what now?

white mike · 05-01-2008, 08:12 AM

So, I bought a bone stock 06 wrx like 6 weeks ago I was looking at used sti's but didn't want an 04/05 I like the 06/07 front but couldn't afford an 06/7 sti.... Anyway My economic stimulus check should be here soon and I'm looking to drop it on my subaru that being said I have narrowed it down to two possible options they are :
cobb accessport$695 or
cobb stage 2 suspension package (includes springs sways rear sway mounts rear tower bar)$750
now I really don't know which way to go here according to most threads on the accessport going stage1 on a stock vehicle makes little difference just more linear power smoother driveability.... I dunno the car seems to drive fine to me? I'm leaning towards the suspension only because the front wheel gap is KILLING me but I am looking for other opinions. If I were to get a catback as well as AP would I see marginally better results? I'm not looking to build an all out race car just a nice fun daily driver eventually I would like to see around 300whp so performance upgrades will be done as well I just want to make the right decision for my first mods but I need outside opinions so I can take them into consideration and make my decision. I know cobb tuning is a reputable tuning company but I'm spending a decent amount of money so I want to make sure that for the same money I can't piece together something better... Thanks guys

Howie STi · 05-01-2008, 08:30 AM

first off welcome to the comunity.

As for your dilemma. I bought my ’05 with a stage one suspension already on it so I went with the engine mods first but looking back I should have built the suspension up a little more before going with the stage two power mods. So, I would go with the suspension first. The cars change some how they drive with a small amount of tweaking done the handing department. Then in a few months go with the stage one intake and access port. You will be happy until that ever so popular mod bug hits again.

jimbix2003 · 05-01-2008, 10:04 AM

If you are still under warranty stage 2 suspension my 2 cents

amg destroyer · 05-01-2008, 10:37 AM

I also vote for building up your suspension first. However, be wary about the cobb springs. While I do not have any personal experience with them, I've heard that they lower the car way too much, and consequently screw up the suspension geometry. Not to mention you'll be riding on your bumpstops with no travel...

RCE yellows are a good choice for a road going car. They lower it ~22mm in the front (afaik) and something like ~15mm in the rear. Then you could go with some sways (Whiteline is a popular brand that is proven to have good results). Regarding the rear strut tower bar, save up for an X-Brace. That is PROVEN to work...while the gains on the normal bar is minimal, and more for the "bling" factor.

**boondocksaint** · 05-01-2008, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by amg destroyer

I also vote for building up your suspension first. However, be wary about the cobb springs. While I do not have any personal experience with them, I've heard that they lower the car way too much, and consequently screw up the suspension geometry. Not to mention you'll be riding on your bumpstops with no travel...

RCE yellows are a good choice for a road going car. They lower it ~22mm in the front (afaik) and something like ~15mm in the rear. Then you could go with some sways (Whiteline is a popular brand that is proven to have good results). Regarding the rear strut tower bar, save up for an X-Brace. That is PROVEN to work...while the gains on the normal bar is minimal, and more for the "bling" factor.

If COBB springs put the car on bumpstops, the RCE Yellows come damn close as well.

white mike · 05-01-2008, 04:23 PM

I am still currently under warranty and I don't want to void that how much do RCE's cost and how harsh do they ride? I also looked at buddy club or megan racing coilovers but I'm not too sure that they fit my bill as I think they are overkill for my purposes... so the swaybars are no good either?

**boondocksaint** · 05-01-2008, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by white mike

I am still currently under warranty and I don't want to void that how much do RCE's cost and how harsh do they ride? I also looked at buddy club or megan racing coilovers but I'm not too sure that they fit my bill as I think they are overkill for my purposes... so the swaybars are no good either?

Ride harshness is a subjective matter. What is harsh to some is perfectly tolerable to others. Are there any members in your area with aftermarket springs?

Once you eliminate the springs that drop the car too low and destroy the suspension geometry, the rest are a question of preference. RCE Blacks are going to keep the car up a bit higher, even it out some, and maintain the suspension geometry (with the same spring rates as the yellows). JDM Pinks will even the car out and drop it without screwing up the geometry. You also might inquire about something called T3h Breakfast Blend, which I learned about through T3h_Clap.

Again, ride harshness is subjective. Get a ride with someone with the springs you're looking at if possible, and do a LOT of reading. Aftermarket springs are oft discussed here.

Be patient, and do your due diligence before you run out and buy. You can never do too much research.

white mike · 05-01-2008, 07:29 PM

thanks for the opinions I have some time to look around I will keep looking as well

layza4sti · 05-01-2008, 08:04 PM

just installed my rce black's and love them so fare. i would love for more of a drop but i do drive my car every day.. the yellows would about 1 inc. lower..

sorry guy's i know i posted this pic like five time today but all these spring questions make me want to show off my new spring.. lol

WRB Kid · 05-01-2008, 10:28 PM

^^^ nice

jimbix2003 · 05-02-2008, 12:44 AM

I am leaning towards the RCE yellows and N1 top hats and RCE lowering camber plates when i get back for over seas since i have been reading different stuff about my car not being so reliable. (anybody know if that would be too low for DD i could not find pics of that combo)

**boondocksaint** · 05-02-2008, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jimbix2003

I am leaning towards the RCE yellows and N1 top hats and RCE lowering camber plates when i get back for over seas since i have been reading different stuff about my car not being so reliable. (anybody know if that would be too low for DD i could not find pics of that combo)

The problem with RCE Yellows + lowering plates is that it will likely limit the width of tires you can run unless you do some work. I don't even know if RCE recommends that, but I could be mistaken. Why not drop'em a PM? RaceComp Engineering. Myles and the guys there are very helpful.

05-01-2008, 08:12 AM	#1
white mike Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 38 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	what now? So, I bought a bone stock 06 wrx like 6 weeks ago I was looking at used sti's but didn't want an 04/05 I like the 06/07 front but couldn't afford an 06/7 sti.... Anyway My economic stimulus check should be here soon and I'm looking to drop it on my subaru that being said I have narrowed it down to two possible options they are : cobb accessport$695 or cobb stage 2 suspension package (includes springs sways rear sway mounts rear tower bar)$750 now I really don't know which way to go here according to most threads on the accessport going stage1 on a stock vehicle makes little difference just more linear power smoother driveability.... I dunno the car seems to drive fine to me? I'm leaning towards the suspension only because the front wheel gap is KILLING me but I am looking for other opinions. If I were to get a catback as well as AP would I see marginally better results? I'm not looking to build an all out race car just a nice fun daily driver eventually I would like to see around 300whp so performance upgrades will be done as well I just want to make the right decision for my first mods but I need outside opinions so I can take them into consideration and make my decision. I know cobb tuning is a reputable tuning company but I'm spending a decent amount of money so I want to make sure that for the same money I can't piece together something better... Thanks guys This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

05-01-2008, 08:30 AM	#2
Howie STi Junior STI Driver Car: OBP 05 STi Fav Mod: Oh $hti Handle Location: Tulsa OK Posts: 62 Join Date: Aug 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: what now? first off welcome to the comunity. As for your dilemma. I bought my ’05 with a stage one suspension already on it so I went with the engine mods first but looking back I should have built the suspension up a little more before going with the stage two power mods. So, I would go with the suspension first. The cars change some how they drive with a small amount of tweaking done the handing department. Then in a few months go with the stage one intake and access port. You will be happy until that ever so popular mod bug hits again.

05-01-2008, 10:04 AM	#3
jimbix2003 Amateur STI Driver Car: White 07 WRX STI Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: what now? If you are still under warranty stage 2 suspension my 2 cents

05-01-2008, 10:37 AM	#4
amg destroyer Iron Fisted Car: '05 STi Fav Mod: Sparco seat Location: OC Posts: 4,111 Join Date: Sep 2006 Trader Rating: (4)	Re: what now? I also vote for building up your suspension first. However, be wary about the cobb springs. While I do not have any personal experience with them, I've heard that they lower the car way too much, and consequently screw up the suspension geometry. Not to mention you'll be riding on your bumpstops with no travel... RCE yellows are a good choice for a road going car. They lower it ~22mm in the front (afaik) and something like ~15mm in the rear. Then you could go with some sways (Whiteline is a popular brand that is proven to have good results). Regarding the rear strut tower bar, save up for an X-Brace. That is PROVEN to work...while the gains on the normal bar is minimal, and more for the "bling" factor.

05-01-2008, 04:23 PM	#6
white mike Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 38 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: what now? I am still currently under warranty and I don't want to void that how much do RCE's cost and how harsh do they ride? I also looked at buddy club or megan racing coilovers but I'm not too sure that they fit my bill as I think they are overkill for my purposes... so the swaybars are no good either?

05-01-2008, 07:29 PM	#8
white mike Amateur STI Driver Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 38 Join Date: Mar 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: what now? thanks for the opinions I have some time to look around I will keep looking as well

05-01-2008, 08:04 PM	#9
layza4sti Spec C Club Car: 04 STi Fav Mod: Long dirt roads Location: mill town Posts: 1,022 Join Date: Mar 2006 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: what now? just installed my rce black's and love them so fare. i would love for more of a drop but i do drive my car every day.. the yellows would about 1 inc. lower.. sorry guy's i know i posted this pic like five time today but all these spring questions make me want to show off my new spring.. lol Last edited by layza4sti : 05-01-2008 at 08:09 PM.

05-01-2008, 10:28 PM	#10
WRB Kid Professional STI Racer Car: My06 WRB w/ Gold STi Fav Mod: JDM Headlights and JDM Rear Fog Location: SoCal Posts: 631 Join Date: Jul 2006 Trader Rating: (2)	Re: what now? ^^^ nice

05-02-2008, 12:44 AM	#11
jimbix2003 Amateur STI Driver Car: White 07 WRX STI Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: what now? I am leaning towards the RCE yellows and N1 top hats and RCE lowering camber plates when i get back for over seas since i have been reading different stuff about my car not being so reliable. (anybody know if that would be too low for DD i could not find pics of that combo)