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Old 2003-05-08, 09:17 PM   #1
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So what did every one think getting back in there cars and did it feel as good as having rims or better?
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Old 2003-05-08, 09:18 PM   #2
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My felt slow and wobbly.
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HAHA, I really enjoyed it, it feels very controlled. My only concern for my application, is that my 225 tires will rub on the wagon if I drop it. Its iffy, I can't seem to find a definate answer. Maybe I'll have three of you sit in the back and I'll drive around and see if it rubs, before I put on coils...???
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I was surprised at the lack of harshness of the coil-overs. It's just about as bad as my car, and I've just got some bushings and 18"s. The nonexistant roll and dive was very nice.

Definately an option for me to consider!
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I think the end links helped alot you will get way more turn in. Did you do the rear stut bar yet and if not you should I hear the rear of the wagon's are real sloppy.
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I think the end links helped alot you will get way more turn in. Did you do the rear stut bar yet and if not you should I hear the rear of the wagon's are real sloppy.
No I haven't yet. I am going with all Cusco in one big package. I should have it all in about 3 weeks.
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Sloppy like a...er ...never mind..

You're right, a strut brace is essential, I do have a sway bar, but i need new endlinks too. Which ones work best with the Cusco bar? anyone know?
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Sloppy like a...er ...never mind..

You're right, a strut brace is essential, I do have a sway bar, but i need new endlinks too. Which ones work best with the Cusco bar? anyone know?
I know Perrin endlinks are awsome.
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Yeah, I think thats the best way to go...$$$
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Well I am glad every one liked them if all you guys got together I bet I could get a screamin deal. Since I am sponserd buy Vivid (getting phat deals on everything) I know I can get better deals if we were to buy in groups.
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Go Perrin very very nice there produts are very nice.
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Evan, could you order me perrins from vivid, and get a deal? That would be super sweet. I'll run a sticker if it helps...
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And howa bout a ZeroSports Radiator Shroud?
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Someone on Nasioc was having a Group buy on shrowds, I can't remember which brand, but it was a good deal...
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Someone on Nasioc was having a Group buy on shrowds, I can't remember which brand, but it was a good deal...
I know. I was going to do it too, but if Evan can get a ZeroSports, that would be tight. Its normally 119.00$ :shock:


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I can get what ever just let me know I will call make shure they have it in stock if not things are fast now. I talk to the right people and they know who I am now so they get my stuff takin care of fast.
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Nice, I'll let you know very soon...
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I think I might get one to I might get a carbon fiber one mmmm carbon fiber droooooool.
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Old 2003-05-08, 09:58 PM   #19
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So did it feal as good as just driving on some 17- 18inch wheels?
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Once you get your rims you are going to have awesome stearing response, I think right now you have so much response via the coil-overs that it almost feels like you have 17in wheels and low pro tires, I must say the rim change is a really! big difference. :shock: . Man, evan those really rock,, nice job, at least you have some people that can appreciate the time and $money$ you put into your car. AND I think I would be down for a group buy on Perrin endlinks! cause I will be getting a rear sway in a few months anyways.

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Word thanks for the good response thats what I was looking for. Let me know when you want to get some end links.
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Hell yeah, I loved the way you car handles, I think coils are in my future.

Anyway, Can you go ahead and order me up some perrin endlinks for my rear swaybar. I can pay you anytime. I would really appreciate it.

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Do you want to wait till Tyson wants his it Might be cheaper if not I will place a small order.
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I was checking out Gruppe-s and noticed there was a coil-over set specifically for the Wagon. And its only 900.00$!!! They are called the TEIN Wagon coil-overs.

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*1-way Height Adjustment

GGB: (Front: -20~-55mm; Rear: -5~-40mm)
Recommended: (Front: -40mm; Rear: -25mm)

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GGB: (Front: 5kgf/mm; Rear: 3kgf/mm)

*Does not include upper mounts
Is this a good deal? Or is this for a differnet type of wagon and not the WRX? Whats GGB?

http://www.gruppe-s.com/Subaru/subsus.htm
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I was checking out Gruppe-s and noticed there was a coil-over set specifically for the Wagon. And its only 900.00$!!! They are called the TEIN Wagon coil-overs.

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Tein Wagon Coilovers

*1-way Height Adjustment

GGB: (Front: -20~-55mm; Rear: -5~-40mm)
Recommended: (Front: -40mm; Rear: -25mm)

*Spring Rates:

GGB: (Front: 5kgf/mm; Rear: 3kgf/mm)

*Does not include upper mounts
Is this a good deal? Or is this for a differnet type of wagon and not the WRX? Whats GGB?

http://www.gruppe-s.com/Subaru/subsus.htm
Talk to Matt... he was looking at these.
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