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Sep 29, 2004 | 10:36 PM

CSUJeff

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Newbie needs help w/ 05 mods

Ok so I just got an 05 Wrx and have about 1500 bucks. Any suggestions on what performance mods I should get? I was thinking maybe a turbo-back exhaust system, but im a newbie when it comes to mods so any help would be great.
Thanx,
Jeff

Sep 29, 2004 | 10:39 PM

Jumpman23

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get a Helix Flex Up pipe and downpipe first . . . you can get the combo for 450.

then you should still have enough money for a turbo back ! then your set !

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Sep 29, 2004 | 10:42 PM

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might want to think about an ECU reflash with an u-pipe

Sep 29, 2004 | 10:50 PM

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So with the up and downpipe, would that be everything I would need for the exhaust system? or are there other things i can do after? Sorry if its a dumb question, i know very little about cars.

Sep 29, 2004 | 10:50 PM

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Get an uppipe, some stiffer springs/struts, stainless steel braided brakelines, pads/rotors, dot 4 brake fluid, and tires.

Sep 29, 2004 | 11:03 PM

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ok, another dumb question, is the helix flex street legal? I know its not in Cali, but is it ok everywhere else?

Jeff

Sep 29, 2004 | 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by CSUJeff

ok, another dumb question, is the helix flex street legal? I know its not in Cali, but is it ok everywhere else?

Jeff

Anything that alters emissions is not legal. The Helix u-pipe is illegal in all states. So is the helix 3'in downpipe with no cat. Most people run catless though just make sure you don't get a loud muffler.

Oct 2, 2004 | 09:51 AM

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I wouldn't say most people run catless, a few do, but lots of people keep 1-2 cats to pass emissions and keep the noise and smoke level down.

Oct 2, 2004 | 12:28 PM

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$1500 :-)

For $1500 I would recommend you to get a GT-Spec V2 Header System W/Up-pipe, Helix(Or Invidia)Bellmouth Downpipe, & Helix Catback System.

The main idea behind this is to take away the restricted stock exhaust system of the WRX...

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