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Hi - My 2008 2.0l Hatchback Impreza RX has really poor headlights. Dealership told me that they were "as they should be" (?) So I'm looking to upgrade them. I'd like to put a Lightbar on it, but thats imposible with the body shape. Been looking at Morimoto XB and they look really good. Sent email and asked if they could confirm the system was UK compliant - this was their reply . . . All of our XB lights are designed for and tested on US spec vehicles. I do not believe they would be UK complian
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Hi guys, I'm rebuilding an ej255 aiming for around 450bhp with forged internals etc... I've seen its recommended to swap to the more durable sti 6-speed transmission if doing this. Do people usually swap to the r180 rear diff as well and if so are there any good conversion rear axles that you can source in the uk so I dont need to change hubs and everything. Appreciate any guidance as this is my first time doing anything like this, thanks. (07 wrx hawkeye saloon 5mt)
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Can anyone tell me the largest diameter discs I can fit front and rear without running into need for mods? Believe the standard discs are 275mm but hopefully there is something bigger I can fit.
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Hi all, new here and looking for advice! I'm looking to purchase this Subaru WRX S4 from Japan. It has already been imported and registered in the UK and I'm in talks with the owner/dealer on how to insure this vehicle before purchasing as this is my final decision breaker. So far I have tried compare the market with the registration but when I put it on there it only shows as a Subaru Legacy diesel. He then recommended calling Japcover but they don't have the model on their system. I then tried
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Front are 26 and 18 inch, 19mm top lock connector (TLC), also known as push button. Heyner blades 028009 and 036000 with B1 connector £29.84 inc p&p. Bosch Icon 18OE and 26OE from Amazon at £60 the pair, delivered from USA are original equipment , come with correct connector fitted. Halfords don’t sell any that will fit according to their website. Other sites reckon my car is a 2021 model based on inputting reg number, but Subaru changed the connector for 2022 model from hook to TLC. Vi
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Have purchased a pair of Lucas 200% Brighter HID D2S Headlight Bulb. Paid for fitting also (no local garage and I stopped grubbing under my bonnet 20 years ago). It's a 15mile round trip in traffic; planning to go early tomorrow morning. Will let you know after a road test tomorrow night, Thanks for your advice.
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Let us know how you get on with it and the improvement in lighting if noticeable.
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Aye thanks for the response, yeah i was trying to avoid changing all hubs and everything but might have to consider it if i can find a set. And yeah I was gonna look into getting closed deck conversion. I have got slightly improved brakes but yeah you got any recommendations for these? Thanks
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Should be fun, make sure you get proper supporting mods or it wont last long (oil cooler, front mount etc etc etc), also worth having the block closed decked for longevity. Have a look here, https://uk.subaruownersclub.com/forums/topic/22371-2007-sti-limited/ mines a forged closed deck 2.5. As far as drive train, I've not had a new age wrx to sti swap, but I did have my old type R converted from a 5 speed to a 6 speed, im not 100% sure its the same unfortunately, but was a bit of a pain as its not as simple as just swapping the diff, drive shafts are different (male/female) , propshaft is a different length, need to double check ratios match. By the time you've done all the drive shafts etc may as well just get a full setup (don't forget bolt pattern may be different) Other thing is i would very very strongly advise you upgrade the brakes before you even think about cranking up the power (if you haven't already of course), the standard 4 pots are just not up to running that sort of level of power. I had a 400bhp hawk wrx on the standard 4 pots and they were, um yeah sketchy haha
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Need to check out the clutch system, It hydraulic so a few components that could be causing issues. If that could be its either heavier than your used to (subarus do tend to have heavier clutches) or may be the clutch itself, could have an aftermarket clutch, some can be heavy especially if they are heavier duty.
