Few questions after downpipe install.
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Few questions after downpipe install.
Just wrapped up installing a Helix catted downpipe and reflashed the ecu to Stage 2 with the AP on my 07 STi. Very impressed with the results.
Now for some questions...
**With the new DP installed the AC drain tube hits the DP. No matter what I do I cant get the tube away from the DP. Any suggestions on how to deal with this?
**What kind of HP can one expect with TBE, AP Stage 2?
**What would be the next mod I should look into? Better tune? I have the following on my 07 STi.
1) Espelir Exhaust
2) Helix Catted Downpipe
3) Cobb Air Intake with Cobb Air Box
4) AccessPort Stage 2
**Will I benefit any from a larger TMIC, or is the stock one just fine?
Thanks guys....
***Really need help with this question.***
I removed the IC in order to remove the oem heat shield off the turbo,(What a pain.) after removing the IC, I noticed oil residue in the IC. I guess I should install a oil catch can. (Picked up a Greddy one.) I've looked for information and pics for a 07 with no luck. Would one of you be so kind to post a pic to help me get an idea where to run the oil lines (Hook them up.) and where to mount the can. Not a lot of room under the hood. I've asked a few guys where I should mount one and everyone of them tell me by the battery. Are you kidding me.*LOL* There is NO room near the batter for a oil catch can. they must have a early model impreza or something.
Thanks guys...
Now for some questions...**With the new DP installed the AC drain tube hits the DP. No matter what I do I cant get the tube away from the DP. Any suggestions on how to deal with this?
**What kind of HP can one expect with TBE, AP Stage 2?
**What would be the next mod I should look into? Better tune? I have the following on my 07 STi.
1) Espelir Exhaust
2) Helix Catted Downpipe
3) Cobb Air Intake with Cobb Air Box
4) AccessPort Stage 2
**Will I benefit any from a larger TMIC, or is the stock one just fine?
Thanks guys....
***Really need help with this question.***
I removed the IC in order to remove the oem heat shield off the turbo,(What a pain.) after removing the IC, I noticed oil residue in the IC. I guess I should install a oil catch can. (Picked up a Greddy one.) I've looked for information and pics for a 07 with no luck. Would one of you be so kind to post a pic to help me get an idea where to run the oil lines (Hook them up.) and where to mount the can. Not a lot of room under the hood. I've asked a few guys where I should mount one and everyone of them tell me by the battery. Are you kidding me.*LOL* There is NO room near the batter for a oil catch can. they must have a early model impreza or something.
Thanks guys...
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Just wrapped up installing a Helix catted downpipe and reflashed the ecu to Stage 2 with the AP on my 07 STi. Very impressed with the results. Now for some questions...
**With the new DP installed the AC drain tube hits the DP. No matter what I do I cant get the tube away from the DP. Any suggestions on how to deal with this? You should have some room - you can move the black plastic clip that holds it in place, so that will help if your only problem is getting it to stay put... Other than that, it's a very bad idea to let that melt, as your A/C won't have a drain anymore and will back up and mold.
**What kind of HP can one expect with TBE, AP Stage 2? I'm too lazy to go to NASIOC (or COBB's site)... I guess you are too
**What would be the next mod I should look into? Better tune? I have the following on my 07 STi.
1) Espelir Exhaust
2) Helix Catted Downpipe
3) Cobb Air Intake with Cobb Air Box
4) AccessPort Stage 2
Meth and a tune.
**Will I benefit any from a larger TMIC, or is the stock one just fine?
Thanks guys.... meth meth meth
***Really need help with this question.***
I removed the IC in order to remove the oem heat shield off the turbo,(What a pain.) after removing the IC, I noticed oil residue in the IC. I guess I should install a oil catch can. (Picked up a Greddy one.) I've looked for information and pics for a 07 with no luck. Would one of you be so kind to post a pic to help me get an idea where to run the oil lines (Hook them up.) and where to mount the can. Not a lot of room under the hood. I've asked a few guys where I should mount one and everyone of them tell me by the battery. Are you kidding me.*LOL* There is NO room near the batter for a oil catch can. they must have a early model impreza or something.
Thanks guys... it is possible to install it near the battery, just a really tight fit. I've installed on the passenger side strut tower, but only on FMIC -- I don't know if you have room or not with the stock TMIC
Now for some questions...**With the new DP installed the AC drain tube hits the DP. No matter what I do I cant get the tube away from the DP. Any suggestions on how to deal with this? You should have some room - you can move the black plastic clip that holds it in place, so that will help if your only problem is getting it to stay put... Other than that, it's a very bad idea to let that melt, as your A/C won't have a drain anymore and will back up and mold.
**What kind of HP can one expect with TBE, AP Stage 2? I'm too lazy to go to NASIOC (or COBB's site)... I guess you are too
**What would be the next mod I should look into? Better tune? I have the following on my 07 STi.
1) Espelir Exhaust
2) Helix Catted Downpipe
3) Cobb Air Intake with Cobb Air Box
4) AccessPort Stage 2
Meth and a tune.
**Will I benefit any from a larger TMIC, or is the stock one just fine?
Thanks guys.... meth meth meth
***Really need help with this question.***
I removed the IC in order to remove the oem heat shield off the turbo,(What a pain.) after removing the IC, I noticed oil residue in the IC. I guess I should install a oil catch can. (Picked up a Greddy one.) I've looked for information and pics for a 07 with no luck. Would one of you be so kind to post a pic to help me get an idea where to run the oil lines (Hook them up.) and where to mount the can. Not a lot of room under the hood. I've asked a few guys where I should mount one and everyone of them tell me by the battery. Are you kidding me.*LOL* There is NO room near the batter for a oil catch can. they must have a early model impreza or something.
Thanks guys... it is possible to install it near the battery, just a really tight fit. I've installed on the passenger side strut tower, but only on FMIC -- I don't know if you have room or not with the stock TMIC
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The AC tube. I just took a knife and cut mine. On both my STI's...
As for power, With those mods, your looking at about 285. With a protune, you will see more.
Sell the TMIC and buy a FMIC. After that, Buy a clutch!!! and TUNE!
As for power, With those mods, your looking at about 285. With a protune, you will see more.
Sell the TMIC and buy a FMIC. After that, Buy a clutch!!! and TUNE!
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Found this on Cobbs site:
Stage 2: +50 HP and +85 lb-ft (93 octane) typical
I have no plans of upgrading the turbo anytime soon. I figured the FMIC may just be a waste with the stock turbo, so I figured a larger TMIC will be fine for what I need, but thought I would ask you guys first.
Thanks guys for the help....
Stage 2: +50 HP and +85 lb-ft (93 octane) typical
I have no plans of upgrading the turbo anytime soon. I figured the FMIC may just be a waste with the stock turbo, so I figured a larger TMIC will be fine for what I need, but thought I would ask you guys first.
Thanks guys for the help....
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Little nervous about meth. I know NOTHING about it. Is there a good link/site to lean what all it does? I did read where people use shellac (Spelling)??? Denatured alcohol,(I think thats what its called.) 50/50 mix and so on.
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theres a meth section in this thread:
FS Common Questions Link Thread - Florida Subarus
as far as the catch can, how many miles does the car have on it? I notice *barely* any oil when I take my top mount off and it usually is at least 10k miles before its taken off to do something else. Haven't needed a catch can so far and you could say the car is driven fairly hard.
FS Common Questions Link Thread - Florida Subarus
as far as the catch can, how many miles does the car have on it? I notice *barely* any oil when I take my top mount off and it usually is at least 10k miles before its taken off to do something else. Haven't needed a catch can so far and you could say the car is driven fairly hard.
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