Beginners Guide to Basic Subaru Mods

[@joogonetime9328]

The fact you mentioned regular maintenance and tires before any mods deserves a sub and notification alerts

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support, cant get into mods until the car is set up and good to drive everyday!

[@jonnydwolf]

Tires are half the ride. Get good ones like this man says.

[@_GoGo_]

Big facts 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@slappyzgarage2092]

This dude deserves more than 3k subs he is great

[@Smeedia]

Greatly appreciate the support 😁🔥

[@jdm132]

slappyz garage ik such great information

[@SonOfThor69]

the guy is awesome

[@Smeedia]

@@SonOfThor69 appreciate the support!

[@omgtrey]

Already doubled that

[@Southside185]

Man I love how you included to make sure your car is up to maintenance and proper running condition first because this gets over looked way to much for many people I know. Lots of buddies on mine get a cars and start modding the heck out of them and wonder why their motors blow a couple weeks later. 🤦🏻‍♂️ really good info and really good explanation. You have earned another sub. 🤙🏻👌🏼

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate we the support! And you've got to have a good starting point before building the car. Or else, well like you said 😅

[@MomoDva]

18 year old female here who just got her first car (2015 subaru wrx) im not only new to subarus but cars in general, thank you for the nice and detailed video - definitely helps

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the feedback! Welcome to the addicting world of Subaru and Congrats on the WRX! 😁

[@dzcantdrive]

Recently we’ve got “some rain” is an understatement brother haha.

[@Smeedia]

Lol okay we got a lot of rain 🤣

[@tommanning7337]

Man, what a GREAT video!!! You mentioned some things that most people leave out that they wouldn’t even think about👍🏻 Keep this stuff coming bro!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks for the feedback my dude! Gotta touch on all the aspects, always more to come! 😁😁😁

[@andrewrabito9677]

very good. i approve of this video as a license tech!!!

[@jptothetree]

Returning to this video after recently purchasing my first WRX (2020 with 3,250 miles on it)! Saw it a while ago, saved it, and now I'm back lol. Great content here!

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy, congrats on the car!!!

[@dustindeville9428]

You're my favorite wrx guy. Namely because this is an honest opinion from a guy that has a wealth of knowledge. Just bought a 2018 that I really want to last. Thanks

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car Dustin! Also appreciate the support my friend 🔥

[@Geo2Cold]

I actually like this guys vids, I usually fall off or leave half way through videos but with this channel I stay and watch videos all the way usually.

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the time spent, when I started making them I wanted to to be engaging and not dry like others that I've seen because I'm the same way.

[@codybrian8767]

I just got my 16 WRX and instantly found this video. I also live in WA and would love to get together and talk more about what I can do with the car 🙏🏻

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the new car and feel free to shoot me a DM! Been taking me a few to get though them but I always do 🔥

[@hunterjohnson8200]

"Who doesn't like it tight." Words to live by

[@CraftLabs7]

So nice to take 10 min and watch your videos and get a handful of usful tips that otherwise would only be learned by trial and error or in depth research. Thanks for what you do!

[@Smeedia]

Anytime and appreciate the support 🙌

[@BoogerJQ]

This man is awesome. I just found you like 3 days ago and I’ve watched at least like 10-15 videos.

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support! Glad that the content is being helpful! If you ever have any questions feel free to reach out! 😁

[@robifleming]

This is the best mod video out there! Well done!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🔥🙏

[@joncollins4603]

Just bought a ‘16 STI and I’m really enjoying your knowledge and appreciate your sharing it with us 👍😎👊

[@Smeedia]

Glad that the videos have been helping! 😁😁😁

[@buckyluckyou]

New to subies, just got my 19 STI. Just put An R400 exhaust on it and about to purchase the Cobb intake with the access port. I never new they dont support the intake + aftermarket downpipe. Really glad you said this, as it def changes the tempo and direction of my build. You just got a new subscriber. Keep up the great content. Bucky

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the new car! Yeah I found out the hardway when it came to the downpipe intake issue, so glad I could help prepare you for it! Appreciate the support 😁🔥

[@XxArmedGamerxX]

My 2016 sti has a catless downpipe, cobb Sf intake, tomei exaust and protune. Had the car for 1year and 1/2 now no problems. Make sure you stay on top of oil changes. I do mine every 3k miles. (Sounds crazy but gotta be safe)

[@Eagleye11700]

ThatDudeJessie What was the protune process like? I just installed the Cobb Big SF intake yesterday along with the CBE.

[@XxArmedGamerxX]

J. Rob my tuner would send me a tune for me to test and then i send him 4 datalogs doing stuff he asked like a pull in 4th, a pull through all gears and regular driving, and then send him the datalog so he can revise. He sent me 4 tunes until it was right. Whole proccess took about 2 hours.

[@kaisvlog7208]

Your enthusiasm is admirable bro. Keep it up no matter what they say

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Appreciate the support and just doing what i love 🔥😁

[@deshawnd06]

New to the channel and must say I respect the fact you put maintenance and a proper background knowledge of maintaining your car before doing anything to it. Definitely gonna be watching a lot more videos

[@Smeedia]

Thank you for the support! Without having a solid foundation to build on the car just wont last. If you ever have any questions feel free to reach out my man! 🙌

[@dominicdenbo6839]

So one thing I do wanna throw out there as well for ideas, I have an 09 sti hatch. Unfortunately I work a job that doesn't pay enough to do expensive upgrades but if your looking for a cheap way to get that stock suspension out. I did eibach lowering springs on stock struts. They drop the car about an inch and makes it way more aerodynamic and fast. But yeah I spent about 130 on the springs

[@Smeedia]

Very good spring recommendation, the RCE Yellows are another popular option people go with

[@bruceholinight7978]

Love the car and all cars with 🌟..#1 figure out where you want to end up , Subarus made in the US don't have the JDM goodies everyone wants ! I just finished a bugeye build , the second one so I was already aware of the issues i wanted reliability so I started with a good WRX body and bought a version 8 ej207 , s203 6 speed , axels R180 etc, etc , the absolute nessesary item's ( in my opinion ) are , stand alone ecu , intake , reverse cooling mod , equal length header's , catch can , Brembos or similar and a good radiator ! I burned up several 205s , junk . 2.5 will work but it needs to be fully forged $$$$$ ! Best option if you need a motor is a low mileage version 7 if you can live without avcs+dccd or version 8 . JDM engine doesn't work with access port but custom tune is best any way , all just my opinion but I have done it and made all the mistakes !

[@davo5400]

It’s nice to be able to comeback to these videos as ones build progresses. Ordering MC brace, Tranz brace, rear diff carrier, whiteline positive shift kit and installing that boomba shift plate. Already have the short shifter and the in-cabin goodies done. Hoping this takes away the unnecessary movement going on under me. Thanks sir 🫡

[@atomic_3is]

Thank youu soo much. This is the kind of video I’ve been searching all over KZbin and I’m soo glad I found you. Thank youu soo much and it helps a lot

[@Smeedia]

Glad the video helped! Appreciate the support and feel free to reach out if you have any questions 🔥

[@TiKiHudson]

I’ve been impatiently waiting for my first Subi to get here. Got a 2017 WRX STi. Been doing nothing but watching videos and preparing my wallet for what’s to come.

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car! When is is suppose to arrive?! 😁

[@TiKiHudson]

@@Smeedia sometime next week, I impatiently check the tracking like 10x a day in between watching your videos lol. STI has been one of my childhood dream cars. So extremely excited to get started. And love your videos, they’re super helpful.

[@RC_Obsession]

Awesome job man! I ain’t worried about voiding my warranty. A deer voided it by totaling it a while ago 🤣🤣

[@jedastillero2591]

Newbie subie driver and have been watching you since, also saw you on FB group. Great vids man keep it up 👍✌️

[@Smeedia]

Eyyy appreciate the support 🙌😁

[@kevinclemente7035]

Whats the FB page bro?

[@AsiongSalungat]

So knowledgeable! Modify at your own risk, make it look good the way you want it!

[@Smeedia]

🥳🥳🥳

[@francissubida8241]

Amazing video!! Awesome content!!!! As entertaining as it is to see people doing pulls and showing off, this video tops all!!! No frills but literally checks every single box with being informative, by far the best video I’ve come by in terms of doing mods! I’m glad I came across this channel.

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the kind words and the support! 😁 glad that the video was informative and entertaining 🔥😁

[@octurbojoe]

-External wastegate will get rid of boost creep on a catless downpipe whether on the stock or aftermarket turbo. Of course paired with a boost controller. -Aside from the short shifter and many mounts/bushings I replaced, a CF driveshaft is the best investment I've done in that department. Low speed driving is much smoother and acceleration is a little peppier. No neck snapping, just enough to make you giggle. -The MC brace made the biggest difference in pedal feel. Pads, lines, and fluid for reduced stopping distance. -I went full HAM on suspension/bracing. It's by no means a beginner's way. -I recently installed fixed bucket seats. I feel eeeeeeverything that the car is doing.

[@Smeedia]

How did you like the CF driveline? I've always been interested in one but could never justify it. EWG is the route to go to eliminate boost creep, still need to do one on my car 😅 Suspension bracing is what I'm focusing on right now

[@octurbojoe]

@@Smeedia Awesome. Yeah the (PST) CF driveshaft is another mod that many overlook but makes the driving experience much smoother. The great thing about this is you can feel a difference at all RPM ranges. It doesn't require a tune as some ask because it's not part of the engine. What you'll notice immediately is the 1st to 2nd gear change is butter smooth. No more jerking or bucking, even though I've been driving manual for 24 years, lol. Personally I'd do this over a feather lightweight pulley that can potentially damage the engine.

[@Smeedia]

@@octurbojoe I've always stayed away from light weight pulleys, I dont trust the fact that your not using a harmonic balancer with most of them. I'll have to check out the driveshaft might snag one in the near future 🤔

[@octurbojoe]

@@Smeedia I haven't had any issues with my Grimmspeed Pulley. It's the "heaviest of the lightweight pulleys, lol. I'll be swapping it back to the OE pulley on my next oil change. Like the front strut tower bar, it's just placebo.

[@Dave-so7sf]

CF driveshaft and lighter wheels is definitely my next mod. Glad to hear someone say they think it was worth it!

[@lukakontozis2340]

Just got my first car and have been loving these videos

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car! 🙌😁

[@fatherchungus3339]

Thank you my man for making this video...I recently got 06 WRX and got some work to do and this is great info..Thank you Sir

[@Smeedia]

Glad that the video helped out 😁😁😁

[@fatherchungus3339]

Oh I'm sure I will be asking you questions as I go so thanks for your info

[@dynamicgarage4727]

Im happy i found your channel. A random dude posted on the Facebook forums about your airlift video and I gotta say I really like your vids dawg

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support and that they're getting around, main intent is to help people out 🙌

[@hunterlee6415]

I just started watching your channel and I'm loving it. Cant stop watching, very helpful info man.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you and glad the videos are helping! 😁😁😁

[@Edgar.55]

I just got a 2017 WRX base model and everything is up to date with maintenance, new tires, breaks etc but the dealership never replaced the clutch and it went out on me 2,400 in. The car had over 83k miles when I got it and the dealership didn't think it had to be replaced. Right now it's at a shop. But hopefully once I get it replaced I can start moving it if money permits.

[@Tony-tk4ht]

I just bought a black 2014 wrx hatch with 69k miles and its bone stock. I'm new to the subaru world and i will definitely be looking to those mods listed!

[@Smeedia]

Congratulations on the new car! 😁 glad that it helped!

[@ceetee69]

hi bro. i just got my sti 2016 last monday for 26k USD(your channel is a big help in convincing myself to get 1, lol!). it looks like i'll be watching more of your old vids :) i don't have plans on heavily modifying the car since i'm no expert when it comes to cars but thanks to your vids, i do have guides on what needs to be maintain and to some basic mods.

[@Smeedia]

Congratulations on the car! And thanks for the awesome feedbaxk and that the videos are helping, modified or not theyre definitely fun cars 😁

[@15subarusti59]

I picked up an insaaaaaaaaane 2011 full STI swapped WRX with a IAG stage 4 closed deck EJ257 “tuff block”, I beam rods, Manley pistons, external wastegate, FP green turbo, 1300cc injectors, nasty looking Brembos and STI calipers, 6-speed, RPF1’s and the list goes on bunch of Perrin upgrades, FMIC, Braun race, stage 4 clutch, seats with harnesses and roll bar, Sony in dash, sunroof!!! Cars so much cleaner and powerful than I ever could have imagined. I’m so happy. He has over $45,000 in the car and I paid $13,000 cash. I’m beyond happy. Thing fucking SCREWS I just got it today and kids are already pulling up beside me saying ‘holy fuckkkkk!”

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyyy, congrats on the car! Sounds like a fun one 😍

[@15subarusti59]

@@Smeedia thank you guys!

[@yamilmelendez2667]

Bro this is a good ass video bro never saw it and now watching it. 💪🏻💪🏻 good to know

[@Smeedia]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@robertmacdonald7060]

Now that I’m a proud owner of an STI :) I’m starting here.. thanks for all the content

[@Smeedia]

Glad its helping and congrats on the new car 😁😁😁

[@lucienlalachance]

Hey man it's just youtube but you personally have made me confident enough on my knowledge of the wrx platform that I'll be shopping for one next month! Thanks for sharing info without being obnoxious and loud! I cant wait to be in a sweet awd for once!

[@Smeedia]

Glad that I can help 🙏 keep me posted on what you get! 😁😁😁

[@miggydizon]

Bro that sti is 🔥

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy, thank you 🙌

[@joshmorrow424]

Killer B pickup and baffle!!!!!!! The factory ones are known for failure. It's so cheap for the insurance at keeping the stock motor alive from oil starvation. Cylinder 4 cooling mod and EL headers are also the best for longevity of the motor too...

[@Smeedia]

Agreed, but felt those were past beginners modifications, I touch on all of those in my reliability video but I do agree with you for the longevity aspect.

[@joshmorrow424]

@@Smeedia ehh maybe slightly above. Being I've turned wrenches for so long I forget there really is a beginner line haha

[@justingray760]

My 2 cents for the man on a budget, the car only needs the whiteline rear swaybar on the medium setting, forget the springs and front swaybar. the front sway bar is far to heavy for the car and will actually cause worse under steer. and the springs don't make much difference. I would consider myself a decent driver but far from pro and i cant drive the car to 10/10ths with just the rear swaybar its all you need trust me to many people think they need the whole kit when you just dont. You also should not use " Blow off valves " it must be set to fully recirculate the car simply isnt designed for it. the car also doesn't need a catch can unless you are doing track work for the later moddel STIS they are completley fine without one. i would suggest Full invidia exhaust and downpipe with a process west air intake and a protune, The cobb access ports are a generic tune and every car is different and despite them adjusting it via "email" tunes i would highly suggest you think about what you are risking by going the cheap route. alot of people also install these mods without getting a tune because people convince them the car " learns " or adjusts for the changes witch is just flat out false. any modifcation you make to a subaru it should be tuned first and each time you add something else so best to save up the money and get it done all at once.

[@Smeedia]

I agree that the whiteline rear sway is plenty enough for a good bump in handling, however; most enthusiasts like the look of a lowered car and springs are a great way to achieve that if your on a budget. Lowering the center of gravity a little more will still give a solid bump in handling as well. The BOV is a good option if you are going to jump onto speed density, but if your still on a MAF Car then a BPV is the way to go. I would disagree with the catch can point though, these cars get A LOT of blow by, take any factory STI and look inside of the couplers between the intercooler and the turbo and there is a good amount of oil pooling that your pushing back through the intake track, even daily driven cars accumulate a good amount of oil build up. The Acessport is a great way to monitor your car and the OTS Maps are okay to run with the proper modifications done to the car to match what the map suggests. However; I always suggest a protune or an etune over an OTS map since they are very generic in comparison to a tune that is actually put on the car to match what the ECU is reading and what is done to it. The older GD models were much better at learning and correcting than the GR and VA chassis but I would agree that a tune is required for bulk performance mods and from a cost savings aspect it is better to do them all at once and then get a tune done.

[@nanu4754]

Recently got a 99 legacy outback and believe it or not this sh it pulls a lil 🤣🤣❤️

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyyy, glad to hear and they're fun cars 🙌🔥

[@idi0tdetectioninprogress]

One of the best cars ever made. AND being a '99 you dont have mega silly electronics and plugging in computers everytime something goes wrong.

[@nanu4754]

@@idi0tdetectioninprogress I wish I could make a lil more power tho

[@idi0tdetectioninprogress]

@@nanu4754 Dont be greedy 😂! I run a '99 jdm Fozzie at 280 break, thats enough for me 😁.

[@nanu4754]

@@idi0tdetectioninprogress ej20 swap?

[@SiCaRiI_DaGgEr]

This video aged VERY WELL! 🔥 I just got into the Subie family a few weeks ago/w a 2011 STI 140k miles and found your channel. I watched a few of your videos and man you're like a Kungfu Master of Subie's (lol) I shall call you Subaru Sifu. On a serious note your knowledge of this platform is respected and this video will be used as a reference for me to build on. Quick question..... After buying my 2011 I immediately had a compression and leakdown done. The Compression was consistent across all cylinders @ 145psi (Within specs) Leakdown was Cylinder 1-2,4 10% (90) Cylinder 3 15% (85) What are your thoughts and maybe recommendations on this, taking into account I would like to build for a little more power (400hp)? Considering the mileage I do understand I may need to have internal work done. Would you think it's best to install a new long block and start from there? Thanks for the work you're doing on this platform..... Subbed!

[@soundwaves2453]

Subscribed in the first minute. Dude knows his shit

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support my man 🙏

[@jakeneff8062]

Just got into the Subaru scene and this helped so much on what I should or shouldn’t do! Also who would you recommend for getting a pro tune done? I just got my 2015 STI and looking to do Basically Cobb stage 3 with the pro tune with I’m up in Bellingham so I’m already making a trip .

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support there are a lot of good tuners up here, PRE, Cobb, Intec. Personally I have always gone to Surgline Tuning because they use to be a shop that Cobb owned and they're tuner had been there for a long time. They're awesome!

[@Kichizo_DJ]

Drunkmann tuning is pretty good he etuned my buyeye. I think it took 3-4 days. During the process I had to replace my coil packs and plugs since it started to misfire at high boost. But part of the etuning process was mainly our time zones. after all that he ended up sending me a burble tune once we finalized the map. He does travel a lot so if it’s in your area probably should hit him up on Instagram or Facebook. Factionfab is good to look into for rotors and coilovers for budget minded stuff. Perrin, Cobb, mishimoto tomei, or Invidia are good companies to stick around for a lot of engine stuff. I just installed my tomei exhaust with the Cobb catted downpipe, it’s pretty loud. With the bubble tune it pops and crackles a lot. I’m probably going to see him in feb when he visits Hawaii since I added the tomei ti exhaust for peace of mind. Hope you have fun with your build! I’m pretty new to the subi world so figured I lend a hand.

[@jackreardon4384]

Stage 3? So you are going to the track a lot?

[@SNEEPER1980]

New to the channel and to subarus! Love the channel! It’s full of good information! Thank you for the great content

[@Smeedia]

Eyyy appreciate the support and welcome to the world of subaru 🙌

[@SNEEPER1980]

@@Smeedia cool you are from WA too brother! I live here as well! Definitely going to take the advice from your recommendations on upgrades for sure!

[@MindsetTheory]

So good! I'm gona be building my Subie real soon. Thanks for sharing brotha!

[@Smeedia]

Exciting stuff!!! Glad that the videos Re helping 🙌🙌🙌

[@MindsetTheory]

@@Smeedia might be a stupid question, but will I need a tune even if I use an accessport for bolt ons?

[@Smeedia]

@@MindsetTheory you can get away with it to an extent depending on the mods that you have

[@outlawhillbilly3851]

I like your videos, i just bought a new 2019 sti.. it has 420 miles on it as of today.. i live south of you here in the PNW

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car! I am Jealous! I want your brakes 😅 lol not too far away then! Appreciate the support!

[@zackeryshoot2605]

I looked at Cobb’s website and all I could find was for the STI. Would it work just a normal WRX? I just bought a 2020 WRX. Or is there a good accessport for just a WRX that you recommend?

[@vasiliosnikolopoulos6384]

Zackery Shoot same, have 2020 wrx and don’t see anything on their official website

[@Smeedia]

Totally missed your comment apologies, they should be releasing the 2020 maps in the near future. Takes them a little while to get the newest ones out

[@hebegb1966]

Got my Cobb AP from them directly with preloaded maps for my brand new shiny 2020 WRX. What? Yeah ya! Ok. Plus 15% military discount.

[@upliftedlife9701]

Just what I was looking for 👍👍

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy, glad the videos helped 🔥

[@z-ro34]

I just picked up a 2016 WRX recently. Something you missed at the beginning is replace the OEM wheel studs. they're the absolute worst. other than that, I cleaned the MAF sensor and added some better tires and brake pads.

[@Smeedia]

I've never had too much trouble with the MAF sensor but it is something that should be cleaned, never had a wheel stud break before, then again I always swap out to the ARP Wheel studs 😅

[@WavySwayzeee]

12:34 got emm 👌🏽😂

[@Smeedia]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hennybandit1364]

We got the same wheels! Love my Work Emotion D9Rs!

[@sidyagafamily4735]

Nice vid, my guy!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you, appreciate the support 😁

[@carlpenney4506]

My STI is stock 100%, I swear a stock wrx are more rare than modified ones. Because it seems everyone mods their wrx’s.

[@Smeedia]

for real, Whenever I am buying used its like finding a needle in a hay stack. I got lucky with my 2017 and it was Stock when I bought it.

[@JP-hr3xq]

Mind you, if a catted downpipe helps with boost creep, then so should putting that black plate in front of the internal waste gate. I wonder if that isn't why the Subaru engineers put it there?

[@Jmac42]

Awesome video, great attitude. Keep it up!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! 🙏🙏🙏

[@ThePitLaneContent]

Dude 😱 finally someone that has nice subie vids. Just subscribed and i look forward to see where you take your channel.

[@Smeedia]

Haha thank you! The support is appreciated! Big video coming out on Monday that's been in the works for a little while. So perfect timing 😉 if you ever have any video requests feel free to reach out!

[@rhysdriedger5381]

I just bought a Type RA with an Invidia N400 and I'm fine waiting my warrenty out for anything else my main mods will be fresh tires for autocross >:D

[@Smeedia]

Jealous, how do you like the RA? What's the warranty period like on them? Any different than a standard warranty?

[@alexbare7181]

I’m building a 2004 liberty

[@christianrios7037]

What brand do you recommend for the rear differential carrier, master cylinder brace, as well as brake lines? Also do you think control and toe arms are necessary if I am not doing any heavy suspension modifications and just lowering the car (with FA20s) enough to eliminate the wheel gap?

[@Smeedia]

Torque solutions is decent, it's what I use. Brake lines I would use stop tech. You shoudlent need toe arms unless your trying to go crazy with it.

[@christianrios7037]

@@Smeedia FA500s* but you know what I meant haha. Thank you though!

[@halroofner4069]

Do you have a video on basic upgrades for non turbo Subaru’s?

[@GizmoFts]

I learned so much from your channel thanks brotha! Happy holidays!!

[@Smeedia]

Happy holidays to you as well! And the support is appreciated! 😁 glad that the content is helping!

[@Kichizo_DJ]

Honestly wish I saw this when I got my buyeye last year. But was lucky enough the car was already set up engine wise. Yes I do agree the Cobb short shifter isn’t the best I have one in my car I don’t really like it so I may try switching it out with one of the brands you listed. Awesome video!

[@Smeedia]

The support is appreciated! Bug eyes are one of my favs. The Kartboy had always been a good choice for me in the past!

[@WickedFk8]

Definitely gonna get this parts for my STI too.

[@Smeedia]

Worth it 🙏🙌🔥

[@keithprinn6900]

stock intake blow off valve injectors and fuel pump all OK until you start modifying significantly IMHO over 20 years of modified Subaru ownership . Downpipe and tune with a full turbo back exhaust preferable. Significant more low to mid range torque achieved and wakes the car up with a 3 port Perrin or Grimspeed controller(WRX or turbo Liberty/Legacy and Forester). First recommend for tyres is spot on.

[@Smeedia]

Injectors, fuel pump and FPR I would suggest swapping on the 15+ STIs just for the lean efficeny problems they have but aside from that spot on 🔥 even with just a downpipe and tune the car becomes much more enjoyable

[@drivepov2585]

I'm driving a legacy and just want some more powaa baby. Looking to just get up to the 250hp range

[@Smeedia]

Legacy GT? 🙏

[@Chuys_Rd1]

I just got my 2017 wrx, used. I’ve installed a COBB Sf Intake, Boomba BPV, Cobb AP and CNT Racing muffler deletes. Thinking about getting a catted down pipe next

[@Smeedia]

Downpipe will be a solid pump in power for you!

[@Gotchalittleahhh23]

Heard AP doesn’t void warranty since dealer has no way of telling that you had it installed, only way they can tell is if you don’t uninstall it before taking it in then they can see it’s there

[@Smeedia]

The dealer can see if you install an Acessport. The ECU stores the flash codes whenever you download a map onto the car. Some people will tell you they look at key cycles and that use to be the case, but now adays Subaru can see when you reflash your car

[@Gotchalittleahhh23]

Smeedia so does Cobb just say dealers can’t see it in order to sell products? I’ve seen a lot of different things upon this because I really want to go stage 1 on my 2019 Sti but scared of voiding the warranty, I’ve seen people say dealer does see it, I’ve seen others say dealer can’t see it, I’ve never seen a solid answer on that which is what has me all confused

[@Smeedia]

@@Gotchalittleahhh23 the dealer can see that the ECU has been refresher. If someone installed an AP on their car and ran a OTS tune and something happened to the engine. The dealer can look at the ECU to see what was flashed onto the car.

[@vitoant1876]

Love your videos man, great info you share!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Appreciate the support! 😁

[@arnaudbrulhart564]

Can we buy an accessport and mount in the car without any flash Ecu? Just for gauges

[@Smeedia]

On older ECUs you could. I don't think you can on the newer ones unfortunately 😤

[@royconestoga7326]

Wrong way to modify your car: Remove the brakes.

[@svtwrc]

04 STi here budget build . Cobb FTW even if your going pro tune it’s an amazing data and troubleshooting device. This channel rules !

[@Smeedia]

The AP has saved me so many time in the past when it comes to data monitoring to see what's going on, and the convenience of pulling a code when they pop up is so nice. Appreciate the support! 😁

[@mrm7525]

I see some people reporting adding an aos will require a tune, is that not the case?

[@Smeedia]

Correct, no tune needed 🙏

[@aaronmcilwaine3537]

Is it always a good idea to put AOS on ur subie no matter the weather condition. Does it or will it affect the performance of the car .

[@franklinmotorsports1406]

Great video bro! Love your thoughts on everything

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Appreciate the support! 😁

[@GeneralScope]

Not sure if you know this or not, but in my area I don't have anybody that will tune my car. With that being said, would it be wise to tune my car without any mods done to it? If so, would I use an access port? Also I don't have a warranty through Subaru, I have one through Toyota, so would that void my warranty? Thanks in advance

[@Smeedia]

If it is an extended warranty like that it gets a little sticky with what they void and what they approve. You can get an E tune, so what you do it send data logs via the accessport to the tuner and they make adjustments to the map that made you. But if you wanted to run a OTS map then you can run a stage 1 map from the accessport without any mods done to the car and it should liven it up a bit.

[@ModdedRex]

Do you have anymore videos digging deeper into suspension?

[@HugoHardinge]

SPC makes LCAs which you were referring too

[@Smeedia]

SPC, for some reason I kept thinking it was SBC lol

[@jerryekent]

New to the WRX world. Are you able to put a short ram intake on?

[@ramonzavala2220]

I thought about getting a wrx premium, or another trim should I? 2020 btw since each year has slight differences apparently

[@Smeedia]

The premium is a good middle tier with a good amount of amenities and current and up to date features. I would say go for it 😁

[@ramonzavala2220]

@@Smeedia if I do I was thinking of getting the performance package

[@Smeedia]

@@ramonzavala2220 personally I think it's worth the money the seats and brakes alone are worth the investment

[@ramonzavala2220]

@@Smeedia I'm waiting for next year (February) so I might even get an sti, or depends on how the new models perform & look , price point to

[@christianrios7037]

So I recently-ish installed the rear differential carrier, rear diff mount inserts, positive shift kit, and transmission mounts and I’m hearing a wheel bearing like noise from the rear of the car. Did you notice something similar happen with your install? I too it to Subaru and they said it was not the wheel bearings either.

[@Smeedia]

On a scale from 1-10 how loud? Normally you'll hear some fun drive train noises after swapping all thise out but shouldent sound like a bad wheel bearing

[@christianrios7037]

@@Smeedia So when idling there is no noise. I’d rate it a 3 out of 10 and it definitely is louder at higher speeds than at lower speeds. I took it to Subaru two weeks ago and one tech said it was my rear differential and then the “Subaru engineer” said it was just the bushings. Something doesn’t make sense because I only have 7k miles on the car. I did also have my coilovers installed at the same time that I began to hear this noise 🤔

[@baruwrxyz9772]

Great vid, earned my sub! Tho I have a WRX, the mod-path pretty much is the same. And I absolutely agreed on the ball-joint style Whiteline swaybar endlinks. Easy to install, yes; but started creaking in 2 months from the inside(where the ball-joint thingy is) somehow. Swapped them out with the Perrin ones and running so far so good.

[@Smeedia]

I had the entire ball point pull out from the endlink twice... after that I went with Perrin and couldent be happier with them. Appreciate the support! 😁

[@DNL82]

Amazing information 👌👏

[@Smeedia]

🤝🤝🤝

[@gilbert6803]

What’s the cheapest upgrade I can do to the suspension? Is a sway bar on the front suspension worth it without other mods?

[@apreviousseagle836]

Basil doesn't like it tight. I had to swap the lowering springs out of mine when I bought it, and put stock springs back. Basil is an old seagull in his 40's, and the harsh setup was busting my ass, literally!

[@kaletesio3953]

Would you make any changes to this guide 2 years later?

[@Smeedia]

I've got a few updated ones now but for thr most part it's fairly same same 🤝

[@kaletesio3953]

Thank you very much! Got the AOS and Cylinder 4 Cooling Mod on order now. Will be getting the accessport and Intake towards the end of the year. Wanted to go reliability first!

[@Itchintogodeerhuntin]

Nice vid info!! What’s the cost approx. on all these mods you mentioned?

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! And that all depends on brands but I would rough estimate 2-3k total 🤔

[@raco3054]

Just subscribed!! Great content will start to watch all your installation vids so that I can work on mine.

[@Smeedia]

The support is appreciated! 😁 the install videos are good ones, whenever I use to look for some I could never find good in depth videos

[@sensiblestoner5766]

Im currently at 1:30 and ill sub if you dont say ooh! Again for the rest of the video 😂

[@nathan-h9w]

you might not see this since the vids 3 years old but i just got a 2008 subaru impreza wrx ej20x swapped with a few other mods. everyone is telling me this is a ticking time bomb. thoughts?

[@alcaraballo4211]

Brother I need some help with polish and waxes I got a rally blue 2019 wrx down in florida,this sun is no joke,let me know what's your best choice. Awesome videos🤙👍🏼

[@Smeedia]

Ive always used chemical guys jet seal, re apply every 3 months and keeps the paint lookong flawless 🔥🙏😁

[@JL-dk3te]

Thank you, this was really helpful. 👍🏽

[@Smeedia]

Anytime, glad it helped! 🙏😁

[@implicious]

Thanks for all the insight!! Gained a sub, appreciate all this knowledge as I may be entering the subie world.

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support! What are you looking at getting? 👀

[@implicious]

Smeedia looking at picking up a clean ‘15 WRX near me.

[@Smeedia]

@@implicious yesssss, I enjoyed my 16 WRX when I had it, really fun for city driving!

[@implicious]

Smeedia That’s what I’m hoping for! If it comes to be, I’ll definitely be taking your advice as I get used to her.

[@vmmramos]

Hey, I really want to buy a WRX but there's no specialized shop for Subarus where I live. I'd like to buy one that's already rebuilt with forged internals, but with maintenance history and some safety upgrades. First thing I would do is making some of the safety upgrades, is it a bad idea?

[@Josuewrxx]

Yea

[@kg2157]

Dope videos, subscribed!! I just got a 18 WRX CVT, might be a silly question as im new to mods but any sense in modifying a cvt? Im hearing different things but want to know if its worth the $?

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the new car and appreciate the support 🙏 the CVTs can be hit or miss, some like mods some don't. IMO gbeyre still worth modding just don't go over the top, CVTs don't like a ton of power

[@omgbeatz7039]

I have 2020 wrx can I just run Intake and j pipe without the injectors and fuel pump like you stated?

[@Smeedia]

The 2020 is direct injected and does not need them swapped. But a J pipe and I take are just fine on an OTS Tune 🙏

[@omgbeatz7039]

@@Smeedia will I need to be pro tuned or etuned if I run Cobb intake and grimspeed j pipe. I would assume so right?

[@Smeedia]

Ideally yes you would 🙏

[@djandybass]

Do I need to get an AOS if the only mods I plan on doing are Accessport/Cobb SF intake and BPV and muffler deletes?

[@Smeedia]

I would suggest just getting an AOS is someone planned on staying stock. You get a good amount of blow by over time and the AOS Really helps to correct the issue.