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2010 - catback exhaust question?
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The exhaust is from a manual and mine is automatic, would there be any problems with that? 
thanks
thanks
This is the one im after. Taken off from 2018 wrx manual tranny
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It will fit, but the exhaust will drone lke the dickens. The `16+ exhaust use a differemt flange for the muffler. Using the stock intermediate pipe won't work.
I've had similar setups with my 4eat XT....
`11 wrx (Sold for profit)
`16 wrx... (Dumped for a lost after modifying the mufflers)
`13 STi - (Mufflers and extra intermediate pipe in garage rafters
All of them using the a `11 WRX intermediate pipe, which has the same resonator like you posted. Due to the characteristics of the 4eat when driving, AND the second port on the muffler. It allows a negative pressure wave to develop back in the muffler creating havoc with sound to create our wonderful drone and booming. (Per speculation on my part.
But, the fix is shoving two Scotch Brite Stainless Steel scrubbers into the inside port of each muffler. (Not too far, just past the little lip so it doesn't pop back out under pressure, but not too far in to enter the chamber itself)
Even with the scrubbers, there is a totally tolerable off idle drone, and 1500rpm (40mph) drone. Not enough for the wife to complain, unless we are in rush hour traffic.
The STi/WRX exhaust IS the budget way to mod. But a lot more people are happier with Invidia Q300's And the Turbo XS, where it is single tip exhaust.
I have gone back to stock mufflers, but using WRX intermediate pipe. Stock mufflers are good for 300 hp.... Just do not sound all that spiffy. The intermediate pipe does bring a little boxer sound to the car. I haven't eliminated the resonator yet, as I am content with it...... For now.
Whichever direction you decide to take, definitely spray paint the back of the muffler black. It will blend in better and helps the tips "pop"....
Take note, blocking a port completely like the picture below is NOT advisable. It only exasperates the sound waves to that of a sledge hammer against your skull, not that I have experienced that.
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Exterior shot...
Only can see if being over and looking straight in.
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Internals of a 2016+ WRX muffler.
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I've had similar setups with my 4eat XT....
`11 wrx (Sold for profit)
`16 wrx... (Dumped for a lost after modifying the mufflers)
`13 STi - (Mufflers and extra intermediate pipe in garage rafters
All of them using the a `11 WRX intermediate pipe, which has the same resonator like you posted. Due to the characteristics of the 4eat when driving, AND the second port on the muffler. It allows a negative pressure wave to develop back in the muffler creating havoc with sound to create our wonderful drone and booming. (Per speculation on my part.
But, the fix is shoving two Scotch Brite Stainless Steel scrubbers into the inside port of each muffler. (Not too far, just past the little lip so it doesn't pop back out under pressure, but not too far in to enter the chamber itself)
Even with the scrubbers, there is a totally tolerable off idle drone, and 1500rpm (40mph) drone. Not enough for the wife to complain, unless we are in rush hour traffic.
The STi/WRX exhaust IS the budget way to mod. But a lot more people are happier with Invidia Q300's And the Turbo XS, where it is single tip exhaust.
I have gone back to stock mufflers, but using WRX intermediate pipe. Stock mufflers are good for 300 hp.... Just do not sound all that spiffy. The intermediate pipe does bring a little boxer sound to the car. I haven't eliminated the resonator yet, as I am content with it...... For now.
Whichever direction you decide to take, definitely spray paint the back of the muffler black. It will blend in better and helps the tips "pop"....
Take note, blocking a port completely like the picture below is NOT advisable. It only exasperates the sound waves to that of a sledge hammer against your skull, not that I have experienced that.
Exterior shot...
Only can see if being over and looking straight in.
Internals of a 2016+ WRX muffler.
('09-'13) - HeyChris' `13 XT - OBP...
Of my sixteen plus years intertwined in the Subaru community... (Probably 18 before the NASIOC/I-Club split) ...I guess it is about time for me to throw one of these together. 1st 2000 RS - Inanimate Object demise, Rt33 (March 2000 - April 01 2001) Five Point Harnesses FTW! I took a...
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Hey chris you are star!! Really appreciate all your replies mate. Im out of budget at the moment and trying not to break the bank so looking for this option. But appreciate all the info and ive been following you page as well, really awesome build mate.It will fit, but the exhaust will drone lke the dickens. The `16+ exhaust use a differemt flange for the muffler. Using the stock intermediate pipe won't work.
I've had similar setups with my 4eat XT....
`11 wrx (Sold for profit)
`16 wrx... (Dumped for a lost after modifying the mufflers)
`13 STi - (Mufflers and extra intermediate pipe in garage rafters
All of them using the a `11 WRX intermediate pipe, which has the same resonator like you posted. Due to the characteristics of the 4eat when driving, AND the second port on the muffler. It allows a negative pressure wave to develop back in the muffler creating havoc with sound to create our wonderful drone and booming. (Per speculation on my part.
But, the fix is shoving two Scotch Brite Stainless Steel scrubbers into the inside port of each muffler. (Not too far, just past the little lip so it doesn't pop back out under pressure, but not too far in to enter the chamber itself)
Even with the scrubbers, there is a totally tolerable off idle drone, and 1500rpm (40mph) drone. Not enough for the wife to complain, unless we are in rush hour traffic.
The STi/WRX exhaust IS the budget way to mod. But a lot more people are happier with Invidia Q300's And the Turbo XS, where it is single tip exhaust.
I have gone back to stock mufflers, but using WRX intermediate pipe. Stock mufflers are good for 300 hp.... Just do not sound all that spiffy. The intermediate pipe does bring a little boxer sound to the car. I haven't eliminated the resonator yet, as I am content with it...... For now.
Whichever direction you decide to take, definitely spray paint the back of the muffler black. It will blend in better and helps the tips "pop"....
Take note, blocking a port completely like the picture below is NOT advisable. It only exasperates the sound waves to that of a sledge hammer against your skull, not that I have experienced that.
![]()
Exterior shot...
Only can see if being over and looking straight in.
![]()
Internals of a 2016+ WRX muffler.
![]()
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('09-'13) - HeyChris' `13 XT - OBP...
Of my sixteen plus years intertwined in the Subaru community... (Probably 18 before the NASIOC/I-Club split) ...I guess it is about time for me to throw one of these together. 1st 2000 RS - Inanimate Object demise, Rt33 (March 2000 - April 01 2001) Five Point Harnesses FTW! I took a...
I havent check nvidia and not sure if i can find one here in New Zealand but hey, ill keep looking otherwise might end up on the wrx sti exhaust option lol
Thanks man!
Doing the quick search... Closest is Australia.... You could probably find used.... And those are pricey for you.
www.invidia-exhausts.com.au
Invidia Q300 Cat Back Exhaust w/SS Tips - Subaru 08-10 WRX Sedan/Forester XT SH 08-13
Invidia Q300 Cat Back Exhaust w/SS Tips - Subaru 08-10 WRX Sedan/Forester XT SH 08-13 - Invidia
www.invidia-exhausts.com.au
You should create a member journal about that install......
My HU hasn't died yet, but the OEM navigation sucks. And radio features are antiquated.
I spotted those series a while back, haven't pulled the trigger on it yet...
My HU hasn't died yet, but the OEM navigation sucks. And radio features are antiquated.
I spotted those series a while back, haven't pulled the trigger on it yet...
@HeyChris sure ill try to start one but im not really good at explaining stuff. Ill post the headunit here soon.
Also if you dont mind me asking, which suspension fits our forester? Like the exhaust from wrx, are the suspension fits right on as well?
Also if you dont mind me asking, which suspension fits our forester? Like the exhaust from wrx, are the suspension fits right on as well?
The search engine is borked....
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Bilstein USA just released their B6 (Awwww YES) & B4 (OEM equivalent) struts/shocks for the SH & SJ Foresters here in the states.
('09-'13) - 2010 - Lowering SH Forester options
STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION....MY HEAD STARTED TO HURT! Preface: Original poster was "stoney98", he/she started this thread, to help us all. I (FXTerrific) have since updated this OP, to include additional setups, as well as update some info in general, based on findings from members, since the...
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Bilstein USA just released their B6 (Awwww YES) & B4 (OEM equivalent) struts/shocks for the SH & SJ Foresters here in the states.
You didn't paint the back of the muffler before install?.... tsk tsk.
How is it so far?
How is it so far?
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