Subaru WRX STi '08, codename bigsparow. 37,--- mi. Acquired on July 22, 2011, carfax, sticker, remarks from the original owner. Oil used: ------------ Blend 5W30 MOBIL1 Fully Synthetic, Castrol full synthetic 5w30.
"Because your WRX STi is a performance machine above all else, the driving performance of your WRX STi has been prioritized above driving comfort, which can sometimes result in higher NVH level (noise, vibration and harshness) under certain circumstances" source: 06 Owner Reference Guide SUBARU IMPREZA WRX STi.
To do:
- fix rust with POR-15;
- secure AUX cable better above brake pedal;
- coolant;
- 30000 mi service (
brake fluid,transmission and rear differential oil, flush coolant, new plugs, air filter, cabin filter, fuel filter); - power steering;
- replace cabin air filter.
Done:
- NGK 2309 iridium spark plugs, one step colder operating temp (~60,000 mi);
- drained and replaced brake fluid, using ATE Super Blue Racing Fluid;
front brake pads StopTech;- front left strut replaced;
- repaired AC;
- front hub bearings replaced;
- drained and refilled transmission and differential fluids, used Subaru Extra-S 75W-90 gear oil at 40216 mi;
- Insulated hatch better;
- Replaced front and rear brake pads with Duralast ceramic barkes at 57000 mi;
- Plastidipped side moulds and front bumper ducts;
- Plastidipped top part of the grille that had colour that matched nothing;
- Wheel alignment (05/2013, 70,000 mi);
- Front left inner tie rod and alternator belt replacement (70,000 mi)
Mods and add-ons
| # | Name click to sort | Description | Category | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original purchase, Sticker. Includes: |
26000.00 | |||
| adjusted price — sold oem springs, sway bar, oem floor mats, enkei gtc01 rims ($1000), oem gps navigation ($400). | 24510.00 | |||
| 1 | 19x8.5 Racing series hyper black wheels, hub centric rings and tpms | Enkei GTC01($455 ea) write-up. | Wheel/Tire | 00.00 |
| 2 | All-season tires | Nitto NT NeoGen ZR 245/35ZR-19 XL 93W B ($180 ea) | Wheel/Tire | 00.00 |
| 3 | Rear spoiler rubber lip | Custom made | Exterior | 00.00 |
| 4 | Front bumper rubber lip | Custom made | Exterior | 00.00 |
| 5 | Mudflaps | Custom made | Exterior | 00.00 |
| 6 | Adjustable rear sway bar | Perrin Performance | Suspension | 00.00 |
| 7 | Performance F+R Springs | STi Pink | Suspension | 00.00 |
| 8 | Bluetooth hands free system | OEM | Interior | 00.00 |
| 9 | Tint | SunTek High Performance Series |
Interior | 260.00, 200.00 |
| 10 | Access Port | COBB v2 AP-SUB-003 | ECU | 325.00 |
| 11 | Shift knob | COBB WRX model, trimmed bottom to fit reverse gear toggle | Interior | 35.00 |
| 12 | Cat back exhaust | SPT | Performance | 700.00 |
| 13 | SF Intake + SF Airbox | COBB | Performance | 100.00 |
| 14 | Forged aluminum wheels | 17x8 BBS STi OEM '05 powdercoated black + | Wheel/Tire | 700.00 |
| 14 | All-season tires | Toyo Proxes FZ4 225/45/17 | Wheel/Tire | 0.00 |
| 15 | B-Quiet Ultimate | (50 sq. ft.) + B-Quiet Roller | Interior | 157.00 |
| 16 | Ensolite IUO Peel and Stick | (14 sq. ft.) | Interior | 57.00 |
| 17 | All-season tires | Falken Ziex Ze912 245/45/17 | Wheel/Tire | ---.-- |
| 18 | Invidia Extra 02 Bung Downpipe, 3-Inch Downpipe Adapter, Prosport Black Exhaust Wrap Kit, GrimmSpeed Subaru Turbo to Downpipe Gasket. (pic1, pic2) | Invidia | Performance | 365.00 |
| 19 | Audio | boss 612UA media receiver (36.60)++, bestbuy harness (19.99), single din kit (27.18) | Interior | 83.77 |
| 20 | Performance tires | Sumitomo HTR Z II 255/45/17 (70,000 mi) | Wheel/Tire | 483.88 |
| 21 | Leather interior | Upholstery by Classic Soft Trim, Hayward,CA | Interior | 1000.00 |
| Total: | 00000.00 | |||
To buy:
- http://blackvue.ru/
- media receiver
- try this (http://www.dipyourcar.com/) for sidemarkers.
- purchase downpipe with 2.5" outlet;
- DAMD flat bottom steering wheel
- black side fender mould with STI set
- fog yellow covers
- http://ww.leatherseats.com/WRX_leather_kit.asp, http://www.katzkin.com/, coverking.com ¿?
- Tires: 245/50R17 (matching OEM), 245/40/18, or 245/35/19.
- http://www.lamin-x.com/
Sold:
n/a
etc
http://www.fredbeansparts.com/all.html?subaru=295&search=View+Products&limit=all
iwsti.com, nasioc.com, List of approved oils, badgeofownership.com. Alternative to Subaru Extra-S gear oil is Motul Gear300 75W90.
OEM wheel spec: 18x8.5", offset: +55, bolt pattern: 5x114.3, wheel weight: 20.5 lbs (forged), tire size: 245/40R18.