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HeadyTopper
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Ok so I have a 2005 FXT and I'm looking to mod it. I'm looking at anything such as upgrading the exhaust sound, wheels, sound system, etc. Just let me know what you recommend. If you have any pictures of any of the mods on your car, post them!

+K For helpful responses of course.


(inb4 lesbian, soccer mom, japanese, etc insults)
Jan 19 2012 2:37PM
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SkiJay.
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just go new tires today! stoked! now bring on the snow!
Dec 18 2012 1:43AM
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Shabangarang
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what you get?
Dec 18 2012 12:39PM
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SkiJay.
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i went with the pirelli p zero nero a/s in a 235/40/18.. a huge upgrade from the 225 Nexen's i had on it previously,,
Dec 18 2012 8:15PM
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Peach.
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I have not been keeping up with this thread at all.
What do you drive?
Dec 18 2012 8:48PM
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SkiJay.
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not sure ive posted it in here, but its a 02 wrx.. only difference now is it has a ski rack, orange corner lights,  and new tires

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Dec 18 2012 8:58PM
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Astomp
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^i like but I would change the hood scoop.
Dec 18 2012 9:33PM
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SkiJay.
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yea i feel you.. i want to get the sti scoop and wing.. but that comes after coilovers..
Dec 19 2012 1:43AM
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Lucas
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I just threw up in my mouth
Dec 19 2012 2:24AM
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HeadyTopper
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I have a turbo xs rfl axelback and a greddy tic midpipe for sale.

The midpipe was cut down to mate with the length of the turbo xs axelback. It is also the tapered version so it mates with the stock downpipe.
Dec 24 2012 1:29PM
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.AR6rider.
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STi scoop, STi wing, and coilovers on a stock WRX...



hahahahaha
Dec 24 2012 1:47PM
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HeadyTopper
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What point are you trying to get to?
Dec 24 2012 2:34PM
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.AR6rider.
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Rice, rice, baby.
Dec 24 2012 2:35PM
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Lucas
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#IdentityCrisis
Dec 24 2012 3:34PM
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SkiJay.
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Who said it was stock?
Dec 25 2012 2:12AM
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Astomp
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Rather then ask state the facts!
Dec 25 2012 8:56AM
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.AR6rider.
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I suppose you didn't. I just read your post wrong and thought you said the only thing it had was a ski rack and different sidemarkers. Either way...why try to make your car look like something it's not? It's like buying an Audi A4 and throwing S4/RS4 badges on it.
Dec 25 2012 11:57AM
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CrotchKiller
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dis. At least he isn't throwing sti badges on it though, i knew someone that did that. I was like.....whyyyyyyyyyyyy
Dec 25 2012 12:00PM
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SkiJay.
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im not trying to make it look like something its not.. i just prefer the look of the sti wing over the wrx wing.. in my opinion that's not rice.. you're putting a stock subaru wing on another subaru to improve the aesthetics (and somewhat performance) of the vehicle.. now if i put sti badges on it, that would be trying to make it something its not (aka rice)..
Dec 25 2012 5:36PM
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Static
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not quite the same as just throwing badges on it, some people like the way a big scoop and a big spoiler look
Dec 25 2012 5:56PM
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Shabangarang
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Any subaru drivers looking for a invidia n1 street cbe for the 08-12 wrx hatch hit me up lookin for 250$ i can post pics if needed or any one with a invidia q300 for the 09 hatch looking to trade im willing to through cash in as well. Pm me.
Dec 26 2012 8:58AM
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.AR6rider.
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If you saw a Subaru driving down the street with a big wing on the back and a big hood scoop, would you immediately think it was just a WRX with some extra parts on it? Probably not. You'd think, "oh, look, an STI. Cool." I'm sure most people would think the same thing. There's no point in denying you want your car to look like an STI to the average bystander lol.
Dec 26 2012 9:06AM
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Static
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Nah, especially not a bug eye. There's no point in denying a larger hood scoop looks more aggressive. Same with a wing and the one subaru made is probably the best aesthetically. I could see that if you put a scoop in a NA impreza, it's fronting; But even then who gives a shit really.
Dec 26 2012 9:12AM
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.AR6rider.
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Not me. I just think it's funny. It would be like buying new bumpers for a GTI and rerouting the exhaust so you can have a center exit "just because you like the look."
Dec 26 2012 9:25AM
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Shabangarang
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Well then whats your thought on a rs? But honestly i dont see the problem of people rockin a larger hood scope or the sti wing on a wrx. A buddy that comes to mind is driven a 04 rex with the wing an hood scope an hes easily pushing 350hp its all personal preference.....
Dec 26 2012 9:54AM
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*simba*
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I make this mistake literally every day.
Dec 26 2012 10:29AM
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SkiJay.
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Not necessarily, especially if it was a bugeye.. Either way, I love the aggressive look of a clean, stock sti, especially 02 03 STIs
Dec 26 2012 12:16PM
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*simba*
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You must be new here.
Dec 27 2012 11:10AM
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HeadyTopper
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This
Jan 1 2013 12:51PM
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SkiJay.
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you must be new here.. STIs have been around since 94
Jan 3 2013 12:11AM
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HeadyTopper
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Anyone know of any websites that sell minor modifications that are cool and high quality? Like cool toe hooks or lug nuts, etc..
Jan 3 2013 2:40PM
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HeadyTopper
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Now running stage 2 with 18 lbs of boost!
Jan 5 2013 9:02PM
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Trojan~Man
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bought an STI axle back today for my 98 forester stokeddd!!
Jan 7 2013 11:58PM
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Toasty.
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good wikipedia search brah... but they were only in J-pan
Jan 8 2013 12:17AM
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SkiJay.
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I knew they made STIs pre 2000 and i knew they were only in japan, but the exact year was a wiki search, lol.. but the point was that I like the look of 02-03 STIs..

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Jan 8 2013 1:24AM
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SkiJay.
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nice try, a "subaru mod" is not a car, its something you do to make your car better.. way to make your self look like a fucking tool
Jan 8 2013 1:58AM
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Joebin
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Aw look its a baby troll!
Jan 8 2013 2:09AM
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SkiJay.
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haha ha ha
Jan 8 2013 2:15AM
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HeadyTopper
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May I ask what you drive? What do you define as a normal car?
Jan 8 2013 9:12PM
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Astomp
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Not much of a mod but I did install my red Hella Supertones today. And to tell the truth I love the sound and the look.
Jan 12 2013 3:02PM
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*simba*
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So... you like the look of bugeyes with STi wings? There's close to no difference in looks between a bugeye WRX and JDM bugeye STi.
Jan 12 2013 3:08PM
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Shabangarang
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hell ya man you create your own harness or by one? i love mine i want two more lol
Jan 12 2013 4:43PM
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Randy_Quench
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my thoughts exactly.
but I will agree in that bugeye sti/old Rsti's are the best looking sti's. newer ones are bleh.
Jan 12 2013 4:49PM
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Moosen
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false. With a tune for the air/fuel mixture they do help in performacne and fuel economy. On NA cars they dont do shit.
Jan 12 2013 5:26PM
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Astomp
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Bought the harness. I'm not very electrically savvy. They make the front end look mean.
Jan 13 2013 8:12AM
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HeadyTopper
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Just swapped to a Grimmspeed EBC and I'm at about 18-19 lbs!
Jan 13 2013 4:02PM
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SkiJay.
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actually theres a few differences.. the wing, the hood scoop, grile, and headlights to name a few..

and if you want to put it that way, then ya, I do like bugeyes with sti wings.. the stock jdm ones came with them

Jan 13 2013 10:39PM
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*simba*
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Well, I'm not 100%, but I'm pretty sure you posted a picture of a bugeye with a swap, because I'm almost positive there are no LHD bugeye STi's...
Jan 13 2013 10:56PM
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SkiJay.
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hmm im not sure.. but the one on this website is LHD

http://www.autoevolution.com/image/subaru-impreza-wrx-sti-2001/26507.html

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Jan 14 2013 12:05AM
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HeadyTopper
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Ok so I just wanted to let anyone in the New England area that I recommend Wicked Innovation in West Kingston RI if anyone wants to tune/mod/etc their car. They are amazing!
Jan 14 2013 8:30PM
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.AR6rider.
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Sick bump, broski.

Jan 14 2013 8:31PM
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