Impreza RB5 Owners
Discussion
bonesX said:
Ah, not you then
THere's a nice RB5 I see knocking around here
Didn't the RB5 have similar springs to the P1 so good for 'UK roads'
RB5 is just a regular uk turbo 2000 with cosmetic changes (plus rather heavy 17" wheels) so suspension is the same, unless fitted with the optional WR inverted Bilsteins, which most weren't.THere's a nice RB5 I see knocking around here
Didn't the RB5 have similar springs to the P1 so good for 'UK roads'
Edited by Sad Weevil on Monday 31st August 10:45
My RB5 is still going strong....
I am also going for a set of BC coil-overs as although the suspension was refreshed a few years back, its starting to feel a little tired.
I recently went on the dyno and the car performed poorly due to over-fueling and generating too much heat which was pretty disappointing even if expected. I knew about the heat problem as heat soak is a major issue on a hot day stuck in traffic and wondered about the fueling which is part of the reason for the dyno which in the end showed what I expected. I'm not too concerned about this as I don't believe its *that bad* however clearly its not ideal and needs to be fully understood prior to any other changes.
The plan is then to get the car to the track and other days.
I am also going for a set of BC coil-overs as although the suspension was refreshed a few years back, its starting to feel a little tired.
I recently went on the dyno and the car performed poorly due to over-fueling and generating too much heat which was pretty disappointing even if expected. I knew about the heat problem as heat soak is a major issue on a hot day stuck in traffic and wondered about the fueling which is part of the reason for the dyno which in the end showed what I expected. I'm not too concerned about this as I don't believe its *that bad* however clearly its not ideal and needs to be fully understood prior to any other changes.
The plan is then to get the car to the track and other days.
Edited by AntiLagGC8 on Tuesday 1st September 21:28
bonesX said:
^ Have you tried a classic (or any other car for that matter) on BC's? I would highly recommend it before swapping, or at least make sure you keep the old stuff
I know what you mean bud. I've hated coil-overs on other cars. I've been out in a blob and they weren't too bad adjusted for a soft setting.
I have previously considered these, which are similar to the originals; http://www.pedders.co.uk/subaru-impreza-classic-gc...
Thanks for the advice
Suspension wise, these are on ebay at the moment:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331639298615?_trksid=p20...
You'll need to find fronts though, so patience needed. Best setup for UK roads imho. Failing that, there's these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111757183722?_trksid=p20...
Springs can be got here: http://www.scoobynet.com/group-buys-356/991887-pro...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331639298615?_trksid=p20...
You'll need to find fronts though, so patience needed. Best setup for UK roads imho. Failing that, there's these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111757183722?_trksid=p20...
Springs can be got here: http://www.scoobynet.com/group-buys-356/991887-pro...
Suspension wise, these are on ebay at the moment:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331639298615?_trksid=p20...
You'll need to find fronts though, so patience needed. Best setup for UK roads imho. Failing that, there's these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111757183722?_trksid=p20...
Springs can be got here: http://www.scoobynet.com/group-buys-356/991887-pro...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331639298615?_trksid=p20...
You'll need to find fronts though, so patience needed. Best setup for UK roads imho. Failing that, there's these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111757183722?_trksid=p20...
Springs can be got here: http://www.scoobynet.com/group-buys-356/991887-pro...
Sad Wevil, thanks very much for the info, I will give it consideration for sure.
I haven't liked coil-overs on plenty of cars I've experienced them in so I'm only about 60% sure I will take that route. I do like the fact they can be hardened for track use and softened for the road however.
I haven't liked coil-overs on plenty of cars I've experienced them in so I'm only about 60% sure I will take that route. I do like the fact they can be hardened for track use and softened for the road however.
I remember #371, I'm sure I have a picture or two of it somewhere!
As for suspension, I'd recommend the Eibachs Pro S coil overs, non adjustable but a great compromise for road use. The original P1 setup was also very good. (Never fancied BC's as they had a reputation for failing/needing rebuilds).
As for suspension, I'd recommend the Eibachs Pro S coil overs, non adjustable but a great compromise for road use. The original P1 setup was also very good. (Never fancied BC's as they had a reputation for failing/needing rebuilds).
drumsterphil said:
I remember #371, I'm sure I have a picture or two of it somewhere!
As for suspension, I'd recommend the Eibachs Pro S coil overs, non adjustable but a great compromise for road use. The original P1 setup was also very good. (Never fancied BC's as they had a reputation for failing/needing rebuilds).
Thanks Phil, I reckon I should do a bit more research based on what everyone has said prior to purchase! As for suspension, I'd recommend the Eibachs Pro S coil overs, non adjustable but a great compromise for road use. The original P1 setup was also very good. (Never fancied BC's as they had a reputation for failing/needing rebuilds).
AntiLagGC8 said:
Matty, if you don't mind me asking, what is the electronic display on top of your centre console?
Thanks!
That's a SECS monitor - plugged into the ODB port and displayed boost etc Very hard to find now but a decent piece of kit.Thanks!
No worries on suspension stuff - I had the Eibachs coilovers fitted to both the RB5 and 22B and they worked very well as a road setup.
As Phil said its a s.e.c.s monitor used to read all the data from the standard ecu great for peak readings but a bit hard to see on the go that's why I had the defi's aswel although looking back now it was probably a bit overkill.
Today's alternative would probably be a toucan but sadly these only work with a aftermarket ecu.
Today's alternative would probably be a toucan but sadly these only work with a aftermarket ecu.
Sad Weevil said:
Suspension wise, these are on ebay at the moment:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331639298615?_trksid=p20...
You'll need to find fronts though, so patience needed. Best setup for UK roads imho. Failing that, there's these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111757183722?_trksid=p20...
Springs can be got here: http://www.scoobynet.com/group-buys-356/991887-pro...
The KYB twin tubed 'red' V5/6 STi dampers, combined with the 'P1' (sn group buy springs) are a perfect UK road solution for a classic. I have ran that set-up (still run the springs but now with Bilstein dampers) and it gives a wonderful compliant 'float' which is keeping in the true spirit of what the IMpreza was meant to be - takes all the rough stuff in its stride, comfortably.http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331639298615?_trksid=p20...
You'll need to find fronts though, so patience needed. Best setup for UK roads imho. Failing that, there's these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111757183722?_trksid=p20...
Springs can be got here: http://www.scoobynet.com/group-buys-356/991887-pro...
I see Subaru have made the latest Impreza's ('WRX STi's') etc quite hard
As for coilovers, if you are looking at occasional track work. The Eibach Pro Street do a decent job. Had those on a JDM twin scroll. Other ones are KW Clubsport, or even V3's if your budget can go
Let us know how you get on
AuralisMatty said:
As Phil said its a s.e.c.s monitor used to read all the data from the standard ecu great for peak readings but a bit hard to see on the go that's why I had the defi's aswel although looking back now it was probably a bit overkill.
Today's alternative would probably be a toucan but sadly these only work with a aftermarket ecu.
Thanks Matty.Today's alternative would probably be a toucan but sadly these only work with a aftermarket ecu.
I've been looking at a Toucan as I've got a Alcatek but I do generally prefer the integrated look to these things where possible.
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