DSOmegaX STi BRZ tS Completed Build

[DSOmegaX]

Originally Posted by cslntuee

HI,


I have two additional questions as below.


1. I try to search Subaru online parts (WRX STi that is 08+) for STI caliper as below.
http://parts.subaru.com/Subaru_2013_...nd-Brakes.html


However, I am not able to find it.
Could you give me some guidance and help?


2. Do you still keep hand brake functional after install the rear STI BBK?


Thanks again.

Are you looking for the WRX brakes or WRX STI? This is the link for the STI ones: http://parts.subaru.com/Subaru_2013_...nd-Brakes.html. Also, as far as what you need, if you're going the route of buying it from Subaru, I would just stop by the parts department and indicate all the parts you need, then bring the list back to the site for purchase.

The hand brake remains functional. No modifications necessary.

And now....picture!

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[10Stars]

Car looks great!

Been meaning to ask, whats your opinion on the 2015 WRX vs your're BRZ so far?

Also is your're WRX the CVT model?

[DSOmegaX]

Originally Posted by 10Stars

Car looks great!

Been meaning to ask, whats your opinion on the 2015 WRX vs your're BRZ so far?

Also is your're WRX the CVT model?

Yeah, my WRX is a CVT. I think I'll always prefer driving the BRZ over the WRX from a purely driving/fun standpoint. The WRX will of course obliterate the BRZ in sheer speed and just plain versatility, but everything from the seating position to the steering wheel to the way the car communicates in the BRZ not only wins me over, but just feels more natural to me to be in. For full disclaimer, I can't really recall what its like to drive a stock FR-S/BRZ anymore so my opinions are definitely skewed due to the way my car is setup.

[10Stars]

Thanks man, I completely agree with the points you make. Though I haven't driven the 2015 WRX I still love my BRZ but wonder how those who have had both would compare the two.

How does the CVT compare to our 6 speed auto in the BRZ? Less responsive? More responsive? Overall?

[DSOmegaX]

Originally Posted by 10Stars

Thanks man, I completely agree with the points you make. Though I haven't driven the 2015 WRX I still love my BRZ but wonder how those who have had both would compare the two.

How does the CVT compare to our 6 speed auto in the BRZ? Less responsive? More responsive? Overall?

The CVT comes with the SI-drive system so you can set some of its characteristics (basically think Eco-mode, normal, and sport). I leave it on normal (S) and occasionally on sport (S#). It's surprisingly responsive for a CVT, but it can still be finicky in terms of its acceleration pedal travel vs. throttle response.

[10Stars]

Originally Posted by DSOmegaX

The CVT comes with the SI-drive system so you can set some of its characteristics (basically think Eco-mode, normal, and sport). I leave it on normal (S) and occasionally on sport (S#). It's surprisingly responsive for a CVT, but it can still be finicky in terms of its acceleration pedal travel vs. throttle response.

So in terms of shift speed, how do they compare? I wish our cars came with a DCT

[cslntuee]

HI,


What's the diameter (size) of the DBA T3 ClubSpec 4000 Rotors for your BRZ?
Thanks.

[DSOmegaX]

Some more work done on the WRX to get the rest of the STi lip kit on the car.

[DSOmegaX]

Originally Posted by cslntuee

HI,


What's the diameter (size) of the DBA T3 ClubSpec 4000 Rotors for your BRZ?
Thanks.

They're the WRX STi 2008+, diameter is 326mm front, 316mm rear

[10Stars]

Originally Posted by 10Stars

So in terms of shift speed, how do they compare? I wish our cars came with a DCT

Um any thoughts perhaps?

Your the only person I know who has both cars so I'm genuinely curious. I understand if you would like to keep that between yourself though

Anyways the car looks great!

[DSOmegaX]

Originally Posted by 10Stars

Um any thoughts perhaps?

Your the only person I know who has both cars so I'm genuinely curious. I understand if you would like to keep that between yourself though

Anyways the car looks great!

Oh sorry I actually thought I answered the question. The "shifting" is relatively quick, but because its a CVT, it's just simulated. It mimics a 6-speed in S and an 8-speed in S#. It runs through its ratios quick but again that's only because its simulated; its really meant to just be a fluid-ratio change. The faster you drive it, the less it "shifts" and becomes a traditional CVT. It's a different feeling but its still quick. The annoyance is that the throttle response isn't as immediate because its trying to find the right lower ratio when you put your foot down, so there's a noticeable lag sometimes before the car figures it out and goes.


I think the BRZ is quite nice and shifts surprisingly fast for a single clutch auto. I came from a DSG GTI previously and despite it being a dual clutch, I found the BRZ didn't shift that much slower.

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Continuing the progress on the car but slower than before ��. The WRX got a STi rear diffuser and a OEM rear fog installed:



Unlike the OEM rear diffuser, this thing was an absolute beast to install. The brackets to mount the diffuser required it to be mounted to the body frame of the car, which meant the bumper had to be removed.





On the flip side this piece is sturdy like no other. I guess you could use it as a step plate haha �� after the diffuser was in, the rear fog light was installed and wired up to the front fogs like my BRZ. Both fogs operate on the same switch.



Big thanks to AutoTuned on the late night install and frustrations encountered during it ��





With that, I also got a few fun goodies today. Yospeed delivered another custom license plate frame for my WRX while the center seat heater console plaque is for the BRZ. This means I finally mounted my vanity plate!





And the best part is I got to add another bear to the collection ��



Haven't got around to putting the plaque in yet. Other than that, I visited cars and coffee Irvine this past weekend with AutoTuned x FRS86. With the awesome contrast of blue and yellow and are paired STi/TRD combo we drew quite a large crowd as the morning went by. Even parked among the super car row, it's always great to see our cars still draw the attention it does.



Found this nice IG post while at it haha

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