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Snoshado's "Because Racecar" Build Thread



Random Mods

Engine
  • 2006 STI Longblock
  • Top Feed Injector Conversion
  • Fuel Injector Clinic 1100cc Injectors
  • Blouch TD06 20G-XT Turbo
  • Manley CR Pistons
  • ACL Race Bearings
  • CX Racing FMIC
  • Random Technologies Catted Hi-Flo Downpipe
  • Tomei Equal Length Headers
  • Tomei Up Pipe
  • Prodrive Boost Solenoid
  • OEM STI Spark Plugs
  • Koyo Aluminum Radiator
  • COBB Turbo Heat Shield
  • Injen Short Ram Air Intake
  • 3" COBB Catless Exhaust
  • Perrin Turbo Inlet Hose
  • Perrin Master Cylinder Brace
  • Kartboy Short Shifter
  • Mishimoto Oil Catch Can
  • Group N Motor Mounts

Drivetrain
  • 2005 STI Transmission
  • 2005 STI Rear Differential
  • 2005 STI Front/Rear Hubs (5x114.3)
  • 2005 STI Driveshaft & Axles
  • 2005 STI Front/Rear Brembo Brakes
  • ACT Heavy Duty Clutch Kit
  • Competition Clutch Lightweight Flywheel

Wheels / Suspension
  • Enkei Rajin Wheels 18x8"
  • Kumho Ecsta PX91 XL 245/35/18
  • MSW Type 85 Wheels 17x8" +48 Offset
  • 2005 STI JDM Struts
  • STI Aluminium Lateral Links
  • STI Rear Strut Tower Brace
  • Perrin Polyurethane Front End Links
  • Rear Subframe Lockdown Bolts / Bushings

Interior
  • 2008 FXT Gauge Cluster Surround
  • 2011 OEM STI Shift Knob
  • 2006 STI Shifter Surround
  • 2008 JDM STI Hazard Button
  • AEM Wideband Gauge
  • Prosport Boost Gauge (52mm)
  • Prosport Oil Pressure Gauge (52mm)
  • STI Floor Mats
  • WRX Limited Front Seats
  • Polk Front/Rear Speakers (DB651)

Exterior
  • Front STI CS2 Style Lip
  • 2008 Sport Front End (headlights, grille, hood, fenders, bumper)
  • 2013 STI HID Projectors + OEM Harness (retrofitted by me!)
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Subtle Solutions Skidplate
  • 2008 Sport Tail Lights
  • 2008 Forester Sports Sideskirts
  • 2006 OEM STI Front / Rear Emblems

Wish List

Photos
This was my first real dirt drive out by Pyramid Lake, NV! Good times :icon_wink:



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Did you manage to snag any shots when we were out at PC? How did you do time wise by the way?
This car needs my built 5 speed with helical front diff and rear LSD, which are for sale.
Did you manage to snag any shots when we were out at PC? How did you do time wise by the way?
I was getting between 63 and 61 seconds. I think I have a few pics, I'll have to check and see.

This car needs my built 5 speed with helical front diff and rear LSD, which are for sale.
I should probably take a look at these :icon_wink:
This car needs my built 5 speed with helical front diff and rear LSD, which are for sale.
No shame...lol.

You need to talk your brother into doing some mods to his Daily Driver or getting the STi he was looking at. I'm just the right guy to help him install some power.
I replaced my dead power steering pump this morning at 1am after a long 3 months without power steering and needless to say, I'm really, really happy :biggrin:

On another note, I ordered myself an early birthday present which should hopefully be here by the end of the week... Here's a photo by Vally_Giant over on Dirty Impreza that I photoshopped. Can anyone guess what I bought?? :icon_wink:

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Nice yellow headlight overlays......This journal is awesome. Btw those white rims are sick I want a set for my automobile
Thank you Quick! The wheels I've got are 16" Sparco Terras that I found on TireRack. I love them and they seem to be really durable for what I use them for!
Yeah the exact same ones I was looking at I couldn't decide If I wanted to go 16/17/18 though I kind of want the look of the 18's but at the same time I like the 16's for the meatier look (and generally cheaper tires). However I might be venturing into French land (Quebec) for the next three or so years for schooling. So 16's and gravel attack will be my new setup.

Btw your strips??? Vinyl or paint?
If I was going to use these for non-winter/gravel purposes, I would have gotten 17's no questions asked. Tires are cheaper and the overall weight shouldn't increase too much.

All the white on my car is a pearl white vinyl that was installed by a friend of mine and myself. I got a bad paint job when I replaced my front end and decided to have a little fun with the white instead of getting it resprayed for 5x the cost :icon_wink:
Today I finally got around to installing the headlight overlays and I really like how they came out! Here's a photo I took outside at work:

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Great stuff. I was wondering if you had any idea about the 17 terras and if they would fit over Brembos? Im still debating on the full STI swap this spring from my grandfathers friend.

If not I might have a set of 4/2 for a good price if the guy I was talking to decides to go BBK on his WRX.

Btw black rims???
Great stuff. I was wondering if you had any idea about the 17 terras and if they would fit over Brembos? Im still debating on the full STI swap this spring from my grandfathers friend.

If not I might have a set of 4/2 for a good price if the guy I was talking to decides to go BBK on his WRX.

Btw black rims???
They're 16" rims and would not clear Brembos by a long shot. I've had those black Rotas for a year and they've been my Summer / Autocross set...

Until now :icon_wink:


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WHO
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225s
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9" RIM?!?!?!?!?!?!?

WHY?!

Someone please give me some insight on this!

I'm waiting to get some proper tires in a 255 (at least!).



PS: Help me out??
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I love the panda look!
Wow those are some great rims. Yeah I figured the 16s wouldn't I am thinking of a set of 17s this spring. however if you say 16's wont by a long shot I am skeptical about 17's so I guess 4/2 pot it is cause I want the terras in white with a bit more aggressive tread.

Any good gravel tire recommendations?
All about that stance lifestyle yo. You didn't even bother cleaning them??
All about that stance lifestyle yo. You didn't even bother cleaning them??
I'm not driving around with them, I just put two on to take pis and see how they fit. The guy who sold me them had mismatched tires on them... No way is drive with those tires on!
Looking good Demps. I find it entertaining how you've almost come full circle with wheels...
Are you going to be doing anything about the curb rash, or is that just an optical illusion with dirt?
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