Moderators BarManBean Posted January 11, 2012 Moderators Share Posted January 11, 2012 Well, I just got word that I'm apparently getting a bonus from work, nice No idea how much it will be, but I'm hoping for some stage 2 money that I can pocket before the wife squirrels it away Car is a 5EAT Wagon. I have a V2 accessport at the moment. I think I can pick up an invidia UP for a good price and will likely source a DP from infamous (and probably an oil line for peace of mind). If I actually go stage 2 I'll probably also trade the AP for a vagcom and etune (and actually net a few bucks in the process I guess). My only real concern is the transmission. I'll install a transmission cooler along with stage 2 goodies (because it's simple and cheap), but likely wont be able to swing any Hexmods goodies, nor do I think I have the tools/space/ability to drop my transmission. Anyone out there been running a 5EAT at stage 2 for a while with no problems? I don't launch the car, usually roll on the throttle but will definitely want to put the extra power down on on-ramps, passing slow-pokes, etc. Thanks for any input. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spyguy Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 i'm stage 2 for about 3 years now, spirited drives every so often, no issues either. i have a tranny cooler, but have been lazy to install. the only problem i had was my uppipe cracked, but i have since switched to one with a flex pipe. so make sure your UP has a flex part on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 11, 2012 Author Moderators Share Posted January 11, 2012 Ugh, I've heard differences of opinion regarding flex pipes. One camp is that the flex is good for fitment, the other camp is that the flex piece will EVENTUALLY deteriorate. At the end of the day I think I would prefer a solid pipe to crack and I'll replace the pipe rather than a flex piece to shred and potentially end up ruining my turbo.... Glad to hear you've been at stage 2 for that long, how many miles? "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I vote for a solid up pipe. For piece of mind, look into Amsoil transmission fluid. 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...
Moderators BarManBean Posted January 12, 2012 Author Moderators Share Posted January 12, 2012 Will look into the Amsoil, car is just about to crack 60k miles so I'll definitely be changing the transmission fluid soon. "Bullet-proof" your OEM TMIC! <<Buy your kit here>> Not currently in stock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwm5094 Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Subaru-Impreza-WRX-STI-Turbo-Up-Pipe-02-03-04-05-06-07-/120778809242?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item1c1efa5f9a#ht_3421wt_1022 Bought one just like this about 2.5 years ago and 60k miles ago. Its perfect, although not sure if this exact one works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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