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Forum: Cosmetic 19-03-2015, 11:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,215
Posted By joshwrx
It was an aftermarket heater core through ASG....

It was an aftermarket heater core through ASG. where the heater core pipes come out from the heater core it has two pipes obviously. those two pipes have been "joined" from the two pipes coming in...
Forum: Cosmetic 18-03-2015, 01:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,215
Posted By joshwrx
photo of heater core

Hi to all

Can someone please send me a photo of their heater core from inside the car? I noticed my pipe after being replaced now sticks out quite wide and will end up burning my passengers.

I...
Forum: Mechanicals 04-01-2015, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,038
Posted By joshwrx
yeah the squeak is only there when the power...

yeah the squeak is only there when the power steering belt is on it. :s
Forum: Mechanicals 02-01-2015, 07:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,038
Posted By joshwrx
when you say the upper bearings? which one do you...

when you say the upper bearings? which one do you mean? sorry to sound dumb. how could i test said bearing? or is it to just replace it?

what number is it in the photo attached?
Forum: Mechanicals 02-01-2015, 06:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,038
Posted By joshwrx
issue with alternator belt/alternator

Hi guys

i have gone through 3 different belts thinking that they are the things causing the issue. The car runs fine, but you can here the squeaking in the video attached. its a mild squeal that...
Forum: Mechanicals 17-10-2014, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,270
Posted By joshwrx
Yeah i have the springs on the car, i just wanted...

Yeah i have the springs on the car, i just wanted to make sure the top hat didnt have to align a specific way :)

cheers guys!!
Forum: Mechanicals 17-10-2014, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,270
Posted By joshwrx
top hat installation

Hi

does anyone have any information, i have tried searching, for the top hat installation?

can you put them back into the car any way? as the top hat spins, i dont know where the alignment for...
Forum: Mechanicals 17-09-2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 989
Posted By joshwrx
As a side note, sometimes the clunking is there...

As a side note, sometimes the clunking is there when I turn my steering wheel while driving, cars done 183000 and pretty much stock, never thumped with gear changes etc

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Forum: Mechanicals 17-09-2014, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 989
Posted By joshwrx
clunking noise

Hi all

i am sure this has been asked many times now possibly, but every now and then i change gears and i can hear a clunking noise right under the gearbox area. I cant tell if its the exhaust...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 06-09-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,188
Posted By joshwrx
Hopefully someone can confirm but I reckon it is...

Hopefully someone can confirm but I reckon it is sti

Did he buy it with sti motor? Surely there is papers somewhere?? Like rego paper? As vin plates won't match the sti engine number

using the...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 06-09-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,188
Posted By joshwrx
I might be wrong to say this but isn't it an sti...

I might be wrong to say this but isn't it an sti motor as it has the red intake manifold?


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Forum: Wanted 26-08-2014, 09:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 545
Posted By joshwrx
Actually it was also on channel 10, did anyone...

Actually it was also on channel 10, did anyone record the channel 10 pregame footage as well??

Cheers

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Forum: Wanted 25-08-2014, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 545
Posted By joshwrx
Is it possible to have it sent to me? Is it a...

Is it possible to have it sent to me? Is it a file on a computer? Cheers bro

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Forum: Wanted 25-08-2014, 07:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 545
Posted By joshwrx
Rugby sat 23/8

This is a long shot and I possibly am posting in the wrong section but does anyone have a recording of the rugby aust vs nz "pregame" from sat night just gone? I believe it was only available on...
Forum: Mechanicals 19-08-2014, 04:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,618
Posted By joshwrx
Now to cry in the corner when you get the heater...

Now to cry in the corner when you get the heater core replaced if you choose too, if you get yellowed and go through pits they test demister and you'll fail due to no heat :mad::mad:

using the...
Forum: Mechanicals 14-08-2014, 09:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,618
Posted By joshwrx
no worries Jezza, globe is the best thing i ever...

no worries Jezza, globe is the best thing i ever bought!! and it looks like i am having a black light party ;)

but to the original post, no my car didnt overheat, it would loose about the size of...
Forum: Mechanicals 12-08-2014, 09:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,618
Posted By joshwrx
defs sounds like heater core, had the same issue,...

defs sounds like heater core, had the same issue, its expensive to get fixed too!! i found mine didnt have any leaks on the passenger footwell, ill find a photo to show you of where i looked to find...
Forum: Mechanicals 11-08-2014, 11:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,611
Posted By joshwrx
MAF sensor o-ring and screws

Dont know if this is worth stickying but the MAF sensor screws are shocking, they seem to strip quite easily. If any of you are looking at doing a replacement at dirt cheap prices i got mine from...
Forum: Mechanicals 06-08-2014, 09:35 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 15,169
Posted By joshwrx
give this a go, i followed it on my bugeye ...

give this a go, i followed it on my bugeye

DIY Hyperflow Catch Can Install - Rexnet Subaru Forums (http://www.rexnet.com.au/forum/index.php?/topic/63773-diy-hyperflow-catch-can-install/)

For...
Forum: Mechanicals 04-08-2014, 11:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,028
Posted By joshwrx
throttle cable removal

Hi guys

i need to remove a wrx throttle cable off a gda 2002 bugeye

has anyone done it? is it hard to do? ie how to remove the cable? i am not too bad when it comes to the wrx, but i have never...
Forum: Mechanicals 13-07-2014, 11:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 846
Posted By joshwrx
Bushing upgrades

Hi guys, sorry if this sounds dumb but just wondering what bushings I should be upgrading as general driving goes? Ie bushings that should be replaced on a 2002 wrx thay has about 180000km on it?
...
Forum: Mechanicals 06-06-2014, 06:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,127
Posted By joshwrx
looks pretty rusty, if you want a cheap full...

looks pretty rusty, if you want a cheap full exhaust try this guy

02 wrx sti wrecking all parts | Wrecking | Gumtree Australia Armadale Area - Forrestdale | 1046004283...
Forum: Wanted 03-06-2014, 10:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 484
Posted By joshwrx
Or city subaru vic park-speak to reece in spare...

Or city subaru vic park-speak to reece in spare parts, i payed $14 for mine *so cheap*
Forum: Mechanicals 03-06-2014, 09:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,127
Posted By joshwrx
Exhaust Manifold Header Pipe 2 5" Oval Muffler 02...

Exhaust Manifold Header Pipe 2 5" Oval Muffler 02 07 Subaru Impreza WRX STI EJ25 | eBay...
Forum: Mechanicals 03-06-2014, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By joshwrx
richx, definately worth it!! was $16 and i bought...

richx, definately worth it!! was $16 and i bought it thurs and it came today!!

CAR Antenna Radio Stereo AM FM Signal Amplifier Booster DIN TO DIN NEW Design | eBay...
Forum: Mechanicals 03-06-2014, 09:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,127
Posted By joshwrx
if its the same one i saw online, its a...

if its the same one i saw online, its a non-branded one, i came across one exactly the same when looking on ebay!!
Forum: Mechanicals 03-06-2014, 11:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By joshwrx
Hey mate, i got one on ebay from eastern states...

Hey mate, i got one on ebay from eastern states for $16. i will see how it goes and let you know :)

apparently if you already have crappy signal then they dont fix it, they just increase the noise...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 19-05-2014, 10:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,378
Posted By joshwrx
just remember, if the owner was racing for pink...

just remember, if the owner was racing for pink slips, they might have blown the floor pan for not listening to their laptop when running the nossss!

as patch says! i have a 2002 wrx that has done...
Forum: Cosmetic 19-05-2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 877
Posted By joshwrx
correct me if im wrong, but to change the park...

correct me if im wrong, but to change the park lights, you usually have to fully remove the front headlight itself (3-4 bolts and it comes off)
Forum: Mechanicals 19-05-2014, 08:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By joshwrx
cheers mate! purchased one tonight! i dont mind...

cheers mate! purchased one tonight! i dont mind it but the partner gets a bit annoyed when she hears the radio crackling :icon_rabb:icon_rabb
Forum: Mechanicals 18-05-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By joshwrx
Thanks brett, will try that (y) its a wrx...

Thanks brett, will try that (y)

its a wrx not sti bugeye

@brett, do you mean something like this? CAR Antenna Radio FM AM Signal Amplifier Booster 12V | eBay...
Forum: Mechanicals 16-05-2014, 08:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By joshwrx
the amp turn on wire runs along side the RCA...

the amp turn on wire runs along side the RCA leads but why would any of that cause interference on the radio itself (the inputs on the radio like ipod and stuff are fine) its just the fm side of it....
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 16-05-2014, 07:46 AM
Replies: 3,593
Views: 577,469
Posted By joshwrx
Black one spotted, 2soonjnr outside the Hyundai...

Black one spotted, 2soonjnr outside the Hyundai dealership welshpool rd!

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Forum: Mechanicals 15-05-2014, 09:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,444
Posted By joshwrx
amp in boot causes interference

has anyone got a bugeye or had issues with interference from having an amp in the boot of the car?

let me explain, i have 2 amps, a 2 channel and a mono block. originally i didnt have interference...
Forum: Mechanicals 04-05-2014, 10:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,249
Posted By joshwrx
So the car has been fixed but i am still getting...

So the car has been fixed but i am still getting a faint smell of coolant (sweet smell) anyone have any ideas why?

its not as strong as what it was, and the car is going back to ASG to get it...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 29-04-2014, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3,593
Views: 577,469
Posted By joshwrx
Yellow gc in kalamunda!! using the Perth-WRX...

Yellow gc in kalamunda!!

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Forum: Mechanicals 28-04-2014, 09:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,312
Posted By joshwrx
accelerator (gas) pedal squeak

Hi PWRX

once again i am in seeking for some advice. i have a 2002 wrx with about 175000km on the clock. the car is almost mechanically sound (minus a small vac leak). i was replacing a intercooler...
Forum: Mechanicals 24-04-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
hi to all again, i made a boost leak tester and...

hi to all again, i made a boost leak tester and ran it on the car...the pcv tubing across intercooler had air rushing out of it (along the right hand side that goes down near the fuel pump...i have...
Forum: Mechanicals 21-04-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
When you say that, as in reset ecu and let it...

When you say that, as in reset ecu and let it warm up and then run wot etc?

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Forum: Mechanicals 21-04-2014, 11:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
Best way to test as its vacuum side? Do the leak...

Best way to test as its vacuum side? Do the leak test with a compressor and see if air leaks?

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Forum: Mechanicals 20-04-2014, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
And if any of you watched the clip, the maf is ok...

And if any of you watched the clip, the maf is ok right? Sorry to ask so many questions :confused:

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Forum: Mechanicals 20-04-2014, 10:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
could it be that after installing inlet pipe and...

could it be that after installing inlet pipe and reinstalling the maf that its now not in the same position it expects it to be, i know they are quite sensitive in terms of where they are located on...
Forum: Mechanicals 20-04-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
i ran it with stock filter and still issues are...

i ran it with stock filter and still issues are there

@rossco sorry to sound dumb :p what is the best way to find the leak? do i need to run the "bubble test" with a squirt bottle that has some...
Forum: Mechanicals 20-04-2014, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,157
Posted By joshwrx
idle issues 2002 wrx

background information:
2002 wrx 2.0litre (stock except for fuel pump, grimmspeed ebcs and k&n short ram filter kit)

Since changing my inlet pipe (from maf to turbo) i have been having an idling...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 30-03-2014, 09:39 PM
Replies: 3,593
Views: 577,469
Posted By joshwrx
was anyone on pwrx at the car accident last night...

was anyone on pwrx at the car accident last night on beeliar drive? i saw something stopped there that was a wrx but didnt know if they were on here!
Forum: Mechanicals 13-03-2014, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,249
Posted By joshwrx
Are they replaceable yourself? Ie do I need to...

Are they replaceable yourself? Ie do I need to regas the aircon and all that? Or just drain the coolant?

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Forum: Mechanicals 12-03-2014, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,249
Posted By joshwrx
btw, as a side note, what would be the long term...

btw, as a side note, what would be the long term issues? ie will i end up just loosing all coolant from heater core inside my car? and the car overheating?
Forum: Mechanicals 12-03-2014, 11:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,249
Posted By joshwrx
heater cooling issue

Hi to all,

i know this has been asked quite a bit and explained but i just want to know based on my situation:

-->turned on heater the other day and got a coolant smell
-->coolant level in car...
Forum: For Sale 11-03-2014, 11:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,354
Posted By joshwrx
sold, mods please close!

sold, mods please close!
Forum: For Sale 09-03-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,354
Posted By joshwrx
woops, looking at the links, its definately...

woops,

looking at the links, its definately STD???,STD shock absorber - JIHSHYH AUTOMOBILE INTERNATIONAL CO.,LTD. (http://www.std.com.tw/product/product02.php)!!
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