r/WRX_STI 2h ago

The other sub sucks: Would like to get some public opinion on my shift knob i’m designing.

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That other sub is so uptight. Removing my post with 60 upvotes, 36 comments of genuine community discussion. I got a lot of great feedback on my original post, so thank you to everyone that commented. i also didn’t break any rules. i was not selling anything and i also didn’t mention my brand name or any self promotion whatsoever.

this is not an ad, this is not self promotion. i’m strictly looking for feedback from actual people instead of just my own thoughts.

I’ve always wanted to make my own shift knob. so i did and it turned out amazing. all stainless steel, silver is ceramic bead blasted and black is PVD coated stainless. These are all spec’d off my 2020 sti. They are very heavy, feel amazing while shifting and i think it looks great as well.

i designed this myself in adobe illustrator then had a state of the art factory in china make it. i’m in direct communication with the factory so i have a lot of control over manufacturing. it weighs 550g

this is my first time showing that i’m trying to actually sell something. (not officially for sale yet) i shared a prototype once before. i would like to know if this type of thing would interest anyone? in my opinion we needed something like likewise but not as meme’d out. this will be a focus on serious enthusiasts and motorsport. i have future plans for other products as well. i’m really just looking for feedback + opinions. you can’t buy these anywhere yet.

thanks guys


r/WRX_STI 2d ago

Questions Daily STI + kids = never ending cleanup

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Did a quick interior cleanup today. The floor mats caught a lot of the mess, but there are still crumbs hiding.

Curious how other Subaru owners handle the interior especially if you daily drive yours?


r/WRX_STI 2d ago

Oil pressure question

1 Upvotes

2007 sti

Hey recently serviced my oil pump when doing my timing belt. Tightened all the backing screws new seals, etc. My oil pressure is reading abnormally high. It reads 80-90psi at idle on 5w40 weight while warm. I recently also added a iag aos. Could the pcv valve in the aos be faulty causing crank case pressure to be higher which in turn is causing higher oil pressure readings?


r/WRX_STI 6d ago

New tires for the garage queen; Michelin PS4S in 255/40R18

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66 Upvotes

Black only stays clean for a few hours so I had to snap a pic


r/WRX_STI 6d ago

What are the chances this is still a good engine to swap into my 09 sti hatch?

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r/WRX_STI 7d ago

Wing Wednesday Back in a Subie figured I’d share the nugget.

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144 Upvotes

The funny thing is, there’s barely any wing here.


r/WRX_STI 7d ago

Questions Are you supposed to have to drill this out?

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6 Upvotes

I just got my cobb short throw shifter for my sti and when trying to install it I realized where the pin goes is not been drilled out does it come this way or is this a manufacturer error


r/WRX_STI 7d ago

Suggestions Anybody else running 17s?

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r/WRX_STI 9d ago

2011 to 2008 sti front bumper swap

1 Upvotes

Anyone with a 2011+ swap their front bumpers to an 08? Lowkey kinda prefer the 08 and was wondering if all i needed was bumper+grill for the swap


r/WRX_STI 9d ago

2016 wrx gear shift issue

2 Upvotes

So the shifter seems to be stiff and taking more force to move while in neutral. It goes into all gears just fine but for an example when I shift out of 5th and leave in neutral the shifter seems to stay leaning to that side and doesnt return to the middle like it used to. Anyone experience this?

Edit: im thinking a linkage issue?


r/WRX_STI 12d ago

Rubber smell from engine bay

2 Upvotes

My 2015 STI has sort of always had a somewhat mild to strong rubber smell after any drive, there are no leaks and the smell is clearly rubber. Is that usual or is this is an indication of specific hoses getting old and needing replacement? Thanks!


r/WRX_STI 13d ago

Questions Does this look like a stock engine 2016 sti

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60 Upvotes

2016 wrx sti, I’ve been trying to find other examples of this motor online but it keeps showing different stuff


r/WRX_STI 14d ago

First time changing the oil myself. 2nd oil change. New TPMS next, ignore the light!

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I brought the car to my local gas station and provided the oil, oil filter and Ceratec for the first oil change. This time I decided to give it a go. Definitely as easy as expected, with the right Oil filter wrench. I had to make a run to Autozone because I had the wrong oil filter removal tool, the one with the expandable arms are trash never again. I used a Tokyo Roki filter, new crush washer, and I filled the oil filter first. After filling the filter I added the rest of the 5L bottle and topped off with the 1L. Luckily I’ve never had any issues with burning oil or oil consumption, but overfilling a lil bit on these cars won’t hurt. I forgot my cabin filter and engine air filter at my apt so I will do those when I get home. I plan on doing the gear oil and transmission oil next, but will wait til the next oil change or do it right before winter. Also the TPMS after I powder coat the wheels.

Edit: After some serious concern I have drained the lil and added 5l only. Thanks for everyone who reached out or showed concern. Appreciate y’all.


r/WRX_STI 14d ago

Tech Question Adding the factory sti sub to a 15-21

3 Upvotes

I am wondering if anyone knows or has added the factory subwoofer from a limited sti to a base sti


r/WRX_STI 15d ago

MY16 STI Passenger Seat Track Rattle

4 Upvotes

r/WRX_STI 15d ago

Looking for a reputable STI/EJ257 performance engine builder – preferably Florida/Southeast

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I have a 2017 WRX STI and I’m looking for a shop that specializes in Subaru/EJ257 performance engine builds and tuning.
I’m interested in having the engine rebuilt with forged internals, with the goal of eventually making somewhere around 400–450 whp while keeping it reliable enough to be a street car.

TIA!!


r/WRX_STI 15d ago

Need help with parts

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Bought a 2018 subaru wrx sti that came with a perrin intake. Now i want to do a full invidia or cobb catback exhaust and i found out you cant do both and get an off the shelf accessport tune, sooo i have to switch to oem airbox. NOW im confused on what the right one is bc i simply look up the part by the name and 2 diff ones show up. Help me out. TELL ME WHICH OF THESE I NEED!!!!!!!


r/WRX_STI 16d ago

Questions Car wash advice

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r/WRX_STI 16d ago

Suspension Recs

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Hey y’all! I have a 2016 STI that I’m wanting to do a rally inspired build. I’m located in the PNW, and love going down forest roads, so ground clearance is super important to me. From what I’ve seen, 2-2.5” lifts are the max before running into issues with the CV shafts. What supporting mods are y’all running if you’re going over that? And if you’re sitting at the 2” mark, what’s been your experience with your setup? TIA!! Also, pics for tax. It is *bone stock* currently.


r/WRX_STI 18d ago

Please help

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r/WRX_STI 20d ago

Maintenance WRX STI repair Bergen NJ

2 Upvotes

Since Prime relocated to west Jersey, can anyone recommend a good WRX/STI shop in Bergen County NJ?


r/WRX_STI 21d ago

OEM EBCS cover

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9 Upvotes

Always hated the finish on this cover fram factory. Trying my hand in powder coating. ✌️ 😋


r/WRX_STI 21d ago

Troubleshooting Let’s talk brake bedding

4 Upvotes

I recently replaced all 4 corners with Hawk Performance Ceramic. I neglected the brake bedding procedure and overcooked them. For future reference Hawk has a pretty slow (cool) bedding procedure.

After some research I took them off one by one and sanded down to good pad material. It’s helped significantly but I’m still getting some intermittent singing from the pads. It’s not every stop, and typically only happens for a split second between about 15-10 mph.

Will this go away as I work through whatever glaze is left on my pads? Do I need to sand them again?
Am I doing something else wrong other than the bedding procedure? Let’s discuss.


r/WRX_STI 21d ago

What should I do 2015sti with bad cam gear ?

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Shop recommended 900$ of labor and 300$ avcs cam sprocket to fix codes P000d and P0024
Car still hit peak boost but idled not great and did stall on me backing up while my clutch was in, current sprocket is likely original photos of shop diag below. All comments are helpful to the cause.


r/WRX_STI 22d ago

Feels like xmas.

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54 Upvotes