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Old 16 September 2008 | 04:46 PM
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Hi, im looking into fitting an alloy facelift bonnet,as they look better,and should also line up with the sti 5 tmic i've fitted.
Which models came with the alloy bonnet? Did the RB5 have one?

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Old 16 September 2008 | 05:19 PM
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Sti RA had one
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Most imports do, my wrx does.
Old 16 September 2008 | 08:28 PM
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P1 has one I think
Old 16 September 2008 | 08:39 PM
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Hi, im looking into fitting an alloy facelift bonnet,as they look better,and should also line up with the sti 5 tmic i've fitted.
Which models came with the alloy bonnet? Did the RB5 have one?

Thanks,Tim
My STi V3 has one
Old 16 September 2008 | 08:43 PM
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My v3 type r has one also
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all import saloon and coupe from 97 to 00 had the ally bonnet you are looking for, wagon import wrx got a steel bonnet and bottom arms like the uk cars.
the dimensions of both bonnets are identical.
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Thanks,next question,who wants to sell me one!!?
Old 17 September 2008 | 09:26 AM
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To ask the next question, how much lighter is the alloy bonnet than the steel version? Would there be any point fitting one to a UK turbo?

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My v4/MY98 WRX wagon (imported when new on an S plate) has one. They are noticeably light.
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I think that's an understatement.

The Ali Bonnet is alot lighter.

Especially as I've been hit on the head with both and the Ali one hurt alot less LOL
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My last classic had the steel one,my RA has the alloy one,much lighter,but sadly not the facelift. I've just got my new lights and corners today,so will fit them with the facelift grill for now,have to keep an eye out for the bonnet.
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