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  1. FAQ/Newbie Forum
    Heya everyone, I’ve had my RA for quite a few years now and it’s never ran perfectly. I’ll try explain the issues it’s had etc as best I can. It’s also worth noting I’m somewhat a car noob, but mostly know my way around lol Car is pretty much completely stock, no performance enhancing mods...
  2. ECU & Electrical Modifications
    Hey guys, I have an extra fog light button that can only be switched on when my highbeams are on. There is a red wire coming from the button that goes under the carpet. So far, ive noticed no diffrence when the switch is on versus when it is turned off. What do you guys think this could be? My...
  3. Service & Maintenance
    At the end of a 12-hour road trip, I noticed a sound coming from the front of the engine bay. I have a video linked below to hear it. I can't tell what the issue is that's causing it. I want to try to figure out what the problem is so I can get it fixed ASAP. Still makes the noise when in...
  4. Suspension, Brakes, Rims & Tires
    Im currently looking at sway bars and dont know if i should get a front or rear one. Im looking to make the car even more fun to drive and im also trying reduce understeer and add more oversteer. Im currently looking at Whiteline 22mm swaybars but im not sure if i should get them for the front...
  5. Swaps/conversions
    I'm putting a non avcs jdm ej205 in my car. and was wondering if i would need to get usdm cams to work with usdm valves or if the jdm cams will work. i know that i will need to get thicker head gaskets because the valves may hit the piston (don't rly know what mm to get though). reason why I'm...
  6. Swaps/conversions
    Hey guys i have some questions regarding a engine swap in an 03 Impreza RS So i had a low km manual 03 RS and i got rear ended, but got the wreck back, it’s un reparable, But drives fine and has no issues to it just the boot is super squished and chassis is too. I recently bought i 03 Impreza...
  7. DIY - How / To Installs
    Been on multiple sites, forums, and nothing from google to corn(hub). Just about ready to break out a satanic ritual to see if i can get the answer I need. Here is what I got, 2 EJ251 engines one has a spun connecting rod bearing but the case halves are good no gnarly ANYTHING like cylinder wall...
  8. Interior & A/V
    I’m looking to redo the sound deadening stuff inside my 98 Impreza wagon, I’m just not sure what to buy and where and how much to buy. If anyone knows anything about this kind of thing some help would be very appreciated
  9. Suspension, Brakes, Rims & Tires
    Does anyone know where I can find cheaper but still decent alternatives to the center caps for the OZ P1s? Does anybody know what I would have to look for? Thanks!
  10. General Subaru Discussion
    So recently I got my 2002 Subaru rs running I had to get a new engine. Not sure what year or model it’s from but it’s working, I have been trying to calculate my mpg today I had no gas left and went to fill it. When I went to fill it i was able to put about 12.5 gallons. Not sure what’s going on...
  11. FAQ/Newbie Forum
    I drive a 2003 2.5RS MT with the stock ej251. I've looked for the information on the rev limiter but couldn't find it anywhere. Thank you!
  12. Service & Maintenance
    Hi all which filter can I get with K&N for my car? Oil change is coming soon, it will be her first one with me so excited.if anyone can help me I would appreciate it. Thank you
  13. Transmission & Drivetrain
    So this week I got my ej25 engine in my 2002 Subaru rs, today I got it to turn over which is great now just figuring out everything make sure everything is good but my biggest problem is my clutch is to the floor. I can pull it back up but there is no tension or anything. I just need some help...
  14. DIY - How / To Installs
    So I bought a new ej25 motor for my 2002 rs ej25. When I got the ej25 motor I noticed it was probably from an outback or a newer year because of the throttle body. So I changed the intake manifold and everything. I asked they said they didn’t know what year it was from, so my question is sense...
  15. Swaps/conversions
    Does anyone know if i would be able to put a JDM EJ205 into a 2003 2.5RS Impreza? If so, how would i do it and how much would it cost? I'm not very experienced with this and my Impreza has kinda high mileage. Im not expecting the engine to go soon but I am curious about this swap. Thanks!
  16. FAQ/Newbie Forum
    Does anyone have the production numbers for the 2003 2.5RS? Thank you!
  17. N/A Tuning
    Hey guys! I just recently got a 2003 2.5RS Bugeye Impreza and i'm wondering how i would be able to add power to my engine. I'm looking to make around 200HP but less HP works as well. I've heard that there are mods I can do to the engine but cant find any. Any help is appreciated. Thank you!
  18. Troubleshooting
    Hi my illumination fuse keeps blowing as soon as I flick the headlight switch on the first click. The headlights, tail lights, turn signals and everything but the interior illumination works on the first click. IMPORTANT: But on the second click, the driver side fan turns on and PARKED, the...
  19. Impreza L, LS, LX, Brighton, etc.
    Hello tech geniuses, i have a 1995 subaru impreza l 1.8l that shut off mid traffic and i cant get it to turn on, I have replaced the coil pack, starter, and battery fairly recently, Which leaves fuel, the fuel pump is only about a year old and sounds like it works when i hook it DIRECTLY to...
  20. Service & Maintenance
    Hey guys so I bought my Impreza in the summer in very rough condition. Finally got a trip permit for it so I can take it through DEQ. And the code P1440 popped up. Fuel Tank Pressure System low input is the only information that it gives me. I’ve searched the forums, google, YouTube, done my...
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