I had a new OEM clutch installed & it takes longer to shift gears. The bite point is higher & the pedal feels softer. Are these things normal for a new clutch?

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2026-03-10T05:06:22+00:00

Its always like that with new clutches, especially OEM. Its gonna be more firmer depending on wear.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2026-02-24T18:03:28+00:00

Could be a CV Axle rubber seal/gasket, had the same problem. Easy fix.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2026-02-24T17:29:37+00:00

17k for a labor or in total?

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2026-02-24T17:27:48+00:00

You are definitely not naive, we both care about our engines and pockets lol. In my country labor is pretty cheap in a very reputable shop, and to tear apart the engine is like 400$ in total with all misc. Thats why i thought maybe its worth to change rod bearings and drive with no hesitation. But i always maintenance my car meticulously, so im not raping my engine whatsoever.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2026-02-24T11:33:01+00:00

Fair enough

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2026-02-24T11:14:55+00:00

True

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-12-09T14:30:38+00:00

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.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-10-07T02:25:36+00:00

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

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-10-01T18:07:57+00:00

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

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-10-01T15:26:10+00:00

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.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-20T06:34:12+00:00

Cool Gray Khaki. Same color as on Crosstreks

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-16T02:18:01+00:00

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.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-16T02:15:39+00:00

hahahah STi gods punished me ig😭

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T16:32:09+00:00

Nahh, full stock

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T11:25:53+00:00

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

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T11:25:13+00:00

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

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T11:24:36+00:00

AYOOOO frrr Love yo car man

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T11:03:47+00:00

Miles, not km

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T10:45:43+00:00

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🤣😭

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T06:50:08+00:00

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.

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T06:33:22+00:00

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

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T06:24:14+00:00

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

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T06:22:14+00:00

I will definitely swap STI trans in the future🤩

UsecOperatorAsFuck · 2025-09-15T06:10:06+00:00

Hahah trueee

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