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I'd gladly have a look at it, if you need another opinion or if you need any other info regarding ease of basic diy mods to self built engine's . Think my "sticky" build thread on here covers the majority of mods, most of which have a albeit "sketchy" write up as I've done them Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

Finally found somewhere that sells samco v1 heater matrix hoses separately [emoji41] . Hopefully they'll be here tomorrow ,just in time for the weekend Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

I know the difference between classic and bug onwards is the hub is thicker where it slots into the bottom of the strut. If yours is a wrx it will run r160 hubs which are smaller than r180 hubs used in the bug onwards sti . Mayne look on the b.c website to see if the part numbers are different[emoji6] Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

I have to hide the keys before we go out so my mrs dont get in the drivers seat lol . Surprises me your jdm zorst hasnt sold already tbh Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

The icv is on the right attached to the back of inlet with a light brown plastic top . If you do remove ,clean and refit it dont adjust the 2 screws on the top and buy a new gasket [emoji6]

Have you checked the vac lines for leaks and cleaned the icv ? Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk

My 3" cobra track day system is mated to a cusco decat downpipe that has a 2.5" flange on the outlet fine with a normal "conical " fire ring gasket . If the overall cat back length is the same ,I'd keep the oe downpipe on until your ready to map . As it's not just overboost and boost creep you have to be wary of ,it's the boost coming it too early and without a a afr gauge it could be a expensive short cut Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Just a shame the only sti engines that have a cdb are the v1 sti's and a handful of v2sti ra's . As you could've cleaned, prepped , painted and rebuilt the whole thing before removing yours (meaning less downtime ). Have you got a budget in mind ? Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Check the colour of the fluid in the clutch reseviour, as it tends to get forgotten at service intervals and is prone to degrading due to being located above the turbo hotside. Sometimes a fluid drain ,flush and refresh is enough to sort clutch judder or engagement issues Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Yeah jdm big ports are better but also more expensive, not a straight fit in a classic , you'd need a avcs loom splicing in and a expensive ecu upgrade to make them work [emoji6] V3/v4 sti heads ain't cheap compared to other classic heads , expect to pay £350 to £500 a pair . Probably the next cheapest option would be to upgrade the valves ,springs ,buckets , cams ect in any v1 to v4 heads . Although that would probably be overkill for your target power imo . V1 sti heads have sodium filled valves but I'm unsure if v2sti or v2sti ra have too but a pair of those would see mid 400's before any noticeable restrictions Afaik Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

V3 /v4 sti heads are about the best for the pre 98 cars ,as they have the most agressive cams subaru fitted to classics and your inlet and auxiliaries will bolt straight on Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Have you checked the cam ,crank sensor plugs and engine loom earth's for corrosion? Have you definitely got spark and fuel ? Surrey rolling road have a lot of scoobs on their rollers , might be worth seeing if they can diagnose the problem? . Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

It might be worth checking the ecu codes and doing a ecu reset. I think most use a ebay obd bluetooth interface and the torque app on a smartphone . If the alarm is fully loaded ,does it have a hidden switch or sequence of buttons to re imoblize it ,maybe ?. As although mine is a different brand it has a few tricks to get it started ,even with the fob and keys . Also has a turbo timer built in which might explain it cutting out after running for a short while? Hopefully it's a easy fix fella Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

It will probably be the drivers side rocker cover and half moons . They're prone to getting brittle due to the heat cycles caused by the turbo and up pipe Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Some good looking value for money mods that will give real improvements, with comfort ,handling and breaking [emoji41] Glad you read the reviews on the toyo headers before buying them [emoji6] Assume you know The up pipe ,tdo5 and yellow injectors will have to be esl mapped in before you drive it to far . Think it's the first v1 jdm import I've heard of with steel wishbones tbh Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

You could use a self levelling latex, which would probably be fairly chip resistant but not "spongy " as such . Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

I've got a few spares kicking about but they're all from gc8 ej20's (2ltr turbo imprezas) and unfortunately most engine components are different between the 2ltr turbo and 3ltr na . The 3ltr h6 is normally a reliable lump ,so hopefully the new motor will only have a minor serviceable misfire . Don't forget to post some pics once it's here 👍 Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

I think Ian @ godspeed does refurbished rear calipers and sells seal /piston kits . Or you could upgrade to "newage" 2 pot rears ,bigger dia discs and conversion brackets Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Get the gearbox code off the white sticker near the starter motor . It should begin with "TY5##### , the give that a google to find the ratio . Any 5 speed impreza turbo box with the same ratio will fit fine but the bugeye onwards ty54 5 speeds tend to be a bit stronger 😉 Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

I think the place in Norwich is called Brooke breakers ,bud . I'm near Copdock , so not too far away from you either Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Re plugs I found a spark plug socket attached to a 3/8" to 1/2" reducer fits perfectly 😉 I gaffer taped them together to stop them parting company after spending 20 mins trying to remove a spark plug socket after fitting my 1st plug [emoji53] Haven't driven mine in about a fortnight, it's been sat there covered in dust while I've been laying a patio and cutting slabs [emoji57]

You could be getting a code up for lambda sensor due to a fuelling or spark fault causing the lambda readings to be out of the maps parameters. Check the coilpacks for cracks in the insulation and see if the spark plug colour /condition give any tell tale signs of a misfire or fueling issue. Could be something simple like a dirty air or fuel filter altering the afr readings Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

I run a set of lateral phase adapters to fit my nismo 550's . What's your target power ? As yellow 440's will max @ about 350hp . Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

I got 280 miles so far from £50 of v power but I've had the Rev limiter (my mrs) in the car . Generally I don't look at the Mpg when using all the ponies, as I'd probably sell it [emoji23] It's all about the smg (smiles per gallon)[emoji39] Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk

Hi n welcome, nice looking classic you've got there [emoji106] Sent from my SM-G900F using Tapatalk