First 5 Mods Every WRX or STI Owner Should Do

[@r.m22]

this boys hella underrated his camera and everything is professional and he’s only at 24k keep up that work

[@Smeedia]

Eyyy, appreciate the kind words my man 🙏

[@deadly134]

Not no more 67k

[@travis1418]

Finally getting the appreciation he deserves

[@tripg8040]

90K and climbing!!!

[@vurblz]

100k ez

[@justinturner4850]

First non warranty voiding mods (IMHO) 1. Suspension 2.tint 3. Wheels 4. Front lip 5. Cat back

[@Smeedia]

Not a bad list 🔥

[@robmiester]

I got a perrin cat back and some winter rims and tires already.. and a tint of course. Everything I want to do now is probably going to void my warranty haha

[@justinturner4850]

Ultimate Warrior I’m in the same boat. Only “non warranty voiding” mod I still want is HT Autos flares but I’m scared to cut my car. Specifically the rear quarter panels. I could buy new fronts but once you cut the rears, there’s no going back lol.

[@thomasmatarazzo198]

No mods can legally void a warranty unless said company can prove the mod was the cause of the failure

[@Smeedia]

Yes but all of the popular engine modifications are easily linkable for SOA to a failed engine

[@micahgunnell]

Another great video! I finally got my first real performance mods installed over the weekend, the Perrin front strut bar, rear 25mm sway bar, and spherical endlinks. The day after, I went for a drive on one of my favorite roads, and all I can say is WOW, the cornering is night and day different. It eats curves for breakfast now. If anyone is considering these, I HIGHLY recommend them.

[@Smeedia]

Sway bars are a VERY VERY good modification to do. Made my list for top mods in warranty 🔥

[@benjaminpasten2958]

How much did that cost you ?

[@micahgunnell]

@@benjaminpasten2958 I think it was around $700 or so for all three? Can’t remember, it’s been three years ago…probably more expensive now with inflation.

[@LaszloBereti]

"playing with it in traffic [...] youre shifting up, youre shifting down, youre shifting left, youre shifting riiight... and then you go in reverse[...]" you caught me.

[@Smeedia]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tynce563]

unless ya boy got a safety reverse ring lock to keep momma proud. XD

[@cesar_703]

Watching this video as I don’t have an sti, but still want one

[@Smeedia]

Hopefully you can snag one soon 🙏😁

[@Deocto]

Did you ever get one?

[@alexbenitezph8867]

Pretty sure all of subie driver’s questions just answered 😂 everything is pretty accurate. thanks bro! always be a numbaah wun fan 👌

[@Smeedia]

Thanks my mannnn 🙏🙏🙏 trying to help answer some of them questions 🔥😁

[@bw1235]

Good list! Here’s mine FWIW: 1. AOS 2. Tires 3. AP 4. Rear Diff Bushings 5. DP 6. Steering rack bushings

[@Smeedia]

Steering rack bushings are a must! 🔥

[@xxraverxxonxtacy]

The 6th mod I would and have done is an aftermarket rear swaybar/solid endlinks to reduce understeer when cornering.

[@Smeedia]

100% agree with this 🔥

[@makikogi]

Love my sway bars but I think cooling mods are more important for reliability. Bigger radiator and 4th cylinder cooling mod to keep those ringlands happy

[@micahgunnell]

YES! I just did these and was blown away but the difference it made. I feel like it's a massive difference for the price.

[@bradsalmonson2387]

Late to the party, but I love your explanation on why getting an etune/protune is so important and that the OTS maps are short term! There are a lot of people in my area modding Subaru's but just running OTS maps and I keep stressing to them how important it is to get a proper tune done before any damage can be done. I hope if anyone can take something away from this video its the importance of tuning

[@Smeedia]

For sure, the tune is such am important aspect that plays into thre longevity of the car 🔥

[@dyingbreed5386]

Built my first WRX in 04 and my knowledge leans towards pre 2011. That said the same first mods generally apply. I would only say replace the AOS with good rubber.

[@TrevorStruthers]

Can't wait to say "i've been here since 20k subs" when you break 200k subs. Your videos are well done. Keep it up.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you my man! And love being able to make and share the videos with everyone 🔥🙏

[@millhouse313]

I have a 2018 wrx on the way. First new car in over 10 years. My GLI has served me well, and is still kicking, but excited to get my subi

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy, congrats on the WRX!

[@JoseMartinez-os5xv]

I have 1200 miles on my WRX and I HAD to change out the shifter bushings and shift stops makes a WORLD of difference, I had a Cobb AP on it at 20 miles lol

[@Smeedia]

Loo starting early 😉 and thise bushings and shifter make such a HUGE difference in driving

[@bretturioste9790]

What front and rear shifter bushings do you use for the 2015+ WRX? I found the Cobb ones, but it says STI?

[@Smeedia]

Perrin 🙏

[@bretturioste9790]

Smeedia oh ok! Like this? www.perrin.com/shop/shifters/rear-shifter-bushing

[@Smeedia]

This one 😁 www.importimageracing.com/products/perrin-brass-shifter-bushing-subaru-wrx-2015-2020?gclid=Cj0KCQjwsuP5BRCoARIsAPtX_wH9W_A0loUMcY_QKLMboNH0hulsMtkFgNMsG_tjXX81UrI2PP8WUz4aAqLREALw_wcB

[@MelloWombat]

Your channel is so helpful! Discovered it while doing research on what to do instead of replacing the bad catalytic converters on my stock WRX. Looking at doing a turbo back exhaust and I’ve already learned a ton from your videos in a day. Thank you

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyyy. Glaf the videos have helped and appreciate the support Joe 🙏🙌

[@worlddelights]

Honestly, love watching your vids. They are so informative! You give concise detailed reasons/explanations for your recommendations. After I watch your vids I feel like I can tackle anything on my STI.... No sure if this is good or bad for the Subie🤓😳 or my pockets🤑🙌🏾

[@Smeedia]

Never hurts to try 😈 and thank you! Try to give some reasoning behind each choice 🔥😁

[@Sunday__Driver]

Highly underrated youtuber, love your stuff!!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Appreciate the support 🙌🙏

[@lowlifeangler]

First mods for a brand new Outback 1. Gas 2. 2 week vacation 3. A cooler 4. Open road 5. 35 hr of music thumb drive 6. Sleeping bag

[@csippola8]

I've started doing your "wooooo" when I'm out cruising

[@Smeedia]

WHOOOOOOOOOOOOO 🔥🙌

[@griffingames7101]

You from Saskatchewan?

[@csippola8]

@@griffingames7101 yes sir sure am

[@spencergreen5934]

Im picking mine up tomorrow , all i need is a good forum to talk to guy like you that know a few things.

[@HoneyGold24]

I’m glad I found your video first and not one of the others that are strictly for performance. I want mine to last and be reliable. I just got it yesterday so I have a little bit of the MOD bug right now haha.

[@adamswartz7670]

Thanks for all the videos Tanner, love how humble you are and willingness to teach.

[@Smeedia]

Always down to help where I can my man 🔥🙏

[@supson1913]

Hey man, love the content. keep up the good work. I do have a question for you though... I purchased my first WRX about a year ago (2011 WRX limited sedan in PBP). The car came with an invidia catted downpipe, invidia n1 single exit exhaust, Cobb Accessport, SF airbox and Cobb short shifter and it is running the Stage 2+ OTS tune. The car now has 159000km on it and I feel it needs some love to bring it back to life.... I plan to get a Protune and AOS soon and I understand it's about the time to do the timing belt/water pump but... What modifications/upgrades can I do to improve the drivability of the car? The car is rust free which is quite a find for where I'm from (Canada) and I plan on keeping it for years to come as year-round DD (it will be winter driven). I'm thinking more in the realm of reliability as it will be a daily driver. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! also if any commenter sees this id love you hear your suggestions as well

[@Smeedia]

Thats a whole novel! Lol the mods outlined it he video below will be perfect for what your looking for, all will enhance longeviry and reliability while maintaining the drive ability of the car 🔥😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jF6yq56ln66JgK8

[@supson1913]

@@Smeedia haha sorry for the long question. Thanks for the reply man. I appreciate you!

[@Smeedia]

Anytime my dude and no worries 😁

[@ironMaiden123mcr]

I don't even own a wrx or STI but find myself diving head deep into their content and engine maintenance along with mods. I guess id rather have an idea of how to start when I own the car eventually. Anyway best mod video I've found yet. All realistic mods here 🤘🏼

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🙏 and hopefully your able to get one in the near future, definitely fun cars to own

[@dannykennedy5885]

Super educational for newbie owners and I can hear your enthusiasm for cars, not sure what job you quit but you will make it doing this bro, your passion shines through your attitude sir 👍keep it up man, nice work

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support and the kind words! Always open for questions when you get them 🙏😁

[@Vohaul214]

Smeedia great content dude, but I have to agree/disagree on your 4th item especially if you are new to owning a Subaru and/or stick shift. I AGREE that a short shifter should be one of the top mods you do but I DISAGREE that it should be one of the first. I feel you should drive at least 20k on the stock shifter and then do the upgrade so you can really feel what improved. Of course doing it early is not going to hurt anything but you'll never know how good it improved the feel over stock. Keep up the great work, I'm so glad I discovered your channel.

[@Smeedia]

Thank-you! And I see your point, personally i can't stand the long throws of the OE shifter and is always one of the first i swap. But for aomeone just lesrning or new new to the platform its not a bad idea to rock the OE one for a while

[@amariedits5257]

What color is your car, i’d love that for a wrap with my white exterior for accents

[@Smeedia]

Gloss rock grey 🙏

[@X3mSean]

Just purchased a 2019 STI, absolutely love it. Got rid of my 1.5 2018 accord which wasn’t bad but the STI overall has much more to offer and more that I can do without destroying that tiny CVT. Glad I found this channel, definitly looking forward to putting some parts into my baby, already running the cat back exhaust ( came on the car ), but looking to do more.

[@Smeedia]

Welcome to the world of subaru! 😁

[@X3mSean]

Smeedia do you happen to have a Instagram where I could contact you easier with questions if needed ?

[@Smeedia]

@Smeedia_ 😁

[@K03sport]

... what, no Accord Sport 2.0t 6M? Or possibly even the Civic Type R as it is very similar in price to the STi.

[@X3mSean]

K03sport Accord 2.0 manuals are extremely hard to come by, as well as the type R, and when I happened to find a type r, they bumped the price up 10,000$ and it was 400 miles from where I live

[@MagiConch28]

Just brought home a 2013 Impreza wrx, so excited to get started!

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car! 🙌🙌🙌

[@LaszloBereti]

Smeedee!! i was at a car meet yesterday talking shop with a fellow STi (hyper blue series) when we realized the "awesome build on youtube" we were talking about for inspiration was YOU!!! youre blowing up bigger than an EJ257 800whp stock block

[@nigeljoycey5644]

Just bought a 2019 sti, I had a 2013 sti before and ran an ots map from cobb with their downpipe and intake. Now I wish I got a pro tune for that one, because the gains didn't feel that significant but I just didn't wanna spend the extra money for a pro tune. Needless to say I'm going to do things properly this time. It does help the 2019 has stronger internals.

[@vkc7589]

just blew my 19' sti stock, at 29k and denied warranty on stock car. Fuck SOA, and said f it, project car time.. Got a IAG stage 1 short block with IAG AOS, Bigger oil pan kit, 12mm oil pump, ap, cobb 20g turbo, grimmspeed dry con air filter, remark catback (str8 pipes).. injectors and fuel pump coming next. Doin it right.

[@darinsath292]

Looking to pick up my first STI(2015) after Thanksgiving so I'm doing A LOT of research! I keep finding myself back to your channel, so I sub'd! Great mix of content and very informative. Scratchin' my head as to how your only at 68K subs. Let's see that SILVER KZbin plate!!

[@Smeedia]

Hopefully your able to find the one 🔥 if you've got any questions when looking around or after you snag one feel free to ask 🙌 also appreciate the support 🙏

[@robrowman6156]

This video was super helpful and informative for someone new to getting into tuning

[@Smeedia]

Glad I could share! 🙏🙏

[@sr20alty]

Picked up my 2020 STI about a week before this video came out. Since then, got an Accessport and Short Shifter. Next week, getting the AOS, Turbo-Back and pro-tune done. Thanks for putting these vids together, I find all the product recommendations and mod suggestions/explanations super informative. Keep at it!

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car and good luck on the dyno! 😁😁

[@sr20alty]

@@Smeedia Fingers crossed. Also have a Cyl 4 cooling mod and Cobb BPV going on as well. Just re-watched your "Path to 340 HP" video to start shopping next steps. Keep doing what you do, sir.

[@EJ257IHI]

That's the way to go. I would get a different oil pickup tube as well. Defi gauges and RECARO seats if you got extra $$$$.

[@jamborginiii1732]

@@EJ257IHI what’s an oil pickup tune?

[@dalan_screenprotech]

Don't forget about Screen ProTech! Keep the stuff you look at pristine!

[@omniglory3261]

I commented on one of your posts in the FB group without my VPN on yesterday where you mentioned your YT channel, now I have 4 of your videos in my recommended on here. Damn trackers got me lmao

[@Smeedia]

Lol they're always watching 😅🔥

[@WRXMAN-ms2mm]

Birds of a feather flock together! Essentially my list of foundational power making💪💪🏾 and driver feedback mods I did. Those more or less get the snowball rolling because after you have bitten the warranty busting forbidden 🚫 fruit Pandora’s box is open and you will want no crave more🤣.

[@Smeedia]

Oh yes! They are the building blocks to a great car! Plus once you start on them you just keep going down the rabbit hole 😅

[@phengbun1820]

Totally agree because these are mods I got on my WRX hatch, with extra like drop in KN filter, rear sway bar, steel braided lines, DBA rotors/hawks pads and just good A/S sport tires. Look stock from the outside, but I’m fine with it. Surprise a bunch of cars

[@simonvance8054]

Thanks so much bro for all your advice, it helps us guys new to modification...

[@Smeedia]

Glad I can help 🥳

[@Rs3mocha]

my first mods that DID not void my warranty- i literally asked audi for permission before doing 1. intake 2. turbo inlet 3. intercooler 4. kw v3 coilovers 5. bc forged rims on ps4s tires and 6. for bonus- iroz catch cans( engine and dsg)

[@MrTummmy]

Yassss. First mod on my wrx was the kartboy shifter and bushing. It’s Like a brand new (and better) car now! Next for me will be lowering suspensions and sway bars!

[@Smeedia]

Yasssss, people underestimate the short shifter mod!

[@EJ257IHI]

The Cobb Stage 2 off the shelf map made my 2004 STi run like crap. It actually made less power on the dyno than Stage 1. After 6 dyno pulls, my tuner managed to get the car to run smoothly. It made 262 AWHP and 293 AWTQ on 91 California pump gas. Modifications were Titek catted DP, walbro 255 fuel pump, APS 65mm CAI and the tune.

[@Subi_doo]

My personal opinion is the short shifter from the factory is worth it. I test drove a 2023 wrx premium, with the Sti shifter from factory and the gear box was tight. No shifter shake, no slip, every gear was easily found unlike some other manual cars I’ve owned. I’m going to be taking a 2023 wrx limited they have coming in. I was going to wait to order the TR, but for $48k msrp as rumored, I just don’t see the benefit. I can add Sti brakes to the 2023 limited, im most likely going to add lowering springs as I want it to be daily driveable and I don’t need recaro seats as the stock Subaru seats are pretty on point. Also to note, you move up to 19” wheels over the 18”. I’d rather have 18” wheels as their are more people who stock an 18 over a 19”. The tr comes with the same engine, Brembo brakes Tuned springs Recaro seats Some alcantara on the dash No sunroof 19” wheels All this for $48k, I can literally do all that for less and have every being I want

[@farleylk]

I love your channel man, super useful advice of course but just the way you put the videos together and the knowledge and depth is incredible. You're easily my go-to Subaru video guy haha.. thanks for the awesome content, I find myself just watching videos I have no business watching because im not even on that mod yet, but get sucked in regardless hahahaha. Great channel and will forever recommend your videos. Thanks for helping me add onto my 16' the boomba ss is super smooth... all the thumbs up.

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support my friend and glaf the hear your enjoying thr boomba! Solid shifter set up 🔥😁

[@angelruizvillot2665]

Man i got min 3 weeks ago a 2019 wrx and love the freaking car. Took almost whole year to get an approval feom the wife but finally she said go get the car.

[@Smeedia]

Glad to hear that you were able to snag one 🔥😁

[@churchknows7843]

For real, I had to wreck my motorcycle twice and her to find out we were expecting to get the okay to get the 19' STI. Absolutely loving it.

[@DanGoodShotHD]

As a nood who's as nood as a noob can get, this video was big help. Thanks!

[@Xscrap0042X]

Haha thanks brother as always! These were definitely solid and I appreciate your take on it and not listing the exact same list that everyone else always mentions. Yessahhhh

[@Smeedia]

The lists other people have are okay, but they don't build a foundation for someone to build on 😖

[@dannykennedy5885]

Or explain what the parts going to do and why you actually need it

[@Qazxswer68]

Great food for thought👌 I'm almost to the 1K mark so I'll be ready to start tinkering with her. Not necessarily any power mods, as I want to get use to the stock FA first, but definitely reliability and driver enhancement mods. Plus some cosmetic stuff which was started in the first couple weeks. Great video as always ✌️

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🙏 and you've got to start somewhere, your almost out of the break in period!

[@gameface6091]

20K subscribers! Way to go man!

[@Smeedia]

Yesssss! Thanks my man! Woke up and saw that this morning!!! 😁

[@TYLER503DURDEN]

I'm having Deja Vu... lol, this reminds me of your beginner's guide to mods video. There are like 3 videos of yours I watched repeatedly and took notes on after buying my WRX in March. That seems so long ago, for your channel and my car too. Thanks man! Don't ever stop having fun making videos, you seem more serious in this one.

[@Smeedia]

Wanted to get the information across in this one. Have had the question asked so many times we were getting to the point in this one 😅

[@beneldar]

Thank you for the very informative video! I just bought my 18 sti and I had a few questions if you could clear the air :) 1. Am I able to run a turboback exhaust with a stage 1 ots tune? 2. Are you running a catless dp or would you recommend catted, if so which? 3.Should i never upgrade my tmic to a fmic if i have a downpipe on the car? 4. Keeping your sti stage 1+ turboback+ fmic the safest option for your car? I really do appreciate the time you put into the vid ty.

[@Smeedia]

For a turbo back you'll want the stage 2 map 😁 Catted downpipe 100% and either grimmspeed or Cobb 🙏 If you do swap the intercooler you'll want an Etune or a dyno tune. Safest option would be add some fueling mods like injectors, fuel pump and then get a custom tune done 🙏

[@jacobhaugk5908]

Getting a Pro-tune is so worth it. But you are right throw some mods on it. Honestly if you are a casual fan like me going stage 2 is perfect with an after market intercooler is worth it

[@Smeedia]

Oh yes 🔥

[@stevew1643]

I appreciate the information. Debating on a STI and I didn't know I couldn't do intake and exhaust together, I would have for sure.

[@Smeedia]

That's only for the 2015 + STIs 🙏

[@stevew1643]

@@Smeedia yeah, looking at '18+

[@ThatSubieDude]

Your videos always seem to answer every question. Right to the point and all the info you need. Love this channel 💪🏼😎💙

[@Smeedia]

Glad that theyre helping and answering questions 😁 appreciate the support 🙏

[@PatFan1980]

Hey it’s been awhile, love what you have done with your sti wrap, hood heat extractors, and Subispeed headlights. This list seems like it’s pretty much what I’ve been doing. Here’s my list for my beginners build: 2015 STI 95k miles COBB Accessport MAPerformance Stage 2 93 (OTS) MAPerformance Intake MAPerformance GESI catted down-pipe Borla S-Type cat-back exhaust IAG Street air-oil separator Mishimoto performance radiator Getadomtune coolant mod I had to delay any more mods because I had to fix a transmission leak at the cv axle, which led to replacing the axle, which led to replacing the bushings and then I didn’t realize the top bolt on the strut was a camber bolt... anyways, just need to do the short shift mod then a really good etune. Mostly did my mods for reliability and power.

[@Smeedia]

Not a bad list that you've got going! And thank you 😁😁😁

[@marmaladebrah]

thanks mate, glad i found your channel!

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support my friend! 😁

[@manuelhernandez5353]

You gotta be in for the biscuit 🤣🤣

[@Smeedia]

Be the biscuit!

[@johnnysnyder4048]

Thanks for the great and to the point content bro. Great input and explanations. 👍🏼 subbed.

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy, appreciate the support!

[@dannymota1912]

Dude the car looks killer from the front! Im jelly

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@okthen8445]

I like seeing these videos from people that inspire me and compare to what I’ve done for the first mods lol

[@Smeedia]

Glad i can help inspire my man 🙏

[@GBalTrades]

Recently found your videos after buying a series white wrx . Keep it up man ! The content is amazing and it’s been helping a lot learning about these cars. Do you think the shift stop makes a difference paired w the sti short throw , been contemplating whether to get one or not.

[@Smeedia]

Congratulations on the new car! And it will make a difference it really helps to tighten up the gear box 🔥😁

[@robvanhalen9696]

Great video, as usual. One thing im wondering though is: there's a lot of talk about warranty but what about insurance? I heard some companies won't even insure vehicles modified for more power?

[@LaszloBereti]

i came to youtube today just to put on some live lofi music, and edit some pics in LR... but then this video showed up so i guess today is gonna be another smeedia binge day :D

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyyyy! 🔥😁 what kind of photos you editing? 😁

[@LaszloBereti]

Smeedia I went to a local car meet and took some awesome photos. McLaren 570(gt?), gtr32, viper, widebody hatchback sti. Editing can be a pain, and my photos never turn out quite like yours though

[@Smeedia]

Just takes practice and we all have our own editing style 🔥😁

[@maaaxxd372]

Also when you do injectors you should look into getting some from fuel injector clinic, i had ID and they were a little small and i saw the price for FIC and im giving them a try, they come in a plastic case and have all the flow match data and everything else included. Customer support seems a lot better as well, sent them an email about a question i had and the owner of the company emailed back like an hour later. Couldnt be happier with the experience with them

[@Smeedia]

Ive used FIC Before theyre defcheaper than IDs and still flow great

[@miggydizon]

Thanks for the info brother. The wrap is crayyyyyyy. 🤙🤙🤙

[@Smeedia]

Anytime! And thank you 🙏

[@floZone007]

As usual, your video rocks. Out of the first five mods, I’m proud to announce that I got four of them done with the exception of the short shifter :)

[@Smeedia]

All solid mods to do and a short shifter definitely makes a difftence in Daily driving. But glad you've got most done 🔥😁

[@floZone007]

Smeedia spent most of my $$$ on the new build and now I’m broke haha

[@Smeedia]

I know the feels 🤣

[@armandosealey2632]

Great videos, you have one more part to try : boost activated exhaust dump. Preferably at 1 bar. HP gains.. I'll be looking out for it.

[@Smeedia]

Not a bad idea, ive seen a few cars do it before but I don't think its a widely used thing for standard street cars

[@armandosealey2632]

@@Smeedia seen lots of claims of 30 to 40 hp with a tune. On the contrary, it's just catching on. Do a search on exhaust cutouts, you'll see what I mean.

[@armandosealey2632]

@@Smeedia by the way I'm a fan keep em coming.

[@armandosealey2632]

@@Smeedia I did your hood scoop delete and CF hood vents 😎

[@jeffreyschutte4477]

As I watch this, my wife looks up and asks, "Did you and Tanner make this video together, because this all you have been talking about?"

[@Smeedia]

🤣🤣🤣

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Good set of mods. I like that you mentioned we will have problems and yes we will. 😂

[@Smeedia]

Just comes with the territory 😅🤣

[@WarriorsPhoto]

@@Smeedia Yes it does. I bet armed with this knowledge. You’d still buy a Subaru?

[@Smeedia]

Well I've bought 20+ on them, swapped a flat 6 into my 17 STI and fully built my 05. I'd buy another 😅

[@WarriorsPhoto]

@@Smeedia Wow 🤩 A flat 6 swap?

[@Smeedia]

Yessir, it's a built EG33 from a 1995 SVX

[@stephenprimerano5416]

That wrap is gorgeous bud. It really makes it stand out on its own

[@Smeedia]

Thank youb🙏 was a pain to do but worth it

[@Daft69Punk]

Highly recommend saving enough for a tune right after getting that AP. Currently running the OTS Stage 2 and I got dragged by an FD with a self tune hitting 14 lbs and 320 to the wheels. My DAM just wasn’t having it, pulling back timing (.325)

[@Smeedia]

OTS Tunes are not as good as people think, Etunes or protunes are the best option

[@mikekillion4731]

So I'm the odd man out here, I really care about efficiency (with no increase in emissions) and smooth driving experience, lower end, linear power delivery. I've got a F20 FXT with three different mapping buttons, can I have a tune for each one? E.g. The standard one would be very efficient and the other two would be more aggressive. Can we tune to have the Miller cycle? Do any of these mods hurt efficiency? Doing the exhaust should drop a significant amount of weight relative to stock.

[@joshuasilva8073]

I got my 2020 wrx 0 miles ima wait till some of the warranty's void then ima start making some power baby

[@CactusSnD]

Gonna be picking up my first sti in 2 days comes with access port thanks for all the information if anyone has any tips let me know!

[@GP-fc7jv]

I have a Subaru BRZ and I see things that apply

[@Smeedia]

Definitely transferable, did same same with my old brz 🔥

[@georgemirtsev2201]

nice job bro ive had 14 stis from my first 2004 java black pearl bought back in 2006 (used) and back then if u saw an STi let alone an STi with a turbo back exhaust and blow off that was like seeing a Unicorn holding hands with polar bear lol. and ive also owned 7 WRX (x3 2002 bugeyes, 1 05 wrx wagon, x2 wrx widebodys and a 15 wrx.) and ive also built over 55 wrx, sti, legacy 2.5 gt, forester xt's and even a few saab 9-2 those were just ej205 motors and trans its basically was a wrx in a saab wagon body. but anyway keep up the good work love the channel.

[@tommanning7337]

Gotta get that kartboy!!!!! Actually gotta do everything you mentioned lol!!! Awesome my man😎👍🏻👍🏻

[@Smeedia]

Youll notice a night and day difference ny man 🔥😁

[@deadsurgeon397]

I’ve read a lot of the comments below but just to clarify you’re saying the 15+ WRX (not the STI) is better off with both the higher flow intake AND a J pipe in front of a catback exhaust. I’m just setting up my ‘20 WRX and starting to order parts. I’m also doing Trophy Cup coilovers and a rear sway. I was advised to not do the front sway. I’m not building a track car but a twisty car...

[@Smeedia]

It helps free up some easy power, the FA20 responds well to mods up to 400WHP. Those would be my go to first mods for increasing power on an OTS Tune if that's the route your trying to go

[@deadsurgeon397]

@@Smeedia thanks! Yes OTS for now. Nearest pro/🦖tune is more than 300 miles away...in the Motor City

[@BltzZ]

is your sti wrapped? what color is that its beautiful!

[@jonathansteinmetz2510]

Awesome videos brother ... best channel out there

[@tha_real_juise9088]

the mark up is real there at 750+ now

[@SuperLycan13]

I have all of those mods as of today. Just put in my Crawford v3 AOS myself today to finish the list!

[@Smeedia]

Nice! The Craeford is another very good option to run 🔥😁

[@SuperLycan13]

@@Smeedia no coolant lines make for a much easier install for a noob

[@moonman_8935]

I've got a 19' STI only mod a bolt-on catback exhaust. Very fun to drive my next mod a IAG AOS.

[@Smeedia]

Yasssss, the AOS will definitely help with the blow by

[@ddarkman]

Nice vid. IMHO, the aos isn't needed unless you're above stage 2. I've tested a few and daily, not even a film after months. On track a few times and never had a measurable amount of oil in the can. Yes there is some, but less than a couple ml. Imo Money better spent elsewhere.

[@santostuner]

You said run one or the other intake or down pipe right? But you said you can increase fuel by getting injectors and a fuel pump.

[@Smeedia]

Correct, if you want intake and downpipe on thr 2015+ STI you'll need to do a fuel pump and injectors.

[@James-kg4qu]

Perfect, Thank you!!! Subbed

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support 🔥😁

[@Aymant279]

been subbed to you for months ever since i got my 2020 STI, thanks man for all the useful tips! ordered a cobb sf intake, which i learned just now as it arrived that i cant run it with a better downpipe :(

[@Smeedia]

Always appreciate the support! And unfortunately the 2015+ are very picky with the fuel system when it comes to downpipe and intakes 😭

[@Aymant279]

@@Smeedia dude ive seen so many cases of where ppl did that and their injector duty cycle reached 100% way before the redline, makes me cringe on how lean the car must be running at those higher rpms

[@michaelkoury]

@@Aymant279 and @smeedia would after market injectors be the answer to the 100% duty cycle? Therefore allowing a downpipe and intake to be installed together? Thanks

[@joshuayankoviz]

Where did you get your front bumper from? so sick!

[@Smeedia]

Just thr OEM bumper 🙏😁

[@K03sport]

wow, your first three suggested mods are over $2000 (going with a quality turbo-back). With a turbo-back, your #1 suggestion is almost a must, so add $700 to whatever turbo-back you choose. And I thought Rally Armour flaps was a bit steep. I'm surprised you did't mention wheels, tires, aero bits like front lip, skirt extensions, and rear spats or diffusers, and vortex generators. Might as well give an honorable mention to pulley covers and stickers/decals of various kinds too.

[@Smeedia]

They're all mods to build a foundation to make power easier in the future. Not about covers or flaps

[@miami180]

Nice video my guy! Keep up the great work!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🙏😁

[@opticsmedia.official]

Man, You forgot the Cylinder 4 mod for more Coolant Flow.

[@eWagsJr]

IMO screw the Perrin shifter stop. My shifter kept getting caught on the corner since it is boxier and I Nope’d out so fast. Cobb’s matches the OEM curve on the stock shifter stop for 5/6/R

[@Smeedia]

Never and an issue with the perrin on my old WRX But good to know 🔥

[@JuanWick2010]

This past June I bought a 19 STI Base with STI short shifter at 5k miles. I looked under the hood during “courtship” before delivery and saw a COBB AOS. Otherwise it’s bone stock. Should I be concerned since original ownership lasted less than 5k miles??? I understand warranty is void but I plan on running as stock as a daily driver can until I start upgrades. There are NO issues whatsoever and I’m really enjoying the sh¡t outta my dream car 🥰🤣

[@Smeedia]

No sir! Maybe the previous owner did not like ot and just wanted something else and installed it anyway but nothing to worry about 😁

[@JuanWick2010]

Smeedia sweet! Now I can sleep easier😝

[@mandatedgames4174]

I’m in nj I have exhaust on my car but that’s all I know of I bought it used but I want more. I need someone who can look at my car and tell me exactly what to buy. And then a good reliable place to install.

[@Smeedia]

What are your goals with the car? Definitely ask around in some local groups and see if anyone would be down 🙏

[@paulmarsdensr1095]

That is a nice color STI. I believe that's series Grey? A great video. I will get the Cobb Access Port down the road and maybe the IAG street series Air oil Separator. Stay safe brother.

[@Smeedia]

It's thr bluebaru, just wrapped in Gloss rock grey 😁🔥

[@paulmarsdensr1095]

@@Smeedia Oh okay. I'm catching up on all the old videos. Great information as always for the guys and gals that want to mod the cars. I'm a stock guy. I really appreciate how the car performs the way it is. I'm a retired US NAVY sailor 20 years. My birthday is next Tuesday on the 13th of July. I will be 52 years young. I really get a kick out of all the other cars on the road being terrified of the subie. They see me in this beautiful ocean blue or world rally blue base model beast with a vortex generator and they get terrified. Especially the camaros and chargers and challengers. Mustangs too. It's hilarious. 😅🤣😂

[@MatthewFarner-fn7dl]

Shoutout to camtuning if you're in the southwest

[@Okey_dokey]

Thank you for the info. 👍🏻

[@Smeedia]

🙏🙏🙏

[@Eric-qx7fg]

Great video! I’m interested to hear your thoughts on the civic type R. Maybe how you think it’s platform would be better or worse than the STI for a build etc etc?

[@Smeedia]

I'll have to look more into the R to give some rational thought but I like the idea 🔥😁

[@JoseMedina-re8mu]

The short throw w/bushings voids warranty.? 🤔

[@Smeedia]

The drivereain warranty, power train will remain in tact

[@jairocorralchavez3928]

Where are those lights from? Just bought my 2016 WRX. Time to go to work!

[@Smeedia]

They're the subie speed V1 Euros 🙏🙏🙏

[@jairocorralchavez3928]

@@Smeedia thanks! Those look super dope🤙🏽

[@teina08]

Thanks for uploading this vid 🤙🏼 What short shifter set up toilet you suggest for a 2013 wrx?

[@Smeedia]

Whoa whoa whoa, I wouldent suggest a short throw for the toilet. BUT if your gling to then Kartboy would be my suggestion 😉🔥