| Author | Message | ||
| William Huber (Solipsist)
Member Username: Solipsist Post Number: 987 Registered: 9-2001 |
Remember, when you get it, ask about your one year FREE membership to the SCCA. I know the dealers here in Texas offer it. SOLO II  | ||
| Vincent (Vincent348)
Member Username: Vincent348 Post Number: 444 Registered: 4-2003 |
brian, I sent you an email @ [email protected] Vincent | ||
| DJ (Godfather)
Junior Member Username: Godfather Post Number: 87 Registered: 11-2002 |
Get a HKS Type II Racing BOV. Its overkill for any setup you may get. | ||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 638 Registered: 11-2002 |
Blow off valves do sound pretty cool. Get one because of it's utility though. There are companies out there that are making them simply for the sound, meaning the louder the better. They even have some where you can adjust how loud it is. That stuff is rubbish. Concentrate on ones that have tried and true use. They WILL save your turbo if you do a lot of aggressive driving and track driving. Cheers | ||
| Tim N (Timn88)
Advanced Member Username: Timn88 Post Number: 3082 Registered: 6-2001 |
BOV's sound cooler than turbo timers. One of my friends had one on his WRX for a few months before he wrapped it around a phone poll. I loved the psshhht sound it made whenever he let off under boost. | ||
| DJ (Godfather)
Junior Member Username: Godfather Post Number: 86 Registered: 11-2002 |
Whats the big deal? Buy both a turbo timer and BOV.  | ||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 609 Registered: 11-2002 |
Forgot to add, about one minute is enough for decently fast street driving. If you are doing drag racing then two minutes should be ok. If you track the car and spool the crap out of the snail then you should wait 5 minutes at most. A better turbo investment is a blow off valve. It'll do your turbo good. A lot more good than a turbo timer. Also, the waiting time is not for the turbo to spool down. The turbo goes from insane rpms to pretty much a dead stop as soon as you let go of the gas. The turbo is cooled by oil, and the waiting period is for the turbo to cool properly so that no deposits are left or so that the metal (turbine blades) won't warp after repeatedly leaving it when it's red hot. Cheers | ||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 608 Registered: 11-2002 |
Brian, Turbo timers are overrated unless you run your turbo HARD. There won't be a need to sit with your car unless you just finished a spirited drive. Cheers | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 104 Registered: 8-2002 |
What about a normal drive not exceeding 3000-4000 rpms. Do I need to let the car idle for a little before shutting it off. A turbo timer voids the warranty...not an option. I would certainly sit with my baby if I was running the car hard, however it redlines at 7,000. Basically...when would I need to sit with the car, and wait for the turbo to spool down, and when can I just leave it?? How high can I run the engine before I need to stay and let her spool down?? Vince, still waiting to hear from you | ||
| Jason Williams (Pristines4)
Member Username: Pristines4 Post Number: 322 Registered: 12-2002 |
Woops. I just read Tim's post and didn't see yours. Oh well. It's better to here something multiple times than once. | ||
| "The Don" (Mlemus)
Advanced Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 4939 Registered: 8-2002 |
Jason, DO you not read the threads that are posted? Look two down from yours. | ||
| Jason Williams (Pristines4)
Member Username: Pristines4 Post Number: 321 Registered: 12-2002 |
If you don't want to sit around your car for a few minutes waiting to turn it off, then just buy a turbo timer. | ||
| Tim N (Timn88)
Advanced Member Username: Timn88 Post Number: 3079 Registered: 6-2001 |
Noel raises good points. Always let the engine idle to let the turbo cool down. If you just shut if off, the oil will cake up in the hot turbo. Synthetic oil is far better for turbos because it isnt affected by heat nearly as much as regular oil. You dont have to change it every 3-5k miles if you use synthetic. Oil change intervals would be 10k at the minimum. | ||
| "The Don" (Mlemus)
Advanced Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 4936 Registered: 8-2002 |
I had a Celica All-Trac Turbo in the late 80's. I bought a HKS turbo timer to let the engine idle after I shut it off. It was $200 and I could park, shut off the car and lock it and walk away. The timer would all the car to idle and let cool oil go throught the engine and allow the Turbo to "spool down" | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 4312 Registered: 8-2002 |
••••. That explains a lot. | ||
| Noelrp (Noelrp)
Member Username: Noelrp Post Number: 256 Registered: 8-2001 |
Brian, As for maintenance, pay special attention the oil since it's a turbo engine. - Change the oil religiously (every 3-5k miles). - Use synthetic oil. - Avoid redlining while the engine is still cold. - Do not shut off the engine immediately after a good drive. Let the engine idle for 3-5 mins to allow the turbo to spool down. - Easy on the clutch, Subaru dealers are not warranty-friendly dealers. Enjoy! | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 4308 Registered: 8-2002 |
Yes; don't drive like me.  | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 103 Registered: 8-2002 |
DES, It is gonna happed. I am sooo siked! My father who is still out of town, is calling the two dealers today! What do I have to do to take care of it. I mean, what is the big responsibility? Anything I should know to keep it in good shape? | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 4294 Registered: 8-2002 |
Brian, this is awesome...! Looks like it's gonna happen... Keep us posted... | ||
| Vincent (Vincent348)
Member Username: Vincent348 Post Number: 430 Registered: 4-2003 |
Brian, Congratulations, It's a car that I think you'll keep clean no matter the color. That car is pretty awesome and has a good racing heritage The car itself is quite a responsibility. I told a collector the other day that I had bought my dream car. He replied: "GREAT!: everybody should have a sweetheart!" I think he's right, treat her that way. Enjoy! I'll drop you an email about burroughs. | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 102 Registered: 8-2002 |
I am indeed getting the car. I really think silver is the way to go. Black is a big responsibility to keep clean. I would rather have the silver...however your black 348 is stunning. | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 101 Registered: 8-2002 |
Vincent, Thats really funny. Its changed LOTS. Still really really hard...lots of work. I dont know if it used to be like that. What year did you graduate?? Do you remember...Mr. Haskins...Mr. Thomas...gosh, I cant think of any more. Please let me know...and what you thought of the school. You can also email me at [email protected] GOtta go study for finals Regards, Brian | ||
| Vincent (Vincent348)
Member Username: Vincent348 Post Number: 428 Registered: 4-2003 |
Ha! I went there too. Great place. Are you getting the car? Get black. | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 100 Registered: 8-2002 |
Vincent, I go to John Burroughs...what about you? | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 99 Registered: 8-2002 |
I just got back from the dealership. One guy has a brand new 2004 in Silver, with everything I want. The MSRP comes out to be like 26,500. We negotiated him down quite a bit, but what do you think I should end up paying. I decided on silver. Easier to keep clean. I never get tired of silver cars. The only problem is that my neighbor has a silver 2003. I dont want his car to influence the color that I really want, after all, its my car not his. | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
Member Username: Entelechy Post Number: 251 Registered: 5-2001 |
Hey Brian, You probably saw it, but just in case, the last issue of Road & Track (with the Saleen on the cover) just did a big comparo between the STi and the Mitsubishi Evo Lancer. They both seem pretty impressive, but if you're serious, you should definitely read the article. ~Chris | ||
| Taek-Ho Kwon (Stickanddice)
Member Username: Stickanddice Post Number: 592 Registered: 11-2002 |
Yes! Do get the STi though. Had a chance to drive that sucker and it was faaaast. Very impressive little car. Loved the sound of the boxer engine too. Cheers | ||
| Noelrp (Noelrp)
Member Username: Noelrp Post Number: 253 Registered: 8-2001 |
Good choice make sure to get the 04 - the tach is now on the middle. Also, get the sedan since it has the flaired fenders. Do not pay SRP. Negotiate to at least $500 over invoice or below. Good luck & drive carefully. | ||
| Chris D (Prohydro)
Junior Member Username: Prohydro Post Number: 62 Registered: 11-2001 |
Black with black rims. Saw one (obviously not an STi though) the other day, looked killer. | ||
| wm hart (Whart)
Intermediate Member Username: Whart Post Number: 1138 Registered: 12-2001 |
Go for the STi; i think it only comes in blue. | ||
| DJ (Godfather)
Junior Member Username: Godfather Post Number: 81 Registered: 11-2002 |
Thats great, enjoy it!  | ||
| Aaron Williams (Aawil)
Junior Member Username: Aawil Post Number: 195 Registered: 8-2002 |
I like the blue too. | ||
| Kenny Herman (Kennyh)
Member Username: Kennyh Post Number: 908 Registered: 8-2001 |
Awesome, congratulations! 3 of my friends have the WRX, Silver, Black and WRC Blue- and black is definetly the least good looking of all. Silver is nice but could potentially get boring, some people say its feminine. I personally love the WRC blue color, but its your car, not mine . Oh yeah, get the spoiler, no question. | ||
| Vincent (Vincent348)
Member Username: Vincent348 Post Number: 408 Registered: 4-2003 |
Brian, hope you get it! Get Black. I went to high School in Saint Louis. Where do you go to school? | ||
| Brian Saligman (Brisalig)
Junior Member Username: Brisalig Post Number: 98 Registered: 8-2002 |
Hey Guys, I just wanted to keep yall updated on my car situation. I have been lusting over this WRX for over 6 months now. My parents have been out of town for a long time now, almost 3 weeks. My mother returned home last night. This morning she spoke to my father on the phone, and he told her that he has made up his mind on what should happen, and wants us to go to a Subaru dealer, find the one that I want, and negotiate a price. THIS IS HUGE. He has never mentioned the car before. I have always had to bring it up. My father is also a very strait shooter, doesn't sugar coat things, or beat around the bush. My Mom and I both think hes totally serious, and ready to buy the car!! We got the impression that he does not want to spend lots of time messing around with this issue, he just wants to buy the car, and be done with it. Next week I have finals, so I am hoping that I can pick up the car right after my World Civ II final!! Since everything was closed today, I am going tomorrow with my mother right after classes to take a look at whats on the lot. What do you think....silver or black for a 2004 WRX? Sorry for the whole post, I'M ECSTATIC!!! |