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Forum: Mechanicals 20-04-2019, 04:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,639
Posted By TimoL
For some reason, the notification emails went to...

For some reason, the notification emails went to gmail's spam box.

I'm gonna have funds ready for 6 speed now but I'm not gonna take the extra weight until I've blown a second box. And for the...
Forum: Mechanicals 30-03-2019, 06:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,639
Posted By TimoL
So I went with the ty754vb1ca and hybrid rear...

So I went with the ty754vb1ca and hybrid rear axles. Wired up the STI DCCD cluster and the controller box. Absolutely loving this gearbox's close gear ratio and the RPMs ain't that bad at highway...
Forum: Mechanicals 19-11-2018, 03:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,639
Posted By TimoL
Here is how I intend to proceed: -Swap the...

Here is how I intend to proceed:

-Swap the transmission to Type RA, ty754vb1ca
-Use the R180 rear diff
-Use R160 - R180 hybrid axles
-Use stock rear hubs
-Use stock driveshaft by swapping the...
Forum: Mechanicals 19-11-2018, 03:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,639
Posted By TimoL
Been rather busy with my work. I haven't opened...

Been rather busy with my work. I haven't opened the transmission yet but I drained the oil today. I found something interesting on the drain plug, see the pics.

-Timo
Forum: Mechanicals 15-11-2018, 04:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,639
Posted By TimoL
That's on the ToDo list. Hope to get it done this...

That's on the ToDo list. Hope to get it done this weekend.
Forum: Mechanicals 14-11-2018, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,639
Posted By TimoL
GC8 blown gearbox. Options?

So, here's the thing:

Recently the car started to make a slight knocking/tapping sound at idle. The sound went away as I pressed the clutch so I thought is must be clutch / trans related. I pulled...
Forum: Mechanicals 14-11-2018, 05:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
I will get some when the car is back on the road....

I will get some when the car is back on the road. Just blew the gearbox so it could take a while :(
Forum: Mechanicals 26-10-2018, 04:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
I want to thank you for all the help. I was...

I want to thank you for all the help. I was finally able to complete the inspection/registration. Eventually the the importer found a suitable VIN code which is like GC8-xxxxxx for JDM Imprezas.
Forum: Mechanicals 01-10-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
Does anyone else have a VIN for jdm model?...

Does anyone else have a VIN for jdm model? According to the importer the Japan models dont have "full" VIN but just a short version.
Forum: Mechanicals 30-09-2018, 06:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
That was my initial thought too. I just need to...

That was my initial thought too. I just need to prove that this is the case. Usually one can ask for the importer to do the comparison but the Subaru importer here in Finland does not want to help.
Forum: Mechanicals 29-09-2018, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
Thank you, all the info is really appreciated

Thank you, all the info is really appreciated
Forum: Mechanicals 29-09-2018, 02:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
Alright, thanks, that would be great

Alright, thanks, that would be great
Forum: Mechanicals 29-09-2018, 01:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,729
Posted By TimoL
Differences between 1999 JDM WRX and the euro model

I'm interested in differences between the euro (160kW) and JDM version of 1999 WRX (205 kW?).
The drivetrain, suspension and brakes are the main concern.

The thing is that I'm trying to...
Forum: Mechanicals 23-08-2018, 02:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
I've been busy lately but I managed to replace...

I've been busy lately but I managed to replace the fuel lines and the FPR. Total list of mods:
-AEM FPR
-AN8 fuel line from the tank to engine bay
-Kinugawa fuel rails, AN6, parallel configuration...
Forum: Mechanicals 21-08-2018, 01:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
Been busy lately with my work and all but I...

Been busy lately with my work and all but I finally got the mods done.
-New fuel line from the tank to engine bay (AN8)
-AN8 fuel filter
-Kinugawa parallel fuel rails (AN6)
-AEM fpr

And while...
Forum: Mechanicals 02-07-2018, 11:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
The wiring is an actual 4mm^2 cable. The FPR will...

The wiring is an actual 4mm^2 cable. The FPR will be replaced this week. And as the surge tanks, I don't want to add complexity to the system if it's not absolutely necessary. I'm not sure if I'm...
Forum: Mechanicals 01-07-2018, 11:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
So, I ran some flow tests for the fuel system. I...

So, I ran some flow tests for the fuel system. I disconnected the return line and routed it into a fuel canister. Then I ran the car for about 2 minutes and measured the fuel amount. I did not...
Forum: Mechanicals 01-07-2018, 07:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
I've got full 12 gauge (4mm^2) wiring to the...

I've got full 12 gauge (4mm^2) wiring to the pump. I did some testing to the FPR by applying compressed air but I didn't simulate the flow as suggested.

I could do some measurements to the pump...
Forum: Mechanicals 30-06-2018, 10:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
The FPR is Aeromotive style one, I believe it no...

The FPR is Aeromotive style one, I believe it no be non-genuine but I've tried with three different FPRs and no change. I've opened the FPR once and checked if it has any problems associated with...
Forum: Mechanicals 30-06-2018, 04:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
So, I checked the pump again. Nothing obvious...

So, I checked the pump again. Nothing obvious wrong with it. While I was at it, I decided also I rewire the pump voltage supply wires through the service hatch. I used a ring terminal type bulkhead...
Forum: Mechanicals 30-06-2018, 03:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
Didn't think of that location, nice I'll keep it...

Didn't think of that location, nice I'll keep it in mind :glasses10
Forum: Mechanicals 29-06-2018, 10:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
Lately I've been noticing that car takes a few...

Lately I've been noticing that car takes a few seconds to start if I don't crank it at the same time when the pump is priming. I just thought it was because of E85. The typical Finnish summer is not...
Forum: Mechanicals 29-06-2018, 09:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
I bought it from a local tuning shop. I'm quite...

I bought it from a local tuning shop. I'm quite positive that the pump is a genuine one.
Forum: Mechanicals 29-06-2018, 09:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
How big surge tank would I need? I have some...

How big surge tank would I need? I have some extra space in the engine bey since I'm running a japspeed FMIC. If I understood correctly the current fuel pump would feed the surge tank with low...
Forum: Mechanicals 29-06-2018, 09:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
First of all, thanks for all of the replies. It's...

First of all, thanks for all of the replies. It's nice too see that people are so willing to help a new guy around here.


I've been thinking about surge tank setup but I would like to keep the...
Forum: Mechanicals 29-06-2018, 03:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,914
Posted By TimoL
1999 WRX GC8 stock fuel lines flow capability?

Hello, it's my first post on these forums.

I've been modding my 1999 WRX for E85. Goal was set to +300whp (I'm afraid my 5 speed would not want more :))

Mods so far, at least the ones I could...
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