WRX FP Blue Turbo Upgrade, is it worth it?

[@CommandoPG]

"But is it worth it?" WELL, my wallet says no, but my brain says, "haha, funny car go VRROOOOMMM." So, TOTALLY WORTH IT.

[@Altek1]

That's almost literally the exact sentence that comes out of my mouth when I try to justify it to my girl. Hah! Thanks for watching!

[@Larsx22]

1:17 now that's a big turbo

[@Altek1]

Haha are you talking about the blower fan on top, because that would be an epic sized turbo

[@A7MDONA]

😂😂😂😂😂✋🏻

[@BillGetsItDunn]

Built, not bought is my cup of tea.

[@ricerckt]

Enjoyed the format and commentary. I’m at that point now where I’m trying to figure out whether to go with a 1.5 dom or FP Blue. I’m after roughly 400 whp, but am also looking for quicker spool. I think you settled it for me.

[@Altek1]

Glad I could help you out and that you liked the format. It's been a bit tricky getting used to the FP Blue since the stock turbo spooled way quicker. It was actually a better turbo than I thought but the external wastegate and absolute explosion of power from 3,500 and on makes the FP totally worth it. Happy boosting bro!

[@g65_]

Good to see something other than the 24/7 pandemic topic. Hope you and your loved ones are ok.

[@Altek1]

I felt I had to mention it but I certainly didn't want to make it the focus. The turbo helps distract from it all when I'm in the car, makes it even more worth it. Hope you and yours are good too buddy, thanks as always for watching and commenting!

[@o0stoned0o]

"I'm trynna buy a house man! CMON!!"

[@Altek1]

Oh you know! Miss you bro!

[@BigMike10960]

o0stoned0o home prices coming down, maybe you can do both!

[@Altek1]

Hah, that's the plan! I need a fresh garage and new neighbors to piss off

[@angelarzate6563]

That was hilarious 😂 I’m on the that same boat right about now with my 2013 wrx 🤔

[@tonyyang2812]

Nice video. You were one of the reasons why I decided to get a 2017 wrx even though it was a bad financial decision. It was worth it

[@Altek1]

Well the 2017 doesn't have the same 2.5l motor, it's got the newer 2.0l that makes a few hp more than the previous one. I'm slightly jealous of that model since I've read it's like 40% more rigid than my model year. I bet you're having a blast driving it. I'm curious, how many miles and how much did you pick it up for?

[@tonyyang2812]

@@Altek1 I decide to get the limited trim and it was 38k miles. I bought it for slightly over 20k after negotiation. It was a pretty good because it was pure stock. I plan to make some exterior mods in the near future.

[@Altek1]

I assume you bought it from a dealer then, any warranty? Manual transmission or CVT? Honestly you are way smarter than me, mine was limited trim, 32k with some small extra options added. Hindsight is 20/20, with that and the upgrades I did, I'm in Audi S4/A6 territory without the amenities.

[@tonyyang2812]

@@Altek1 I did get the car at the dealership. I got a manual because that's a must have. I didn't know how to drive manual, so I had a buddy drive it back home where I practice driving stick shift. I'm still learning till this day. Definitely is a big change compare to driving an automatic car

[@Altek1]

You're right, manual is the only way to go with a WRX or STI. I play a lot of sim racing games with a full H pattern shifter and clutch setup. If you have the means, it's a great way of getting used to driving stick and paying attention to the road at the same time. Otherwise just be patient with it and don't let other people bully you on the road. I did some accidentally burnouts on my earlier fwd cars trying not to piss people off. Screw em! Best of luck with it buddy.

[@KodFxTMMotion]

If you're having fun, it is

[@Altek1]

Damn right. Thanks for watching and commenting as always buddy!

[@MrPantopantalones]

I recognize all the areas you drove through.. Good ol' White Plains, NY to name a few. Well done video

[@Altek1]

Ha, you called it. Northbound roads make for some fun driving. Thanks for watching bud, glad you enjoyed it.

[@MrPantopantalones]

Altek for sure! I unfortunately have spent a ton on my Subaru build and am looking to have around 475-500whp by late spring. If only I saw this video 5 months ago 😂

[@Altek1]

Oh man! That's more HP than me, unfair bro! If you have a WRX, I'd just be worried about the transmission with that much power. If you're on stock internals, you may need my tuners number sooner than later 😬 for your sake, I hope that's never the case. Awesome KZbin handle by the way, it's like Mr Pant Pants, gave me a good chuckle.

[@MrPantopantalones]

Altek haha thanks. I have a full 6 speed / STI turbo swapped 05 LGT, brembos, forged pistons among many other supporting mods on E85. Fun daily but with a few headaches through the years. Rather than sell the thing I made the financial mistake to do a fully forged built block and heads. My logic was in in too deep and didn’t want to part out so I guess “Cuz race car bro?” 😂

[@Altek1]

Hahah bro! That's my exact logic, and it's not a smart direction to take. I'm too deep now. To sell it would admit defeat and I won't do that. Plus it's my first new car purchase ever, so my intention is to have it forever which I'm sure the car will make sure that's not the case. Sounds like your setup is pretty badass though. Hopefully the headaches are over. I got a little heavy on the throttle yesterday and my dam backed down to .5. I'm hoping it's just bad gas because I have no other red flags but we'll see where this goes.

[@pabauza]

I liked the review, humor, information, etc.

[@Dave-so7sf]

Nice build! You sound like me and my 2017 STI money pit 😂. I developed a rod knock on this thing at 27k miles and it wasn’t covered under warranty due to modding it. Kids learn from us and purchase somebody else’s money pit for penny’s on the dollar or something fast out of the box with a warranty. This thing is pretty entertaining though now. 511whp/436wtq E85 @7400 rpms (Mustang Dyno)

[@Altek1]

Holy crap! Honestly, I think all you did was accelerate a problem that was there from the beginning. But you know a company will take any out so they don't have to pay to fix your problem. I was under the impression that STI's had better internals than the WRX, thus they wouldn't have the problem... but maybe not? I guess it depends on what you did to it and how much you were hitting that sweet, sweet redline haha. I completely agree with you, pennies on the dollar, yet weirdly, i still think it's worth it (assuming you never, ever sell it). 511 is some serious power though, I know my 380hp is stupid fun, so now i'm jealous and need to keep going. Thanks a lot bro! 😂.

[@Bizb525]

Funny how I come across people from the 914 on youtube all the time!

[@Altek1]

I want to say I'm representing westchester but that doesn't sound very cool. Thanks for watching!

[@sblexls]

Al you need your own show! We gotta get you in front of more cameras and talking all the time. Lol! Good luck with buying a house bro, keep your priorities right and your transmission will come soon after that don’t worry! You got this!

[@EruajNoj]

I’d recommend an air oil separator and oil cooler

[@Altek1]

I do have an AOS installed but not the oil cooler. I understand and AOS is pretty much mandatory but not sure about the oil cooler. You think that's a "must have" or a "good to have" kinda part? My temps are pretty good, 180f cruising temp with a max of 205f at idle.

[@scoobysisco9079]

You're really well spoken. You need a TV show lol.

[@Altek1]

Hah thanks so much bud!

[@reyesleonardo7397]

Nice im running fp blue and spun a bearing aswell. Send the turbo to be upgraded ported and polished, and building the motor at the shop now. Full GSC valvetrain, kelford 272s, wiseco pistons, manley rods. I have a video on my channel. 22.5 psi

[@Altek1]

That's almost my identical build. Don't forget the AOS but something tells me if you've gone this far, you got one. TGV deletes as well. I'm pushing close to 27lbs of boost. The warmer weather is definitely bringing on the power, it's been a blast wasting a ton of fuel. How many miles did you have on yours when you spun a bearing?

[@reyesleonardo7397]

@@Altek1 i have crawford AOS and killer b oil pickup baffle, you have IG?

[@Altek1]

Yeah, @altek1. Now you're making me question whether or not I got the oil pickup, damn.

[@awnetve]

Thanks for this video. I’m trying to convince myself to go for the blue. Currently with a 16gxt on my sti, it’s fun, but want more power.

[@Altek1]

Glad I could help. It's been a ton of fun blasting away with it the past few weeks. I will say the stock turbo is underrated considering the overall drivability but c'mon, powwaaaaaa! Thanks for watching bud.

[@eflem7708]

Switch to flex fuel or water meth injection. Youd have boatloads of torque , instant spool, and your tuner could probably get you to around 350-360whp. Torque would probably be around 400. 2.5s are wild with smaller turbos

[@albertoguerrero80]

@@eflem7708 yeah that’s what I did, I’m currently tuned on ethanol blend and making around 350whp, super fun to drive!

[@eflem7708]

Yea your next step up should either be a blouch 18gxt or a fp blue. I have a ported and ceramic coated blue on my ej205 and kinda wish I went with the 18g. I also wish i would've made a frankenturbo with am 18g billet compressor wheel and housing onto a vf turbo. Also kinda wish I would've went with a rotated ebay gt3076r

[@eflem7708]

@@albertoguerrero80 hell even you doing an 18g wheel and housing on your 16g stuff would probably be nice

[@wormoSTEEZE]

great and informative. stay safe out there and good luck with future upgrades!

[@Altek1]

Thanks bud! Looking into a front mounted intercooler so i can get the most out of the new turbo. The tuner had to back it down by 3psi and boy did that take all my sweet power away from me.

[@godsplannn]

Omg sounds so sick 🔥🔥🔥

[@Altek1]

Thanks bud! The sound never gets old!

[@FitLabb]

I love it, you took your car to the “auto gym” and now she’s got some real power. 🏎💨 Great video buddy, and I know how much you were looking forward to doing this to the car. Excited to check it out after quarantine life ends.

[@Altek1]

Definitely. It might not even be a fast as your daily Viper but I bet it'll surprise you once it hits boost. I think once I do suspension, I'm done. I'll only do the transmission if it blows, in other words, I'll be doing a transmission eventually. Thanks for checking it out bro!

[@FitLabb]

Altek Remember, it’s not about how fast your Schwartz is.....it’s about how you use it!!!!! 😂😂 Seriously though, I’m looking forward to checking out the car with the new mod once this mess is over, and we have a lot to catch up on pal!

[@julzsep90]

This was great brother and I'm literally going to see Remy in June

[@Altek1]

Glad you enjoyed the video bud. So in the long-run, I think I got pretty screwed by DDA Tuned, you might want to avoid them. After a good $20k+ in a replacement motor and mods, apparently they did a poor man's version of speed density which ended up blowing my motor.. This happened only a few weeks ago. Ended up selling the car for a major loss and DDA Tuned nor Remy responded to my texts, calls or emails. I was even going to entertain suing them but I don't even know where to start since I can't contact anyone. In the end, I'm not happy. The work from then degraded over the years and sadly, it's not a place I can recommend anymore.

[@julzsep90]

@@Altek1 damn thanks for the heads up man

[@MrJohnNinja]

Hey Alex, Great video! Glad to hear that all that power helps you "...always make a green light...:! :) Stay healthy and safe, John R.

[@Altek1]

Thanks John! The next time we go out to lunch, I'll drive 😁 hope you and yours are healthy as well, thanks for watching!

[@MrJohnNinja]

@@Altek1 Hey Alex, All good here. I hope the same for you. I look forward to that speedy ride to lunch! :)

[@BigMike10960]

More upgrades, and more videos!

[@Altek1]

My bank will disagree with you but I certainly won't. Once the suspension is on I may do a track day with my buddy, a video will definitely follow. Thanks for watching!

[@basithph8958]

It’s all about that boost

[@Altek1]

And I already want more bro

[@basithph8958]

Altek yes bro!

[@another04sti32]

Love your channel bro ✌️ if it makes you smile it’s worth it 👍

[@Altek1]

Thanks bro! That means a lot, I hope to have more Subaru videos in the future. Looking to get my hands on the latest STI to see how it stacks up against my car.

[@nicklindsay-abaire9782]

Great vid man

[@Altek1]

Thanks for checking it out buddy!

[@MrJames6891]

Worth it

[@Altek1]

It's easier to justify the more I drive it. Thanks for watching!

[@neuspeed79]

1. is your engine now closed deck? 2. how much was your engine build? 3. what’s the engine rated bhp?

[@Altek1]

I believe it's a semi-closed deck, the build was around $3500-$4000, I can double check the exact price if you really want to know. My tuner said the block can handle 500hp safely.

[@neuspeed79]

@@Altek1 no need to..

[@devilkittyrocks]

Glad it's all finally done bro... Or is it!???!

[@Altek1]

It never is bro! You know this! All I have to do is win money and I can finish the rest of it.

[@shawnshan9817]

Damn it it was the Cee'd all over again. Where is Mr. Growcock now I wonder..

[@Altek1]

I was actually referencing the Ford Fiesta review when making this but that review was hilarious. The Bruce Willis part made me crack up. Thanks for watching and getting the reference buddy!

[@howies3770]

You can't no load rev under a bridge, it needs load to BOOST. Wanna hear that wastegate, yo

[@Altek1]

Howie! That wastegate be the tune of my life right now. I think you texted me but i was way busy, i'm gonna hit you up this week. Stay fresh bruv!

[@davidarruda659]

“I almost died! Every day... its amazing!” 😂

[@Altek1]

I'm telling you, the week before I got the new brakes, I made a sudden stop at a stop sign and I ended up 20ft past it by the time I actually stopped.

[@Kichizo_DJ]

Pretty awesome video! Honestly I’m no mechanic but the motor should be good for a while lol

[@Altek1]

Hah, I'm no mechanic either, but fool me once is what I say! I'll do a 75k check up video, let you know if I've been screwed by it again. Glad you digged the video, thanks for watching bud!

[@JradkunPnoy]

I'm trying to get the same set up. For the FP blue. Did you get the 57mm stock appearing cover or the 84mm flow advamce port cover?

[@Altek1]

My tuner order the parts so I'm not entirely sure, but basing it on price, I'm going to have to say 57mm. Happy to help with anything else.

[@floridaboi217]

Dope video

[@Altek1]

Thanks buddy. I just got a front mount intercooler and a more quiet exhaust, expect an update video with 5 more pounds of boost 😁

[@nokoolaid]

do you find that there are fewer cops out there? I find my commute before I got send to work at home almost cut in half or in half really. A 35 minute commute I could do in 18 minutes on my R1200RT with breaking the ton often. I could probably chop a few minutes off if I did.

[@Altek1]

I actually find that more cops are out but to be fair, I'm driving outside of rush hour. And Waze isn't very effective with no traffic so I'm going slow in most spots. But you're right, my commute even the days I have to go into the office is easily cut in half. A 40 minute ride takes about 19 minutes, could be 15 if I trusted Waze, ha. That R1200RT must be a smooth ride by the way.

[@nokoolaid]

@@Altek1 I could eat a sandwich while doing triple digits. Yes, it's smooth.

[@Altek1]

Haha, I've only had the pleasure of being on one BMW bike. Softest. Seat. Ever.

[@christopherrisher6863]

I heard that anything over 350 WHP is where you can warp your heads has anyone heard of this happening often

[@Altek1]

I didn't have that problem, but I did just recently blow the motor again. Spun bearing yet again, but from what a few knowledgeable people told me, the tuner was to blame, not the build itself.

[@dionysquezada9221]

Well done sir, the humor, honesty and clips are great.

[@Altek1]

Thanks so much bud! And thank you for watching.

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

Oh man, I know all about Newburgh

[@Altek1]

It can be one scary place! Your KZbin username made me crack up by the way

[@SoulsSave]

Well done vid 👍🏼 is it still holding up? I noticed your parts list and I’m very impressed. They’re a few things missing that I think is needed to keep it reliable: AOS, pickup tube/baffle and e-85 flex fuel. You get those 3 things and I’m sure the car will last more than double the miles it is expecting to. Also keep checking that oil level! I will also add 11mm oil pump if you have the extra cash.

[@Altek1]

Thanks so much bud! It's still chugging along. Took me a bit to relearn the drive after getting the new turbo, but now I know exactly how to have fun with it and it's a blast. I do need a front mounted intercooler since the turbo is getting heat soaked from the top mounted, can't wait to get my extra 3 or 4lbs of boost back once that's done. I do have an AOS, I mention that in a previous video, and pretty sure I did the pickup tube as well but now you're making me question myself. I had my tuner do so much at once, I don't even recall. I'll confirm and as about the bigger oil pump since I'm looking to keep this thing as long as I can. Oh and thanks for watching!

[@clonmany]

👍

[@thepubwiththeboys]

Can you buy this turbo with a compressor housing to suit? I don’t see it anywhere…

[@q2subzero]

How' your 5spd in the wrx holding up to the new power? I was able to do about 2 yrs in my 2004 FXT 5spd with 365wtq and 312hp before 3rd gear gave up. doing a 6spd swap now!

[@Altek1]

Knock on wood bud, so far so good. It's my biggest concern now that I've upped the power even more with an fmic and a bit more boost, running smooth as hell though. I'll be doing a follow up video with the recent changes if you're interested. I never launch it, I meticulously rev match and I make sure to build the power up gently instead of just pounding on it. How many miles on yours when it went? Did you beat on it? Curious to know what I'm in store for because I know it's going to happen.

[@q2subzero]

@@Altek1 My 2004 FXT is just over 163k miles, and yeah i beat on it. Never launched it though. I do believe the reason 3rd gear blew up was b/c i didnt give it time to change all the way before i hit the throttle... the teeth didnt mesh completely (aka shifted too quickly). I've done a ton of hard pulls, even flat foot shifting and never had an issue before. On the bright side, i can still drive my Forester XT w/out 3rd gear. Unlike some transmissions with oil pumps, mine doesnt have one. i continued to drive it over last few weeks. I picked up a JDM 07 Forester STI 6spd transmission and drive-line swap this weekend, it's going in next week. can't wait to have the taller gears with the power i have.

[@spheno12]

@Altek Have you tried blast plates? I was told that the case flexes and that's what causes the gear separation. Not 100% on that but my '09 wrx is due for a new turbski and I was wanting the FP Blue as well haha 😆

[@Altek1]

I haven't even heard of that before. Sure beats spending 20 times as much on the 6 speed. Any proof that these work though? I notice a lot of back and forth on these in the forums. And bro, def get the turbski! The car is a blast now especially since I went with a FMIC. I will say that the stock turbo does offer a nicer daily drive feeling than the FP but eff that, powaaaaaaa!

[@spheno12]

@@Altek1 ya that seems to be the debacle. I haven't seen any definitive proof either way on the blast plates. 🤷‍♂️ And ya I'm at that point where I should either do the smart thing, keep it stock and sell this thing, or do what I always do, and jump down the rabbit hole and spend tons of cash on a poor investment and then tell my wife I can't replace my clothes I've been wearing since the 90's because they're too expensive. 🤣 165k OG motor so I'm kind of waiting for an excuse to do what you've done... and then blow my 5 speed up 🤑 Got a small oil bunker in the trunk to keep this biotch a goin. Lol

[@JoseManzo-un9zc]

Hey what's up. I purchased the fp blue for my 2013 wrx. The shop i took it to said it did not fit because the turbo outlet was hitting the secondary air valves. That i would have to delete them which is not an option since live in good ol' California. Is this an issue u ran into or did u keep the air valves

[@Altek1]

Hey Jose, it's been some time and I forgot a lot of specifics outside of what's in this video, but around 1:25 in the video I mention an adapter for the top mounted intercooler. If I'm not mistaken, the typical route to get the turbo to the top mounted intercool wouldn't work, not sure if it was because of the new up-pipe and external wastegate setup. Did you happen to look into that at all? The only delete I recall doing otherwise was the TGV valves but I can't see those getting in the way of anything since they're internal. It's also possible we scraped whatever you're referring to on the engine rebuild and I wasn't fully aware.

[@JoseManzo-un9zc]

Thanks for your reply. I have the intercooler adapter hose to fit the new turbo. The shop just said the turbo where it connects to the intercooler was hitting the air valves.

[@Craiggg12345]

@@JoseManzo-un9zcjust get a 20g or blouch

[@lowlifeangler]

Well race it in the road rally championship

[@Altek1]

It's funny, I want to do some kind of a track day with it, but I know I'll just eff it up somehow.

[@GrSTI]

how is the turbo holding up? and the 5spd? any ossues with turbo going out?

[@Altek1]

I think the new owner stuck with it, but the engine blew again since the original tuner screwed me so I got rid of it. Still hurts to think about it. If your build is questionable, get out while you still can.

[@OKlNlNAM]

did you upgrade your fuel system before putting in the turbo? ie. fuel pump, lines, injectors, regulator

[@Altek1]

Yup, upgraded fuel rails, injectors and pump. Not sure about the regulator or lines but I did tell Remy and his shop to upgrade anything necessary since I'm not changing anything after the fact. I essentially told Brandon who built it to do whatever he would do if it was his car, then I watched the price skyrocket 🤷‍♂️

[@OKlNlNAM]

@@Altek1 thanks im tryna get more fun outta my sti also. had to ask because i only saw tgv delete in your previous vids. keep up the vids......... #itsworthit

[@Altek1]

I was impatient to get the build done, all DDA had on hand was an electric purple set of TGV deletes so those are the ones I got. It's a good laughing point for me when I pop my hood. Lucky you to have an STI though, I wish I had the transmission and extra goodies you do. Best of luck on whatever work you do, as much as it's been a pain in the ass, the car is so much fun to drive. Thanks for checking my videos out, and hell yeah #itsworthit

[@nokoolaid]

How did the Evo compare to the Hellcat you had on here?

[@Altek1]

No comparison. I was shocked at how composed and smooth the Hellcat was but it did not feel fast. I wish I could italicize "feel" because I know it was, without question. But that Evo man, you literally feel your body being hoisted through space and time, I've never felt anything like it before.

[@YobaDeluxe]

Did you go for forged internals? What's the max boost you're running? Also did you do TGV deletes?

[@Altek1]

Oh you know it, Manley Platinum heads and rods, king racing bearings and tgv deletes. Only thing is that the tgv's were on back order so I took what my tuner had on hand in his shop so they happen to be purple... I was impatient to say the least. Max boost is 27lbs, underutilizing what I have for longevity (hopefully)

[@Altek1]

Check out my previous video on my soobie, around the 4:20 mark, the mechanic who worked in my car breaks down the main parts: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpzPaIJ7fc9gaJI

[@YobaDeluxe]

@@Altek1 cool, thanks a lot for the answer, I'm currently building my own forged ej255 for my Forester SG and collecting as much info as I can. One more thing, I don't think it was said in either videos, what kind of oil are you using? 5w30?

[@Altek1]

Not a problem bro! I'm using Motul 8100 Excess 5w-40. That's strictly what dda suggested I use. The jug is a bitch to get oil out of since the opening is so small, punch a tiny hole at the top of the container to let air flow and it pours just fine. Looks like sweet honey, yum. Any other questions, just bother me, no worries

[@YobaDeluxe]

@@Altek1 thanks man!

[@AsianMinecraftTv101]

I'm going the same route soon but how is your 5 speed holding up?

[@Altek1]

Not bad at all, no issues so far but I'm very specific on when I get on the power. Rolling starts with a gradual increase to full throttle. I've never once launched it since I'm pretty sure that'll just snap it in half, but boy do I want to

[@mredgar325]

It sounds mean and I would say that even if I didn't drive an electric car!

[@Altek1]

It sounds even meaner in person, the video doesn't do it justice, you'll see my friend! And we still have to do a video on that sweet electric ride of yours. Thanks for watching buddy!

[@atheekrinsan8166]

Was confused, but fuck it. I’m doing it anyways YOLO

[@Altek1]

Hah do it bro. Do it.

[@atheekrinsan8166]

@@Altek1 bro! I blew up my head gasket 😢, I’m planning to get tomei head gasket and arp head studs! Is it a good move? Can you guide me through this please?

[@Smurph789]

Did you replace with stock shortblock? Or new piston/rods?

[@Altek1]

Oh absolutely not. After it blew so early and after proper maintenance, I couldn't trust it. Manly Platinum rods and pistons, king racing bearings. My last two videos about my Scoobs go over the upgrades and how it drives. Thanks for watching bud.

[@Smurph789]

Altek thanks going to watch those next. I had a 2013 hatch as well and motor popped. Since I’m an idiot I just bought the 2019 STi LOL. Same engine, most likely same problem but the new pistons may make a difference.

[@Altek1]

Hah well go easy on yourself. You had a 2013 WRX? Spun bearing? If so, it's criminal what Subaru got away with making shoddy cars but I digress. If I'm not mistaken, the STI, although being the same block does have stronger internals. Plus that car is sharp as hell and you get them fancy differentials to be able to drift, can't do that in my WRX.

[@Smurph789]

Altek yes those EJ’s for essentially 14 years never changed. Kind of amazing how a basic tune could force the engine to pop. Either way these cars are fun and the most economical sporty cars to drive off the lot. I do miss the hatchback WRX I had since it had all the options (leather, sunroof, etc). I ended up getting a lot leftover base which was fine by me.

[@garrettsturgill9614]

Would love to get in contact with you about this exact build. I have this exact car with 70k miles. Definitely want to make it faster, inbox me! 👍🏼

[@Altek1]

I'll help the best I can. Looks like you have 8k miles less then I do, hope it's been running smooth for you so far. Not sure how to message via KZbin outside comments. Find me on insta @altek1.

[@stihatch4492]

Reset Trip A to zero out MPG.

[@stevenwpf1]

Haha you’re funny good video man

[@Altek1]

Thanks bro! And thanks for watching!

[@mryony23able]

😅😅😅I feel you pain

[@derrickgarcia303]

Now time for you to save up for drivetrain. 😂😂

[@Altek1]

Haha hopefully not soon, it's just so much fricken money.

[@derrickgarcia303]

Yeah I feel you bro!

[@Altek1]

Let me know if you got 10 grand I can borrow 🙄 that's why I always stuck with computers, I could have built a water-cooled beast for the price of one turbo. But at least the car is fun to drive.

[@JradkunPnoy]

What downpipe do you have? Catted or catless

[@Altek1]

I'm using an Invidia catless downpipe.

[@eflem7708]

Stock injectors and fuel pump? They have to be upgraded

[@Altek1]

Those have been upgraded as well. I put a full list in another one of my WRX videos. Short of the tranny, I think I have all my bases covered.

[@eflem7708]

Right on man. As long as you're not running a stupidly heavy clutch dont underestimate your 08-14 5 speed. 05-09 lgt 5 speeds are in the same boat. I've ran both in my 05 wrx and always ran the oem exedy clutches with 355whp and 350wtq. I had probably 15 drag strip launches on the 2010 wrx 5 speed and the clutch never slipped and trans held great. Keep in mind that I was also power shifting from 2-3 and 3-4 because I like to party. I think the key is running the stock clutches along with the redline lightweight shockproof topped with motul gear 300 for gear oil(andrewtech cocktail)

[@Altek1]

Haha, this guy likes to party! That made me crack up, hilarious. I have an ACT heavy duty clutch, does that qualify as stupidly heavy? I think it's strong but hopefully not "break your transmission" strong. I'm sure as hell not power shifting so I think I'll be fine for the long term. I do appreciate the info, you clearly have had more experience than I have. And I'm going to check out this cocktail you speak of, I've never heard of it but just looked it up. It sounds fun, I'm going to try it.

[@eflem7708]

@@Altek1 the cocktail is blue gold pretty much. Helps keep things put together. But as far as the act I'm not sure. Is it pretty chompy grabby? But the main question is, is it a full face disk or 6 puck. If its 6 puck that transmission is probably sweating

[@eflem7708]

@@Altek1 Oh and another fun fact/personal experience, my first 03 wrx developed not quite a grind but a crunch type sound shifting from third to fourth. No matter how fast or slow I would shift it. Yes I kept up with gear oil changes. Then I discovered the cocktail. Changed it and never heard that sound shifting ever again. But you are wise to not power shift. Because once you start it's extremely hard to stop. Its about as bad as opioids lol. Especially when you're racing and the car besides you starts to pull away. That foot wont come off the throttle to shift 🤣 gotta be a fast shifter though to be able to rev your car out and shift without hitting the limiter

[@diegosti9741]

DO you feel a difference in the map sensor ?

[@Altek1]

It was definitely better since my tuner was able to smooth out the idle and acceleration a bit more but I made so many changes at once, it was hard to tell. The biggest improvement came with the front mount intercooler. I was simply trying to push the car too hard while being heat soaked most of the time. Hope that helps.

[@munkypumpr]

What blouch turbo were you running before?

[@Altek1]

1.5XT. It was like having 100hp until 5k, then 400hp until 7k. Fun but not what I was looking for.

[@chrisnieves004]

How’s the 5 speed holding up ?!

[@Altek1]

Sorry i missed this comment! Still going strong. I never launch it and always go (relatively) easy on it between gear shifts.

[@mryony23able]

It is not really worth investing in a Subaru, I recommend a v8 I tell you because I have a 2008 STi I made the same mistake, 😅😅😅

[@Altek1]

I'd be upset at this comment if you didn't previously own an STI but clearly you know my pain. Hah, no replacement for displacement is the truth. If this motor ever goes, i think i'll bastardize the car and put an evo motor in it

[@derrickgarcia303]

What caused a spun bearing.

[@Altek1]

It was caused by a manufacturing defect from Subaru. After a class action lawsuit, they agreed to pay out for people that had the issue... I missed it by a week.

[@chrishernandez1589]

@@Altek1 Same, my motor popped at 37k miles ( 2012 WRX limited ) and I also missed the deadline.

[@mrmerlin6287]

More powwaa

[@Altek1]

Powwaaaaaa!! Damn I miss that show the way it was

[@mrmerlin6287]

@@Altek1 I just love that the car world instantly gets this reference. Clarkson is a living legend. It is a shame the way the BBC have milked Top Gear dry. I don't watch it anymore, but I hear that even Matt Leblanc has left..

[@Altek1]

I gave it a shot after they were initially kicked off the show and it was abysmal. It was weird to see another set of hosts try the same framework, I felt like it belonged to the original trio and it felt forced with anyone else. Chris Harris and Matt Leblanc were good but still didn't give Top Gear the same pizzazz. The last episode of The Grand Tour where Jeremy broke down saying they weren't even going to do the tent was the true end of an era for those three. At least I have 22 seasons on hand of damn good content. Maybe I'll do a couple of more references for fun in the future.

[@mrmerlin6287]

@@Altek1 I look forward to your content.

[@adiorocks69]

Link to where you bought the turbo pls

[@Altek1]

Here you go! forcedperformance.shop/products/fp-blue-for-subaru-wrx-sti?variant=36983106011297

[@adiorocks69]

@@Altek1 direct bolt on? I have a GrimmSpeed TMIC and was wondering if there was a different part number for WRX vs STi

[@Altek1]

With the Grimmspeed top mount, you'll need a special adapter hose. I actually have one since I just got rid of my Grimmspeed TMIC for a Cobb FMIC. If you're interested, let me know.

[@adiorocks69]

@@Altek1 link to that if you have time, thank you

[@Black16STI]

What Blouch did you have?

[@Altek1]

1.5XT. It was like having 100hp until 5k, then 400hp until 7k. Fun but not what I was looking for.

[@Black16STI]

@@Altek1 You still have it?

[@Altek1]

Nah, my tuner did a swap for me with the FP Blue. Depending on how you're using it, I'd be cautious. My car was only good in a straight line, albeit a very fast straight line.

[@Yelzabub]

no aftermarket maximum douche spoiler? impossibruuuuu

[@Altek1]

Hah! I can't justify spending money on any visual aspect until I know it's mechanically solid. In other words, this thing will always look stock. Thanks for watching!

[@moschoi]

Buying a built car is your suggestion? Yea.... no. Already built most likely means the car was beat on. You have no idea how hard the previous owner pushed the car. And you'll never know for sure if the building process was done correctly. And if it wasn't done correctly, it'll give you headaches and labor cost. Build the car in a way you want to.

[@Altek1]

A built car definitely means it was beat on, that's why it's built. I did specify to buy one you know was built right because unless it's Carol Shelby himself (rip), there's no way the car will sell as much as said person put into it. In my case it cost around $25k for all the work I put into it without the cost of the car itself. It would sell maybe 1-2k more than a used stock WRX, so any second hand buyer of a modded car is making out like a bandit. Even if they have to put something into it, short of an entire engine rebuild, won't cost them as much as it would if they did it themselves. Unless you can do the work yourself, then you'd save thousands and then yeah, my idea doesn't pan out so well. I'd only buy a modded car second hand if it was built by my boy Rick. That man is a perfectionist (@rpt_creations).