Dumb Question Thread!

[Guest]

 coolstibro said:

Hi, I was wondering if there is any difference in handling between a factory v7 Sti RA, v7 Sti Spec C and normal v7 Sti. I know the Sti Ra Spec C has the pink sti suspension but was wondering if it really had a massive advantage when compared to a normal sti.

Also was wanting to know peoples experiences when comparing the v7 Sti Ra Spec C to a normal v7 sti, are they really worlds apart in handling and power due to cams ?

Thanks

Vf30 vs vf34 too.

[hijacka]

 coolstibro said:

Hi, I was wondering if there is any difference in handling between a factory v7 Sti RA, v7 Sti Spec C and normal v7 Sti. I know the Sti Ra Spec C has the pink sti suspension but was wondering if it really had a massive advantage when compared to a normal sti.

Also was wanting to know peoples experiences when comparing the v7 Sti Ra Spec C to a normal v7 sti, are they really worlds apart in handling and power due to cams ?

Thanks

Depends on year..I wouldn't say they are worlds apart, the later v7 sti spec c got dccd 6 speed box which will make a great diffence in handling.. also the spec c of that year got plated rear diff, not sure about cams i've heard they are better on the later v7 spec c maybe better flowing heads aswell

[coolstibro]

Thanks for the info hijacka and evowrx

Would you really be able to tell the difference between stock Sti suspension and the Ra, Spec C sti in handling on normal roads apart from the track between the models?

[Guest]

No idea but damn i want to put the h in your username.

[coolstibro]

the reason I ask is because Ive been in a friends v7 Spec C and thought of how much of a difference this much really be from the standard v7 sti.

[coolstibro]

haha ! where would you put H ?

[hijacka]

I think overall you would tell the difference in car. Any suspension thats over 10years old is going to be questionable and doesn't 'make the car'

[GC8E2DD]

It'll have more caster in the front which will feel different for sure. Especially if you throw quick rack vs standard into the mix.

[coolstibro]

Thanks guys appreciate your info 😃

[SpecB]

What is this? I have the original part in my centre console, came like this when I bought it.

It's just above my bonnet release switch

[sobanoodle]

Automatic payment system for toll roads in Japan, obviously totally useless in New Zealand.

[Firenza]

its a card reader for the the toll roads, usually accompanied by a little plastic square on the dash by the windscreen vents

Be thankful you dont have one that asks you in Japanese to insert a card every time you turn on the car!

[SpecB]

Hahaha ok thanks - I've seen the plastic card holders, never one of these readers though. Man that would suck

I guess it isn't like a secret minidisc player... whoever remembers those lol

[boon]

 Firenza said:

its a card reader for the the toll roads, usually accompanied by a little plastic square on the dash by the windscreen vents

Be thankful you dont have one that asks you in Japanese to insert a card every time you turn on the car!

ETC cardo kudasaiiiiiiiiiii!

[Zenki]

"ETC kado o sonyu ****e kudasai".

Literal translation: "tear me out of your car or you will be given an aneurysm".

(edit: lol @ censor)

[wrx_lou]

Can i use a rev c tiptronic dash cluster in my rev a manual legacy?

[pmkhoi]

Is there a big different when I get lightweight wheel? Just found a set that cost me about 1k for it but I'm wondering is it worth or should I save money for other mods? To be specific, the difference will be around 2 ~ 2.5kg

[GC8E2DD]

Whether you notice the difference or not depends on what you use the car for. Whether you should spend a thousand dollars on some wheels or some other 'modification' depends on what that modification might be and what you are trying to achieve =]

[boyracer693]

Found a set of Tein Adjustables for a BG5 Legacy. WIll they fit a 02 GGA Wagon or will i need to change the top hats?

i've also heard you need to run camber plates to make them fit otherwise i would lose negative camber

[boon]

 boyracer693 said:

Found a set of Tein Adjustables for a BG5 Legacy. WIll they fit a 02 GGA Wagon or will i need to change the top hats?

i've also heard you need to run camber plates to make them fit otherwise i would lose negative camber

If they're the same fitment as GF8 you'll have to change the rear top hats.

Since yours is a GG you won't have camber issues as the wagon has the same track width as GC/GF8.

[hijacka]

 boyracer693 said:

Found a set of Tein Adjustables for a BG5 Legacy. WIll they fit a 02 GGA Wagon or will i need to change the top hats?

i've also heard you need to run camber plates to make them fit otherwise i would lose negative camber

bg5 brake line mounts via c clip and your bolt on to the strut so theres one obvious difference and if they aren't ride height adjustable then chances are your car won't sit right on the road.. Secondhand shocks market is a dodgy one imo,

[wrx_lou]

 wrx_lou said:

Can i use a rev c tiptronic dash cluster in my rev a manual legacy?

Anyone?

[B4 I was 250T]

My tacho needle doesn't seem to go up under load and can be really slow to drop when off gas too. I think it's my clutch on the way out but can anyone offer any other reasons why this might be happening? Car is 99 B4 Legacy

[boyracer693]

 boon said:

If they're the same fitment as GF8 you'll have to change the rear top hats.

Since yours is a GG you won't have camber issues as the wagon has the same track width as GC/GF8.

So really all i would have to do is change the rear top hats and im good? Says that they are for a GF8 & a GC8 but to me that sounds confusing due to the fact that the wagon and sedan have different suspension properties

[boyracer693]

 hijacka said:

bg5 brake line mounts via c clip and your bolt on to the strut so theres one obvious difference and if they aren't ride height adjustable then chances are your car won't sit right on the road.. Secondhand shocks market is a dodgy one imo,

They most definitely are ride height adjustable. Is there a way to attach the brake lines without a C clamp if i do decide to grab these?