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08-19-2018, 06:25 PM | #1 |
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My 2018 WRX Build
Hello! This is my build on a 2018 base WRX. Follow me on IG at @craft_tech. Most of my projects can be seen at www.craftechdesign.com
Check out my YT channel "TheShaddix". All of the carbon fiber parts on the car are made by me. Please note, I don't do any custom work. However, I do post some stuff for sale on my IG page. CURRENT mod list: Drivetrain: [Pro-tune by PhatBotti, 327 wtq, 301 whp on 91 octane] - Grimmspeed intake - Grimmspeed TMIC - Grimmspeed EBCS - Torque Solution TGV deletes - EGR delete (unplugged cable) - Perrin Charge pipe - TurboXS Bypass valve (BPV - fully recirc.) - MAPerformance (catted) J-pipe - Invidia R400 Catback Exhaust w/resonator deleted (painted black) - Torque Solution billet transmission mount - Whiteline positive shift kit - Boomba shift plate & solid bushing - Boomba short shifter - Shift stopper brace - Clutch pedal stopper (shortens pedal travel) - CF pulley cover by Craftech Design - Torque Solution pitch stop mount Wheels & suspension: - ESR SR08 18x10.5 +22, 255/35/18 tires - Silver's Neomax coilovers with 10k Swift springs & front radial bearings - ProdigyWerks 14" 6 piston front brake kit with stainless teflon lines - Perrin 25mm rear sway bar w/ whiteline tie beams, links, and lock collars - Superpro front 26mm sway bar - Tanabe front strut bar - Torque solution steering dampener lockout - Brake master cylinder brace - Soku bushings: differential, driveshaft, and subframe lockdown - Cusco front subframe reiforcing braces - Cusco driveshaft carrier brace Interior: - Renown steering wheel 350mm (alcantara) - "shorty" Grimmspeed shift knob - Gas pedal carbon fiber kit - Custom CF ebrake handle - Perrin ebrake button - Alcantara shift boot, e-brake boot & arm rest cover (Custom work) - Grimmspeed stubby stainless shift knob - Craftech Design cupholder & cubby plates and Steering hub cover Exterior: - Craftech Design Aero kit - Craftech Design front grill kit - Blacked out headlight housings with blinker relocation & upgraded LED bulbs (high beams removed) - HID low beam kit (6000k) - Custom rear badge vinyl (honeycomb texture) - Subispeed V2 Tail lights - Fenders rolled and pulled - STI 2020 Premium fog light bezels - Front lip (MP style) - Sideskirt extensions (STI oem style) - tinted windows: 35% front sides, 20% rear sides, 5% back window
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Last edited by TheShaddix; 02-19-2021 at 10:45 PM. |
08-24-2018, 09:30 AM | #2 |
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Nice!
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08-24-2018, 02:24 PM | #3 |
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Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: Fargo
Vehicle:2018 WRX WRB |
How does the MAPerformance J-Pipe sound with the R400? Everything I have seen says the R400 drones so I have all but written it off. I would really like the R400 if it does not drone on the highway (6th gear 60-80 cruising).
I am also looking at Phatbotti for an e-tune this winter when I am ready. |
08-27-2018, 03:01 AM | #4 |
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Vehicle:2018 WRX Premium WR Blue Pearl |
nice,
how much did the Pro-tune cost? |
08-27-2018, 12:20 PM | #5 |
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My 2018 WRX Build
Plans to restitch the steering wheel?
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08-28-2018, 01:05 AM | #6 | |
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Hit up Ron for a quote! Mine was 500 total. It's a stock wheel, wrap is stitched by myself with real alcantara. It's not a subispeed wheel. The wrap was never made to fit 100% as it's the same width all around. I got it for super cheap from someone and he just cut it to the right length/width, that's all. Feels 10x better than stock though. |
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09-14-2018, 01:25 PM | #7 |
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Location: PNW
Vehicle:2019 WRX STI LTD Pure Red |
What is your opinion on the ESR wheels? Are there any center cap options other than ESR caps?
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09-21-2018, 11:58 AM | #8 |
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I like them. The quality is great for replica wheels. Your only other option for caps is plain black ones from ebay. I'd just run with no caps as I do. Their caps are hideous. Their rotary forged series has decent caps though, not sure if those fit.
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09-28-2018, 03:02 PM | #9 |
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Join Date: Aug 2018
Vehicle:2017 WRX |
Is mid 300 whp a bit too much to ask for the wrx?
By the way, your channel is super underrated! +1 subscriber |
09-28-2018, 03:20 PM | #10 |
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Thanks man! And to answer your question, it's not the hp that stresses engines, it's the torque, specifically at lower rpm. 350 wheel torque is the most anyone should run on stock rods. I've met someone who ran 400 tq and bent a rod. Mine is 302 hp 327 tq. It's the torque you feel when you accelerate anyway, so i wouldn't worry about hp numbers. Also, make sure you go to a really good tuner. For me that's phatbotti hands down. Ron knows what he's doing so you won't hurt the car even at higher power levels.
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09-28-2018, 03:27 PM | #11 | |
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Ah that makes sense. I've heard him name quite a bit but I don't live in California. I was considering his E-tune when it's time, but for the money i might as well get a pro-tune, apparently there are some good techs out here in Dallas. |
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09-30-2018, 01:06 AM | #12 |
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Just watched your c.f. pedal and headlight videos. Great stuff. I subscribed! Do you have rubbing issues with such negative offset wheels?
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09-30-2018, 01:09 AM | #13 |
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Thanks! No rubbing anymore. If you watch the last video i made (overview), i talked about the fender work I did to make the setup work without rubbing. Too much work if you ask me, but really wanted 10.5" wheels no matter what.
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10-04-2018, 08:38 PM | #14 |
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Those wheels look awesome. Looks mean af
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10-28-2018, 02:39 AM | #15 |
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Front lip installed (got it on ebay)
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10-28-2018, 09:30 AM | #16 |
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Looks great. I just did the sti style fog bezels on my 18 base as well. I moved my turn signals to where the high beam would go in the headlight. How did u do yours?
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10-28-2018, 02:15 PM | #17 |
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yeah exact same thing that I did! I wedged the bulb bases into those holes and used the gasket maker silicone to seal them. Worked out perfectly. The sti bezels look awesome on these cars. I look back at the old pics without them and it's borderline gross with the fake fog light bezels and amber signals.
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10-31-2018, 10:26 AM | #18 |
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Vehicle:2018 WRX 6spd Prem. World Rally Blue |
Gorgeous scooby...how did u wrap that wheel? Stitched while it was on the steering wheel?
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10-31-2018, 01:29 PM | #19 |
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It's just a generic wrap, not fitted. I stitched it on without removing the wheel. Took a few hours. It's worth it as a temp wrap. Authentic alcantara but has gaps, etc. I will eventually look into getting a new wheel. For now this works fine.
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11-06-2018, 12:05 PM | #20 |
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Vehicle:2019 WRX series.gray CKG |
did you cut those taillight vinyl's yourself? just picked up a '19 CKG and im dying to get the white filled.
beautiful car btw! |
11-07-2018, 09:13 PM | #21 |
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I got those from subispeed. You can also find them on ebay but the subispeed ones are cut nicer and thinner. The best way to apply them is to spray both the tailights and the vinyl with slightly soapy water, then maneuver the vynil until you get it perfect, and squeegee out the liquid. Once it dries it'll never come off by itself.
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11-12-2018, 07:29 PM | #22 |
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That poke! Clean ride, love it!
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11-14-2018, 12:25 AM | #23 |
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Last edited by TheShaddix; 11-14-2018 at 12:31 AM. |
01-19-2019, 09:13 PM | #24 |
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Latest additions to the car
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01-20-2019, 04:30 PM | #25 |
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Nice clean build my friend!
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