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We are building a 2003 Subaru WRX.

Steering Feels (Feedback)

What makes for good steering feels (or feedback)? I have been chasing this question for some time now. Maybe even before I realized I was doing so. Obviously at some point this becomes more of a personal preference answer and thus an experiment in trial and error. More mods? I’m in! 😀 A quick google…
Brake Lightness (WRX v LGT v STI)

I took the WRX out for a spirited spin over the weekend and noticed my driver’s side rear caliper is sticking again so I am probably going to upgrade rather than replace it with another used caliper. My rear rotors are grooved so they should be replaced as well. So that got me thinking about my…
Thinking about Weight Distribution

So I was watching an Evo X review video on youtube when I heard the reviewer mention that the Evo X was so nimble despite its 3510 lbs weight. And that got me thinking, how did they manage that? So I started digging. The Evo X has a weight distribution (w/d) of 57/43%. The 2015…
Review: Oswald Lightweight Bumper Beam

I’ve had a couple days behind the wheel of my WRX with the Oswald beam installed and I think I am ready to give a review of it, before it becomes my new normal. First off, fit and finish was great. Everything lined up from the beam to the frame and the only thing I had to…
Install: Oswald Performance Lightweight Front Bumper Beam

I have been contemplating an Oswald Lightweight Bumper Beam for some time now. Even back when I owned my 2005 STi, however the STi handled so well that it seemed to be permanently in the “maybe next time” camp. The 2003 WRX handles much better than I expected even though it has lower grip than the…
Install: HT Autos 02-03 WRX Fog Light Covers

After selling off my JDM fog lights I needed something to fill the voids. Either legit OEM fog covers, some sort of brake duct cover, or replica covers from HT Autos. I decided to go with covers from HT Autos because eBay was low on inventory on JDM covers and I didn’t realize I could still…
Install: Grimmspeed Phenolic Spacers (3mm)

I picked up a pair of used 3mm Grimmspeed Phenolic Spacers from a friend. And since I have a JDM long runner intake I am hoping that these will be easier to install over my USDM 2005 STi intake manifold. First things first. I needed to clean off most of the remaining sealant. They didn’t…
Cars & Coffee: EAG (March 4, 2017)

I went to the EAG Cars & Coffee this morning. I haven’t made it out to a car meet in awhile so I figured it was time to grab my camera and get back out there. Unfortunately I picked the week that winter returned to Knoxville so I didn’t get many pics. Overall turnout a pretty…
To Sleeper or Not to Sleeper

That is the question. I keep going back and forth over which direction to take my WRX in. I mean since my car is a Bugeye in the one true color (WRB) I’m not fooling anyone into thinking I have an N/A Impreza, but at the same time looking like your average (lol, OK not…
Plans for mad handles.

“The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry” – Robert Burns

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