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From: Orlando, Fl
Originally posted by Master Of Pain
Look at my sig. They are heroic launchers from a dig, and they have a varible AWD system (DCCD) unlike the regular WRX, so the driver can make the drive system bias more torque to the rear wheels. I can tell you that stock, with a disciplined driver they can be launched @ 5K to net a 1.60 60' time, and trap in the 1/4 mile at 104 for a 12.9, as I have done. Note the trap speed - the stock Cobra is much higher, at 107 mph.
They can embarrass you on the street in traction limited situations between stoplights - so watch out. I was crusing around the other night in the L and was bitchslapped by one of my own Subie bro's.
The roll on at speeds are OK, but LS-1's and even stock GT Mustangs can hang easy and pull. AWD is a parasite on top end speeds.
The shifter is too long and a little sloppy, IMO. Kartboy makes a short throw/hard bushing kit that transforms the shifter into Ferrari-esque smoothness and firmness.
Another thing - the STi will eat asses alive in the tight stuff - period. The suspension system and handling on these cars are stunning and exceptional.
To get a 10 second car, you will need a $10,000.00 investment + moderate dyno time. The HP ROI is not good at ALL vs. a Lightning or Cobra.
Look at my sig. They are heroic launchers from a dig, and they have a varible AWD system (DCCD) unlike the regular WRX, so the driver can make the drive system bias more torque to the rear wheels. I can tell you that stock, with a disciplined driver they can be launched @ 5K to net a 1.60 60' time, and trap in the 1/4 mile at 104 for a 12.9, as I have done. Note the trap speed - the stock Cobra is much higher, at 107 mph.
They can embarrass you on the street in traction limited situations between stoplights - so watch out. I was crusing around the other night in the L and was bitchslapped by one of my own Subie bro's.
The roll on at speeds are OK, but LS-1's and even stock GT Mustangs can hang easy and pull. AWD is a parasite on top end speeds.
The shifter is too long and a little sloppy, IMO. Kartboy makes a short throw/hard bushing kit that transforms the shifter into Ferrari-esque smoothness and firmness.
Another thing - the STi will eat asses alive in the tight stuff - period. The suspension system and handling on these cars are stunning and exceptional.
To get a 10 second car, you will need a $10,000.00 investment + moderate dyno time. The HP ROI is not good at ALL vs. a Lightning or Cobra.
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From: Buford, GA
One of our good friends has one. Last weekend were going down the interstate and I see a bike dip in the far left h.o.v lane. Not paying attention, I realize my buddy, who has two other passengers takes off after the street bike. I get off the exit and the sti is in front of the bike on the off ramp. My buddy in my truck hits the driver of the sti up on his nextel and asks if he raced the bike and the sti driver confirms that he beat him! My friend looks at the guy on the bike and says "That guy... Said his car... Was faster than your bike" the guy on the bike shook his head up and down in agreement
. It was an older 600 and the guy obviously sucked on the bike, but still hilarious...
. It was an older 600 and the guy obviously sucked on the bike, but still hilarious...
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From: California
The difference between the stock WRX and the STI is a big difference.
Stock is 227hp and 215lbs of tq they come with a 5spd transmission and with a few mods can have about 227 to the wheels.
The STI has a huge hood scoop and large rear wing also can tell my the brake calipers which are Brembo's on the STI. They have 300hp and 300 ft lbs of tq and are a handful for most anything on the street with just a few mods. They are a 6spd short gear'd tranny.
Stock is 227hp and 215lbs of tq they come with a 5spd transmission and with a few mods can have about 227 to the wheels.
The STI has a huge hood scoop and large rear wing also can tell my the brake calipers which are Brembo's on the STI. They have 300hp and 300 ft lbs of tq and are a handful for most anything on the street with just a few mods. They are a 6spd short gear'd tranny.
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The difference between the stock WRX and the STI is a big difference.
Stock is 227hp and 215lbs of tq they come with a 5spd transmission and with a few mods can have about 227 to the wheels.
The STI has a huge hood scoop and large rear wing also can tell my the brake calipers which are Brembo's on the STI. They have 300hp and 300 ft lbs of tq and are a handful for most anything on the street with just a few mods. They are a 6spd short gear'd tranny.
Stock is 227hp and 215lbs of tq they come with a 5spd transmission and with a few mods can have about 227 to the wheels.
The STI has a huge hood scoop and large rear wing also can tell my the brake calipers which are Brembo's on the STI. They have 300hp and 300 ft lbs of tq and are a handful for most anything on the street with just a few mods. They are a 6spd short gear'd tranny.
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From: Anchorage, Alaska
There are a ton of those WRXs running around town. I did not know that they were so quick. I have not raced one, but I guess that I will have to take a closer look at them before I decide that it will be an easy kill.
I think they are so popular (along with the Silverado SS), atleast here in Alaska anyway, is because you can get a performance vehicle that you can drive year round due to the AWD. Now, me on the other hand, am stuck driving the Escape 4x4 half the year.
I think they are so popular (along with the Silverado SS), atleast here in Alaska anyway, is because you can get a performance vehicle that you can drive year round due to the AWD. Now, me on the other hand, am stuck driving the Escape 4x4 half the year.
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From: Plymouth, MI
Originally posted by Master Of Pain
I can tell you that stock, with a disciplined driver they can be launched @ 5K to net a 1.60 60' time, and trap in the 1/4 mile at 104 for a 12.9, as I have done. Note the trap speed - the stock Cobra is much higher, at 107 mph.
The roll on at speeds are OK, but LS-1's and even stock GT Mustangs can hang easy and pull.
I can tell you that stock, with a disciplined driver they can be launched @ 5K to net a 1.60 60' time, and trap in the 1/4 mile at 104 for a 12.9, as I have done. Note the trap speed - the stock Cobra is much higher, at 107 mph.
The roll on at speeds are OK, but LS-1's and even stock GT Mustangs can hang easy and pull.
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From: Portland, Oregon. USA
Here is a shot of my STi when it was new/stock. It now pulls harder than my L ever did. With minor mods (exhaust and engine management) I currently put down 308whp. Good for mid 12's no problem. Next step is a new turbo ($1500) that will have it at 425-450whp and well into the 11's. Several STi running around that run in the 10's (still very streetable). As far as top speed goes, from the factory the are governed to 155mph. At 155mph they fuel gets cut. Very easy to hit fuel cut
. With the engine management the speed limiter can be removed. I believe the fastest stock bodied STi is running in the low 180's. With the UTEC engine management we also get launch control. With the clutch in, floor the go pedal. Launch control holds the rpm at your programmed sweet spot. Also have what's called flat foot shifting. Just hold the go pedal to the floor, work the clutch and grab gears. No need to let off the throttle.Mine goes back on the dyno this Saturday to dial in some new injectors. Getting things ready for a turbo upgrade.
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From: Plymouth, MI
Originally posted by Silver-Bolt
Here is a shot of my STi when it was new/stock...
Also have what's called flat foot shifting. Just hold the go pedal to the floor, work the clutch and grab gears. No need to let off the throttle.
Here is a shot of my STi when it was new/stock...
Also have what's called flat foot shifting. Just hold the go pedal to the floor, work the clutch and grab gears. No need to let off the throttle.
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From: Plymouth, MI
Originally posted by Silver-Bolt
Very different than plain old power shifting. Computer controls the rpm's so when you hit the clutch you don't over rev. Dial in any rpm.
Very different than plain old power shifting. Computer controls the rpm's so when you hit the clutch you don't over rev. Dial in any rpm.
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From: Olympus
Nathan (a former L owner who post here often and was one of the first to own a 99 L) now has the sti. If you think they are fast on the street try one on the road course in your L. Better bring your lunch.
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kobiashi - sorry I did not respond to your post as I just got back from holidays.
Anyway this is how it went:
I line up at a light with a blue wrx with the big a$$ wing and scoop. (it was dusk) I had my windows down and so did he, I heard is old lady say something about trying to take me. After this I heard him keep bliping his throttle (i never did). The light turned green and we took off. (I launched from idle, he @ around 2000 rpm or a tad less) As I crossed the intersection the pavement has some rought patches from the cross traffic and my truck hopped a little (why i was wondering about traction bars) as the truck shifted second I squaked my tires and then some dumb *** pulled out infront of me from a side street (guess they were trying to beat the light from turning green, as you could clearly see the two of us would be comming once the light changed) anyway I hit the brakes and slowed down, when i did this I saw the wrx beside me with his nose dived, so in all it wasn't the greatest race in the world but up until around 60 or 70 kph i was clearly ahead. How much I don't know, but it was enought for me to brake first and then see him brake beside me.
BTW - it looks like all the wrx sti pics that i've seen, if i see the car again i will take a look to be sure. I also think the guy was a bit suprised as like I said he didn't launch that hard and after the other car pulled into my lane he took off quickly in his lane.
Anyway this is how it went:
I line up at a light with a blue wrx with the big a$$ wing and scoop. (it was dusk) I had my windows down and so did he, I heard is old lady say something about trying to take me. After this I heard him keep bliping his throttle (i never did). The light turned green and we took off. (I launched from idle, he @ around 2000 rpm or a tad less) As I crossed the intersection the pavement has some rought patches from the cross traffic and my truck hopped a little (why i was wondering about traction bars) as the truck shifted second I squaked my tires and then some dumb *** pulled out infront of me from a side street (guess they were trying to beat the light from turning green, as you could clearly see the two of us would be comming once the light changed) anyway I hit the brakes and slowed down, when i did this I saw the wrx beside me with his nose dived, so in all it wasn't the greatest race in the world but up until around 60 or 70 kph i was clearly ahead. How much I don't know, but it was enought for me to brake first and then see him brake beside me.
BTW - it looks like all the wrx sti pics that i've seen, if i see the car again i will take a look to be sure. I also think the guy was a bit suprised as like I said he didn't launch that hard and after the other car pulled into my lane he took off quickly in his lane.
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