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Old 02-02-2013, 01:24 PM   #15501
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one guy on in this forum but i ask a question and he never responded. but i did inquire some information from multiple manufactures. it turns out that the last generation had the same bolt pattern for their struts. i measured the bolts and submitted it to the manufacture and they confirmed.
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Old 02-02-2013, 01:26 PM   #15502
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oops correct, it doesnt need more energy to keep rolling but to change acceleration. well the tire that came with the crosstrek is not classified as a low rolling resistance tire as the impreza was equipped was. i am not sure what you mean by "shorter". just thinking about it, a larger tire would have more of a contact area compared to a skinnier tire. why would race cars need wider tires? and if you had a skinny tire and a wide tire, both with the tires compound the same, then wouldn't a tire with more contact area to the ground have a more rolling resistance than a tire with less? not sure what you are asking me? I cant remember off the top of my head the exact numbers, but the final drive of the impreza cvt is 3.84 and the cvt crosstrek is 4.1. theoretically, sure a short drive should help but fuelly.com is killing the crosstrek mpg.
Contact patch area is equal to weight on the tire divided by the psi in the tire. E.G 1000 lbs / 25 lbs/in^2 = (canceling the lbs) 40 in^2.

The Crosstrek is less than 2 mpg below the Impreza, and I would think more Crosstreks would have 5 speeds (although I don't know that for sure).

What I've found on the final drive ratio is the Impreza 5sp/cvt is 4.11:1/3.70:1, The Crosstrek is 4.44:1/3.70:1. The Impreza tires sizes are all 25" +/- 0.1" diameter, and the Crosstrek tire diameter is 26.7".

So, with the 5 speed, considering the 5th gear difference of 0.738:1 for the Impreza vs the 0.78:1 for the Crosstrek, the Impreza is geared about 7% higher than the Crosstrek, if I did my math right and the information was correct from cars101.com.

Interestingly, and backing up the assertion that the cvt is programmable, the final drive ratios are the same, even though the Crosstrek's tire diameter is about 7% greater.
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Old 02-02-2013, 02:05 PM   #15503
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Contact patch area is equal to weight on the tire divided by the psi in the tire. E.G 1000 lbs / 25 lbs/in^2 = (canceling the lbs) 40 in^2.

The Crosstrek is less than 2 mpg below the Impreza, and I would think more Crosstreks would have 5 speeds (although I don't know that for sure).

What I've found on the final drive ratio is the Impreza 5sp/cvt is 4.11:1/3.70:1, The Crosstrek is 4.44:1/3.70:1. The Impreza tires sizes are all 25" +/- 0.1" diameter, and the Crosstrek tire diameter is 26.7".

So, with the 5 speed, considering the 5th gear difference of 0.738:1 for the Impreza vs the 0.78:1 for the Crosstrek, the Impreza is geared about 7% higher than the Crosstrek, if I did my math right and the information was correct from cars101.com.

Interestingly, and backing up the assertion that the cvt is programmable, the final drive ratios are the same, even though the Crosstrek's tire diameter is about 7% greater.
humm. interesting. internet points for you good sir. good find on the gear ratio. that is an interesting point.
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Old 02-02-2013, 03:08 PM   #15504
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What's the size of the front sway bar? I thought it was something like 20mm? If so then I assume the cusco offering for 23 front rear can have an interesting effect...but the 20 front rear set is a bit redundant isn't it?
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Old 02-02-2013, 05:02 PM   #15505
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What's the size of the front sway bar? I thought it was something like 20mm? If so then I assume the cusco offering for 23 front rear can have an interesting effect...but the 20 front rear set is a bit redundant isn't it?
Stock front bar is 22mm
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Old 02-02-2013, 08:52 PM   #15506
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thats one thing subaru is doing i dont get. build cars to compete against each other. crosstrek, forester, and outback. crosstrexk 33 mpg, forester 2014 32 mpg, outback 31 mpg. the difference is negligible and pricing are close. i mean wth. i know what your are saying. but why build and in between car. oh well, it is selling though. the crosstrek wont be perfect, no car will. 2014 forester is close though, large room, 32 mpg, and smoother engine.
Except it looks like Toyota had their hands in the pot on the design. Which is a horrible move. I hate Toyota styling.
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Old 02-02-2013, 08:57 PM   #15507
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Except it looks like Toyota had their hands in the pot on the design. Which is a horrible move. I hate Toyota styling.
yea, looks like a rav4. i know. but i dont think any of the subaru cars are good looking. i mean comparing to one another, one might stand out more. but i haven't found a subaru that is good looking. the sti is just vular and profanity.
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Old 02-02-2013, 08:59 PM   #15508
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But at least they were Subaru specific designs that always looked like themselves. Id hate to see that dwindle away. Even the old bugeye has its own unique beauty.
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Old 02-02-2013, 09:28 PM   #15509
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But at least they were Subaru specific designs that always looked like themselves. Id hate to see that dwindle away. Even the old bugeye has its own unique beauty.
i have to agree, they were very unique and have since lost that with the new generation cars. oh well. it sells, that is the only thing that really matters in the real world.
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Old 02-02-2013, 09:36 PM   #15510
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i have to agree, they were very unique and have since lost that with the new generation cars. oh well. it sells, that is the only thing that really matters in the real world.
The irony is that Subaru has had its glory moments punctuated by much...well something. The 03 STI was one of the most gorgeous looking cars I've ever seen. It had something to it. The bugeyes too, were special, and even the hawkeyes. 07-08 era legacy looked fantastic too. The new move on styling looks great on the Impreza, and on the Crosstrek, but doesn't really fit the rest very well (except the BRZ). As far as I can tell their styling is following the same trend it always has, just with less...bravery shall we say...or maybe it was just madness.
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Old 02-02-2013, 09:41 PM   #15511
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Back in the day everyone thought the cars were ugly. Each generation that comes out is liked less and less until it is no longer the current generation. Consumers are just reluctant to change. In 5 years people will think the current models are better looking.
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Old 02-02-2013, 09:45 PM   #15512
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The irony is that Subaru has had its glory moments punctuated by much...well something. The 03 STI was one of the most gorgeous looking cars I've ever seen. It had something to it. The bugeyes too, were special, and even the hawkeyes. 07-08 era legacy looked fantastic too. The new move on styling looks great on the Impreza, and on the Crosstrek, but doesn't really fit the rest very well (except the BRZ). As far as I can tell their styling is following the same trend it always has, just with less...bravery shall we say...or maybe it was just madness.
im not sure if i get what you are saying towards the end. their styling was "madness", very different. but that is what made them unique. the bug eye is a great example. 10 years ago, you could easily pick out a subaru in a full parking lot. now-a-days subaru is styling their cars to look like..well other cars. i mean its not like hyundai and stealing designs but. i dont think it will be that easy to pick out the subaru anymore. the impreza sedan looks looks like any eco box corolla and the new forester looks like a rav4. they have lost their uniqueness.
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Old 02-03-2013, 04:08 AM   #15513
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I posted this up a while back but someone told me it wouldn't work for the impreza as it is hinged at each end (its confirmed to fit earlier in the thread, someone installed it). My question is, how well would it work? I noticed the Cusco unit is also hinged at each end, so would it actually work or is the sti flexible brace option for the impreza the only real option that will actually improve the handling (to whatever minor degree that may be)?
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Old 02-03-2013, 06:35 AM   #15514
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i have to agree, they were very unique and have since lost that with the new generation cars. oh well. it sells, that is the only thing that really matters in the real world.
Why i continue to own my 06 sti. I love the unique albeit boy racerish look to the 04-07 sti(see below). You know exactly what it is when you see it. I disagree with saying that tat the new impreza looks like a corolla or every other econobox. With the right accessories it looks pretty nice and unique imo. I added options like the rear spoiler, painted mud guards, fog lights, front spoiler, and the moon roof visor. These items make it look a lot sportier than the base( see 2 links below)

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Old 02-03-2013, 10:12 AM   #15515
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Our cars headlights are kindof a salute to the 06 07 wrx. Which is cool. Its the 2014 Forrester thats a puke of a car. Can you say Toyota? Toyota and Subaru are linked through Fuji heavy industries and it seems like they are talking to each other too much. Toyota if youre reading .. Keep your boring liver spotted hands off of our beloved Subarus.
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2. SHUT DOWN WITH DOOR OPENING - While the vehicle is running under remote engine start, wait at least five (5) seconds and then confirm that all function’s (lock, unlock, etc.) operate properly on the FACTORY transmitter. Once FACTORY transmitter functionality is confirmed press the UNLOCK button on FACTORY transmitter and open any vehicle door. The remote engine start system should shut down and the transmitter button should flash three (3) times indicating the system has shut down.



Has anybody found a way to bypass or disable this annoying "security feature" yet?
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Old 02-03-2013, 11:02 AM   #15517
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Why i continue to own my 06 sti. I love the unique albeit boy racerish look to the 04-07 sti(see below). You know exactly what it is when you see it. I disagree with saying that tat the new impreza looks like a corolla or every other econobox. With the right accessories it looks pretty nice and unique imo. I added options like the rear spoiler, painted mud guards, fog lights, front spoiler, and the moon roof visor. These items make it look a lot sportier than the base( see 2 links below)

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/atta...9&d=1357437599
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come one. the sti is just vulgar and profanity. lol sure you and a whole bunch of people love the look. and everyone else would think "look at me i'm a car with a huge wing on the back with a hood scoop" sure it has the balls to back it up. and yea that car is definitely different than other cars. im not really talking about the sti in terms of "looking like everyone else".

any car will look different if you dress it up with accessories. just looking at it and comparing it to a line of eco boxes, it does stand out like it once did. back then when a subaru was next to you or coming in the other direction, you knew it was a subaru. not going to lie, when i see another impreza coming my direction, it does take some effort to make myself see an impreza.

and speaking of the forester, NO HOOD SCOOP ON THE XT!!!! the hood scoop gave the car character. the kind of character that said "this looks exciting to drive" like the sti/wrx. but now it is just blending in with the crowd.

dont get me wrong. i love subarus. they remind me of ex-girlfriends. "im not in it for the looks, i just love their personality."
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Our cars headlights are kindof a salute to the 06 07 wrx. Which is cool. Its the 2014 Forrester thats a puke of a car. Can you say Toyota? Toyota and Subaru are linked through Fuji heavy industries and it seems like they are talking to each other too much. Toyota if youre reading .. Keep your boring liver spotted hands off of our beloved Subarus.
I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I like the look of the new Forester. I'd like my wife to consider one when we replace her minivan in a year or two.

I know that Subaru and Toyota teamed up on the BRZ/FRS twins. But what really makes you think that Toyota is directly influencing the design of Subaru cars, beyond those two models?
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2. SHUT DOWN WITH DOOR OPENING - While the vehicle is running under remote engine start, wait at least five (5) seconds and then confirm that all function***146;s (lock, unlock, etc.) operate properly on the FACTORY transmitter. Once FACTORY transmitter functionality is confirmed press the UNLOCK button on FACTORY transmitter and open any vehicle door. The remote engine start system should shut down and the transmitter button should flash three (3) times indicating the system has shut down.

Has anybody found a way to bypass or disable this annoying "security feature" yet?
I'm confused by all these steps. The engine will turn off regardless when the door is opened when using the remote starter. With or without these steps. Don't think anyone has found a bypass. I've just gotten used to it.
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I'm confused by all these steps. The engine will turn off regardless when the door is opened when using the remote starter. With or without these steps. Don't think anyone has found a bypass. I've just gotten used to it.
Those steps are just to check the funtionality after installation. I REALLY hate that the engine dies when opening a door. It's retarded, waste of time, and unnecessary. Someone will eventually find a bypass or override.....I HOPE!!!
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I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I like the look of the new Forester. I'd like my wife to consider one when we replace her minivan in a year or two.

I know that Subaru and Toyota teamed up on the BRZ/FRS twins. But what really makes you think that Toyota is directly influencing the design of Subaru cars, beyond those two models?
Subaru is partly owned by Toyota now. Google subaru owned by Toyota. Youll see a consumer reports thing on it and a Wikipedia thing on saying it as well. Its a damn shame.
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I guess itd be wiser to say Toyota is one of the stars on the Subaru badge as it represents the companies involved in fuji heavy industries. Toyota now owns a controlling share of fuji heavy industries.
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I guess itd be wiser to say Toyota is one of the stars on the Subaru badge as it represents the companies involved in fuji heavy industries. Toyota now owns a controlling share of fuji heavy industries.
OK, but a partial Toyota ownership doesn't necessarily mean that Toyota designers are influencing Subaru designers (except in the case of the BRZ/FRS).

I think it's more likely that Subaru management decided that they want to increase market share, so they did some market research which revealed that people weren't buying Subarus because:
  • The fuel economy was too low
  • The cars are too goofy looking

So Subaru is doing what they can to address both of these concerns, and it's working, because Subaru's market share is on the rise. Some of you Subie fanboys may have liked the uniqueness of the Subaru goofy look. But that look was preventing sales to many mainstream consumers, so Subaru is shifting their designs in that direction. It's not because of Toyota's influence; it's because of the market's influence (IMHO).

My hope is that Subaru saves the WRX and STI as the car that will cater to their loyal fanboy customer base, and will intentionally design those cars with enough of that goofy/edgy look to satisfy those customers. I happen to like the look of the current WRX/STI, and I hope that I like the next generation too, because I just might buy one someday (now that I've banned VW products, which will stop me from buying an Audi someday like I had planned to do before my TDI experience turned into such a frickin' disaster).
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Look at the new Forrester. If thats not influence I dont know what is.
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come one. the sti is just vulgar and profanity. lol sure you and a whole bunch of people love the look. and everyone else would think "look at me i'm a car with a huge wing on the back with a hood scoop" sure it has the balls to back it up. and yea that car is definitely different than other cars. im not really talking about the sti in terms of "looking like everyone else".

any car will look different if you dress it up with accessories. just looking at it and comparing it to a line of eco boxes, it does stand out like it once did. back then when a subaru was next to you or coming in the other direction, you knew it was a subaru. not going to lie, when i see another impreza coming my direction, it does take some effort to make myself see an impreza.

and speaking of the forester, NO HOOD SCOOP ON THE XT!!!! the hood scoop gave the car character. the kind of character that said "this looks exciting to drive" like the sti/wrx. but now it is just blending in with the crowd.

dont get me wrong. i love subarus. they remind me of ex-girlfriends. "im not in it for the looks, i just love their personality."
to each his own i suppose. their are definitely many differing opinions on the look of the 04-07 sti, thats for sure! I like the new subaru designs for the most part, toyota on the other hand
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