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View Poll Results: First mod on MY02 WRX Wagon
Exhaust 7 21.88%
Tinted windows 3 9.38%
short shift kit 12 37.50%
BOV 2 6.25%
17" Wheels 5 15.63%
Sport Springs 6 18.75%
Air Box mod / cold intake 4 12.50%
new "I" grille emblem 3 9.38%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 32. You may not vote on this poll

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Old 01-02-2002, 01:11 PM   #1
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What should be my first modification??

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Old 01-02-2002, 01:14 PM   #2
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Whichever YOU want. It's your car, you'll have to decide (although I'd say a BOV should be waaaaaay down the list).


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Old 01-02-2002, 01:15 PM   #3
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Also, you've list a combination of cosmetic and performance mods. I don't consider making my car look different a "mod", but that's just me!
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Old 01-02-2002, 01:52 PM   #4
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tinted windows are decently cheap and make the car look WAAAY better. if you have enough left over after that i would either get an exhaust or wheels
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Old 01-02-2002, 01:54 PM   #5
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I put the tinted windows and "I" badge in just for fun.. will do those anyway, just wanted a response

I had to put this poll up because there is so many mods out there. I can't install all of them all at once, however, they will all be done within the next 6 months.

I just picked her up on 12/31/01. I drove the car yesterday up to Maine (about 250miles) and I was so impressed with the power on the highway at 80mph in 5th; it just keeps on pulling!

Oh, I wish I didn't have to work so I can go play.

By the way: I am a Porsche-Audi salesperson, and the owner asked me to move the car Waaaayyy around back this morning.

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Old 01-02-2002, 02:33 PM   #6
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in the 4 wheeling world (where i'm coming from), we get this newbie question alot.

one thing i always tell them, is learn how to drive.

having 4wd/awd/etc is NOT the solution for everything. my daily driver for the past 11 years was a toyota truck that was slower than molasses.

now, i'm often suprised on how i look down at the speedo and i'm going 80mph!

so now, i have a different mindset. i have to almost "relearn" how to drive. of course going from a slush box to a 5 speed is the biggest change...
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Old 01-02-2002, 05:45 PM   #7
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Thanks, I do appreciate your comment, however, we have owned high horsepowered all-wheel drive vehicles before.

1997 Porsche C4
1988 Mazda 323 GTX / Group N "rallyspec"

However, the WRX is by far more fun than Carrera 4, and less expensive to maintain

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Old 01-02-2002, 06:09 PM   #8
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Make a list, according to your budget and the time you have to work on the car. That way, you can get a new mod every month (or whenever) and be organized about it, doing research in between!

Good luck,
Ed (um, let's see...January...oh yeah, oil pressure gauge and STi hood scoop)
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Old 01-02-2002, 06:16 PM   #9
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What exhaust would you recommend for quality and ease of installation.

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Old 01-02-2002, 06:21 PM   #10
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Hey Rallyman5,

Congrats! I picked up my silver WRX Wagon on Dec 29. I love it. My first mod will probably be tinted windows.

Take care
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Old 01-02-2002, 06:21 PM   #11
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Catback, turbo back? What qualities are you looking for?

I got a BPM GT turbo back from Exeter Subaru (subaruwrxparts.com) and had them install it. I don't have access to a lift, and they've done several of them!

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Old 01-02-2002, 06:22 PM   #12
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Just noticed you're in Boston. They're a great local place for parts and service (well, fairly local!).

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Old 01-02-2002, 06:32 PM   #13
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I was thinking of a Turbo back exhaust.. does that system then give you only 1 cat, instead of 3?

Will it pass emissions test with 1 cat?

Is the BPM GT exhaust excessively loud? (I do not want a drone inside the car at highway speeds - I had a "sportsman" (loud) exhaust on the Porsche and my fiance couldn't stand to be in the car for more than 20 minutes.

Thanks for your help...

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Old 01-02-2002, 07:10 PM   #14
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Like most turbo backs, it replaces the two cats in the exhaust with one hi-flow cat, leaving the cat in the uppipe intact. It should pass sniffer tests.

Volume was an important consideration for me, as well, and with the silencer installed, it's only slightly louder than stock.

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Old 01-02-2002, 07:38 PM   #15
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If you can afford the exhaust always get the exhaust first. Then you don't have to worry about the big expense first.
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Old 01-02-2002, 09:58 PM   #16
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how about learning how to drive it first!!!!!!!!!! then i d get some tires
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Old 01-02-2002, 10:50 PM   #17
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turbo back exaust is the best mod for a turbo car. but it is up to you.
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Old 01-03-2002, 02:55 AM   #18
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Make sure you get a trunk monkey

Or rather, cargo area monkey in our cases :monkey: to people that insult my monkey and leave litter in his home
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Old 01-03-2002, 06:06 AM   #19
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I say: Go with the wheels and new tires, then lower it, then work on the performance mods...by that time your car will be broken in....
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Old 01-03-2002, 12:25 PM   #20
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I am in total agreement with JaPsiCaN .

(1) Suspension & Handling
Wheels & Tires
Springs and struts
upgrade brakelines/pads
ALK?

(2) Driver's Ergonomics
ZOOM wide-angle side mirrors (eliminates/reduces blindspots)
Window tinting (functional for improving visibility or just wear sunglasses)

(3) Power upgrades
You've got the handling and braking now, so you can handle more power

(4) Pure aesthetic upgrades

Function before form.
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