting a torch, pen...
Forum: Mechanicals 30-03-2014, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 992
Posted By pmh
Change springs without upgrading struts is not...

Change springs without upgrading struts is not good over time

Kings, whiteline, STi with koni or Kyb struts are good start
Or find a set of STi springs with STi struts
Forum: Mechanicals 30-03-2014, 02:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 992
Posted By ALLPAWS
Don't see the point in doing just springs these...

Don't see the point in doing just springs these days with cheap coilovers available.

Scratch that, just saw a set of 30mm lowered King's Springs on ebay for $225 shipped.
Forum: Mechanicals 30-03-2014, 02:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 992
Posted By Patch
Lots of people use King Springs, they're easy to...

Lots of people use King Springs, they're easy to find and reasonably priced. Lots of height options depending on how much you value your exhaust and undercarrage remaining scrape free.

You can...
Forum: Cosmetic 30-03-2014, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,871
Posted By amtrapid
Torque your spacers and wheel nuts with a torque...

Torque your spacers and wheel nuts with a torque wrench don't over tighten them.
Use the correct nuts conical or flat back . Don't buy cheap shit .

If you have an accident and insurance finds...
Forum: Cosmetic 30-03-2014, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,871
Posted By ALLPAWS
I had 5mm slip on spacers on my back wheels to...

I had 5mm slip on spacers on my back wheels to clear the coilovers. Did quite a few track days with no issues. One experienced mechanic told me it was a bad idea and a experienced racer told me that...
Forum: Cosmetic 29-03-2014, 10:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,871
Posted By s20525xxx
U need go for 20mm+ bolt on spacers to avoid...

U need go for 20mm+ bolt on spacers to avoid grinding oem studs. Perrin does have them. 450 shipped.

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Forum: Cosmetic 29-03-2014, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,871
Posted By WhiteRX
i cringe when i see those pictures above - looks...

i cringe when i see those pictures above - looks scary as f**K but I'm sure a good quality space would be no problems, obviously illegal but you would have to use bolt on spacers, especially for...
Forum: Cosmetic 29-03-2014, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,871
Posted By Patch
As far as I know you only start talking extended...

As far as I know you only start talking extended wheel studs when dealing with slip on spacers. The factory wheel studs are designed for a certain wheel centre thickness and factory nut thread...
Forum: Cosmetic 29-03-2014, 09:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,871
Posted By Dan [GTI]
In my opinion spacers are a waste of time, money...

In my opinion spacers are a waste of time, money and when used with anything other then light street driving can be dangerous... 15mm spacers are just daft and you will want new extended bolts.


...
Forum: Mechanicals 06-02-2014, 07:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,123
Posted By Strubaru
yeah i think the swaybars are different between...

yeah i think the swaybars are different between the hatch and the sedan, i have a GDB sti rear swaybar and the stock links are on a shitty angle

heres a pic of mine withe the sedan front guards,...
Forum: Mechanicals 29-01-2014, 02:39 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By American Dave
My advise is decide what you are looking to...

My advise is decide what you are looking to achieve with the car first. Then if its coilovers maybe have a ride in car with the brand you are looking at buying. Lots of members here running different...
Forum: Mechanicals 29-01-2014, 11:16 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By mitchwnz
I had this same problem when looking to upgrade...

I had this same problem when looking to upgrade my suspension. The conclusion, cheap coilovers destroy the car as a daily (usually) STD's, HSD's tend to be spine killers. I've had HSD's before and...
Forum: Mechanicals 29-01-2014, 09:18 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By nauli
If you can't afford some decent new coilovers (ie...

If you can't afford some decent new coilovers (ie $2500 +) or if you can't find some quality ones (eg Tein SS, KW V3, DMS 40, G4's) second hand in good nick, then you are better off getting...
Forum: Mechanicals 27-01-2014, 12:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By dnbosiris
Don't buy cheap coilovers. I switched from cheap...

Don't buy cheap coilovers. I switched from cheap coilies to lowered eibach Springs and kept stock sti dampers. Car rides smooth enough for the road and performs well at the track imo.
Forum: Mechanicals 25-01-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By RUSSGT
My BC BR cool overs where wicked. Cheap. Top 2 in...

My BC BR cool overs where wicked. Cheap. Top 2 in my class at sprint series. Top 7 over all. Lots of adjustment.
Forum: Mechanicals 25-01-2014, 12:45 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By mavx4
any particular reason you want coilovers? there...

any particular reason you want coilovers?
there are other alternatives like koni inserts if you just want to change the shocks
Forum: Mechanicals 24-01-2014, 11:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By dtrally
If the lower section can be removed (ie; it...

If the lower section can be removed (ie; it screws off) then they won't be top quality.
Cheap coilovers are often made in this fashion to enable one leg to suit a variety of different applications,...
Forum: Mechanicals 24-01-2014, 11:13 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By phizzle
I had zero problems with fully adjustable HSD...

I had zero problems with fully adjustable HSD coilovers, don't know how much they are now but back in the day they were excellent for less than $1500
Forum: Mechanicals 24-01-2014, 09:42 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,094
Posted By RJ999
Use search box above... lots of good coilovers...

Use search box above... lots of good coilovers depends if you want to do it right and spend some money...Tein SS as a minimum and KW Variant 3 if you have the money.

If you want anything cheaper...
Forum: Mechanicals 15-01-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,284
Posted By gorotsuki69
do a resonator/snorkus removal = free and ...

do a resonator/snorkus removal = free
and
http://www.perth-wrx.com/vb/mechanicals/49912-under-$10-tuna-mods;-1-blow-off-valve-grub.html

will give you more choo choo for almost nothing
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