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09-17-2012, 11:46 AM | #1 |
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Stge 2 Cobb WRX??
Hello Guys,
Finally am buying my WRX 2007 (11K miles only) end of this week. I was more interested in an STI 2007. I found one with the Garret Turbo GT307 and many extras but I dont like to purchase an over modified car. Based on your previous experience, how fast is a WRX stage 2 cobb? because I am willing to go for that upgrade first of all with some brembo calipers as well. Any other ideas? modds for suspension? other things? how about turbo upgrade to VF39? will this affect the car? Thanks to share your experience.
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09-17-2012, 12:02 PM | #2 | |
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09-17-2012, 01:05 PM | #3 |
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I got an 07 wrx last year, nice job getting one with such low mileage. I got a catless turbo back exhaust with a Cobb stage 2 and it was an amazing investment. Worth it for sure and it's a huge difference. I just recently did a 16g turbo upgrade to with a pro tune
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09-17-2012, 01:10 PM | #4 |
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My 06 WRX is stage 2 with a catted Cobb downpipe, SPT catback and everything else is stock. I think it's a fun street set-up but I've quickly gotten used to it and am looking for a little more power. Worth the money though imo. GL and nice find!
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09-17-2012, 01:25 PM | #5 |
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It's real fast for an amature and it's slow for a pro. Silly Question, drive it and decide for yourself..
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09-17-2012, 01:39 PM | #6 |
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Before when I was running NA Subies only, I heard of WRXs and espcially Stage 2 WRXs thinking "zomg, so fast!!!111".
Now after owning one at Stage 2 (Cobb intake + turboback + AP), they're quick, don't get me wrong, but it leaves you wanting more power almost. It's kinda of once you start getting used to it. None the less, the sound is great and the entire car stimulates your senses... noise, power, handing, visuals. |
09-17-2012, 02:59 PM | #7 | |
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I think most would agree with this - Now once you go past Stage 2 there is plenty of fun, but it costs more and might come with less reliability. I feel Stage 2 with suspension mods is the sweet spot. |
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09-17-2012, 05:09 PM | #8 |
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Thanks guys. I hope i will be posting the car photos once i get it unless if i find an sti for a low mileage eventhough it s gonna me my daily driven car and wrx are more practical than an STI. Will keep u updated.
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09-17-2012, 05:49 PM | #9 |
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09-17-2012, 06:43 PM | #10 |
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09-17-2012, 08:01 PM | #11 | |
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09-17-2012, 08:03 PM | #12 | |
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09-17-2012, 11:25 PM | #13 | |
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09-18-2012, 04:41 AM | #14 | |
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Anyway I will check the Cobb website and if you want to share your knowledge, I would appreciate that. thanks |
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09-18-2012, 12:02 PM | #15 | |
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09-18-2012, 04:47 PM | #16 | |
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09-18-2012, 05:08 PM | #17 | |
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there are SEVERAL supporting mods you need before you just start throwing turbos on willy-nilly like. |
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09-18-2012, 07:16 PM | #18 | |
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09-19-2012, 09:48 PM | #19 |
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I don't know, I had a 450whp saturn and it scared the **** out of me every time I put it down. There really is no reason to be that fast. Keep in mind the car weighed about 2100 pounds with me in it lol.
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09-19-2012, 11:35 PM | #20 |
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09-20-2012, 12:55 AM | #21 |
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Agreed!
Stage II = best for the $... After that, it's a money pit to do things properly. The single best improvement is suspension related: swaybars, tires, alignment, and then coilovers. Do this first before upgrading the turbo! The car will feel a billion times better than the stock/death trap suspension setup. Don't forget to budget for proper maint.... the 06-07 brakes may be nicer looking, plan on new rotors/pads every 2 years atleast... From my experience, once I went to a larger turbo, mine just eats clutches.... once a year... brakes once a year... tires once a year.... 342hp/345tq on a 20g with zero trans issues over the 45k miles I've had the larger turbo, and 77k on the car....Clutches are cheaper than transmissions, but it's a constant reminder that if you have road rage like me, it'll add up $$$... but just remember to budget for all the maint crap... Also you'll prob want a proper HID retro fit... and other cosmetic stuff... = more $$ If I could do it all over, I would have just bought the sti, kept it stage II |
09-20-2012, 02:32 AM | #22 |
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just get an opensource protune for the price of that. So much better.
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09-23-2012, 10:41 AM | #23 |
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guys! After searching for a long time of period, I just bought my 07 WRX 2.5 US specs with 10 000 original miles from its first owner who bought it back in 2007 from the US. Dont start your comments about the hood scoop, mirrors and the wrx wing color! pink because it was owned by a 40 years old lady and driven on weekends! i will paint them mettalic grey like the rest of the car at the earliest eventhough the hood scoop looks good in this color :P
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09-23-2012, 10:44 AM | #24 |
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09-23-2012, 11:56 AM | #25 |
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You said not to comment, but that is too lulz not to! "Sweet accents bro" lol get that **** painted ASAP! Congrats on the new buy.
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