Jarrod's RS

[Jarrod]

Here's a few pics of my baby,

Had it for three years and it's only getting better.
It's got a few go fast bits, a few handling bits, a few stop quick bits and a few look good bits.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Leftfront.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Rightrear.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/side.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Leftrearclose.jpg

I have more, so if people want anythign specific, let me know.

[Webby]

Lookin' good Jarrod. Just the tune to go to top it off.
No more washing the car at home when lv5 water restrictions come in.

[POG747]

A fine example of an RS.. it looks better every time i see it.

[rs guy]

mmmmmmmmmmm very nice rs there
very tidy indeed mate

[RSTurbo]

very nice Jarrod

[nick e[v]ans]

That thing is so neat Jarrod. Very nice. Never been resprayed? Immaculate. Nice work mate.

[Jarrod]

ans']That thing is so neat Jarrod. Very nice. Never been resprayed? Immaculate. Nice work mate.

THe only panels to be resrayed are the rear bumper with some blending into the rear guards thanks to a 3kph tap on the bum 2 years ago.

[Marv]

Very nice. Best FMIC install in RSLC in my opinion!!

[Jarrod]

Very nice. Best FMIC install in RSLC in my opinion!!

Wow, I wouldn't've thought so but thanks for the compliment. all it needs is a nice CAI to top it off (coming soon) I'm sure RSTurbo will be pleased to hear.

[Marv]

The stealth black FMIC rules all.

[SubbyRS]

Lookin' good Jarrod. Just the tune to go to top it off.
No more washing the car at home when lv5 water restrictions come in.
shouldn't be home washing it under lv4 either!!! :eek:

why do you think mine's always filthy?? it's got nothing to do with the fact I can't be bothered going down to carlovers..... :P

oh yeah, looking good Jaz!! :cool:

[Legacy555]

looking good mate .1 of the nicest i've seen

[nick e[v]ans]

I didn't even notice the sunroof first time around. I can't believe well that has been looked after. My car is jealous of your car.

[Jarrod|crzyrs|]

ive been waiting to see pics of this one. top ride. nothing over the top but still delivers the goods. :tu

[subaroo]

Looks great mate. Nice and tasteful.

[Jarrod]

Done a few changes, and I don't think I'm finished yet, There's a few things different from the previous engine bay shot if people want to play trainspotters. Seems to be some enjoyment in that....

Original bay shot

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/enginebay.jpg

Now it looks like this:

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Enginebay2005.jpg

And another for good measure:

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Enginebay009.jpg

Some changes are obvious, some less so.

[RSTurbo]

rotated turbo housing and altered coldside pipework.
new power steering pump? and removal of belt shield?
different intake setup.
all looks nice and tidy jarrod :tu

[Mouse]

braided fuel lines and strut brace

lookin good mate real tidy

[Rallyeee]

There's an aftermarket MAP sensor, did you get an ECU? Haltech?

[Jarrod]

There's an aftermarket MAP sensor, did you get an ECU? Haltech?

Correct, it is a 3 bar MAP sensor, Run by the Link I had previously. The other thing not noticable from the pics is that the bottom end is now V3 STI. Mmmm

The braided lines are for the parallel setup.

All I need is a turbo that'll pump a reasonable about of air and I'll be fine (vf23 has bits missing from comp blades :()

[JRod]

How'd you go with that fuel line J???? I remember it lying in the back floor the day the gearbox shat itself.

Car's looking nice. Wheres the bikini girls??????

[Jarrod]

Engine bay's looking nice.

Fixed. I still have to get the spoiler done, and then fit the front lip. Then you're existing statement will fit. Might raise the rear end too.

Fuel line is good. Nice finish and stops kinking with the braid. Had to cut the braid with a rotary tool to stop it fraying. It's damn hardy stuff. For $16 a metre I'd recommend it to everyone.

Bikini girls are for my own parousal only I'm afraid.

[JRod]

Bikini girls are for my own parousal only I'm afraid.


Selfish prick

[sooobi]

^ Times are tough eh mate! Mrs Palmer will always be there..


Looks great Jarrod! Did you do the parallel mod yourself?

[Jarrod]

Looks great Jarrod! Did you do the parallel mod yourself?

Yep, and the engine install with a bit of helping hand from Jeff from Crossbred Performance and Skippy from All Things Subaroo.

[kezza]

looks real tidy, remember seeing it at a cruise.. are you the one with the carbon fibre steering wheel ?? sexist steering wheel round..and where'd you score that dash from, it looks ancient :P
cheers
kez

[Jarrod]

looks real tidy, remember seeing it at a cruise.. are you the one with the carbon fibre steering wheel ?? sexist steering wheel round..and where'd you score that dash from, it looks ancient :P
cheers
kez

I think you're talking about Nathan|RST| [LIBR8D] there Kezza, he has the CF all round his dash, though he and I have similar MOMO steering wheels.

Soon to come.... New turbs, and then a dyno chart to be proud of.

[91 GX LIB]

What injectors are you going to use for the new tune?

[Jarrod]

What injectors are you going to use for the new tune?

Unless I stumble across some others the 440s. I reckon I'll get 16-17psi from the PE.

[Jarrod]

Here's the capabilities of a stuffed vf23 for anyone interested:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/v3vf28boostandafr.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/v3vf28powerandtorque.jpg

It's monumental for me this occasion, for the first time in about 3 years the car isn't in the low 10s or even 9s on afr.

better than this:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/NS4x4afrandboost2.jpg

[kezza]

while your online, i just thought i'd ask if you could post a pic or 2 of your interior ?? cheers
kez

ps. noticed when i saw your car, it still had victorian number plates on, why's that ?? QLD ones bout 25 i think.. as i had to replace mine recently :)

[Jarrod]

Yep, I could do, will do, just need to clean it first. How bout I do it after I fit my widband?

Still regoed in vic as I moved up here after I bought the car and didn't plan on staying as long as I have. What can I say, it ticks pretty much all the boxes.

Changing from Vic rego to QLD is not as simple as $25 man. It means changing over 2 sets of licences, two roadworthies, and two new sets of registration and CTP.
Easier to remain on "holiday". I look like a tourist most of the time anyway, I'm either on my to/from the coast with a surfboard on the roof nowadays.

[kezza]

arrgghh i c, didn't know you had to change that much stuff...that's a bit of effort and probs not worth it in your case...yah, good luck with fitting your gear and look forward to seeing some pics soon :)

[smh0101]

That thing is beautiful! More pics PLEASE! :D

[Jarrod]

That thing is beautiful! More pics PLEASE! :D

What kind of stuff are you after? I still need to do the interior for kezza

[Hodgey]

What kind of stuff are you after?

More info about the gearbox :wink:

[smh0101]

Pics of the FMIC would be awesome... I'm working on my FMIC install w/ jdm fogs on a USDM Legacy... and so i'm trying to figure out how to do it

[Jarrod]

FMIC pics coming right up! These are from the first generation of the FMIC. Prior to CAI, and compressor housing rotation.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/frontshot.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/IMG_04562.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/wholekit.jpg

Hotside
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/hotside.jpg

Coldside
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/Coldside.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/blackintercoolercore.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/Front%20mount/install.jpg

the more updated pics of the pipes are previous in the thread.


Hodgey, Front LSD option, Rear Cusco plated LSD f&^$%n rocks!! As sticky as a bear in honey!

[smh0101]

OMG...That is AWESOME!

Ahem... me think my FMIC that is in the mail = to damn small...

[Jarrod]

OMG...That is AWESOME!

Ahem... me think my FMIC that is in the mail = to damn small...

I concur.

The optimum size I think if you budget can do it is 600mm x 270mm x 75mm Fits perfectly. Feel free to pm bout the install. Lots of fun with an angle grinder.

300mm high clashes with the headlights. 270 is made to measure.

[LegacyLout]

You need to take me for another ride when its off wastegate pressure and give it some welly :)

The rain washed the marks off my driveway by the way :P

PS: Still want your sunroof...........

[Jarrod]

You need to take me for another ride when its off wastegate pressure and give it some welly :)

The rain washed the marks off my driveway by the way :P

PS: Still want your sunroof...........

Good news bout the black marks.

650s on Thurs, more boost friday. I'll drop in on the way home from the tuner perhaps... Otherwise the end of year thing I'll take you for a quick strap.

[gradg]

Looks unreal Jarrod, always been a very very tidy example. Congrats on a well kept RS mate.

[Jarrod]

So I just got back from the tuners, after much complaints about the simplicity of the Link Matt Spry at PITS managed to wring 184 kw from 18psi.It made 150 @ wastegate pressure (13psi)

Not what I wanted, but it'll do, the drivability is great, will soon see what the fuel economy is like. I'm sick of chasing more power that it's seemingly capable of from it's parts sheet, time to just drive the bloody thing and enjoy it for what it is.

He's left me to play with the boost settings to see if wastegate duties and bases can be changed to bring boost on a bit earlier. Next step is a knocklink and I'll get playing.

[Jarrod]

I've got a few new pics for those who were interested in pics of the interior.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Carinterior001.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Carinterior002.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Carinterior003.jpg

I also had the rear end redone recently so the boot looks like new.

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/Carinterior008.jpg

On the road:
http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c284/JazRST/RSLC%20Car%20pics/sidemoving-1.jpg

[Jarrod]

I should also add that I'm taking EOI on the sale of this car, and it will officially go up for sale in about 6 weeks, just needs a cut and polish and detail first.

[Jarrod|crzyrs|]

When did you drop the 6spd in mate? And why the sale just time to move on?

[Jarrod]

When did you drop the 6spd in mate? And why the sale just time to move on?

6 speed went in late last year, got a good deal from Skippy, and I wanted the reliability of the strong box before I added too much power.

Reason it's up for sale is to add to financing a 3-4 month trip around western Europe.

[lukas]

what springs are in it mate? looks like a really perfect height

[Jarrod|crzyrs|]

Id be guessing its got King Lows RS at the front and King Lows WRX at the rear? Looks similar ride height to my old sedan. Out of curiosity how much are you thinking of for it mate?

[Jarrod]

what springs are in it mate? looks like a really perfect height

I think it's about 10-12mm too low, but that's just me.


Id be guessing its got King Lows RS at the front and King Lows WRX at the rear? Looks similar ride height to my old sedan.

You are both right and wrong, front springs are King lows, with 02 Bilstein struts, the rears are 02 sti with King superlows as the lower spring mount in a GD is 30mm higher than the GC.


Out of curiosity how much are you thinking of for it mate?

Will depend on what guise it's taken as.
I'd let it go as is for $15k.

[yods]

Very tidy Jarrod, a clean charcoal sedan is the next best thing to a wagon :)


Good to see you got all the panel stuff sorted out now too, hopefully you can have some good times while it's getting ready for sale..

[thomas]

Absolutely beautiful car mate. Well done. One of the nicest I've ever seen.

[Jarrod]

Good to see you got all the panel stuff sorted out now too, hopefully you can have some good times while it's getting ready for sale..

Yeah it'll be tough to part with, it's been a big part of my life the last few years...

[SubbyRS]

Yeah it'll be tough to part with, it's been a big part of my life the last few years...
Keep it Jaz, theres too much blood sweat & tears in it to sell "just" for an OE.
Kidney's fetch good money on the black market, and you only need 1...... :)

[Jarrod]

Keep it Jaz, theres too much blood sweat & tears in it to sell "just" for an OE.
Kidney's fetch good money on the black market, and you only need 1...... :)

OE?

And yes, there is much of the sweat and tears, blood less so. There will be another that will catch my eye. It could a flat 4T, V6, V8 or a rotor at this stage.

[Zubi Zubi]

I'd let it go as is for $15k.

Oh Jarrod, why didn't you say that 4 months ago... :P

[SubbyRS]

OE?

And yes, there is much of the sweat and tears, blood less so. There will be another that will catch my eye. It could a flat 4T, V6, V8 or a rotor at this stage.
OE = Overseas Experience (or Experiment :) )

[Jarrod]

Oh Jarrod, why didn't you say that 4 months ago... :P

Would you have bought it? It only just would've had a 6 speed at that stage.

[Zubi Zubi]

Would you have bought it? It only just would've had a 6 speed at that stage.

With a 6MT? Yes, most definitely.

Funny coincidence as I have a 6 speed 'box in my new car now too? :P

[Jarrod]

With a 6MT? Yes, most definitely.

Funny coincidence as I have a 6 speed 'box in my new car now too? :P

By all means sell yours and buy mine, I won't complain.

[Jarrod]

Thought I'd add up a specs sheet:

Engine
-Factory Forged pistons/rods 97 STi Bottom end. (v3) good aggressive cams, sodium filled valves.
-PE1820- rotated housing for less pipework
-650cc Sard injectors
-Custom stealth FMIC.
-AMAuto CAI in guard
-Custom Parallell rails with braided lines
-Sard FPR
-Fuel pump upgrade- Walbro

Link ECU running the show.

Driveline
-Full 6 speed conversion, 2002 STI
-including clutch
-flywheel
-starter etc.
-Front LSD, Viscous Centre Dif
-R160 Cusco plated rear LSD
Four piston front calipers with DS2500s pads and 294mm rotors on the front.

Suspension
-STi suspension at the back (35mm inverted monotube)
-GTB Bilsteins on the front (38mm inverted monotube)
-King springs (RS lows at the front, superlows at the back)
-20mm adjustable rear sway bar
-Strut tower brace
-lower H-Brace
-Whiteline ALK

That's just the go-fast bits.