2004 Wrx Wagon(fastest silver wagon here) [Archive] - 9&3.net

wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:08 AM

in the beginning...

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:08 AM

old mod list:

Vehicle:
04 Subaru WRX wagon

Engine:
vf34, Aps topmount, Aps bov, sti injectors, walbro fp, Aps Cai, Apexi ground sys, Injen up/dp, Magnaflow ti exhaust, Arc rad panel, Arc oil cap,
Samco i/c hoses, turbo inlet, Aps tumbler delete, Tein hood props, ECUtek.

Suspension/Brakes:
Cusco Zero2e w/in cab control, Perrin 22mm adj rr swaybar/endlinks, Whiteline 22mm adj frt sway/endlinks, Whiteline stb's, Brembo BBK w/Hawk hp+ frt, Brembo slotted rotors rr w/axxis ultimates, ss lines, Motul 600

Exterior:
Volk 17" Te-37 w/Hankook Rs2's, Sti sideskirts, Jdm sti frt lip, Jdm Fog lights, Jdm Window visors, Jdm bumber beam, Jdm Sti Grille, Sti scoop, debaged, cleared headlights, rockblocker fog/headlight protection(blue)

Interior:
05 Sti seats, Razo shift knob, Redline boot, Kenwood hu, Valentine 1, greddy gauges, cf gauge pod, Perrin ss, Apexi I-moni, billet foot rest, Sti floormats, cf vent rings, Momo steering wheel, Hkb hub, Nrg quick release hub

wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:13 AM

4/05-10/05
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5/31/05 Brembo BBK frt, Brembo slottes roters rear, axxis ultimate pads, ss
lines
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266whp
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put the silver sti scoop and replacement fog covers on the wagon, also note the jdm v8 sti grill. sorry the pics suck
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:17 AM

11/13/05
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NRG quick release, Hkb hub and momo wheel.....not quite done with the horn hookup which is why there is no centerpiece on the wheel
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:22 AM

2/20/06
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12/24/05
whoo, DE2 lol! south mtn.
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:25 AM

5/29/06
added a few things........17x8 Enkei rpf1's = 15.2 lbs, 235/40 Azenis 615's = heavy, Sparco harness bar, lightened hatch. New Sabelt 6pt harness, camera mount, Corbeau Fx1 Pro/Fx1, Rear bumper beam removal are next. I should be at or close to under 3000 lbs after

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:29 AM

9/18/06
Lets see: from stock seats, to sti seats, to sparco torinos to sparco fighter. soon to be replaced with corbeaus.
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Rpm rear v-brace, sparco harness bar in the distance.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/cars/cars049-1.jpg

wbr fmic install = pita
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nrg wheel and nrg gen. 2.5 qr.
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:32 AM

9/22/06
Next on the list to install.........no, it's not a go-kart chassis! Rpm replacement subframe. (had to take some pics for rpm, for a sema issue of subiesport, so i took a few extra out of boredom
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:35 AM

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:37 AM

10/9/06
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:40 AM

3/23/07 reverse scoop'age, rota boosts + ra1's fo track
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12/11/06
pics with seibon reverse scoop, jdm sideskirts and rear spats, and i was playing with my new photo program. i hate the new look, so im going back to the way it was, except keeping the reverse scoop
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:54 AM

7/3/07
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4/11/07
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 09:58 AM

7/3/07

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:01 AM

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9/15/07
sparco evo seats
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autopower 4pt race bar
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:04 AM

9/15/07
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enkei nto3's + waist spoiler
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wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:06 AM

1/3/08

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:08 AM

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:09 AM

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wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:18 AM

Cusco front and rear diffs showed up...center still on backorder

while waiting:

ordered fresh set of Hawk blues

a little added downforce(APR splitter)
http://www.autoaccessorysupply.com/catalog/APR-CW-806008_b.jpg

finally installing my front tow hook

possibly removing the autopower 4pt and putting the sparco harness bar in.

finally getting my [b]Greddy oil cooler installed and oil temp hooked up.

after that, my 17x9's are suppose to show up next week. need to decide on tires...shaved nt01's in 255/40 or a race compound. not may 255/40 sizes. 245/40 seems easier to get. then getting the flares on and making shit fit.

next weeks order:

Whiteline roll control kit
The Front Roll Center Adjustment Kit from Whiteline is designed to raise front roll-centre geometry by using new special ball-joints, while maintaining original bump-steer by using new tie-rod ends. Changing front suspension geometry by raising roll-center, results in substantial increase to roll resistance and significant reduction of suspension compression of outside front wheel during cornering through improved weight transfer distribution. During cornering, this leads to significantly reduced understeer through reduced front wheel compression, as well as improved steering feel and precision and vehicle stability

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/images/KCA313_1.jpg

Sedan front control arms
Sedan front sway/endlinks

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:23 AM

there...cleaned up and started a new thread, without the other cars. happy alberto!

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:32 AM

adding this to next weeks order(gonna be an expensive week)

Beatrush aluminum subframe
Fits all WRX & STI 02-Up
•7075 Aircraft Aluminum for great strength to weigh ratio.
•Reduces ~20 lbs from the front end of the car.
•Prevents chassis distortion from auto-x, track or rally competition
•Stiffens up chassis for suspension improvement and more sharp feeling
•Direct from Beatrush of Japan
http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/images/Beatrush/Super_Light_Subframe.jpg
http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/images/Super_Light_Subframe_2.jpg

Beatrush rear dif spacers
The Beatrush Rear Differential Mount Bushings are upgraded from your stock bushings to reduce rear diff movement during heavy acceleration and hard shifts
http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/images/Beatrush/Rear_Diff_Mount_Spacer.jpg
http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/images/Rear_Diff_Mount_Spacer_Intstalled.jpg

Perrin Dif Cover
The PERRIN Performance Diff Cover is made from high quality, high strength aluminum. Along with it's good looks it holds 30% more oil than stock and has cooling fins that combine to keep your rear end cool and intact for those long track days

http://perrinperformance.com/shared/images/products/322/152_large.jpg

phoenixZ33

02-13-2008, 10:34 AM

there...cleaned up and started a new thread, without the other cars. happy alberto!

making alberto happy should be your #1 priority.

and it's good to see that i'm not the only who changes their mind every five minutes!

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:39 AM

making alberto happy should be your #1 priority.

and it's good to see that i'm not the only who changes their mind every five minutes!

i'm lucky if i make it 5 minutes!

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:43 AM

fire extinguisher mount showed up. brushed alum, think i'll paint it flat black. painting my rear v-brace, front stb, catch can, top of radiator flat black too.
http://www.bkauto.com/images/r2315/r2315.jpg

Apr splitter just arrived.

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:49 AM

gonna condense all my schtuff into this thread...

Cusco 1 way front, 1.5 rear diffs are here

http://www.napsusa.com/images/items/LSD-TYPE-RS.jpg

Cusco tarmac center diff on backorder still(35/65% split)

http://www.xxtuning.com/xxstore/images/CU1200_small.jpg

Featuring high tension chrome molybdenium steel housing and gears the Cusco LSD is up for the task of serious competition. With large oil windows for increased flow and Cusco's original groove cut technology for improved efficiency on the clutch plates, stability and longevity is promoted. ----- The 1.5-way Type RS utilizes coil springs located between the pressure rings to develop initial torque and features full engagement during acceleration and partially under deceleration. The use of coil springs rather than cone plates help promote faster, smoother engagement, along with higher durability

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:51 AM

17x9 Work wheels that are on the way. Custom built for 5x100

gunmetal though
http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r237/spunautosports/WorkBronze.jpg

Tires???

255/40 Nt01's?
255/40 R1's?
245/40 Hoosiers? A6/R6?
245/40 Kooks?

wgnths

02-13-2008, 10:54 AM

And to get the new wheels to fit...these are acutally molds of Wald flares for an is300.

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Max Power

02-13-2008, 01:54 PM

Thank you - I kept waiting for updates on the XB and 240.

Have you found out anything about those flares? I really like the fronts but the rears end too soon. You'll be throwing up a lot of rock on the side of the rear bumper. Oh, you'll need new street wheels when you put them on too :)

wgnths

02-13-2008, 02:22 PM

not sure what i'll do there. don't really care. i can put the clear paint protection back there, or trim up some yosemite sam mud flaps.

finding another set of wheels will be a pita too.

it's basically advan rs 17x8.5 +48
http://www.yokohamatire.jp/yrc/japan/wheel/brand/advan_rs/image/pic_01.jpg

gramlight 57optimis 17x8.5 +43
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/gramlights/swap/gl57_optimise_ltgrey_ci3_l.jpg

tr mt1 17x8.5 +48
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/trm/swap/trm_mt1_lightgrey_ci3_l.jpg

gramlight 57f 8.5 +45
http://www.tirerack.com/images/wheels/gramlights/swap/gramlights_57f_bz_ci3_l.jpg

ain't shiz for 9" in 5x100

91s13

02-13-2008, 03:32 PM

yosimite sam mud flaps are the shit. Do it.

Max Power

02-13-2008, 03:36 PM

Once you get it mounted and test fit the new wheels we can figure out what you can run on there as far as street wheel offsets (if you run an 8.5, maybe dropping down to a different offset will fill things out betta).

VSB XT

02-13-2008, 09:27 PM

Way to go Erin, the progress on your wagon has been cool to watch!

wgnths

02-14-2008, 09:02 AM

thanks virg. looking back at all the pics, seems like i've had the car way too long! i need something new already. gt3 rs would work...too bad i only won $7 in powerball last night.

VSB XT

02-14-2008, 05:33 PM

thanks virg. looking back at all the pics, seems like i've had the car way too long! i need something new already. gt3 rs would work...too bad i only won $7 in powerball last night.
Keep pluggin' away man! I totally regrett getting rid of my FXT with all the work put into it and bet you would feel the same. That wagon of yours is not too far from being mag worthy, not that you want that necassarily but it's something to be proud of!

pill pusher

02-15-2008, 06:50 PM

Erin,

All your mods will get you in the 107.XX at PIR. Way to turn it up a knotch. You are going to leave me behind eating your dust!!! Who am I going to play tag with now?? I'm gonna have to do something about this. You'll be playing tag with Bits!!! Can't wait to see that thing run at the march event. Very COOL!!!

Patrick

wgnths

02-16-2008, 11:58 AM

nice to see you here, patrick!

don't worry, we'll still be playing together. the car will probably be the same for the march event. still waiting on stuff...even after that, we should still be running together. basically, i'll be happy to get back into the 9's with a more predictable/easier to drive car.

i need to work on driver skills before running much quicker.

pill pusher

02-16-2008, 09:33 PM

I hear you on the "working on the driver's" skills. I know I have soo much to learn still. It was only last event that I drove the fastest ever in the car. You really pushed me and made me improve at PIR. I installed a sparco evo seat and can't wait to see how it helps. I ordered a HANS sport w/ sliding teathers. Did you get one yet???

wgnths

02-16-2008, 09:45 PM

not yet. it will be a bit before i recover from all this modding...i did get a nice omp anatomical neck brace, though.

RufusAZ

02-17-2008, 01:24 PM

Saw your car at GoodSpeed on Friday. Looking good. I think your next mod should be a new windshield.

wgnths

02-17-2008, 07:54 PM

no way, cracked = full race. actually, im gonna replace it soon. i left it like that because it's my 3rd one, and it literally cracked the day after i put it in.(rock at PIR)

what were you doin at goodspeed? and what did you think?

RufusAZ

02-18-2008, 08:30 AM

Songgi and I went there to check it out. Songgi got some fluid and I was asking about getting an alignment done for when I buy those camber plates off ya. Place was cool.

wgnths

02-28-2008, 08:47 AM

still waiting on the cucso center diff...waa waaaa.

got a set of sedan control arms coming to widen the front track and give me some camber.

goodspeed is having my camber plates cnc'd to make more room for camber adjustment.

they removed the autopower roll-bar and are putting sparco harness bar back in. decided it wasn't worth lugging around 80 or so lbs, for a bolt-in 4pt. and handling seemed to suffer. eventually, i'll have a real cage built when they get their tube bender.

beatrush alum. subframe, rear diff bushings and whiteline roll control kit(tie-rods) are on the way.

work wheels arrived from japan...waiting for them to ship to me, then i'll order 255 r1's.

sold enkeis/reo1r's tuesday

sold cusco zero2e's(finally), yesterday.

sold perrin sway/endlinks.

skilit

03-06-2008, 09:18 PM

Not sure if you saw this thread or not:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1464370

looks 'spensive....

Max Power

03-07-2008, 12:38 AM

Man that looks good. Flares on TOP of wrx fenders = 275's!

kev

03-07-2008, 09:12 AM

looks awesome

speedblind

03-07-2008, 02:31 PM

wgnths

03-07-2008, 07:07 PM

I've seen your car around the loop by my office a couple times today. Looks good.

Also looks like they're doing some serious construction over at Goodspeed. I'm looking forward to seeing that shop develop.

yeah, they did an alignment on it next door and were testing it out. btw, the body shop next door has probably the best snap-on alignment rack, money can buy.

just changing from wagon to sedan front control arms, i got an addition degree of neg. camber. so, now i'm at -3.4.

beatrush super duper light subframe is on.

racingbrake rear brake kit is on

new hawk blues

autopower bar is out, sparco harness bar is back in

whiteline roll center kit(ball joints, tie rods) are in.

beatrush rear dif spacer bushings are in.

wgnths

03-07-2008, 07:09 PM

Not sure if you saw this thread or not:

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1464370

looks 'spensive....

yes i did! i even posted in it, the other day...

and speaking of. the body shop next to goodspeed may be doing almost the same thing to mine.

they looked over the flares, said they could do them for sure but mentioned they could also cut out the rear panel, move it out, weld in some steel and make flares. would be similiar to the sedan setup. then i could just add sedan front fenders and bumper and re-paint the car.

Max Power

03-07-2008, 07:10 PM

Nice - besides the diffs, what else do you have sitting around that you haven't installed? What's the next mod ordering list?

I'd do the sedan fenders and then those flares on top of them. Follow Brady's monster tire philosophy - 275's.

wgnths

03-07-2008, 07:38 PM

umm, diffs, oil cooler, aps bov, new catch can...i think thats it.

wgnths

03-10-2008, 11:13 AM

woo, new wheels just showed up.

bad cell phone pic

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/WORK.jpg

RufusAZ

03-10-2008, 11:59 AM

Nice! That is some fatness,

sdkim7

03-10-2008, 12:03 PM

those are going to look hella awesome on your wagon!

Max Power

03-10-2008, 12:35 PM

I'm too used to that size to be impressed ;)

Looks nice. Needs 275's

wgnths

03-10-2008, 12:40 PM

says the guy with 4 sets of tires that all rub!

Max Power

03-10-2008, 12:54 PM

Only 2 of 4 jerk.

wgnths

03-11-2008, 05:12 PM

now with more goodspeed!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/autox/Track/PIR%203-9-08/IMG_6807.jpg

skilit

03-12-2008, 04:34 PM

awesome, how much are they looking to charge to do the rears. I guess the guy in the link didn't want the newer profile rear, so he went the hard way and made extra cuts. Yeah 275's would be killer! btw it was good seeing you guys at PIR...the weather here is rediculous!

wgnths

03-12-2008, 05:19 PM

good seeing you again, too! not sure on what i'm looking at for cost just yet. body shop is gonna take a look at it with the new wheel mounted first.

Max Power

03-12-2008, 05:36 PM

Hey Skilit - kinda lost you there. Good seeing you too.

It's pretty crazy here too - like 78 today :)

wgnths

03-16-2008, 05:15 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/_MG_1149.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/_MG_1210.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/_MG_1173.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_0180.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_1585-1.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_1587.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_1608.jpg

wgnths

04-03-2008, 09:44 AM

my new rice:

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii54/pddvl1/1115200482141PMHD0405SBIMP-CW2011.jpg

probably weighs more the wrx aluminum hood, lol. $200 cheaper than ordering it. got it off a local, new in box. eh, whatever.

and yes, i'll be painting the vents black.

moxie

04-03-2008, 10:18 AM

Rice!

wgnths

04-03-2008, 12:47 PM

gonna order some ebay altezza taillights to match!

RufusAZ

04-03-2008, 01:14 PM

I thought you had a fat ass?

moxie

04-03-2008, 01:27 PM

We've been going to the gym...

J0oftheworld

04-03-2008, 01:41 PM

Is the hood a joke? :)

wgnths

04-03-2008, 02:14 PM

nope, hood is no joke. got it mostly for the venting. it will get painted when the rest of the car does, though.

*edit* ended up not picking the hood up.

wgnths

04-07-2008, 04:10 PM

FIR East 4/5

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v355/kineticgsr/0408%20FIR%20east/IMG_2214.jpg

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u133/b-siebert/NASA%20April%205th/IMG_2615wm.jpg

wgnths

05-29-2008, 02:35 PM

wgnths

05-29-2008, 02:53 PM

and a pic from last weekend, with the used 18" works and 245 v710's i used.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w21/vf23ewgwrx/aaronswagon.jpg

pill pusher

05-29-2008, 03:15 PM

Car looks awesome with those wheels. Just make sure your dyno tuned lug nuts are torqued. LOL

wgnths

05-29-2008, 03:23 PM

those lug nuts are now paper weights. ordering new ones.

moxie

05-29-2008, 03:42 PM

Good choice on the motor. :)

If you didnt love the asian girls so much you would have gone 2.5 i think ;)

wgnths

05-29-2008, 04:30 PM

asian chicks totally dig the 2.0.

wgnths

05-29-2008, 05:45 PM

http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/5350/img4740ec8.jpg

Cobalt_Supercharged

05-29-2008, 07:22 PM

Wow. Your car has changed a lot since I last saw it...hell since I last logged in. Makes me wish I had a wagon and a ton of money to dump onto it.

wgnths

06-06-2008, 06:25 PM

Purchased a complete v.8 motor today...should be here in a few weeks.

For those that don't know, the v.8 is the sti motor used in japan. it's a 2.0L still, but semi-closed deck(like the U.S. 2.5L) It also has avcs, which we'll probably be using.

The shop I ordered it from is also interested in making me a deal on their new gt30/35 setup(not turbo or wg), if we add decals to the car.

This motor will also be a good foundation for a future full build, when money allows.

Body shop will be taking a look at the car soon with the flares and new wheel/tire combo to decide what and how we'll do it.

Update: while we're waiting for the motor to come, there's a chance the company has a v.8 spec c motor coming. if they have one, i'm getting it hopefully. spec c has bigger, better flowing heads and cams and a very naughty redline.

Did I mention that my Cusco center diff FINALLY arrived! Those will all go in as soon as the motor is here.

And I also realized my act clutch isn't going to cut it with the new power, or bigger power to come later. So this is replacing it:

Exedy Twin-Plate/fly
http://media-images.rpmware.com/50057-350.jpg

To finish off the new motor, the newly released Moroso Pan:

http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/hopup1_2005_92104425

Features:
Manufactured from .125" thick aluminum
One Piece 3/8" thick billet aluminum oil pan rail provides a rigid flange for leak-free sealing
Bottom of oil pan is finned for heat dissipation
Windage Tray for increased horsepower saving and oil control
½" N.P.T. fitting that can be used for crank case ventilation or for head drainback
½" N.P.T. fitting for oil temperature sender
Oil Pump Pick up and gasket included
Oil Pan gasket included
Braided stainless steel flex tube Dipstick assembly included
High Grade Mounting hardware included
For: Subaru EJ20/EJ25 Engines. Wet Sump, 5 Quart Capacity, 7

wgnths

06-06-2008, 06:42 PM

The body shop has also taken a look at my flares and the cutting that will need to take place, and given me a quote. So the car should be going in soon to get that taken care of.

And taking a page from Tage(see how that rhymed?) i'm gonna test fit this spoiler, in true time attack fashion.

http://www.erebunicorp.com/images/spoilers1/golf349raw1.jpg

Also putting a new front bumper on, and working on a way to make the cusco lip fit the wagon bumper. i've always loved this lip and it's function.

http://www.japanparts.com/Pic/pic163/003-001-2.jpg
http://www.japanparts.com/Pic/pic163/003-001-1.jpg

wgnths

06-06-2008, 07:02 PM

on my list of wants:

driveshaft shop alum driveshaft
http://web.inetba.com/dss/images/wrxclear6inch.gif

RufusAZ

06-07-2008, 05:53 AM

Your car is gunna be sick(er).. Keep me in mind for taking some of your old parts off your hands should some come around... Unless Mr. Permadibbs hasn't already called them. :)

wgnths

06-07-2008, 03:32 PM

i'll have my volks, rotas, complete 2.0L, blouch 18g, tanabe dp, cobb short ram, autopower 4pt, probably the 18" work wheels and more i'm sure.

crzyjulius

06-07-2008, 03:42 PM

Cobb short ram!! How much? :)

RufusAZ

06-07-2008, 04:56 PM

Most of that won't work for me :( I actually had lunch with Marion the other day and he said he still wanted your cage.

crzyjulius

06-08-2008, 04:54 PM

Marion? Haven't talked to him in forever!!!!!!!!!! Tell him i said whats up!

sdkim7

06-09-2008, 06:53 AM

i'll have my volks, rotas, complete 2.0L, blouch 18g, tanabe dp, cobb short ram, autopower 4pt, probably the 18" work wheels and more i'm sure.

You're selling your Work wheels? Those are the ones I wanted to get...are they 18x9's? Probably wouldn't fit my car...dang it.

...hmmm...maybe I can sell the NT03's and then buy those...or...sell the NT03's back to you and then buy the Work wheels...jk ;)

moxie

06-09-2008, 10:12 AM

I desire that turbo...

Need moar power

wgnths

06-12-2008, 03:49 PM

You're selling your Work wheels? Those are the ones I wanted to get...are they 18x9's? Probably wouldn't fit my car...dang it.

...hmmm...maybe I can sell the NT03's and then buy those...or...sell the NT03's back to you and then buy the Work wheels...jk ;)

no, they be 18x8's. that's the only reason i'd sell 'em. i need wider to fit 'da 265's.

subaru269

06-24-2008, 08:01 PM

Erin is that your wagon on the banner of SubieSports website?

moxie

06-25-2008, 08:25 AM

Just looked, yes it is.

He's famous!

crzyjulius

06-25-2008, 12:48 PM

Oh shiz!!!!!!!!!!! It is!! Freaking awesome!!

Max Power

06-25-2008, 03:55 PM

Erin M, you're my hero.

sdkim7

06-25-2008, 05:04 PM

Ha ha! Is that a surge sticker on the bumper?

RufusAZ

06-25-2008, 05:22 PM

I'm not gay for you like others but that is cool.

wgnths

06-25-2008, 06:32 PM

whoa, really? wtf, are they stealin' pics.

wgnths

06-25-2008, 06:33 PM

yep. thats a pic from gt live. i wonder if they actually took it? i'm gonna find out. damn, thats cool.

wgnths

07-15-2008, 04:05 PM

haven't been around much, kinda taking the summer off as the car is getting work done. so, here's an update as of today...

all 3 cusco diffs are in and tested. i have a complete jdm spec c s202 motor that should finally be arriving in 2 weeks. basically the s202 is the best 2.0 avail in japan. same as the spec but hand assembled with a more aggressive tune. rated at 315hp, 285lb ft at the crank.

we'll probably put the complete motor in with the stock turbo(garrett gt35 twinscroll still isn't released), reverse the manifold, remove the a/c and call it a day. once the turbo comes, then a kit will be built.

after the motor is in, it's off to the body shop for the flare install.

Max Power

07-15-2008, 05:52 PM

Kick ass motor - good idea about getting her ready for the turbo swap. Hell, it might be worth seeing if a place like FP or someone (Full Race might know) can upgrade the wheels/housings on that VF to get a little more flow. Then when the 35r TS comes out (I have mine :p) you'll be set to transfer that kit to somebody/something else.

RufusAZ

07-15-2008, 06:06 PM

You keeping your FMIC or upgrading?

wgnths

07-15-2008, 10:47 PM

wgnths

07-15-2008, 10:47 PM

You keeping your FMIC or upgrading?

keeping the core, making new piping.

Max Power

07-15-2008, 11:10 PM

if you put the 18g it doesn't have a divided volute on the turbine housing... you might be able to find one that works but yours is open.

wgnths

09-15-2008, 08:20 PM

trying to shed some weight...and a peak at the pretty beatrush subframe
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7147.jpg

jdm s202 spec c complete motor
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7137.jpg

Moroso oil pan
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7140.jpg

Exedy twin-disc
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7141.jpg

Aeromotive fuel rails
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7144.jpg

moxie

09-16-2008, 11:19 AM

Still looks slow.

J0oftheworld

09-16-2008, 03:50 PM

Dang those welds on that pan are beefy.. :D
Whats the difference in this motor and the local motors?
You have any issues w. smog now?

wgnths

09-16-2008, 08:09 PM

Dang those welds on that pan are beefy.. :D
Whats the difference in this motor and the local motors?
You have any issues w. smog now?

this 2.0L was only offered in japan, in their s202 sti. the s202 was a very limited, hand-built special edition. compared to my 2.0L, it has bigger cams, big port heads, special ecu, stronger internals, no tgv's, sti manifold and a higher(8500rpm) redline. a much different animal.

not worried about smog, the car will be a track car only but i should still be able to pass emisions.

moxie

09-17-2008, 09:41 AM

Subaru's dont really use EGR systems, which is a big issue with alot of JDM motor swaps in other makes.

Smog dudes wont be able to spot any differences, and thanks to OBDII a pass is only 5 minutes with a laptop away... :)

P.S. I'm jealous...

wgnths

09-23-2008, 06:37 PM

motor sitting in its new home. just waiting on a few things to get it all put together.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7148.jpg

wgnths

10-02-2008, 04:56 PM

since it's getting close to driveable, ordered some street wheels for it today: 18x9 +35 Rota G Force in steel gray. putting 255/35 Direzza star specs on them.

http://www.wheeldude.com/gallery2/d/39754-1/IMG_6064.jpg

moxie

10-02-2008, 05:57 PM

Thats really nice for a Rota...

Whats it a knock-off of? haha

wgnths

10-02-2008, 06:30 PM

Thats really nice for a Rota...

Whats it a knock-off of? haha

advan lol. they have a few nice 17x9's coming, but not until end of oct. and they had these in stock. more aggressive offset than my current 9's.

wgnths

10-03-2008, 07:43 PM

todays updates...car is running and the bodyshop next door to goodspeed picked it up for paint. they'll be painting the whole car tomorrow, matte silver.

they cut the fenders up in preperation for the flares. they also finished the flares off and extended them in the rear to match the bumper better.

here's some crappy cell phone pics:

fronts cut
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1003081536a.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1003081537.jpg

rear cut
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1003081537a.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1003081538.jpg

getting dissasembled for paint
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1003081539.jpg

motor in
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1003081547.jpg

RufusAZ

10-04-2008, 06:34 AM

Where did they end up mounting the Accusump?

wgnths

10-04-2008, 10:37 AM

Where did they end up mounting the Accusump?

its not in yet, but its going on the firewall. still need to do that and mount the oil cooler.

also have a dss aluminum driveshaft coming, apr mirrors and probably put the aps 3.5" tbe on.

wgnths

10-04-2008, 04:44 PM

todays update: this is just before they sprayed the matte clearcoat, so it's still shiny. they finished spraying it after i left and it will sit and bake until monday.

more crappy cell phone pics, and thru the paint booth glass.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1004081355.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1004081358.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/1004081431.jpg

speedblind

10-05-2008, 06:41 PM

Gorgeous. I love matte paint schemes.

Max Power

10-05-2008, 06:51 PM

where are the flares? Or are they putting those on next and painting them?

wgnths

10-06-2008, 01:39 PM

where are the flares? Or are they putting those on next and painting them?

yeah flares will go on after. they have those in a room with the bumpers, lip, mid-spoiler.

wgnths

10-10-2008, 10:32 PM

todays update:

flares are on but they still need some tweaking for fitment. need to cut the front bumper where we moved them forward for clearance.

the car is super dirty, and the lighting makes it hard to see how flat the paint is.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7157.jpg

added apr mirrors again for a little less drag
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7164.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7169.jpg

not exciting, but switched to CUSCO strut bars from the old rpms
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7167.jpg

v-brace portion hasnt come in yet, so the top is connected to the rpm v
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7170.jpg

Perrin rear diff cover. more capacity, better cooling
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7174.jpg

monster APS 3.5" turbo-back
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7171.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7175.jpg

wgnths

10-10-2008, 10:51 PM

view of BEATRUSH subframe and MOROSO oil pan
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7205.jpg

you can see where the front bumper needs to be cut and possibly a portion at the rear
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7160.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7179.jpg

front
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7198.jpg

rear
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7199.jpg

can definitely fit more tire with the right offset. my other wheels are a lower offset so they should sit pretty flush with the 255 r888s. need to get some 9.5" wheels.

wgnths

10-10-2008, 11:23 PM

18x9 +35 rotas showed up yesterday...wrapping some R888's on there in 255 or 265/35.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7208.jpg

wgnths

10-16-2008, 07:47 PM

on the ground finally!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/1016081610.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/1016081610a.jpg

Eunos

10-17-2008, 08:52 AM

Car's looking great Erin! It's amazing what adequate meat under a car can do for its presence.

wgnths

10-17-2008, 10:52 AM

Car's looking great Erin! It's amazing what adequate meat under a car can do for its presence.

thanks! need more tire, but i think even 255's will work really well with the weight, awd, diffs. looking forward to you driving it! are you going to the super lap battle?

speedblind

10-19-2008, 08:14 PM

J0oftheworld

10-20-2008, 12:49 AM

Cell phone pics FTL!! You're killing me.. :)

Eunos

10-20-2008, 10:09 AM

are you going to the super lap battle?
Thinking about it!

moxie

10-20-2008, 04:24 PM

Cell phone pics FTL!! You're killing me.. :)

Seriously...

Where's that nice camera!

wgnths

10-20-2008, 05:55 PM

Who did the paint? I saw on nasioc that you got the paint job and the fender work for 1,500. At that kind of price, I'd consider having my E30 painted. Car's a lot of fun but the old Bronzit paint is officially done...and I'd love to have a different color on it anyway.

I've always thought flat olive drab would be cool on this car. Or just a decent respray.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y109/speedblind/Picture014-1.jpg

I imagine it would cost anyone else more. They gave us a deal because they are next door and working together, and it was the first time they've done anything like it.

However, they need the work i think so i still think a new coat would be in the $1500 range? They are doing a couple other subarus from goodspeed customers but i don't know what they are charging. and they certainly stand behind their work.

wgnths

10-20-2008, 05:56 PM

Seriously...

Where's that nice camera!

i know i know. i forgot it and the car is dirty, so i was gonna wait. plus, it has my old wheels back on it, so it looks goofy.

moxie

10-20-2008, 06:16 PM

i know i know. i forgot it and the car is dirty, so i was gonna wait. plus, it has my old wheels back on it, so it looks goofy.

Like a woman with all these excuses!

wgnths

10-27-2008, 07:53 PM

Thanks to Joe @ Goodspeed for getting me a Motul sponsorship! Free oil w00t.

And Hasport gave me a billet pitch stop to try out fo free. Their wanting to do some suby stuff now.

RufusAZ

10-30-2008, 08:32 AM

Congrats on the sponsorship!

Have you seen this Cosworth Dry Sump system yet. It's probably good for your wallet that it wasn't out before you got that Moroso setup.

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/cosworth-subaru-series-dry-sump-oil-system-p-3963.html

wgnths

10-30-2008, 12:52 PM

yeah i saw it, and their new manifold looks nice.

wgnths

11-03-2008, 04:47 PM

Hasports prototype pitch stop, they've given me for testing.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7285.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7288.jpg

wgnths

11-03-2008, 04:51 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7283.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7284.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7268.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7237.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7238.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7241.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7244.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7250.jpg

wgnths

11-03-2008, 04:53 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7254.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7258.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7260.jpg

Max Power

11-03-2008, 05:03 PM

Sure looks purty!

J0oftheworld

11-04-2008, 12:48 AM

ooohhhh.. real nice!!

skilit

11-04-2008, 06:54 AM

Nice! I wish I could see it in person!

speedblind

11-04-2008, 08:56 AM

Wow - that came out really nice. Can't wait to hear about its first track outing.

wgnths

11-04-2008, 09:13 AM

im curious too! i won't have my r888's until monday, and wont be able to test fit them until im at the track lol. last minute ftl.

RufusAZ

11-04-2008, 10:21 AM

I thought you were running the BFG's? So confused. Some TT classing thing?

moxie

11-04-2008, 10:35 AM

I luvs it...

I'm tearing up...

wgnths

11-04-2008, 11:38 AM

I thought you were running the BFG's? So confused. Some TT classing thing?

running those on the wheels in the pictures. running r888's on my 18's. for the super lap battle, r1's are only allowed in unlimited class and i'm running limited.

wgnths

11-06-2008, 06:56 PM

awesome cell phone pic of the newly re-done graphics. looks killer in person.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/1106081737.jpg

Eunos

11-07-2008, 10:14 AM

Looks great Erin, now you have to back it up!

wgnths

11-07-2008, 10:48 AM

Looks great Erin, now you have to back it up!

yeah...considering i haven't driven since may and the car acts completely different now, i think it will take a little time. you need to come out to an event and drive it!

Eunos

11-07-2008, 12:28 PM

I'd imagine you can feel the diffs even putzing around on the street, no?

Name the event, I'll be there! :) I'm actually planning on making the Thanksgiving CRA event at PIR. I want to see what the Miata can turn there.

oh yeah! especially the front. gonna take a different throttle approach. i'm planning on the thanksgiving event!

wgnths

11-07-2008, 10:40 PM

yea, especially the front diff! gonna take a different throttle approach now. i plan on being at the thanksgiving event!

wgnths

11-10-2008, 07:23 PM

Got the Driveshaft shop aluminum driveshaft put on, just in time for super lap! Big thanks to joe for getting it done!

wgnths

11-26-2008, 04:38 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_4745.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_5353.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_4559.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_4794.jpg

crzyjulius

11-26-2008, 05:03 PM

Wow that wagon is looking good!!! Love those rims!!

speedblind

11-29-2008, 11:39 PM

Looks good!

skilit

11-30-2008, 12:25 PM

looks good, hopefully you got a lot sorted out this weekend and got a ton of laps in!

wgnths

11-30-2008, 08:58 PM

thanks, and yeah...having lots of oil blowing out the bov and a good amount that seems to be seeping out of the ic coupler. from what i've read so far, it seems a possiblity of blown turbo seals, pcv not working, broken piston ring.

I noticed the oil in the catch can looks funny, so im gonna inspect it better tomorrow. if its mixed with coolant, then it looks like i may have a blown headgasket. the motor did have some dried up coolant on it, when we got it.

compression checked out fine the other day.

wgnths

12-01-2008, 10:48 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/HW9D1379.jpg

joebud

12-03-2008, 09:04 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_4559.jpg

It think we need to dial more neg camber in the rear

wgnths

01-09-2009, 07:17 PM

So the wagon got some new legs today...

Tein hooked us up with their new Super Racing Coilover. The thing I like about these, is that Teins been developing them on time attack cars here in the states.

Current spring rates are 671/504, up from 500/400 I had before. I can go up another 400lbs with the current valving.

http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-22296486597181_2032_367758452

Description:
Developed from actual competition, TEIN was able to create a fully adjustable damper that can be easily tuned for any track and weather conditions. Super Racing Dampers utilize a full-length adjustment system to allow shock length and spring pre-load to be adjusted independently. Separate 16 - way adjustments for compression and rebound damping enable the user to fine tune for any situation. TEIN has incorporated both camber and caster adjustment into the front pillow ball upper mounts for strut type vehicles. External reservoirs on SA type dampers allow for added oil capacity. Spring rates and shock valving were derived from many years of motorsports support, to provide the ultimate damper for competition. Designed and tested for circuit use by advanced and professional drivers who are seeking complete damper tuning capability.

Additional Features
• Steel Construction
• Mono Tube internal construction
• Inverted design for strut type front and rear
• Ride Height adjustable via threaded body and spring seats
• 16 × 16 way adjustable dampers, compression and rebound separately adjustable
• Pillow ball upper mounts for increased steering feel
• Upper and lower camber adjustment on front for strut type vehicles
• Caster adjustment on front for strut type vehicles
• Dual EDFC (Electronic Damping Force Controller) compatible
• Powder coated brackets with Teflon coated shock body for heavy duty rust prevention

Contents of Damper Kit:
Adjustable Shock Absorber × 4 Bump Rubber × 4
Main Spring × 4 Hook Spanner × 2
Some applications include helper springs Dust Cover × 4
Pillow ball Upper Mount × 4 Instruction Manual × 1
Lower Spring Seat × 4 Sticker Sheet × 1
Seat Lock × 12

J0oftheworld

01-09-2009, 08:07 PM

What's that beast tip the scales at!?
You decide to increase thee fr rate for oversteer issues or...?

wgnths

01-09-2009, 08:52 PM

What's that beast tip the scales at!?
You decide to increase thee fr rate for oversteer issues or...?

havent weighed it lately. it was under 2900lbs last time. the rates were far too soft with the tires and incresed traction. the car had noticeable body roll and vagueness. I let Brian drive it and that was his comment on it as well.

wgnths

02-02-2009, 05:16 PM

weighed the car at this past weekends event: 3050 with me in it, 2885 without driver. that was with a bit less than half a tank of gas.

wgnths

02-03-2009, 07:35 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/P1010994.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/P1020404.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/P1020353.jpg

wgnths

02-05-2009, 10:58 AM

just found my wagon in this website lol

http://www.rimtuck.com/setup.php?id=476

J0oftheworld

02-05-2009, 12:16 PM

That weight is good for a grocery getter fo sho!

wgnths

03-04-2009, 01:54 PM

picked up the seibon CF hatch, super light!

http://www.raceinspired.com/images/product/medium/SEI-TL0205SBIMPHB.jpg

And this apr wing we're going to mount on it. It's a "drag" wing, so it only sits 4" above the surface. We need to cut about 6" off each side though.
Wagon needs some real downforce.

http://www.aprperformance.com/images/products/AS-105526.jpg

wgnths

03-04-2009, 05:09 PM

Should be getting started on the 30r twin-scroll kit pretty soon. I picked up the turbo from Alberto at the last event and it's sitting at Goodspeed.

Also taking the interior out to remove the sound deadening and some interior bits that aren't necessary. Removing/cutting unnecessary brackets, maybe door panels and center console. Then removing all the heavy undercoating from below the car, which looks like it will be a major pita.

Need to work on a front splitter and removable bumper setup still...blah, never ending.

skilit

03-05-2009, 11:23 AM

wgnths

03-05-2009, 12:07 PM

nice! Looks like you're making awesome progress. What happened to the Gurney strip(spoiler, wing, whatever) that you were going to put on? The APR wing better? Are you putting the stock glass in the rear hatch or plexiglass?

Well, the CF hatch has no holes to re-mount the factory spoiler. So, I figured instead of installing the factory one and making a gurney, mine as well install a real one with a better shape.

Putting the stock glass in it. I was going to have one made, and i may still do it down the road. I can't run plexiglass in Super Lap or Redline time attacks, in my class.

wgnths

03-05-2009, 12:08 PM

Meeting Mike Speck and Modified Mag photographer at 8am tomorrow morning at Bondurant, for a track test and photo shoot!

Thanks Brady for the hook up!

skilit

03-05-2009, 12:15 PM

that's sweet! I saw the latest Modified Magazine and there was a write up of Brady's ITR with all the info on his setup.

kev

03-05-2009, 12:54 PM

Should be getting started on the 30r twin-scroll kit pretty soon. I picked up the turbo from Alberto at the last event and it's sitting at Goodspeed.

Sweet!

moxie

03-05-2009, 02:20 PM

That makes me excited in the you know where!

wgnths

03-08-2009, 07:48 PM

Mike Speck(bondurant instructor/race car driver) test drove the wagon at the Bondurant track on friday, for an upcoming issue of Modified Magazine. As well, they had a photographer on site for pretty pictures...It was a really cool experience to meet and chat with him. I got to talk to Bob for the first time ever, too.

He really liked the car and the new suspension, said it was lots of fun to drive. The car feels much better on smaller courses such as this one and east, compared to pir now.

skilit

03-09-2009, 07:58 AM

sweet let us know when the magazine hits the stores!

wgnths

04-07-2009, 07:43 PM

got the CF hatch on, gonna work on mounting the apr spoiler tomorrow. hatch is much lighter, but that heavy glass needs to go. have a CF hood coming too, since the hatch looks out of place and lonely. also added bigger front and rear whiteline sways.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_7373.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_7374.jpg

wgnths

04-07-2009, 07:50 PM

Then i took some more weight out of from the inside. Shed at least 30lbs removing the carpet, center console, door panels and this silly heavy rear bar that runs under the rear seat.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_7376.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/IMG_7378.jpg

J0oftheworld

04-07-2009, 08:30 PM

Was just a matter of time.. All that door glass looks heavy too! :D

Max Power

04-08-2009, 05:21 AM

My CF vent rings are still holding strong!!!!

wgnths

04-08-2009, 03:08 PM

Was just a matter of time.. All that door glass looks heavy too! :D

and it is! it's gonna get a cage soon, so i figured i should start removing interior. probably gut the doors out soon and make some sheet metal ones.

wgnths

04-08-2009, 03:09 PM

My CF vent rings are still holding strong!!!!

well, they were designed for racing...

wgnths

04-13-2009, 06:10 PM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC00352.jpg

wgnths

04-15-2009, 09:08 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/HW9D5943.jpg

wgnths

04-15-2009, 10:00 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/511516443_LQMru-XL.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/511516467_yf6pE-XL.jpg

wgnths

04-15-2009, 10:02 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/511516455_e5HJ3-X2.jpg

wgnths

04-15-2009, 10:05 AM

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_2109.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_2134.jpg

J0oftheworld

04-15-2009, 01:25 PM

Tower turn shot = secks

moxie

04-15-2009, 01:45 PM

Looks damn good man!

joebud

04-15-2009, 04:10 PM

Fantastic pics Erin!
Any more infield pics?

wgnths

04-16-2009, 03:58 PM

that's all i've found so far!

wgnths

07-09-2009, 09:20 AM

Link to the Modified Magazine article on the wagon:

http://www.modified.com/offshore/modp-0906/modp-0906-2004-subaru-impreza-wrx-wagon/index.html

wgnths

08-27-2009, 06:38 PM

Latest updates...

In my quest for less weight, we decided to make a few mods to lighten her up:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/0827091428a.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/0827091426.jpg

Actually, the car goes to Fathead Fabrication tomorrow for a real cage, so we began stripping it. Sorry about the shatty phone pics.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/0827091427.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/0827091428.jpg

Most of the interior stuff will stay out and we'll loose some of the unused wiring. I'll take better pics tomorrow if i remember my camera.

wgnths

08-27-2009, 06:44 PM

Taking suggestions on cage paint colors...

Right now i'm thinking gunmetal gray, or alberto's fav shade of peach.

Max Power

08-27-2009, 07:42 PM

Fuschia

J0oftheworld

08-27-2009, 08:00 PM

wgnths

08-27-2009, 08:48 PM

Do the flat silver like the outside..
What all are you going to have inside the car after cage?
What cage design are you doing? Seems like jr. can get carried away.. I'd have a real plan + pics for him to follow.

We already planned it out. Its the same basic cage he did in tage's civic, with an added x brace in back and a x door bar on the drivers side. it's as simple as you can get, with some added safety. i didn't want a bunch of bars for added weight etc.

this door bar(from jeremys new m3 race car), only on the drivers side:

http://i31.tinypic.com/k3oeti.jpg

with this cage but a x brace in back:

http://i40.tinypic.com/i7377q.jpg
http://i43.tinypic.com/2954mdh.jpg

you can see here how tage doesn't have door bars yet

http://i40.tinypic.com/11iptnm.jpg

wgnths

08-28-2009, 06:40 PM

Car left today for the cage. We took quite a bit of weight out of it that won't go back in. Gutted the dash of the airbag, heater core and controls which was hefty. Took out that insulation crap that goes from the dash down, various unused brackets, some wiring etc.

Once it's back, i'll remove the sound deadening from the floors and we're gonna get rid of the whole ignition assembly for a simple panel setup.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7761.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7760.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7755.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7753.jpg

wgnths

08-28-2009, 06:42 PM

Oh, and the headlights and taillights i removed because im having them spray tinted for the hell of it.

Here's the new powersteering cooler joe installed:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG_7765.jpg

moxie

08-30-2009, 06:13 PM

Holy shit.

Looks like its definitely being worked on :)
haha.

Thats a wagon race car if i have ever seen one

J0oftheworld

08-30-2009, 10:56 PM

Looks good.. just add seat!!

wgnths

09-10-2009, 06:35 PM

Here's a few cage shots so far...certainly not done.

this is where the rear cage will tie in. we stole this design from ken blocks current gymkhana car. should be sweet!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02049.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02053.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02055.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02056.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02057.jpg

here's with an additional bar added by my head, which we decided on the other day:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/IMG00019-20090907-1228.jpg

J0oftheworld

09-10-2009, 07:07 PM

Scuff it and clear coat it! :)

wgnths

09-16-2009, 08:03 AM

here's a few small pics, until i get my camera back.

http://i30.tinypic.com/eg4ylu.jpg
http://i32.tinypic.com/j9a72c.jpg
http://i32.tinypic.com/2rnu152.jpg
http://i30.tinypic.com/mwvay8.jpg
http://i27.tinypic.com/30v12xe.jpg

wgnths

09-16-2009, 08:07 AM

oh, and some ahole stole my sparco seat while he was finishing up the final bits! it was sitting just outside his garage for a few minutes. fucking thieving bastards.

moxie

09-16-2009, 04:15 PM

Well that blows...

Get something red to replace it.

wgnths

09-16-2009, 05:48 PM

Well that blows...

Get something red to replace it.

We ended up taking the cost of the seat off the price of the cage, so it all worked out. I have the passenger one i can use, since i don't need a passenger seat really.

J0oftheworld

09-17-2009, 03:07 AM

Ya dudes def responsible.. Thats the risk you take working out of your garage!
Now, matte silver that interior and call it a say. :)

interior and cage is being repainted the oem sliver, which is flat. it's too much of a pita to paint the cage a seperate color and then paint the interior portions that are needed.

skilit

09-17-2009, 07:19 AM

Seriously?? Someone was just walking by, saw the Sparco seat, grabbed it and ran? That's just messed up.

wgnths

09-17-2009, 07:31 AM

Seriously?? Someone was just walking by, saw the Sparco seat, grabbed it and ran? That's just messed up.

well, while i was there yesterday picking up the car his neighbor came by and said they had a bike stolen from their garage, and a neighbor a few houses down saw 2 people running from their own garage. 2 dudes in a newer ford crew cab...so, it looks like the neighborhood was targeted and my seat was out at the wrong time. it's a nice neighborhood.

hopefully they die of swine flu.

moxie

09-17-2009, 10:29 AM

Max Power

09-17-2009, 11:21 AM

Such an abuse of power! I was thinking to myselv, boy Jason really knows a lot about what's going on with Erin's cage until I saw who edited the response.

moxie

09-17-2009, 03:55 PM

Such an abuse of power! I was thinking to myselv, boy Jason really knows a lot about what's going on with Erin's cage until I saw who edited the response.

I was very confused...

wgnths

09-18-2009, 07:42 PM

wow, i didn't even notice i did that.

wgnths

09-18-2009, 07:45 PM

here's some slightly better, detailed pics with a crappy camera. thanks again fathead fabrication!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02085.jpg

this is the front footwell area
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02095.jpg

main hoop junction
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02094.jpg

door bar
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02093.jpg

my fav part of the cage
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02086.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v304/spoolnv/wagon/DSC02087.jpg