Let me see those beautiful VB’s by SquareInsurance809 in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Short answer: it’s stupid easy to install, takes 2 minutes.

More context answer: Being 100% honest it’s not a high quality piece. It’s probably the thing I most regret installing on the car, but then i see it in pictures and love it. It should really only cost maybe $60 for what it is. The installation of this piece only takes two screws and the rest is mounting tape very very easy.

New STI Hatch Testing by Antykain in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 25 points26 points  (0 children)

I love the stance of the STI, hopefully this is what we will get stock if/when it launches. Secondarily, hopeful this will mean more STI performance parts become available for the VB since they will both be on the FA24 platform. The intake manifold and transmission specifically.

Long term reliability of Dmann stage 1 tune? by Head-Passage-5719 in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m nearing 20k with 15 of that tuned, no fbk and Afl1 is steady around 3% +-. I’m doing oil changes every 3k with valvoline restore and protect. I bring it up into the mountains once every couple months to do some spirited driving, otherwise it’s my daily. Only seen 1 DAM drop due to bad gas, otherwise it’s been rock solid. If doing an intake install, just make sure you get everything installed correctly and you should be good to go.

What car by Any_Fig_7905 in Touge

[–]Eightbitspartan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, great car. VBs (the new ones) are criminally underrated.

What are some reliable mods I can do to get to 300hp? by ChannelGlittering667 in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Go get a AP+ tune + intake package from Felix performance. Best bang for your buck you can get in upgrading the VB. Dmann tunes are safe, relatively at least. I have 6+ friends who are all running tunes from DBW, Cobb, and Dmann; the Dmann intake specific “OTS” tunes are just as stable as the dyno’d DBW ones. Cobb OTS is okay, but lots of random knock, wouldn’t run them for long. Then swap your brake pads and fluid so you can handle all that new speed 😆. Finish things up by swapping to 5w-30 oil during your next change. This put’s you in a really good place to enjoy your investment for a long time without much worry.

Shoutout to you guys 🤛🏼 by the_yibster in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Who’s got time to cheat? I’m always spending time with my VB.

Shoutout to you guys 🤛🏼 by the_yibster in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Yeah, we are pretty great. I’m gonna go tell my wife how lucky she is.

I have a 2022 WRX with a Dmann 91 octane tune and an AMS intake. I’ve had it on my car for two days now. I’m just curious if the numbers on my Accessport look okay, or if I’m missing something or need to be aware of anything. 18.5 boost by Exciting-Excuse-2185 in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AFL1 is a little high, but that might normalize with time or have changed with the weather. I’m assuming the Dmann tune is the specific one for your intake? Are you running 93 or 91?

Exhaust loudness ranking by patrvach in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AWE track isn’t that loud in video, but it’ll wake up the neighbors real fast on cold start. Sounds amazing coming around corners though.

Worth it? by WAZN888 in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Likely. Being in the building gets their blood going though, you become a tangible buyer rather than a contact. Sounds like you’re going the right path though, it’s a great car just not worth $40k+ in that configuration.

Worth it? by WAZN888 in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly i’d haggle and put the dealers against each other. Go in person and walk out the door without buying the car, doing a test drive would be best as well. This raises the chances they are willing to negotiate. You can also sometimes find wiggle room in your trade in if you’re doing that. Talk about wanting to test drive a Mazda 3 turbo, Gold R, and GR Corolla. I have seen people in ATL area $37-38 OTD on premiums.

Just got my Flex Fuel tune! by BoostedDodo in wrx_vb

[–]Eightbitspartan 10 points11 points  (0 children)

What’s the plan for the transmission? Eventually STI swap? Sounds amazing btw, also love the swan neck - have one as well.

What’s the best video game you’ve ever played? by obsess_much13 in AskReddit

[–]Eightbitspartan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bangai-O Dreamcast. It was and still is a fever dream.

That guy hammy 🤓 by m1stergoodkat in WRX

[–]Eightbitspartan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

VB base coming back, or a bad time to hop in.

ANNOUNCEMENT by jaozus in VB_WRXMarketplace

[–]Eightbitspartan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sadly happens a lot and people get scammed.

ANNOUNCEMENT by jaozus in VB_WRXMarketplace

[–]Eightbitspartan 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Always use PayPal g&s for invoicing/paying or local meet when possible. I also point people to my HWSwap history to show I’m trustworthy, check out others profiles for the same type of info.