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Started by BigPelo, June 19, 2014, 11:55:23 AM

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BigPelo

June 19, 2014, 11:55:23 AM Last Edit: June 19, 2014, 11:58:36 AM by BigPelo
Ever since I bought my SHO in 2012, I missed my STi. The sound, rough ride, light weight, manual transmission, no electronic driving aids, etc...

Couple months ago I started looking for older WRX. 2 weeks ago I caved in and got myself an 2002 WRX wagon with a complete swap to JDM STi (EJ207 v7 motor, transmission, diff, brakes, seats, cluster, wheels). Body needs work, everything else is working. Tuning mid-July with a downpipe.



This car is quite different from the SHO, low end torque is non-existent but engine revs up to 8000rpm, it's a manual 6sp, steering is heavy, confort and options are limited: a/c, cruise control and tape cassette player. It completely satisfys my car needs.
Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

SHOdded

#1
June 19, 2014, 12:19:49 PM
This bug lives :D  Looking forward to your build & time slips.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

BigPelo

#2
June 19, 2014, 12:37:27 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on June 19, 2014, 12:19:49 PM
This bug lives :D  Looking forward to your build & time slips.

The bug is strong within this young Padawan
Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

panther427

#3
June 19, 2014, 04:07:56 PM
Very nice find.
2013 SHO

FoMoCoSHO

#4
June 19, 2014, 06:27:50 PM
Jeez, I'm getting old, lol!

The thought of getting out of the SHO into that is, well, terrible!

However, I'd have loved it 15 years ago.

shoman04

#5
June 19, 2014, 07:07:27 PM
Quote from: BigPelo on June 19, 2014, 12:37:27 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on June 19, 2014, 12:19:49 PM
This bug lives :D  Looking forward to your build & time slips.

The bug is strong within this young Padawan
The Master "Jedi of Speed" is Steve142857 but we are away looking for new Padawans!!!!!LOL
2011 KONA BLU SHO,Livernois Tune,AIRAID CAI,DYNOMAX MUFFLEs,Newest member of the 12sec CLUB 12.669sec @ 107mph    2011 Ford Taurus SHO: 12.669 @ 105.050 MPH NEW FOR 2013LMS down-pipe,Magnaflow X-pipe,and Custom 2.5"exhaust pipe!! Meth and stage 5 next to be install!!!!!! METH DYNO TUNE today 405AWHP!!!WOW LMS track day 12.4209sec   :mike1:

BigPelo

#6
June 19, 2014, 07:10:50 PM
Quote from: shoman04 on June 19, 2014, 07:07:27 PM
Quote from: BigPelo on June 19, 2014, 12:37:27 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on June 19, 2014, 12:19:49 PM
This bug lives :D  Looking forward to your build & time slips.

The bug is strong within this young Padawan
The Master "Jedi of Speed" is Steve142857 but we are away looking for new Padawans!!!!!LOL
Funny, me and Steve live 40 miles away from each other.
Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

shoman04

#7
June 19, 2014, 10:25:51 PM
Quote from: BigPelo on June 19, 2014, 07:10:50 PM
Quote from: shoman04 on June 19, 2014, 07:07:27 PM
Quote from: BigPelo on June 19, 2014, 12:37:27 PM
Quote from: SHOdded on June 19, 2014, 12:19:49 PM
This bug lives :D  Looking forward to your build & time slips.

The bug is strong within this young Padawan
The Master "Jedi of Speed" is Steve142857 but we are away looking for new Padawans!!!!!LOL
Funny, me and Steve live 40 miles away from each other.
He knows the technical thing to make you and your car faster if you lesson to him.
2011 KONA BLU SHO,Livernois Tune,AIRAID CAI,DYNOMAX MUFFLEs,Newest member of the 12sec CLUB 12.669sec @ 107mph    2011 Ford Taurus SHO: 12.669 @ 105.050 MPH NEW FOR 2013LMS down-pipe,Magnaflow X-pipe,and Custom 2.5"exhaust pipe!! Meth and stage 5 next to be install!!!!!! METH DYNO TUNE today 405AWHP!!!WOW LMS track day 12.4209sec   :mike1:

Josephm

#8
June 20, 2014, 12:45:04 AM
How much did you pay? Miles?
12' Flex EB
Unleashed X4
3rd Cat delete

BigPelo

#9
June 20, 2014, 06:23:49 AM
7k$ and 72k engine, 180k body
Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

BigPelo

#10
July 10, 2014, 05:27:48 PM
Road tune is done. Car is quieter, runs smoother, much better low and mid range torque for streetability (if it's a word?) and pulls strong to 7k+ rpm. Now I am going to the track with my bro-in-law and both my cars to see which one's the fastest, July 23th.
Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

SHOdded

#11
July 10, 2014, 06:15:18 PM
Post some vids & slips!
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

BigPelo

#12
July 24, 2014, 08:58:15 PM
So the Rex did one pass at the track last night. 13.2@104
Only one pass because the clutch is now stuck close... You got to pay to play I guess.
Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

BigPelo

#13
March 20, 2015, 01:39:28 PM
New snail for the Rex



Lots of parts awaiting to be installed this spring for both my cars. Stupid weather is holding me back :

Week-end family transporter: 2013 SHO tuxedo black, performance package, unleashed custom 94 octane tune, K&N Typhoon intake, 170F thermostat, 3 bar MAP sensor, SP534 spark plugs, 5000K HID Morimoto mini D2S projectors retrofit, tinted windows, Full LED lighting in and out, Eibach springs
Daily beater: 2002 WRX wagon swap JDM STi v7 20G'd

SHOdded

#14
March 20, 2015, 01:51:04 PM
specs on the new snail?  weather's been a thrill a minute, supposed to be sunny and decently warm tomorrow, hoping today's frozen mix was a parting shot.
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!
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