Sarang

So did you get a protune for stage 2? I did notice that on my setup (not super different from yours) that the cobb ots stage 2 was very noticeably worse than the stage 1. Slower response, weaker pull, that sort of thing.

Those are some bold aesthetic choices. Also, isn't our scoop restricting such a large tmic? For "600hp range" I would think a fmic would be well justified.

 

Isn't there an airbag under those gauges?

 

This just doesn't look terribly well thought out.

The 15+ WRX uses a different style (and shape) MAF. What are you planning to do about that? Speed Density?

If you could demonstrate that the older dp works and the newer one doesn't, that would probably count for a lot.

 

I'm in a similar boat as far as not having tons of cash to drop on re tunes. I like the sound of my catback but now the car over boosts on occasion and I just don't want to pay to tune it out.

If I may offer some devil's advocate thoughts:

 

-The squeaky wheel gets the grease. If you want to get a response from Nameless, getting multiple people to contact them will be worth more than a few who choose to be loud or obnoxious. (I'm not saying you are being that way, just that numbers mean more.)

-If you want Nameless to offer a solution at their expense you must take away the possibility that they could argue (reasonably) that the issue does not really exist, or is an installation problem. I think you need logs from multiple people that say that over boosting is unavoidable in its current configuration. Opinions from multiple tuners would be worth even more. Logs of over boosting on 0 WGDC maps would be ideal.

 

Just my thoughts

Yeah you do have a strong case for a full refund return if it doesn't work out.

This kinda makes it look like there are two cats in the J pipe, one before the O2 sensor and one after:

http://parts.camelbacksubaru.com/a/Subaru_2010_Legacy25L-TURBO-6MT-4WDGT-Limited-Sedan/_54102_6021266/AIR-DUCT-EXHAUST-10MY-12MY/B14-073-02.html

 

And this shows the correct path of our factory exhaust:

 

http://parts.camelbacksubaru.com/a/Subaru_2010_Legacy25L-TURBO-6MT-4WDGT-Limited-Sedan/_54102_6024320/EXHAUST-EXHAUST--MUFFLER-10MY-10MY/B14-440-03.html

 

I would call them out on their diagram not matching the OEM's or the layout of your vehicle. That's their problem, not yours.

That looks more like a '10 WRX exhaust.It seems like you could get somewhere since that doesn't even represent your car's layout.

There is no secondary cat stock. I just popped out to my garage to look at my stock pipes that are leaning against the wall. There is a cat in the J pipe, nothing in the intermediate pipe, a resonator in the mid pipe, and the cans. That's all.

I call steaming BS. Perhaps they could show you the location of this cat in the parts diagrams from Subaru.

Anyone have any updates?... I'm getting the itch to install, since it'll be running with the stock catback for now.

 

Mine is still functioning properly. With the warm weather we've been having lately heat soak is more of an all the time thing so I'm sure the ecu is pulling timing.

Same: one turn from the stiffest setting. I can hear it a little when I shift or let off the gas in boost, but it is pretty subtle. Enough that I enjoy it but my wife doesn't notice.

Brandon, does the GFB directly replace the stock BOV without an modifications?

 

Yes. Source: I have one installed.

I don't think anyone has tried the dp with a stock exhaust yet.

 

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I did as well. No creep. Target was/is 18 and I never saw higher than 18.5

Hey Brandon! I know you're happy with the '13/'14 Springs & Bilsteins combo, but do you actually think the Bilsteins will work well with '11 Springs?

Should I re-use my '11 Springs or invest in 14" Springs?

Or even go for Eibach's? (although I read about a camber issue somewhere)

 

I'm currently on RCE's/Bilsteins and totally understand what you mean when you say punched in the head on bad roads. Wished I found this thread sooner!

 

Get the '14 springs. Do it. They're cheap.

 

My '10 springs were like driving a boat.

Restrictor pill? Could you explain some more?

 

EDIT: would this not apply to me since I have the Grimmspeed EBCS?

My KYB struts for 2013 3.6R did not seem noticeably stiffer. The springs from the 2013 3.6R are stiffer for sure; like the car should have had stock.

If you want sporty, get stiffer springs. If you want it to not handle like a life raft, the 2013 springs should be fine.

If you have the OEM catback you may want to replace the donut gasket... or not. I forgot to get a new one when I did mine and the old one did not leak so I didn't replace it.

+1 for Lathewerks!

My fiance got me the STI stainless sphere with the blue finish. It's a rather subtle classy blue; I'm so happy with it. It's the only part of my car that I semi-regularly get compliments on.

 

I think you'll end up paying at least 100$ for a good non-OEM one anyways.

The problem is there is not a lot of consistency in the installations. That isn't helping matters.

 

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True that. It's odd for me to watch the others with trouble since mine has been fine.

 

It makes sense to me that the design might flow too well, and that introducing a restriction could help to remedy overboost.

They look kinda like my Q300 tips, but with carbon fiber added on

I keep forgetting about this issue until I get in my car and the "ghetto lean" happens. Pretty sure my right side is broke. I've got a Gold Plus warranty so should I take it in and see if they can do something about it or just do this fix?

 

well it's easy to check if it's broken, and like a $5 fix to do it yourself. If the dealer does it, they'll use oem parts and those might break again. If you do it, you'll use parts that'll last forever... so your call.

That's what I was thinking. The size of the tube is much larger than the waste gate and it's pretty short. I just don't see it being the limiting factor.

Besides, isn't the turbo spun mostly off of thermal expansion? That would mean you wouldn't need a real big leak to relieve it.

Current Successful Installs - no creep, no overboost

 

Dreizehn - Nameless CBE, stock EBCS, stock non-ported turbo, 5280'

ApexoftheVortex - Invidia N1 Catback, Grimmspeed EBCS, stock non-ported turbo, sea level

 

Those with install issues...overboost

 

eckseleven - stock midpipe with AVO axlebacks, stock EBCS, stock non-ported turbo, sea level..... Notes: WDC set to 0

sm00vem00ve - Nameless CBE, Grimmspeed EBCS, ported hybrid 20G, altitude?..... Notes: upgraded WG spring

 

I will grow this list as info is filled in.

 

I have the Q300, Grimmspeed EBCS, stock turbo non-ported. Phoenix is at about 1100'

I wasn't overboosting before the catback, now I'll hit 19.5 psi sometimes. My target is 18. I'm hopeful that it can be dialed in with a re-tune since it was fine before.

I wonder if that will change the exhaust sound since it's 4-2-1 differently from the stock one.

Vehicle does have Cobb AP Stage 1 91 OTS flash by previous owner as well as 18" Rota MXR wheels. I was considering maybe playing with some plastidip and also possibly adding a front lip, nothing crazy just yet, but I am open to suggestions lol

 

Well I'll start you off easy: the best value physical mod I've done is the Perrin brass shifter bushing for around $25. It is listed as being for the 2015 WRX but it does fit our cars. Some other brands make the same thing too.