This is the "Official" Wagon specific thread for this topic.

This is meant to address all "Wagon Specific Issues" associated with all trim levels of the Impreza.

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It is requested of the more knowledgeable owners to provide the "meat & potatoes" for this thread.

The success of this thread will be dependent on the free sharing of the lessons that you all have learnt and will be much appreciated by the rest of us Wagoneers!

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Please also refer to the following thread for all your Suspension issues:

http://www.i-club.com/forums/showthread.php?p=955449#post955449

Marc

I'll kick this one off... It's probably been discussed before- but has anyone investigated to see what exactly the source of all of the rattling in the rear is? Is it the hatch trim? 3rd brake light? side trim? cargo cover? My freeway drives would be much more peaceful if I could eliminate or reduce this annoyance.

... my only other ideas for topics here are group buys for waist spoilers and jdm tail lights :D

I have a 97obs that had a rattle. I adjusted the hook which the latch grabs onto and haven't had the rattle since.

I hate all the damn rattling that my exhaust makes when it hits against my differential cover because it is off the hanger.

ok guys. i need some help locating this part. it is the bumper cover that goes directly under the handle. the problem is it is metal, and not the plastic one.
here's the item: "CARGO STEP PANEL", part number E7717FE005.
it was found on a jdm wagon, i'd like it for my 04 wagon. TIA

ok guys. i need some help locating this part. it is the bumper cover that goes directly under the handle. the problem is it is metal, and not the plastic one.
here's the item: "CARGO STEP PANEL", part number E7717FE005.
it was found on a jdm wagon, i'd like it for my 04 wagon. TIA
yo chris... I got your back!

is it this:

http://www.cheammotors.co.uk/images/e1010fe000.jpg

here is the description:

Stainless Steel Cargo Entry Guard - 5 Door only.
Embossed with "Impreza".
Suitable for 00 model year onwards.

http://www.subaru.fr/accessoires/img/highres/AH30400110a.jpg

I think I saw this on another forum, they referred to japanparts.com, I think they said it was a special order part, but then again for the prices they charge all the parts are special parts. So I guess if you can't find it anywhere else go there.

is this area dead?? bump to awaken...

whu? hoo? umm?

Oh SNAP! I must've slept through my alarm. I'm gonna be late.

Thanks for waking me up.:)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JDM-Subaru-Impreza-Wagon-WRX-STi-Middle-Waist-Spoiler_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33638QQitemZ799 0486623QQrdZ1

... Somebody throw down ... please. I wish I could.

yeah my04 will not work either. good find great price for the earlier year guys!!!

I'll kick this one off... It's probably been discussed before- but has anyone investigated to see what exactly the source of all of the rattling in the rear is? Is it the hatch trim? 3rd brake light? side trim? cargo cover? My freeway drives would be much more peaceful if I could eliminate or reduce this annoyance.

... my only other ideas for topics here are group buys for waist spoilers and jdm tail lights :D

my buddy had this problem with his '03 wagon, took it to the dealership and they said it was the rear passenger seatbelt loop thingy (the top part of the seatbelt that it loop through and then goes down.... if that makes any sense) they said the spring inside was loose and all they did was stretch the spring a tiny bit and the rattle was gone.... hope this helps

I am sure this was asked before but I'm wondering if the Subaru OEM rear underspoiler will fit on the wagon. And also will the OEM front lip for the sedan fit or is it too big just like the rest of the after market lips? This is for a 02'.

Bryan

No, those lips will not fit the wagon. Front and rear bumpers are different than the sedan.

No, those lips will not fit the wagon. Front and rear bumpers are different than the sedan.

They'll work with some time and patience ;). The rear will be easier than the front.
-Joe

do a sedan/sti front bumper conversion..do the fenders too they look sick!

Anybody know were to find euro style tail lights for an 02 wagon?

where can i find this sedan/STI conversion??? and is it difficult to do?

where can i find this sedan/STI conversion??? and is it difficult to do?


There isn't anywhere that I know of that sells an off the shelf conversion for the fenders. The front is easy - Sedan fenders and bumper bolt right on. For the rear, though, you have to actually have the sedan fenders molded in. That takes extensive body work to get it right, and is not easy at all.

whoa... good to know =) thanks for the help

one more quick question... do the doors from the sedan also fit on the wagon? my car is the 2002 sub-ee wagon...

does anyone know where I can get a clean looking(not too cartoon like, more plain but not stock) lip kit for the front and rear of my '02 wrx wagon? any help would be great.
thanks

ive seen that on the sedans the 04 taillights will fit into an 03...would the 04 wagon tail lights fit on an 03 wagon?

Yes. Just like the sedan, the 03 bumper doesn't have the cut-outs for the circular part of the 04 lights, but I'm sure you could get them to work. It won't be perfect because there will be a gap, but it should be small and relatively inconspicuous.

o ok cool..thanks

Japan Parts has nice lips for the wagons that are made for the wagon that are very nice

Super

supposedly the new 06 wagon taillights need to be specially wired in to the 04-05 wagons (or 02-03's with modification) so if you want the euro look its gonna take some soldering and connecting.

so i went to try and take off my tail lights on my 03 wagon and i couldnt figure out how to get em off. how do those two screw things work? any help would be great. thanks

So in order for me to have an 04 v-limited lip, I need to get an sti or sedan front bumper because it will not fit my wagon. do i need to change the fenders or can i keep them?

you'll only need to install the sti side splitters. the lip needs to be modified a tad and you'll also need to drill into it as well.

if anyone has pics of the apexi n1 or skunk 2 exhausts please post them, in looking for a setup w/ minimal bends but I want to see how it looks on the wagon first. 02-03 wagon pics would be best cuz thats my shiz. thanx

Sorry I couldn't find a better pic, well that I've taken from my camera yet at least.
This is the n1 exhaust. I'll try to get a better pic up 'cause I know I have a few more which are better than this one.

http://s11.photobucket.com/albums/a154/Chris-w/th_Pimp.jpg

thanx, is that your wagon? if so do you like that exhaust? I cant decide what i want so im trying to get some feedback on various pieces

I like it a lot. It has a deep tone and looks great(IMO). There are other exhausts which sound great too, but if you like the angled look, this one is tight.

I do like the angled look, thanx for the help- wagons rule!

question & we need to bring this back! are the wagon side skirts the same length as the sedan?

^^Yes.

^^what he said^^

thanks all.

are cat back exhaust lengths and fitiment the same between the sedan/sti?

^^^Yes. Some say the Diff protector gets in the way, but I haven't seen that be a problem with any.

thanks for your help!!!

so i hear that the sedan and wagon bumpers are different. but the part number is the same on subaruparts.com?

and where can i get some nice bumper lip for my wagon. i cant seem to find it any where

The front and rear bumpers are indeed different.

www.japanparts.com has a couple lips for the wagon.

so the bumpers are different...but the bumper lip fit on both?

thats what it says on japanparts.com? man this is really getting under my skin

Sedan lips will not fit perfectly on the wagon bumpers. That's not to say that you can't get them to fit the wagon bumpers, but they won't fit perfectly. Sedan bumpers are wider because of the fender flares.

i was wondering if i can put cupholders in the center console for the people in the back. because my wagon does not have any..

My 06 WRX wagon has them as a stock item!

Super

well lets get me a pair of rear cupholders for my wagon :)

Japan Parts has nice lips for the wagons that are made for the wagon that are very nice

Super

Linky??? :doh:

supposedly the new 06 wagon taillights need to be specially wired in to the 04-05 wagons (or 02-03's with modification) so if you want the euro look its gonna take some soldering and connecting.

Very straight ahead swap... some solderless connectors and 30 minutes and you are good. Different harness, but easy to figure out. Just leave enough wire when you snip for your brotha!

anyone know where i can pick up the cusco wagon specific rear strut bar new?

anyone know where i can pick up the cusco wagon specific rear strut bar new?

Cusco. :doh:

Cusco. :doh:

looking for an actual website :doh:

Google is your friend ~ http://www.optionimports.com/cusco1.html

Google is your friend ~ http://www.optionimports.com/cusco1.html

for some reason i couldnt bring up this page when i was on there earlier thanks man:doh:

http://www.japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=1&car=115&middlesmall=2%3A11&maker=5&volkey=

Body Kit! Linky!! 06

02-03 about 3/4 down the page

http://www.japanparts.com/images/ImageFromDB.php?base=1&no=3825

04-05 3/4 down the page

http://www.japanparts.com/db/partslist.php?dealer=1&car=3&middlesmall=2%3A11&maker=5&volkey=

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/whiteline-wrx-rear-strut-tower-brace-wagon-p-2641.html

Rear strut tower brace for the wagon made by whiteline.

More not all wagon specific

http://www.rallysportdirect.com/shop/supension-strut-tower-bars-c-21_553_567_691.html

right on man!

Even better with the quick releases for the wagon

http://www.flatironstuning.com/shop/pc-1348-1012-whiteline-wrx-wagon-quick-release-rear-strut-tower-brace.aspx

Super

I'm having trouble finding exterior mods that would fit my 06 Wagon. Besides the front lip what else is available? Is there anytype of rear lip kits? Not going rice at all just little touches here and there.

look into aeroguards, they make ur car look a bit more aggressive

oh btw, has anyone ever installed the front end splitters on their 04 or 05 wagon? I've got an 05 outback sport and i'm looking into installing the front end splitters but i wonder if anyone else has done it and if its easy

I have an 06 wagon, base model and need taillights and headlights and sheet metal in front of car but have been unable to find these parts used. What I was wondering if anyone knows if I could change over the sheet metal /bumpercover grill/fenders/hood/taillights with an earlier year and make it work? Thanks

so i want to do the rail delete mod & have ordered the weather strip that covers the holes. the problem is i ordered it a while & ago & it hasnt even shipped so i want to get my $$$ back. My question is the holes where the rails bolt in to, how big are they? & is there a type of expansion screw i could put in to plug it up to make things smooth? any help would be greatly appreciated.

^^^You want to get:

Rubber Expansion Nuts - #8-32 x 15/32"
Zinc Plated Nuts and Bolts - #8-32 x 3/4"

You get these from Home Depot. There are 8 holes to fill.

Also, use some silicone over the nuts and bolts as insurance.

Also, use some silicone over the nuts and bolts as insurance.

I agree 100% ~ Silicon over the bolts!

I'm having trouble finding exterior mods that would fit my 06 Wagon. Besides the front lip what else is available? Is there anytype of rear lip kits? Not going rice at all just little touches here and there.


Not painted yet, will be done by end of month and remounted ~ nice, clean waist spoiler...:thumb: What I like is it doesn't have the 'toad stool' mounting pods like the original OEM ones.

This is makes it ~ www.ans.ca e-mail: info@ans.ca

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/NW%20OBS/RW1.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/NW%20OBS/RW2.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/NW%20OBS/RW4.jpg

Theres always full JDM ! Rear lip and waist spoiler :dance:

oh btw, has anyone ever installed the front end splitters on their 04 or 05 wagon? I've got an 05 outback sport and i'm looking into installing the front end splitters but i wonder if anyone else has done it and if its easy

Yes you can ! It's not that hard.... just gotta take your time !

Anyone ever install STI HID's in their wagon. If so pics so i can see how it looks. ANd how was the hook up. I heard there is an issue with the leveler. I am speaking more specific about the 2006-2007 but any knowledge would be great.

Hey since this threa dis for wagon stuff. Any of you guys ever take off that back panel on the wagon hatch. I did some sound proofing cuz of an intense rattle due to the subs. now i cant get the son of a ***** back on.

anyone that has taken it off i am sure you will know what i mean.

Hey since this threa dis for wagon stuff. Any of you guys ever take off that back panel on the wagon hatch. I did some sound proofing cuz of an intense rattle due to the subs. now i cant get the son of a ***** back on.

anyone that has taken it off i am sure you will know what i mean.

It's like Legos, pull it off and snap/pop back on. I don't get what you could be doing wrong other then not having all the tabs lined up? Pop your fist on the panel directly over each of the 6 nipples (3 top - 3 bottom) and your done. Put in the three black plus on the wrapped part that sit near the threshold (where you would bang your head when open) and your done.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/Suby%20Miscellaneous%20Post/RearWaist.jpg

I'm looking to get some lowering springs for my 06 wagon. I'm stuck between prodrives or swifts. My question is I know there are some sag issues with wagons in the rear and both brands lower evenly, do sedan springs work on wagons as well? And can we get an all wagon meet goin please? Geezus christ!

I'm looking to get some lowering springs for my 06 wagon. I'm stuck between prodrives or swifts. My question is I know there are some sag issues with wagons in the rear and both brands lower evenly, do sedan springs work on wagons as well? And can we get an all wagon meet goin please? Geezus christ!

You need to go Swift young man ~ 'wagon specific' springs! Pro-Drive does NOT have wagon specific springs. Yes, your ass will sag like Sharon Stone's running sedan springs on a wagon.

The Swift is a great drop and in my case is a beautiful marriage with the Tokico Spec D's. With a wagon you can adjust all four in about 2 minutes flat!

Here's the drop:

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/NW%20OBS/RearWaist2.jpg


http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/NW%20OBS/OBS18C.jpg


If you still want to run Pro Drives, then pick up some of Shane's spacers and solve the issue that way!

http://www.rs25.com/forums/showthread.php?t=76172&highlight=Rear+suspension+spacers

Ahem. I think you should seriously look at Tein H-Tech springs (sedan). They don't sag in the rear, and they're as close to stock-riding as you can get - depending of course on what you're looking for. If you want better performance, then go STi pinks and call it a day. If you're just going for looks and a good ride, then I recommend the Tein's.

This is just my opinion, but there are several nice springs on the market that work well with the wagons. Sorry to muddy the waters if you've already narrowed it down to those two.

It doesn't get more even than this (and why not take the chance to post pics of my wagon?):
http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t280/VRWRX/Wagon5.jpg

how much is the drop on tein's ?

Link on the OP is broken. :(

how much is the drop on tein's ?

I didn't measure before and after. Tein's website says 1.8" in the front and 0.7" in the rear. It probably lowers the rear a tiny bit more on the wagon considering the extra weight.

I have zero problems with clearence. I don't ever hit the bump stops, and I have never scraped anything. I've been through a Colorado winter with them and had zero problems with not having enough clearence in the snow.

question guys! comming in the new year i am going with coilovers & want to change up my rims. i am currently of progress springs & sitting on STi goldies but want to swap for 18's. will i have to roll the fenders on my wagon just to fit 18's? & what offset could i get away with if i do roll my fenders? if i dont have to roll my fenders could i go 18x7.5 & be safe? any insight would be GREATLY appreciated.

saw this thread was bumped and wanted to share

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a40/rsbugatti/the%20car/DSCF2186.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a40/rsbugatti/the%20car/DSCF2193.jpg

question guys! comming in the new year i am going with coilovers & want to change up my rims. i am currently of progress springs & sitting on STi goldies but want to swap for 18's. will i have to roll the fenders on my wagon just to fit 18's? & what offset could i get away with if i do roll my fenders? if i dont have to roll my fenders could i go 18x7.5 & be safe? any insight would be GREATLY appreciated.

It depends on a few things - what size tire do you want to run? How low do you want to go? How much camber are you willing to run? It all depends on how wide a wheel/tire you want, and how aggressive you're willing to get with your setup to accomodate it.

You can easily go with 18x7.5 +48 on 215's and only have to roll a little bit, maybe not at all, depending on how low you are.

18x7.5 is not a problem... im running 18x8.5 with a 39 offset on 235's on my wagon... and i think im one of the lowest wagons around. You will have to roll your fenders when you go to the 18x8 or more range. Alot of wagon guys are running 18x9 +38 rota g-forces, just be ready to run -1.7-2.0 in the camber range. Bran808 has just pulled off 18x10 +35 rotas with 255's on his wagon but his rears are crazy pulled and rolled. Looks BEYOND bad ass... just all depends on how crazy you wanna go ... and if you want to roll your fenders and get camber done. Ive gone from 17x7.5 +48 to 18x7.5 +48 then 18x8.5 +39 and ill be selling my 18x8.5's in a few weeks to step up to something bigger. Its all basically on how crazy you wanna go !

Ok so I went with the sti pink wagon springs with a 3/8 paranoid spacer. Would it be wise to get 235s on my stock 06 wrx rims? Or stick with 225s? Should I be gettin 40/17 or 45/17? I also bought a v limited style lip for my wagon and was wondering if anyone had an 06 or 07 wagon that's already done it. I've searched the web for howto's but mostly vague instructions.

Prodrive springs: no saggy butt here. 1st pic without lip, 2nd with lip. 3rd pic is overexposed, but you can see an even drop.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/rmd484/P9060120PS.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/rmd484/IMG_1845cropsmall.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/rmd484/WRXFrame1-1.jpg

Hey Simonster...I recently bought chinese knockoffs from craigslist and their fine. But you gotta do your own drilling and use their supplied bolts and washers. I'll try to upload a pic sometime later today. It will run you about $125 for the s204 limited front lip wannabe...for only 1/4 the price of the JDM!

Ahem. I think you should seriously look at Tein H-Tech springs (sedan). They don't sag in the rear, and they're as close to stock-riding as you can get - depending of course on what you're looking for. If you want better performance, then go STi pinks and call it a day. If you're just going for looks and a good ride, then I recommend the Tein's.

This is just my opinion, but there are several nice springs on the market that work well with the wagons. Sorry to muddy the waters if you've already narrowed it down to those two.

It doesn't get more even than this (and why not take the chance to post pics of my wagon?):
http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t280/VRWRX/Wagon5.jpg

Was there a reason you bought the sedan version instead of the wagon version for your wagon?

^^^I don't think they make the H-Techs specifically for the wagon. That and I saw them on a couple other wagons and they looked perfect, and came with good recommendations.

CO's FTW, get springs if you want a floppy ride and potentally blown struts after about 8 months, CO's are the way to go for sure, its worth the saving time... it was for me :D

is the rear lip off the sedan, reading this thread has gotten me curious now. As for wagon specific, anyone found a rear lip that is not from japan tuning? 400+ is just a bit more than i want to spend on it, but i really, really need to get rid of that Toyota Echo rear end look, it just doesnt look complete.

question guys! comming in the new year i am going with coilovers & want to change up my rims. i am currently of progress springs & sitting on STi goldies but want to swap for 18's. will i have to roll the fenders on my wagon just to fit 18's? & what offset could i get away with if i do roll my fenders? if i dont have to roll my fenders could i go 18x7.5 & be safe? any insight would be GREATLY appreciated.


The bottom shot of my wagon shows 18x7.5 rims 48mm ~ no issues without a roll, but I run 215's not 225's.

The rattle noise came from the rear on my 04 WRX wagon, was my perrin rear swaybar. I opt for the cusco 22mm rear adjustable sway bar with whiteline bushings, mounts and endlinks.

On the spring string - I installed KW coilovers on my 07 wagon with very good results. Even drop, good ride and adjustable.
Need some help - I removed the roof rail and have a part number for the 02 roof molding. Will it work on an 07?

/\ 02-07 should all be the same in regards to the roof rail parts.

Duplicate post...

Molding will be the same!

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q303/mpurcilly/NW%20OBS/RR4p.jpg

any chance i could sneak 17x9 with a 35offset without having to run sedan fenders on my 02 wagon? i know i will have to roll fenders so i am ready to do that.

any chance i could sneak 17x9 with a 35offset without having to run sedan fenders on my 02 wagon? i know i will have to roll fenders so i am ready to do that.

i've done that... but how low are u?

http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq124/bee_jizzels/IMG_2603.jpg

i even rolled on 18x9's w/ a 35 offset

http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq124/bee_jizzels/IMG_2169.jpg

as long as your not hella low.. and you dont mind rolling your fenders... and stretching a 235 tire youll be fine ! theres A LOT of wagons running that size .

ANythings possible =) 18x10 +30 here =)

right on i know i can do it! i dont mind rolling fenders thats cool with me good thing you guys suggest 235's for me to. right now im pretty slammed with a 1 finger gap all around. guess i gotta raise the coilovers up?

here is my grocery getter ....not done yet
i just ordered my japan roof moldings...they were $95 for the pair at the dealer here in hawaii....here is the part number in case anyone wants it(91046fe011, 91041fe001)..not sure which is the left and right tho

also i just ordered my 2004 rear bumper and tail lights off ebay for my rear end conversion

alot of people have been asking about my waist spoiler..........Its only $220 shipped and it shows up in like a week.....the carbon work is very very good and it weights next to nothing....i am very very happy with it .i saw it on ebay and figured for the price it would be cheezy cf and i would end up having to paint over it...but it only was $20 more then the none painted fiberglass one so i just got it. and it turned out to be very nice...now im just gonna run it straight cf until it fades...then paint it:)....... here is a linkhttp://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SUBARU-02-07-IMPREZA-WAGON-2-5i-WRX-STi-CARBON-SPOILER_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem4149555c48QQite mZ280403205192QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5f Accessories#ht_5855wt_941"]http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SUBARU-02-07-IMPREZA-WAGON-2-5i-WRX-STi-CARBON-SPOILER_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem4149555c48QQite mZ280403205192QQptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5f Accessories#ht_5855wt_941
http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p85/courtney420_01/IMG_1243.jpg
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/\ damn..that looks rather good.

/\ damn..that looks rather good.

click on the link below the last pic for a close up of the cf...really nice work for really cheap: banana :