Dr.Chris 2009 WRX Sedan JOURNAL

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  1. Dr.Chris

    Dr.Chris Member

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    Well, this is now my third Subaru. After moving to Asheville, I don't know that I will own another brand. My last was an '02 wagon which will be missed, but with 138,000 miles on her, it was time to move on. I searched for about 2 months and drive around 400 miles to Ohio to pick up this certified pre-owned 2009 WRX sedan. I've wanted this color since the STi came out in 2008. Here are some pictures I stole from the dealers site to start.
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    Future Plans:
    I just sold my AP from my last car, and would like to get one for this car.
    I would also like to at least get a downpipe to start, just to run stage 2.
    Maybe some driving lessons to adjust the nut behind the wheel.
    Next tighten the suspension a bit, and work on the handling.
    After I have a place to store wheels, get dedicated winter tires, and then a set of summer wheels and tires maybe a bit wider than stock.

    Thanks for looking,
    Chris

    That's all for now.
     
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  2. Dr.Chris

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    Picked up an Invidia header, up pipe, and catted down pipe just after Christmas. I got an AP shortly after I got my car. Now I'm running Stage 2.
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    Last night I decided to drive down to Commerce just to see where I am at. I ran full weight, with all season tires. LOL
    But my best run I managed a 13.463 @ 103.91
    Not a bad start I guess.
    This is right up the street from me in Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway
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    On the way to the Tail of the Dragon 2012 meet
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    My driveway testing out my Eco Auto Clean
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  3. Dr.Chris

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    Reserved for more upgrades
     
  4. b reel

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    nice ride Chris but where you going to put the bike?
     
  5. FACE

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    Nice congrats man...I suggest rally armor mud flaps :nauhty:
     
  6. Dr.Chris

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    For now, either fold down the back seat and put in the trunk, or just in the back seat with the front wheel off.

    Mud flaps would be NICE!
     
  7. nygiant

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    hey man
    check www.3gwrx.com there is A LOT of info there on our cars
     
  8. Alex

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    Congratulations :)
     
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    great choice of color!
     
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    Updated post 2 with some new goodies and my first run at Commerce.
     

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