Jay762

Cheers matey... No it will still be a hatch - missus doesnt like the saloons - but I cant complain I do like the hatch myself and when the classic project comes along she wont be that interested ;)

Donation made - but just read Steves post so might approach you again before you place the order ;)

Its been a while since the we had to let our STI go but this weekend we put a deposit down on a replacement. Looking to collect a 2.0 rx hatch automatic with 156bhp of snarling death under the hood this weekend :) It has about 38k on the clock in dark grey metallic with alloys and rear parking sensors will be fitted before collection. In answer to the question why go from a 330bhp manual to a 156bhp auto, well here is the plan... The elderly inlaws have an 1988 auto Camry which is still going but will need quite a bit of money spent in the not too distant future, being the still very independant / proud pensioners they are actually helping them out takes a bit of cunning - the idea is we get this motor for a short while then pass it on to them when we get something a bit tastier. That being said it hasnt stopped me compiling quite a shopping list... Stainless steel exhaust system (thanks GMI!! http://uk.subaruownersclub.com/forums/topic/14125-gminsites-wrx-hatch/#entry86741) Wheel refurb Continentals all round PIAA wipers Subaru boot liner Subaru rear fender guard LED lights STI centre console (as it has a slide closure for the cup holders) Mirror closure module and loom Carbon splitter S.O.C stickers and mudflaps to put them on... trying to justify a strut brace - (again thanks GMI) Also the dash only has a fuel guage tacho and rev counter no temp guage so was thinking about an STI / WRX pod conversion as I dont think guages down the a pillar will win the inlaws over Will upload some photos as soon as we get it home :D

Yup interested - Ill have one :)

They both do same job - think it is just a matter of preference over noise made

Still does sound like leak somewhere particularly as you have it running fine, soapy water way to go for leaks

Not a fan of this type of enforcement particularly when you pass seemingly miles of roadworks and no-one actually there!!

Really useful link that - nice one :o)

Wotcha and welcome Greg - just enjoyed reading you other thread, will be following that one :)

Looking great - clearly you have done your homework with what mods will work best for the track ;)

Wotcha and welcome, keep us posted on what you decide and feel free to get stuck in with the rest of the forum, loads of info on different motors - Matt owns a wagon with a fair few mods

Wotcha and welcome - great looking motor you have there

Wotcha and welcome - check codes as suggested but it could be plugs or coils breaking down - injectors may need a clean, if the fuel pump has not been changed in the last 10 years that could be starting to lose some of its pressure...??

Wotcha and welcome - all friendly here, as Stants said feel free to get in amongst it all

Yup - i get the gist alright will you do a vid of it running so we can hear it?

Please do - we have found many others have benefited from experience on this forum - also it is a nice way to keep people motivated / supported when they embark on something - particularly if it is the first time they have attempted a new task

Chassis fuel pum and brakes would need a review as well, look at a wrx or sti as a quicker route

Keep us posted would be interested to hear how you get on, vibe etc. Seen Ace cafe and bike stuff but not cars.

Great post!!

What engine is in it, think you mentioned it in the other thread but have forgotten?

Might be interested in a bit....

Yup - Porsche having being saying that for years :)

sorted ;)

pssst mate - dont tell anyone but you have put the body work on back to front, if you change it quick I dont think anyone will notice - Always interested in good old engineering challenges so would be interested to follow, would you like this in the project threads as an 'honourary' six stars build?

Why do you need to know as what you are debating is less than half a second? There are so many variables that come into this particualrly with and older car? RCM's Gobstopper is a classic model - with one or two mods I must admit but its 0-60 times are ok. The late JGM's claasic is no slouch either but bottom line it depends on power to weight ratio and how well you can lay down the power. Is this a pub conversation ;)