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His style is annoying, (mannerisms aside) the thing to remember is that he is making the videos for his HP Academy website, which is the for the purpose of teaching less knowledgable people stuff about how to make fast cars... so he provides a lot of context around his questions so as to not lose his intended audience. Possibly it would be better to edit in the extra context and not annoy and waste the time of the person he his interviewing. In some of his videos he both asks questions and answers them at the same time, and leaves the poor person he is interviewing with nothing useful to add. That car though, F***en amazing... and Andy Forrest is one clued up cookie.

Almost 10 years later, I'm hunting the internet high and low for DAYS trying to find a BH5A twin turbo pinout to diagnose a no start... and google leads me right here! Thank F*** I uploaded these, cause 3 or 4 computers later, they are gone from my hard drive! Anyone have the complete A-C rev BH5 turbo service manual? I can only find D-rev AUDM complete, or A rev USDM N/A... Anyway, I've re-archived these on my google drive, I ought to make a public drive for posterity.

As a side note, you're likely to be closer to 2000kg towing weight, unless you're planning to do some radical weight reduction to your ST. Anything you get that will tow that nicely is going to suck balls as a daily; it's a simple question of mass. The correct answer to your question is an Isuzu D-Max or Holden Colorado from before they shrank the motor.

If you think ute tax is bad, go have a look at the true kings of the tow-wagons, Nissan Patrol and Toyota Landcruiser VX (Both the turbodiesel variants). Paying 15k+ for a 20 year old vehicle with 300000kms, no thanks. Though I do love the Landy.

The thing is that you get the UTE tax back when you sell..It's not like you are throwing money away..

Hey guys, So thought I would ask this from people who Know NZ a lot better then I do, Later this year the ST will prob go full track car and I'll need something to tow it up and down the country, as well as something good I can use for a daily. Originally I was thinking a Ford Territory as they as cheap, will easily do up to 300k+ km with little issues and thought It ticked all the boxes, but only place that it sucks is it gets god-awful fuel economy even when not towing, So open to suggestions, only have 3 things I'm looking for Crusie Control Decent Fuel when not Towing able to tow 1.5T without straining or holding up everyone's day. So not looking to buy, but what would you guys suggest?

https://www.subaru.co.jp/press/news-en/2018_01_10_5294/ Exhibition Outline of Tokyo Auto Salon 2018 (12thJan2018) “Subaru VIZIV Performance STI Concept” and “STI Performance” models showcase STI’s expertise on enhancing driving performance. Tokyo, January 10, 2018 – Subaru Corporation, together with Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI)*1, announced its exhibition at the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon 2018, which will be held January 12th to 14th, 2018 at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba prefecture. At the Subaru booth will be “Subaru VIZIV Performance STI Concept” *2 which embodies the brand’s vision for the future of making cars that deliver Enjoyment and Peace of Mind to its customers. “Subaru Levorg STI Sport -STI Performance-” and “Subaru BRZ STI Sport -STI Performance-” equipped with STI performance parts will also be shown. As for racing cars, the “WRX STI NBR Challenge 2016” for 24 Hours Nürburgring endurance race and the “Subaru BRZ GT300 2017” for Super GT race will be exhibited. Events in the Subaru booth will be broadcasted live on https://www.youtube.com/user/SUBARUOnTube. *1: STI: Located in Mitaka, Tokyo, the company manages motorsport activities of Subaru. *2: VIZIV is a coined word originating from the phrase “Vision for Innovation.” Subaru VIZIV Performance STI Concept <List of Exhibits> 1 Subaru VIZIV Performance STI Concept Show model 2 Subaru Levorg STI Sport -STI Performance- Reference exhibit 3 Subaru BRZ STI Sport -STI Performance- Reference exhibit 4 Subaru BRZ GT300 2017 Race model 5 Subaru WRX STI NBR Challenge 2016 Race model 6 Subaru Legacy RS 1993 New Zealand Rally Race model 7 Subaru Impreza 555 1996 San Remo Rally Race model 8 S208 Reference exhibit <Major exhibits> ◆ Subaru VIZIV Performance STI Concept Based on the Subaru VIZIV Performance Concept*3 exhibited at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show 2017, STI showcases its expertise on enhancing driving performance by developing exclusive exterior parts. The front bumper, side sill spoiler and trunk spoiler evoke STI model’s superior aerodynamic performance. *3: The model expresses the enjoyment of driving by adopting a sports sedan style based on Subaru’s shared design philosophy of “DYNAMIC x SOLID”, while realizing its future vision for safety with advanced driver-assist technology, centered on Subaru’s original EyeSight driver-assist system. ◆ Subaru Levorg STI Sport -STI Performance- / Subaru BRZ STI Sport -STI Performance- By using expertise developed in STI’s motorsport activities, the two “STI Performance” models employ STI’s unique flexible parts such as a tower bar, delivering superb ride quality, stability and exhilarating handling performance.

Thats more like it!

I do love me a Range Rover sport

Hey mate, I know you mentioned that you didn't want a ute but you can pick up a relatively tidy hilux 3.0l DT which is what we use for towing. however My mate uses a outlander for towing his car around, we have an outlander with no tow bar as a daily for the Mrs and its awesome to drive? Or stick with a falcon or commodore you cant kill them and they are not that bad on gas day to day if you don't have a heavy foot.

That is true. I'm sure I can find some work around for a cert, or just drive without one until my WOF is due haha. It seems like they're an extremely good deal at 599, but yeah best to check with someone else is they fit. The company website that also sells them seems to only have models for Impreza then WRX STI, no standard WRX. so from what i've read on this forum, WRX must fall under the same category in suspension at Impreza as WRX stuff fits in regular ol' Imprezas.

FIGHT! yeah nah wasnt for me either

It's Andre Simon, the Tuner, he's better at making cars go really fast ex STM Wellington & now Tony Quin's "Head chef" down at their Cromwell Facility

You dare hang S*** on AU falcons?! https://www.facebook.com/aufalcons

Sorry to say this bit what a horrible looking vehicle

My suggestion would be to go to a race meeting and check out what other people are using for towing.. Ask around and go from there..

Sold the Volks that was on my car was hoping to put it on the trusty daily Honda but funds were tight. Long awaited rims and tyres have finally arrived after much wait. Fitment is on point rubs at the front but nothing a tiny bit of camber plus fender rolling won't fix.

+1 for 3.0R

Trackday would be awesome! Definitely going to be hitting up the track this year