Tranny problems on 04 WRX?

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Sep 28, 2003 | 11:21 AM

RobG

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Tranny problems on 04 WRX?

I'm looking into the '04 WRX if I can get one cheap enough (invoice or close to it) with the cheap financing. BUT... I've read a number of threads on this site that indicate lots of transmission problems on the 5sp, and lots of warranty denials.

I'm coming over from a supercharged '98 Z28 (550 hp) and wanted a car that's a bit more practical in bad weather... but I don't want to worry about blowing up transmissions or dealing with warranty issues.

Thanks!

Rob

Sep 29, 2003 | 03:18 PM

SUBARU_TECH

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if you no how to shift correctly and dont launch a awd drive car at 6k plus the transmissions are fine.and the 04 model has the new 3-4 gear set already.

Sep 29, 2003 | 05:27 PM

Subi114

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Car Info: 04 WRX JBP

hey subaru_tech can you elaborate more on this 04 tranny cause I just bought an 04?

Sep 29, 2003 | 08:09 PM

mr_yellow

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I believe most of the warrenteed bad tranny experiences are limited to the 02 WRX's... Other than that, I'd say most other tranny bad experiences are due to bad driving since the car doesn't take to hard launches very well.

Sep 29, 2003 | 10:27 PM

awns729

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the tranny is fine as long as you dont pop the clutch...slip it instead ...in other words put wear on ur clutch...not ur tranny...of course you'll run through clutches fast...but thats only if you launch a lot...now of course skill, driving style and mods all factor in...if you have a stage 2+, you have enough low end power to not need an 'awd launch' to win