dave_7

where did you buy the front upper control arms from mate? and is there are reason you went with them over any other brand? I've been looking to get some at some point but there are a lot of different ones available

Couldn't agree more. I've done 3 track day on Falken FK510s now and cannot fault them at all. Plenty of grip, progressive when you are on the limit, can take the heat involved very well, good straight line braking especially with a bit of heat in them and VERY VERY good in the wet. great value for money. Dont get me wrong their are better out there but its very subjective (car, usage and driver dependent). I think people can judge based on some of the other Falken tyres about which I've also used and are a bit poo when pushing on with them but are perfectly safe. I've also run Michelins previously and although they are great in all conditions, they outer shoulders are just too soft for me and they wear out in no time which makes the price tag hard to swallow. I'm going to go for AD08R's next for this very reason, though as I've now got a POS daily for winter/bad conditions. This is of course just my 2p worth, but having experience with both the falkens and michelins (amongst many others) on road and track i thought I'd let you know what i think

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkj2iPC6tg4 check it out great little gadget yeah i heard that as well, they come up pretty often second hand on fb groups though

I know its surprising what a big difference it makes!

no you will need a buy a proper harness bar but they aren't cheap. A CG lock isn't as good a full harnesses but its the next best thing for keeping you pinned in your seat on track

Keep an eye on you oil temp if you haven't got an oil cooler, if you're going to do a few track days i'd definitely recommend getting one. I'd make sure you brake fluid is up-to the task as well, something like RBF600 is fine. Apart from that just the usual tyres brake pads and fluid checks and possibly get you geometry check somewhere if its not been checked in a while. If you're into you detailing its worth sealing up your wheels and paint as molten brake dust can be a pain to shift sometimes. I'm at Donnington in March with Opentrack... can't wait!

this is now sold

Yes still available. Not far from j18 off the m6

I know, can't believe someone hasn't snapped it up yet!

PRICE DROPPED TO £400 NO OFFERS Absolute bargain

I've been considering these... let me know how you get on

BUMP.... this is still available

Glad I'm not he only one with a raspy rattle

I'm selling my cobra cat back exhaust including y-pipe which I bought new for my mk1 nismo. Was on the car for 14 months and covered 9k miles. In full working order and sounds fantastic. 5" slash cut tips. Price is £400, Collection from Cheshire preferred but will to meet half way within reason. Any questions give me a shout.

i had some berk HFC fitted just over a week ago after i found the ark grip a bit tame (similar situation to you), and it is ALOT loader than before but i love it. cant comment of gains yet though. I get a bit of drone now between 2000-2400 RPM give or take but its nothing i cant cope with, but once it hit 4000 rpm its an absolute animal. One think to note is that you will get some hiss and rasp once the stock cats are gone though

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-5-63mm-Exhaust-gasket-to-fit-for-Subaru-Impreza/311931164787?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 these ones definitely fit... it is a bit of a mine field though

that looks mega mate... very jealous

hahaha nice try buddy... i need to keep the track day noise police in mind though

Too be honest i've found the ark grip a little same really but I've got berk HFCs going on this friday so it that should change in a big way!! Cant't wait

I've got a used cobra that will be going in the for sale section in the coming days if you're interested?

I've also still got the stock nismo system in the shed if you after something quiet? obviously is not worth anywhere near as much as the short tails so i wouldn't expect you to swap though

well louder than stock but absolutely no way near as loud as short tails.... its all about getting the right balance to suit you

I have a 14 month old cobra cat back including y-pipe that's done about 9k miles if you're interested?

I bet that sounds absolutely savage!

its all very subjective. I've had an arc grip fitted for a couple of weeks which replaced my cobra cat back (will be going in the for sale section when i get round to it), and too be honest I've found the arc a bit too tame coming from the cobra, which sounded great but i think would be very loud with HFCs. I've since picked up a set off second hand berk HFCs off ebay for a steal to try, ill let you know my opinion on them. Point is there is not one setup to suit everyone which makes it very tricky.