2015 WRX auto-x impressions - Page 46

quickag · 11-26-2016, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 96accord

Yes they are.

2008-2014 STi BBS
Size: 18x8.5"
Offset: +55
Bolt pattern: 5x114.3
Wheel Weight: 20.5 lbs (forged)
OEM-equipped tire size: 245/40R18

Source: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show....php?t=2239019

I was under the impression 8 was the max wheel width in DS...but I'm still a noob so maybe I'm confused.

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96accord · 11-26-2016, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by quickag

I was under the impression 8 was the max wheel width in DS...but I'm still a noob so maybe I'm confused.

Wait for Fraser to reply. I is a n00b also.

jprice130 · 11-26-2016, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by quickag

I was under the impression 8 was the max wheel width in DS...but I'm still a noob so maybe I'm confused.

The Premium and Limited trims of the 2016/2017 WRX come with 18x8.5 wheels, so you can use the 8.5" wheels in DS if you have one of those cars. All trims for 2015 and the base trim for 2016/2017 is limited to 8" wheels. I assume Dr Fraser must have a Premium or Limited from 2016/2017. The downside with those trims is they all come with a sunroof, so that extra weight up high is kind of sucky.

DrFraserCrane · 11-26-2016, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by jprice130

The Premium and Limited trims of the 2016/2017 WRX come with 18x8.5 wheels, so you can use the 8.5" wheels in DS if you have one of those cars. All trims for 2015 and the base trim for 2016/2017 is limited to 8" wheels. I assume Dr Fraser must have a Premium or Limited from 2016/2017. The downside with those trims is they all come with a sunroof, so that extra weight up high is kind of sucky.

That is correct, I have a limited trim level. Wider wheels, but at the cost of super soft shocks, a sunroof up high, and a heavy power driver's seat. But then again, if I start moaning about the weight disadvantage, I should hit the gym and lose 20lbs before I blame the car

96accord · 11-27-2016, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jprice130

The Premium and Limited trims of the 2016/2017 WRX come with 18x8.5 wheels, so you can use the 8.5" wheels in DS if you have one of those cars. All trims for 2015 and the base trim for 2016/2017 is limited to 8" wheels. I assume Dr Fraser must have a Premium or Limited from 2016/2017. The downside with those trims is they all come with a sunroof, so that extra weight up high is kind of sucky.

So you are saying a '17 WRX Limited can run 18x8.5" wheels but my '15 WRX Limited can't? SMH :-/

I know rules are rules but same car just different year.

DrFraserCrane · 11-27-2016, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by 96accord

So you are saying a '17 WRX Limited can run 18x8.5" wheels but my '15 WRX Limited can't? SMH :-/

I know rules are rules but same car just different year.

thats correct. but they also fooled with the shocks from 15 limited/premium to 16+ premium/limited along with the wheel sizes

JasonS82 · 11-30-2016, 05:33 PM

I just had an alignment done at a well known performance shop in Tampa, Fl. They claimed they could only get -.8 degrees negative camber. It seems most say they can get -1.5 or so. My car is a bone stock 2016 wrx. Am I missing something? Are people over exaggerating? Did they shop not know what they were doing? Is there something different with my car? They said it did not have eccentric cam bolts and they tried every thing else to eek out as much as they could.

wiUFsh · 11-30-2016, 05:51 PM

I suppose there is a possibility that your car may be different but I was able to get -1.5 from both front wheels, not an exageration.

The tech was able to get -1.7 out of the front right but he set both at -1.5 since that's all he could get from the front left. My alignment was performed on bone stock suspension hardware.

JasonS82 · 11-30-2016, 05:57 PM

The only thing that throws me off is that this is a reputable performance shop that has been around a long time. I just don't get it. Paid 80 to get an additional -.3 of camber. I looked at the bolts and the has the tick marks on it and I was under the assumption that was an eccentric bolt. Dont know what to think...

DrFraserCrane · 12-01-2016, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by JasonS82

The only thing that throws me off is that this is a reputable performance shop that has been around a long time. I just don't get it. Paid 80 to get an additional -.3 of camber. I looked at the bolts and the has the tick marks on it and I was under the assumption that was an eccentric bolt. Dont know what to think...

The top bolt of the 2 strut bolts that hold the strut to the knuckle is eccentric.

see this post for adjustment description: http://www.iwsti.com/forums/4005830-post38.html

You can also eek out a little more by loosening all the bolts (2 on strut at knuckle, and 3 on the top mount) and push the whole assembly to gain camber through whatever tolerances are in the mounting points.

wiUFsh · 01-15-2017, 08:57 PM

I'm chompin' at the bit to get back out there this year.

Do you guys have any plans for new car bits? I'm getting new tires, brake pad/rotor/lines upgarde, and thinking about coilovers.

_brian_ · 01-15-2017, 09:12 PM

GTWorx bilsteins/RCE yellows/Whiteline top hats. should be fun. just the -2.2 front camber alone will help.

wiUFsh · 01-15-2017, 09:24 PM

These top hats?

http://www.subispeed.com/2015-subaru...y#.WHwum30dFp4

96accord · 01-15-2017, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by wiUFsh

Do you guys have any plans for new car bits?

Nope stock 4 lyfe.

_brian_ · 01-16-2017, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by wiUFsh

These top hats?

http://www.subispeed.com/2015-subaru...y#.WHwum30dFp4

yup. i got them off a member here for like $100

mball19 · 02-07-2017, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by DrFraserCrane

1). Driver aids -- I've run with the TCS full off and in TRAC mode. TRAC mode takes some getting used to the brake pulsing that pulls the car back on line, but the system works well. I would feel both out personally.
2). Can't help, I swapped by brake fluid before my 1st event in this car
3). Ive not had any overheating issues, but I usually pop my hood between runs, spray the intercooler, and leave the car running to cool down the charge temps and to keep the oil circulating

I just bought a 17 and am going to autocross it in a couple weeks. How do I turn off all the traction control? Hold down the button for 2 seconds until all the lights come on?

wiUFsh · 02-07-2017, 08:10 AM

Yes. If you continue to hold it for another few seconds past the initial dash lights that turn of TC then TRAC mode will turn off too.

wiUFsh · 02-07-2017, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by _brian_

yup. i got them off a member here for like $100

I just installed these, RCE yellows, and SPC camber bolts last weekend. The car feels completely different now. Very pleased with the results.

96accord · 02-07-2017, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mball19

I just bought a 17 and am going to autocross it in a couple weeks. How do I turn off all the traction control? Hold down the button for 2 seconds until all the lights come on?

Good Luck!

Where do you live? Autocross here won't happen for another 2ish months..

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Originally Posted by wiUFsh

I just installed these, RCE yellows, and SPC camber bolts last weekend. The car feels completely different now. Very pleased with the results.

Do you know how is the competition in the new class you are in?

wiUFsh · 02-07-2017, 08:38 AM

I've been racing in STX ever since I've been autocrossing. The competition is tough (those damn BRZ/FRS) but I've been holding my own pretty well.

My new RE-71R tires, Hawk HP+ pads, and Stoptech stainless lines will help out nicely too.

mball19 · 02-07-2017, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by wiUFsh

Yes. If you continue to hold it for another few seconds past the initial dash lights that turn of TC then TRAC mode will turn off too.

Thanks. I will try it

Quote:

Originally Posted by 96accord

Good Luck!

Where do you live? Autocross here won't happen for another 2ish months..

Savannah, GA. We had an autocross 10 days ago and the next one is the last weekend of February. It was 80 here today.

Do you know how is the competition in the new class you are in?

Probably not that great. I have another stupid question. Can I use 5mm spacers with the stock wheels and lug bolts? Forget the last question, I found my answer. I was thinking that a little extra "poke" with the stock wheels may help for autocrossing but, I don't think it is worth it.

wiUFsh · 02-07-2017, 08:12 PM

I've known a couple of guys that race 15+ WRXs in Street with spacers. The stock studs and lugnuts have worked for them. Making your stance wider won't hurt. What made you second guess your idea?

mball19 · 02-08-2017, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by wiUFsh

I've known a couple of guys that race 15+ WRXs in Street with spacers. The stock studs and lugnuts have worked for them. Making your stance wider won't hurt. What made you second guess your idea?

I read some posts on the internet that made it seem potentially dangerous. Do you know how thick of spacers that they were using. I wouldn't mind throwing some 3mm or 5mm spacers on the car.

wiUFsh · 02-08-2017, 05:33 AM

To be within Street rules, they were using 5mm spacers on the stock wheels.

mball19 · 02-09-2017, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by wiUFsh

To be within Street rules, they were using 5mm spacers on the stock wheels.

And they haven't had any issues Autocrossing with the 5mm spacers?

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11-30-2016, 05:33 PM	#1132
JasonS82 Scooby Newbie Member#: 452012 Join Date: Aug 2016	I just had an alignment done at a well known performance shop in Tampa, Fl. They claimed they could only get -.8 degrees negative camber. It seems most say they can get -1.5 or so. My car is a bone stock 2016 wrx. Am I missing something? Are people over exaggerating? Did they shop not know what they were doing? Is there something different with my car? They said it did not have eccentric cam bolts and they tried every thing else to eek out as much as they could.

11-30-2016, 05:51 PM	#1133
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	I suppose there is a possibility that your car may be different but I was able to get -1.5 from both front wheels, not an exageration. The tech was able to get -1.7 out of the front right but he set both at -1.5 since that's all he could get from the front left. My alignment was performed on bone stock suspension hardware.

11-30-2016, 05:57 PM	#1134
JasonS82 Scooby Newbie Member#: 452012 Join Date: Aug 2016	The only thing that throws me off is that this is a reputable performance shop that has been around a long time. I just don't get it. Paid 80 to get an additional -.3 of camber. I looked at the bolts and the has the tick marks on it and I was under the assumption that was an eccentric bolt. Dont know what to think...

01-15-2017, 08:57 PM	#1136
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	I'm chompin' at the bit to get back out there this year. Do you guys have any plans for new car bits? I'm getting new tires, brake pad/rotor/lines upgarde, and thinking about coilovers.

01-15-2017, 09:12 PM	#1137
_brian_ Scooby Specialist Member#: 337626 Join Date: Nov 2012 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Dallas, Texas Vehicle: 2015 WRX Crystal White Pearl	GTWorx bilsteins/RCE yellows/Whiteline top hats. should be fun. just the -2.2 front camber alone will help.

01-15-2017, 09:24 PM	#1138
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	These top hats? http://www.subispeed.com/2015-subaru...y#.WHwum30dFp4

02-07-2017, 08:10 AM	#1142
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	Yes. If you continue to hold it for another few seconds past the initial dash lights that turn of TC then TRAC mode will turn off too.

02-07-2017, 08:38 AM	#1145
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	I've been racing in STX ever since I've been autocrossing. The competition is tough (those damn BRZ/FRS) but I've been holding my own pretty well. My new RE-71R tires, Hawk HP+ pads, and Stoptech stainless lines will help out nicely too.

02-07-2017, 08:12 PM	#1147
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	I've known a couple of guys that race 15+ WRXs in Street with spacers. The stock studs and lugnuts have worked for them. Making your stance wider won't hurt. What made you second guess your idea?

02-08-2017, 05:33 AM	#1149
wiUFsh Scooby Specialist Member#: 296667 Join Date: Oct 2011 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Eastern Connecticut Vehicle: 2011 Forester 2.5X Dark Grey Metallic	To be within Street rules, they were using 5mm spacers on the stock wheels.