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02-26-2013, 02:13 AM | #16276 | |
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02-26-2013, 02:28 AM | #16277 |
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Agreed. I have the CVT Sport. Overall, it's a great vehicle. I couldn't exactly pinpoint what I liked about it at first, but I fully agree. It's very solid overall. I've driven everything from a 40's pickup to a Bentley. Every vehicle has it's niche. But this car is super practical, can haul a ton of stuff easily, and is comfortable. The ONLY thing I wish they offered was some variation of a WRX in THIS body style. The added power would be welcome. As I prefer this style and the refinements over my cousins 11 WRX hatch, but I definitely wouldn't mind a hair more power. Having that said, I'm excited to see how this car takes to some suspension work coming next month at Moore to spruce up the sportiness a tad.
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02-26-2013, 03:29 AM | #16278 |
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Ditto, I love my 12 Sport Limited also but would gladly sacrifice a few mpg for just a slight bump in horsepower and torque. If the new WRX will offer any CVT option I am running down to my dealer and ordering one...Lol!
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02-26-2013, 06:14 AM | #16279 |
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there is also a video that pretty much can be followed, the procedure is similar except you need to move both seats forward to find the 10mm bolts that hold the console down (toward the rear, on the sides, covered by a small plastic cover that you pop off). Also, you don't need snap ring pliers to remove the original shift lever with the Perrin adapter, just rotate it. It makes sense once you slide the adapter on. Oh, and you need a ruler with MM to set the height you prefer. I recommend closer to the shortest throw vs the other way (50mm vs 60mm).
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02-26-2013, 06:35 AM | #16280 | |
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02-26-2013, 06:42 AM | #16281 | |
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02-26-2013, 06:44 AM | #16282 | |
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I like the cobb replacement, it isn't difficult to do, only 1 step further to remove a small ring that holds the shifter in place |
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02-26-2013, 11:42 AM | #16283 |
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I am going to be installing the spoiler at some point in the near future after I order it. I was looking at the installation instructions online and the statement below on the template confuses me. Where am I supposed to drill the holes? I'm going to use a punch to make drill points in the top of the trunk.
My question is, if I am not supposed to use the hole as a guide what am I supposed to use as the guide to drill the holes? |
02-26-2013, 11:42 AM | #16284 | |
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The other thing is that the car can get quite squirrelly under heavy wind gusts. I took the vehicle on a road trip this past weekend, and the car was being pushed around all over the road by the 50-80 km/hr (30-50 MPH) wind gusts. However, that's to be expected with a vehicle this light, I suppose. I also mentioned previously (possibly in another thread) that the brakes seem a bit underpowered. I know people swear its the tires (and the OEM tires are a whole other issue with me ) but I'm pretty sure it's the brakes. There's a subtle difference between grippy tires and good brakes. That said, I agree with most of your assessment. It does seem to have a happy balance between the "fun" and "safe" aspects. For reference purposes - and not sure how it maps up with the US models - I drive one with the "Touring Package" for the Canadian market (rear stabilzer bar, 16" wheels, steering wheel controls, paddle shifters). If I still have this vehicle past its warranty period, things that will get changed are: stiffer suspension, better brakes. Winter tires for next year, and summer tires when these p.o.s. Yokos wear out. |
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02-26-2013, 11:56 AM | #16285 |
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^^ Completely agree.
I went from a track prepped 2011 Civic Si, so this car rides like a Cadillac in comparison. lol Can't quite decide if the handling woes you are describing is more suspension or tires.. I know it's a bit of both. Hopefully after doing beefier sways, springs, and better tires or better tires and slightly wider wheels if this'll help.. It seems that it will. |
02-26-2013, 12:00 PM | #16286 |
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I love my 2012 sport but it needs red rally armor mud flaps and a light bar.
I cannot find a light bar / brush guard that isn't $400 any suggestions? |
02-26-2013, 03:41 PM | #16287 | |
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In regards to the suspension yes the impreza rides like a luxury car which you appreciate when driving on crap nyc roads. |
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02-26-2013, 04:21 PM | #16288 |
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Haven't beefed up the suspension any, but wider wheels has made a world of a difference on mine! Then again I was going from stock 15" steel wheels to 17x8s off a 2011 WRX. Any girl will tell you 2 inches makes a difference.
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02-26-2013, 04:39 PM | #16289 |
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hahaha I was actually considering going 2013 WRX 17x8's myself. Did you use the stock size WRX tires as well? Wanted to make sure they fit. Stock 17x7's run 205/50's.. Stock WRX 17x8's run 235/45's.. And when you got them, did they have the TPMS already installed? I was hoping the TPMS in the WRX wheels could be flashed to the Impreza for easy swapping since it's OEM Subaru..
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02-26-2013, 05:32 PM | #16290 | |
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02-26-2013, 06:48 PM | #16291 |
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Huh?
I was asking if the stock TPMS sensors in the WRX wheels could be flashed to the Impreza or if the Impreza requires a different one. And tire size that works for our car using 17x8's. If I end up getting winter wheels/tires, I'm not worried about TPMS for those months. I ran my Si without them for two years. Personally, I find TPMS useless and annoying, but hey.. lol |
02-26-2013, 07:42 PM | #16292 |
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And what are the mounting sizes (overall and depth) for the doors and tweeters? I know the doors are 6.5, but what depth is allowed? Was originally considering doing the Limited base screen radio with OEM Kicker upgrade, but that's almost the same price and going for a decent aftermarket setup..
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02-26-2013, 08:20 PM | #16293 | |
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02-26-2013, 08:22 PM | #16294 | |
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The tire size that I'm using on mine is 225/45R17. I'm running performance all-season tires. They work great so far! |
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02-26-2013, 08:31 PM | #16295 |
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Nice! Can you "theoretically" swap the stock 205/50 tires on the stock 17x7's onto the WRX 17x8's without it looking ridiculous as a temporary cure since my Yoko's are still brand new and I'm not trying to pay 700 for new tires right now? lol
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02-26-2013, 08:37 PM | #16296 |
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Stupid question, but removing tpms... hard to do? do tires need to be off?
...im surprised i havent seen an answer to this already. |
02-26-2013, 08:37 PM | #16297 |
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That I'm not sure of. I wouldn't think it'd be good putting tires on that are a whole inch thinner in width... but I'm no tire guru. Even if it did work, it might mess with your odometer/mph.
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02-26-2013, 08:42 PM | #16298 | |
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http://www.ultraracing.my/catalog/in...roller=product It's for the XV, but since its basically the same car it should fit...? I've been looking for a tower brace also, but don't want to pay $400+ for the STI flexible one. Don't think you can buy directly from the Ultra Racing site. |
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02-26-2013, 08:51 PM | #16299 |
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TPMS are mounted on the valve stem so yes, the tires have to come off, and then you'd have to re-balance the tires and then deal with the TPMS light being on...
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02-26-2013, 08:53 PM | #16300 | |
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My winter tires/wheels don't have TPMS. I live with the light for 5 months out of the year. |
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