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06-24-2019, 02:45 PM | #1126 |
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Scoobyfreak86 2017 Lapis Blue Pearl STI Journal
Few quick snaps of the badges installed. Waiting on the matching steering wheel badge to come in to finish it off.
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07-01-2019, 01:03 PM | #1127 |
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Mod Update
Volks - Still awaiting on the arrival email. I was originally told 4-6 weeks on April 30th. Then end of June. So here we are July 1st and no updates. Getting a little antsy and starting to think of some other wheel options at this point. If I don't recieve a update by the end of the week, then I might just cancel my order and go with something more readily available. OEM+ Tailights - I couldn't ever bite the bullet hard enough to go with any aftermarket version, so I am getting some OEM tails modified to go with my OEM+ style. They should be in at the end of the week or early next week, so I will be sure to update when they come in. Carbon Fiber Door Handles - Same guy doing my tails is doing a set of interior door handles in real CF. No wraps here. Should be a nice touch to the interior to finally rid all of the chrome. Black/White Steering wheel emblem - Looks like USPS tried to deliver on Saturday, but I wasn't there to sign. Should be in the mailbox today, so I may have a small update tonight. |
07-01-2019, 11:00 PM | #1128 |
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Awesome, will be looking forward to seeing the updates!
Having just picked up my STI tonight, and trying to be good and responsible about spending even more money, I really shouldn't be keeping tabs on this thread, but you know how that goes... |
07-02-2019, 10:14 AM | #1129 |
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Haha congrats! Enjoy the new ride in good health.
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07-03-2019, 07:49 PM | #1130 |
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Good call on skipping on the aftermarket tails, I wanted to get a set of Subispeed ones but the failure rate of them scared me away.
And wait on the Volks! You know you won't be happy settling. |
07-10-2019, 08:30 PM | #1131 |
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Sneak peak of the new tails
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07-12-2019, 11:40 PM | #1132 |
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July 12, 2019
What’s being installed: OEM blacked out tail lights Mileage: 22,716 I’ve been in a constant battle with myself on what to do with the taillights on this car. I loved the look of the v1 subispeed tails, but reading the issues everyone seems to have was something I didn’t want to deal with. Besides, the OEM design is pretty clean. However, they had the wrong shade of red. They pop and stand out too much every time I saw the car against lapis. So I did some digging around and found that people have been cutting them open, painting the inside bezels, and sealing them back up. I’ve done dozens of headlights before, but never a taillight. I hit up a buddy who has done his tails before and he agreed to take on the project for me. We found a brand new set of OEM tails from a 2019 STI. Snagged them for a good price and had them sent right over to my buddy. He took some great progress pictures of the whole process so you I could see the steps it takes to achieve this mod. I am so pleased with the outcome of it all as it really ties the rear end much better. It blends with the car and gives it a much more aggressive and clean look. Finally can check this mod off the list! Last edited by ScoobyFreak86; 07-12-2019 at 11:50 PM. |
07-13-2019, 08:50 AM | #1133 |
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New taillights look so good. Flows much better than the bright red. Another great OEM+ mod.
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07-13-2019, 09:36 PM | #1134 |
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07-15-2019, 11:24 PM | #1135 |
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Those tails are perfect!
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07-16-2019, 09:48 AM | #1136 |
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07-16-2019, 10:19 AM | #1137 |
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Looks great! It’s the minor details that set them apart. I’ve been in the same boat on tails since I got mine, not in love with any aftermarket ones and concerned about the quality. This is a great option.
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07-16-2019, 10:22 AM | #1138 | |
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Unfortunately, this isn't an option that one can go out and buy as it requires some seriously custom work. I have done dozens and dozens of headlight retrofits, but never had the courage do cut taillights open. I am glad it's done though and found a source that was able to get it properly. I've already had multiple people ask me for them whenever I do get rid of the car haha. Had them on for 3 days so far... |
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07-17-2019, 11:55 AM | #1139 |
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07-22-2019, 02:39 PM | #1140 |
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Small interior change. Trying to rid all of the silver and chrome on the car. I was going to snag the OEM black dials, but decided to throw a coat of paint on and see how they turned out. Pretty pleased with the results and saved 70 bucks.
Got quite a few parts coming in this week so I will be sure to update. |
07-22-2019, 07:56 PM | #1141 |
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Dials look like they came out perfect. Smart to give the spray paint a try before shelling out the cash on new dials. I'm still going back and fourth weather or not I like my Billetworkz ones. The illuminated indicator light is soo much harder to see than OEM. I might go back and paint my OEM dials and give them a try like you did.
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07-22-2019, 11:56 PM | #1142 | |
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Thanks man. Yeah give it a go! I said to myself I’ll try and paint them and if they don’t turn out the way I want, I’ll just pony up and get the OEM ones. But to my surprise, they came out really nice. It’s such a small detail, but it really makes a big difference. |
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07-25-2019, 11:41 AM | #1143 |
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Mod update
Did a few mods over the past couple days. These have been a few things that I have had my eye on for a while an decided to bite the bullet and get them done. Definitely minor things, but they really make the car complete to me. First up was finishing up the steering wheel. Having the alcantara wheel, OEM sti black bottom trim, and the steering wheel badge done the side pieces felt a little incomplete. I have been eyeing up the OLM carbon fiber trim pieces for quite some time, but could never justify the price. Decided to go for it since I enjoy this stuff and I am glad I did. These pieces are extremely nice. much nicer than I anticipated. In fact, they are actually made of carbon fiber! Usually these aesthetic things are just plastic pieces hydro dipped. However, if you see the picture below of the back side, you can definitely see the weave and actual CF. The pieces slide perfectly over the oem parts and hug ever corner perfectly. I typically don't like the stick on type stuff, but this is so well made and the tape is insanely strong. It makes the whole steering wheel feel more quality and adds a whole other dimension to the interior. I was afraid that adding the pieces on top would interfere with the buttons and recess them too much, but it actually makes the buttons look and feel more at home. Still very easy to press and do not look out of place at all. I decided to not put the bottom trim piece on as I preferred the black trim with the red STI logo. It matched the top wheel stripe and flowed better to me. So, if anyone wants the bottom CF trim, let me know! https://i.imgur.com/Lyt08pV.jpg https://i.imgur.com/wF9afD6.jpg https://i.imgur.com/AEHN6zT.jpg https://i.imgur.com/4BrLnxR.jpg https://i.imgur.com/I9jJHoO.jpg https://i.imgur.com/RkQC7bD.jpg https://i.imgur.com/hzDzpJ5.jpg https://i.imgur.com/56PTDor.jpg https://i.imgur.com/KNjN6Sl.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/NpTGaxd.jpg |
07-25-2019, 11:43 AM | #1144 |
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Next mod I decided to tackle was the Subispeed S4 Fog light bezels. These always were in my cart, but removed them and said I would get them later. Decided to try them out and see if I could start making this front end a but more aggressive. I was growing a bit tired of the yellow DRL's that I have been running for 2.5 years and wanted to different/updated look. I did read some feedback that people have had some issues with these, but they were cheap enough that it wouldn't be the end of the world. Hopefully these last a while as the overall look is something I am a fan of.
I opened them up and surprised at the nice finish they had on them. I assumed they were just a gloss black, but they have a nice metallic to it. I believe it's the same black that is used on the black color choice of the car. Install was fairly simple, although it took some trial and error to get them working the way I wanted. I wanted them to run as DRL and turn off when I turn the low beams on. After some fiddling, putting the add a fuse in the 15 amp HI beam spot did the trick. They turn on when I put the ebrake handle down, turn off when the low beams are on, and turn on with the high beams (extra light). I also disabled the DRL's in the headlight (unplugging module) so the S4 LED strip is my new DRL. The overall look makes the front end look much nicer with the better finish. I am jealous of all the 18+ bumper people, so this will hold me over until I can get that done. I made sure all the wires associated with this install was tucked away and hidden so there was no visibility in the engine back that something was done. Wanted it as clean as possible. Ran the passenger side under the radiator supports and along the trim. The drive side wire is ran under the rain guards on the side of the fender. Lastly, the DRL module is double side tapped to the frame rail by the washer fluid tank. All wires were zip tied and tucked away. Sorry for the lack of pictures. I got invested into the install and forgot to snap progress pics. If anyone wants to see any specific part of the install, please let me know and I will be able to provide shots. https://i.imgur.com/BLAwYkT.jpghttps://i.imgur.com/GLbBfY6.jpg https://i.imgur.com/0PSWsY6.jpg https://i.imgur.com/uHZjQTW.jpg https://i.imgur.com/53keQ0S.jpg https://i.imgur.com/CEoUAOF.jpg Last edited by ScoobyFreak86; 07-25-2019 at 11:55 AM. |
07-25-2019, 11:44 AM | #1145 |
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I also updated the rear LED reverse lights. Since having my tail lights done, the white/silver LED's stuck out like a sore thumb. I looked around and found some black cree LED bulbs to blend in with the black bezels. They still stick out a little bit, but they are more hidden than the other bulbs I was running. I am still trying to find a solution on a better LED that is more discreet, but these will work for now.
https://i.imgur.com/IMHa8GR.jpg https://i.imgur.com/z791Ayf.jpg I have a black perrin SI drive knob coming in today, so I will be sure to update this post with that and my thoughts. Small, I know. but worth it since it removes one of the last pieces of chrome on the car! Lastly, I am finally getting to my headlights. Picked up a set of of diode dynamics C lights (switchback - not going to use this function). I wanted something that is going to last, yet match the new S4 drl bezels. I asked around and everyone said to go with DD. Snagged a set from my go to light source (lightwerkz). I also got a set of dark smoked corner reflectors to rid the ugly orange. I could have painted them black, but I want the light to still function. Keep it as clean and OEM as possible. Still undecided if I am going to do any paint work on the inside bezels (chrome part). I will be sure to do a whole write up on this mod when I get a weekend to get it done. For now, here is a quick pictures of said items. https://i.imgur.com/nDmMb0B.jpg Last edited by ScoobyFreak86; 07-25-2019 at 11:50 AM. |
07-26-2019, 10:29 AM | #1146 | |
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07-26-2019, 11:55 AM | #1147 |
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Perrin SI drive knob came in. Nice quality and adds a nice touch to the interior. Wish it was an actually entire button, but it does look good and match the interior well. I still have some carbon fiber door handles coming in that will rid the last bit of chrome on the car. I wish there was a solution for the diff control though...
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08-06-2019, 12:55 AM | #1148 | |
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front speaker hep
I bought idoing and installed it on my 17 base model. works ok. except the front speaker. I contacted idoing. and they send me your link. my question is where do I plug the grey connector. or telematic connector. can you please help. thanks.
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08-06-2019, 10:30 AM | #1149 |
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You have the plug the plugs into the star link module. You need to remove it from the factory radio and stuff it behind in the idoing. All plugs need to be plugged into it for the front speakers to work.
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08-07-2019, 11:29 AM | #1150 |
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Some quick updates to the car. New steering wheel badge that shows no silver trim and some higher quality LED reverse bulbs
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