October 20, 2009: SWAP TIMEWell. The day that I have been looking forward to for at least the last 1.5 years has finally arrived. I am going to be swapping an STI motor/trans into my bugeye.
Before anyone jumps all over this and tells me that it isn't worth it to do a swap, that I should just sell it and upgrade to something, my response is: I know. I know that what Im doing isn't financially responsible, but here's the thing: I dont care. I love my bugeye and am really excited to see a bugeye STI, so with that out of the way, lets get on with it.
On the way is a complete front clip:
V7 JDM STI Motor with 6spd transmission
Turbo, TMIC, UP, TBE etc
Axels, Hubs, Driveshaft, Rear Diff
Brembos
ECU and complete uncut wiring harnesses
Turbo Cross Member
JDM STI HID Headlights with Levelling Switch
Hood with JDM STI Scoop and Splitter
All the little extras like ABS controller, brake booster, etc
I will be doing the swap myself in my coworker's garage. The wiring will be sent to IWire (vendor on RS25.com) for a complete merge, professionally done. I wasn't crazy about the wiring, and this makes is plug and play.
Other parts:
Perrin 3" DP
Maddad Whisper-back 3" Cat-back Exhaust
Maddad Gauges: Oil Pressure, Exhaust Temp, Boost
Questions, comments, suggestions are welcome. I will try as much as possible, to photo-document everything. Im hoping to start within two weeks. As this is my daily driver, I will be buying a very cheap pickup truck so that I can haul parts.
Thanks for your interest.
- Z
Current ModificationsPowerV7 (2001) JDM STI Motor (2.0L Turbo)
Perrin Divorced Downpipe
Maddad Whisperback 3" Cat-back Exhaust
Suspension and DrivetrainV7 (2001) JDM STI 6 speed Transmission
V7 (2001) JDM STI R180 Rear Diff
V7 (2001) JDM STI Brembo Brakes
No-name Strut Tower Bar (Front)
V7 (2001) JDM STI Rear Sway Bar
Tokico D-Spec Struts paired with Tanabe GF210 Springs
ExteriorV7 (2001) JDM STI HID Headlights
Advan RCII (18x8.5 + 45) w/ Bridgestone RE760 Sport (245/35/18) – Summer Wheels
Gold Rota G-Force (17x8) w/ Michelin X-Ice (225/45/17) – Winter Wheels
04/05 Tail Lights
Hella Supertone - Painted Black
JDM Power Steering Cooler
35% Tint on back 3 windows
Partially Debadged Trunk
Rally Armour UR Black Mud Flaps
LED Reverse and License Plate Lights
WRX Sideskirts
JDM Vent Visor Kit (Window Rain Visors)
OEM Front Lip
Custom Made Rad Shroud (from WRX_RA)
JDM STI Side Marker Deletes
EBAY ABS Front Grill
Interior / SoundMaddad Gauges in Clock Gauge Pod - Boost, EGT, Oil Pressure
Black-painted center console
JDM Hazard Switch
LED Dome Light
AVIC D3 w/ Ipod in Glove Compartment and Bluetooth Handsfree
Phoenix Gold Speakers
MTX 2 Channel Amp for Sub
MTX 4 Channel Amp for Speakers
JDM V8 STI Cluster
HVAC Colour Change to Red
MiscSTI Key
Parts On Their Way/Waiting to InstallFuture PlansPower and DrivetrainSee Above
SuspensionThe major suspension components have been upgraded. Struts, Springs and Swaybar. I am planning on upgrading my endlinks when I get around to buying them. I'm not sure what else I want to do in this area. Smaller things like bushings etc.
BrakesSee above
ExteriorI am looking into the OEM Rear Lip kit. Not sure if i like it yet though, and I would be nervous about drilling into my bumper to mount it. I have also been thinking about getting a roof spoiler and also there is the possibility of an STI trunk swap.
InteriorI would like to get my hands on a good set of 04-07 STI front seats and have been thinking about trading my deck up to something a little nicer than the AVIC. I would also like to switch out my Passport 8500 X50 radar detector for the Valentine1 or 9500xi
General Mods I'd Like to DoFog Lights ModDaytime Running Lights ModParts I'd Like to Buy- This section will be updated with a list of my WTB parts. If you've got em, send me a PM
Rear Spats (unpainted)
JDM STI Grill in MBP
Well, that’s about all I have for my project right now. Im sure I’ve missed some stuff and I would appreciate any constructive feedback or suggestions.
Note: I will be updating this post with pictures as time allows.