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26 September 2011, 07:59 PM
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Newbie saying hi
We've had our 2004 STi Type UK for just over a week now and have not been able to wipe the smile of our faces since
It's been a couple of years since we've had a car like the Subaru. I've had Honda Type R's in the past and the girlfreind had a 350z but all had to go when littl'un arrived. Had to put up with a Passat TDi(good car for what it's used for, big & up to 60mpg) & a 2000 1.3 fiesta. Kept the Passat but the fiesta had to go.
Get some pics up soon as it's had a good clean.
Got a couple of issues - knocking on the rear suspension (read lots of posts on here regarding)
It's got to go back to get a few dents removed.
I'm also reading the general view of dump valves (VTA) is don't bother as they can be bad for the engine. Ours has a Turbosmart (VTA) adjustable one, I always thought they we're good but the last turbo car I had was a Rover 220 coupe & I was a lot younger & wanted the woooosh. But if can lead to problems with the engine then an OEM or Forge recirc one is the way I'll go.
Anyway hello
It's been a couple of years since we've had a car like the Subaru. I've had Honda Type R's in the past and the girlfreind had a 350z but all had to go when littl'un arrived. Had to put up with a Passat TDi(good car for what it's used for, big & up to 60mpg) & a 2000 1.3 fiesta. Kept the Passat but the fiesta had to go.
Get some pics up soon as it's had a good clean.
Got a couple of issues - knocking on the rear suspension (read lots of posts on here regarding)
It's got to go back to get a few dents removed.
I'm also reading the general view of dump valves (VTA) is don't bother as they can be bad for the engine. Ours has a Turbosmart (VTA) adjustable one, I always thought they we're good but the last turbo car I had was a Rover 220 coupe & I was a lot younger & wanted the woooosh. But if can lead to problems with the engine then an OEM or Forge recirc one is the way I'll go.
Anyway hello
26 September 2011, 08:32 PM
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Welcome mate!!!
I have an STI too,when i bought mine a little under two years ago it had knocking rear shocks too,because they where under warranty i had to put OEM shocks back on,not a good idea if you have the option.I have knocking on my front now too,hoping its not the shocks this time!!!
Other than the shi#ty suspension,ive enjoyed every minute of it.
Let the modding begin!
I have an STI too,when i bought mine a little under two years ago it had knocking rear shocks too,because they where under warranty i had to put OEM shocks back on,not a good idea if you have the option.I have knocking on my front now too,hoping its not the shocks this time!!!
Other than the shi#ty suspension,ive enjoyed every minute of it.
Let the modding begin!
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27 September 2011, 08:39 AM
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lol i was going to mention the famous dv but thought id better not start that again lol. I used to want a turbo car just so i could have a dv
now i dont appreciate them much 
, but its whatever you prefer 
27 September 2011, 11:25 AM
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Cheers for the welcome
I didn't want to start another debate over DV's as I've seen & read on here plenty of debates over their use. Just want whats best for the engine.
The jump from a 1.3 Fiesta to an STi was a big one but one I've waited for 2 years but well worth the wait.
I'm sure there's gonna be plenty of questions along the way.
I didn't want to start another debate over DV's as I've seen & read on here plenty of debates over their use. Just want whats best for the engine.
The jump from a 1.3 Fiesta to an STi was a big one but one I've waited for 2 years but well worth the wait.
I'm sure there's gonna be plenty of questions along the way.
27 September 2011, 03:32 PM
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hi! im new here too and i also have a fiesta aswell, spooky. Gotta be somethin to do with the oval badges im sure!!! Take it easy mate mite speak soon!! turbo 2000 wagon by the way!!!
27 September 2011, 03:37 PM
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Hello and welcome .
It never ceases to amaze me, though, when people think that because they have kids the performance car has to go. I got my Scooby (after other quick cars) when my 4th daughter was only a few months old!
Four doors a big boot and goes like f*ck perfik!
Enjoy your re-entry to cool car ownership!
.It never ceases to amaze me, though, when people think that because they have kids the performance car has to go. I got my Scooby (after other quick cars) when my 4th daughter was only a few months old
!Four doors a big boot and goes like f*ck
perfik!Enjoy your re-entry to cool car ownership!
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