Jay762

@savage bulldogs it was however there are two things stopping me returning it to source, one I do not know the history between it leaving said tuner and me purchasing it, two given what has surfaced so far if corners have been cut and compromises made so far I would not want that repeated and be in the same position but more money. Dependent on what is found when the engine is disassembled - products stated as used vs what is actually there, I may have course for recompense as it came from an independent dealer We shall see - need to have everything documented as it unfolds otherwise it gives areas of ambiguity and therefore accountability could be disputed

Went to visit the STI hatch at the garage, confirmed HG failure also suspicious about the ticking noise from engine on idle - I thought was forged pistons but they pointed out it does not stop when engine up to temp. After cleaning all the oil off the block you can now see it is blowing from the back of the block as well as sump rim. When timing cover was removed we found a single bearing roller had been used, now I have this installed on my 2.0 NA auto, which is fine for 150BHP tootling about but for the standard WRX STI this should be a double bearing as the forces are greater and the bearing can overheat Pic with clear cover top right roller is what my last WRX STI came with and what I would expect to be in place. Pic without cover shows my roller with a deeper recess due to only having a single bearing. So upshot is - a full teardown, inspection and rebuild - see what parts are salvageable, hopefully not too much damage has been done, check for further compromises in quality sort out all the issues then I will have confidence when pushing on the track, unfortunately it means funds earmarked for oil cooler and surge tank have been diverted to sorting the basics. Will continue the progress on the project thread

I have used these guys before and you can do a search on your reg plate, may help https://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/led-car-van-motorcycle-truck-bulbs/

Looks tidy - Good luck with the sale

It wouldnt put me off if the rest of the car was fine -panels aligning etc, it could just be carpark dings or someone keying the car, If the panel was full of filler with a big dent the window would not go down, door opening mechanism fouling etc.

Way hey - welcome back, project thread 😁

that caliper price is good - that abs sensor is a bit of a bummer Try adjusting the belt tension before spending out on the power steering

They are easy enough to refurb yourself if you can take it off the road for a bit - still not free but Big Red will sell you a refurb kit which would be better than paying for an unknown second hand pair

Can completely empathise with that - but all come together in the end

As above - a proper map will be matched to your car exactly not a generic solution - they can also put in antilag, FFS and downshift blip but not sure about LC?

good idea - will do that to mine I think 🙂

yup headlight removal is the way to go - I didnt and nicked the bumper 🙃

nice one!

Yup used KYB shocks before plus my lad running the KYB / Eibach combo on his colt - much improved over standard

Everyone has to start somewhere - The major challenge will be ensuring you dont screw up the timing but there are videos online to sort that. I dont think you have the belt guide on a 2.0NA so no chance of you rubbing your belt away due to incorrect postioning. Take your time and take photos along the way

Wotcha and welcome - as above, it is better to sell and buy a manual

Today in an effort to get more access to the top of the block to remove oil I poured this from my reservoir tank - not happy And dropped the fluid from the radiator

Good luck with the sale 👍

Great info - very useful to know thanks

Manifold is unequal and it does give the burble - this will be retained 👍 Ill follow up with Alyn - cheers

Thanks - ill check those and replace all the washers, I have a new oil feed line coming from HEL as I learnt the hard way with my 200sx eating turbos due to feed line being partially blocked by cooked oil.

That is a steal - hopefully someone will snap it up

Lovely looking motor - surprised it has not gone

Great looking car - what is the price?

dont know - only found it when car was on the ramp, will reassemble with a bit of exhaust sealant and replace wrapping with a blanket then I can pretend its fine.... Looked at a one piece replacement and fell into the upgrade spiral..... Oh there is a bigger diameter option, Well I will need the manifold to match, Well it makes more financial sense to buy as a set, Whats a rotated / twisted turbo setup..... Conclusion - live with current setup for the moment and shopping list has been amended 😁