Scoobyfreak86 2017 Lapis Blue Pearl STI Journal - Page 49

SxyRexy · 10-18-2019, 04:06 PM

Very clean, I would love to do a ceramic coat for my Rex so it looks like that all the time

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ScoobyFreak86 · 10-30-2019, 10:32 PM

Stopped on my way home from work today to snap a few autumn pics.

Drivez · 10-31-2019, 07:16 PM

Took me the better part of today to read through your build journal, awesome stuff! You're really making me 2nd guess not getting Lapis Blue haha. Subscribed to see the progression of your build from here.

What camera are you using to take your photos? They're drool-worthy

ScoobyFreak86 · 10-31-2019, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Drivez

Took me the better part of today to read through your build journal, awesome stuff! You're really making me 2nd guess not getting Lapis Blue haha. Subscribed to see the progression of your build from here.

What camera are you using to take your photos? They're drool-worthy

Thanks for the kind words and reading all the way through. I don’t keep up on the journal as much as I used to, but try to keep everyone in the loop.

In the beginning, I used my good dslr, but I don’t have the time I used to have so most of the pictures here at shot from my iPhone haha.

ScoobyFreak86 · 11-06-2019, 01:47 PM

Few more snaps from this week

Also, check out my latest video to see what I’m up to.

YouTube (Short URL)

DarkGreyMetallic · 11-07-2019, 11:04 AM

I'd go seats or diffuser. These are my favorite wheels so I think you're good there. C-lights would look good but non-black/grey housings usually look a little rice. Maybe more alcantara or mounts/bushings?

ScoobyFreak86 · 11-07-2019, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by DarkGreyMetallic

I'd go seats or diffuser. These are my favorite wheels so I think you're good there. C-lights would look good but non-black/grey housings usually look a little rice. Maybe more alcantara or mounts/bushings?

Seats are my number 1 option at the moment. Pricest option too, go figure.

The wheels are great, but I've had them for 2 years so I'm over the look. Still enjoy them, but wheels really change the whole look of the car. Anytime I switch, it makes me fall in love with the car even more since it gives a whole new perspective.

I would be painting the bezels gloss black and a dark gunmetal around the projector. I wouldn't be painting them 'non black or grey'.

Mounts and bushings are too much for a daily. I am just fine with how the car feels currently. Only suspension part I would be looking to do are rear control arms to dial in the suspension more.

I do want a few more alcantara pieces done by Overland. They are on the "list"

DarkGreyMetallic · 11-07-2019, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ScoobyFreak86

I would be painting the bezels gloss black and a dark gunmetal around the projector. I wouldn't be painting them 'non black or grey'.

Ah, I must've missed that in the video. That'd look really good

Dalessio · 11-08-2019, 12:14 PM

I think some work on the headlights would be a solid upgrade. The black housing on the WRX Limited/STIs look pretty good from the factory, but the amber sidemarker always bothered me on mine and painting them would definitely enhance the front end.

For the back end, did you consider the OEM (or aftermarket) exhaust finishing trim? That might help tie it together if you wanted to hold off on the diffuser (or in addition to). I'm not a fan of the sheet metal ones diffusers everyone and their brother on Instagram runs, I think they cheapen the look of the car, but I hear you on the authentic pieces (Varis etc) being pricey.

And this is definitely just my opinion that I know some might disagree with, but I would prefer to keep my OEM heated seats for a daily - unless you're planning on going full show/track build...then definitely Recaros!

ScoobyFreak86 · 11-08-2019, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Dalessio

I think some work on the headlights would be a solid upgrade. The black housing on the WRX Limited/STIs look pretty good from the factory, but the amber sidemarker always bothered me on mine and painting them would definitely enhance the front end.

For the back end, did you consider the OEM (or aftermarket) exhaust finishing trim? That might help tie it together if you wanted to hold off on the diffuser (or in addition to). I'm not a fan of the sheet metal ones diffusers everyone and their brother on Instagram runs, I think they cheapen the look of the car, but I hear you on the authentic pieces (Varis etc) being pricey.

And this is definitely just my opinion that I know some might disagree with, but I would prefer to keep my OEM heated seats for a daily - unless you're planning on going full show/track build...then definitely Recaros!

Yeah, I would just be upgrading the C lights and changing over the amber corners to smoked. Paint work I am iffy on, so most likely will just get the c lights and reflectors completed and call it done.

yes, I am actually placing an order right now for some CF bits and one of which is the exhaust finisher trim. I too am not a big fan of the sheet metal diffusers, but found the versus one to be someone do-able. Doesn't look as obnoxious as the others out there. Most likely this is something I'll never end up doing because there isn't 1 option out there that gets me excited.

It's a daily and will always be a daily. The stock seats are extremely firm, uncomfortable, and sit way too high. I would be getting recaro sporster cs's or gt's which have airbag and heat options you can add from Recaro. So all the stock 'option' would still be there. I would just have more bolstering, more comfort, and have a much better driving position. These seats also have an adjustable back, so they aren't fixed seats. I've done the fixed seat thing in a daily and it got old real quick.

Dalessio · 11-09-2019, 01:30 AM

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It's a daily and will always be a daily. The stock seats are extremely firm, uncomfortable, and sit way too high. I would be getting recaro sporster cs's or gt's which have airbag and heat options you can add from Recaro. So all the stock 'option' would still be there. I would just have more bolstering, more comfort, and have a much better driving position. These seats also have an adjustable back, so they aren't fixed seats. I've done the fixed seat thing in a daily and it got old real quick.

Yeah I had the same seats in my WRX Limited, just without the red on them, and I'm right there with you. They're way too tall and I couldn't ever get really comfortable lol. So completely disregard what I said, I didn't know you could get Recaros with airbags and heaters, I say go for those!

ScoobyFreak86 · 11-20-2019, 01:01 PM

Some carbon updates to the car. Also be sure to check out the recent videos and the installs!

https://www.youtube.com/user/m3freak86/videos

niknailor · 11-20-2019, 04:33 PM

Looking good, dude!

Egy_Rex · 11-27-2019, 11:53 AM

All the carbon detail is super nice! Love the build!

ScoobyFreak86 · 11-27-2019, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Egy_Rex

All the carbon detail is super nice! Love the build!

Thanks my dude! I hope to add more in the near future.

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Originally Posted by niknailor

Looking good, dude!

I appreciate it man.

fullah · 11-27-2019, 02:11 PM

Love the cf add one. Lol I thought you were selling?

ScoobyFreak86 · 05-01-2020, 10:09 AM

Shew. It's been a while since I have updated this journal. I've been much more active on my social media pages. If you want to stay up to date, be sure to check them out below.

Instagram: @chrisvuono

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/m3freak86

96accord · 05-04-2020, 08:28 AM

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Shew. It's been a while since I have updated this journal. I've been much more active on my social media pages. If you want to stay up to date, be sure to check them out below.

Nasioc > Social Media

Just sayin'

ScoobyFreak86 · 05-04-2020, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 96accord

Nasioc > Social Media

Just sayin'

Haha I wish it was still that way!

Ultimateone · 05-04-2020, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ScoobyFreak86

Haha I wish it was still that way!

Looks amazing brutha!

ScoobyFreak86 · 05-04-2020, 10:01 AM

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Looks amazing brutha!

Thanks man!

Dalessio · 05-04-2020, 05:28 PM

Dropped you a follow on Instagram!

ScoobyFreak86 · 05-04-2020, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dalessio

Dropped you a follow on Instagram!

Much appreciated dude!

Rozay · 05-06-2020, 02:19 PM

As a fairly new '17 owner, love seeing what you've done with yours!

murrdogg24 · 05-06-2020, 02:58 PM

dang that paint looks good...what detailing products are you using??

10-18-2019, 04:06 PM	#1201
SxyRexy Scooby Newbie Member#: 496255 Join Date: Jan 2019	Clean whip Very clean, I would love to do a ceramic coat for my Rex so it looks like that all the time * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

11-20-2019, 01:01 PM	#1212
ScoobyFreak86 Scooby Guru Member#: 338329 Join Date: Nov 2012 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NJ Vehicle: 2017 STI Lapis Blue	Scoobyfreak86 2017 Lapis Blue Pearl STI Journal Some carbon updates to the car. Also be sure to check out the recent videos and the installs! https://www.youtube.com/user/m3freak86/videos

05-01-2020, 10:09 AM	#1217
ScoobyFreak86 Scooby Guru Member#: 338329 Join Date: Nov 2012 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NJ Vehicle: 2017 STI Lapis Blue	Scoobyfreak86 2017 Lapis Blue Pearl STI Journal Shew. It's been a while since I have updated this journal. I've been much more active on my social media pages. If you want to stay up to date, be sure to check them out below. Instagram: @chrisvuono Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/m3freak86

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10-30-2019, 10:32 PM	#1202
ScoobyFreak86 Scooby Guru Member#: 338329 Join Date: Nov 2012 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NJ Vehicle: 2017 STI Lapis Blue	Stopped on my way home from work today to snap a few autumn pics.

10-31-2019, 07:16 PM	#1203
Drivez Scooby Newbie Member#: 280995 Join Date: Apr 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Boston, MA Vehicle: 2019 STi Crystal Black Silica	Took me the better part of today to read through your build journal, awesome stuff! You're really making me 2nd guess not getting Lapis Blue haha. Subscribed to see the progression of your build from here. What camera are you using to take your photos? They're drool-worthy

11-07-2019, 11:04 AM	#1206
DarkGreyMetallic Scooby Newbie Member#: 487896 Join Date: Jul 2018 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Florida Vehicle: 2018 WRX Dark Grey Metallic 6MT	I'd go seats or diffuser. These are my favorite wheels so I think you're good there. C-lights would look good but non-black/grey housings usually look a little rice. Maybe more alcantara or mounts/bushings?

11-08-2019, 12:14 PM	#1209
Dalessio Scooby Newbie Member#: 358693 Join Date: Jun 2013 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Maryland Vehicle: 2013 STI Hatchback Dark Grey Metallic	I think some work on the headlights would be a solid upgrade. The black housing on the WRX Limited/STIs look pretty good from the factory, but the amber sidemarker always bothered me on mine and painting them would definitely enhance the front end. For the back end, did you consider the OEM (or aftermarket) exhaust finishing trim? That might help tie it together if you wanted to hold off on the diffuser (or in addition to). I'm not a fan of the sheet metal ones diffusers everyone and their brother on Instagram runs, I think they cheapen the look of the car, but I hear you on the authentic pieces (Varis etc) being pricey. And this is definitely just my opinion that I know some might disagree with, but I would prefer to keep my OEM heated seats for a daily - unless you're planning on going full show/track build...then definitely Recaros!

11-20-2019, 04:33 PM	#1213
niknailor Scooby Newbie Member#: 482641 Join Date: Feb 2018 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Westchester, NY Vehicle: 2015 WRX Dark Grey Metallic	Looking good, dude!

11-27-2019, 11:53 AM	#1214
Egy_Rex Scooby Newbie Member#: 508282 Join Date: Nov 2019 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: New York Vehicle: 2015 WRX Crystal Pearl White	All the carbon detail is super nice! Love the build!

11-27-2019, 02:11 PM	#1216
fullah Scooby Newbie Member#: 233053 Join Date: Dec 2009	Love the cf add one. Lol I thought you were selling?

05-04-2020, 05:28 PM	#1222
Dalessio Scooby Newbie Member#: 358693 Join Date: Jun 2013 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Maryland Vehicle: 2013 STI Hatchback Dark Grey Metallic	Dropped you a follow on Instagram!

05-06-2020, 02:19 PM	#1224
Rozay Scooby Newbie Member#: 514509 Join Date: May 2020 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Vehicle: 2017 STI	As a fairly new '17 owner, love seeing what you've done with yours!

05-06-2020, 02:58 PM	#1225
murrdogg24 Scooby Guru Member#: 50586 Join Date: Dec 2003 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Colorado Springs Vehicle: 2020 STI Crystal White Pearl	dang that paint looks good...what detailing products are you using??