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I smashed my STi lip and wasn't lowered. Just be prepared to lose it and you won't be if you do

If we could get mu data on the Hawk pads, we might be able to run the numbers. I've been unsuccessful so far.

so, EBD is akin tp the DSC on my MINI....with stickier tires, I can put more power to the ground on acceleration before the e-nanny kicks in and retards the fun (or in the case of the brakes, pulses the piston to keep the tire moving).

that being said about EBD, why is this even an issue to discuss?? If we have a dynamic system, why are the calculations based on static data?

3,351 lbs F 58.2/41.8 R

where would a stock STi be?

Not sure about that, but my Brembo/Hawk HPS front upgrade makes my pedal much firmer and 'bites' sooner....my goals for the swap.

where does the ideal 70/30 figure come from? The full Brembo kit is not that and SOA could have spec'ed whatever they wanted. There's obviously a reason for the choices they made.

looking at the brake torque spec, it appears as if the RB 4pots have less ability than stock.

Ted - where can you get teh mu data? I checked Hawk and Cobb for mine and got nada.

like.....shh.....keep it a secret dude!!

for those interested, I just got an email coupon for http://www.rackattack.com = $20 off orders over $100. Coupon code = winter2006 and it's good through 3/10/06. Their prices are already cheap, so this helps even more.

I think Msmith would be as well....I'll drop him an email.

I'd be in as well.

great j3rb!!!

I wouldn't be worried about the Thule, but rather the Subaru rails themselves. That's the weak spot. We had a similar Thule solution (751XT) on our WRX wagon and drove from DC to Buffalo with two 13.5" Perception Kayaks on the roof (that's an 8 hour drive). The 440 is identical to the 751XT, except for the shape of the interface to the Subaru rail. The WRX had a raised rail like the OBXT, so the 440 was designed to clamp differently to accomodate the flush rails.

you don't need to mod the feet on the Thule, but rather the channel on the crossbars. There's already a channel there...just enlarge it.

no, it's about dude's vacation. Can't you read?? <wink>

Ibtm

if that is, tell him he needs to fix his roof rack. It's too far back and the trays will hit the hatch spoiler. I have a Thule rack with shortened trays and have no issues.

PM 'Opie' for those pics

CDT, Boston Acoustics, MB Quart, Focal, Dynaudio...the usual suspects with only CDT being new to the scene. The Hex series were nice, just pricey and no appreciable benefits over the Quart and Bostons I used to sell.

where they ever? I used to sell them......errr.......I used to demo them and then sell the Quarts. I still have two pairs my garage (for sale)

it's all about the tires you choose. 17-18 makes a difference, but depending on tire selection, you can minimize any downsides.

I've got 17" BBS wheels from the STi on my car for winter. I don't notice a major difference in ride over the 18's I had.