RWD conversion?

blueSTi04 · 04-20-2004, 03:30 PM

Ok, I remember seeing somewhere that there is a RWD conversion for the WRX/STi. Just wondering if anyone could give me a link or info.

I know a lot of people might find this offensive, but too bad. I'm not certain I want to do it anyway, just getting the info. Unless someone wants to buy my STi. Needs to be re-financed, but only 5500 miles.

Rev · 04-20-2004, 03:43 PM

Why would you want to convert your STi to RWD?

pestysti · 04-20-2004, 03:43 PM

the one i heard of was breakin half shafts like crazy(b/c it was only desinged for 1/2 the power not 100% of it) thats bout all i can remember.

RadarOnPaws · 04-20-2004, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueSTi04

I know a lot of people might find this offensive, but too bad.

Not so much offensive as just plain stupid. Why buy a car which has as a main strength its AWD system and was designed around that to give it the performance and balance it has and screw that up?

If you just wanted something RWD with lots of power, you had a lot cheaper options available than buying a 30 grand car and then paying even more money to ruin it.

You might find this offensive, but too bad - this is a totally idiotic thing to do.

blueSTi04 · 04-20-2004, 04:22 PM

Well, I bought the car because of it's all around performance and looks. But to be perfectly honest, it's already deviated from the true STi available throughout the rest of the world. Why does it matter? Well the US STi is a bastard child. Yes it's fun on the track, but the 300 isn't quite enough anymore.

Ever been beat by an SRT-4? How about RSX-S with a turbo? The point is the AWD is killing the car for speed, which is what it gets used for most often. I have suffered because of the complete lack of top end, even with 2# extra boost. How many times have I road raced, or needed the AWD? Maybe 3 times. How much do I use the power on the street strip or highway? A hell of a lot more. Why not get a Mustang or SRT-4? Because I don't like how they look nor did I wish to buy an American auto. You forget that most race cars are forced to use RWD and fair fine, if not better on the slalom.

I was planing on going big HP anyway, which will basically require the complete replacement of the internals, clutch, drivetshafts, etc. so why not just go RWD and eliminate the need for costly DCCD and front differential replacement? Or better yet, someone else buy it and save it from me and let me get another Supra.

Snax · 04-20-2004, 04:54 PM

But the main thing you are missing here is that you still have all of the weight and drag of the AWD system, whether you convert it to RWD only or not.

Sounds like you just don't get the whole concept, or you don't appreciate the car anyway if you are talking about getting another Supra. I won't knock you for that, as the Supra is an excellent car. If AWD is of no benefit to you, than owning a Subaru is ridiculous. They make every car AWD now because that's what they do best.

Sell it. But more importantly, get the **** out of my way when it rains or snows.

Snax · 04-20-2004, 04:57 PM

Oh, forgot to answer the original question:

I don't believe that there is a conversion for the STi available that I have ever seen. I know there is a kit available for the 5-speed, but I don't believe it will work in the 6-speed.

DJ_STi · 04-20-2004, 05:23 PM

how sad, i almost feel bad for your STi, but its your choice on what you want to do with your car. anyways i havn't heard anything about a conversion back to RWD.

reason why im getting an STi is the weather im moving to CALI-MASS, i need a car to drive in the snow. what better choice of a sportscar then the STI

STIin08 · 04-20-2004, 06:00 PM

you can give it to me, and save your self the trouble of ruining it

yxan2 · 04-20-2004, 06:19 PM

ahh yeah the Purpose built Drag Car

funny I never saw a funny car body that looks like a Subaru, they race those on gravel.... Hence the need for AWD, we are driving a Replica of a Rally Car, not a Drag Car.

gator · 04-20-2004, 06:32 PM

I remember seeing a WRX converted to rear wheel drive to save the transmission but not an STi. With enough money it could probably be done.

googe · 04-20-2004, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueSTi04

Ever been beat by an SRT-4? How about RSX-S with a turbo?

HAHAHA, no!!!!

You DO have an STI, right?

***Neanderthal Racing*** · 04-20-2004, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueSTi04

Ever been beat by an SRT-4? How about RSX-S with a turbo?

er...no

Rev · 04-20-2004, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Ever been beat by an SRT-4? How about RSX-S with a turbo? The point is the AWD is killing the car for speed, which is what it gets used for most often. I have suffered because of the complete lack of top end, even with 2# extra boost. How many times have I road raced, or needed the AWD? Maybe 3 times. How much do I use the power on the street strip or highway? A hell of a lot more. Why not get a Mustang or SRT-4? Because I don't like how they look nor did I wish to buy an American auto. You forget that most race cars are forced to use RWD and fair fine, if not better on the slalom.

Buy yourself a used Firebird TransAm WS-6 if you want the RWD so much.

yxan2 · 04-20-2004, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STi_Thunder

Quote:

Ever been beat by an SRT-4? How about RSX-S with a turbo? The point is the AWD is killing the car for speed, which is what it gets used for most often. I have suffered because of the complete lack of top end, even with 2# extra boost. How many times have I road raced, or needed the AWD? Maybe 3 times. How much do I use the power on the street strip or highway? A hell of a lot more. Why not get a Mustang or SRT-4? Because I don't like how they look nor did I wish to buy an American auto. You forget that most race cars are forced to use RWD and fair fine, if not better on the slalom.

Buy yourself a used Firebird TransAm WS-6 if you want the RWD so much.

excellent sugestion sir

04-20-2004, 03:30 PM	#1
blueSTi04 Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Navy Posts: 41 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Ok, I remember seeing somewhere that there is a RWD conversion for the WRX/STi. Just wondering if anyone could give me a link or info. I know a lot of people might find this offensive, but too bad. I'm not certain I want to do it anyway, just getting the info. Unless someone wants to buy my STi. Needs to be re-financed, but only 5500 miles. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

04-20-2004, 04:54 PM	#6
Snax Spec C Club Fav Mod: Stealth mode Location: Eugene, Oregon Posts: 1,154 IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2003 Trader Rating: (2)	quicktimerperformance dp and cutout vid But the main thing you are missing here is that you still have all of the weight and drag of the AWD system, whether you convert it to RWD only or not. Sounds like you just don't get the whole concept, or you don't appreciate the car anyway if you are talking about getting another Supra. I won't knock you for that, as the Supra is an excellent car. If AWD is of no benefit to you, than owning a Subaru is ridiculous. They make every car AWD now because that's what they do best. Sell it. But more importantly, get the **** out of my way when it rains or snows.

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04-20-2004, 03:43 PM	#2
Rev STI Guru Car: 06 V70R Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Posts: 5,544 IWSTI Addict since: Dec 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	Why would you want to convert your STi to RWD?

04-20-2004, 03:43 PM	#3
pestysti Junior STI Driver Posts: 64 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	the one i heard of was breakin half shafts like crazy(b/c it was only desinged for 1/2 the power not 100% of it) thats bout all i can remember.

04-20-2004, 04:22 PM	#5
blueSTi04 Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Navy Posts: 41 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Well, I bought the car because of it's all around performance and looks. But to be perfectly honest, it's already deviated from the true STi available throughout the rest of the world. Why does it matter? Well the US STi is a bastard child. Yes it's fun on the track, but the 300 isn't quite enough anymore. Ever been beat by an SRT-4? How about RSX-S with a turbo? The point is the AWD is killing the car for speed, which is what it gets used for most often. I have suffered because of the complete lack of top end, even with 2# extra boost. How many times have I road raced, or needed the AWD? Maybe 3 times. How much do I use the power on the street strip or highway? A hell of a lot more. Why not get a Mustang or SRT-4? Because I don't like how they look nor did I wish to buy an American auto. You forget that most race cars are forced to use RWD and fair fine, if not better on the slalom. I was planing on going big HP anyway, which will basically require the complete replacement of the internals, clutch, drivetshafts, etc. so why not just go RWD and eliminate the need for costly DCCD and front differential replacement? Or better yet, someone else buy it and save it from me and let me get another Supra.

04-20-2004, 04:57 PM	#7
Snax Spec C Club Fav Mod: Stealth mode Location: Eugene, Oregon Posts: 1,154 IWSTI Addict since: Nov 2003 Trader Rating: (2)	Oh, forgot to answer the original question: I don't believe that there is a conversion for the STi available that I have ever seen. I know there is a kit available for the 5-speed, but I don't believe it will work in the 6-speed.

04-20-2004, 05:23 PM	#8
DJ_STi STI Driver Car: 2006 Mitsubishi Traitor IX Fav Mod: Cell phone holder Posts: 252 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	how sad, i almost feel bad for your STi, but its your choice on what you want to do with your car. anyways i havn't heard anything about a conversion back to RWD. reason why im getting an STi is the weather im moving to CALI-MASS, i need a car to drive in the snow. what better choice of a sportscar then the STI

04-20-2004, 06:00 PM	#9
STIin08 Senior STI Driver Car: 98 leggy gt Fav Mod: Mid engine- rear drive, Who needs mods? Location: KCMO...representin the 64 Posts: 310 IWSTI Addict since: Jun 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	you can give it to me, and save your self the trouble of ruining it

04-20-2004, 06:19 PM	#10
yxan2 Grassroots STI Racer Location: Denver, CO Posts: 575 IWSTI Addict since: Jan 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	ahh yeah the Purpose built Drag Car funny I never saw a funny car body that looks like a Subaru, they race those on gravel.... Hence the need for AWD, we are driving a Replica of a Rally Car, not a Drag Car.

04-20-2004, 06:32 PM	#11
gator Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: nuclear plant operator Location: Francis Creek,wi Posts: 48 IWSTI Addict since: Sep 2003 Trader Rating: (0)	I remember seeing a WRX converted to rear wheel drive to save the transmission but not an STi. With enough money it could probably be done.