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Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:12 PM
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Hey everyone.

I just bought my first Subaru Impreza (2014 "Premium") and I'm looking for some ideas for things I can do with it. Tail lights, installs, etc.

any suggestions?
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ericsinsideout
Hey everyone.

I just bought my first Subaru Impreza (2014 "Premium") and I'm looking for some ideas for things I can do with it. Tail lights, installs, etc.

any suggestions?
Take it back and get the wrx!

Just jokes, congrats on the car! Exhaust, wheels, tint... Endless things to do, make the car your own and have fun
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by ericsinsideout
Hey everyone.

I just bought my first Subaru Impreza (2014 "Premium") and I'm looking for some ideas for things I can do with it. Tail lights, installs, etc.

any suggestions?


You might want to be more specific about what you are looking to do.
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by matthepcat


You might want to be more specific about what you are looking to do.
I was thinking of starting with tail lights and wheels but all I've found for the former are just film decals. I've also thought about getting fog lights, but I'm not sure how much of a task that is after market
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:39 PM
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Bolt up a, cool air intake, Nos fogger system,a T4 turbo,an AIC controller, direct-port nitrous injection, and a stand alone fuel management system. Not a bad way to spend 10,000 dollars

LOL kidding, welcome.
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by ericsinsideout
I was thinking of starting with tail lights and wheels but all I've found for the former are just film decals.
That's because the lame Altezza taillight fad is LONG over except for the idiots who still have them on their Civics, Integras and Corollas; and good riddance.

I've also thought about getting fog lights, but I'm not sure how much of a task that is after market
If there is an OEM foglight option, start there. The car is too new for there to be aftermarket lights for it, and even for the previous generations, it isn't like there were a bunch of companies making model specific fogs.

There are a few people who come to the Wed. VJJ meet that have already started modding these cars and are doing a decent job of it. Maybe hit up a meet?
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Overbear
Bolt up a, cool air intake, Nos fogger system,a T4 turbo,an AIC controller, direct-port nitrous injection, and a stand alone fuel management system. Not a bad way to spend 10,000 dollars

LOL kidding, welcome.
Hahahaha..

But seriously... OP, mod the driver before your car.

Go autox, rallyx, and track day. Or driving school. Seriously.
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 04:37 PM
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You need an i-club sticker. Adds 10hp off the bat. Seriously though welcome.
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 05:05 PM
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You need an i-club sticker. Adds 10hp off the bat. Seriously though welcome.
10hp per sticker, best to add two for more gain
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 05:41 PM
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10hp per sticker, best to add two for more gain
That's why I sticker bombed my car!
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 10:38 PM
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Welcome

I recommend driver mod first thing.
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I would first suggest swaybars.

Second turbo back exhaust & tune.( you have 6 years before it needs to pass smog)
Old Mar 20, 2014 | 11:16 PM
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Like 04GG said, bring it out to one of the Wednesday meets in Fremont since there's already a couple guy's who've modded theirs.

Who'd you buy it from, if you don't mind me asking.


Also, welcome to the forum.

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Old Mar 21, 2014 | 06:46 AM
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Welcome to i-club. I agree that driver mod is best mod. Check out Primitive Racing's rally school in the north bay. Looks like Paul is doing two sessions this summer.

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Old Mar 21, 2014 | 08:32 AM
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