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Old 07-07-2012, 08:45 AM   #5701
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I run the recommended door spec since it is, easier that way. Lol also I just feel safer doing that for daily driving. Although yes the front seem like not enough air causing some degree of understeer as the tire folds over it self on some turns.

Our America is turning to our communist America. Time to move back to Japan Lol.

I honestly don't think it is aftermarket company fault since alot of different states and countries have more lenient law for cars. I honestly think a lot of states want everyone to drive a so called "eco friendly" car in the states.... Because all.the laws I've seen are leaning towards that. must be quiet and ultra low emissions
Ok, there's one for stock tire pressure.. interesting.

Yeah definitely not all aftermarket company's fault, but they should be fighting these laws better- like NRA and gun laws, or other ''special interests''. It's like a 6 Billion dollar industry or something like that. They'll lose money or go out of business if more states pass crazy muffler laws.

Meanwhile a Harly that I can hear 4 miles away is OK though. Grrrrr.

I can't tint my windows even 20% either, but that helps save the earth because I run less AC, but NOoo... BUT an SUV can have limo tint, so the police safety argument is BS too. It's just government taking control of everything possible for the sake of having control. Don't believe the hype! LOL..
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Old 07-07-2012, 09:45 AM   #5702
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Ok, there's one for stock tire pressure.. interesting.

Yeah definitely not all aftermarket company's fault, but they should be fighting these laws better- like NRA and gun laws, or other ''special interests''. It's like a 6 Billion dollar industry or something like that. They'll lose money or go out of business if more states pass crazy muffler laws.

Meanwhile a Harly that I can hear 4 miles away is OK though. Grrrrr.

I can't tint my windows even 20% either, but that helps save the earth because I run less AC, but NOoo... BUT an SUV can have limo tint, so the police safety argument is BS too. It's just government taking control of everything possible for the sake of having control. Don't believe the hype! LOL..
Yea not really into dealing with tire pressure unless offroading or maybe tracking. Lol

That is completely true but our government fails to see where to get tax money. Hell, spend taxes money on, some random BS they think is beneficial when its only harming the society.

Our government is just selfish to its own and our democracy is more like an excuse cover up for a socialist republic.

in Cali where the sun is always up and hot, the legal limit is factory on front windows. Why you ask? because cops don't want to get hurt....... Honestly, what a stupid reason... They took the job so they should deem themselves to be enforcement officers.
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Old 07-07-2012, 10:16 AM   #5703
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I run 40psi on both sets.

18x8 with 235/40/18 Toyo Proxes T1R daily.
16x7 with 205/55/16 Bridgestone Potenza RE92 for roadtrips and back-up.

Not sure if I'll still be on the Toyos when winter comes around though.
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Old 07-08-2012, 01:36 AM   #5704
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I run 40psi on both sets.

18x8 with 235/40/18 Toyo Proxes T1R daily.
16x7 with 205/55/16 Bridgestone Potenza RE92 for roadtrips and back-up.

Not sure if I'll still be on the Toyos when winter comes around though.
Holy crap! 40 lbs? Wow. Is there a specific reason for that high pressure or did you just get to that by trial and error?

I'd almost think that would be over-inflated, but I don't know. I guess if tire says it can take it, it's ok to run it. My Kumo Exta ASX tires are limited to 50 psi, so 40 would be fine.

Do you notice a lot harsher ride at 40 psi? How about treadwear? All good? Steering must feel a lot different at 40 psi. Maybe I'll try that someday just to see what it feels like.
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Old 07-08-2012, 02:59 AM   #5705
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I run 40 psi on my stockie 205/50-17 potenza re92a. Been doing that for a year and a half. Tread wear is equal and I rotate them every other oil change

And jourdan is running coils, so... Not sure about harsher ride
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Old 07-08-2012, 02:13 PM   #5706
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I run 40 psi on my stockie 205/50-17 potenza re92a. Been doing that for a year and a half. Tread wear is equal and I rotate them every other oil change

And jourdan is running coils, so... Not sure about harsher ride
wow I'm amazed that people run 40psi! So I guess I HAVE to try it now.. but I'll admit I'm a little confused as to why so high.. I bet gas mileage is as good as it can be, but the ride must be harsher.. but maybe not, sometimes things like that are counter-intuitive.
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Old 07-08-2012, 02:32 PM   #5707
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wow I'm amazed that people run 40psi! So I guess I HAVE to try it now.. but I'll admit I'm a little confused as to why so high.. I bet gas mileage is as good as it can be, but the ride must be harsher.. but maybe not, sometimes things like that are counter-intuitive.
It most likely is a little more harsh. The RE 92A are rated at 51psi max so it should be ok
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Old 07-09-2012, 01:55 AM   #5708
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Bumparu.
I'm going to need to replace my oem tires with some new Allseasons only after 23k miles -_-. Anybody have any recommendations? I like the Bridgestone re960's, highest rated on tirerack with exellent dry grip, wet grip, along with a farely high treadware rating but I'll have to save up. Anyone running continental dws's or michelin pilot sports (I think that's what they are called) as these were farely close in ratings as well.
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Old 07-09-2012, 06:24 AM   #5709
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I just got Nitto Motivos from Discount Tire. If you call them to see if they have any specials for them, they should knock off a few bucks for you. They have held up great so far after 1000 miles.
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Old 07-09-2012, 01:32 PM   #5710
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I put a set of Contineltal DWS's on in March and love them. Wish I had swapped my OEM tires a long time ago, but I wanted to wear them out first. The DWS's have great dry traction and far exceeded my expectations for wet traction. No snow to try them in since they went on, so can't tell you much there.
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Old 07-09-2012, 02:46 PM   #5711
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i run 36 front 34 rear city. 44 front 40 rear track on bridgestone stockies i could stay with the Si in twisties now. i also have a '11 sti rear sway bar so your pressures might vary.
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Old 07-09-2012, 04:57 PM   #5712
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Has anyone had there 08 2.5i dyno tuned? I know its been done because i came across a youtube vid on it. I'm just wondering what the numbers(gains) were if anyone as done it before.
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Old 07-09-2012, 05:04 PM   #5713
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Has anyone had there 08 2.5i dyno tuned? I know its been done because i came across a youtube vid on it. I'm just wondering what the numbers(gains) were if anyone as done it before.
I think the most you can get out of a stock 2.5i is like 167 hp at the wheels and like 150 ft lbs or around there
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Old 07-09-2012, 05:21 PM   #5714
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I think the most you can get out of a stock 2.5i is like 167 hp at the wheels and like 150 ft lbs or around there
I have a CBE with Midpipe, and AVO drive by wire, and drop in filter from Perrin. Would that make a difference in gains?
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Old 07-09-2012, 05:51 PM   #5715
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I have a CBE with Midpipe, and AVO drive by wire, and drop in filter from Perrin. Would that make a difference in gains?
What size midpipe and catback
Are you using the stock air box
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Old 07-09-2012, 05:54 PM   #5716
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I think bone stock the numbers are around 120ish WHP and 130 torque, due to driveline slop. So about 22% loss
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Old 07-09-2012, 05:57 PM   #5717
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Has anyone had there 08 2.5i dyno tuned? I know its been done because i came across a youtube vid on it. I'm just wondering what the numbers(gains) were if anyone as done it before.
i had a 07 dyno tuned. 07 has the same ej253 block with avls. gained about 7whp. mods included borla uel, catback, intake, and an ecu reflash. if you think you can gain anything more than 10whp without hot cams your on crack

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Old 07-09-2012, 06:04 PM   #5718
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I literally just had my 2011 reflashed with a few mods and i havent had a chance to butt dyno it. i could have sworn the numbers wwere higher..
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Old 07-09-2012, 07:06 PM   #5719
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Sorry to bud in as usual. Im doing a clean out of my shop and alot of the stuff fits our cars so figured ide post in here. Pm me if your interested in anything.
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Old 07-09-2012, 09:23 PM   #5720
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I'm riding Yokohama yk 580s and they have about 6000+ miles and still are great. Ran them in snow, dirt, mud, gravel, and asphalt and haven't failed. Better yet, I got them at discount tires in mountain view for about 600 with warranty and free services.
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Old 07-10-2012, 12:53 PM   #5721
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How are the 08's on long term reliability? I had an 05 WRX that was burning a quart of oil every 1,200 miles once I hit 85k on the clock.

Reason I ask is I'm looking at an '08 with 92k miles on it. 5 speed. Dealer is asking about $10k.
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How are the 08's on long term reliability? I had an 05 WRX that was burning a quart of oil every 1,200 miles once I hit 85k on the clock.

Reason I ask is I'm looking at an '08 with 92k miles on it. 5 speed. Dealer is asking about $10k.
The 08s were the worst of the 08-11 model years. From what I've heard and I had one and at 86k the head gasket went and it just never ran right from the beginning
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Old 07-10-2012, 01:21 PM   #5723
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How are the 08's on long term reliability? I had an 05 WRX that was burning a quart of oil every 1,200 miles once I hit 85k on the clock.

Reason I ask is I'm looking at an '08 with 92k miles on it. 5 speed. Dealer is asking about $10k.
I have an 08, 5 speed and it's running as good as new.
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Old 07-10-2012, 01:28 PM   #5724
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I probably either got a lemon or something. Cause mine was bone stock really
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The 08s were the worst of the 08-11 model years. From what I've heard and I had one and at 86k the head gasket went and it just never ran right from the beginning
Interesting. I know the head gasket was an issue on earlier cars, but I thought it had been mainly resolved. I know '08 is technically a first year of a car, but I thought its the same engine and trans
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