CAMAROBOY69
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Yes insane weather and yes the WRX has been a great time in the snow especially since I bolted on the extra set of snow wheels and snow tires. Loving the heated front wipers and heated seats. A few times I have had to drive through snow ranging between 1 foot - 2 foot deep. That's why there is so much snow piled into the front of the car.That's some intense weather! Looks like the scooby had fun though.
I honestly would just stay home. I cant even comprehend living in a climate THAT cold. -42f without windchill is for polar bears.Just wait till you guys get a proper -42F (without windchill) weather. 5 minutes in that and you will need coffee to bring some life to your frozen face.
Yes driving in the snow is indeed very fun.I haven't driven in snow since moving to Australia from New Zealand, even then though we never had snow like THAT! Looks insanely fun. I miss cold weather, honestly. I'd love to take the GT-Four out in the snow with some snow tires on, plus I know it wouldn't overheat like it does on hot days here!
I will mention the recall about the fuel lines. The revs bother me because the closer I get to 3,000rpm, the more gas this car consumes and any other car for that matter. So I found if I keep it around 62 mph and 2,500 rpm I get much better gas mileage. Higher you rev, the more gas is consumed. Plus the higher engines are revving, the quicker all the parts get worn out including pulleys, alternator, water pump and much more.The smell of fuel when it's cold out is most definitely the fuel lines. Mine did the same thing. I believe there was a recall for it for 2002+ WRXs, Subaru issued a TSB about it so ask the dealer.
Also don't worry about the higher revs, the cars are meant to rev. I drove mine around at 3,000-3,500 all the time, in fact I hated driving it less than that. But maybe the STI was different.
I'd hate to see another blue 2004 get sold around here!
You are correct. After quite a bit of research this week, I found that out. The STI is the only car with the 6 speed and the STI only has a 6 speed.Yessir, you do. But um, I'm certain there was no such thing as an auto STi here in 'murica. at least not blobeyes and hawkeyes.
Yes I love these little cars. Really set on a 05,06,or 07. I will be at the dealer tomorrow to look at some options.Are you definitely set on an Impreza? There's no other cars that interest you? Something like a similar age Audi S4 (V8) although I don't know what they're like price wise, it's an alternative 4WD saloon.
After much thought it looks like I will just be keeping my 04. I truly love this car so much and I guess I will just live with the 5 speed. I will keep an eye out for a blue premium version of the 05-07 STI with a 6 speed but I just don't see it happening. These blue "premium" cars are unicorns around this area.Well lease if you view your car as transportation and always want something new. Or Buy if you plan on keeping it for 5+ years. And now I may need black lugs....haha.
Also sersly jelly, just you wait till I get a picture with the mustang, vette, and the viper at the end of my street.
I swapped a 6 speed into my 69 Camaro 10 years ago. So I don't think it would be that bad swapping a 6 speed into this WRX. However, the packages I looked at were a bit pricey and involves quite a few random pieces. I will just live with the 5 speed for now. Maybe after I throw in the Kartboy short throw shifter and a few bushings, I might like it even more.I am glad to hear you are keeping the 5 speed. How hard would it be to swap the 5 speed for a 6 speed transmission?
Do you have any pictures of your knob? Sounds so funny.Have you thought of using an ergonomic shift knob? My Momo shift knob is much, much better than the rounded stock knob. I never have to worry about my hand slipping off or a miss shift. I use the universal rubber mount to make it fit but I've had no problems with it rotating under use and it feels more solid than the stock round knob. Much better all around.
I'm jealous of your acquisition of a Kartboy short shifter. I would like one but I want to try it out on another car before I change mine.
I like this one but don't know what it is. I believe this is for a newer STI with a 5 speed. I thought all STI had a 6 speed?