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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.

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.

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.

Congrats and welcome! Looks like you have the same car I do. Do you mod? I only ask so that we can start enabling you...

I didn't have to cut off or remove any heat shields to install my dp.

Just remove the rear lower control arms. You'll probably end up having to anyways so just get them out of the way and make it easier on yourself.

I disagree on that. I replaced my stock 2010 springs and shocks with brand new ones for a 2013 3.6R recently. I would say it's like going from a gross squishy Cadillac sedan to a slightly sporty trim family sedan. I could probably go stiffer, but it's nice that I don't have to fear speed bumps.

I may have described that poorly. It started out with two threads finger-tightened, then I went at it with a socket and got the nut all the way on before it seemed tight enough. No leaks that I know of, but the bolts really seem like they should be a quarter of an inch longer. With my Q300 the bolts are plenty long... but that's without the adapter.

I don't know how it is up there, but in AZ the braking systems in commercial vehicles must be inspected on a weekly basis. This means making sure that the brakes on every wheel work. Definitely get the maintenance logs, and if they refuse to give them just mention that you'll be getting them via discovery if you have to sue.

I reused my donut gasket and did not have any issues. IIRC, I used the bolts that came with the adapter, but they were only barely long enough, like I could only get them started with 2 threads and then hope for the best.

if it wasn't totaled before it is now...

The N1 is supposedly very loud, the Q300 is supposed to be quieter. Check out this thread for lots of info and clips: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/5th-gen-exhaust-236990.html

axelback by nameless performance or megan. alternatively you can do any of the dual can catbacks for the gt/3.6r if you're willing to get a couple of hangers welded on. check this out too: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/5th-gen-exhaust-236990.html Also, you'll find a lot more info in the fifth gen section.

Nameless Performance IIRC they have a cat back and axel backs for the sixth gen.

I think he was serious. Your post added to the discussion.

If you're going to be welding on pipe anyways, why not fab the whole thing? Mufflers + Tubing has got to be cheaper. The way I see it a big part of what you'd be paying for in a pre made exhaust is that you dont have to make it. That said, I love the sound of my buddie's 09 WRX with SPT cat back, I'd like to hear it on one of our cars.

The 2008 WRX cat back is not a direct fit. I remember someone posting about having to extend the flange.

This question has been answered. They do not fit, everything is just different enough to not work. Most importantly, they use a different MAF.. a round peg into a square hole type situation. Also, our cars will not benefit from an intake until you upgrade the turbo, and maybe not even then.

So to clarify/confirm, if I found a similar product from a different manufacturer that was listed to fit the 08 WRX, it would fit my car? (for rear subframe and rear diff)

I don't know what that means but it sounds awesome...!?!?!?!?!?

Double post

This one is half the cost of the whiteline one: [ame=http://smile.amazon.com/Scion-Frs-Subaru-BRZ-08-12/dp/B00D5VXRWO/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1452486288&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=spc+lower+control+arm+brz]Amazon.com: Scion Frs, Subaru BRZ and 08-12 Subaru WRX: Automotive[/ame] don't forget that the BRZ has the same rear lca's as out cars

The fourth gear pull was only to 5Kish, we were just on an empty on ramp that was extra long because it's right at the intersection of two freeways. Does that make any sense? Basically it's almost a mile of straight two lane freeway on ramp that had no one on it. I was most happy about the 50 to 80 pulls we did in fifth and sixth since I can see myself doing those more often.

I didn't look. It was 55F ish out though