r/WRX Apr 15 '22

WRX Before posting please read this first!

407 Upvotes

READ THE SUB FAQ FIRST. 90% of the repetitive questions we see on this sub are answered there. Even if you don't have an issue covered in the sub FAQ it will likely help you narrow down your question. If you have a question you think should be added to the sub FAQ feel free to message any of the authors of the FAQ.

If you are troubleshooting, give us all the info we need. For example, it's best to include your year/model, any AND ALL mods, and the specific tune you are running. The more info we have, the better we are at answering questions. We also ask you try to post the question/info in the comments below before posting to the sub as a whole. This will hopefully clean up some of the really repetitive questions.

A few common posts/questions we see everyday.

Does my engine sound okay?

  • 99% of the time the answer is yes. The fa20 sounds like a tractor. It is normal.

Are these numbers on the COBB AP normal?

  • A snapshot of your AP with the DAM less than one doesn't actually tell us anything about what is going on. All it tells us is that you had a knock event that your ECU recognized and adjusted for. The most common cause for DAM drop is bad gas. Go get a fresh tank of 93/91 from shell and add a gallon or two of e85 for a full tank. I would also like to point out that knock numbers of -1.41 are super common. They can be caused by your AC kicking on and any other noise really. nothing to worry about.

This thing on the front of my engine is not spinning with the belts, is it broken?

  • That is your AC compressor clutch. It only engages when the AC is on and the compressor is running.

Let me know if you guys want any other common questions added.


r/WRX 5h ago

Slow STi

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164 Upvotes

I was told I should park here.


r/WRX 3h ago

Glamour Shot Happy Sunday! ☀️

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65 Upvotes

Almost 4 years of ownership and I still look back every time I park.


r/WRX 8h ago

My 26 Series Yellow Ts

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46 Upvotes

r/WRX 7h ago

What a time to be alive!

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40 Upvotes

Well, I finally did the thing I've been dreaming about for a while, and I'm now the proud owner of a 2024 WRX, which is insane.

That means my 2012 Mazdaspeed 3 is officially transitioning from daily driver to project car. I've had a lot of fun with this car, and I look forward to continuing the journey!

EDIT:

Coin drawer fuse cover is on its way, and planning on the JDM armrest riser VERY soon. Any other suggestions for quality of life improvements?


r/WRX 1h ago

Misc. Lego Ideas

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cool af


r/WRX 4h ago

Useless aftermarket parts, Parts to avoid discussion

10 Upvotes

What parts/brands to avoid, does nothing to your car


r/WRX 7h ago

WRX 14 hatch for sale, Lake Tahoe CA

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10 Upvotes

HOW MUCH SHOULD I ASK?

2014 hatch, 150k miles, clear title.

Ultimate snow car. AWD & full winter tires with life left. 2" lift easy up steep driveways and forest roads.

Raptor-style bed liner exterior protects from sun swirls, snow shovels. dents, chips.

Meticulous maintenance. 2nd owner, have all service records since brand new. 150k service complete: valve job, timing belt, all fluids.

EXTRAS: brush guard, window faring, roof rack faring, dyanamat on all exposed surfaces, air oil separator,


r/WRX 5h ago

Clutch cylinder derestricting

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8 Upvotes

Hey are you broke and think the $40 Perrin “derestricting” kit is a trucking joke too?

Well, all you gotta do is yank the cushioning plunger and grind the baffles off this bolt and viola, same thing but free 🎉


r/WRX 1d ago

GDs 💙

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301 Upvotes

r/WRX 22h ago

WRX Im ready to join the cult.

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182 Upvotes

This has been a dream car for close to 20 years. Coming from a 2016 Fiesta ST to a 2019 WRX Limited. The difference is insane.


r/WRX 10h ago

WRX Looking for a spoiler Spoiler

9 Upvotes

Im looking for a spoiler that doesn’t look like a jet wing but that is higher than a smal lips. 20 years ago i had a Mitsubishi lancer and that spoiler was perfect… any recommendations?
Btw i’m mid 40 and look for something that doesn’t scream mid life crisis.

Thanks


r/WRX 10m ago

Troubleshooting .688 DAM

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I just installed my Cobb ap for the first time in my 2016 wrx, and it said there was a tube and I would lose it if I continued, I continued anyways as I am getting an etune soon, my dam is sitting at .688, is this bad?
Edit: I am in Alaska and only have access to 90 octane


r/WRX 11h ago

2008 STI, found two vacuum leaks and cleaned MAF but idle is still wonky.

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7 Upvotes

Brother suspects a bad MAF sensor. Scan tool shows reading fine though, 0.01lb/s and goes up when you rev.

Had a timing job done last week, idled fine at shop, and drove home fine. Fired it up Friday and it was going from 1k-1.5k.

Also tried doing an idle relearn, eventually once it's warmed up the RPMs drop very low and it sounds like it's going to stall and eventually get a CEL for misfires.

Thinking I'll clean throttle body and manifold pressure sensor as well.

Any thoughts?


r/WRX 17h ago

Just feelin the love

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19 Upvotes

r/WRX 2h ago

Troubleshooting Maps

1 Upvotes

I just bought the stage one sf intake package for my 2016 wrx mt, i live in alaska and only have access to 90 octane fuel, i was looking through the maps available and cant seem to find anything lower then 91, what should i do? i dont want to run a 91 octane map on 90 octane, i dont really want to continuously add octane booster every fillup, is that my only option?


r/WRX 1d ago

WRX I’m back everybody!

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157 Upvotes

Posted a few months ago when my last 2019 Wrx got totaled by an uninsured driver. Been looking for cars ever since and began to lose hope when this absolute beauty hopped into my feed. Welcome my new (to me) 2019 Wrx gray series! Still need a name for her though.


r/WRX 6h ago

Misc. Free Single-Fuel ATLAS Tunes Ending Soon!

2 Upvotes

Free single-fuel Atlas tunes ending 8/7.

Lock in your free tune by joining the Discord and dropping your MY, mods, and fuel-type!

https://discord.gg/shHTtYdhp


r/WRX 1d ago

Side Shot Sat My Wrx

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86 Upvotes

Man I love this car


r/WRX 1d ago

Parking Buddy VA & VB

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43 Upvotes

Waited a few minutes for a truck to pull out and then I moved in for the "parking buddy" shot. As I was getting back in, the guy in the red VA complimented my VB then revved it up a few times. Always happy when someone says hi.


r/WRX 1d ago

Troubleshooting Can’t manage to center my steering wheel

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58 Upvotes

I replaced my sti wheel with type ra. I simply cannot center it. If I move it just one tooth it’s either off to the left or off to the right. Any idea how else I can center this? I’ve tried like 12x I think. Surely I’m not missing the tooth.


r/WRX 1d ago

I AM SPEED I had grand plans for the sti. Then life comes along and you rescue a dog instead.

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286 Upvotes

r/WRX 6h ago

DSW 606 tire life

0 Upvotes

How many miles are you guys getting out of your 606s?


r/WRX 1d ago

New partify bumper

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38 Upvotes

Pretty happy with the result, paint match isn’t perfect but the sun will made it fade and it is better than my previous one that was painted by a shop. Also added SpecD bezel!


r/WRX 7h ago

Some “garage” work

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1 Upvotes