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2004 Subaru WRX – EJ207 Swap

After several years of solid service, the original EJ205 engine in Johnathan’s 2004 Subaru WRX suffered bearing failure. But rather than restarting with an EJ205-based build, Johnathan decided to take a different route: EJ207 engine swap from the JDM Version 7 Subaru WRX STi! What’s so great about that engine? Out-of-the-box 8,000RPM+ redline, semi-closed deck […]

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2013 Subaru BRZ – Stage III Short Block

Seth’s turbocharged 2013 Subaru BRZ is in the shop, and under the knife! This round, we’re setting this 86 up with an IAG Performance Stage-III Extreme Closed Deck short block, HKS camshafts (IN: 266°/11.70mm – EX: 260°/11.70mm), IAG .500″ cylinder head studs, Full Blown Motorsports cylinder head gaskets, REIMAX billet oil pump gears, Full Blown Motorsports larger capacity aluminum oil […]

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2008 Subaru WRX STI

After experiencing bearing failure, Jason brought his 2008 Subaru WRX STI in to not only get the EJ257 rumbling again, but to also lay the foundation for future modifications! After disassembling the engine to determine the full extent of damage, we discovered that Jason’s quick response to the early signs of bearing failure paid off […]

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2019 Subaru WRX STI

Before the first oil change was even due, Justin brought his 2019 Subaru WRX STI in for the first round of work! Starting out in the shop, Louis set the EJ257 up with a COBB Tuning SF intake system, turbocharger inlet tube, down-pipe, 3-port electronic boost control solenoid, complete Flex Fuel conversion kit with pressure sensor, Injector Dynamics ID1050X […]

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2018 Subaru WRX STI

Rene’s 2018 Subaru WRX STI is in to have the groundwork laid for more (reliable) power! Up first, Louis is giving the EJ257 some attention in the form of an IAG Performance Stage-2.5 short block, ARP cylinder head studs, and IAG air/oil separator. This was all brought together with OEM Subaru gaskets & seals, COBB Tuning down-pipe & catalytic-converter-back […]

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2013 Subaru WRX STI

Daniel brought his Plasma Blue Pearl 2013 Subaru WRX STI in to have the wick turned up! First up, John is setting the EJ257 up with a list of parts including a Forced Performance Turbochargers FP Green HTZ turbocharger, PERRIN Performance turbocharger inlet, IAG Performance air/oil separator, Process West top-mount intercooler, Modern Automotive Performance down-pipe with high-flow catalytic converter, COBB Tuning fuel rail & line […]

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