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Pads and disc look fine, any ideas or does it need stripping down callipers?

Ok so no paint code for wheels seems to be industry standard (?). Anyway, looks like closest over the counter option is RAL7021 black grey and then clear coat.

Not solved for bonnet release mod yet but have a batter charging via tender mod using magnetic charger adaptor and some cables. Hardest part was working out the magnetic connector polarity hence the spare fuses 🙂 Use pigtails from batter tender to connect to car battery, use extension cables to connect pigtails to magnetic connector using space connectors, use other extension cable to hardwire to other part of magnetic connector which in turn connects to the cable from the battery tender. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Battery-Tender-Plus-Charger-Maintainer/dp/B00VI9B9F2/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=battery+tender&qid=1627559306&s=automotive&sr=1-4 https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/312463474907 https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07TDN1BM1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00DGPNYA4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0731MKK21/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Ended up just getting from dealer, pricing was decent enough, delivered.

Success! Thule fixing kit 5178 does the job. Paired with Thule footpack 7105 and Evo 135 bars. I think you can use other Thule footpacks and there are certainly other Thule roofbars. Trick is to follow the spacings as per the instructions precisely, fully loosen off the foxings when attached to the footpacks (use supplied allen key to loosen off as much as you can after slotting the fixing into the footpack) before placing, per spacing specs, onto roof. When on roof, make sure footpaks are properly seated into roof channel and then start to tighten one side, only do about 3 turns before doing the same on other side. Alternate between sides using the 3 turn method until each sides are torqued. This method prevents the footpack on one side popping out of the roof channel before the other side has been fully torqued. It helps to have tow people.

Looking to repair some minor damage to alloy, dark grey anthracite 2017 STi, but spoke to Subaru and they do not have colour code for wheels so has anyone had luck finding an an off the shelf that is a good colour match?

Looking for UK based online source for genuine OEM touch up paint pens. Searched google and plenty third party but only US based for OEM sources. Issue is the metallic fleck finish which, as I've used both third party and OEM on previous cars when in the US, OEM was the only one that was 100% match. Any ideas?

Struggling to pin down compatible roof rack options (roof bars, footings etc) for 2017 WRX Sti 4 door saloon. Thule looks like the best / only option but their product selector is confusing and when selecting model for compatibility check it shows two conflicting results for what appears to be the same model but they list it twice so if you select one it says ok, but if you select the other it says nothing fits. I've tried Halfords and they can do bars but nothing shows up for footings. Anyone actually got roof bars etc on their 2017 Sti? The roof is "nornal" so no built in racks or attachment points in rails along edge etc.

Has anyone done a mod to be a redundant backup method for opening bonnet in event of release cable failure? Recently my bonnet release played up on me and fortunately was able to get open by eventually the release pull under the dash worked but got me worried for future. I have attached battery tender cables that are accessible in the event of bonnet release failure I can at least keep battery charged as I don't not use car very often. Maybe something hidden attached to lock mechanism that can be accessed under front splitter? Any ideas?

Many years ago I had oil pipe leak that unfortunately lead to big-end going. Early signs were a ticking type noise under load which over the next few months got worse and evolved into a loud rattle and finally engine seized. Don't intend to alarm you but given your low oil it may be worth investigating to at least rule it out. Quick redneck check you could hold long screwdriver to top of engine block while engine running and press your ear against the handle and you would be able to hear any unusual noise (ticking, rumble etc). Of course there may be some non related noises but if nothing stands out then that is likely a good sign. If temperature related, the ticking is more likely not rev dependent and would be heard as components cool down, particularly around the headers and heatshields. Hope it turns out favourably.

Yes - will end up taking a look once weather less cold. Read that OEM head unit needed to keep some infotainment features that are built into software as well as possible to utilise the mini display at top of dash for front camera, again, all depends on what is in there already. As a fallback, assuming existing head unit not suitable, anyone got recommendations for aftermarket alternatives as again, read that getting tidy bezel finish is tricky and options here seem very limited. Dealer not overly knowledgeable about the specifics.

Looking to add camera to OEM head unit. Does anyone have recommendation? No idea if current OEM head unit has socket for camera. comes standard on US model but don't know what options are open for UK. My strong preference is to have OEM type install i.e. not having separate dedicated display on dash or having to install new head unit. I've done various google searches but US centric. Any insights are appreciated.

Hello - just joined forum. Live in Northern Ireland and have a 2017 WRX STi. A few earlier models but not seen too many current versions running about over here. Lockdown not helped. Keen to learn from the community as have some plans for modifications over time but no real experience on Subaru. Came from Lotus so some prior experience of getting hands on with maintenance.