I got the 2023. I love this damn car. It doesn’t like going slow and the harder you drive it, the better it drives. It’s glorious.

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Yep!

@miker.4248

4 ай бұрын

It is just that. Glorious. I had a 2017 STI. Now a 22VB and I will tell you it’s not missing much. And it DEFINITELY is the better daily.

@ninjafang2

3 ай бұрын

@@miker.4248is the notorious cold start gone? Ej takes yearrssssss to warm up, I’m about to trade in my stink eye for the new tr 🤞🏾

@Fa24_Ronii

15 күн бұрын

Watch until you buy the cobb and put the stage1 with all stock parts , u’ll love it more

No tune for me, I love it the way it is

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

It’s pretty awesome in stock form

@antonroux6737

11 ай бұрын

100%

@nastynati3501

11 ай бұрын

Damn skippy

@stinkothestooleater4490

9 ай бұрын

Smart individual

@melmorales7447

8 ай бұрын

Cmon, I know your a Subaru lover but damn… there are at least 5 cars better for a similar price! Let’s be real

Just hit 47k on my 22. oil change every 6k with 0w20 from the dealer. Love every mile of it and still runs like new.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Saweet!

@KM-wr2cb

4 ай бұрын

47k is still new. At that mileage, you would not know the difference between 15k and 3k oil changes (assuming the shop actually did the changes and used good synthetic oil).

@cjmurray9383

4 ай бұрын

At 66k now! Lmao

@jasonp.5762

3 ай бұрын

@@cjmurray9383still running good? How many miles do you average a month?

@cjmurray9383

3 ай бұрын

Just depends where my job is was doing about 6 k every 6 weeks now down to about 3500 or so a month.

Spot on advice. I’ve had great success with my vehicles both modded and stock doing the exact things you mentioned. This advice translates to almost any car on the market. Take notes people.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you for the Video, just picked up a 22 BRZ last week and had a lot of questions.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

You bet!

Thanks for the solid information. Good channel! Keep it up.

@Gonin60

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I am from Europe, and will never able to buy one. But I watch the video till the end. Thank you for the tips

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great info. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge.

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

You bet. Thanks for the nice commment!

I am going to keep it stock and enjoy the car. I definitely am cognizant of not schlogging the car in a higher gear but I do catch myself in 5th going 45 on flatland.. (SoCal). Thanks for this video!

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

You bet!

I would keep mine stock. I get why people mod them, but this would be my daily and I need it to be reliable. I think its great stock and is the first wrx that was tuned properly from the factory. Great video!

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate it

@truckinguy92

11 ай бұрын

I’m with you, mine is my daily as well. This is my 1st Subaru so I’m not sure about the factory tune but it’s smooth if you shift it properly. I was taught clutching up shifts and floating down shifts and I have 0 issues.

@gregblack8550

8 ай бұрын

A tune or mod does not necessarily add unreliability. Sometimes things come from the factory not as good as they could be due to regulations and gas mileage. The new Chevy trucks are a example . Motor needs new lifters, cam and piston rings if not pistons .

I just bought one and take delivery tomorrow of a 2023 limited for the invoice price of a base model. Much more refined than my 02 bug eye wagon!

@Gonin60

3 ай бұрын

Congrats!

thank u for the tips!

@Gonin60

2 ай бұрын

You bet

I just purchased a new WR blue GT for my Son should be here in the next couple of days can’t wait to see his face

@Gonin60

5 ай бұрын

That’s awesome!

@owen_strum7162

4 ай бұрын

Ur an amazing dad, congratulations man

Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 5w-30 is great and widely available. It has a very high burn off resistance, which is great for turbo engines.

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for the tip!

@manvirshokar1053

3 ай бұрын

I run the same in my wrx. Great stuff!

I’ll looking to buy my first WRX. Currently going through a ton of KZread videos. I just want it as a fun daily driver. No tune, no mods. I’m just trying to figure out what the best generation, year, and model (base, premium, etc.) to buy. Great video!

@Gonin60

7 ай бұрын

I would get one of the new ones with a warranty and leave it alone.

@NikolaTeslaEE

7 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 that sounds like a plan. Thanks!

@duceehbk2451

5 ай бұрын

I'm exactly in the same position that you're in like I'm just so curious rn, I'm really leaning towards 1 of the newest 24 automatic cars because I don't wanna spend the time driving a manual 💯

@timanahaf

5 ай бұрын

I bought a '22 Limited when it first came out. So took the plunge when there wasn't much info on the car other than blowhards trash talking it for looks. But love the car. Didn't tune it. It's my daily driver. So I'm running stock. Recommendations - change the tires. The dunlops are crap. Maybe get the sports grill and front lip & skirts. Otherwise leave it alone and just do cosmetic mods if that's what you want. But seriously it's a damn fun car to drive as is.

@aaron_a1on950

3 ай бұрын

Did you buy it?

My hubby bought a brand new 07 STi , still kicking it😂 and that’s the reason why I bought my own 22 limited wrx … so fun to drive

@Gonin60

4 ай бұрын

Right on!

I just got mine on Saturday, love it! First shift feels a little to short so think it’s going to need a tune.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Yeah

@1031ent

4 ай бұрын

A tune doesn't affect the size of first gear. That wouldn't fix your complaint.

@ubroberts5541

3 ай бұрын

First gear is very short. I have a 2023. The mid range power is excellent. Seems that first gear is excellent in bad conditions such as snow or ice. Wait until you are in second or third gear to attack! 😊

They say don't run a dummy tire on the front if you get a flatI bought a full size tire and steel rim from tire rack for 254 it adds more weight but if you travel it's a must. Great video😮

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Good advice. Thank you!

@jays8816

4 ай бұрын

They don’t give you a spare tire. They give you a patch kit.

Love that view beyond your driveway. Spectacular. All good points. I would expand a bit on your point of letting the car warm up some before driving off- what I do is I wait till the oil temp gauge first shows temp. That's 86 degrees on my car. Also I let the car idle for about 30 seconds before turning the engine off. That way the turbo can spool down some while still getting oil sent to it. This is my first car with a turbo on it and I remember hearing a long time ago this was a good thing to do and it might help your turbo last longer. I'm running the 0w20 while still under warranty. Maybe when that's gone I'll use 5w30 in the summer months - IDK. I'm changing the oil every six months as I only drive this car less than 5000 miles a year- not my daily driver.

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Great insights on warm up!

@skip741x3

2 ай бұрын

a slow warmup b4 driving off is a great way to extend an engines life...I see youtubers reving cold engines to redline on initial starts, then wondering why the engine burns oil or is just blownup in short order...most people are too impatient to allow a full 5 or more mins after startup.. if u cant wait then drive off keeping the rpms low,2k or less..short shift and dont even think of redlining that thing till not only the coolant temp is up but also the Oil temp!

I've not watched any videos you've done, this is a first for me. I agree with all your statements. For me, these hints apply to most performance cars, especially turbo cars. Great job!

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Its my first subaru and very happy with it. Makes 380+whp reliably

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Nice

@dimeweld

11 ай бұрын

What have you done to it engine wise

@doingmorewithless2401

11 ай бұрын

@@dimeweld not much an intake, charge pipe, tmic and exhaust tuned on e85

@dimeweld

11 ай бұрын

@@doingmorewithless2401 tasteful. It should be safe and last you a while. I decided to keep it stock, just want to get a catch can PVC side and call it a day

Stock all the way here. Love it

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

It’s great in stock form!

I went with a GT trim level. I enjoy the different ride modes. Comfort is good for road trips. In sport+ you can tell the engine wants to go. Not changing anything until the warranty runs out, maybe

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Enjoy!

I've had a 2016 for 7 years now. 147K kms. Modded and protuned at a conservative 275awhp/275tq. I've never had any issue with it other than some oil burning. Valve seal issues were common on the FA20 I'm not sure about the FA24. I have 0 regrets with my car.

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Right on!!!

had a 2018 wrx making 301 hp and 315 tq at t the wheels. it was pro tuned and i drove it about 3 years and about 11k on the mods and tune and no problem. i did run 93 though and i ran 5w 30 and again no issues about 4k between changes.

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Nice looking in black! I will say I had a Legacy Gt with Cobb intake ots tune & full exhaust for 6 years no issues … just check that oil wish I kept it. If I get a new Wrx I’ll do it right and get the proper tune lol, nice tips on these cars they are great.

@Gonin60

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Beautiful backdrop!!!!

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

This is a beautiful car in black. Great tips and congratulations on your purchase of a Subaru!

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Excellent video since I new no only to wrx but to Subaru very helpful 😊

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Have to remember to have it aligned every year too. It's major important on these symmetrical awd systems..

@Gonin60

5 ай бұрын

Good advice! TY!

I'm the original owner of a 2002 that currently has 278,000 miles. It's never needed any kind of engine repair and has the original clutch. Awesome car! Obviously, mine is a few generations ago, but I always used 10w-30 synthetic (Mobil 1 95% of the time, and did it myself). It' not modified other than a bigger radiator.

@Gonin60

3 ай бұрын

That’s impressive!

I got a 2021 under 8k miles with an STI exhaust and I love it. Dealer puts 5W in it for sure.

@Gonin60

3 ай бұрын

Sweet!

And never ever move it on a cold start it will run like crap I use my app and let mine sit 10 mins your giving legit good advice. Listen to him people he is certainly right. Any time I have pulled off in mine on cold start my gears hit high and hard it wears it down after so many times.

@Gonin60

19 күн бұрын

Thanks

PM recommendation on 2022 WRX 6k intervals. I did 2k service as break-in prior to scheduled dealer interval. Great car as daily driver, and will mod after warranty runs out. Bugs on mods should be ironed out by then. Reasonable pricing below MSRP with dealership here in Grapevine, TX. Also, made in Japan.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Right on!

@1031ent

4 ай бұрын

Bill up at 5 star is the best salesman. Just ask for wild Bill.

I have a 23 brz limit. High compression boxer motor. Excellent in stock form. Only mods I have is gr performance exhaust and ducktail

@Gonin60

7 ай бұрын

Great mods!

Thanks for the heads up. I knew I was going to get the oil changed once I hit 1,000 miles, but I thought it was every 5,000 after that.

@Gonin60

8 ай бұрын

By the book it is every 5,000 miles

I think people need to know that if you've been out on a spirited drive, you need to let the engine idle for a few minutes before you shut it off. The turbo needs to be able to cool down or the oil in it will fry.

@Gonin60

18 күн бұрын

Good tip

3K miles! Preach!! No matter if it's an EJ, EG, or an FA you have to so 3k mile oil changes and always check your oil levek/quality.

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I have a 2017 wrx with a tune. No issues doing the 6k recommended interval. Have 103k miles on it now. I do baby it compared to most.

@Gonin60

3 ай бұрын

Thanks

There is no universe in which I'm doing 3000 mile changes. I'll do 5000, and I will likely not keep my vehicle to the point of engine failure anyway.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Cool have fun in your universe

@hankgs

2 ай бұрын

LOL- It takes 10 mins max to do an oil change on a Subie Boxer... add a FUMOTO drain plug and it takes 8.:25

@sshah2545

2 ай бұрын

@hankgs wow, that’s amazing. I’m excited to sign up for competitive oil change competitions next year. I’ll be competing in them, with a fully functional Subaru boxer engine, every 5000 miles

@murmsuniversalrobotics3938

Ай бұрын

​@@sshah2545 I question whether you'll be competing or the guy at the shop will be. If it's because you're financially strapped, you should probably do it yourself lol

@sshah2545

Ай бұрын

@@murmsuniversalrobotics3938 I am not at all financially strapped. I could afford much better vehicles, and choose to be sensible with my choice of car. And there’s still no universe where, I, in Canada which is arguably the same, or more harsh on vehicles than Utah is, will be doing anymore than 5000 mile changes. Tbh in KM, my interval is more like 4300 miles, but that’s it. When I do do maintenance, I’ll use quality products and service. My BRZ will survive until 100-150k miles easily, and will still be purring, because I know how to drive and take care of my vehicle. At that point I will sell it and buy a Porsche, and it’s someone else’s problem. And at no point will I have done any more than 5000M changes, with the only exception being the first oil change at about 2000.

On the oil change piece, I would say every 3k miles is a bit excessive. You should change the oil at 5k-6k miles for sure.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Cool

@richardmichael59

7 ай бұрын

Oil changes are not strictly based on mileage. Time, temps, road conditions play a big part as well.

@blessedexpress4476

4 ай бұрын

If u live in the northeast....every 3k is good 😂😂

@truuly

3 ай бұрын

@@blessedexpress4476why the northeast?

@blessedexpress4476

3 ай бұрын

@truuly it's where i grew up/live Winter can get cold so I said 3k, over exaggeration of course.

Great video. Currently deciding between a WRX, or an Outback Wilderness 🤙 also, can I ask where this is? Beautiful view!

@Gonin60

3 ай бұрын

UT

Beautiful car. Just picked up a 2023 Silver WRX. What percentage are your tints?

@Gonin60

5 ай бұрын

Congrats! 20 all around

Have a 19 WRX only had it for a year going to enjoy it stock for a few more years then maybe do intake and exhaust shop I use for all my Subaru need's have a great tuner and have been told by many just doing the two mods wont cause issues and use good brands (once tuned correctly) it will still work as a daily. It's when you get people tossing on Ebay/amazon mods and going cheap with garbage tunes that he car's start to fail. Still with all this if you get a new car just enjoy it stock at least till it's paid off.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Enjoy!!

Thanks 👍

@Gonin60

8 ай бұрын

You bet!

I have watched a couple of your videos, really good content! Did you see the manual WRX Sport Wagon México is getting? Why not the U.S?? I honestly don’t understand SOA decisions. Very good tips btw. Keep up the great work!

@Gonin60

Ай бұрын

It would be awesome and do well here

@Mike_44

Ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 Yeah I think it definitely would. I’d get one.

That view is amazing. Is that Utah?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Thanks. Yes it is

I'm new to manual cars. I've had motorcycles and boring automatics. With the current market, I've narrowed my search to a new BRZ or WRX. I was not aware of the need for more frequent oil changes but it makes sense. I would do cat back exhaust until the warranty runs out then start tuning with some good parts. jb4 tune sounds interesting

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Both great cars. Can’t go wrong! I liked the Wrx a little more

@rockcrawlerchurch2976

8 ай бұрын

Im making the same decision except this is my the epa is killing the manual last new car. But i am torn between the brz and wrx. I think though at 6'4" im probably going to have to go wrx. The brz is a long way down when you weigh 250 and have basketball knees hahha

@rockcrawlerchurch2976

8 ай бұрын

Ps you will love the connection you get with the car in a manual. Its chalk and cheese

Nice video! For manuals: Question 1:Let’s say you’re just going for a cruise on mid-speed roads (30-50 mph). What do you feel is the optimal cruising RPM for best gas mileage and engine longevity? For a while I was feeling 2200-2500, but now I’m questioning if closer to 3,000 is better? Question 2: say you’re cruising, 4th gear or so - and you can tell up ahead you’ll be coming to a stoplight. Do you a) Shift from 4th to neutral and coast to a stop, or b) row down through all the gears?

@Gonin60

3 ай бұрын

The lower the rpm the better the gas milage because of the less stress on the engine. Kicking into neutral will also be better on mpg

A CVT or automatic will let you know. They start at around 1000-1300 RPM, after warm up they will settle in the 500-1000 RPM.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Nice!

My local dealership has about 4 2023 WRXs in stock and Subaru is offering 1.9% for 72 months. I am considering buying one to daily drive.

@Gonin60

2 ай бұрын

Dang that interest is awesome

3 months owner 2023 WRX 6 speed. Plenty snow here in Montana and the car is robust, solid chassis built for this. Engine transmission great match loving the shorter gearing STI exhaust and Soon Perrin intake, Steering Wheel and shifter has to be replaced, feels under par. If you can handle a stiff chassis and loud engine with road noise the car can hustle and get around no problem. Perfect size car and for me it is average economy size. Shifting is smooth and car has so much grip never gets out of control, always sure footed and practical everyday driver. AWD is a plus in offroad and snow. l am 62 love the car but will get me number 2 vehicle, 4x4 truck automatic and touring capabilities, know what l mean?

@Gonin60

5 ай бұрын

Yep I get it! Thanks for the comment.

Thanks for the video! Beautiful mountains view by the way! Wanted to ask if you are cruising after acceleration on a flat surface on 4th gear with speeds 30-35 mphs, is it considered engine lugging? The rpms are somewhat 1500-2000 at this point. I don't feel like engine is struggling but after watching your video is worried if I am doing it wrong. Also same about when coming over a speed bump and plug in 2nd gear at around 10mph but giving more throttle (1500-2000 rpm when clutch engages and it goes down to 1200 after fully engaged). Is it engine lugging? Could you weight in on both of those cases please? really appreciate it. I have 2023 wrx and just hit 3k miles after 3 months, performed oil change after 1k, no mods except some exterior changes (spoiler, grill, rock guards, etc). I was thinking replacing IC with the larger Perin, all the pipes and air intake, now not that much

@Gonin60

Ай бұрын

You are okay there. If you were in a taller gear I would say yes. Totally fine on your second gear question.

@anunnaki1101

Ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 ok great, thanks for your reply! I was a little worried and also after looking at the owner's manual recommended speed to gear ratio. They list 2nd gear at 15 mph, 3 at 25, 4 at 40, 5 at 45, 6 at 50.I guess thats just when you accelerating from stand still. But if you got the momentum already its fine to use lower ones for cruising.

Great points @Gonin60. I just did the oil change at 1700 miles. The dealer told me I can add intake/cat back and suspension and I wont have issues with warranty. They said NO to a tune. That Subaru is cracking down on tunes and warranty.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Get it in writing lol. I wouldn’t put any intake on it without a tune

@chrisparent8381

11 ай бұрын

Don’t get an intake without a tune ! *boom boom*

@Deleteguest

11 ай бұрын

Whatever you do, no matter what the dealership says, do NOT get an intake without tuning it. Dear god please don't. You will 100% regret it.

@vorteco7692

8 ай бұрын

I came here to say this. Get it in writing from the dealership. @@Gonin60

Just got a 23’ Shits awesome

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Congrats!

dealership Thinks I’m crazy but I’ve put 3k miles on my vb Wrx and gotten an oil change every 1k.. also regarding the tuning I’ve only installed an awe touring exhaust and have no plans to mod the car

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Better safe than sorry!

@truckinguy92

11 ай бұрын

I would think you’re a little crazy as well. I’m just curious on 2 things. Why so often? Are you planning on changing it every 1,000 miles from here on out?

Hoping to pick up one soon, what other maintenance would be crucial besides oil/ oil filter change?

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Fluid wise I’m still learning that too outside of oil. If anyone on here has more experience with Subaru please comment.

@ryanwasilewski7742

11 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60Subaru tech here, thought I would add the factory recommends diff/trans fluid changes every 30-50k miles.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

@@ryanwasilewski7742 good advice. Thanks Ryan!

@TheBadassOne17

4 ай бұрын

Spark plugs at 60, brake and coolant every 3 or 4 years, can’t remember what the manual says

i agree with all points, in your opinion could i get away with a minimal catback exhaust setup without a tune? no intake swap

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Oh yeah you for sure could

@jroy48bball60

3 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 Do you have a solid recommendation for the sothern-california area?

I live in salt lake too and currently own a 2022 WRX. I’m thinking to go for stage 2 Cobb. Is there any professional tuner you know in SlC neighborhood?

@Gonin60

2 ай бұрын

That’s awesome. Man I don’t. I’m sure some are around here.

I think these are good general guides, not only specific to Subaru, but to any turbo cars. I've got a few things, though. If the new aftermarket intake has the same diameter MAF housing, it should not affect the car negatively. If you're using an AFR gauge, just monitor your AFR during WOT. If it's running lean, like 12:1, then you've got a problem, and you know you should get a tune or revert to stock. 2. You can drive once your car is on, but avoid boost until it's up to temp. Most cars show the coolant temp, but coolant heats up quicker than oil, so coolant at 180F doesn't mean your oil is that hot, and what were trying to achieve is sufficient flow of oil through the turbo. So, avoiding boost will nullify that concern when driving a cold car.

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Thanks

Honestly, as a Mitsubishi Eclipse owner of every version since it first came out with my last being what I drive now a 2006, GT 6 cylinder which is friggin awesome to drive and more. I just love her because she is so maintenance free. It's so sad that Mitsubishi won't keep this going so...- I have to think about newer vehicle because she won't last forever, although they have all been incredibly reliable with minimum maintenance EVER ........this video was wicked helpful as I venture into the next 6 speed generation of sport cars with manual transmissions and moon roofs!!!!!!!!!.

@Gonin60

20 күн бұрын

I wish they still made cars! They were the GOAT

Keep it stock, Change the oil EVERY 3-4K- I've had 8 Subies and have never had ANY issues... (3 WRX's, 2 Crosstreks, 3 Outbacks all with Boxer 4's)

@Gonin60

2 ай бұрын

Yep!

I do not own one of these, but I think they are very fun & good looking & sounding cars and I would keep it as it is.

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jrock-xs9vp

11 ай бұрын

Yes I'm keeping mine stock maybe a different exhaust, and a body kit wheels tuning it will kill the longevity I feel too much pressure on them valves .

I agree, these young kids are modifying those Subarus and completely destroying them and all fingers are pointing to Subaru. Three keys to keeping Subarus for a long time 1 regular oil change, 2 at least two minute warm up, but the most important one and don’t you forget it, DO NOT LUNCH THESE CARS. Quit showing off.

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for commenting

The first modifications I plan for my newly ordered WRX are IAG AOS, better brakes, and invidia 300 cat back. Might replace some frequent failure points with better components; Im targeting reliability before I go after power. Would you suggest a tune for AOS/brakes/exhaust? It might be a stupid question since im not messing a lot with air flow aside from exhaust, just want to keep the car around for a long time. It's my retirement gift to myself.

@Gonin60

Ай бұрын

No time needed for those imo

I just bought a 2023 WRX...i am considering an axle back exhaust. If i do get one, do i have to tune for that? Or does it only require a tune for a catback?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

No tune needed for either

@chaotiic9985

11 ай бұрын

@Gonin60 appreciate the input man! Keep up the great and informative content!

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

@@chaotiic9985 you got it!

When I start mine, I let it run until the idle kicks down. That takes about a minute. Then I drive it like an old lady until it's completely warmed up. I'm not going to let it sit there and idle for 5 or 10 minutes.

@Gonin60

18 күн бұрын

Probably better advice here

I bought a JB4 tuner for my 22 been sitting on it for almost a year. I want to install it but dont want to void my warranty or blow up my engine!

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Cool

Even my v8 grand marquis is running 5w20. With the quality of modern synthetic, you just run the recommended

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Okay

Would using 5w30 void any kind of warranty here in the US?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

It’s possible. I would check with your dealer and get it documented

Dude are you a mechanical engineer or tribology expert? You know I trust the engineers on this one (oil weight).

@Gonin60

2 ай бұрын

Don’t care

I tint my headlights so that they work more 😉

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

???

What about the milk jug delete? Worth doing? Any negative set backs? Better induction noise?

@Gonin60

8 ай бұрын

Milk jug delete? I’m assuming this is something with the stock air box? Don’t play with anything airbox related unless you’re getting a tune.

Stock w Borla Exhaust all i need to make me Happy.

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Right on!

@vincentmoore9891

11 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60what about an AOS?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

@@vincentmoore9891 would only help

@vincentmoore9891

11 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 do dealers generally frown upon those?

The factory puts a special additive to the oil and it only comes from the factory. If you change at 1000 you’ll lose that additive forever. I was told to put about 3000-4000 miles before first oil change. I’m in a 23 WRX limited

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

I haven’t heard this

I’m new to Subie , what’s with oil change . What’s a crush washer on the drain plug ?? So I add a new washer every oil change ?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

I would watch some videos

@rickgammel1388

5 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 I use a fresh washer every oil change on my 99 Outback-5 speed.

Beautiful landscapes. Where you at?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

UT

Directly pasted from the owners manual... *If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used if replenish- ment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change.* So rule of thumb.... Do what the manual says, otherwise you risk a warranty denial.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for quoting the manual

In the Japanese manual (where the car is actually made) Subaru states to use 5w30. My dealer actually doesn't even stock 0w20. I live in a hot area on the South East and 0w20 is too light. After being in the game since the 90s and knowing/talking to engine builders I'm changing my oil at 3500 miles. Long oil change intervals are the result of the stringent EPA. The inside baseball on their view is they don't want your internal combustion engine to last that long.

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Good info Chris!

@mistamaog

11 ай бұрын

Long oil change intervals are based on oils going from crude oil to more synthetic based.

other than stiffer mounts and bushings and exterior accessories, i plan on leaving mine stock. wrx is my dream car, my 22 is everything i wanted. and the best part about it being ugly? i only have to look at the inside while driving!

@Gonin60

Ай бұрын

Nice

I’m thinking of getting a regular wrx, any suggestions about a blow off valve installed?

@Gonin60

Ай бұрын

I haven’t put one on but vent to atmosphere aren’t always good for the engine. Recirculating is the way to go. I would do some research about need for tune etc.

167k on my 2003 WRX with the stock turbo and 5MT... Change the oil every 3k and dont hammer it like a sponsored racer. My car is still running great! And no, im not running stock. Ive had coilovers, "stage 2" tuning, 3" turboback, LW/UD pullies, aluminum driveshaft, and pretty much everything Whiteline makes.

@Gonin60

4 ай бұрын

Congrats! That’s awesome!

Not tuned yet…but I plan too very soon✊🏿

@Gonin60

7 ай бұрын

Sweet!!

Just be smart about how you operate. Last summer in El Paso TX we hit over 65 days straight with 100°F to 115°F 🔥 . Never drove crazy during the daylight hours and let the car cool down before turning off. Now im on Washington PNW and this weather is heven for my "car".

@Gonin60

7 күн бұрын

Thanks!

What viscosity oil are you using?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Ow 20 for now but not much longer

First subaru and wrx. Ive seen people saying to install oil catch kit. Is that necessary even if I am leaving it stock?

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Not necessary but more of a good precaution

@valmemo1

9 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 got it, thanks for the feedback 👍🏽

Would you really go to any oil thicker than specified in the manual? 0W-20 is thin, but apart from the gas mileage, I'd guess that Subaru's engineers have designed the engine to work with that. I like the idea of heavier oil, but while yes it would protect the parts better in theory, can it get to the parts as fast as the lightweight oil on warm and cold starts? I don't know, but when I get mine it's getting whatever the manual calls for.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

Okay put what the manual says

@senseicorey9979

9 ай бұрын

I have an older wrx but have been using Rotella t6 5-40 for years....decades even and it's been fine

@Yerrrrrrrr_Mom

7 ай бұрын

I think Subaru is smarter than a KZreadr who just bought one 🤷🏻‍♂️

@Christdeliverme

2 ай бұрын

A good choice would likely be 0w-40 Mobil 1 Euro. Now don't panic about the 40 weight, after a 1000 miles the oil is only at the very top of 30 weight metric. DI fuel dilution cause an effect.

Your finish line is assomme music short vid. And thank's for review and recommandation .

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

You bet!

Can you put catback exhaust without tuning it?

@Gonin60

11 ай бұрын

Yep

Great video. I just pickup a 2023 WRX I’m hearing about silicone issues in the motor. Do you know if they fixed this problem for the 2023’s

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

Congrats! I’m not sure if they have addressed the rtv issue

@felixlaboy1453

9 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 Thank you I appreciate the fast reply and help.

@ryancochrane7569

3 ай бұрын

You picked it up and don’t know? 😂

I'm oldschool so i just do a bodykit from veilside

@Gonin60

8 ай бұрын

Nice!

If you were to change to a different break pad rotor do you also have to tune anything?

@Gonin60

7 ай бұрын

Not that I’m aware of

@1031ent

4 ай бұрын

No

Where do you live? The background is BEAUTIFUL.

@Gonin60

9 ай бұрын

UT

U can run a 3inch cat back top mount and some other parts

@Gonin60

Ай бұрын

Nice

🎉it’s all about using common sense, taking the time to do the homework, spending the money correctly… it will be happy in the end if u do ! #subielove

@Gonin60

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thanks Gerald!

There are other reasons besides gas mileage and emissions to use 0w20. Modern engines have closer tolerances and heavier weight oil may not reach all the right places. Lighter weight oil also transfers heat better. Changing the oil every 3000 miles is overkill. If you use synthetic oil 5000 miles is fine. Also, warming up your engine before you drive may do more harm than good. Better to just drive gently until it warms up.

@Gonin60

10 ай бұрын

A lot of opinions for sure

@Thr0wb4ckf1Lb4nd

9 ай бұрын

The engineers designed the car for 0w20. And yes 3k oil change for synthetic is excessive. Be careful what you put out there, it may do more harm to your followers than good.

@felixlaboy1453

9 ай бұрын

@@Thr0wb4ckf1Lb4nd100% correct

I'm going to get either a 2022 wrx or 2023 - totaled my base model civic earlier this week. How can i decide what color to get if i want every color but red?!?

@Gonin60

8 ай бұрын

Well Subaru ships a lot of these. I would see what colors dealerships around you have and go see them in person.

@jacobjakus

8 ай бұрын

thats true -i was gonna get a 2022 cause it's 5k cheaper and stilll basically new. originally looking for orange but they have none - was going to negotiate a salesmen buying a plane ticket for me and i'll buy a car nationwide and drive it back home (within reason) lol my favorite colors orange - but i second guess it for a car. Do i stay safe and get a metallic gray/silver? @@Gonin60

Nice wheels!

@Gonin60

7 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@djobert2402

7 ай бұрын

@@Gonin60 I'm considering replacing my 2019 GTI for a 2023 WRX. Wasn't sure about the WRX looks, but I love the way yours looks, it's a beauty

@Gonin60

7 ай бұрын

@@djobert2402 thanks!!

The oil is fine and even the manufacturer is willing to stand by a full warranty on it.

@Gonin60

6 ай бұрын

Okay

I have a premium 22 I swear a row boat has better suspension 😂I love my wrex but they really disappointed me that they only put damper control on the gt and marking it up to 50 k just to get a little smoother ride. BUT this new generation is fun to drive who nerds drugs when you own one of these 😂. I hit 139 in mine one day didn't even feel like it i was like f##k made me shake for twenty mins afterwards. Everytime you get behind the wheel you fall more in love with it. It's not boring to drive that's for sure.

@Gonin60

19 күн бұрын

Yeah they just made it stiff. It is considered a rally/sport sedan but it does ride more on the stiff side. It is a blast though!