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Old 02-10-2013, 09:07 PM   #51
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what? its slower than a WRX? why/how is that?

i like the plates
Since the 09+ WRXs got huge power bump, the WRX has had a faster 0-60 time dude to the 5spd gearing vs 6spd gearing. An STi has to make 3 shifts while the WRX only had to do 2.

Around a track though is where the STi shines.
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Old 02-10-2013, 09:12 PM   #52
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Do STi's share the same VF52 turbo??
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Old 02-10-2013, 09:30 PM   #53
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No. The STi has the VF48 "traditional" mounted turbo while the 09+ has the Legacy mounted VF52
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Old 02-10-2013, 10:46 PM   #54
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interesting.

so what can the fans expect see coming up?
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Old 02-10-2013, 10:52 PM   #55
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dang it lol
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Old 02-10-2013, 11:38 PM   #56
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interesting.

so what can the fans expect see coming up?
OEM goodies, aero, JDM. Fun stuff.
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Old 02-11-2013, 03:52 AM   #57
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Does anyone know of replacement black caps for all the yellow caps in the engine bay? Like the windshield washer fluid cap, brake fluid cap, ect.
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Old 02-11-2013, 04:25 AM   #58
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plasti dip!
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Old 02-12-2013, 02:03 AM   #59
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Does anyone know of replacement black caps for all the yellow caps in the engine bay? Like the windshield washer fluid cap, brake fluid cap, ect.
I think most people just paint them Kyle..
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Old 02-12-2013, 02:12 AM   #60
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You never know. I know a lot of domestics have billet aluminum replacements.
Painting here I come I suppose.
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Old 02-12-2013, 12:04 PM   #61
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Mmmmmm.... $$$ on authentic replacements! I'm looking at kartboy for the oil cap, only because of a group buy offering, though. Not really sure how useful an aftermarket oil cap is besides bling, but there must be something else to it...
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Old 02-12-2013, 12:25 PM   #62
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YO 2 TRUNKZ!

your car is in the wash bay gettin pimped out.
the wingless looks ballin' in person on an sti.
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Old 02-12-2013, 01:04 PM   #63
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Mmmmmm.... $$$ on authentic replacements! I'm looking at kartboy for the oil cap, only because of a group buy offering, though. Not really sure how useful an aftermarket oil cap is besides bling, but there must be something else to it...
All bling baby. I'm looking at the black Cobb cap since it has the most inconspicuous logo on it, and the black finish is amazing.

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YO 2 TRUNKZ!

your car is in the wash bay gettin pimped out.
the wingless looks ballin' in person on an sti.
Doesn't it look a lot better in person?! I still need to break the heat gun out and adjust the SPT trim though.

Oh laaaaawd! That is the best news ever!
That means my tire's are done/should be done soon.
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Old 02-12-2013, 03:01 PM   #64
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That means my tire's are done/should be done soon.
your service advisor will contact you when the work is completed.

mwaahahaha evil cackle*
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Old 02-12-2013, 05:42 PM   #65
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Mmmmmm.... $$$ on authentic replacements! I'm looking at kartboy for the oil cap, only because of a group buy offering, though. Not really sure how useful an aftermarket oil cap is besides bling, but there must be something else to it...
I think the only way one could have a non-aesthetic purpose is the Grimmspeed "cool-touch", although I've never experienced a scalding oil cap before. Perhaps for a race car.


Watch the video.
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Old 02-12-2013, 08:02 PM   #66
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I seen't that video! Pretty funny.

I remember reading in the description for one of the oil caps was that it helped with lowering overall pressure. I think it was the STI cap for the BRZ or one of the other ones for the BRZ.

Anywho, Kyle, you need snow tires, son.

Davin, donate some wheels.
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Old 02-12-2013, 08:20 PM   #67
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I seen't that video! Pretty funny.
Davin, donate some wheels.
Lol, the ones I picked up today should have the exact same tires that he's been running...
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Old 02-12-2013, 08:25 PM   #68
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I want to get my BBS' powdercoated.

I know I do oh wells. It is what it is.

Hung out with the conte crew while I waited for my car. Always good to see the likes of Jake, Edgar, and Vern!
Great, quick service done right.
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Old 02-12-2013, 08:27 PM   #69
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i saw you leave the dealership..
was gonna introduce myself, but i was with a customer.
next time!
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Old 02-16-2013, 05:40 PM   #70
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Had the guys over at Element Automotive install something for me this morning.
Review of the shop and a light write up to follow.
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Old 02-16-2013, 06:25 PM   #71
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Still got the white ones sitting in the garage.
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Old 02-16-2013, 07:32 PM   #72
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Still got the white ones sitting in the garage.
I know. I have cash in hand, I'm just hesitant right now due to snow season almost being up.
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Old 02-16-2013, 08:06 PM   #73
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I know. I have cash in hand, I'm just hesitant right now due to snow season almost being up.
Arent you gonna need them next season too? Solid 2 and a half months left of snow season left.
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Old 02-16-2013, 08:15 PM   #74
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True. I'll pm you Eric.
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Old 02-24-2013, 07:06 PM   #75
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I recently had Element Automotive install my footwell lighting kit.
Bought the oem kit from Vern over at Conti, great service as always.

Taylor took care of the install and I could have not been happier. He made quick work of the kit, making sure the harness was secured with the supplied zip ties, plus a few he added in just to get a cleaner look. He even made sure to retain my oem courtesy lighting found in STi's.
there is no doubt all my work is going to be done through the team over at Element Automotive. They will be installing my next round of goodies here soon.
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