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Warning: Fake Takata harnesses : 2009-06-16

Beware fake Takata harnesses! Obviously not truly FIA certified.

Release: Cosworth ECPro for 2008+ STI : 2009-06-16

cosworthusa.com:

A higher performance solution for engine management is available from the Cosworth ECPro professional motorsport ECU. Engineered in conjunction with Pectel Control Systems for the 2008 and newer Subaru STI, the Cosworth ECPro features an OEM compatible harness connector and a full base calibration allowing you to go straight to the dyno without the workload of full ECU and vehicle configuration. Exclusively available from select Cosworth dealers.

Got downforce? : 2009-06-15

The AMS “Blue Demon” time attack Evo

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Ferrari for Hire : 2009-06-03

I’m speechless.

Project Resell: 5/16 to 5/30 : 2009-05-30

  • Installed intercooler
  • Reinstalled brace bar under rear seat
  • Finished AC compressor mounting
  • Installed shifter boot + trim + knob
  • Replaced (installed) e-brake trim
  • Removed previous owner’s wiring from behind the glovebox

Project Resell: It lives : 2009-05-16

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Project Resell: 5/10 to 5/12 : 2009-05-12

It’s on like Donkey Kong. Things are moving along nicely. Of course, I just jinxed myself, so expect a really awful update in a few days.

  • Transferred radiator fans from known-cracked radiator to hopefully-good used radiator. Had to replace hardware as it was rusted solid.
  • Scrubbed coolant overflow tank and installed radiator minus bottom hose.
  • Half-installed AC compressor. Need to put the bottom bolts in, but I needed to get it out of the way and in place for now.
  • Finally got the reflash to work. Reflashed ECU to stock 02 WRX ROM
  • Attached heater core hoses to firewall
  • Reinstalled driver’s seat
  • Got a line on some parts needed (used) : intercooler to throttle body coupler, flip-out coin tray, stock clock for the top of dashboard, and e-brake trim since the rubber on this one came ripped.
  • Removed Autometer gauges
  • Removed Greddy turbo timer and its harness

Project Resell: 4/30 to 5/9 : 2009-05-09

  • Got new front bumper cover (needs to be painted along with tired hood scoop)
  • Installed air box + filter and connected to turbo inlet
  • Installed battery
  • Having trouble reflashing the car’s ECU back to the stock ROM image. Waiting for advice.
  • Started car for 5 seconds (with no radiator hooked up and no coolant). Nothing sounds broken or installed improperly, and nothing leaked, so that’s a start. We’ll see…
  • There are a LOT of loose ends to tie up once the ECU is flashed and the car runs cleanly.

Project Resell: 4/18 to 4/29 : 2009-04-29

  • Installed alternator
  • Installed belt for PS Pump + Alternator
  • Bought and installed OEM rubber plug for the bell housing
  • Bought and installed 2 OEM coolant hoses for coolant fill tank
  • Started trying to track down an OpenPort 2.0 cable + adapters for ECU reflash

Slowboy Racing Moves to Florida : 2009-04-29

In a partnership with VIP Garage, Slowboy Racing is moving from PA to a new 11,000 square foot facility outside Orlando, FL. Expect an early June opening.
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