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Old 01-07-2025, 11:48 AM   #1
LesGubmit
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Smile Rebuilt '15 WRX FA20 with CTV - What else should I replace?

Got my long block rebuilt and have already purchased the following:

IAG Long block installation kit with water pump, spark plugs, oil filters, break-in oil, etc
Boost Lab turbo (TD06SL2-54X)

Perrin:
Turbo inlet hose
Throttle body coupler kit
AOS
Oil Cooker Kit

Mishimoto:
Radiator w/ new hoses
Fan shroud kit
Coolant Overflow tank
Ancillary hose kit
Top mount intercooler
Transmission cooler
racing thermostat

GrimmSpeed 3-port boost control solenoid

Cleaned fuel injectors (BoostLab)

Thinking of getting:
Transmission oil filter, drive plate flywheel plate, flywheel bolt, VVT Solenoids and Fuel filter

I'm a newbie and appreciate any help. This rebuild is costing me a pretty penny already and I don't want to get it all back together and realize that I missed something important.
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Old 01-07-2025, 12:19 PM   #2
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The little, teeny CVT cooler is a joke and a reason for CVT failures. I'd replace it with a "real" cooler. While not a turbo FA, when the engine went on my FB, it went up on blocks and parts were stripped and sold. Want any Crosstrek doors?
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Old 01-07-2025, 05:16 PM   #3
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Definitely get an upgraded oil pickup, inspect the timing system (chain, tensioner, guides), and confirm your fuel pump is up to the task. A little extra prep goes a long way with builds like this.
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Old 01-07-2025, 07:57 PM   #4
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Scratch the CVT filter off your list. The CVT fluid filter is buried up inside the transmission case in a place Subaru doesn't even let thier technicians go. See part 31835*A in the drawing below - they don't even list a part number for it.
No use replacing the screen in the pan - a CVT transmission don't shed friction material like a regular automatic so there is nothing to clog the screen. Just drain and fil the fluid.
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Old 01-08-2025, 10:45 AM   #5
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Thanks, Elbert! Will scratch off my list.
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