Jay762

I have done both before - Ran without heat shield, ironically a freer flowing exhaust does not get as hot. but repair washers mean you can address with exhaust in place

I dont know the car but it reads well - not been over stressed for the modifications completed

No I think he is just having his vacation 😉

Its a justifiable viewpoint, totally understandable however you may be sworn to secrecy with @Mr B as he has maintained mysterious anonymity to date 😁

Yup start at front then rear

From what I know (word of mouth / reputation etc) they are fair in their pricing - however hold out for a @Mr B response as he should provide an alternative - in theory his own place?? And TBF he knows a thing or two about Fozzys that is for sure 😁

try this guy - had some stuff off him and he has been reliable so far https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SUBARU-IMPREZA-WRX-X1-WHEEL-NUT-BREAKING/323793307080?hash=item4b6395c5c8:g:Dk4AAOSwu5ZbcsTT

ooooh very nice - do like to the front end on the new versions

Wotcha and welcome - depends on your budget and how much noise you would like, loads of videos on youtube to give you an idea of sound

Sorry no

Front left followed by right rear Front right followed by left rear - effectively front to rear diagonally

Wotcha and welcome - Alan Jeffreys is one of the main people in your part of the world https://www.enginetuner.co.uk/

I always fill the oil filter with oil prior to refitting so the engine is not sucking on air when restarting, echo above though pulling the sensor is to cold crank the engine after the oil has been replaced

This is what I have To eject the cd/dvd you hold down the tilt buttom while it opens and continue to hold it for a few seconds to eject To eject the MAP DVD - while the screen is tilted (horizontal) press the top right of the screen for 5 seconds. You will need to insert disc 1 of the Nav DVD's before trying to add any of the update DVD's Hidden menu 1. Turn key to "ON" postion 2. Press "Agree" 3 Press the "Audio" button 4. Press the right most volume knob (Audio off) 5. The screen should now be blank except for "Audio off" at the top 6.Tap the left side of the screen, then the right - repeat 6 times 7. The hidden menu should now display The additional documents I have https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENUINE-SUBARU-IMPREZA-HANDBOOK-OWNERS-MANUAL-WALLET-NAVI-2007-2010-PACK-K-451/333073549912?hash=item4d8cbb0a58:g:OFIAAOSwAvFcZY2Q

ooooohhh very nice 😍

Got this from another forum - be aware This is a person to avoid mate....remember this name & company.....I’m absolutely shocked to even see him on Facebook,he’s stolen multiple 10s of thousands of pounds from people over the years. He disappears for a while then comes back, no doubt because it’s Christmas

TDR in Warwickshire would be a little closer to you

Hatchback - ahhh I see now in the title - Wagon - apologies

No that looks a lot different to the 2.0 NA / WRX S item

Don know about the 1.5 vs 2.0 NA but I know the wrx s turbo exhaust will fit on a 2.0 NA with a smaller donut seal as the cat pipe is smaller on the NA. If you take some diameter measurements I can check for a match

Yes that was my intention - keep them separate, this one is about moving forward 😊

I had, response received stated that any liability / issue is between myself and the dealer I purchased the motor off

Just for info - I did promise to share the result with SC and have done so by email

It has been identified as the original engine

Overview This report details the results of a build completed by Scoobyclinic. It illustrates that a combination of parts, which on correct assembly could result in an engine capable of a solid 440bhp but fail completely within a very short space of time (approx 6200 miles) due to a number of reasons - Head studs incorrectly fitted, head bolts not torqued down, machined faces scored, liners proud of block, poor honing and piston to cylinder gap intolerance History Built by ScoobyClinic for Mikee Singh Sold by M Singh to James Bastable Sold by J Bastable to Paul @ Midwest Performance Bought from Midwest Performance by me Advert from the Midwest site http://midwestperformance.co.uk/product/2008-subaru-wrx-sti-505-bhp-scooby-clinic-racing-spec/ 2008 WRX STI,Massive Scooby Clinic Racing Spec, 5000 miles since forged engine rebuild, , 480 bhp and 500 ft lb pump fuel v power, 505 bhp & 525 ft lb on 20% meth, Mapped by Mark and pat at Subaru Specialists Scooby Clinic, , Syvecs S6 GP ECU with syvecs expander, , Toucan touch screen display, , 6 switchable maps, , Launch control, , Anti lag, , Engine:, SMG linered ej257 block, Built by mark Wilson at clinic, JDM Hatch Spec C Dual AVCS Heads, FIC 1100cc injectors, Spark plugs ngk 7, Mahle Forged pistons, Manley rods, ARP Studs, Cosworth Gasket, Twinscroll sump, New Billet SC46 (high flow turbine)…… The car was built by scooby clinic for one of there in house racing drivers as his daily car Kev @ Scoobyclinic has confirmed the spec as described in the advert and that the build was completed by Mark – quoted as being a “£12k build” by email. The engine numbers could not be confirmed as it was an internal project and that data is not retained by SC The parts listed have been confirmed on strip down which identifies the engine to be the original build unit: ARP Studs Mahle pistons Manley Rods Linered EJ 257 block Spec C heads Mileage on car when collected Circa 38000 (Online MOT history confirms this to be valid) Mileage when rebuild was completed Circa 32900 Current mileage 39064 Approximate mileage completed by myself 1000 Approximate mileage completed since rebuild 6160 Both J Bastable and Midwest Performance have stated no engine work or parts were replaced on the motor by them. The Report Leaking crank seal All cam pulley bolts were very loose except n/s exhaust pulley. It is suspected that was tightened up properly making the timing belt slip on that pulley hence the rest being dangerously loose, they would have continued to gradually loosen until falling out completely All clearances on timing guides were incorrect, these are fitted to ensure the timing belt does not jump teeth. How these were fitted it’s not possible they could do their job correctly. Damage from a tool under one of the cam seals. It looks like the seal may have been hammered too far in then a screwdriver used to pull it out damaging the head A single bearing timing belt small guide idler bearing fitted The 2.5l STI has a dual bearing type as standard due to the heat and load that can be generated in the bearing race The oil pump had inadequate sealant. Whilst it was not leaking at the point of engine failure it had the potential to fail in the near future This oil pump is a Cosworth modified Subaru 10mm oil pump & this engine is dual AVCS so should be fitted with a 12mm oil pump as standard. (OEM Part number: 15010-AA310) As it is an aftermarket oil pump with a smaller diameter but with the potential to generate increased pressure it is contentious as to the oil supply requirements, pressure vs flow rate capability. For a dual AVCS 2.5l unit there is a high probability this would be insufficient The specific mounting bolts which require three bond sealant on assembly had none applied resulting in eventual oil leakage Head studs fitted incorrectly. This potentially caused / contributed to the failure of the cylinder head gaskets. The head gaskets have definitely failed in several places. It cannot be ascertained 100% if there was the reuse of old head gaskets in this build. The damage on the gaskets could be attributed to either vibration caused by the head studs being incorrectly fitted - not being torqued as required or that old head gaskets have been used resulting in cylinder head gasket failure. Given the relatively low mileage since the rebuild (circa 6164 miles) and the damage to the gaskets themselves this would indicate the reuse of old gaskets. On removal of head studs from the block, grit was present in the threads. This means the head studs will not have been torqued down correctly The face of the head shows scoring. This will have been incurred either on assembly with the face being moved on a rough surface or during the machining process - blunt tool or material being picked up from the sleeve and dragged across the surface The sleeve itself is prominent above the deck not machined flush. There are signs of the engine burning excessive oil, evident by the burnt oil on the crown of all pistons The pistons have picked up in their bores. This could be down to incorrect piston / wall clearances or a poor quality build - not completing pre installation tolerance measurements. The bores have been honed incorrectly (too shallow an angle on the hone) This has contributed to oil usage due to oil bypassing the rings.