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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! đ A quick google…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Plans for mad handles.
“The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry” – Robert Burns
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EJ207 v8/v9?
I was cruising the interwebs the other day looking for a pic of a JDM version 8 twin-scroll downpipe to get a peek that the cat. I was curious to see how it is built/made just to get a gauge of its performance terms of flow. I’ve heard that they are restrictive, but I prefer to…
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2017 Flat.Hearts Calendar
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