05 WRX Hybrid Build/Restoration - Page 5

08redWRX · 12-10-2021, 04:29 PM

So been busy attempting to get this transmission ready for install. During Cyber Monday/Black Friday picked up a STi ACT HD clutch with Streelite flywheel. Ordered all new flywheel bolts and pressure plate bolts and once those arrived proceeded to put in the new clutch.

Also ordered an STi Group-N Mount for the tranny and installed that.

Picked up new axle seals and input shaft seal. Didn't appear anything wrong with the old ones but since it was on the ground, figured might as well replace them. No pics of the axle seals just input seal.

Also ordered a new sleeve for the input shaft as the stock one was highly rusted and didn't want to put a new throwout bearing on a rusted shaft

Also cleaned up the shift fork and fork pin and put the new throwout bearing in with it all nice and clean. No lube used and she slides nicely on the sleeve

THEN the fun part came. For the past week i've been attempting to put the transmission back in by myself using a motorcycle jack while basically on jack stands. After 3 days of fighting i took out the lower left hand guide bolt and she slipped right in. After it basically falling 19 times on to the subframe i was about to loose it but it finally went in.

Right now I bolted the starter back up, all bellhousing bolts and attached some wiring. I put in the driver side axle, new lower ball joints arrived today so will install those and attached the hubs. Installed new outter tie rods as both were torn. Ordered the iWire VSSPro with PnP wiring, OEM STi short throw and i think that is all i need to button it up and get her back on the road. Slowly getting it back together.

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KeithS05RS2.5 · 12-10-2021, 08:13 PM

Good progress

08redWRX · 12-20-2021, 11:26 AM

Received some parts over the weekend. Had to order a new transmission to downpipe bracket, rear mount bracket and found out a new u-joint. When I put in the STi **** linkage in the shifter was completely off to the right, this was using the u-joint from the WRX and not STi, didn't realize they were different. Also ordered a new transmission pan due to the one that came with the 6 speed had the nut put on so tight it was destroyed and rounded. After installing everything, filled up the tranmission with some redline and started her up. No downpipe on so only ran it for a second to make sure the clutch engaged in first and didn't make any crazy sounds, at least that i could hear over the non-existent exhaust but so far so good. Waiting on exhaust gaskets to come in today so I can put it all back together and take it for a drive.

Also ordered new bushings for the driveshaft because the ones that came with the AT that I ordered off ebay were destroyed.

VSSPro was also installed and so far just going into first goes the speedo is working. Will have to verify GPS speed once I actually able to test drive it.

Also ordered all new OEM center console, HVAC cover, shift boot, trim ring, and console, and HVAC vent circles on the sides to replace all the white back to factory colors. Surprised they still make the OEM stuff but man was not cheap. Ordered a driver side retainer assembly that goes above the doors, mine is discolored and bent in the back and unusable.

Scooby South · 12-20-2021, 01:25 PM

Great progress..

When are you trying to do the first startup???

The essential relationship I have with my Dealer is instrumental in getting my car just the way I want it... and yes Subaru still has "ALOT" of Factory stuff in stock at the warehouses still

for that purpose I am truly appreciative

.. Keep on keepin on

Bill

08redWRX · 12-20-2021, 02:46 PM

Hopefully start her up for a test drive tonight after I get all the gaskets and shift knob in. Ordered a new android radio as well so right now it'll have no radio or shift boot but thats ok as long as everything else works!

I actually order all my stuff from online dealer Subaru Source. The closet dealer to me is 45 mins away, so instead of attempting to match the online price + drive and pick it up, Subaru Source actually has reasonable shipping costs compared to most online dealers. Ordered 11 items from them, including one that is 6feet long and it was only $50 to ship. Usually the stuff comes within a week to 1.5 weeks so not too long to wait for it.

Scooby South · 12-20-2021, 03:29 PM

^^^ Awesome... best of luck on your Start-up....

Bill

08redWRX · 12-23-2021, 11:12 AM

Whelp first drive didn't go good, didn't even make it out of my driveway. Upon engaging the clutch and rolling it has a "clacking" like stumble from someplace under the driver seat. Lifted on the quickjacks, it shifts through to 3rd no problem, didn't want to take it any faster while lifted on the quickjacks, just wanted to verify it shifts fine through the gears, which it does.

But when its on the ground with load, something is making a clunk or something sound when i attempt to take off by giving it gas then press in the clutch and it rocks causing something to hit. Could be cause its so close to the firewall/tunnel but really don't know.. I really don't feel like dropping the transmission again on the floor as it was such a pain in the ass. Will probably bring it to my buddies friends shop who actually has a lift and can make the job 1000x easier. Not sure if something came loose when i messed up installing it 19x but just not sure what the noise is and its really pissing me off lol.

At least i verified the VVSpro was working while up in the air but right now just frustrated with this thing.

KeithS05RS2.5 · 12-23-2021, 05:19 PM

No bueno man, hopefully you find out its something simple ...

08redWRX · 01-06-2022, 06:58 PM

So haven't posted in a while, been waiting on all the interior pieces i ordered which came in today. Also installed a new 10" android radio which has wireless carplay even though I can't even drive the car. They did forget to side one side vent cover so still have one white piece left to change out. I did forget to order the screws for the STi surround so will have to do that.

Biggest thing I couldn't wait to replace was the broken side retainer that runs along the whole side. The rear portion was badly warped and warn. Piece alone was $200 but well worth it. passenger side is slighty warn and that i plan on sanding and spraying instead of buying another one.

Still have to bring the car to a buddies, buddies shop to have them look at the transmission but just haven't done it yet. Eventually that will get done. For now she sits in the garage looking lonely.

KeithS05RS2.5 · 01-12-2022, 09:20 AM

Is that a custom trim surround for the head unit or did it come with it?

Scooby South · 01-12-2022, 11:09 AM

Niiiiice.. more info on the head unit please.. looking to upgrade mine from a 2009 Pioneer unit that is out of date.. also.. the trim you replaced... where did you find it for $200.. all the ones I have seen are in the 350 range..
Its coming along

Bill

ARKTiKPENGUiN · 01-12-2022, 12:59 PM

https://www.amazon.com/Android-Bluet...83WH983V&psc=1

This looks to be the head unit, not sure of the surround trim but that looks pretty sweet.

shankmeyster · 01-12-2022, 04:41 PM

I recommend a screen protector ASAP for the head unit. I've had multiple touch screens now and they like to get contaminants/scratches on them fairly easily without one.

08redWRX · 01-12-2022, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KeithS05RS2.5

Is that a custom trim surround for the head unit or did it come with it?

Trim came with the headunit, its all one piece and replaces the entire center.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby South

Niiiiice.. more info on the head unit please.. looking to upgrade mine from a 2009 Pioneer unit that is out of date.. also.. the trim you replaced... where did you find it for $200.. all the ones I have seen are in the 350 range..
Its coming along
Bill

This is the headunit https://www.seicane.com/android-for-...port-swc-h2859 I bought the Android 10.0 cause of the 8core processor. Don't need to add any accessories either as it already comes with a bunch of USB adapters and carplay is already built in so no need for the wireless plug

I buy all my OEM parts from Subaru Source due to shipping being really good for where I live, this is the driver side https://www.subarusource.com/oem-par...bly-63531fe031

Quote:

Originally Posted by ARKTiKPENGUiN

https://www.amazon.com/Android-Bluet...83WH983V&psc=1

This looks to be the head unit, not sure of the surround trim but that looks pretty sweet.

Posted above the actual unit, it is a chinese unit but works good.

ARKTiKPENGUiN · 01-12-2022, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 08redWRX

Trim came with the headunit, its all one piece and replaces the entire center.

This is the headunit https://www.seicane.com/android-for-...port-swc-h2859 I bought the Android 10.0 cause of the 8core processor. Don't need to add any accessories either as it already comes with a bunch of USB adapters and carplay is already built in so no need for the wireless plug

I buy all my OEM parts from Subaru Source due to shipping being really good for where I live, this is the driver side https://www.subarusource.com/oem-par...bly-63531fe031

Posted above the actual unit, it is a chinese unit but works good.

I have the WRX TR center console so I'll have to trim that trim to fit but uhh.... I can definitely make that work. Thanks for the link and new idea muahahaha.

08redWRX · 01-12-2022, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ARKTiKPENGUiN

I have the WRX TR center console so I'll have to trim that trim to fit but uhh.... I can definitely make that work. Thanks for the link and new idea muahahaha.

They actually email you for year/make/model of car you have to make sure the trim piece is correct so not sure if you'd even have to trim it at all just specify its for the TR they might be able to provide you with the correct trim prior to shipping but not 100% on that.

Scooby South · 01-12-2022, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 08redWRX

Trim came with the headunit, its all one piece and replaces the entire center.

This is the headunit https://www.seicane.com/android-for-...port-swc-h2859 I bought the Android 10.0 cause of the 8core processor. Don't need to add any accessories either as it already comes with a bunch of USB adapters and carplay is already built in so no need for the wireless plug

I buy all my OEM parts from Subaru Source due to shipping being really good for where I live, this is the driver side https://www.subarusource.com/oem-par...bly-63531fe031

Posted above the actual unit, it is a chinese unit but works good.

Sueeeeet Thank you.. I appreciate that.. ALOT...

gonna order one soon... how long did it take to get to you?? *shipping time

Wahoooo I have been looking for this type of unit for a WHILE.. How in the world did you find it...AWESOME Thank you again

Bill

08redWRX · 01-15-2022, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby South

Sueeeeet Thank you.. I appreciate that.. ALOT...

gonna order one soon... how long did it take to get to you?? *shipping time

Wahoooo I have been looking for this type of unit for a WHILE.. How in the world did you find it...AWESOME Thank you again

Bill

Think it took like 2 weeks or so. Gets shipped from overseas so takes a bit longer than normal.

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12-10-2021, 04:29 PM	#101
08redWRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 186068 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 2005 Hybrid WRX Prev: 19 STi/08 WRX	So been busy attempting to get this transmission ready for install. During Cyber Monday/Black Friday picked up a STi ACT HD clutch with Streelite flywheel. Ordered all new flywheel bolts and pressure plate bolts and once those arrived proceeded to put in the new clutch. Also ordered an STi Group-N Mount for the tranny and installed that. Picked up new axle seals and input shaft seal. Didn't appear anything wrong with the old ones but since it was on the ground, figured might as well replace them. No pics of the axle seals just input seal. Also ordered a new sleeve for the input shaft as the stock one was highly rusted and didn't want to put a new throwout bearing on a rusted shaft Also cleaned up the shift fork and fork pin and put the new throwout bearing in with it all nice and clean. No lube used and she slides nicely on the sleeve THEN the fun part came. For the past week i've been attempting to put the transmission back in by myself using a motorcycle jack while basically on jack stands. After 3 days of fighting i took out the lower left hand guide bolt and she slipped right in. After it basically falling 19 times on to the subframe i was about to loose it but it finally went in. Right now I bolted the starter back up, all bellhousing bolts and attached some wiring. I put in the driver side axle, new lower ball joints arrived today so will install those and attached the hubs. Installed new outter tie rods as both were torn. Ordered the iWire VSSPro with PnP wiring, OEM STi short throw and i think that is all i need to button it up and get her back on the road. Slowly getting it back together. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

12-10-2021, 08:13 PM	#102
KeithS05RS2.5 Scooby Specialist Member#: 306422 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Syracuse Vehicle: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS Dark Blue	Good progress

12-20-2021, 11:26 AM	#103
08redWRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 186068 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 2005 Hybrid WRX Prev: 19 STi/08 WRX	Received some parts over the weekend. Had to order a new transmission to downpipe bracket, rear mount bracket and found out a new u-joint. When I put in the STi **** linkage in the shifter was completely off to the right, this was using the u-joint from the WRX and not STi, didn't realize they were different. Also ordered a new transmission pan due to the one that came with the 6 speed had the nut put on so tight it was destroyed and rounded. After installing everything, filled up the tranmission with some redline and started her up. No downpipe on so only ran it for a second to make sure the clutch engaged in first and didn't make any crazy sounds, at least that i could hear over the non-existent exhaust but so far so good. Waiting on exhaust gaskets to come in today so I can put it all back together and take it for a drive. Also ordered new bushings for the driveshaft because the ones that came with the AT that I ordered off ebay were destroyed. VSSPro was also installed and so far just going into first goes the speedo is working. Will have to verify GPS speed once I actually able to test drive it. Also ordered all new OEM center console, HVAC cover, shift boot, trim ring, and console, and HVAC vent circles on the sides to replace all the white back to factory colors. Surprised they still make the OEM stuff but man was not cheap. Ordered a driver side retainer assembly that goes above the doors, mine is discolored and bent in the back and unusable.

12-20-2021, 01:25 PM	#104
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	Great progress.. When are you trying to do the first startup??? The essential relationship I have with my Dealer is instrumental in getting my car just the way I want it... and yes Subaru still has "ALOT" of Factory stuff in stock at the warehouses still for that purpose I am truly appreciative .. Keep on keepin on Bill

12-20-2021, 02:46 PM	#105
08redWRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 186068 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 2005 Hybrid WRX Prev: 19 STi/08 WRX	Hopefully start her up for a test drive tonight after I get all the gaskets and shift knob in. Ordered a new android radio as well so right now it'll have no radio or shift boot but thats ok as long as everything else works! I actually order all my stuff from online dealer Subaru Source. The closet dealer to me is 45 mins away, so instead of attempting to match the online price + drive and pick it up, Subaru Source actually has reasonable shipping costs compared to most online dealers. Ordered 11 items from them, including one that is 6feet long and it was only $50 to ship. Usually the stuff comes within a week to 1.5 weeks so not too long to wait for it.

12-20-2021, 03:29 PM	#106
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	^^^ Awesome... best of luck on your Start-up.... Bill

12-23-2021, 11:12 AM	#107
08redWRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 186068 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 2005 Hybrid WRX Prev: 19 STi/08 WRX	Whelp first drive didn't go good, didn't even make it out of my driveway. Upon engaging the clutch and rolling it has a "clacking" like stumble from someplace under the driver seat. Lifted on the quickjacks, it shifts through to 3rd no problem, didn't want to take it any faster while lifted on the quickjacks, just wanted to verify it shifts fine through the gears, which it does. But when its on the ground with load, something is making a clunk or something sound when i attempt to take off by giving it gas then press in the clutch and it rocks causing something to hit. Could be cause its so close to the firewall/tunnel but really don't know.. I really don't feel like dropping the transmission again on the floor as it was such a pain in the ass. Will probably bring it to my buddies friends shop who actually has a lift and can make the job 1000x easier. Not sure if something came loose when i messed up installing it 19x but just not sure what the noise is and its really pissing me off lol. At least i verified the VVSpro was working while up in the air but right now just frustrated with this thing.

12-23-2021, 05:19 PM	#108
KeithS05RS2.5 Scooby Specialist Member#: 306422 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Syracuse Vehicle: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS Dark Blue	No bueno man, hopefully you find out its something simple ...

01-06-2022, 06:58 PM	#109
08redWRX Scooby Specialist Member#: 186068 Join Date: Aug 2008 Chapter/Region: South East Location: NC Vehicle: 2005 Hybrid WRX Prev: 19 STi/08 WRX	So haven't posted in a while, been waiting on all the interior pieces i ordered which came in today. Also installed a new 10" android radio which has wireless carplay even though I can't even drive the car. They did forget to side one side vent cover so still have one white piece left to change out. I did forget to order the screws for the STi surround so will have to do that. Biggest thing I couldn't wait to replace was the broken side retainer that runs along the whole side. The rear portion was badly warped and warn. Piece alone was $200 but well worth it. passenger side is slighty warn and that i plan on sanding and spraying instead of buying another one. Still have to bring the car to a buddies, buddies shop to have them look at the transmission but just haven't done it yet. Eventually that will get done. For now she sits in the garage looking lonely.

01-12-2022, 09:20 AM	#110
KeithS05RS2.5 Scooby Specialist Member#: 306422 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Syracuse Vehicle: 2005 Impreza 2.5RS Dark Blue	Is that a custom trim surround for the head unit or did it come with it?

01-12-2022, 11:09 AM	#111
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	Niiiiice.. more info on the head unit please.. looking to upgrade mine from a 2009 Pioneer unit that is out of date.. also.. the trim you replaced... where did you find it for $200.. all the ones I have seen are in the 350 range.. Its coming along Bill

01-12-2022, 12:59 PM	#112
ARKTiKPENGUiN Scooby Newbie Member#: 421347 Join Date: May 2015 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Buffalo, NY Vehicle: 2002 Impreza WRX 86f Blue Steel Mica	https://www.amazon.com/Android-Bluet...83WH983V&psc=1 This looks to be the head unit, not sure of the surround trim but that looks pretty sweet.

01-12-2022, 04:41 PM	#113
shankmeyster Scooby Newbie Member#: 527832 Join Date: Dec 2021 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: AZ Vehicle: 2021 WRX WRB	I recommend a screen protector ASAP for the head unit. I've had multiple touch screens now and they like to get contaminants/scratches on them fairly easily without one.