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Old 07-22-2017, 01:37 PM   #376
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I have a question in regards to not hitting boost until the car is up to temperature:

What if I hit minimal boost, like 2, 3 or 4 psi? I try not to go above 3k RPM when my oil temp is below 180, but I ocasionally shift slightly above 3k and end up hitting a couple psi of boost. Is that at all bad? If so, i'll really try to shift at around 2500, even though its obnoxious for me to shift at such a low rpm
You're fine. I usually shift 3-3.5k before its warmed up but I usually don't even get into boost. As long as youre not going WOT and hitting 18 psi, you're good.
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Old 07-22-2017, 06:04 PM   #377
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16 WRX all stock so far. 53,000 miles so far. Only issue I've had is a couple of times it didn't want to start this summer. battery was acting weak, and it was right after driving it, and then had a short stop at a store. No lights left on. Read around and it seems the ECU likes to reduce alternator output when the engine is pulling hard. That sounds about right, as I flog on this car daily. I have since the first miles. Anyway the fix is to run the headlights on all the time as it forces the alternator to keep working. I'll get a new batt in the near future. However, other than that the car has been perfect. I have had all services done at dealership, and kept it stock. Dealer keeps putting different mileage intervals on my sticker. Previous one was 8000, the next was 6,000, and this one is showing 7,000 miles to service. Do they do that on purpose, or are they making an error there. I usually get it done at 6000 regardless, but I have gone 7500 miles between oil changes a couple times. Subaru synthetic oil each time. Every time I've checked it before going in, and the oil level before the change has been full, and the color has looked good. I drive the car pretty hard. I don't speed all that much, but from the range of 0 to 80 I'm usually pushing the gas pretty hard if the opportunity arises. I don't redline it because it does seem to fall off a little over 5000. I try to shift at 5200 but sometimes go a little over or a little under. I drive it pretty hard right from the cold start, but do try to keep it under 4K for the first couple of minutes. So far, I think this car has been great, and it's not showing any issues from my treatment. She just seems to like to be driven, rather than babied in my opinion.
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Old 11-26-2017, 03:10 PM   #378
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2015 WRX 46k miles.
Cobb Flash and Fujitsubo exhaust
No problems
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Old 11-26-2017, 06:31 PM   #379
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2016 Premium. Just rolled 20k on the odometer today

Mods:

MAP cat-less j-pipe and exhaust
ETS Intake
Tgv / egr deletes
EBCS
Some suspension stuff

Tunes:

COBB stage 1 for the break in
MAP stage 2 until about 13k
Protune 13k-present. 323 hp and 319 tq in a mainline dyno.

Driving habits:

Always warm up to about 180 degrees before getting into boost. Redline a few times a week. Will run with whoever whenever I can.

Maintenance:

Oil changes every 3k.

Outcome:

Zero issues since owning the car. Bought brand new In March of 2016.
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Old 11-29-2017, 02:51 PM   #380
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2018 WRX Base, 2 months, 1.2k miles

Feels great, no issues. Although I do feel a noticeable power loss between ~4k-5k RPMs, but from searching online this seems common. One of my co-workers also mentioned shifting in the 18' felt noticeably smoother than his 15'
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Old 11-29-2017, 02:57 PM   #381
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2018 WRX Base, 2 months, 1.2k miles

Feels great, no issues. Although I do feel a noticeable power loss between ~4k-5k RPMs, but from searching online this seems common. One of my co-workers also mentioned shifting in the 18' felt noticeably smoother than his 15'
This is typical is stock WRX. Even just doing an AP and a protune you will notice a big difference. I remember when mine was stock and hitting the nose dive in power in the upper rpm range. I kept saying to myself who tunes a car like this . I swear the OEM tune is what breaks things as I remember the OEM made the car very zippy in the low end instead of smooth power throughout the power band. I wish you luck with your car!
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Old 11-29-2017, 04:05 PM   #382
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2015 WRX
350WHP/350WTQ on E62 (mustang dyno)
M1 ESP every ~ 5k
EGR/TGV Del
KB J/I
Nameless Mid
Stock axle back
IAG AOS

A few other tid bits, but else related to the engine.

Car is at 55k and running just as strong as the first day. Yes it makes some funny noises sometimes, but it starts when I crank, and goes like hell when I put my foot down. I've changed the battery and done a few other things, but when it comes to whether or not the car gets me from point a to b, I cannot fault it. Nothing I would consider a problem.
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Old 11-29-2017, 04:27 PM   #383
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2015 WRX (build date Dec 2014)
Engine stock @ 55,000 miles
Subaru oil and filter change every 6000 miles. First oil change was after 1000 miles.

No issues so far. Going stage 2 in December since the warranty is almost up.
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Old 11-29-2017, 10:46 PM   #384
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Adding mine to the list.

Currently at about 31k miles. Stage 1 OTS tune at 800. Stage 2 (just catless j-pipe) at 2000, with a Bren tune. Periodically added additional parts as they became available.

Current mod list:
3-port Grimmspeed EBCS
Grimmspeed Stealthbox
Mishimoto charge pipe
EGR & TGV deletes
Invidia catless J-pipe
ETS Quiet catback

I think that's about it for power adders.. Only minor issue I've seen was my pitch-stop bracket started getting the ever so slightest crack (running a Kartboy pitchstop mount). Threw the pitchstop bracket on it and haven't noticed it getting any worse, with a couple track days on it too. Handful of other mounts and bushings done to tighten up the drivetrain.

Running Mobil1 Euro blend 0w40 since the first oil change at ~1k miles. Changing oil every 3-4k or so.
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Old 12-10-2017, 11:32 AM   #385
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2016 CVT Premium
Purchased New two years ago
46,000 miles
Stage 1 (Cobb)
27 MPG is S-Mode

No mechanical issues. Will be adding a CVT cooler, TGV/EGR Deletes, a Grimmspeed TMIC and then getting an e-tune.

I just replaced the factory battery but that is common in the desert after two summers. My blower motor relay sounds like it is failing or will fail so I will be replacing that shortly.

Only "annoyances" is the in-cabin noise and the rattle.
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Old 12-10-2017, 11:41 AM   #386
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2016 WRX Limited
Purchased new.
At 10k miles I went from stock to full stage 2+ and straight to the dyno for a protune.

Currently 23K miles on the odometer. Car runs great, no issues besides the smoking from the tail pipe which is becoming typical for stage 2 cars. Hits target boost no problem.

Change oil (Rotella T6 5w-40) every 3500 miles and use the OEM filter, new crush washer every time.

MODS:
Cobb stage 2+ Catted package (AP, Catted J-Pipe, Intake, Full Exhaust)
EBCS
Grimmspeed TMIC
EGR/TGV Deletes
Boomba short shifter and plate
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Old 12-10-2017, 11:47 AM   #387
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I love how people are posting in the "zero issues" thread and listing issues lol.
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Old 12-25-2017, 05:10 PM   #388
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2017 WRX
I bought my car brand new and it is currently at 20k miles. I've been running this setup for about 15k miles and have had zero problems. It's my daily driver and beat on it pretty hard on a regular basis. I went through the stock tires at 18k miles lol.
Mod List:
GS TMIC
GS Chargepipe
ETS intake
Invidia Catless Jpipe
PRL TGV & EGR Deletes
E-tune from Torqued Performance
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Old 12-26-2017, 01:40 PM   #389
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Got my 2015 WRX in Jan 2015, almost exactly 3 years ago.
Now at 95k miles with absolutely zero minor or major issues. (might be one of the highest mileage WRX of 2015 MY in the US)
Pro tune, Cobb full turboback, GrimSpeed EBCS since 20k miles
ETS FMIC, TGV-EGFR delete since 50k miles
Many other non-powetrain related mods
Oil changes at the dealer every 5k. Walnut blasting at 70k

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Old 12-26-2017, 01:45 PM   #390
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2016 CVT Premium
Purchased New two years ago
46,000 miles
Stage 1 (Cobb)
27 MPG is S-Mode
How many miles on Stage 1? And is it 91 or 93?

Thinking about taking this route soon but I've heard some people are having trans slipping issues even on Stage 1.

Could be how they treat the car, too, but I'm just gathering opinions and info.
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Old 12-28-2017, 07:53 AM   #391
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I think every car forum needs a thread like this lol. If you only read what people post usually you'll think every car is a pile. Looking forward to getting into a 2018 WRX
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Old 12-28-2017, 02:36 PM   #392
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Got my 2015 WRX in Jan 2015, almost exactly 3 years ago.
Now at 95k miles with absolutely zero minor or major issues. (might be one of the highest mileage WRX of 2015 MY in the US)
Pro tune, Cobb full turboback, GrimSpeed EBCS since 20k miles
ETS FMIC, TGV-EGFR delete since 50k miles
Many other non-powetrain related mods
Oil changes at the dealer every 5k. Walnut blasting at 70k
Thought I was high at 83,000, but yea, no issues at all here. Stock except for IAG AOS installed at 15,000, and other little tidbits (mudflaps, alum skid plate, shifter bearings). Oil changes every 5,000.
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Old 12-28-2017, 07:31 PM   #393
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Tuned by ProCom Racing by Lou @ Toms River, NJ
332AWHP/349AWTQ
***Hit them up if you are in Jersey, great guys other there***

Engine Modifications:
ETS Front Mount Intercooler
3.5" Core/TiAL Flange Upgrade
ETS Air Intake w/ Intake Box
TiAL QR Recirculating BPV 10PSI Spring
IAG TGV Deletes
PRL EGR Deletes
ETS CatLess J-Pipe
Grimmspeed EBCS
AEM320 Fuel Pump
IAG AOS

Transmission:
Boomba Short Throw Shifter
Boomba Transmission Plate
Perrin Shifter Bushing
Perrin Shifter Stop
Perrin SS Braided Clutch Line

Suspension/Handling:
Perrin Pitch Stop Mount
Perrin Pitch Stop Mount Bracket
Perrin Master Cylinder Brace
Tanabe Tower Strut Brace

Current Mileage: 15k
Oil Changed: Every 3k
First Oil Change 1K: Subaru OEM 5W-30
Second Oil Change 3K: Subaru OEM 5W-30
ALL Other Oil Changes (3K Intervals): Motul 8100 5W-30 X-Clean; switched to Motul 8100 EFE 5W-30 @15k since Motul discontinued X-Clean

Cabin Air Filter: Every 10k (OEM Filter)

Diff/Gear/Transmission Fluid: Every 12k; Motul Gear 300 75W90

Spark Plugs Swapped @ 14k; OEM Plugs

Compression Test Performed: (Health Checks): CYL1: 230 CYL2: 210 CYL3: 210 CYL4: 200 (15k)

BlackStone Oil Lab Analysis Perform Every Oil Change.

No problems other than recalls and a fuel tank swap since I broke two studs when installing the fuel pump.

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Old 12-29-2017, 05:54 PM   #394
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2016 WRX
CWP

Tuned by ProCom Racing by Lou @ Toms River, NJ
332AWHP/349AWTQ
***Hit them up if you are in Jersey, great guys other there***

Engine Modifications:
ETS Front Mount Intercooler
3.5" Core/TiAL Flange Upgrade
ETS Air Intake w/ Intake Box
TiAL QR Recirculating BPV 10PSI Spring
IAG TGV Deletes
PRL EGR Deletes
ETS CatLess J-Pipe
Grimmspeed EBCS
AEM320 Fuel Pump
IAG AOS

Transmission:
Boomba Short Throw Shifter
Boomba Transmission Plate
Perrin Shifter Bushing
Perrin Shifter Stop
Perrin SS Braided Clutch Line

Suspension/Handling:
Perrin Pitch Stop Mount
Perrin Pitch Stop Mount Bracket
Perrin Master Cylinder Brace
Tanabe Tower Strut Brace

Current Mileage: 15k
Oil Changed: Every 3k
First Oil Change 1K: Subaru OEM 5W-30
Second Oil Change 3K: Subaru OEM 5W-30
ALL Other Oil Changes (3K Intervals): Motul 8100 5W-30 X-Clean; switched to Motul 8100 EFE 5W-30 @15k since Motul discontinued X-Clean

Cabin Air Filter: Every 10k (OEM Filter)

Diff/Gear/Transmission Fluid: Every 12k; Motul Gear 300 75W90

Spark Plugs Swapped @ 14k; OEM Plugs

Compression Test Performed: (Health Checks): CYL1: 230 CYL2: 210 CYL3: 210 CYL4: 200 (15k)

BlackStone Oil Lab Analysis Perform Every Oil Change.

No problems other than recalls and a fuel tank swap since I broke two studs when installing the fuel pump.
You seriously change your diff and tranny oil every 12k? Do you not drive much??? Because that is hella frequent...
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Old 12-29-2017, 08:13 PM   #395
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You seriously change your diff and tranny oil every 12k? Do you not drive much??? Because that is hella frequent...
Had the car for two years only put 15k but yeah, like to have a good maintenance history is all
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Old 01-02-2018, 01:10 PM   #396
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2015 WRX Premium

Bren Tuning 323WHP/322WTQ

Engine Mods:
TGV Delete
EGR Delete
Grimmspeed 3-port
Killer B Dual EWG Header
MAP Intake
MAP Catless J-pipe
Stock catback

Other Mods:
Rear LSD out of Forester XT (Best Mod I've done)
Perrin Shift Stop
Trailer Hitch

Currently I have 36,000 miles on it with no major issues as of yet. I did have the battery die about 1.5 years in, but that's not a big deal. The only other problem I have so far is the slight oil burning. I've read that is a common problem with these cars once you go catless, but other than that I can't complain. Prior to going catless, not a drop of oil was burnt between my 5000 mile oil changes.
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Old 01-07-2018, 10:01 AM   #397
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checking in again.

15' WRX, 35,000 miles.

Only problems so far:

Throw out bearing making noise- fixed under warranty

Trunk latch wouldnt catch unless truck was slammed shut- fixed under warranty.


edit: No mods on the car except nameless muffler delete.
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Old 01-08-2018, 07:03 PM   #398
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Got my 2015 WRX in Jan 2015, almost exactly 3 years ago.
Now at 95k miles with absolutely zero minor or major issues. (might be one of the highest mileage WRX of 2015 MY in the US)
Pro tune, Cobb full turboback, GrimSpeed EBCS since 20k miles
ETS FMIC, TGV-EGFR delete since 50k miles
Many other non-powetrain related mods
Oil changes at the dealer every 5k. Walnut blasting at 70k
How did the valves look at 70k?
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Old 01-08-2018, 08:25 PM   #399
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checking in again.

15' WRX, 35,000 miles.

Only problems so far:

Throw out bearing making noise- fixed under warranty

Trunk latch wouldnt catch unless truck was slammed shut- fixed under warranty.


edit: No mods on the car except nameless muffler delete.
throw out bearing going bad isnt "zero problems".
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Old 01-09-2018, 10:49 AM   #400
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Hmmm I have had zero related issues to the stock parts that came with my OEM car when I got it new..

With that said, most of my car is not stock.. so if **** happens it's on me!! So far only broken bolts, ripped off front bumper and plastic **** under the car. Curbed my Volk wheels really bad and pissed off my neighbors with loud exhaust..

Oil change with motul 10w40 V300 every 3 - 5k depends on the weather.. not changing in minus degree weather. Sti swap with Motul comp oil. Grease and lube all joints with Amsoil hd grease. Has been one tough car, Ive done some very hard snow and ice driving and all good. Ron Watson tune doing great, CT tune also doing great, no cold start issues.. my tune is a WIP yet still a bit afraid to turn it up.

Oh yeah get a new battery stock one is ****! I've replaced knock sensors, plugs, and on my 3rd GS CAI filter..

Also if modded with motor and trans mounts check your bolts.. my headers where missing 3 nuts when I did my swap.. they wiggled out some how..

But yeah Zero OEM issues.. but how would I know :-).. 30+ k miles most on stage 2+ or 3 what ever it is called these days..
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