STI Panel Filter vs ITG Filter
13 May 2004, 12:07 PM
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its deffo a gr8 filter and thanks to john's advice regarding "rotating" the filter it's now an even better proposition.
I went out in my car again last nite and boy you can really hear this "fluttering" sound, hopefully nothings going wrong
the cynical side of me is always nagging LOL
should i have done it, then i think cause u should you know it makes sense
enjoy everyone
I went out in my car again last nite and boy you can really hear this "fluttering" sound, hopefully nothings going wrong
the cynical side of me is always nagging LOLshould i have done it, then i think cause u should you know it makes sense
enjoy everyone
13 May 2004, 12:27 PM
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Fitted mine last week, and noticed the difference within minutes of driving on full throttle.
whats the fully inclusive price from japanparts ?
whats the fully inclusive price from japanparts ?
13 May 2004, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by peccy
i use STi panels too, even performed better then the K&N induction i had.
ordered a couple from http://www.japanparts.com/ to keep me going, £30 each
ordered a couple from http://www.japanparts.com/ to keep me going, £30 each
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What are they like on delivery?
Quite fancy one of them and ditching my standard paper one.
Ta Ashley
13 May 2004, 12:51 PM
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Originally Posted by hawkeye
i got mine from Scoobymania not the cheapest but they delivered on time, i think japanparts.com is cheaper but dont hold me to that statement
PS would i notice a deference going from a standard paper to this STi one?
Hopefully its worth the £47
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13 May 2004, 12:53 PM
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oh yessss!! read my post again, i have noticed a difference going from an ITG(allegedly high flowing) air filter to this sti one, the ITG is better than standard, this one is just another step up again IMHO
Edited to include :- im sure Bob Rawle did a test and got 10bhp MORE by fitting this filter over a std paper one, that was ona JDM car tho if my memory serves me right
Edited to include :- im sure Bob Rawle did a test and got 10bhp MORE by fitting this filter over a std paper one, that was ona JDM car tho if my memory serves me right
13 May 2004, 12:59 PM
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you can buy this from BR Developments as well as Scoobymania now. If you read Bob Rawles thread in the projects forum you can see the sort of performance it is capable of in his STi9.
13 May 2004, 01:14 PM
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I've got one in my car now aswell. Price from Japanparts will depend on exchange rate. Mine ordered a couple of weeks ago was just over £40 (all in, delivered - took about a week to arrive). Out of interest I had been running an ITG (for 50K+ miles) with no ill effects. I needed to change so the STI one seemed the most sensible choice. I'm sure that a lot of the problems relating to oiled filters haave come when they are cleaned and re-oiled (not all I'm sure). Perhaps people are being a little too generous with the oil?
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13 May 2004, 01:32 PM
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My ITG filter was "as it wzs put in by TSL" ie original never been re-oiled and had been in about 8000 miles it was put in about 14 months ago......
I WOULD NEVER TRUST AN OILED FILTER AGAIN AFTER WHAT I SAW -
To say i was shocked is an understatement...... i'd advise everyone who has one to check them out.....
I WOULD NEVER TRUST AN OILED FILTER AGAIN AFTER WHAT I SAW -
To say i was shocked is an understatement...... i'd advise everyone who has one to check them out.....
13 May 2004, 02:28 PM
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To to add a bit regarding MAF sensors and oiled filters. Using a K&N should be fine in most circumstances, as they retain the oil well compared to a foam filter.
The most vulnerable MAF used on the Impreza is in the MY99/00 (the last of the classic shape, this includes the STi5/6). The earlier hot wire Maf is less easily damaged and the new age car has a new MAF design again, which apears to be stronger/less easy to contaminate. If you have an MY99/00 i would advise you avoid induction kits/oiled filters if you are retaining the use of the MAF. Even with dry filters, the MAF sensor on the MY99/00 does get tired, it's well worth changing this at 50K miles and treating it as a service replacement part. They cost around £80 if you buy the MAF sensor on its own.
The most vulnerable MAF used on the Impreza is in the MY99/00 (the last of the classic shape, this includes the STi5/6). The earlier hot wire Maf is less easily damaged and the new age car has a new MAF design again, which apears to be stronger/less easy to contaminate. If you have an MY99/00 i would advise you avoid induction kits/oiled filters if you are retaining the use of the MAF. Even with dry filters, the MAF sensor on the MY99/00 does get tired, it's well worth changing this at 50K miles and treating it as a service replacement part. They cost around £80 if you buy the MAF sensor on its own.
13 May 2004, 03:44 PM
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On the Japanparts website there is only a section for WRX 1992-2000. Will the STI air filters fit a UK turbo MY00?
I'm pretty sure they are the same air boxes but don't want to order something that's no use to me.
I'm pretty sure they are the same air boxes but don't want to order something that's no use to me.
13 May 2004, 08:25 PM
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I have a 00my and fitted my STi p/f about a month ago. Having been initially cautious there is a definate increase in horsepower. Obviously we are talking between 5-10 bhp max. together with a noisier spool up / induction noise, but it deffinately pulls harder at high revs.
Needless to say its a pretty good investment, and so far according to my boost gauge everything is as normal. I'd recomend it to anyone. I'm also looking to go for TEK3 at the end of the year for which i believe the filter can give significant benefits.
Pedro
Needless to say its a pretty good investment, and so far according to my boost gauge everything is as normal. I'd recomend it to anyone. I'm also looking to go for TEK3 at the end of the year for which i believe the filter can give significant benefits.
Pedro
14 May 2004, 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted by pointacula
On the Japanparts website there is only a section for WRX 1992-2000. Will the STI air filters fit a UK turbo MY00?
I'm pretty sure they are the same air boxes but don't want to order something that's no use to me.
I'm pretty sure they are the same air boxes but don't want to order something that's no use to me.
Look on scoobymania's website or japanparts or Bob Rawle these r the ones to get
14 May 2004, 09:48 AM
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These aint cheap items but they are good
I gained over 10bhp and upto 15lbs of torque on the rolling road, within a couple of mins of fitting, should have taken John's advice ages ago me thinks
Tony
I gained over 10bhp and upto 15lbs of torque on the rolling road, within a couple of mins of fitting, should have taken John's advice ages ago me thinks
Tony
25 May 2004, 02:14 PM
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Question...
What is the cleaning process of the Green filter?
I've noticed a new "low down" lack of power lately, and checked my filter and it's black.
Cheers
kyle
What is the cleaning process of the Green filter?
I've noticed a new "low down" lack of power lately, and checked my filter and it's black.
Cheers
kyle
25 May 2004, 08:23 PM
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£69 eek!!
Scoobymania at £47 are reasonable if it includes a warrnty and quick delivery.
Direct from Japan they are £30 and with tax & postage they work out about £40 each but its 10 day delivery.
Ebay has them from the States for £27 ex tax & shipping at moment.
Nick
Scoobymania at £47 are reasonable if it includes a warrnty and quick delivery.
Direct from Japan they are £30 and with tax & postage they work out about £40 each but its 10 day delivery.
Ebay has them from the States for £27 ex tax & shipping at moment.
Nick
26 May 2004, 11:42 AM
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it certainly made a difference to my MY02sti im sure it would make a difference to you 03WRX but how much i couldnt say......
its better than standard and safer than oily ones go for it you wont be dissapointed
its better than standard and safer than oily ones go for it you wont be dissapointed
26 May 2004, 12:08 PM
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Garycat it does make a small difference but not that noticable. I think this is down to the bird feathers and general crap that was in the original one after 15k so it was bound to feel better. My car is also fited with PPP
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John
Regards
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26 May 2004, 05:07 PM
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Originally Posted by sulli
Is there any issue providing japanparts my vin no.? (they request this on online order form)
27 May 2004, 05:42 PM
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can't find how to buy online from scoobymania's website,can you or is it just me and my fat useless fingers that can't find the checkout????.
cheers in advance,Mac.
cheers in advance,Mac.