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Forum: Mechanicals 05-06-2015, 07:09 PM
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Sticky: Which Tyres???
Views: 107,257
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
On GC8 with the 16x7 rims the stock size is of...

On GC8 with the 16x7 rims the stock size is of course 205/50 16...
I was wondering if anybody has thoughts on running 225/45 16? :)

I am looking at getting the Dunlop Z2 Star-Spec --
While it...
Forum: Cosmetic 23-05-2015, 01:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,549
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Imported rim choice for GC8

May I ask, which iconically Subaru rims, you would choose out of the following used rims to put on a (red) GC8? They should work out roughly similar in terms of shipped price.

Advan RG-17 17x7.5...
Forum: Mechanicals 12-05-2015, 11:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,893
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
It will be because they worked out that f*** all...

It will be because they worked out that f*** all drop is the ideal amount to not ruin the handling of a GR :o I think the drop compared to early model WRXes is more and compared to late GR STis is...
Forum: Cosmetic 12-05-2015, 11:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,319
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Ah, that's a good idea. :)

Ah, that's a good idea. :)
Forum: Subaru Related 12-05-2015, 04:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,185
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Can't go past MCA Blues. :) I would also...

Can't go past MCA Blues. :)

I would also consider the HSD Monopros - as they are also tuned properly for the car like the MCAs are. And replacement parts, different springs, rebuilds etc are...
Forum: Cosmetic 12-05-2015, 04:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,319
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
What rear wing is this (classic)?

I've never seen this wing before... It seems to have a brake light in it, which suggests it's some kind of OEM wing?

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxNjAw/z/Ni4AAOSwstxVTgzy/$_20.JPG...
Forum: Mechanicals 09-05-2015, 01:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,893
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
It's hard to find good springs though. RCE...

It's hard to find good springs though.

RCE (Racecomp Engineering) springs are probably your best bet for properly R+Ded springs that are well matched to your GR shocks and chassis.
Forum: Mechanicals 08-05-2015, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,839
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Strut suggestions for GC8 Impreza

TL;DR: Looking for a strut that is suited to 4.5kg/mm front and 4k rear springs on a GC8... Planning to use stock top hats. Tired of overly stiff coilovers which are super planted on perfectly...
Forum: Wanted 14-04-2015, 10:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 602
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
WTB: GC8 STi RA Quick Rack

Yup, I am after one of these super rare parts, just like everybody else is! :p

I don't know if this is a realistic request, lol. :rolleyes:

(Note I am in Adelaide and wil pay for courier etc.)
Forum: Mechanicals 02-04-2015, 09:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,478
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
It's much better to get an STi six-speed and STi...

It's much better to get an STi six-speed and STi rear diff nowadays.

Just pick up the WRX gears (be they normal or PPG) and compare to the thickness of the STi gears - you will see why in an...
Forum: Cosmetic 03-01-2015, 04:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,353
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
The V1-4 STi front lip? :D ...

The V1-4 STi front lip? :D

http://www.autozine.org/Archive/Subaru/classic/Impreza_WRX_STI_ver4.jpg Nice!!

There seem to a few for sale on Import Monster.

I'm a fan of it! :) It doesn't...
Forum: Mechanicals 17-12-2014, 06:53 PM
Replies: 649
Sticky: Which Tyres???
Views: 107,257
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Pilot sport 3 215/45/17 are on special @ bob jane...

Pilot sport 3 215/45/17 are on special @ bob jane $159ea... I think that's a good price for a 17" road tyre.
Forum: Cosmetic 17-12-2014, 05:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 27,681
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Ah, the hubcentric rings from the aftermarket...

Ah, the hubcentric rings from the aftermarket wheels got stuck to the brake rotor... Rusty grimey mess, it's hard to tell what's what.

Feel free to delete! lol :D
Forum: Mechanicals 17-12-2014, 04:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,285
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Bugeye rims don't fit on GC (98)!?

Hmm... Centrebore of 58m on the wheels, centrebore of ~73mm (I think) on the car. Do'h! :violent1:

But I've seen them fitted before. I don't understand.
They are the same style rims as in...
Forum: Mechanicals 17-11-2014, 11:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,270
Posted By F-4 Fireworks
Stock 98 oil pan OK for track?

After reading up on oil starvation issues, I am little concerned whether the stock 98 WRX (EJ20"G") oil pan is OK for track use or will it contribute to oil starvation issues and bye, bye engine....
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