Subaru WRX & STI 101: Everything you need to know

So I wanted to create a video that people could come to when they are just getting into Subarus or are already and want a good refresher. LOTS of solid information in the video. We move quickly covering: Oil, Modifications, Acessports, Basic Engine mechanics, maintenance and MUCH more. Snag yourself some pop corn and enjoy!
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[@BlazeOn88]

Since we graduated, when can we expect our diplomas in the mail???🤣🤣🤣

[@Smeedia]

Must be picked up in person 😅

[@BlazeOn88]

@@Smeedia that would be quite the road trip, considering you are on the opposite corner of the country. I'm in North Carolina.

[@Smeedia]

@@BlazeOn88 I will send my most trustworthy carrier pigion!

[@SaberisloveSaberislife]

New WRX owner here. I need all the help and tips I can get. Thanks for the helpful information. A much longer and detailed version of this would be nice lol.

[@jaredknox3499]

I love your videos!!! Keep up the good work, and please do not stop posting videos!! I have good friends in some car crews in Virgina, I will be sharing all your stuff with them! Planning on getting a sti by the end of this year, love your tourtials and how you break everything down. Love to see what's in store for your Subi and Brz! Almost have watched all your videos, would love to see more videos of your add ons and everything you do to your cars. Now I know exactly what to do and buy for my subi right when I get it!! Thank you!!!!

[@Smeedia]

Always going to keep posting the videos! Some dont do as well as others statistically speaking but I enjoy making them, love helping out the community. Hope you are able to snag that STI! Well worth it and very fun no matter what year it is! Thank you for the support!

[@AlleviateWoW]

picked up an 06 wrx wagon limited almost a month ago and i love it. was watching your channel way before that though lmao. the videos are awesome don't quit.

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support and nice pick up! Got soooooo much more to come at you guys with 😁

[@dustinnunley8802]

I have been doing alot of research recently before I go and pick up my first wrx and I have saved and keep coming back to different videos of yours. Thanks for the help.

[@Smeedia]

Anytime 🔥😁

[@arench92]

Loving the amount of content your pushing man!

[@Smeedia]

Gotta keep it coming for everyone 🔥🔥🔥

[@jimmymeza8478]

Purchased my first 2013 WRX off of a sketchy used car lot, a lot of people have told me how its a really bad idea but im keeping positive even through the worst first 3 weeks of owning it 😂 i didnt make it home from the dealer, radiator inlet pipe cracked, replaced with Mishimoto radiator then turbo coolant line blew two days later, (dealer paid for parts thankfully) from then cars ran great i daily it 45 miles one way to work and back to the point i really appreciate your videos on proper care and just giving light to these cars, i have a friend that owns my same WRX and hes been a great help on my future plans when money comes and i look forward to seeing more content. Ill be sure to update you on how it goes, thank you again Smeedia !

[@richardlouis7125]

Hey I gotta say I really appreciate you I saved my used ‘15 wrx back in august (I say saved cause the previous owner mishandled her) your videos give me the knowledge I need to give my car the love it needs. I’ve never owned a Subaru before but I’m learning so thank you.

[@Smeedia]

So glad the videos are helping! Always good to save a car that's been abused. Going through the same thing with my BRZ right now

[@a13x1415]

Your videos are an excellent resource for a new sti owner. Thanks for all you do brother.

[@Smeedia]

Trying to make modification more easy and breaking down the basics for anyone to understand! Appreciate the support!

[@a13x1415]

Smeedia you’ve assisted greatly in my mods so far. Can’t wait to see what’s coming in the future!

[@j808tba]

Shell oil is very very good. High temperature resistant. And loads of detergents to keep the inner of the engine clean with regular changes

[@whitneymassengale6321]

I just got my first STI and these videos are incredible!

[@Goltijin12]

Bro.. im trying to look for Sti 2021.. but im still worried maybe its not good one..but i really love the STi its my dream car.. too bad they stopped the production,i wonder why.. so i got no choice but to get used Sti.. how many mileage you got to your STi?

[@warock567]

Thank you so much for explaining everything, i was so worry about -1.40 knock because i get it almost every time i drive , now i know better

[@Smeedia]

Nothing to worry about when it comes to minimal knock. Appreciate the support 😁

[@jinoa133]

Just my my first WRX over the weekend! Never been this excited for a car!

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car 🙌🔥😁

[@RyanJosephs69]

Just got my 2021 WRX premium stick two days ago. It’s my first manual and I love it so much. Great video!

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the car! 🔥😁

[@theblackmambaplague]

Me too bro! Everything is nice except for the surge and first and second gear, they are too short.

[@loganomalley615]

Just got my own 2021 STi base congrats

[@MNDRCKVisuals]

Just got the same this month! WR Blue and I love it!

[@jamessanderson3498]

Same here congrats to us its really hard even thinking about ever owning a different vehicle

[@jeremylayne6996]

I just bought my first subie completely stock (2017 STI) Your videos are very informational and fun to watch! Ive been watching most of them while in the buying process of my subie. Keep it up dude!

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the new car, and glad that the videos are helping you out 😁

[@andymachuca1265]

How’s the car treating you?

[@jeremylayne6996]

@@andymachuca1265 loving it! I really haven't done anything spectacular to it just a muffler delete and 3" mid pipe. Looks wise though I've done a good bit of carbon fiber accents on her. I'm more into looks than performance, racing is not big around here so no reason to max her out. Thanks for asking fam!

[@tevenn]

your videos never disappoint , thank you

[@Smeedia]

I'm glad that everyone is enjoying the videos both quality and content 😍

[@ProfessorPanyck]

I love your channel for your in depth knowledge and content variety. As much as I want to stroll over to NASIOC, I know my wallet is going to be very mad if I start frequenting forums again.

[@Smeedia]

Lol well I'll do what I can to keep the content coming then so you can avoid some of the fourms 😅

[@jayhoward7448]

Smeedia dropping straight knowledge for the subie community... much appreciation. Thanks for the hard work you putting in. Keep it going 👍🏼👍🏼💯💯

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support! Just trying to help out where I can 😁

[@chrissmith8830]

Thanks for the video/information. I asked the community on the IWSTI forums a question and there was posters that started arguing with each other on the post I did. I’d like to add the arguing had no relevancy to the question I asked. It honestly sounds like a bunch of kids. I’ve asked questions on the FRS/BRZ forums and never got this experience.

[@tommanning7337]

OMG!!!!! 😂😂😂 anxiety port, hilarious!!!! That’s GREAT!!! Dude another great video man👍🏻👍🏻

[@Smeedia]

Lol that's essentially what they are 🤣🤣🤣

[@kbuck2578]

Just got a 14 wrx Friday and I would say I watched almost all of you informational videos and watched a few of the others and you helped me so much. A dealership tried to sell me one with a catless down pipe and a cold air intake and I asked if it was tuned properly and he said he would look to see and call me back and never got a response

[@Smeedia]

Glad that thr videos have helped, too often uve seen people get screwed by dealers selling modified cars that have been through a part out 😖

[@driftinxer]

yo i really appreciate the hardwork !! thanks for giving us all these tips and knowledge 👍🙌 i paused the video cause im at work but still got the time to tell u that i appreciate the grind!! 6:00 and im outa here cant wait to press the play button 💯🙌🙌

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Means a lot! Just trying to get the information out there for everyone to use 🙌

[@BigBoyz33]

Another fact: The 2005 WRX STI and the 1998 Subaru 22b are the greatest Subarus ever made

[@rogerchilleri9202]

07 an 98 22b was the best an greatest sti ever made. 07 has the best gear ratios

[@joshuathomas4934]

Have had a 2014 Wrx hatch in world rally blue. It has aem intake, Perrin turbo inlet, and Mishimoto throttle body hose. Running 5w40 rotella and oem rx8 oil filter. Car has been super reliable. Most reliable car I have ever owned. However. I take really really good care of it. Oil every 3k. It is pro tuned. Made 255whp and 290lb of torque. It never knocks. I fill up at the same gas station every time. Shell nitro from a gas station that moved a ton of gas. So it’s always fresh. I trust this car more than Iv trusted any of my Honda’s, Toyota’s or anything I have had. This car has been bullet proof. Just know what you are getting into. This is not a car you can do nothing to and be able to beat in it forever with no issues. You have to put in, to get something out of a wrx. No it isn’t expensive, no it isn’t cheap. You get the most amount of car in the price range. It’s good at everything, master of nothing. But you have to pay much more money to get a master of anything. So... if you have 25k to get a car. And you love having fun and tinkering with cars. Subaru wrx is you man. Buy one. Take care of it. You won’t regret it.

[@Smeedia]

This!!!!

[@MakoCrisisVII.]

When you mentioned being a unique enthusiast. That makes so much sense on why I wanted to get a wrx. I've owned an 87 rx7 since 2012. You low key are going to be my mentor when building/maintaining my new wrx which is why I'll be changing my other YT channel name to "MC_WRX7" to share the journey. 🤘 Keep up the good work because this is high quality content 🔥🔥

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support and reach out whenever! I've always wanted a rotary but they scare me 🤣

[@chicharo916]

I remembered being one of the first followers and now look at him over 10k 🔝

[@Smeedia]

I remember! Been around for a hot minute, back on the old old videos when I was still learning editing and how to fully use the camera 😅

[@b0tmau]

Here after just trading in my 2017 Toyota 86 (auto) to a 2019 WRX (stick) (I guess you can say I like the FA20 lol) thanks for all of the useful info! Definitely going to check some of your other videos

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyyy, congrats on the WRX 🔥

[@Cody_Spaghetti]

Definitely subscribing great quality videos 🍻

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Appreciate the support!

[@tommieboi707]

I just bought a 2022 wrx for my son. And i picked up a 2017 wrx for myself! All my previous vehicles were turbo also(94 supra, evo8, focus st) so im familiar with how to treat a turbo car. But this video definitely helps with what you should/should not do with a wrx. Thanks!

[@xBPxHolistic]

Love this 👌 I did a ton of research before I purchased my wrx lol

[@Smeedia]

Tried to pull it all into one space 🔥

[@chrystiancrisostomo4528]

Your channel encouraged me more to get a Subaru. I got one today, 2018 Subaru WRX.

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy congrats! 🥳😁

[@Goltijin12]

I dont know what to look or to but used Subis.. STi. all i know is just low milage and good carfax history no recalls are the best sign that the car is Good!

[@chrystiancrisostomo4528]

@@Smeedia just seeing this but my wrx is still stock but enjoying it

[@m1k3l1f3]

Currently paying off a 2013 BRZ. Keeping it N/A to have the reliability. One day I'd like to have a WRX as a winter beater. Currently running Valveoline oil in my car, but I do want to switch to AMS Oil. Also upgrade my tires. Being a boxer fan I am also a fan of rotary engines. This video really does nail being a Subie fan.

[@sourcesin]

So far, What's the best engine oil for the BRZ?

[@fallnaasimar]

I’ve had four subies and I haven’t had a different brand after that. Subies are life ❤️

[@Smeedia]

💙💙💙

[@trentpetersen485]

Great video as I’m prepping for my sti this summer 👀

[@Smeedia]

Exciting! 🙌😁 when are you shooting to get it?

[@trentpetersen485]

Smeedia looking around April-June time

[@Smeedia]

@@trentpetersen485 so close!!

[@trentpetersen485]

Smeedia 🤞🏼🤞🏼

[@MrTummmy]

Perfect timing! Just when i'm about to pick up the wrx tomorrow!

[@Smeedia]

Congrats on the new car!

[@oaguirre013]

Congrats. Just picked up my 2020 wrx this past sunday tryna get up to speed on this car. Previous mustang owner

[@mountainlifemagic3207]

I picked up my 2020 STI last Saturday. Loving it. My Type RA gold wheels wheel be in next week.

[@oaguirre013]

I work at discount tire still debating what kinda wheels I wanna order for mine...

[@MrTummmy]

oaguirre013 I have my bronze konig hypergrams from my previous car that I will be putting on the magnetite grey wrx

[@michaelmandziuk5204]

You've made a great job! and You do have a great car ))) I have different Subaru's more then 5 years. Now I want to build a WRX fa20DIT Stage 2 car. Will be pleased if You could write main points, what I need to change/upgrade for Stage 1 and Stage 2 (as You told at this Video). Thank You and have much fun with Your amazing Subaru!!!

[@nathana5883]

I got a wrx yesterday, I don’t know stick but I’m sure hell gonna learn

[@Smeedia]

Always open to questions and congrats on the car!

[@jonathonmcrae5671]

Just picked up a 2018 Subaru WRX Limited, just found my favorite car channel for now!

[@Smeedia]

Eyyyy, congrats on the car dude!

[@jonathonmcrae5671]

@@Smeedia Thanks dude! I appreciate it. I love it so far.

[@cams5822]

After all these insurance comments I gotta start shopping around 🤭 26/yo male with good record and I pay $230/mo in CA! Great vid as always man, since i don’t have any subi friends you’re my go-to source of info 🙏🏻

[@Smeedia]

Good to see that everyone's insurance quotes are lower that the average 🙌 I will provide you will all the info 😁

[@julian4241]

I love going back and watching some older videos to refresh my knowledge every now and then. Quick question: I want to run 2 dedicated gauges on my EJ255 and was wondering what you might recommend. I for sure want an oil pressure gauge but cannot think of another gauge to run. The car is stage 2 with an EWG and is my daily driver. Thanks!

[@Smeedia]

Oil pressure and AFR would be my picks. 🔥

[@mr3xklusiv]

I don’t even own a Subaru but for some reason I click on every video you make. Great video man!

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support teguardless! I try to incorporate in some spicey B roll when I can and make the videos entertaining 😁

[@mr3xklusiv]

Smeedia haha the editing quality and content makes up for me not having a Subaru of my own! All of my best friends ride around in wrx’s so I’m the outcast here! Lol

[@Smeedia]

@@mr3xklusiv nothing wrong with that, glad you enjoy the editing though 😁😁😁😁

[@darringranderson7898]

I love Subaru but its expensive to maintain so i am thinking twice now but still love that Subaru Roar oh my gosh .

[@KatelynPopov]

Thank you for this video! I just wanted to add so some people aren’t deterred, insurance isn’t always going to be that high. Mine is $120..

[@MiguelSevilla]

Oouuuuuuuu 🤙🏽🔥🔥🔥 great vid bro!

[@Smeedia]

🙌🙌🙌 thank you my man!

[@retro4571]

Wassup man great Subaru videos man. Really does help a person who doesn’t really know much. But I wanted to ask what can be the cause of feedback Knock. I’ve been getting some feedback knocked lately but I’m getting no codes or CEL.

[@Smeedia]

Have a video dedicated to it 😁😁 hopefully it helps and appreciate the support 😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hX-pfXx3idZ7iLs

[@BambiTyler]

I just picked up a 2018 Subaru WRX with 26k miles on it. My insurance is only $93 a month ($558 for 6 months) at 26 years old, full-coverage, and uhh, multiple tickets on my driving record. Only thing I will say about it with the first week of owning it, I'm noticing the revs hang high when shifting out of first and second gear, and the clutch feels... like from the floor to the point-of-engagement really long, like it's traveling a long way.

[@orcinsd]

For your point on not being rally ready off the lot anymore watch Launch Control Episode 3.14.

[@anthonyknott7922]

Ordering the 2021 sti tomorrow!

[@Smeedia]

Yesssss 😍😍😍

[@jonsdaniel]

When is your delivery date?

[@anthonyknott7922]

@@jonsdaniel just arrived in Colorado today. Should get it by this weekend hopefully. If not than monday

[@BatteredSav100]

Just fyi... WRX does stand for World Rally eXperimental as it was the result of a collaboration between subaru and prodrive to create a car for use in the world rally championship.

[@Smeedia]

Do you know what year that changed? Last written statement I've seen from Subaru was that the X stands for infinite 👀

[@BatteredSav100]

@@Smeedia the name WRX began in 1992. It was the name given to the impreza variant that was produced to meet the WRC Group A homologation requirements so that they could enter the car into the WRC.

[@Smeedia]

@@BatteredSav100 I agree with that statement, and I've always thought it was the eXperimental. Only thing that changed my mind or made me think otherwise was the statement from Subaru in that nasioc forum that said otherwise 👀 But! If I'm wrong then apologies for it, just basing it off of the statement I saw

[@BatteredSav100]

@@Smeedia yeah I read that statement. The problem is, it's just a statement from a person on a forum who says someone official told them. I can't find any evidence to back them up and all the evidence I find is contrary to that statement. And let's face it... what does 'Infinite' have to do with 'World Rally'?

[@Smeedia]

@@BatteredSav100 lol understandable 😅, cool if I pin your comment up to the top so people have the clarification?

[@adamswartz7670]

Well done Tanner!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Adam 🙌 appreciate the support 🔥

[@adamswartz7670]

Wish you were doing this years ago 😭 ❤️. 😂

[@RickyCade1971]

Great video bro ......my first wrx ....and man do I need your help after 4 days the engine light popped on with the air bag light, traction control light, abs light,and the vehicle going up the hill light...but the car still drives great I'm lost...

[@nathanvorheswrx1770]

I rolled 3 times doing just under 80 mph. Walked away with only bruises from my old Hawkeye. Subaru saved my life that night. Why I'm Subaru for life.

[@Smeedia]

Glad your alright! Did you end up getting another?

[@dylancross108]

I run royal purple 5/30 in my wrx runs great in it

[@rayjanbisula7743]

New subscriber nice video boss very informative 👍

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the feedback and support 🔥😁

[@deejay4705]

2020 WRX sti starting my build

[@bruceholinight7978]

Nice work Subie brother , Infinity , Seven sister's ...... that's all I need to know , Subies are just cool period !

[@Smeedia]

🙌🙌🙌😁 there is still no clear repression as to the acronym I looked more into it today and it's a hot mess but either or I'm down with 😅

[@Aciecarter238]

Brother your not alone. I have no control when it comes to $$$ spending on my STI

[@Smeedia]

It's a problem that I am totally okay with having 🤣

[@Aciecarter238]

@@Smeedia yessssss my wife will disagree buttttttt it isnt for her its FOR me haha she doesnt get it. Only other SUBI owners understand that passion

[@jgzero18]

Just subscribed. I consider myself a Subaru enthusiast and lover. I have a 17 non turbo Forester and I’m definitely getting a 15+ WRX. I don’t even have one and I’m already looking at things to get. I do have a question; does the WRX DIT engine need an air-oil separator?

[@Smeedia]

Either an AOS or a catch can set but general answer yes it dose 😁

[@jgzero18]

@@Smeedia good to know, I follow another WRX/STI owners channel (boost and shutter) and I thought he said an AOC was essential to mainly the STI engine

[@andrewpaige9152]

Also Smeedia can you do a video ' which is best ' after market brand? Do you use one brand right through ? Can you mix and match? Where not to mix and match e.g. keep the air system one brand so it can communicate better ( sound system Sony Amp with Kenwood speakers , alpine head unit ) get what I mean?

[@Smeedia]

I do! Yeah I'll shoot it sunday and we can have that be mondays upload 😁

[@fritziepup]

I just have to say.. The insurance.. I'm not even paying $1850 for a full YEAR on my STi. I have 1 speeding violation on my record, and am in the 40+ male demographic. That just seems like a really high estimate, but.. It really depends on a ton of variables. Just don't buy what you can't afford in the aftercare/upkeep, do your homework!

[@proe34]

I’m almost 22 with a clean record and just got a 2017 WRX and my insurance is $170/month, I think it really depends who you have insurance through and where you live along with driving record

[@chosenjustin8249]

@@proe34 I got a 2019 limited wrx I pay 115 a month. I'm 26. I remember paying way more wen I was 21 for a wrx so time will let ur prices go down :)

[@ultrashady5229]

2017 wrx here I'm 34 live in Ohio I pay $79 a month for full coverage..

[@chosenjustin8249]

@@ultrashady5229 that's I think as low as u will go lol 😆

[@WRXMAN-ms2mm]

H4 engines with their low center of gravity rule, it is just physics. Think of Subarus as the poor mans Porsche. More than equal the fun at significantly less $$$. It does cost $$$ to play the modifications game and you need a goal. Modifications are indeed addictive but dam fun! And last but not least getting whatever your power level you have to the ground can give you a great ride with decent fuel economy, reliability even from a stock block.

[@aw3somelivin]

Hey great video...do you ever go to meets in your area?

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! And I was just at. Mini meet over at the Mod Garages new ware house! 😁 but yes I do go out every now and then to some meets

[@kiritowow2736]

Bro, I just trying to get the 2020 STI this year, MUST have that EJ engine even it is not EJ20 but EJ25, still very meaningful！！！

[@Smeedia]

EJs have a soft spot in my heart! 😍

[@kiritowow2736]

@@Smeedia So can I ask a question about which STI should I choose between new 2020 STI or 2018 STI type RA, most times for daily, but may go track sometimes

[@Smeedia]

@@kiritowow2736 personally I would get the Type RA if I had the choice. More limited, purpose built for the track plus the carbon fiber roof 😍

[@JohnSibert]

How do u feel about Redline Racing Oil for my son's 2015 STi?

[@PrincessMeganElsaBoo]

Love the color Subaru 😍😍😍

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 😁

[@dominicanpapi81]

I use rotella t6 5w40 offers great protection

[@Caboose628]

Just got my first STI. 2018, I love it. Looking for recommendations on tires.

[@Smeedia]

Summers, winters or all seasons? 🔥

[@Caboose628]

Winter

[@Smeedia]

Blizaks have alqays been my go to🔥

[@garrettwelsh7424]

All of my friends that have Sti’s run diesel oil. I’ve also seen on forums people doing that as well what are your thoughts?

[@Smeedia]

I've done it with good results, it's in the list of oils I'll be testing to send to black stone labs

[@anaayala1998]

Very helpful! Thank u. Btw, since I’m new in this, I own a 2015 WRX STI and I would like to know how to recognize what’s going on when my car is making some weird noises, so do you have a video about it?

[@Smeedia]

What type of weird noises? And congrats on the car!

[@anaayala1998]

@@Smeedia thank you! Well, I’ve been listening a weird noise coming from the air compressor or next to it, power steering fluid, coolant, brake and clutch fluids are ok, I change the oil 3 months ago now, but I have no idea what that noise could be.

[@Smeedia]

This is going to sound odd but can you describe the noise 😅🙏

[@christianmariano3278]

you're knowledgeable about car specially subarus how come you only have 12k subs? im glad i subscribe to your channel.

[@Smeedia]

Been slow growth but growing, just have to keep making more content to keep growing 🔥 if you ever have any questions feel free to reach out! And ai appreciate the support 😁

[@christianmariano3278]

@@Smeedia i hope youre gonna make a video about how to make it to 350 to 380hp. im a honda guy for a while and now i change route to subi. i want to learn more about it. talks about cobb hasport on how to use it and how does it works. im really interested on learning it. thanks in advance

[@Smeedia]

I'm actually shooting that video today! 😁

[@christianmariano3278]

@@Smeedia wow jeeezzz!! i will definitely watch it. thanks you

[@menswearhous]

what oil filter do you recommend for a stock 18 STI? Also if i plan on keeping my car stock (daily driver) is a access port worth getting just to monitor the car?

[@Smeedia]

I either use the OEM filter or the Cusco Filter 🔥

[@user-ir2er4pb9t]

Bro would you recommend “royal purple” 5w30 on my 19 sti ?

[@OnlyToon]

It official brudda I'm a fan

[@Smeedia]

Appreciate the support my man!

[@danielbedryak9555]

Looks like a tight fit in the garage, have you ever hit the back wall?

[@Smeedia]

Not yet I haven't 😅

[@_wrx_WHPFaDIT]

Big build what head gaskets would i use on fa20dit? Also what about motul 300v?

[@Smeedia]

I would go with whatever your engine build recommends for whatever your power interval is, however; grommspeed just dropped some new head gaskets that seem pretty strong

[@_wrx_WHPFaDIT]

@@Smeedia I originally wanted to go with Cosworth because I know of a few high horsepower fa20dit running those head gaskets but I just learned that Cosworth preformance has gone outta business! I was looking into the grimmspeed head gaskets and they do look incredibly good but with the money I've invested into this build I'm a little nervous to be one of the first to try them. I am considering OEM but I have plans to go Hybrid Port Injection and that should put me at 600+whp and 30+psi of boost and I'm not sure they can handle that. Sorry this is so long but I was curious if you had any ideas I'm going to continue to research thankyou!

[@donAKAthedonjp]

I have never used the forum for our car. Time to get started. So of you don't use the OEM oil you will void the warranty?

[@Smeedia]

That is going to depend on the dealer, but if you want to maintain the warranty Youll have to have the dealer change the oil or a certified shop

[@donAKAthedonjp]

@@Smeedia got a feeling I've voided my warranty...

[@sephiroth1386]

If you're military or mom and dad are, get USAA for insurance. I pay what he said for insurance for full coverage for a 2018 WRX, with 2 other cars included but those are liability since they're 12 and 15 years old

[@Smeedia]

USAA is who I've got 🙌 best insurance company around.

[@Jmrose-lc2uq]

Im 18 and just bought a 2017 sti on my own yeah i got a payment but its all mine. First stick car but hey ill learn

[@Smeedia]

Gotta learn somehow 🔥

[@burhanjohncena]

1850 per 6 months? That's so much! I live in Dubai, I am a 25 year old single male and my yearly premium on a 2015 STI is 205 USD for full coverage

[@Smeedia]

Shits wild out here, that qas national average at the time of recording

[@jakec3285]

Here to say that my 2004 Subaru outback has 210k miles on it and still kicking

[@derrickmendoza4173]

Just bought a 16’ STI today. Full coverage cost me $108/month . It pays to keep a clean driving record fellas. I’m 26 years old.

[@Smeedia]

Big facts 🔥 Mines about $110, was shocked to hear national average was so high

[@anthonyhernandez7294]

Yo I just got an sti and I NEED to know everything

[@Smeedia]

Ive got videos covering SO much! But feel free to ask anything ya like 🙏

[@oldman6487]

Jake is hunting down those hondas with his scoobydo STI

[@TheCatandDogShow_]

I went through insurify and they got me great full coverage for 155 with roadside. Just in case anyone is looking for cheaper insurance lol

[@futureazysgn5541]

I’m looking for the fuel shut down switch where it should be located in a 2015 Subaru wrx STI limited

[@Smeedia]

Pull the fuel pump fuse. It's a 15 Amp in the fuse box in the engine bay

[@Kylmayfi1]

Any thoughts on the IAG oil pickup and baffle tray? Just purchased them and now I’m wondering if I should have gone with the Killer B.

[@Smeedia]

They are new on the market so I can speak for them. IAG makes good stuff so I would assume they will be quality

[@Kylmayfi1]

Smeedia thanks boss. I appreciate all the great content.

[@demo_sti]

Hey there do you have a video on how you install your cobb accessport into your wrx sti please

[@Smeedia]

I don't, but just should need to plug it in and follow the on screen prompts 🙏

[@demo_sti]

@@Smeedia yeah but I mean is how did you hide the wires for the access port and where do you plug in the access ports how did you get the Covet take goes over the obd2 port please and thanks for your help it is much appreciated and keep up with the good videos you are making me learn more about my 2018 WRX STI and I really do love your build a lot from your number 1 fan in Australia Jason

[@Smeedia]

Ohhhh gotcha, I can make a small IG video on that of you'd like! 😁

[@ChrisHale0629]

So as someone who's owned multiple cars over 20+ years, you're telling me that my first post on NASIOC, IWSTI or multiple FB groups shouldn't be "What oil should I choose?" I mean... I'm fairly certain that I (didn't) searched and there wasn't any results. It HAS to be a new question. HAS TO BE. A. NEW. QUESTION. Thanks for putting the info out there. Keep up the good work!

[@Smeedia]

IT IS THE FIRST TIME THIS QUESTION HAD BEEN ASKED 😅 haha appreciate the support 🙌

[@davidlm1030]

Do a video on how to replace a fuel pump

[@Smeedia]

Will be doing it on the BRZ here soon 🔥

[@Victorperez-uf1dd]

Hey smeedia! If i have a flash tune( cobb accesport )can i still make a pro tune?

[@Smeedia]

Yes you can 😁

[@bobbyswain1983]

Haven't watched the vid yet but parking in that garage must take some effort, let alone backing in. Edit: I meant that as a compliment.

[@fredprincipe6418]

I just bought a 2017 wrx with 27500 miles on it and one owner. It is certified pre owned by the dealer. What should I do as far as upkeep right now? Like flushing trans fluid and replacing parts that kind of stuff.

[@Smeedia]

I would look at the service history and compare it against the service guide to see what needs to be done. Personally if it were me I would replace all fluids

[@HavokStrifeX]

People boost an already boosted stock engine to 400 HP, blow it up, and put Subaru on blast on every forum they can find. Meanwhile I keep a bugeye stock and put 200k miles on it, and sell it with completely rusted out quarters for 3 grand in two days. Original head gaskets, trans, clutch, bearings and everything else people think blows on these cars. And that's not to say you can't put your favorite intake and exhaust on it and still have good reliability. As long as, like you said, get a damn tune!

[@Smeedia]

Exactly! I've seen a plethora of STIs and WRXs make it past 300K on the OE engine, gaskets etc.

[@Maxi_jedd]

hi Tanner, I want to ask you what do you think about the Equal length headers and do you run it on your car ?

[@Smeedia]

ELH are the way to go, better performance and reliability 🔥

[@Maxi_jedd]

@@Smeedia Thanks bro I think I'm giving up the rumble for reliability.

[@Smeedia]

@@Maxi_jedd I'm doing the same here soon 😅

[@jimsmith8797]

What u need to know. It’s awesome friggin car. The end

[@djrichsaracino2554]

When is the best time to at air oil separator? Only have a 1000 miles on my 2020. Will it void my warranty. Thanks

[@Smeedia]

It will void your warranty, when to install one will be up to you. If you are considering voiding your warranty I did make a video on that one to try and help you make the choice if you should or shouldn't.

[@TimberWulfIsHere]

Yo, Smeedia. Do you know if you can put DOT 4 brake fluid into a stock wrx braking system? My dad is paranoid about me putting it in because the cap on the master cyl says DOT 3. He believes that it might rupture the brake lines or some shit because the difference in viscosity.

[@Smeedia]

You'll be fine, I wouldent mix the dot 3 and dot 4. The dot 4 fluid had a higher boiling point, the viscosity is not too far off. Hydraulic fluid can only get so thick

[@dustinhueffman6659]

False you are allowed to exchange dot 4 fluid for dot 3, however u can’t put dot 3 into a dot 4 system. Always upgrade never down grade

[@robhall1757]

2020 STI stock for the most part, I was told that you can Max out ur motor, or close or it ... or not a good idea money is not a problem, Does it void your warranty if you did something like that?

[@Smeedia]

How much power are you wanting to make?

[@Wazup8012]

I’ve checked insurance averages and it seems to be 1400-1800 per year not per 6 months like you say. If you don’t mind telling me where you got your info from. Thanks.

[@Smeedia]

www.valuepenguin.com/subaru-wrx-car-insurance#wrx-sti-impreza This is where I got the average cost of an STI per 6 months.

[@roderickchavez9869]

Quick question. I have a 2018 wrx sit and it keeps overheating. I bought it used, to my knowledge it has a down pipe and new fuel injectors as well as a Cobb intake, what do you think i should do to help resolve this issue?

[@roderickchavez9869]

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