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Old 01-24-2018, 08:16 PM   #26
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Old 01-24-2018, 08:45 PM   #27
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Old 01-25-2018, 11:04 AM   #28
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A modded cvt wrx I would immediately look into additional cooling solutions for that transmission. A transmissions biggest enemy is heat for the most part.
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Old 01-25-2018, 11:12 AM   #29
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You could get a catless intermediate pipe to replace secondary cat and res
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Old 01-25-2018, 01:05 PM   #30
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What cooling solutions are you talking about?
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Old 01-25-2018, 01:16 PM   #31
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Old 01-25-2018, 02:51 PM   #32
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Can always trade it for a 6MT.........car still holds value.
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Old 01-25-2018, 02:56 PM   #33
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Can always trade it for a 6MT.........car still holds value.
Great input, never would have imagined a suggestion like that. Thanks 6MT_WRX.
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Old 01-25-2018, 03:03 PM   #34
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I’m not a fan of manual transmission in DC traffic
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Old 01-25-2018, 04:24 PM   #35
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Great input, never would have imagined a suggestion like that. Thanks 6MT_WRX.
Since no one suggested.......
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Old 01-25-2018, 04:26 PM   #36
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I’m not a fan of manual transmission in DC traffic
I see. Can't be worst than NY though. It's 2nd nature to me. Traffic does not bother me driving a 6MT.
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Old 01-25-2018, 04:38 PM   #37
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I’m sure NY is worse
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Old 01-25-2018, 05:04 PM   #38
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Thoughts on Ark grip cat back?
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Old 01-25-2018, 08:30 PM   #39
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Reading from your post, you only have a intake. So is your car on Cobb AP now? I don't have much going on with my car but I did get a Nameless Axelback. The car is too quiet in stock form so I needed some exhaust sound. It also helps shifting in a way.
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Old 01-26-2018, 03:06 AM   #40
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I do have the AP. I am stage 1+
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Old 01-26-2018, 10:23 AM   #41
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That small percentage is about 50, isn't it?
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I stated a small percentage of "potential WRX buyers". No I don't think 50% of potential buyers wanted a CVT.

Once it popped out on the market, it's possible it picked up 50% of sales. I don't have the numbers of that and can't find them online. I'd be happy to look at them though.
I think you are remembering a discussion about Australia. They apparently have a pretty high CVT rate.

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Is the tranny that bad?
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....is the HTCVT bulletproof? no, it still is limited at this point. Should you consider a CVT if you want to go big power? most likely not. Can you still have a fun, fast and sporty car with a cvt? hell ya.

The "problem" isn't big enough to warrant a recall. I'm in no way downplaying the issue because it is happening. Subaru put the recall out because negative reviews are the only thing people see. 1.5 million cars. 100 people complain, but, if an owner or customer is researching online, the 100 complaints are the only thing they are going to pay attention to. Causing "worry". Subaru did this to help alleviate that worry.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jensen/.../#acc5d0079dc8


I've asked around and it is acknowledged; but, doesn't look to be a huge deal(yet anyway). Granted, I have to consider I'm not getting the whole story; but, I trust my sources. You can take that as you will. Have fun with your car. Take care of it as well.
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Old 01-26-2018, 01:12 PM   #42
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It’s 2018 and ricers are still around!

If U told me in 1999 I would say... impossible.
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Old 01-26-2018, 02:57 PM   #43
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It’s 2018 and ricers are still around!

If U told me in 1999 I would say... impossible.
It's your fault, you refuse to die.
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Old 01-28-2018, 10:09 PM   #44
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Think I'm gonna buy a Prius and LS swap it. Thoughts?
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Old 01-28-2018, 11:37 PM   #45
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There are already quite a few threads in the FA20DIT section about this or join the FA20DIT CVT owners facebook group, some good info there.

I have been running Stage 1 for over 2 years and love it in my FXT. Not a single issue.

Quick summary:
- torque converter seems to be the weakest link
- monitor your trans temperature if giving it a hard time, can do this on your mobile with Torque app and a Subaru plugin.
- temperature sensor is in the gearbox so temperatures in the torque converter will be higher.
- they already come with an oem cvt cooler, however there is benefit from upgrading to a better one.
- there are people running Stage 2 with no problems, but they do run an upgraded cvt cooler and monitor cvt temps.
- watch the peak torque number when tuning, I asked my tuner to take a few psi out just around peak torque.

Yes I prefer manual but for family duties its great. Also good if you sit in heavy traffic every day. Dont listen to all the hate, everyone uses their car differently. Not many manual cars available new anymore.

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Old 01-29-2018, 08:51 PM   #46
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CVT is super peppy and a great option if you can't get a manual
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Old 01-30-2018, 02:09 PM   #47
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Cobb knows what they are talking about. If you want more power maybe a protune that reduces torque and gives you more top end to reduce stress on CVT might help.
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Old 01-30-2018, 03:15 PM   #48
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Would you guys recommend Clark turner tuning?
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Old 02-06-2018, 08:32 PM   #49
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I currently own a 2017 WRX with a CVT and I have been Stage 2+ for roughly 5 months and I absolutely love it! No problems so far. I even recently hit the 20,000km mark and she has no indications of slipping or reduction in power. She is also my daily vehicle, back and forth to work.

Mod lists include:
Mishimoto CVT Trans Cooler
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Boost: 18psi Target

What everyone seems to not understand is HOW you drive your car. If you tend to be conservative, a modded CVT will undoubtedly last a long time. Be a more aggressive driver with a modded CVT however, it won’t like you as much and one reason because of this is continuous boost throughout acceleration because of no “shift points” in the CVT (unless you count the S# mode). The second point is where the CVT does not like Low RPM-High Boost periods which can cause a fair bit of stress on the chain/belt. You could say that the chain/belt slipping to be considered it’s “weakness” but there are many other CVT Tuned WRX’s in Japan that are tracked and have no problems due to the addition of proper CVT cooling modifications and proper tunes that account for the Low RPM-High Boost areas.

I push my car to the limit ***SOMETIMES*** but that’s on rare occasions because I respect where the limitations of the transmission can go to. I treat my car with respect and she treats me by helping me know that it won’t break down.

My opinion on modified WRX’s with a CVT: HELL YEAH GO FOR IT! ***BUT*** do remember that there are limitations that affect how much power output you could put out (transmission etc) and secondly, HOW you tend to drive your car. Also, make sure to keep up with the required fluid checks and daily maintenance to make sure your CVT won’t crap out on you.
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Old 02-06-2018, 08:43 PM   #50
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i love these threads. a guy gets the correct answer but doesnt like it so he keeps asking until someone tells him what he wants to hear. a cooler or torque converter will not increase the torque capacity of the cvt. the chain flat out cannot handle more torque and remain reliable and there is no way to fix it currently. the only way a cvt will hold up under stage 2 power is if you dont use the stage 2 power. its not a question of will it fail, its when will it fail.
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