New WRX owner here. I need all the help and tips I can get. Thanks for the helpful information. A much longer and detailed version of this would be nice lol.
I just have to say.. The insurance.. I'm not even paying $1850 for a full YEAR on my STi. I have 1 speeding violation on my record, and am in the 40+ male demographic. That just seems like a really high estimate, but.. It really depends on a ton of variables. Just don't buy what you can't afford in the aftercare/upkeep, do your homework!
I’m almost 22 with a clean record and just got a 2017 WRX and my insurance is $170/month, I think it really depends who you have insurance through and where you live along with driving record
Have had a 2014 Wrx hatch in world rally blue. It has aem intake, Perrin turbo inlet, and Mishimoto throttle body hose. Running 5w40 rotella and oem rx8 oil filter. Car has been super reliable. Most reliable car I have ever owned. However. I take really really good care of it. Oil every 3k. It is pro tuned. Made 255whp and 290lb of torque. It never knocks. I fill up at the same gas station every time. Shell nitro from a gas station that moved a ton of gas. So it’s always fresh. I trust this car more than Iv trusted any of my Honda’s, Toyota’s or anything I have had. This car has been bullet proof. Just know what you are getting into. This is not a car you can do nothing to and be able to beat in it forever with no issues. You have to put in, to get something out of a wrx. No it isn’t expensive, no it isn’t cheap. You get the most amount of car in the price range. It’s good at everything, master of nothing. But you have to pay much more money to get a master of anything. So... if you have 25k to get a car. And you love having fun and tinkering with cars. Subaru wrx is you man. Buy one. Take care of it. You won’t regret it.
Hey I gotta say I really appreciate you I saved my used ‘15 wrx back in august (I say saved cause the previous owner mishandled her) your videos give me the knowledge I need to give my car the love it needs. I’ve never owned a Subaru before but I’m learning so thank you.
I love going back and watching some older videos to refresh my knowledge every now and then. Quick question: I want to run 2 dedicated gauges on my EJ255 and was wondering what you might recommend. I for sure want an oil pressure gauge but cannot think of another gauge to run. The car is stage 2 with an EWG and is my daily driver. Thanks!
My ($55/mo full coverage) insurance on my STi is so happy I am home owning married man over 25 and my wife is the "primary driver" (she can't drive stick >.>)
Purchased my first 2013 WRX off of a sketchy used car lot, a lot of people have told me how its a really bad idea but im keeping positive even through the worst first 3 weeks of owning it 😂 i didnt make it home from the dealer, radiator inlet pipe cracked, replaced with Mishimoto radiator then turbo coolant line blew two days later, (dealer paid for parts thankfully) from then cars ran great i daily it 45 miles one way to work and back to the point i really appreciate your videos on proper care and just giving light to these cars, i have a friend that owns my same WRX and hes been a great help on my future plans when money comes and i look forward to seeing more content. Ill be sure to update you on how it goes, thank you again Smeedia !
Just fyi... WRX does stand for World Rally eXperimental as it was the result of a collaboration between subaru and prodrive to create a car for use in the world rally championship.
@@Smeedia the name WRX began in 1992. It was the name given to the impreza variant that was produced to meet the WRC Group A homologation requirements so that they could enter the car into the WRC.
@@BatteredSav100 I agree with that statement, and I've always thought it was the eXperimental. Only thing that changed my mind or made me think otherwise was the statement from Subaru in that nasioc forum that said otherwise 👀 But! If I'm wrong then apologies for it, just basing it off of the statement I saw
@@Smeedia yeah I read that statement. The problem is, it's just a statement from a person on a forum who says someone official told them. I can't find any evidence to back them up and all the evidence I find is contrary to that statement. And let's face it... what does 'Infinite' have to do with 'World Rally'?
H4 engines with their low center of gravity rule, it is just physics. Think of Subarus as the poor mans Porsche. More than equal the fun at significantly less $$$. It does cost $$$ to play the modifications game and you need a goal. Modifications are indeed addictive but dam fun! And last but not least getting whatever your power level you have to the ground can give you a great ride with decent fuel economy, reliability even from a stock block.
Great video. Learned a lot and didn’t take 30 minutes to explain, perfect. Also insurance depending on where u are, like he said, will vary. I live in Ontario and have a perfect driving record and I’m 20, I got quoted for a 2024 golf gti ($386/month), 2018 focus rs ($324/month), and a 2019 wrx Raiu edition, which I now own, and it’s $287/month. I was shocked at the gti insurance and that’s what steered me away from the car. The wrx is a perfect car. Has enough power stock for me to have some fun. Can fit my kayak and fishing gear. And it has endless possibilities. Pick urself up one if u have the means.
Subarus aren't reliable the owners aren't reliable they think ooo faster thrash it when it fucks up because they think wack everything on do no maintenance or tune or doing cheap fixs or not asking questions because they don't want to look stupid THEY BLAME THE CAR AND THE BRAND. Also In Australia I use Penrite 10W-50 for the age and weather to my country. 99 Gc8 my 04 model ( Blob eye ) I use Penrite 5W-40
I have been doing alot of research recently before I go and pick up my first wrx and I have saved and keep coming back to different videos of yours. Thanks for the help.
I just picked up a 2018 Subaru WRX with 26k miles on it. My insurance is only $93 a month ($558 for 6 months) at 26 years old, full-coverage, and uhh, multiple tickets on my driving record. Only thing I will say about it with the first week of owning it, I'm noticing the revs hang high when shifting out of first and second gear, and the clutch feels... like from the floor to the point-of-engagement really long, like it's traveling a long way.
Just curious if I should still invest in an accessport if I plan on keeping mine completely stock through college. I’ve heard the FA20DIT is pretty reliable if you just keep it stock and take care of maintenance but I want to make sure it has a long life
yo i really appreciate the hardwork !! thanks for giving us all these tips and knowledge 👍🙌 i paused the video cause im at work but still got the time to tell u that i appreciate the grind!! 6:00 and im outa here cant wait to press the play button 💯🙌🙌
People boost an already boosted stock engine to 400 HP, blow it up, and put Subaru on blast on every forum they can find. Meanwhile I keep a bugeye stock and put 200k miles on it, and sell it with completely rusted out quarters for 3 grand in two days. Original head gaskets, trans, clutch, bearings and everything else people think blows on these cars. And that's not to say you can't put your favorite intake and exhaust on it and still have good reliability. As long as, like you said, get a damn tune!
Bro.. im trying to look for Sti 2021.. but im still worried maybe its not good one..but i really love the STi its my dream car.. too bad they stopped the production,i wonder why.. so i got no choice but to get used Sti.. how many mileage you got to your STi?
What the heck kind of driving records you have that insurance costs that much? I changed from a 2017 forester to a 2020 WRX and same coverage only increased about $120 for 6 months. That makes it about $900 a year for full coverage. You’re paying $1800 for 6 months! Jeebus!
Here after just trading in my 2017 Toyota 86 (auto) to a 2019 WRX (stick) (I guess you can say I like the FA20 lol) thanks for all of the useful info! Definitely going to check some of your other videos
Have a 2011 sti with hydrolucked engine..Goin for swapping it..what years work with no extra work..can I put 2018 sti motor on 2011 bolt on and no tune up?
Something I may add: the Cobb OTS tunes aren’t great for cars that are driven hard. I’ve lifted the heads on two EJ wrx’s with just the Stage 1 tune due to track driving and autocross. Lifted head = head gasket failure btw GET A REAL TUNE
I dont know what to look or to but used Subis.. STi. all i know is just low milage and good carfax history no recalls are the best sign that the car is Good!
I love your videos!!! Keep up the good work, and please do not stop posting videos!! I have good friends in some car crews in Virgina, I will be sharing all your stuff with them! Planning on getting a sti by the end of this year, love your tourtials and how you break everything down. Love to see what's in store for your Subi and Brz! Almost have watched all your videos, would love to see more videos of your add ons and everything you do to your cars. Now I know exactly what to do and buy for my subi right when I get it!! Thank you!!!!
Always going to keep posting the videos! Some dont do as well as others statistically speaking but I enjoy making them, love helping out the community. Hope you are able to snag that STI! Well worth it and very fun no matter what year it is! Thank you for the support!
I just bought a 2022 wrx for my son. And i picked up a 2017 wrx for myself! All my previous vehicles were turbo also(94 supra, evo8, focus st) so im familiar with how to treat a turbo car. But this video definitely helps with what you should/should not do with a wrx. Thanks!
I can’t express how much this information has helped me. Just got myself a 2020 WRX that I have fallen in love with as a salvage/rebuild title and I plan to do some basic upgrades with the car. Finding solid, straight to the point information has been interesting to say the least. You got yourself a new follow and subscription. Thank you for your expertise man!
what oil filter do you recommend for a stock 18 STI? Also if i plan on keeping my car stock (daily driver) is a access port worth getting just to monitor the car?
Just got a 14 wrx Friday and I would say I watched almost all of you informational videos and watched a few of the others and you helped me so much. A dealership tried to sell me one with a catless down pipe and a cold air intake and I asked if it was tuned properly and he said he would look to see and call me back and never got a response
You've made a great job! and You do have a great car ))) I have different Subaru's more then 5 years. Now I want to build a WRX fa20DIT Stage 2 car. Will be pleased if You could write main points, what I need to change/upgrade for Stage 1 and Stage 2 (as You told at this Video). Thank You and have much fun with Your amazing Subaru!!!
Hi, thanks for the reply. That’s an insane average for sure :) I live in Southern California and we have some of the highest insurance rates out there. Especially with GAP, I should be paying far more it seems like
Great video bro ......my first wrx ....and man do I need your help after 4 days the engine light popped on with the air bag light, traction control light, abs light,and the vehicle going up the hill light...but the car still drives great I'm lost...
I wanna get a subaru in two years but i know absolutely nothing about cars going into this. Are there any videos or websites i can go to for learning what half of this alien sounding technology is please?
@@Smeedia ill check it out thank you. It's just i get really confused when people start talking about the technical terms and names for parts that ive never heard of. Im sure ill be able to pick it up soon enough 😊
Just subscribed. I consider myself a Subaru enthusiast and lover. I have a 17 non turbo Forester and I’m definitely getting a 15+ WRX. I don’t even have one and I’m already looking at things to get. I do have a question; does the WRX DIT engine need an air-oil separator?
@@Smeedia good to know, I follow another WRX/STI owners channel (boost and shutter) and I thought he said an AOC was essential to mainly the STI engine
Wrx - world rally ex, meaning it’s not a force in a world rally anymore. I also sometimes call them wrex, and many are) I’m joking of course, these are still cool cars but Fuji industries hasn’t been truly innovative for a long time
Woah woah woah that average insurance cost is INSANE. I have a 2020 WRX, I have one speeding ticket on record, 27 years old, and I’m paying 1128 every 6 months. Also I live in Brooklyn, so I always figured I was paying slightly higher insurance rates than most.
Very helpful! Thank u. Btw, since I’m new in this, I own a 2015 WRX STI and I would like to know how to recognize what’s going on when my car is making some weird noises, so do you have a video about it?
@@Smeedia thank you! Well, I’ve been listening a weird noise coming from the air compressor or next to it, power steering fluid, coolant, brake and clutch fluids are ok, I change the oil 3 months ago now, but I have no idea what that noise could be.
my 2019 wrx is fully insured with 500 dollar deductible and i pay 102 a month, if people are paying on average what you said i feel super lucky about my insurance rates
@@Smeedia yes they have been really good. I've just recently found your channel and I'm definitely liking it, its helping me to get a solid plan setup for my subie when I start modding and tuning. Thanks for all the good info :)
@@XxTommyboy890Xx that's probably true since I've heard wrx has one of the highest speeding ticket rates lol, luckily I haven't got one yet. (Knock on wood.....)
@@codybourn2082 when I first got mine, my insurance was awful 🤣 I was 19 and had no idea about what it costs. Luckily it's only about $120 a month now 🙌 glad that the content and videos are helping out 😁
One miss concept they over steer hard core brake before the corner go slow don't accelerate into it or on it one your finish punch it that what the AWD is good for people have this miss information AWD omg you can fang into the corner and go for it bro and they lose control
WOW... I never realised how expensive insurance is in the US.... $3600USD a year. On a 2016 wrx i pay $1500AUD a year for full coverage. Thats about $1k US....
Anyone out there with 300,000 miles or more on their sti with original stock ? Subaru should have an awards program for anyone reaching that high mileage at least a t shirt
Thanks for the video/information. I asked the community on the IWSTI forums a question and there was posters that started arguing with each other on the post I did. I’d like to add the arguing had no relevancy to the question I asked. It honestly sounds like a bunch of kids. I’ve asked questions on the FRS/BRZ forums and never got this experience.
If you're military or mom and dad are, get USAA for insurance. I pay what he said for insurance for full coverage for a 2018 WRX, with 2 other cars included but those are liability since they're 12 and 15 years old
I’ve checked insurance averages and it seems to be 1400-1800 per year not per 6 months like you say. If you don’t mind telling me where you got your info from. Thanks.
Quick question. I have a 2018 wrx sit and it keeps overheating. I bought it used, to my knowledge it has a down pipe and new fuel injectors as well as a Cobb intake, what do you think i should do to help resolve this issue?
2020 STI stock for the most part, I was told that you can Max out ur motor, or close or it ... or not a good idea money is not a problem, Does it void your warranty if you did something like that?
Since we graduated, when can we expect our diplomas in the mail???🤣🤣🤣
Must be picked up in person 😅
@@Smeedia that would be quite the road trip, considering you are on the opposite corner of the country. I'm in North Carolina.
@@BlazeOn88 I will send my most trustworthy carrier pigion!
New WRX owner here. I need all the help and tips I can get. Thanks for the helpful information. A much longer and detailed version of this would be nice lol.
Shell oil is very very good. High temperature resistant. And loads of detergents to keep the inner of the engine clean with regular changes
Just got my 2021 WRX premium stick two days ago. It’s my first manual and I love it so much. Great video!
Congrats on the car! 🔥😁
Me too bro! Everything is nice except for the surge and first and second gear, they are too short.
Just got my own 2021 STi base congrats
Just got the same this month! WR Blue and I love it!
Same here congrats to us its really hard even thinking about ever owning a different vehicle
Another fact:
The 2005 WRX STI and the 1998 Subaru 22b are the greatest Subarus ever made
07 an 98 22b was the best an greatest sti ever made. 07 has the best gear ratios
I just have to say.. The insurance..
I'm not even paying $1850 for a full YEAR on my STi. I have 1 speeding violation on my record, and am in the 40+ male demographic.
That just seems like a really high estimate, but.. It really depends on a ton of variables. Just don't buy what you can't afford in the aftercare/upkeep, do your homework!
I’m almost 22 with a clean record and just got a 2017 WRX and my insurance is $170/month, I think it really depends who you have insurance through and where you live along with driving record
@@proe34 I got a 2019 limited wrx I pay 115 a month. I'm 26. I remember paying way more wen I was 21 for a wrx so time will let ur prices go down :)
2017 wrx here I'm 34 live in Ohio I pay $79 a month for full coverage..
@@ultrashady5229 that's I think as low as u will go lol 😆
Have had a 2014 Wrx hatch in world rally blue. It has aem intake, Perrin turbo inlet, and Mishimoto throttle body hose. Running 5w40 rotella and oem rx8 oil filter. Car has been super reliable. Most reliable car I have ever owned. However. I take really really good care of it. Oil every 3k. It is pro tuned. Made 255whp and 290lb of torque. It never knocks. I fill up at the same gas station every time. Shell nitro from a gas station that moved a ton of gas. So it’s always fresh. I trust this car more than Iv trusted any of my Honda’s, Toyota’s or anything I have had. This car has been bullet proof. Just know what you are getting into. This is not a car you can do nothing to and be able to beat in it forever with no issues. You have to put in, to get something out of a wrx. No it isn’t expensive, no it isn’t cheap. You get the most amount of car in the price range. It’s good at everything, master of nothing. But you have to pay much more money to get a master of anything. So... if you have 25k to get a car. And you love having fun and tinkering with cars. Subaru wrx is you man. Buy one. Take care of it. You won’t regret it.
This!!!!
Perfect timing! Just when i'm about to pick up the wrx tomorrow!
Congrats on the new car!
Congrats. Just picked up my 2020 wrx this past sunday tryna get up to speed on this car. Previous mustang owner
I picked up my 2020 STI last Saturday. Loving it. My Type RA gold wheels wheel be in next week.
I work at discount tire still debating what kinda wheels I wanna order for mine...
oaguirre013 I have my bronze konig hypergrams from my previous car that I will be putting on the magnetite grey wrx
Hey I gotta say I really appreciate you I saved my used ‘15 wrx back in august (I say saved cause the previous owner mishandled her) your videos give me the knowledge I need to give my car the love it needs. I’ve never owned a Subaru before but I’m learning so thank you.
So glad the videos are helping! Always good to save a car that's been abused. Going through the same thing with my BRZ right now
I love going back and watching some older videos to refresh my knowledge every now and then. Quick question: I want to run 2 dedicated gauges on my EJ255 and was wondering what you might recommend. I for sure want an oil pressure gauge but cannot think of another gauge to run. The car is stage 2 with an EWG and is my daily driver. Thanks!
Oil pressure and AFR would be my picks. 🔥
What u need to know. It’s awesome friggin car. The end
My ($55/mo full coverage) insurance on my STi is so happy I am home owning married man over 25 and my wife is the "primary driver" (she can't drive stick >.>)
Deals on insurance 😅
quoted a 2005 sti for 150$ per month through state farm
@@vaerxxx3231 The Home, 3 cars, and 3 life's are a lot more than the $55 for the STi . Bundles save.
Sounds like insurance fraud to me. See what happens when you have an accident in it and file a claim.
@@bigtank1982 It is through State Farm. There are benefits on being older, married, with a clean driving record (I ain't been caught hooning)
Purchased my first 2013 WRX off of a sketchy used car lot, a lot of people have told me how its a really bad idea but im keeping positive even through the worst first 3 weeks of owning it 😂 i didnt make it home from the dealer, radiator inlet pipe cracked, replaced with Mishimoto radiator then turbo coolant line blew two days later, (dealer paid for parts thankfully) from then cars ran great i daily it 45 miles one way to work and back to the point i really appreciate your videos on proper care and just giving light to these cars, i have a friend that owns my same WRX and hes been a great help on my future plans when money comes and i look forward to seeing more content. Ill be sure to update you on how it goes, thank you again Smeedia !
Just fyi... WRX does stand for World Rally eXperimental as it was the result of a collaboration between subaru and prodrive to create a car for use in the world rally championship.
Do you know what year that changed? Last written statement I've seen from Subaru was that the X stands for infinite 👀
@@Smeedia the name WRX began in 1992. It was the name given to the impreza variant that was produced to meet the WRC Group A homologation requirements so that they could enter the car into the WRC.
@@BatteredSav100 I agree with that statement, and I've always thought it was the eXperimental. Only thing that changed my mind or made me think otherwise was the statement from Subaru in that nasioc forum that said otherwise 👀 But! If I'm wrong then apologies for it, just basing it off of the statement I saw
@@Smeedia yeah I read that statement. The problem is, it's just a statement from a person on a forum who says someone official told them. I can't find any evidence to back them up and all the evidence I find is contrary to that statement. And let's face it... what does 'Infinite' have to do with 'World Rally'?
@@BatteredSav100 lol understandable 😅, cool if I pin your comment up to the top so people have the clarification?
H4 engines with their low center of gravity rule, it is just physics. Think of Subarus as the poor mans Porsche. More than equal the fun at significantly less $$$. It does cost $$$ to play the modifications game and you need a goal. Modifications are indeed addictive but dam fun! And last but not least getting whatever your power level you have to the ground can give you a great ride with decent fuel economy, reliability even from a stock block.
Great video. Learned a lot and didn’t take 30 minutes to explain, perfect. Also insurance depending on where u are, like he said, will vary. I live in Ontario and have a perfect driving record and I’m 20, I got quoted for a 2024 golf gti ($386/month), 2018 focus rs ($324/month), and a 2019 wrx Raiu edition, which I now own, and it’s $287/month. I was shocked at the gti insurance and that’s what steered me away from the car. The wrx is a perfect car. Has enough power stock for me to have some fun. Can fit my kayak and fishing gear. And it has endless possibilities. Pick urself up one if u have the means.
Subarus aren't reliable the owners aren't reliable they think ooo faster thrash it when it fucks up because they think wack everything on do no maintenance or tune or doing cheap fixs or not asking questions because they don't want to look stupid THEY BLAME THE CAR AND THE BRAND. Also In Australia I use Penrite 10W-50 for the age and weather to my country. 99 Gc8 my 04 model ( Blob eye ) I use Penrite 5W-40
I have been doing alot of research recently before I go and pick up my first wrx and I have saved and keep coming back to different videos of yours. Thanks for the help.
Anytime 🔥😁
Thank you for this video! I just wanted to add so some people aren’t deterred, insurance isn’t always going to be that high. Mine is $120..
I just picked up a 2018 Subaru WRX with 26k miles on it. My insurance is only $93 a month ($558 for 6 months) at 26 years old, full-coverage, and uhh, multiple tickets on my driving record.
Only thing I will say about it with the first week of owning it, I'm noticing the revs hang high when shifting out of first and second gear, and the clutch feels... like from the floor to the point-of-engagement really long, like it's traveling a long way.
Just curious if I should still invest in an accessport if I plan on keeping mine completely stock through college. I’ve heard the FA20DIT is pretty reliable if you just keep it stock and take care of maintenance but I want to make sure it has a long life
yo i really appreciate the hardwork !! thanks for giving us all these tips and knowledge 👍🙌 i paused the video cause im at work but still got the time to tell u that i appreciate the grind!! 6:00 and im outa here cant wait to press the play button 💯🙌🙌
Thank you! Means a lot! Just trying to get the information out there for everyone to use 🙌
I have a 2017 wrx. What do you recommend for a cylinder 4 cooling mod?
Haven't watched the vid yet but parking in that garage must take some effort, let alone backing in.
Edit: I meant that as a compliment.
I love Subaru but its expensive to maintain so i am thinking twice now but still love that Subaru Roar oh my gosh .
I have a 2017 wrx it has a cold air intake and a blow off valve Is and it's straight piped with the cat i think. Do i need a tune?
I would advise a tune
@@Smeedia Thank you!!!!!!!!. Would you also advise that I get rid of the blow off valve or get like a 50/50
I'd suggest snagging an full recirc 🙏
How do u feel about Redline Racing Oil for my son's 2015 STi?
Damn. Insurance. . . . . I pay $60.00 monthly for full coverage.
I remembered being one of the first followers and now look at him over 10k 🔝
I remember! Been around for a hot minute, back on the old old videos when I was still learning editing and how to fully use the camera 😅
People boost an already boosted stock engine to 400 HP, blow it up, and put Subaru on blast on every forum they can find.
Meanwhile I keep a bugeye stock and put 200k miles on it, and sell it with completely rusted out quarters for 3 grand in two days. Original head gaskets, trans, clutch, bearings and everything else people think blows on these cars.
And that's not to say you can't put your favorite intake and exhaust on it and still have good reliability. As long as, like you said, get a damn tune!
Exactly! I've seen a plethora of STIs and WRXs make it past 300K on the OE engine, gaskets etc.
Bro would you recommend “royal purple” 5w30 on my 19 sti ?
This channel is great I just got a 2017 sti great vids 🙌🏾
I just got my first STI and these videos are incredible!
Bro.. im trying to look for Sti 2021.. but im still worried maybe its not good one..but i really love the STi its my dream car.. too bad they stopped the production,i wonder why.. so i got no choice but to get used Sti.. how many mileage you got to your STi?
1850 per 6 months? That's so much! I live in Dubai, I am a 25 year old single male and my yearly premium on a 2015 STI is 205 USD for full coverage
Shits wild out here, that qas national average at the time of recording
What the heck kind of driving records you have that insurance costs that much? I changed from a 2017 forester to a 2020 WRX and same coverage only increased about $120 for 6 months. That makes it about $900 a year for full coverage. You’re paying $1800 for 6 months! Jeebus!
Thats national average, not mine 😅 but agreed that the average is wayyyy high 😖
Every few months, I go through your Subaru series
Here after just trading in my 2017 Toyota 86 (auto) to a 2019 WRX (stick) (I guess you can say I like the FA20 lol) thanks for all of the useful info! Definitely going to check some of your other videos
Eyyyyy, congrats on the WRX 🔥
Have a 2011 sti with hydrolucked engine..Goin for swapping it..what years work with no extra work..can I put 2018 sti motor on 2011 bolt on and no tune up?
Yes you can 🙏
Just bought a 16’ STI today. Full coverage cost me $108/month . It pays to keep a clean driving record fellas. I’m 26 years old.
Big facts 🔥 Mines about $110, was shocked to hear national average was so high
Something I may add: the Cobb OTS tunes aren’t great for cars that are driven hard. I’ve lifted the heads on two EJ wrx’s with just the Stage 1 tune due to track driving and autocross.
Lifted head = head gasket failure btw
GET A REAL TUNE
TUNES!!!!
Im 18 and just bought a 2017 sti on my own yeah i got a payment but its all mine. First stick car but hey ill learn
Gotta learn somehow 🔥
I wouldn’t need a tune for a axle back right?
No tune needed 🙏
@@Smeedia do you think I would need a aos if I’m keeping the engine stock
It would definitely help but not 100% needed
1800$ for insurance is bonkers. I'm only paying 360 every 6 months for full coverage on my 14 sti
For my evo, sti and brz it's like $240 a month, that's just national average
Your channel encouraged me more to get a Subaru. I got one today, 2018 Subaru WRX.
Eyyyy congrats! 🥳😁
I dont know what to look or to but used Subis.. STi. all i know is just low milage and good carfax history no recalls are the best sign that the car is Good!
@@Smeedia just seeing this but my wrx is still stock but enjoying it
I’m looking for the fuel shut down switch where it should be located in a 2015 Subaru wrx STI limited
Pull the fuel pump fuse. It's a 15 Amp in the fuse box in the engine bay
What wheels are those?
Work emotion D9R 🙏
I use rotella t6 5w40 offers great protection
Are these easy to learn manual on? Specifically the 2019+ or should I just get a WRX?
They're not bad to learn on, the clutch is pretty forgiving
@@Smeedia thanks my buddy said I can try his bagged 16 sti before he turbos it so I'll see how it is
So I bought a shitty car ?!
;((((
Fuuuuccckkkkk
Stop talking just drive the car
I love your videos!!!
Keep up the good work, and please do not stop posting videos!!
I have good friends in some car crews in Virgina, I will be sharing all your stuff with them!
Planning on getting a sti by the end of this year, love your tourtials and how you break everything down.
Love to see what's in store for your Subi and Brz!
Almost have watched all your videos, would love to see more videos of your add ons and everything you do to your cars. Now I know exactly what to do and buy for my subi right when I get it!!
Thank you!!!!
Always going to keep posting the videos! Some dont do as well as others statistically speaking but I enjoy making them, love helping out the community. Hope you are able to snag that STI! Well worth it and very fun no matter what year it is! Thank you for the support!
I got a wrx yesterday, I don’t know stick but I’m sure hell gonna learn
Always open to questions and congrats on the car!
2020 WRX sti starting my build
I just bought a 2022 wrx for my son. And i picked up a 2017 wrx for myself! All my previous vehicles were turbo also(94 supra, evo8, focus st) so im familiar with how to treat a turbo car. But this video definitely helps with what you should/should not do with a wrx. Thanks!
Your videos are an excellent resource for a new sti owner. Thanks for all you do brother.
Trying to make modification more easy and breaking down the basics for anyone to understand! Appreciate the support!
Smeedia you’ve assisted greatly in my mods so far. Can’t wait to see what’s coming in the future!
I can’t express how much this information has helped me. Just got myself a 2020 WRX that I have fallen in love with as a salvage/rebuild title and I plan to do some basic upgrades with the car. Finding solid, straight to the point information has been interesting to say the least. You got yourself a new follow and subscription. Thank you for your expertise man!
what oil filter do you recommend for a stock 18 STI? Also if i plan on keeping my car stock (daily driver) is a access port worth getting just to monitor the car?
I either use the OEM filter or the Cusco Filter 🔥
Just got a 14 wrx Friday and I would say I watched almost all of you informational videos and watched a few of the others and you helped me so much. A dealership tried to sell me one with a catless down pipe and a cold air intake and I asked if it was tuned properly and he said he would look to see and call me back and never got a response
Glad that thr videos have helped, too often uve seen people get screwed by dealers selling modified cars that have been through a part out 😖
Ordering the 2021 sti tomorrow!
Yesssss 😍😍😍
When is your delivery date?
@@jonsdaniel just arrived in Colorado today. Should get it by this weekend hopefully. If not than monday
You've made a great job! and You do have a great car ))) I have different Subaru's more then 5 years. Now I want to build a WRX fa20DIT Stage 2 car. Will be pleased if You could write main points, what I need to change/upgrade for Stage 1 and Stage 2 (as You told at this Video). Thank You and have much fun with Your amazing Subaru!!!
Hey do I need a tune for installing the following parts on my Sti?
Air oil separator
Oil pan and pick up
Catback exhaust
Cylinder 4 cooling mod
No tune needed 🤙
@@Smeedia Thank you man!
Just picked up a 2018 Subaru WRX Limited, just found my favorite car channel for now!
Eyyyy, congrats on the car dude!
@@Smeedia Thanks dude! I appreciate it. I love it so far.
$310/mo for insurance... wow... not even close.
$200/mo with GAP included. full coverage, $500 deducatibles... I'm 22.
Thats national average some lower some higher
Hi, thanks for the reply. That’s an insane average for sure :) I live in Southern California and we have some of the highest insurance rates out there. Especially with GAP, I should be paying far more it seems like
Also I should mention this is a WRX not an STi
I have Infinity Auto insurance. I'm 22 and I pay $226 a month for a 2020 WRX. $50k in Medical and Collision + Full Coverage on my car.
I’ve had four subies and I haven’t had a different brand after that. Subies are life ❤️
💙💙💙
Great video bro ......my first wrx ....and man do I need your help after 4 days the engine light popped on with the air bag light, traction control light, abs light,and the vehicle going up the hill light...but the car still drives great I'm lost...
I wanna get a subaru in two years but i know absolutely nothing about cars going into this. Are there any videos or websites i can go to for learning what half of this alien sounding technology is please?
I have a ton of thr info on my channel 🙏🙏🙏
@@Smeedia ill check it out thank you. It's just i get really confused when people start talking about the technical terms and names for parts that ive never heard of. Im sure ill be able to pick it up soon enough 😊
HOLY CRAP! What insurance do you have? My 2021 sti insurance is $540 every 6 months
That was national average at the time of recording 🤙
@@Smeedia thats insanely hight for average too
they'll help after they make fun of you
Just subscribed. I consider myself a Subaru enthusiast and lover. I have a 17 non turbo Forester and I’m definitely getting a 15+ WRX. I don’t even have one and I’m already looking at things to get.
I do have a question; does the WRX DIT engine need an air-oil separator?
Either an AOS or a catch can set but general answer yes it dose 😁
@@Smeedia good to know, I follow another WRX/STI owners channel (boost and shutter) and I thought he said an AOC was essential to mainly the STI engine
Nice work Subie brother , Infinity , Seven sister's ...... that's all I need to know , Subies are just cool period !
🙌🙌🙌😁 there is still no clear repression as to the acronym I looked more into it today and it's a hot mess but either or I'm down with 😅
Wrx - world rally ex, meaning it’s not a force in a world rally anymore. I also sometimes call them wrex, and many are) I’m joking of course, these are still cool cars but Fuji industries hasn’t been truly innovative for a long time
Yo I just got an sti and I NEED to know everything
Ive got videos covering SO much! But feel free to ask anything ya like 🙏
300 a month for insurance... im 19 paying 130 a month for full coverage
I pay around 80 but that was the national average at the time
@@Smeedia gotcha !! That’s a big drop from 300, congrats !
Here to say that my 2004 Subaru outback has 210k miles on it and still kicking
My full coverage insurance on my 21 sti is 880 every 6 months. I think you meant 1800 anually.
I did not lol at the time of doing this video that was the national average 😳
@@Smeedia dang I'll consider myself lucky!
Woah woah woah that average insurance cost is INSANE. I have a 2020 WRX, I have one speeding ticket on record, 27 years old, and I’m paying 1128 every 6 months. Also I live in Brooklyn, so I always figured I was paying slightly higher insurance rates than most.
Matthew Kaminski I’m 23 and have a 2019 STI. I pay 1210 every 6 months. 1850 seems a tad bit high lol
Matthew Kaminski 22 here, pay 2500 every 6 months lol for a 2020 STI
Flying Wrench damn that’s high 🤣
1850 was just the national average, like i said going to vary from person to person 😅
Smeedia oh for sure I got you, I was just shocked that the average is THAT high.
Very helpful! Thank u. Btw, since I’m new in this, I own a 2015 WRX STI and I would like to know how to recognize what’s going on when my car is making some weird noises, so do you have a video about it?
What type of weird noises? And congrats on the car!
@@Smeedia thank you! Well, I’ve been listening a weird noise coming from the air compressor or next to it, power steering fluid, coolant, brake and clutch fluids are ok, I change the oil 3 months ago now, but I have no idea what that noise could be.
This is going to sound odd but can you describe the noise 😅🙏
Is it okay if my feed back knock hits around -3.00 through -5.00 after the first shift of start, after that it never hits over the -1.41
I wouldent stress it too much 🙏
@@Smeedia thank you
Loving the amount of content your pushing man!
Gotta keep it coming for everyone 🔥🔥🔥
Love the color Subaru 😍😍😍
Thank you 😁
my 2019 wrx is fully insured with 500 dollar deductible and i pay 102 a month, if people are paying on average what you said i feel super lucky about my insurance rates
That's just the national average for the car. Sounds like you've got a solid insurance company!
Same I pay like $103 with full coverage those much be people that have speeding tickets like crazy then.
@@Smeedia yes they have been really good. I've just recently found your channel and I'm definitely liking it, its helping me to get a solid plan setup for my subie when I start modding and tuning. Thanks for all the good info :)
@@XxTommyboy890Xx that's probably true since I've heard wrx has one of the highest speeding ticket rates lol, luckily I haven't got one yet. (Knock on wood.....)
@@codybourn2082 when I first got mine, my insurance was awful 🤣 I was 19 and had no idea about what it costs. Luckily it's only about $120 a month now 🙌 glad that the content and videos are helping out 😁
All of my friends that have Sti’s run diesel oil. I’ve also seen on forums people doing that as well what are your thoughts?
I've done it with good results, it's in the list of oils I'll be testing to send to black stone labs
I went through insurify and they got me great full coverage for 155 with roadside. Just in case anyone is looking for cheaper insurance lol
Just got my first STI. 2018, I love it. Looking for recommendations on tires.
Summers, winters or all seasons? 🔥
Winter
Blizaks have alqays been my go to🔥
One miss concept they over steer hard core brake before the corner go slow don't accelerate into it or on it one your finish punch it that what the AWD is good for people have this miss information AWD omg you can fang into the corner and go for it bro and they lose control
Smeedia dropping straight knowledge for the subie community... much appreciation. Thanks for the hard work you putting in. Keep it going 👍🏼👍🏼💯💯
Appreciate the support! Just trying to help out where I can 😁
WOW... I never realised how expensive insurance is in the US.... $3600USD a year. On a 2016 wrx i pay $1500AUD a year for full coverage. Thats about $1k US....
😱😱😱 that's much cheaper. The WRX was around $1300 every 6 months which is a little better but still
Anyone out there with 300,000 miles or more on their sti with original stock ? Subaru should have an awards program for anyone reaching that high mileage at least a t shirt
I know a few people with 400K+
Muchas gracias for quick reply.
193k so far on mine
146.000 on my Subie Impreza hatchback (2015) and still kicking. Just picked up a 2020 WRX premium In December. Hopefully same results are ahead 😉
Just bought a 2021 Wrx, coming from the vw world, is it normal for the surge at idle?
On the FA20s you'll see some. 🙏
@@Smeedia thank you, been watching Wrx videos all day and this video is straight fire man.
Definitely subscribing 👍🏼
Ryyy appreciate the support and congrats on the car!
Thanks for the video/information. I asked the community on the IWSTI forums a question and there was posters that started arguing with each other on the post I did. I’d like to add the arguing had no relevancy to the question I asked. It honestly sounds like a bunch of kids. I’ve asked questions on the FRS/BRZ forums and never got this experience.
Looks like you need a bigger garage.
Lol agreed 😅
What if I want to put a v8 in my WRX
I stand behind your decision and you have my support
If you're military or mom and dad are, get USAA for insurance. I pay what he said for insurance for full coverage for a 2018 WRX, with 2 other cars included but those are liability since they're 12 and 15 years old
USAA is who I've got 🙌 best insurance company around.
I’ve checked insurance averages and it seems to be 1400-1800 per year not per 6 months like you say. If you don’t mind telling me where you got your info from. Thanks.
www.valuepenguin.com/subaru-wrx-car-insurance#wrx-sti-impreza
This is where I got the average cost of an STI per 6 months.
Jake is hunting down those hondas with his scoobydo STI
Quick question. I have a 2018 wrx sit and it keeps overheating. I bought it used, to my knowledge it has a down pipe and new fuel injectors as well as a Cobb intake, what do you think i should do to help resolve this issue?
STI*
thought you were wearing a fanny pack. extremely disappointed. bad video. (jk awesome video like the rest! keep it up!)
Lmao noticed my shirt halfway through 🤣 but might start wearing a fanny pack now.... lmao appreciate the support!
My insurance cheaper on my STI 16 than my Honda 17 civic by $50
Interesting 😅
2020 STI stock for the most part, I was told that you can Max out ur motor, or close or it ... or not a good idea money is not a problem, Does it void your warranty if you did something like that?
How much power are you wanting to make?