Few questions, Picking up Series.Blue tomorrow!

[Droid]

Originally Posted by qitorr

Congrats!
I have about 6500 miles on my Series.Blue and aside from the WeatherTechs already mentioned I would say an easy mod that made a big difference for me was switching out the interior lights with LED. I went with Diode Dynamics and couldn't be happier. You wouldn't believe how incredible it makes all the blue trim look.

Do you have any links to places that sell the kit, would be much appreciated. If you don't mind, what did you pay OTD?

[jetsevo4]

Originally Posted by Droid

I know I should wait to make this post tomorrow, but I seriously can't. I am so excited for the deal I got and the car that I'm about to get, compounded with graduating college Sunday - I truly am elated.

Had a few questions though..

Best place to buy the smoked valenti taillights + back up light?

Also, is it best to follow the manufacturer break in period because those 1,000 miles appear as if they will be miserable not being able to "drive hard."

Last, but not least, 4 year 100,000 extended (I will probably drive 25k miles a year, give or take a few), full coverage warranty for $1200, opinions?

Congrats on the car and the graduation...the series.blue is worth it 100%, I love mine.
As far as break in, I have ~600 miles on mine and have kept it below 5k RPM due to the "1k mile rule." The worst part is you'll just be wishing u could wind it out

[themadscientist]

Congrats on graduation and your new car! Post up lots of pics asap.

[Amaya]

I would check on here there are several threads with people (sponsors) selling the valenti tails. I just ordered a set for a lot cheaper than I've seen elsewhere, not having received them yet I can't say much else about it.

[Amaya]

Oh, and I wouldn't worry about the break in, rip through the gears like a maniac. After all how do you think people are driving the thing when they go for a test drive? "that was AWESOME! I can still smell burning rubber"- the salesman after my first test drive in a FR-S

Well maybe don't get too crazy with it but the occasional hard pull should be fine. "Break it in the way you expect to drive it" is one philosophy though.

[kch]

Originally Posted by Droid

Do you have any links to places that sell the kit, would be much appreciated. If you don't mind, what did you pay OTD?

just poke around in here and get yourself some LEDs. I've replaced every halogen/incandescent bulb on the car with LEDs and it looks a lot better.

Also, the car makes funny noises sometimes. 6MT might rattle or thud occasionally, and the motor sounds like a diesel at low RPM. Don't freak out like I did--it's fine.

And seriously, follow the instructions for the break-in. Subaru makes the engine; I trust them to know how to break it in for maximum reliability. The car can still be plenty fun below 4k RPM. Suck it up and be a boring adult for 1k miles.

[mav1178]

Originally Posted by Droid

Best place to buy the smoked valenti taillights + back up light?
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Last, but not least, 4 year 100,000 extended (I will probably drive 25k miles a year, give or take a few), full coverage warranty for $1200, opinions?

If you are seeking advice on extended warranty coverage, you should hold off on modifications until you understand what you are getting into.

Also, extended warranties are only as good as the dealer(s) providing service, so be sure to research this if your dealership options are limited in the area.

-alex

[cameronjones239]

Check with @pansontw for some valenti tails, they got me a hell of a deal on the combo. As far as interior lights, @Diode_dynamics is the way to go. Good product, fast shipping and easy to build a kit on their website. Mine came in this week and I'll have some pictures on my build thread up soon.

Questions you may have soon,
The "crickets" you hear about 3k miles in is normal, its from the fuel pump. My injen intake got rid of mine but not to say they won't come back.
The shifter may feel stiff, deal with it for 5k miles and it WILL break in and get smoother. Also recommend some different tranny fluid.

Enjoy your new 86 and welcome to the forums!

[Stang70Fastback]

Originally Posted by Droid

Do you have any links to places that sell the kit, would be much appreciated. If you don't mind, what did you pay OTD?

Here's a list of the bulbs I replaced using DiodeDynamics products. All bulbs are 6000K white, except for the ones I've highlighted in their respective colors.

Front Turn Signals - XP80, 510 lumens (pair) - $90
Rear Turn Signals - XP80, 510 lumens (pair) - $90
Front Side Markers - HP3, 56 lumens (pair) - $12
Rear Side Markers - HP3, 56 lumens (pair) - $12
License Plate Bulbs - SMD2, 24 lumens (pair) - $8
Reverse Lights - XP50, 410 lumens (pair) - $90
Door Puddle Lights - SMD12 Board, 118 lumens (pair) - $28
Vanity Lights - SMF2, 16 lumens (pair) = $10
Dome Light - SMD12 Board, 118 lumens - $28
Trunk Light - FlexLight, 200 lumens - $12
LED Flasher Module - $10

Total Cost: $400 (I only paid $325 due to sales and whatnot).

You can go here to see all the options.

http://www.diodedynamics.com/store/l...ubaru/brz.html

Here is a sample of some of the before and after as far as the increased light output is concerned.



And here is a video I made comparing their XP80 "brighter than stock" turn signal bulbs. It's a bit wordy, but it gets the point across... (note that none of the interior lights, had been replaced when this video was made.)

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bluPcUmVgI[/ame]

Hope this helps!

[Lokenzi]

Hey thanks, I did the same but all stage 2 lights, low on funds, but still satisfied with my new clean looking lights!

[Stang70Fastback]

Yeah. The yellow color of stock bulbs really looks messy and old and ugly.

[Lokenzi]

#305blueseries here, got my 3inch perrin, led diode lights all around, drop in kN filter, cusco rear and front struts, painted all the gray interior parts black, tint, and now debating about lowering her with wheel spacers.. only problem is I live in SF, cali.. roads are unforgiving. . Anyone else have this problems with the sti kit?

600miles on her