Here’s an update on what happened on me this summer.
Few of Kics lugnuts cover thingy (don’t know what those are called) were cracking, so I’ve replaced it with Muteki lugnuts... but that’s where it went to hell. Some how it ceased on me in a month, result this happened.
Yes, I’ve busted the studs... it’s not stock studs. Those are ARP extended studs. After several hundred dollar later, got all studs replaced and got different lugnuts. (Gorilla Forged Steel open ended)
Right after studs and lugnuts were fixed, my front right (passenger) brake caliper ceased on me, so thought to change things up by changing to Subaru 4 pistons calipers. I wouldn’t call it performance upgrade, but it’s a visual upgrade. Thanks to KNS Brakes for all the support and info.
It fit Enkei Raijin (18x8 +35) without an issue, of course. Maybe look small?
If you’re wondering, yes it’s easy to change it to Subaru 4 piston calipers. They used stock rotors, so all you need is calipers, caliper stuffs (pins, covers & so on) & pads. Calipers bolt on directly, so no cuts or weld anything.
If looks pretty nice... I think
As for brake pedal feel, there aren’t much difference than stock. I read somewhere in the forum that these calipers are a bit lighter than stock, but nothing major weight shaving. This is why I said “visual” upgrade, instead of “performance” upgrade.
With that problem fixed, another problem came along. I do use stock wheels for winter tires... but I’ve read that stock wheels doesn’t fit with these calipers, so I’ve bought different wheels. Went with Enkei again, I just love Enkei. Big thanks to @
OAKOS Automotive for good deal again. I highly recommend them to anyone. I've bought from them so many times. PLUS my wife and my wife's sister bought from them, cuz they had a great deal.
Got myself Enkei VR5 in 17x8 +45. I wish they made it in +35 or +32 offset, but o’well still looks nice.
Had lil fun putting stickers on. But in the end, I took it off.
I got it matte black & I think it looks nice.
It does clear the calipers without an issue. Prob have 1”~2” in space.
