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Though neither are in production today, Subaru’s 2.5 liter EJ255 vs EJ257 motors are still some of the most sought out and recognizable in JDM history. Of the two, the EJ257 offers better performance and potential for modding, but both are outstanding motors. Subaru primarily used the engines inside the high performance Legacy GT and…
For those looking to build out their EJ255 powered Subaru, the top mods are a downpipe, ECU tuning, cold air intake, and an intercooler. Subaru used the 2.5 liter flat-four EJ255 four-cylinder engine from 2006–2014 inside various models, including the Impreza WRX, Forester XT, Legacy GT, and Outback XT. Depending on the year and model,…
Camping sure has changed in recent years, from traditional to high tech. Some people don’t even use the term camping anymore, as “glamping” is all the rage. And as more people have started to take up camping and explore the outdoors, a new rooftop tent industry has sprouted. Just a few years ago these were…
At this point in time, the first-generation Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT86 have become cult classics. They do what they are designed to do best; they’re both great sports cars. In many ways, the BRZ and GT86 have really encroached on a space that the Miata has been the king of for far too long….
The Subaru WRX first found its way stateside two decades ago back in 2002 and its STi tuned variant landed a few years later in 2004. They quickly became two of the most popular tuner cars on the market, and for decades since they have enjoyed strong sales throughout the U.S.. However, some of these…
The Subaru WRX is currently one of the most popular tuner cars on the market. It has been around for two decades in the United States, and has a history in Japan even before that. The WRX is widely known for its versatility, performance, and unique styling. It is one of the few cars still…
The FA20DIT and EJ257 are two of the most popular performance engines that Subaru has ever produced. The EJ257 is one of the most iconic and legendary tuner engines of all time. It powered every iteration of the STi in North America from 2004 on, and was perennially one of the top performance options on…
When Subaru announced the new 2022 WRX there was only one thing on everyone’s mind: Was it going to include the FA24 or not? When the answer was yes, WRX enthusiasts immediately threw up their hands in celebration. Finally, the FA20DIT from 2015 was getting a serious upgrade. Subaru had initially introduced the FA24 boxer…
The 2015–2021 Subaru WRX (VA) was one of the best modern tuner cars on the market. It responds great to both bolt-on upgrades and E85 fueling, and makes good power at a relatively low price point. Much of this is due to the potent FA20DIT inside the WRX. The FA20 is a turbocharged 2.0 liter,…
Since its debut stateside in 2002, the Subaru WRX has been one of the best tuner cars on the American market. In 2015, Subaru introduced the 2 liter FA20DIT engine, which produced 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. While that is already good enough to give the WRX some solid performance, many people have…
In terms of affordable front-engined, rear-wheel drive grip monsters, the Subaru BRZ is an enticing prospect. The naturally aspirated boxer 4-cylinder provides a modest amount of power but keeps the center of gravity low. In combination with the BRZ’s near 50/50 weight distribution, 6-speed manual transmission, and 4-way Torsen LSD, its natural habitat is the…
Downpipes are one of the best performance upgrades for turbo engines. There are tons of benefits to running a downpipe upgrade on a Subaru WRX. Downpipes are one of the most important exhaust components for force-induced engines, as they are the first exhaust component after the turbo. They are a part that can either throttle…
