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Old 04-12-2015, 03:52 AM   #18551
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Rims? No. I have some wheels though.
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Have a set of 02-05 wrx wheels
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Old 04-12-2015, 04:52 PM   #18552
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What size?
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Old 04-13-2015, 02:58 AM   #18553
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They only come in one size...
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Old 04-13-2015, 03:52 PM   #18554
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What size?
ya gotta do some research. People are willing to help you out but not when a back and forth convo on the forums goes on for 10 posts when really it should have been 3.

Just trying to give a helpful tip so you can get better feedback and answers..

Side note on tire width, was at the NYIAS on saturday and they had a set of the R8 rears on display.. I think they are like 10.5? Just insane haha After seeing the meats, I am self-conscious about my skinny stocks
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Old 04-13-2015, 06:11 PM   #18555
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ya gotta do some research. People are willing to help you out but not when a back and forth convo on the forums goes on for 10 posts when really it should have been 3.



Just trying to give a helpful tip so you can get better feedback and answers..



Side note on tire width, was at the NYIAS on saturday and they had a set of the R8 rears on display.. I think they are like 10.5? Just insane haha After seeing the meats, I am self-conscious about my skinny stocks

I'll be running 9.5s soon
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Old 04-13-2015, 08:32 PM   #18556
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I'll be running 9.5s soon


I'd love to run 9.5's what tire size would you need to clear them 215?

I love this stance
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Old 04-13-2015, 10:13 PM   #18557
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I'd love to run 9.5's what tire size would you need to clear them 215?
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Getting 18x9.5 Work VsXX reps and 235/40 tires.
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Old 04-14-2015, 12:23 AM   #18558
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That looks great! I was going to get those layovers but I had a question about the steering wheel. I know the Subaru stars pop out a little bit, is that noticeable with the i logo at all?



Interior trim paint/wrap is definitely next on the list.

The stars are noticeable a little but I actually like it. I got the matte finish so it I it takes a second look for you to realize that they are there and by that time, people are like....that's pretty interesting.

I repainted. This time I used a fan brush and red acrylic paint and made an hybrid camoish red wood grain look. I dig it. I might do it to the steering wheel controls. It's black plastidip, the 60% opacity acrylic paint, then clear plastidip over it.

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Old 04-14-2015, 07:38 AM   #18559
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ya gotta do some research. People are willing to help you out but not when a back and forth convo on the forums goes on for 10 posts when really it should have been 3.



Just trying to give a helpful tip so you can get better feedback and answers..




Heres the thing though, somebody could ask me a question and i could think i know the answer but be mistaken... Thats why i asked what size because people make mistakes, i wanted to gather as much info as possible... But i understand what your saying, 1 min after i asked that question i knew id get blown some **** for it haha. But thanks for being considerate, i appreciate. I guess i have to learn to be alittle more forum savvy haha!
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Old 04-14-2015, 12:29 PM   #18560
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The stars are noticeable a little but I actually like it. I got the matte finish so it I it takes a second look for you to realize that they are there and by that time, people are like....that's pretty interesting.

I repainted. This time I used a fan brush and red acrylic paint and made an hybrid camoish red wood grain look. I dig it. I might do it to the steering wheel controls. It's black plastidip, the 60% opacity acrylic paint, then clear plastidip over it.

http://i.imgur.com/2hn0H6E.jpg
Thanks for the reply, I already ordered mine, matte black I badges with silver lettering. Can't wait!

That wood grain looks awesome that's really impressive that you painted it like that. Reminds me of my moms old outback wagon trim.

I want to wrap mine but that piece over the climate controls has me worried. Id need a huge piece of vinyl for it. Same with the little armrest trays on the doors, they look like a bitch to wrap. Maybe I'll do that dip idea you had, I can't ever get it to look as smooth as paint though.
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Old 04-14-2015, 12:55 PM   #18561
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Thanks for the reply, I already ordered mine, matte black I badges with silver lettering. Can't wait!



That wood grain looks awesome that's really impressive that you painted it like that. Reminds me of my moms old outback wagon trim.



I want to wrap mine but that piece over the climate controls has me worried. Id need a huge piece of vinyl for it. Same with the little armrest trays on the doors, they look like a bitch to wrap. Maybe I'll do that dip idea you had, I can't ever get it to look as smooth as paint though.

The trick I have for smooth plastidip is heating the can with a hair dryer first. It's not the safest but it dries faster and is always smoother.
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Old 04-14-2015, 02:12 PM   #18562
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Looking at a set of 2012 WRX struts with Tein S springs for $300. 32k miles on the struts and 10k on the springs. Good deal, bad deal, or no deal? Just looking for a little drop and better handling.

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Old 04-14-2015, 02:47 PM   #18563
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Looking at a set of 2012 WRX struts with Tein S springs for $300. 32k miles on the struts and 10k on the springs. Good deal, bad deal, or no deal? Just looking for a little drop and better handling.
I've always heard Tein springs were garbage. Get the struts by themselves for cheaper and get some Koni inserts :thumbsup:
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Old 04-14-2015, 06:24 PM   #18564
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I know from reading that an 8" wheel is supposed to be like a 43 to 47 offset but i found a decent priced set of 2011 wrx oem rims and they are 8" with a 53... I should be fine right? What size tire would you guys recommend? I was thinking 225/45/17, or do i need 235/45/17 ?
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Old 04-14-2015, 06:56 PM   #18565
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I know from reading that an 8" wheel is supposed to be like a 43 to 47 offset but i found a decent priced set of 2011 wrx oem rims and they are 8" with a 53... I should be fine right? What size tire would you guys recommend? I was thinking 225/45/17, or do i need 235/45/17 ?
There are examples of 08-11 Impreza's with the 11-14 WRX wheels. They will fit fine.

Stock wheels from the 11-14 WRX's came with 235/45/17 tires: http://www.cars101.com/subaru/impreza/wrxsti2011.html
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Old 04-14-2015, 09:16 PM   #18566
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I know from reading that an 8" wheel is supposed to be like a 43 to 47 offset but i found a decent priced set of 2011 wrx oem rims and they are 8" with a 53... I should be fine right? What size tire would you guys recommend? I was thinking 225/45/17, or do i need 235/45/17 ?

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Stock wheels from the 11-14 WRX's came with 235/45/17 tires: http://www.cars101.com/subaru/impreza/wrxsti2011.html

Keep in mind you want to get tires diameter as close as to OEM. Use http://www.1010tires.com/Tools/Tire-Size-Calculator to find out...
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Old 04-14-2015, 11:12 PM   #18567
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I'd love to run 9.5's what tire size would you need to clear them 215?

I love this stance

225/40/18 for "Stance" but that's a bit of stretch and you'll need to be slammed. I'm going 235/40 and trying to have the least amount of camber possible with the help of my modified fenders and rear Cusco LCAs.
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Old 04-15-2015, 09:52 PM   #18568
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I'd love to run 9.5's what tire size would you need to clear them 215?

I love this stance
Can someone tell me what is parked in the background? It looks like a modernized brat, and I really want one!
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Old 04-15-2015, 09:53 PM   #18569
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Old 04-15-2015, 10:13 PM   #18570
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Thanks. Now that you mention it, I've heard of those before, but I didn't really know what they looked like
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Old 04-16-2015, 03:50 PM   #18571
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I am having trouble finding faq on the comparison of STI OEM exhaust being put on 2.5i's. Anyone have some insight? And yes, I checked the sticky.

Specifics: 2011 OEM STI dual Sedan catback. Putting on 08 2.5i.
Known so far: I don't want bigger than 2.5 inch diameter. The WRX catbacks for 08+ have easy fitment on the 2.5i (I'd get one of these if there were any up for sale right now). The 08+ STI catback can be put on the WRX.

Biggest question --> sizing of the midpipe and the alignment of the flanges.

Note: I plan on getting UEL in the future, I know thats the big thing. I just want a small change now in addition to the quad tip for a cheap buck. Thanks, appreciate the help.
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Old 04-18-2015, 01:35 PM   #18572
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Hey guys i did some research and im pretty sure i know the answer but figured i could get a straight forward response from you guys, the 2013 wrx grill wont fit my 08 2.5i right? Different bumper in 2012 right?
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Old 04-18-2015, 01:51 PM   #18573
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Yes, 08-10 is more rounded than the 11+. Google image search and you'll see
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Old 04-18-2015, 02:00 PM   #18574
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Yes, 08-10 is more rounded than the 11+. Google image search and you'll see

Thanks, i saw that but figured maybe it would work somehow. Appreciate the help!
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Old 04-18-2015, 03:28 PM   #18575
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So how well would 15x7 wheels with a 41mm offset fit on the cars and a 17x8 with an offset of 42?
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