('93-'01) Hydroformed Subframe Swap?

skidplatez · 04-12-2001, 02:06 PM

I was looking under a new WRX the other day and saw the Hydroformed Subframe (HS) Pictured here:
In the Slide
Does anybody think it would be possible/worth it to retro fit this to the older body style? From what I saw it looks like the HS adds to front suspension rigidity dramatically. What do you guys think? I would especially like to hear from people who own both.

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skidplatez · 04-13-2001, 07:08 AM

Does anyone have any idea what I am talking about?

efoo · 04-13-2001, 07:32 AM

I know what you're talking about, but I doubt this new subframe would fit without some significant work. The dimensions of the car have changed, including its width.

If you really want to stiffen up the car, get a roll cage. As a side benefit, you'll be really safe inside too.

I've been inside rollcage-equipped Imprezas and it makes a huge difference.

-Edwin

04-12-2001, 02:06 PM	#1
skidplatez Scooby Specialist Member#: 1575 Join Date: Jun 2000 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Atlanta GA, USA Vehicle: 2011 WRX Premium Blackest Black	Hydroformed Subframe Swap? I was looking under a new WRX the other day and saw the Hydroformed Subframe (HS) Pictured here: In the Slide Does anybody think it would be possible/worth it to retro fit this to the older body style? From what I saw it looks like the HS adds to front suspension rigidity dramatically. What do you guys think? I would especially like to hear from people who own both. [This message has been edited by skidplatez (edited April 12, 2001).] * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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04-13-2001, 07:08 AM	#2
skidplatez Scooby Specialist Member#: 1575 Join Date: Jun 2000 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Atlanta GA, USA Vehicle: 2011 WRX Premium Blackest Black	Does anyone have any idea what I am talking about?

04-13-2001, 07:32 AM	#3
efoo Scooby Specialist Member#: 80 Join Date: Jul 1999	I know what you're talking about, but I doubt this new subframe would fit without some significant work. The dimensions of the car have changed, including its width. If you really want to stiffen up the car, get a roll cage. As a side benefit, you'll be really safe inside too. I've been inside rollcage-equipped Imprezas and it makes a huge difference. -Edwin