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06-27-2008, 09:47 PM | #1 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 79934
Join Date: Jan 2005
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E. Canada
Location: Kitchener, Ontario
Vehicle:02 WRX MBP |
Need Checklist Completed: 05 USDM STi 6MT into an 02 WRX
Hey guys, I stripped my 'glass' WRX tranny of it's 2nd gear the other day with absolutely no pre-warning signs of any sort after 140k (kilometers, ~90k miles) - so I decided to start if off properly and drop an 05 USDM Transmission that is soon on it's way!
I've read the FAQ's and understand what I need to get but sometimes I read that I need one more thing or something that I infact can re-used from my 5pd so I just want to clarify and maybe help someone else along the line who's in my exact position! Ok so here it goes: 05 USDM STi 6MT into 02 WRX Transplant Master Swap-List: - Transmission: Bare transmission with oil lines - Driveshaft: Either one-piece STi driveshaft or an auto driveshaft off a WRX or legacy for example - STi Transmission Mount - 6-speed Clutch Fork - R180 Rear Differential or Stock R160 with 3.90 R&P gear which replaces the 3.54 gear (NOTE: IF YOU BUY THE R180 REAR DIFF YOU NEED THE REAR STI HUBS/AXLES/BRAKES) - DCCD controller (optional but recommended!) - 6MT Shifter Linkage Now for the questions: 1. I want to use the stock R160 - So I need stubs, circlips, and seals to reuse my rear WRX axles. I can re-use my stubs, but what about circlips and seals: are these absolutely mandatory, and if so, where I can find them to buy?? 2. What DCCD controller should I use? What are my options? (Neetronics, Spiider, what are the most popular/most recommended?) 3. With the use of the DCCD controller and the 3.9 R&P gear in my R160 - will the diff be ok for now? Anyone been running this for a while and can tell us how they're holding up?? 4. What tranny mount? Are aftermarket mounts (ie. Cusco) really worth the extra $$?? Any other tips/hints/opions on this swap or anyone care to share their similar "budget" 6MT swap?? I really don't have the extra $$ to go R180 + STi axles/hubs/brakes . . . will I really be ok? I'm paranoid about grenading the R160 w/ 3.9, will DCCD controller come in big help? Thanks guys - looking forward to keping you all updated on the progress!
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06-28-2008, 12:03 PM | #2 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 79934
Join Date: Jan 2005
Chapter/Region:
E. Canada
Location: Kitchener, Ontario
Vehicle:02 WRX MBP |
anyone??
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06-28-2008, 08:33 PM | #3 |
Big Ron
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Join Date: Apr 2002
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Location: I can save you a ton of cash
Vehicle:on car parts so PM me b4 j00 buy |
DCDC options:
MoTeC Spiider OEM DCCD Rocket Rally GEMS Neetronics Cheapest/easiest would be Spiider (PM him) or OEM DCCD. DCCD will have no effect on your R160 i terms of wear. Tranny mounts are discussed in the Driveline FAQ, read it and decide for your self. |
06-28-2008, 10:19 PM | #4 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 149267
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Canton, CT
Vehicle:2002 6-speed wrx psm |
Suggestion: buy a 3.90 diff, They usually go for around $200 used on the forums. If you go the R&P route your looking at 300-400 for parts and a pain of an install (If your not an experienced mechanic w/ the right tools, dont even try)
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