Every time I work on mine I always get to a point where I just want to roll it out of the garage and torch it. There's always something. Glad I have the vic to replace it as the winter car and shit hauler and I can finally sell it.
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Originally Posted by 18psi
(Post 1377537)
....That said, I'm still really not comfy with the 15+ wrx and all the new FADIT stuff they're doing with it. It will likely take them 2-3 years and the next revision to really figure out what they're doing.
Whats wrong with the 2.0L ? :dunno: |
Originally Posted by Girz0r
(Post 1378567)
Whats wrong with the 2.0L ? :dunno:
That's how come I decided to never install my track parts on the BRZ and I'm going to sell those and take it back to stock and get something else. Either a Mustang GT or Camaro SS. I want a V8. Or maybe a Focus RS. Or maybe I'll get really old and do something like an Audi S3 (I realize that's stupid given my concerns about the FA20 reliability). |
yup. There are always compromises. Lately, way more than I like. Since I'd say about 08, Subaru has been SERIOUSLY focusing on cost cutting efforts on most of their lineup. So while I appreciate the new technology and the fact that they finally replaced the dinosaur age EJ, the new drivetrain comes with a ton of compromises to cut cost. I don't like compromises, but even more so when those compromises are in the engine/drivetrain. I'll take a cheaper interior and wheels over a weak engine and/or transmission.
z31 - I'll just ignore that comment about the s3. We don't need that type of retardation in here ;) |
Originally Posted by z31maniac
(Post 1378596)
Or maybe I'll get really old and do something like an Audi S3 (I realize that's stupid given my concerns about the FA20 reliability).
--Ian |
Originally Posted by 18psi
(Post 1378619)
yup. There are always compromises. Lately, way more than I like. Since I'd say about 08, Subaru has been SERIOUSLY focusing on cost cutting efforts on most of their lineup. So while I appreciate the new technology and the fact that they finally replaced the dinosaur age EJ, the new drivetrain comes with a ton of compromises to cut cost. I don't like compromises, but even more so when those compromises are in the engine/drivetrain. I'll take a cheaper interior and wheels over a weak engine and/or transmission.
z31 - I'll just ignore that comment about the s3. We don't need that type of retardation in here ;) I can't see me ever owning another.
Originally Posted by codrus
(Post 1378642)
I love Audis, but I'd never buy one as a track car. Well, not a modern one, at least. UrQuattro, maybe. :)
--Ian Or maybe I'll buy an ND. Who knows. I need to find a place to live and get settled into the new job before I make any moves. |
If those are the only qualifications and you want something new, GTI or ND, depending on your needs and wants. The MK7 GTI is almost magical, and the ND is fantastic.
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Only way I'd buy a VW would be if it's a Golf R. And that's essentially a barely cheaper, horrifically bland and ugly Audi S3.
The only hatch I'd be interested in is the Focus RS. But like I said, I need to find a new place to live and get settled into the new city/job, then I'll be able to see what I want to do. |
There is a line of subaru's at my house waiting on build/mod/tune. Ugh.
Some things never change. I need to learn to say no for a change |
So I shouldn't tell you I just bought a downpipe? :giggle:
Passenger side front I've got a ticking noise, directly correlated to rpm so it's gotta be either an axle or a hub bearing. What's the easiest way to confirm my suspicion? I've never had to deal with AWD axles before so I'm a complete noob here. :P |
Originally Posted by EO2K
(Post 1380494)
So I shouldn't tell you I just bought a downpipe? :giggle:
Passenger side front I've got a ticking noise, directly correlated to rpm so it's gotta be either an axle or a hub bearing. What's the easiest way to confirm my suspicion? I've never had to deal with AWD axles before so I'm a complete noob here. :P No different from any other axles: try to replicate in the air |
Originally Posted by 18psi
(Post 1380502)
:giggle: Nope, don't. Just tell me when it's ready to tune :giggle:
No different from any other axles: try to replicate in the air |
Originally Posted by 18psi
(Post 1380477)
There is a line of subaru's at my house waiting on build/mod/tune. Ugh.
Some things never change. I need to learn to say no for a change https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...746d388744.jpg specimen #2 is a complete lost cause. I refuse to work on it and told him to undo the 1000 janky hacks/mistakes and bring it back for tuning when finished. https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...52e3f839f4.jpg Specimen #3 (1998 Impreza with a EJ255 swap and sti bits, no pics, example below) is somewhere in between. Just clean enough for me to have hope, but enough issues for me to not enjoy it. https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...069065498a.jpg |
Have you worked on/posted #1 before? It looks familiar for some reason.
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The 06 wagon I built a couple years ago was same color. Looked similar.
This thing was built by EQ Tuning. Now I'm rebuilding it. *edit: Ryan's wagon https://www.miataturbo.net/attachmen...ine=1405010125 |
Due to EQs fuck up or is it unrelated?
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I don't know. It did last about 25k before this happened so im not pointing any fingers
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Originally Posted by EO2K
I really need to buy 2 more jackstands that I really trust. Ungh. :P
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Originally Posted by afm
(Post 1380728)
Don't you already have ESCOs?
Against my better judgement I drove the Subaru to work today, what with all the clickty clacking. The Miata needs about 2 hours more work before I can drive it so hopefully I'll have it back together tonight. |
Some pics of above pulled engine/setup, because why not
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...12a645af2b.jpg https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mia...3c35183de8.jpg |
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