Been a long time since I have logged in but letting everyone know I still have this car and am currently going full 05 STi swap. Has full Chargespeed body kit, shaved engine bay, process west V mount intercooler, and lots of other goodies installed. Just about ready for paint and final assembly. Just wanted to share progress! If you want the most recent pics and updates, follow my Instagram @Chaecker5
Day I picked her up!
Engine/Driveline:
v4 STi Ej20k
JDM GC8 HKS Super Dragger 3” Exhaust
Tsudo Catless Downpipe
No Name Uppipe w/ EGT Bung
GD WRX Gas Tank
GD STi Fuel Pump
JDM 4.44 5MT
JDM 4.44 Rear LSD
Kartboy 5mt Shifter Rod
GC8 F&R Axles
Exterior:
v1-4 JDM Front Bumper
v5-6 JDM...
Most Current Photos;
Table of Contents:
History and old Images - Post 3
Noob swap Story.. Donor acquired and finally brainstorming - Post 38
Old lug pulled - Post 42
New heart transplanted - Post 110
First start since swap - Post 151
Feet back on the ground - Post 166
First test drive -...
About Me:
I've been browsing this forum for a bit and finally have a reason to create a journal. My name is Jess and I purchased the RS I wanted in July 2013. I had a couple opportunities to purchase a sedan RS, but I wanted to hold out for a coupe. Being that I lived in Oregon, the prices for...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY
My Goals:
ID Vehicle: To simplify repairs/fixes/etc I'd love to know the cars history.
Main focus: handling, functionality, reliability.
End goal, yes the beaten horse "22b" exterior styling.
Technical Research (I'll post all my reading/research material links here)...
UPDATED PAGE 4
owned this 2.5rs for about 7 years. Rushed to get it after selling my 08 wrx. Did not do a carfax on it, i just bought it with no research.
Later found out it was involved in an accident or 2, was pretty bummed about that. but i finally got a 2.5rs like i've always wanted.
fast...
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