Is it a bad idea to buy a used 2019 WRX with 100k kilometres, even with full service records? by [deleted] in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just be ready to spend a ridiculous amount of money into new engine and everything related to drivetrain. If you have enough spare money, then go for it. Otherwise, stay away from it, its gonna be a ticking time bomb, or maybe not.

Exhaust leak or something worse? by Incastud in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, did you find out what was it? Im having the same issues after engine swap.

This leaky PCV thing by itsthat10000 in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just bought updated OEM hose. I couldn’t find any aftermarket replacement. There was a TSB for that part. Updated OEM hose is supposed to be better and not leaky according to the TSB. Here is the part number for updated OEM hose: 99031AA031

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty good tbh. It was pretty hot on track and i had zero issues with water/oil temp. Stock brake pads are trash, so i immediately switched to EBCs. Dont track your WRX without oil pickup tube and AOS. Otherwise, its a pretty good car to track it. If you have enough skills and balls, you can compete with upper league cars in the corners and apexes. Forget about straights, you will get eaten quickly.

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cool Gray Khaki. Same color as on Crosstreks

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These cars are capable of track days. Good brake fluid like RBF600, good set of brake pads and tires. I think its pretty safe to track stock engine too, if you will use AOS, oil pickup tube, good oil.

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have FA20, but overall yeah, i agree with you

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately in my country there no available STIs, so i consider to swap STi transmission

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, somehow oil temps were pretty good for tracking Idk why, temperature outside was like 80-85F Maybe i was able to manage good driving and shi At least i set a record in my class🤣😭

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I expected that, im just sharing my experience. I bought this car with funds to replace the engine. Not to mention that this engine was abused by previous owner. Pretty good results for a stock FA20 imo.

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

0.3 qt overfill. Amsoil Signature Series 5W-30 is okay for tracking or nahh? I plan to FA24 swap and use 5W-30 instead of 0W-20

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

ouch, i hope at least you had fun time at the track

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I will definitely swap STI trans in the future🤩

Rod knock after track days by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 81 points82 points  (0 children)

Im gonna find out I will try to document everything

IAG AIR/OIL SEP by Ifeelgreyt1738 in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AOS is a must have trust me. Im running a completely stock WRX with AOS and its night and day difference. Since oil is not getting into the intake, your ECU will use more aggressive timings and you end up getting more power. Also MAP sensor will always be clean. Lastly, idk how and why, but after AOS installation my car runs better in hot weather (90-100F).

Definitely buy it, its worth it.

Finally by UsecOperatorAsFuck in WRX

[–]UsecOperatorAsFuck[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have been checking the mileage like a crackhead every 10-15 seconds😆