The Bug...

[Granby]

Oh nice, any ideas what sort of power it will make?

[Ginola]

Nice one, have you got it all fitted yet dude?

[Rdlangy1]

Turbo only rated to 380 so hopefully somewhere around there... Any more would be a bonus really...

Just feel like my old girl has had every bearing and bush replaced, and the engine is well maintained (oil changes every 6-8 months - even though only covered approx. 600 miles a year) and had gaskets, seals all replaced (besides head gaskets), and the turbo was probably the oldest bit left. So refresh that, and hopefully she will go on for years and years to come

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Ginola

Nice one, have you got it all fitted yet dude?

gonna be a long cuppa with Mr Rich

He's fitting it all at same time...

[C. J.]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

gonna be a long cuppa with Mr Rich

He's fitting it all at same time...

Tea urn not cup then!

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by C. J.

Tea urn not cup then!

Quite Possibly....

[Ginola]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

gonna be a long cuppa with Mr Rich

He's fitting it all at same time...

more than 1 I suspect!

Originally Posted by C. J.

Tea urn not cup then!

[scotty]

Cant wait to see the results .

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scotty

Cant wait to see the results .

Cheers matey - we should both have quite different motors for next years Ring Trip eh

[Rdlangy1]

Also dropped Charlie a message @ SRR and have booked to pop and see him on my way home (time permitting) once Rich has worked his magic on the 30th

[scotty]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Cheers matey - we should both have quite different motors for next years Ring Trip eh

Hopefully mine will be ready lol .

[Rdlangy1]

Well after looking around for a few months, I have decided (after a painful trip back from Brands Hatch) to book the car in to have the gearbox checked over.

Only gear causing me issues is 3rd (above 4000rpm) where it just doesn't go...Anything below that, its a smooth as silk. The car was bought with this issue, and so its nothing I have done. Ive also given the gearbox 3x fluid changes in the 2.5yrs ive owned it just to limit any potential damage as best I can.

Tried a few recommendations and costs were quite high but all within £500 of each other.

Settled on these guys www.rmperformance.co.uk - had some good reviews, and they seemed to know there stuff, suggesting whilst the 3rd gear was being sorted, I opt to the have the 4th, 5th, and 6th baulk rings upgraded to the carbon rings, as per Subaru did from the factory with the later 6-speed boxes.

Removal and refit costs were reasonable (less than £300) and so its all booked in for the 1st July.

They have given me a budget worst case cost for just the third gear synchro, including the upgraded baulk rings and its competitive. (based on every component needing replacing)

Obviously these things can open up a can of worms, but as with everything else on the car, I want the basics to be solid and sorted, so it needs to be done.

Shouldn't need the clutch and flywheel replaced as these were only done 1.5 years ago (Exedy Pink Box + Lightened Flywheel) but they will check these for wear also...

They will also check over all the other gears for signs of problems before they happen and advise any costs prior to going forward. Or they can just put the box back together if costs get silly

Also put in an email to Alyn for some prices on a few other upgrade parts for other areas of the car and so might have some more updates to follow shortly...

Ryan

[Steve_PPP]

Sounds like its definitely the right course of action if 3rd isn't there over 4k rpm. Hope its a straightforward job to sort for you mate

[Rdlangy1]

Fingers crossed

[Ginola]

how much to convert to sequential!

Hopefully there isn't too much wrong with any of the rest of it, normally its 4th gear syncro that suffers on the 6 speed boxes.

[Rdlangy1]

Yeah they did say it was rare to have the third gear synchro be a problem...I'm only summising as it's third gear I have an issue with

[Granby]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Yeah they did say it was rare to have the third gear synchro be a problem...I'm only summising as it's third gear I have an issue with

That must mean your special then , hopefully it a cheap(ish) fix for you and then it will be ready for the power upgrades

[Rdlangy1]

Oh I'm def special mate

And like I said it's a problem I've had since I bought the car but yes with the nominal power upgrades I figured it would only get worse so I wanted to get it sorted

[Rdlangy1]

Right - off the phone from Alyn and tomorrow sees boxes arriving from 3 different sources

Oh............................and a couple not for my car

Love it when a plan comes together

[Rdlangy1]

Well heres a few pics of "some" of the parcels arriving tomorrow

[scotty]

Very nice collection of parts whats wrong with your fatty brembos .

[Rdlangy1]

Wanted to upgrade

[Steve_PPP]

Nice collection of bits there mate!

Which ksport kit? 330 or 356? And which pads have you gone with? The ones that come with the kit (ksport's own pads) are apparently terrible, so chuck 'em.

[Rdlangy1]

356mm and EBC Yellowstuff...

[scooby doo]

Very nice will turn that into a good weapon

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scooby doo

Very nice will turn that into a good weapon

[Red Baron]

I think you should fit all that and then sell it to me ��

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Red Baron

I think you should fit all that and then sell it to me ��

I'll keep u in mind

[scotty]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

I'll keep u in mind

Going to need a proper driver now

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scotty

Going to need a proper driver now

Sure does mate

Good job I've already plans in place to leave it to one eh

At least they no it won't have been ragged by me

[seventune]

lots of new toys..... good effort dude....

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by seventune

lots of new toys..... good effort dude....

[nikkinokkinoo]

Christmas has come!!

[Bolesroor]

Very nice Ryan , I had an rcm belt fitted recently that's all the parts I'm allowed this year

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Bolesroor

Very nice Ryan , I had an rcm belt fitted recently that's all the parts I'm allowed this year

Ha ha - thanks steve

[Frenchie]

Always fun getting new bits,hope it all gets sorted as you want.

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Frenchie

Always fun getting new bits,hope it all gets sorted as you want.

Cheers Frenchie

[SpecB]

Any chance you'll be selling the Brembos? I have a gaping void behind the legacy wheels now!

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by SpecB

Any chance you'll be selling the Brembos? I have a gaping void behind the legacy wheels now!

I sure will Nick...

Rob has someone we think who will be taking the Discs but ill have the Brembo's and brembo pads (apprx 1200 miles use) and PF-Z Pads (approx. 600 miles use) up for grabs

[SpecB]

Works for me as Id probably go for new disks anyway!

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by SpecB

Works for me as Id probably go for new disks anyway!

No prob Nick - they will be coming off the car tomorrow


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[Rdlangy1]

Well finally got all the boxes home and opened some of them up.............XMAS all over again!




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[Steve_PPP]

Why am I seeing double??

And ksport forged calipers, nice!

[Granby]

Originally Posted by Steve_PPP

Why am I seeing double?? :shock

Me to

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Steve_PPP

Why am I seeing double??

Originally Posted by Granby

Me to

Errrrrrrrr.....

[Rdlangy1]

I figured a good friend of mine might want a few parts too

Especially as he won't take cash for helping me with my car and fitting bits, and generally being there over the last 4 months

[scotty]

Nice whens the fitting party taking place

[Rdlangy1]

Today

[asperformance]

happy to have been of help Ryan.......

[scooby doo]

very smart,
one very cool bug!

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by asperformance

happy to have been of help Ryan.......

Thanks again Alyn - superb service and prices


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[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scooby doo

very smart,

one very cool bug!

Cheers buddy


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[scotty]

Are you taking some during pictures need to see you getting your hands dirty or are you wearing Marigolds

[Rdlangy1]

Marigolds all the way here


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[Rdlangy1]

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[Granby]

Excellent, didn't take long then

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Granby

Excellent, didn't take long then

Super Rob


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[NL03Scooby]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Super Rob


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Welcome as always dude, it's been a good day and they look awesome on the car. Nice and simple to fit and so much enjoyable then dealing with Brembo's.

[Bolesroor]

Look awesome

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Bolesroor

Look awesome

Cheers Steve

Now roll on 30th when Rich works his magic

[C. J.]

Good stuff, not fitting the sump before the ring ?

[Rdlangy1]

I'm not in Germany this year

[Rdlangy1]

And rich said there wasn't much point fitting baffled sump and new oil pump until I decide to refresh the engine (I should have thought of that before buying it I guess)....

[scotty]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

And rich said there wasn't much point fitting baffled sump and new oil pump until I decide to refresh the engine (I should have thought of that before buying it I guess)....

You could say thats x2 parts ticked off the list when doing a refresh build so you could always put them in storage up in the loft or in the garage for when the time is ready

[Rdlangy1]

Yeah that's what Rich suggested...tbh I wasn't planning on doing an engine rebuild but............ if I have the cash towards the end of the year I may go 2.1 stroker and do head gaskets and upgraded studs for peace of mind and have it all
Fitted then.. if not, I'll just have them fitted in a few months... depends how impatient I get pmsl! I mean - I'm not impulsive at all........................Not a word Mr Rob!

[alfa male]

Nice little project Ryan, Top effort.

When are the wheels being refurbed?

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by alfa male

Nice little project Ryan, Top effort.



When are the wheels being refurbed?

Yeah I know it's annoying that one wheel! Ha ha

Did it just after I got them as well (few pages back in project thread).

Trouble is speedline don't do some of the stickers now - so if I have the one wheel refurbished it would be stickerless - which will annoy me. My mate is trying to make me a set (sign writer) and if he can match them I'll get it off to lepsons.

Rest of the wheels are fine

[alfa male]

[Frenchie]

If you thought about a rebuild,started to accumulate a few bits then I 'am sorry to say cancel Christmas and get it done.

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Frenchie

If you thought about a rebuild,started to accumulate a few bits then I 'am sorry to say cancel Christmas and get it done.

Wasn't really giving it a thought - my engine is well maintained and runs with no issues (that I know of!).

I bought the sump and pump to try and safeguard and ensure the engine will last for many more years- however rich has a valid point in that it may be better to hang on to them and plan to refurbish the engine rather than bolt new bits onto a 15yrs old engine.

It's a tough decision and like I said depends how impatient I get pmsl!

[seventune]

Some choice parts to go on there then.... will you go to the 2.1 if you refurb?

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by seventune

Some choice parts to go on there then.... will you go to the 2.1 if you refurb?

Yeah if I refurb I'll go RCM or Lateral 2.1 stroker + head gaskets and updated studs etc

Although turbo I have is only rated to 380bhp which is why I wasn't planning on upgrading engine really.

But to me, as has always been my moto with this car, the foundations have to be strong and solid

[scooby doo]

Why rebuild ? Your Engine can take 450hp easily?
The sti bug was made very strong unless your looking for 500hp+ ?

[Steve_PPP]

If your engine is fine then i'd just fit the sump/oil pump/cam belt and enjoy it. Personally don't see the point spending a fortune on a build when the STI7 engine is a good'un anyway and will be fine for the power your turbo can run...

Nice work with the ksports though guys, they look great

[scooby doo]

Originally Posted by Steve_PPP

If your engine is fine then i'd just fit the sump/oil pump/cam belt and enjoy it. Personally don't see the point spending a fortune on a build when the STI7 engine is a good'un anyway and will be fine for the power your turbo can run...

Nice work with the ksports though guys, they look great

Exactly my point

[Rdlangy1]

Yes I agree with all your comments - as I mentioned, it was a suggestion of Rich that I wait encase I wanted to refresh the engine. This was mainly because I had thoughts to do the head gaskets towards the end of the year, again not because they are failing, but just for peace of mind. Although rich said if not failing then leave as are which again is sensible so again I'll prob just get the sump and pump fitted anyway

Timing belt will be end next year as was only done 2yrs / 4500 miles ago....my aim is to do its every 3-4yrs for peace of mind... (yes overkill I appreciate)

[Consti]

Nice bunch of parts you got there bud, looks good.
I quite like what dave did with his ie. Changed the engine for a jdm. Think ill do the same once mine starts playing up. Done a few track days with the Ksport now and they seem to be fine so far. Good luck. =)

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[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Consti

Nice bunch of parts you got there bud, looks good.
I quite like what dave did with his ie. Changed the engine for a jdm. Think ill do the same once mine starts playing up. Done a few track days with the Ksport now and they seem to be fine so far. Good luck. =)

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Cheers buddy

[scooby doo]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

Yes I agree with all your comments - as I mentioned, it was a suggestion of Rich that I wait encase I wanted to refresh the engine. This was mainly because I had thoughts to do the head gaskets towards the end of the year, again not because they are failing, but just for peace of mind. Although rich said if not failing then leave as are which again is sensible so again I'll prob just get the sump and pump fitted anyway

Timing belt will be end next year as was only done 2yrs / 4500 miles ago....my aim is to do its every 3-4yrs for peace of mind... (yes overkill I appreciate)

The head gaskets are good On these so no need to safe guard ,
The pump and baffle is spot on. Concentrate on good breathing mods along with a good map and suspension and save some penny's.

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scooby doo

The head gaskets are good On these so no need to safe guard ,

The pump and baffle is spot on. Concentrate on good breathing mods along with a good map and suspension and save some penny's.

RCM induction kit and Sc38 turbo going on 30th May along with map tweak so that's all good

Suspension is ok and exhaust, up-pipe, headers are all either 3" or ported so all good

[scooby doo]

Originally Posted by Rdlangy1

RCM induction kit and Sc38 turbo going on 30th May along with map tweak so that's all good

Suspension is ok and exhaust, up-pipe, headers are all either 3" or ported so all good

Good move!

What injectors are you using ? Along with pump? as that blower will be on the max of a stock fuel set up.

370/380hp will be more than enough set up pal if your planning on tracking it.
You will be really impressed .

Ginolas set up is one to watch /speak to if you get the track bug lol

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scooby doo

Good move!



What injectors are you using ? Along with pump? as that blower will be on the max of a stock fuel set up.



370/380hp will be more than enough set up pal if your planning on tracking it.

You will be really impressed .



Ginolas set up is one to watch /speak to if you get the track bug lol

Yeah Daves car is amazing - always keep up to date with that...

Tbh I'm not a trackie, but will try and do a few during the year.

Running standard pink injectors but 290ltr fuel pump...

[scooby doo]

If funds are there I'd advise making them larger more of a safe guard or at least adj fuel reg to squeeze the max out of them ,
But a sc38 will make them run at 100%. A 3port bcs too (prodrive did one that isn't expensive at all)

That's just my 2p's thoughts tho fella ,

Donlove a good bug tho huge soft spot for them

[Rdlangy1]

Already have 3-port boost solenoid as well - sorry I forget how much I've done

[Rdlangy1]

Well what a day.... Poor Rich @ FB Tuning isn't going to want to see my car again for a very long time!!

Day started with bottom up-pipe to turbo bolt seizing rock solid! Much cursing, blow torch heat, long bars, cutting tools, more swearing later, he finally gets it off the car.

Oil and coolant drained and turbo then comes off... besides the usual minuscule hairline crack on the wastegate Rich says it's good to go so will be up for sale later on

New turbo gets lined up to find the company have sent me the lovely shiny braided oil pipe for the turbo to a classic! Grrrrrrrr

Some fettling later and Rich manages to get the old one on the new turbo.

Then the induction kit goes on and new 2.7-bar MAP sensor...

Much time is then spent persuading my hoses to go where they should and after much more cursing and swearing, Rich manages to get them on where they should be

Whilst the car is up on the ramps Rich notices my exhaust is blowing in two places and also that my top modine seal was weeping, so I need to order that up shortly...

Fresh Motul 300v and Motul Inugel Expert coolant in, and she fires up...

After coming back twice (boost hose split then OBD kept losing connection mid run) Rich finally manages to work his magic on the ECU and I'm good to go!

Didn't make it to Charlie's (SRR) in the end but Rich seemed happy enough with the power and the drive home felt smooth.

The RCM induction kit is extremely loud - it sounds like you are going to suck in the car in the next lane and has also made the dump valve less tweety bird (hope ur happy scotty!) and more giant eagle with a very firm and loud dmmmmppphhhhh!!! (Yes that's how it's sounds! Pmsl!!)

Only other niggle I saw was one of my rear drop links has severely worn against the ARB and I cannot fathom out why or how so this will need addressing next with the modine seal...

Some pics....













Big thanks to Rich and I promise not to bring the car back.............................................. ..........................for a month or two!

[scotty]

Nice one Ryan can i be checky any chance of your classic oil feed line so i can fit my sc38 please .

[Red Baron]

Could it just be that the Eibach ARB is too fat for the Whiteline drop links, if I could be arsed to get mine out of the garage I'd check my whiteline ARB width, it was second hand so not sure if it's 22mm or 24mm but I have the same drop links.

[Rdlangy1]

Other side is perfectly fine and both were lined up when fitted year ago...

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by scotty

Nice one Ryan can i be checky any chance of your classic oil feed line so i can fit my sc38 please .

I'll take some pics tomorrow mate along with the VF35 and K&N panel filter which are all going up for grabs

Rich was convinced it was for a Classic but I have no idea pmsl

[Ginola]

Nice one dude! Heard the mapping went well


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[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by Ginola

Nice one dude! Heard the mapping went well


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Think so - results were a bit unconfirmed but Rich seemed happy with his work

Although I bet u heard him cursing my car from where you are

[C. J.]

Good stuff
Have a oil modine & oil feed line here !

[NL03Scooby]

Can't wait to sample the noise and to take a look at the newly homed snail under the bonnet.

Interested to know exactly why the arb and drop link became such good friends, Shane might be on to something with his idea.

How long until we get a photo of some new injectors is my next feeling...

[Rdlangy1]

Injectors - meeeeeeeeeeee......

[Rdlangy1]

Originally Posted by C. J.

Good stuff
Have a oil modine & oil feed line here !

Cheers CJ but I only need to get top orange oil seal for it

[Red Baron]

Does look like something has shifted, other possibility is the stiffer bar has twisted the mounts, Perrin and Whiteline did a stronger mount to stop that happening.

http://www.scoobyparts.com/whiteline...ll-bars-mounts

[scotty]

The quickest way to see if your arb has moved is look at the arb bushes they would leave a mark where they were orignally and if the arb has moved you would see the mark clearly .

[Consti]

Some nice upgrades on this car Ryan, well done.
Have you tried using lateral locks for the arb? I know they stop them moving side to side. 😊

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[Rdlangy1]

Thanks All,

looking again at the pics it seems as though the bush has disintergrated. The pic of the OK one shows a rubber bush between the ARB and the Droplink, however the knacked one doesn't, and looking at the state of the one on the left, I think its probably worn away and hence now metal on metal.

Alyn - looks like Ill be giving you a call later this morning

[Red Baron]

My Whiteline ones are polybushed rather than rubber.