STi/WRX guage cluster

singincanary · 03-01-2006, 11:15 AM

Hi,
Was wondering if an STi/WRX guage cluster would fit into the FXT. I like the look better, and have one that I could pick up cheap.
Thanks,
Bruce

toddlamp · 10-07-2008, 07:41 AM

Back from the dead. i was considering a WRX cluster myself. Is it safe to assume that the install would be the same as an STi cluster install (ie a PITA)?

sea-scooby · 10-07-2008, 07:53 AM

I believe the STi cluster is a straight swap for the WRX, so it is a horrible fit in the Forester. The two STi clusters I've seen in XTs did not fit very well and had tons of gaps. It would be cool if someone couple fab a nice bezel that worked better.

singincanary · 10-14-2008, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sea-scooby

I believe the STi cluster is a straight swap for the WRX, so it is a horrible fit in the Forester. The two STi clusters I've seen in XTs did not fit very well and had tons of gaps. It would be cool if someone couple fab a nice bezel that worked better.

That is also what i heard. that's why i went with a jdm fsti cluster.

sea-scooby · 10-14-2008, 10:31 AM

Just having the tach in the middle is a huge upgrade! The JDM STi cluster I had for my Impreza was like that too.

Did you use the km/h to mph convertor on your car? It makes the cluster go to 240mph!

toddlamp · 10-14-2008, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sea-scooby

Just having the tach in the middle is a huge upgrade! The JDM STi cluster I had for my Impreza was like that too.

Did you use the km/h to mph convertor on your car? It makes the cluster go to 240mph!

I'd like to know that too.

sea-scooby · 10-14-2008, 10:58 AM

This is the plug and play convertor I used.

IA Performance KPH to MPH converter cord IA Performance

singincanary · 10-14-2008, 11:29 AM

I haven't purchased a converter. I have my GPS that tells me my speed, and a sticky on the dash that has the rough conversions at crucial speeds (30, 45, 55, 65, 80).

My ecutek dash display also has the speed as an available display option, so I didn't think it was necessary when I can figure it out pretty easily.

toddlamp · 10-14-2008, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singincanary

I haven't purchased a converter. I have my GPS that tells me my speed, and a sticky on the dash that has the rough conversions at crucial speeds (30, 45, 55, 65, 80).

My ecutek dash display also has the speed as an available display option, so I didn't think it was necessary when I can figure it out pretty easily.

I am still trying to figure out where the heck I can even get an FSTi cluster

sirwilliam · 10-14-2008, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by toddlamp

I am still trying to figure out where the heck I can even get an FSTi cluster

Well, if you find two...get me one

toddlamp · 10-14-2008, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by sirwilliam

Well, if you find two...get me one

well duh!

sea-scooby · 10-14-2008, 01:00 PM

Might as well get 3 and send one my way!

toddlamp · 10-14-2008, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sea-scooby

Might as well get 3 and send one my way!

singincanary · 10-14-2008, 01:44 PM

I'll let you know if I come across any others. I got mine from garage tuning when I got my fsti tranny. The cluster works great, the tranny not so much. :(

sirwilliam · 10-14-2008, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singincanary

I'll let you know if I come across any others. I got mine from garage tuning when I got my fsti tranny. The cluster works great, the tranny not so much. :(

What is wrong w/ the tranny? Rebuildable?

03-01-2006, 11:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
singincanary Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Orange County, NY Posts: 2,524 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 10 / 100%	STi/WRX guage cluster Hi, Was wondering if an STi/WRX guage cluster would fit into the FXT. I like the look better, and have one that I could pick up cheap. Thanks, Bruce

10-07-2008, 07:41 AM	#2 (permalink)
toddlamp President of MarkyD fan club Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Laurel, MD Posts: 9,225 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 11 / 100%	Back from the dead. i was considering a WRX cluster myself. Is it safe to assume that the install would be the same as an STi cluster install (ie a PITA)? __________________ 06XT MT CGM Blouch TD05-18g 8cm equipped

10-07-2008, 07:53 AM	#3 (permalink)
sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	I believe the STi cluster is a straight swap for the WRX, so it is a horrible fit in the Forester. The two STi clusters I've seen in XTs did not fit very well and had tons of gaps. It would be cool if someone couple fab a nice bezel that worked better. __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

10-14-2008, 10:31 AM	#5 (permalink)
sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	Just having the tach in the middle is a huge upgrade! The JDM STi cluster I had for my Impreza was like that too. Did you use the km/h to mph convertor on your car? It makes the cluster go to 240mph! __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

10-14-2008, 10:58 AM	#7 (permalink)
sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	This is the plug and play convertor I used. IA Performance KPH to MPH converter cord IA Performance __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

10-14-2008, 11:29 AM	#8 (permalink)
singincanary Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Orange County, NY Posts: 2,524 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 10 / 100%	I haven't purchased a converter. I have my GPS that tells me my speed, and a sticky on the dash that has the rough conversions at crucial speeds (30, 45, 55, 65, 80). My ecutek dash display also has the speed as an available display option, so I didn't think it was necessary when I can figure it out pretty easily. __________________ For me, it's not a hobby, it's an addiction!!!

10-14-2008, 01:00 PM	#12 (permalink)
sea-scooby The Sub kit guy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Renton, Wa Posts: 7,693 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 41 / 100%	Might as well get 3 and send one my way! __________________ 05 Forester XTi Premium M/T (PRE tuned VF39)(his) 05 Forester X A/T (hers) My Journal page

10-14-2008, 01:44 PM	#14 (permalink)
singincanary Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Orange County, NY Posts: 2,524 Gallery: 0 iTrader: 10 / 100%	I'll let you know if I come across any others. I got mine from garage tuning when I got my fsti tranny. The cluster works great, the tranny not so much. :( __________________ For me, it's not a hobby, it's an addiction!!!

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