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Forum: Your Driveway 10-11-2023, 10:25 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Went down on Wednesday straight from work, didn't...

Went down on Wednesday straight from work, didn't change a thing. Couldn't quite get the 10. Mate was T54, 2018 RS3 full bolt ons running the same software but dropped his tyre pressures.

Need to...
Forum: Your Driveway 20-09-2023, 07:19 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
That's next on the list. Will head down in the...

That's next on the list. Will head down in the next few weeks. Got the wheels on though, this is on stock suspension, for now. :)

https://i.ibb.co/Fb96BM0/PXL-20230920-043436569-EDIT.jpg
...
Forum: Your Driveway 31-08-2023, 01:39 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Got a set of Weds delivered and prepping to fit...

Got a set of Weds delivered and prepping to fit them.

https://i.ibb.co/bPvdCxX/PXL-20230829-090858249-2.jpg

Props to John Fowler as usual.

Many choose the trusted Michelen Pilot Sport's for...
Forum: Your Driveway 11-03-2023, 11:37 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Got some time and help to setup the flex e85 side...

Got some time and help to setup the flex e85 side of things. Using DynoSpectrum software, flex 85 is fully supported and simple to do with a little wiring and an ethanol sensor.

The software is...
Forum: Mechanicals 08-12-2022, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 608
Posted By RichX
E85/Flex all the way! Crazy how much difference...

E85/Flex all the way! Crazy how much difference 1cm makes.
Forum: Your Driveway 24-11-2022, 08:48 AM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Planning to set it up on flex E85. Just add Dyno...

Planning to set it up on flex E85. Just add Dyno Spectrum DS1 Platform / SRM E85 Sensor. :cool:
Forum: Your Driveway 12-11-2022, 08:35 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Took it down the plex on Wednesday and it did an...

Took it down the plex on Wednesday and it did an 11.3 @ 199kp/h with no prep. Might have another 10th or so in it as is, but will need e85 and a retune to get to 10s.
Forum: Your Driveway 08-09-2022, 02:29 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Cheers for that. I went and had a chat to...

Cheers for that.

I went and had a chat to those boys a few weeks ago. Mainly as I reached out to Ollie at WestCar to do a ceramic coat/detail on it - so it was nice to see everything happening...
Forum: Your Driveway 05-09-2022, 09:14 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Jesus christ it's odd reading this thread, and...

Jesus christ it's odd reading this thread, and many others after such a long time. The WRX is gone now, it drove out the driveway a few weeks back and it was sad to see it go after what's been such...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 19-03-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 51,865
Posted By RichX
lol. seems hard to get the s word out.

lol. seems hard to get the s word out.
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 12-02-2016, 06:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,451
Posted By RichX
Not too many breakages for me. I'm pretty...

Not too many breakages for me. I'm pretty sympathetic on cars.

#1 Brant. Fucked me over for a while. Ripped it out.

#2 Front right brake line. Came off it's clip, rubbed against the inner wheel...
Forum: Your Driveway 10-02-2016, 11:28 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 25,411
Posted By RichX
Good work on getting out here for that. It was...

Good work on getting out here for that. It was far to hot for me. Had a few hot days out there, and as you do - I end up short shifting too, as power is significantly down, and there is just no need...
Forum: Mechanicals 09-02-2016, 08:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,996
Posted By RichX
Will you be retaining the CAI? Just curious.

Will you be retaining the CAI? Just curious.
Forum: Autronic Discussion 07-02-2016, 03:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,101
Posted By RichX
Putting it out there before I dig further, or...

Putting it out there before I dig further, or call ASG to double check.

A/C related question when running an Autronic SM4.

On the stock ECU, when car has accessories on, and you have the A/C on...
Forum: Your Driveway 01-02-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 41,318
Posted By RichX
Need some stuff, so have ordered & installed some...

Need some stuff, so have ordered & installed some stuff.

- 4x AD08R 235/40/18 from John
- 1x STi 6 Speed F/Wheel & Clutch sent to Jim Berry to touch in his back shed
- 1x Genuine STi Titanium...
Forum: Introductions 29-01-2016, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 850
Posted By RichX
Not sure if this is sold, but this is tidy. ...

Not sure if this is sold, but this is tidy.

MY 03 WRX STi | Cars, Vans & Utes | Gumtree Australia Stirling Area - Osborne Park | 1101737576...
Forum: Mechanicals 18-01-2016, 11:53 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,415
Posted By RichX
Cool, cheers - I'll keep that in mind, in case...

Cool, cheers - I'll keep that in mind, in case mine needs a new one when we inspect it.
Forum: Mechanicals 17-01-2016, 08:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,415
Posted By RichX
Would rather put something with an up-rated...

Would rather put something with an up-rated clamping force, and a bit stronger, tougher than the stock/oem one. Just personal preference here. I am actually have a problem with the clutch at the...
Forum: Mechanicals 17-01-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,415
Posted By RichX
I've Emailed and asked for a quote. Will share...

I've Emailed and asked for a quote. Will share when I get one back.

The Xtreme KSU24001-1A, is ~$730 shipped.
Forum: Mechanicals 17-01-2016, 05:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,415
Posted By RichX
Need to get a clutch sorted and struggling to...

Need to get a clutch sorted and struggling to pull the trigger on one. Not getting a Competition Clutch as i've seen a lot of bad reviews.

So it comes down to the Exedy 6 Speed "HD" Kit,...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 12-01-2016, 07:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,144
Posted By RichX
May I ask the price? I am interested in these...

May I ask the price? I am interested in these tyres as well, and will go local if I can justify them against a reasonable price, but last time I checked there was roughly a $500 difference between...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 12-01-2016, 08:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,144
Posted By RichX
Best prices, Ebay/Online really. I'm due for new...

Best prices, Ebay/Online really. I'm due for new tyres, and will probably source over east again, get them shipped, and fitted by my regular mechanic.

Sounds crazy, but it's generally cheapest...
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 09-01-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,825
Posted By RichX
Was looking to do something subtle like this,...

Was looking to do something subtle like this, maybe.

http://cdn1.bigcommerce.com/n-ou1isn/th4wwm/products/84/images/568/IMG_6266__73988.1432345905.1280.1280.JPG?c=2
Forum: Wanted 09-01-2016, 10:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 472
Posted By RichX
One on FB, pictured.

One on FB, pictured.
Forum: Your Driveway 02-01-2016, 10:33 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 13,420
Posted By RichX
You can see clearly in the pic ..

You can see clearly in the pic ..
Forum: Your Driveway 02-01-2016, 10:28 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 13,420
Posted By RichX
Looks good, i started playing with cutouts for 5...

Looks good, i started playing with cutouts for 5 mins and couldn't find a decent mounting point. Yours is a lot simpler than what mine is. I don't have a turbo heatshield, so was trying to...
Forum: Photography and Media 29-12-2015, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,387
Posted By RichX
Good quality, but can't see plates that well, eg:...

Good quality, but can't see plates that well, eg: the Black JEEP.

Blackvue Dw650gw

https://www.facebook.com/DashCamOwnersAustralia/videos/1013452608714379/

Quality is "pretty good", but wish...
Forum: Your Driveway 26-12-2015, 07:16 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 26,280
Posted By RichX
Found some of this today and got it for 20% off...

Found some of this today and got it for 20% off as S/C were doing store wide sale.

To save me the pain before I get started making it, did you fasten it in with metal ties, or was it just sitting...
Forum: Your Driveway 23-12-2015, 09:59 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 26,280
Posted By RichX
Thanks man.

Thanks man.
Forum: Your Driveway 23-12-2015, 09:01 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 26,280
Posted By RichX
Ey dude, quick Q. What product did you use to...

Ey dude, quick Q. What product did you use to heat protect your clutch and brake reservoirs? Looks like its easy to use and fasten in place?
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 20-12-2015, 04:34 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
Got some ribs on the go. I'm adding a splash of...

Got some ribs on the go. I'm adding a splash of bourbon in to help tender them up in the oven before BBQ.That works a treat.
...
Forum: Your Driveway 19-12-2015, 11:10 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 13,420
Posted By RichX
Yeah brakes are pretty easy if you get the right...

Yeah brakes are pretty easy if you get the right combination. You've got your radiator sorted. TMIC waterspray too. With the HC800's I have, i find they get even better when really hot.

It's all...
Forum: Your Driveway 19-12-2015, 10:44 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 13,420
Posted By RichX
I tend to find I start to lose the clutch feel...

I tend to find I start to lose the clutch feel after 3-4 laps, specially with antilag on. Not sure if that is normal or not?

Can't see why that would happen when brake fluid is basically the same...
Forum: Your Driveway 19-12-2015, 12:01 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 13,420
Posted By RichX
I had to change the coolant line to turbo...

I had to change the coolant line to turbo recently as well. That piece of hose cops a hammering with regards to hot water coming out of the turbo, even more so with anti-lag use.

When you talk...
Forum: Mechanicals 13-12-2015, 01:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,100
Posted By RichX
V8 JDM Defi cluster was a direct swap.

V8 JDM Defi cluster was a direct swap.
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 12-12-2015, 12:07 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 20,202
Posted By RichX
Seeing you sideways in my mirror 20 meters behind...

Seeing you sideways in my mirror 20 meters behind me today was what it's all about. :)
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 11-12-2015, 11:22 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 20,202
Posted By RichX
Personally I don't go to cruises any more. Too...

Personally I don't go to cruises any more. Too much negative stigma, hooning etc associated with them all. Fucksticks everywhere. Perth-WRX would be the only ones as they have been organised well in...
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 07-12-2015, 03:35 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
Looks a bit like it doesn't it, half rack. So...

Looks a bit like it doesn't it, half rack. So yeah basically it is. :D
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 07-12-2015, 11:04 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
Almost prefer to enjoy making and eating my own,...

Almost prefer to enjoy making and eating my own, than to be disappointed with someones attempts.

However, has anyone been here yet? Looks like they have the big racks.
...
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 04-12-2015, 03:54 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
After 3hrs in oven on low heat, 90c or so. ...

After 3hrs in oven on low heat, 90c or so.

http://members.ii.net/~richard.smith/Ribs2.jpg

Added basting:

http://members.ii.net/~richard.smith/Ribs3.jpg

May add a touch of bourbon in here...
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 04-12-2015, 01:24 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
Day off work. Making ribs again. :D ...

Day off work. Making ribs again. :D

http://members.ii.net/~richard.smith/Ribs.jpg
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 01-12-2015, 02:44 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
Just a butcher @ Belmont Forum. To get bulk meat...

Just a butcher @ Belmont Forum. To get bulk meat on the ribs, you want spare ribs. Most places mainly sell baby back it seems.

Sometimes I find spare ribs aren't very lean which puts me off...
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 30-11-2015, 02:50 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 23,407
Posted By RichX
Made a rack the other day, was just a rack from...

Made a rack the other day, was just a rack from the butcher, with some rib rub and some sauce. Did a 3-4hr pre-cook on low heat in the oven, taking care of it every hour or so, then finish it off...
Forum: Mechanicals 25-11-2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,787
Posted By RichX
What size rim? 245 would be OK on a 8.5inch rim,...

What size rim? 245 would be OK on a 8.5inch rim, on stock suspension.
Forum: Your Driveway 25-11-2015, 11:08 AM
Replies: 294
Views: 38,635
Posted By RichX
That's not bad, how do you go when it's a rear...

That's not bad, how do you go when it's a rear facer?
Forum: Your Driveway 21-11-2015, 07:10 PM
Replies: 587
Views: 61,930
Posted By RichX
Looks good, how do they feel compared to the old...

Looks good, how do they feel compared to the old setup?
Is there a lot of squeal with those pads?
Forum: Your Driveway 21-11-2015, 06:48 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 26,280
Posted By RichX
How are you finding the STI 2 way LSD? For me,...

How are you finding the STI 2 way LSD? For me, typical driving - wouldn't even know it was there.

Pulled a legal U turn at a set of lights the other day, and put the boot into first gear,...
Forum: Non-WRX Discussion 17-11-2015, 12:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By RichX
How do you work? What is your budget? What size...

How do you work? What is your budget? What size device is appropriate for your work style? Laptops are so personalised now with so many options in the market.

I have a small HP Revolve, as I...
Forum: Mechanicals 11-11-2015, 10:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,596
Posted By RichX
I bought bearings from these guys, no issues. ...

I bought bearings from these guys, no issues.

TWO 2 Rear Wheel Bearing Kits Japanese Koyo Subaru Impreza WRX 1993 2007 4136 | eBay...
Forum: General Subaru Discussion 11-11-2015, 11:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,266
Posted By RichX
I didn't, no. I read a lot that those fans, while...

I didn't, no. I read a lot that those fans, while looking like a nice piece of kit, are not as good as the OEM fans? I didn't want to risk it so i kept the OEM ones in place.

Only issue I have had...
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