08-19-2007, 04:39 PM
ScottyB Wrote:i guess i've already started to set some goals for what i want out of the car, since i know i'll have it for a long time. i'd like to see a slightly stiffer suspension, stiffer sway bars, another 20 horsepower, and a good wheel/tire combo. that's really it. it suits me really well as it is, and if i can compete to some extent in autocross then that's icing on the cake.Awesome decision Scotty. Those cars can be awesome on the autocross course in their class. There was just an article in GRM that took a WRX wagon and did these almost exact changes and tested them on the same autocross course and lost considerable time (of course they did strutbars instead of sways for some reason, worthless). Progress should be fun to watch.
Word of warning... the front sway bar is a craptastic install but well worth its weight in gold when you are done (Take off 8 parts to add 1 kind of thing). Have a good time with the car and for OEM parts check out SubaruGenuineParts.com. Great group with great prices, I have purchased numerous parts through them with great success. Also know a great vendor for some new front pads if you need 'em. If you have any questions that I may be able to answer, please feel free to ask. Good luck.