SUBIESPORT Magazine: 2005 2.5RS

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08-18-2004, 05:15 PM

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SUBIESPORT Magazine: 2005 2.5RS

We'll be taking this zero-option 2005 2.5RS and doing what we can to make it out-perform a stock STi with an all-engine build-up. We'll also use it as a product test bed for some upcoming shoot-outs.

Step one: handling

Parts: H&R Coil-overs, IPD adjustable rear sway bar, Konig 17" Wheels, Hankook performance tires...and...?

If all goes well, and everything arrives, you'll see these parts go on the RS--including our thoughts on them--in issue number one of SUBIESPORT Magazine.

Ryan Douthit
SUBIESPORT Magazine
http://www.subiesport.com

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08-19-2004, 10:57 AM

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What about strut tower bars and under body cross bracing?

08-19-2004, 11:12 AM

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We want to see how it handles with the above gear before moving on to refinements.

08-23-2004, 04:20 PM

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H&R Coilovers installed.

08-23-2004, 04:23 PM

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Looks good! Taking the mud flaps off helped a ton too.

08-24-2004, 06:52 PM

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Wow, looks great. Keep us updated on this project. I am really interested as on my forester I would like to stay NA for as long as possible.

08-24-2004, 07:31 PM

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Sweet, sounds like a fun project... I ordered my subscription today!

08-27-2004, 05:00 PM

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I'd be very interested to see performance figures (skidpad, braking, etc) after each set of mods... any avalable so far?

09-16-2004, 09:37 AM

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Got some pics with the new shoes. Posted it as a wallpaper download at http://www.subiesport.com

Added:

- Hankook Ventus Sport K104 Tires 225/45/17
- Konig Trouble 17x7 wheels

Ryan

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09-16-2004, 09:41 AM

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Got some pics with the new shoes. Posted it as a wallpaper download at http://www.subiesport.com

Ryan

That looks nice

09-17-2004, 08:42 PM

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that mud-tossing one from WCSS6 (west coast subaru show 6) is pretty good, but i"ve got some better :-D

09-20-2004, 04:28 AM

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It is almost sad to see this project, many have come before you my friend, and have a diffucult and expensive time. Shiv, RallySport, there were a couple of more, turbo, super, NA, all have tried. Even imprezer tried years ago with the turkmen, but it was not meant to be. It is ok, enjoy.