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Post by Blackfin on Dec 1, 2014 9:58:29 GMT 10
Hi all. I'm from Ontario, Canada. Just found this place. Looks cool. I have 2011 FZ8S with just a couple of simple mods and a few more on the way. Too bad it's now the start of winter here and so riding is basically done for another 4 months or so. A few pics: Ad where I first saw her:  Day of the test-ride:   Some ProGrip rim tape:   Yoshimura tail-tidy:  Yosimura R-77 SS/CF/CF slip-on:   Coming soon: Pazzo levers, swing-arm spools & decent bar-end weights. My other baby, the day I picked her up (2010 STi):  |
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Post by fz8kansas on Dec 1, 2014 11:48:47 GMT 10
Welcome, nice rides.
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Post by Blackfin on Dec 1, 2014 12:52:56 GMT 10
Thanks. My "summer only" ride:  2002 Mustang GT, intercooled Kenne Bell 1.7L @ 9psi, 3.73s, Comp 262AH cams etc etc. The bike, basically stock, is still faster which is why I think I prefer the FZ8S to the Mustang and STi as a "fun toy." Not much beats the STi in the winter  |
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Post by DanS on Dec 1, 2014 21:57:49 GMT 10
Welcome, Nice wheels!
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Post by Hoover on Dec 1, 2014 23:53:46 GMT 10
Welcome aboard mate
Going to have start calling this place FZ/Subaru Central.
Yet another one.
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Post by woody146 on Dec 2, 2014 4:20:13 GMT 10
Welcome! Nice toys!!
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Post by Elmo on Dec 2, 2014 5:29:57 GMT 10
Welcome buddy!
You'll find A Lot of Subaru pplz here.
I've owned many, including an 07 STI & 04 WRX.
Gotta love em!
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Post by Camo on Dec 2, 2014 19:47:41 GMT 10
Nice looking rides brother, welcome aboard.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2014 19:50:47 GMT 10
Welcome.
Subaru's are fucking awesome. (except the XV)
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Post by Blackfin on Dec 2, 2014 22:16:48 GMT 10
I love that STi. I've pretty much gone where I want with it (Stg 2 Cobb with an intake and Cobb tune plus a Perrin cat back and some Whiteline sways front and rear) and will not really be modding it anymore. It's been very reliable and a fun car to be sure but the interior is a bit of a letdown. I've spent a considerable amount of time chasing and knocking down rattles and squeaks and the ones that remain would likely require the dash to come out. Subaru defintely put R&D dollars into the drivetrain, not so much to interior packaging. Not a big fan of rattles. What's funny is that I've had to do the same thing to the Fazer. The instrument cluster and fairings resonate and buzz quite a bit at certain RPM ranges. I've had some good luck with closed-cell foam strategically placed and will pick this effort up again in the spring |
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Post by Hoover on Dec 2, 2014 23:36:42 GMT 10
I love that STi. I've pretty much gone where I want with it (Stg 2 Cobb with an intake and Cobb tune plus a Perrin cat back and some Whiteline sways front and rear) and will not really be modding it anymore. It's been very reliable and a fun car to be sure but the interior is a bit of a letdown. I've spent a considerable amount of time chasing and knocking down rattles and squeaks and the ones that remain would likely require the dash to come out. Subaru defintely put R&D dollars into the drivetrain, not so much to interior packaging. Not a big fan of rattles. What's funny is that I've had to do the same thing to the Fazer. The instrument cluster and fairings resonate and buzz quite a bit at certain RPM ranges. I've had some good luck with closed-cell foam strategically placed and will pick this effort up again in the spring Intake, stg 2 Cobb and a Perrin cat back, you shouldn't hear the rattles. I have a Borla Cat back on mine and that's all I hear !!!! |
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Post by Blackfin on Dec 2, 2014 23:41:27 GMT 10
Intake, stg 2 Cobb and a Perrin cat back, you shouldn't hear the rattles. I have a Borla Cat back on mine and that's all I hear !!!! Hehe. Actually, the Perrin is pretty quiet. It's just right. The DP added a nice amount of low-frequency growl to the car. I love this exhaust set-up. |
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Post by Elmo on Dec 3, 2014 3:25:56 GMT 10
I love that STi. I've pretty much gone where I want with it (Stg 2 Cobb with an intake and Cobb tune plus a Perrin cat back and some Whiteline sways front and rear) and will not really be modding it anymore. It's been very reliable and a fun car to be sure but the interior is a bit of a letdown. I've spent a considerable amount of time chasing and knocking down rattles and squeaks and the ones that remain would likely require the dash to come out. Subaru defintely put R&D dollars into the drivetrain, not so much to interior packaging. Not a big fan of rattles. What's funny is that I've had to do the same thing to the Fazer. The instrument cluster and fairings resonate and buzz quite a bit at certain RPM ranges. I've had some good luck with closed-cell foam strategically placed and will pick this effort up again in the spring The 6 speed STI tranny is rather rock solid. I beat the shit outa mine and it never had an issue. The only time you might consider upgrading is if you're over 400? (or 500? I forget the exact number) HP. Even then a new clutch and a lightweight flywheel is all you need. I've got friends here in AZ that went all out with Dog Boxes - but its too much $$ if you ask me. |
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