rony Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 Don't sweat it, Codean has a history of coming off a little abrasive on this website. Lol, you should hear him in person... I trust him more than others here, but then again, I'm not going to be convinced until someone pulls it apart and compares it to one from an STI. My Car vBGarage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codean Posted December 13, 2006 Share Posted December 13, 2006 Nothing I said was abrasive in any way. We were asked where we got our info from and I simply gave it. And if I am being abrasive please forgive me. This forum is like being time warped back 5 years to when the wrx first came out. It's very frustrating to see the same questions asked over and over when they have been covered countless times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 << that is awesome. i want one more gear asap. Don't forget, the Spec has taller tires/wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darcas Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 Im banking on that Subaru has never put out a 6spd without a R180 accompanying it. So, i've decided i will call someone that is local that has a new Spec B and go figure this out for myself. I did call some ppl at Subaru, but nothing is always just an easy yes or no. _billy Codean already answered it, his spec B 6 gear does not have a 180 ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS22b Posted December 14, 2006 Author Share Posted December 14, 2006 Nothing I said was abrasive in any way. We were asked where we got our info from and I simply gave it. And if I am being abrasive please forgive me. This forum is like being time warped back 5 years to when the wrx first came out. It's very frustrating to see the same questions asked over and over when they have been covered countless times. believe me im feeling the same way as you on here. Im not quite a new guy on this stuff at all. i've been stripping Subarus since 2001 and rebuilding them in any way i come up with in my head, and of course can afford as well. I have done just about every swap known to the Subaru world. Sorry havent ventured into the 6cyl realm yet, but its pretty much the same thing with 2 more cyl. and more money. EJ22 EJ22T EJ25 EJ205 EJ255 EJ257 EJ20g EJ207 trannys: usdm sti jdm sti jdm ver. 6 RA jdm ver. 4 wrx auto - manual I dont think that this question has been asked before bc it seems that most ppl that replied to this thread didnt even know what a R160 or R180 were. if it was asked before im sorry i didnt decide to use a crappy search method which never turns up what you want. I have my info and i know it is 100% accurate at this point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codean Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 yep, you are right... I started to second guess myself and went for another look... I came back out from under my car feeling very stupid. Not sure how I made the mistake the first time. I was wrong.... it is an R180. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darcas Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 yep, you are right... I started to second guess myself and went for another look... I came back out from under my car feeling very stupid. Not sure how I made the mistake the first time. I was wrong.... it is an R180. I stood up for you....took a bullett.....go back under the car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codean Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 I know, I know... I guess I've been spending too much time working on BMW's and not enough under the hood of my own car. Trust me, I feel really dumb on this one. But I admit that I was wrong but I'm glad that I am. R160's have too small of a ring gear to reliably hold a good amount of power. I have seen quite a few of them blow out on cars that have had a 6 speed swap done because it is the next weak link in the drivetrain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codean Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 I dont think that this question has been asked before bc it seems that most ppl that replied to this thread didnt even know what a R160 or R180 were. Actually my first thread on this forum asked this very same question: Does the 2007 spec B have an R180?… It received no responses. I asked this question before I bought my spec B… not that it makes a difference cause I still mistook it for an R160. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darcas Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 I know, I know... I guess I've been spending too much time working on BMW's and not enough under the hood of my own car. Trust me, I feel really dumb on this one. But I admit that I was wrong but I'm glad that I am. R160's have too small of a ring gear to reliably hold a good amount of power. I have seen quite a few of them blow out on cars that have had a 6 speed swap done because it is the next weak link in the drivetrain. I know there are threads about 5eat power levels but what do feel it can handle for power (reliably) and is it the same tranny as the Titan ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vimy101 Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 There is only one story on this board that I am aware of regarding damaged LGT tranny/drivetrain and that was driver error when a member jammed a shift into 2nd during an officially timed drag race. BTW FYI FWIW 06 Spec.B with 215/50/17 (winter set up) 2800 rpm @ 70 mph indicated, 3250 @ 80 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codean Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 Next question, if it has a R180, what will it take to put in a DCCD? Too lazy to search To answer this guy's question... You would need a new trans with DCCD, new rear diff to match the transmissions different final drive, all the wiring, the switch, yaw sensor and perhaps a few more things. so in other words... it would take a lot to put in a DCCD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2006Specb122 Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 300 RPM.... probably makes a small difference in gas mileage but then again so does towing an extra 100 pounds. LIGTHER the better in my opinion. NOT WORTH THE EXTRA MONEY IMO. Let's examine the new spec b: 1. The new Spec B drops 7 horsepower when compared to the 06. 2. The new spec B gains 100 pounds of pure fat. 3. The new spec b has a 6 speed manual transmission so you have to change gears more often and you have to pull the lock out tab when going into reverse. 4. The other options like memory seats, aux in, and folding rear seats require more parts and will also weigh more. 5. The new paint color is less aerodynamic. When compared to my 2006 Stage 2 Spec b setup I would probably be almost a full 2 seconds faster in the 1/4 mile and a good 1.5 seconds faster 0-60. Can't wait for the Road n Track and Car-Driver tests on the new spec b. We'll see how they compare to the incredible numbers the 06 put up stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilh Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 1. The new Spec B drops 7 horsepower when compared to the 06.Are you joking? That's just a change in the measurement standards. 243 in '07 is the same as 250 for '05-06. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rallysquirrel Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 ^ For the amount of posts I'd be surprised if he WASN"T joking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fweasel Posted December 14, 2006 Share Posted December 14, 2006 1. The new Spec B drops 7 horsepower when compared to the 06. Bwah ha ah ha ha ha ha. no sir. ignore him, he'll go away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrescoGT Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 believe me im feeling the same way as you on here. Im not quite a new guy on this stuff at all. i've been stripping Subarus since 2001 and rebuilding them in any way i come up with in my head, and of course can afford as well. I have done just about every swap known to the Subaru world. he's right about that, people. :lol: very interesting dinner table conversations at least a few times a month. Hi Birry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS22b Posted December 15, 2006 Author Share Posted December 15, 2006 Gunshow!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2006Specb122 Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 ^ For the amount of posts I'd be surprised if he WASN"T joking. I was just trying to get a reaction out of someone. Rally Squirrel... I won't take it personal that you thought I WASN'T Joking. I've been around here for a while and was just having some fun for the new spec b owners. Hey Rally- How are you enjoying the new Spec? Drive different than your 05 subaru? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rallysquirrel Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 SpecB122, I said you were joking. I said I'd be SURPRISED if YOU WERE NOT joking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2006Specb122 Posted December 15, 2006 Share Posted December 15, 2006 SpecB122, I said you were joking. I said I'd be SURPRISED if YOU WERE NOT joking. :lol: OK OK... I didn't read your post right... you got my back...thanks... Any stock 07 spec b want to race 1/4 track for pinks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lgttunerIIs Posted December 16, 2006 Share Posted December 16, 2006 Does anyone know if the Helical LSD from the Sti will fit the front of a 2007 SpecB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS22b Posted December 18, 2006 Author Share Posted December 18, 2006 prob would. Most differentials are based on tranny case and not specific gearing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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