Max Capacity Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 It's been a lil since I've been on this thread but I was wondering are there any benefits to using the 3port on a stock turbo? And as far as clutch upgrade what would be the closest to stock longest lasting option? I have over 70,000 miles on my Spec 2+ clutch and LWFW, it still grabs like new. I'm making 280whp/300ftlbs with a vf52, catless up/dp stock exhaust, IPR tmic and smaller boost pill running 21psi, Perrin panel filter. Car turned 145,000 miles today. http://www.tuningalliance.com is my Tuner, contact him. You can tell him I sent you. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strizzy Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 Part number please. 16102aa013 But it go for around $150-$200 at the dealer. Not worth it, IMO. My bad luck build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indytruckboy Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 i recommend meth/water injection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted October 18, 2011 Share Posted October 18, 2011 16102aa013 But it go for around $150-$200 at the dealer. Not worth it, IMO. Interesting, thank you. Seems to for an early STi (v1 & v2). I had no idea they were thus-equipped. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlubaru Posted October 19, 2011 Author Share Posted October 19, 2011 So best clutch setup would be lwfw with stage 1 or 2 clutch? what setup would give me the most bang for my buck? God created turbo lag to give V8s a chance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBlubaru Posted October 19, 2011 Author Share Posted October 19, 2011 also wouldn't meth injection be a bit overkill on a dd? God created turbo lag to give V8s a chance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 So best clutch setup would be lwfw with stage 1 or 2 clutch? what setup would give me the most bang for my buck? I'm pretty happy with my Spec 2+ over 70,000 miles and still grabs great. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 also wouldn't meth injection be a bit overkill on a dd? If you are using a VF-52 or 16G type turbo and only shooting for 300whp, yes. I guess if you were trying to wring that out of the VF-40 you'd need all the help you can get. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I'd stay away from a LWFW (due to drivetrain lash noise and potential for CELs) and go with an06+ WRX SMFW and something like an ACT or Exedy HD street clutch. You'll sacrifice smooth engagement and gain some noise and likely chatter, but you'll not be worrying about whether the stock DMFW setup will hold the power. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSpeed Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I agree to stay away from a lightweight flywheel, for some reason they cause a fair amount of chatter in the LGT. I had them in other cars and they didn't, but my car takes a lot of finesse to drive with one. Overall I don't see a lot of benefit from LWFW, they are less rotating mass when the clutch is in and it revs somewhat faster, but out the wheels and driveshaft are your rotating mass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brooklyngenius Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I run ACT HDSS clutch and its been great. Im at over 400whp too. Flywheel is pretty much a no no unless you rebuild the motor because if it doesnt sync in perfect balance with the motor it will be off and thats the chatter people refer to. not good. useless signature line where i cant mention my sponsors "First Bagged BL5!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Did you balance and blueprint your motor with the FW installed...? Not sure how you'd balance anything in the car. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Overall I don't see a lot of benefit from LWFW, they are less rotating mass when the clutch is in and it revs somewhat faster, but out the wheels and driveshaft are your rotating mass. You are neglecting the speed at which those things are rotating. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 OK I have had my Spec LWFW in for over 70,000 miles never had a CEL from it. The car does lose some low rpm torque so you can't drive at 40mph in 5th gear. As for clutch chatter, I think that is more from the high perforamce clutch then the FW. I can side step my clutch in neutral and the chatter stops. It does come back unless I drive the car like the clutch was meant to be driven. If I baby the car it will chatter ever now and then. But I'm still impressed with how much grab this Spec 2+ still has. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrw Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 My car has a spec lwfw and a stock clutch and I haven't had any chatter or CEL's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lardo420 Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 My car has a spec lwfw and a stock clutch and I haven't had any chatter or CEL's thats cuz your car doesnt go fast enough to create said chatter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrw Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 this is true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSpeed Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 CELs come from a LWFW that is too light, most of the LWFW's don't fall in to that category, hence most of us not getting that. By clutch chatter I'm talking as you engage the clutch it not engaging smoothly and the feeling like you are wheel hopping, even at low rpm release. LWFWs make engagement harder to do smoothly and you have to match rpms just right. It can be done, but it takes a lot of finesse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05LGTunderpressure Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I made 450whp on 25 pounds currently running 418 371 on 21psi on e85 and stock tranny of course clutch and flywheel upgrade and lots more goodies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuffKevinFizzle Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I made 450whp on 25 pounds currently running 418 371 on 21psi on e85 and stock tranny of course clutch and flywheel upgrade and lots more goodies http://cache.ohinternet.com/images/7/70/Cool_story_bro.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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