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First look--APR 2006 STI Widebody kit part 3

PURE EPI 07-07-2006 08:00 PM

[QUOTE=Rally_wgn]Hey Pure, saw you at Wawa the other day, nice RS.[/QUOTE]
oh really? which one :lol: I go to them all!! you should've honked!! :D OBS need to stick together!

Christian
BROKENWRX 07-07-2006 08:02 PM

[QUOTE=PURE EPI]i have a question...regarding this... how are you guys doing with your carbon resources? you mention a mix of glass and carbon, I know for the longest time, there has been a shortage of the material no matter what the weave. Maybe just the places I normally go to, I know that with all the ramped up military and aerospace projects the "little guys" get the scraps it seems! :(

Christian[/QUOTE]


That�s why we do not have a hood yet. Expecting it in the next week or two. Dam carbon shortage.

Jamie
SatanasoSTI 07-07-2006 10:51 PM

[QUOTE=PURE EPI]As for why people don't make the WRC body kits, most likely a cost factor. those kits are not cheap. Just to develop takes a lot of time and money. There's a vendor on here that has been working forever to bring their 22B kit for the GC to market. I still don't think it's happened yet. Reinforced plastics are always labor intensive. I suppose you could do polyurethane or metal, but the tooling costs are something to be considered too.

but I agree. if you build it, (inexpensively) they will come. Someone help me out here, but the rear sections are more of a problem as well due to fact the fenders are part of the body structure. and you have to cut/shape remove them prior to installation?? :confused:

Man, I wish I could do that... wouldn't have to worry about rubbing fenders anymore! :D

Christian[/QUOTE]

:( :( :( :mad:

[IMG]http://www.pifiu.com/vortex/uploads/2006-jun/wrc1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.pifiu.com/vortex/uploads/2006-jun/wrc3.jpg[/IMG]
Rally_wgn 07-07-2006 11:14 PM

Near VCC on Brook Rd. Then you headed off to Hardee's. Man I love those Thickburgers!

can't wait to see the car with the full body kit done and painted.
TurismoLou 07-07-2006 11:47 PM

Oh sweet mercy that is hot!
BlackSnake 07-08-2006 12:06 AM

[QUOTE=SatanasoSTI]:( :( :( :mad:

[IMG]http://www.pifiu.com/vortex/uploads/2006-jun/wrc1.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://www.pifiu.com/vortex/uploads/2006-jun/wrc3.jpg[/IMG][/QUOTE]


Thats not a BODYKit FYI, That is the actual rally car during testing...
carbon FX 07-08-2006 01:18 AM

I think wrc still is a bodykit, they just don't sell it to public, only for their rally team.
silver arrow 07-08-2006 01:55 AM

[IMG]http://static.flickr.com/57/162563043_e13d89265c_o.jpg[/IMG]

Like this one the best, very subtle and clean.
pio!pio! 07-08-2006 01:56 AM

well the bodykit per se is not a bolt on
because the intercooler and radiator are in such radically different locations compared to stock, the bodykit will not just easily bolt on to a regular impreza

I think I remmeber someone buying the WRC parts for the bugeye or peanut eye and it was a pain in the ass.
PURE EPI 07-08-2006 04:36 PM

[QUOTE=carbon FX]I think wrc still is a bodykit, they just don't sell it to public, only for their rally team.[/QUOTE]


True. the 22B coupe was designed to emulate the WRC version of the car. the chassis actually wouldn't fit through the normal Impreza assmb. line! the WRC class rules in 97 allowed for more flexibility in car prep for manufacturers (don't know exact rules but in general) you could add a turbo, 4WD etc. and also change the suspension geometry. Widening it of course ment blistering the fenders. the ensueing sexyness was just a natural side effect ;)

But the fact still remains that the kits/mods to the bodywork, unless done on a scale to decrease unit cost and/or done in a low-labor cost setting (ie. out of country) they remain really expensive. the original 22B fenders I saw listed for about 20K dollars for all 4 corners. Yikes...

I think AeroSym is the company trying to make the kit... though I saw 4Star in Canada had a similar kit.

Christian

oh and yes... I've had way too many Thickburgers here lately! :p
PURE EPI 07-08-2006 04:46 PM

[QUOTE=carbon FX]I think wrc still is a bodykit, they just don't sell it to public, only for their rally team.[/QUOTE]


BTW most of their bodywork is done in carbon/Kevlar to reduce the weight in certain areas. (nice to spend it if you have it!!) I think in 2005 the rules stated you could make your fenders (front) out of straight plastic. the front fascia has to be over 8k bucks. my little brother and I pulled one and other bits out of the trash at STPR a few years ago... LOTS of high-count carbon craftsmanship was fantastic. (sigh) maybe some day... :)
SatanasoSTI 07-09-2006 01:43 PM

The front looks boring like stock :(

[IMG]http://static.flickr.com/57/162563043_e13d89265c_o.jpg[/IMG]


i was referring only to the front bumper, but i know somobody made the replica of the rally wrc front bumper so life is good

[IMG]http://www10.vis.ne.jp/~burn-up/nai_ru/cgi-bin/cata/img/99.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://www10.vis.ne.jp/~burn-up/nai_ru/cgi-bin/cata/img/104.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]http://www.pifiu.com/vortex/uploads/2006-jun/014dds.JPG[/IMG]
TurboRX 07-09-2006 02:09 PM

[QUOTE=SatanasoSTI]The front looks boring like stock :( [/QUOTE]

Because the WRC front looks like a Veilside kit right?
cdvma 07-09-2006 11:55 PM

Sweet job guys, can't wait to see it finished and painted.
silentbob343 07-10-2006 12:12 AM

you guys will never win races with such a boring widebody :rolleyes:
silver arrow 07-10-2006 12:18 AM

[QUOTE=silentbob343]you guys will never win races with such a boring widebody :rolleyes:[/QUOTE]
:lol: :lol: :lol:
BROKENWRX 07-10-2006 12:08 PM

[QUOTE=SatanasoSTI]The front looks boring like stock :( [/QUOTE]

2.9.1: Bodywork
2.9.1.1: Standard body appearance must be strictly maintained. Standard body appearance is considered to include the OE grille and badge. A photographic replica is not sufficient. In addition to the main grille, if the car has a distinct grille below the bumper it shall also be used. Teams choosing not to utilize the OE grille opening for airflow may mount a close-out panel behind the grille. Stock OE spoilers and wings are not permitted. OE side skirts may be used if they were available on the car from the dealer, provided they meet the minimum ride height rule. Aftermarket side skirts may be used provided that they meet the min. ride height, have no openings/ducts in them other than for jacking insert(s), are no wider than the approved fascias, do not extend any higher than the bottom of the door and do not reinforce the chassis.


Jamie
parker/slc/gc8fan 07-10-2006 03:33 PM

When will the car be racing again?

Want to see some subies kickin it!?!?
David Glasscock 07-11-2006 03:38 AM

looks great, just curious but what off set are you going to run to fit 275 or 305 in the fenders and are they going to be 9.5 or 10 inch wide.. cant wait to see the final result might be buying me some new parts....:)
Patrick L 07-11-2006 01:29 PM

For Gary and Marshall. You guys doing any testing before Laguna or are you not alllowed to?
RBelcher00 07-12-2006 02:43 AM

Bad ace!
John2.5RS 07-12-2006 02:49 AM

Looks good. I still don't like the look of the grill though.
MPME 07-12-2006 04:08 PM

[QUOTE=Top_Dog]For Gary and Marshall. You guys doing any testing before Laguna or are you not alllowed to?[/QUOTE]
We will be testing at Laguna for the Laguna ALMS/SPEED finale, we're now on 305's, still working with Arceo on the final wheel/offest #'s, and as for my setup, I'll only know what it will end up at once we've successfully tested. From there, after the race, It'll be markedly different as always...

As for the widebody kit and bumper, we'll be putting "Typre-R" badges and cute little "Ultraman" cartoon characters on it so it looks like a wack street car, and not a proper racing car. Aren't races judged on looks, after all?
parker/slc/gc8fan 07-12-2006 04:13 PM

Ultraman = win.

lol
aspera 07-13-2006 12:29 AM

[url]http://www.jbox.com/UPDATES/365/[/url]

You might be able to find something like Ultraman here.
silentbob343 07-13-2006 12:50 AM

[QUOTE=MPME]We will be testing at Laguna for the Laguna ALMS/SPEED finale, we're now on 305's, still working with Arceo on the final wheel/offest #'s, and as for my setup, I'll only know what it will end up at once we've successfully tested. From there, after the race, It'll be markedly different as always...

As for the widebody kit and bumper, we'll be putting "Typre-R" badges and cute little "Ultraman" cartoon characters on it so it looks like a wack street car, and not a proper racing car. Aren't races judged on looks, after all?[/QUOTE]
:rolleyes: pffft that's strongbad, geez you guys are new to the racing world. Actually I have no idea what your talking about, haven't seen the stickers, but just going on the description.
David Glasscock 07-15-2006 04:40 PM

bump


any up dated pix? waiting to see what the body kit looks like painted... looking to purchase this kit.
SOOB22584 07-18-2006 01:20 PM

I definately tip my hat to you guys (APR). Kit looks awesome. Can't wait to fit my widebody to my car ;)
GNV Motorsports 07-18-2006 01:29 PM

Guys we just got word these are ready to order TODAY. We have a customer purchasing one from us, so I just called APR up today to check, and got some good news! This kit is hot as hell, too :D

Chris
GNV Motorsports
MPME 07-18-2006 08:33 PM

[QUOTE=GNV Motorsports]Guys we just got word these are ready to order TODAY. We have a customer purchasing one from us, so I just called APR up today to check, and got some good news! This kit is hot as hell, too :D

Chris
GNV Motorsports[/QUOTE]
Sweet. APR rocks.
David Glasscock 07-19-2006 08:13 PM

bump for any updated pix:)

also would you have any pix of the car with 295 on it standing still. front and side view.. i noticed they dont make a 305 in 18's only 19's and would like to see the stance with 295... if you up for it would like to see the 305 too.

thanks dave
GNV Motorsports 07-24-2006 05:58 PM

Final pictures! Very large.
I just received the COMPLETED pictures of the 2006 STi Wide Body Kit. It still hasn't been painted, but, this shows what it will look like. Painted pictures will be available in 1-2 weeks. Also, these are now ready for purchasing! Be the first one to have this gorgeous body kit on your car so I can drool over the pictures :D

[b]PLEASE PM ME FOR THE PICTURES. I'd post them but I have limitations from APR.[/b]

Chris
GNV Motorsports
sidesleeper 07-24-2006 06:25 PM

I think that looks absolutely amazing...If anything i like subtle body kits that perform better than they look. +1 :banana: I'm saving up for my widebody.
WRX-ECE 07-24-2006 07:09 PM

[QUOTE=BlackSnake]Thats not a BODYKit FYI, That is the actual rally car during testing...[/QUOTE]

No it's not, Rally cars are born with stickers all over them, didn't you know that. That's how they make the fastar speedz in the dirtz.

As far as the body kit goes, it's awesome, looks great.

Jeremy
MPME 07-24-2006 10:11 PM

[QUOTE=David Glasscock]bump


any up dated pix? waiting to see what the body kit looks like painted... looking to purchase this kit.[/QUOTE]

We hope to have it all painted ASAP. We're still seeking a paint sponsor, but if that doesn't happen soon, we'll fork out the $...
MPME 07-24-2006 11:43 PM

Here'e an '06 rendering done by my man Adrian Gonzalez--it will also serve as the image on the back of our long overdue ESX/Sheehan/SPEED GT T-Shirts.

[IMG]http://www.marshallpruett.com/wp-content/images/ESX-3Qtr.jpg[/IMG]
Rally_wgn 07-24-2006 11:48 PM

Nice! I can only hope Forza 2 has the '06 bodystyle so I can add this car to my collection.

Cant wait to see Gary at Birmingham and the new car at Laguna Seca, MPME has Arceo come through with the fat wheels to go with the wide body?
MPME 07-24-2006 11:51 PM

[QUOTE=Rally_wgn]Nice! I can only hope Forza 2 has the '06 bodystyle so I can add this car to my collection.

Cant wait to see Gary at Birmingham and the new car at Laguna Seca, MPME has Arceo come through with the fat wheels to go with the wide body?[/QUOTE]
Word. We hope to have the Arceo's for Laguna, but if not, we have our "Volk-ceo's" ready and waiting.

The car will also feature the 2006 ESX single stripe scheme to match the image.
urabusti 07-25-2006 01:00 AM

i like it. simple and sweet. just wish they got rid of tha nostrals
skuttledude 07-25-2006 09:11 AM

well done. looking forward to the pics showing the car going fast.
dowroa 07-25-2006 12:34 PM

Woops... found my answer:

[quote]The SPEED GT STI is headed to APR right away for the new kit to be installed. Jaime is working on stripping the front of the car, and modifying the '05 radiator mounts/location to accept the '06 profile.
[/quote]

Can't wait to see the car back in action!

- dow
carbon FX 07-25-2006 02:58 PM

WOW !! that is really nice, can't wait to see the real thing on the track.
Vampyr 07-25-2006 03:03 PM

It looks like it will be a nice looking car.

Now if only Speed Channel would pull their heads out and pan the camera once in awhile to give you some tv coverage.

I'm gettin f'n tired of seeing that damn Cadillac all the time.
David Glasscock 07-25-2006 06:29 PM

any chance you have side pix of the car?
MPME 07-25-2006 08:54 PM

[QUOTE=Vampyr]It looks like it will be a nice looking car.

Now if only Speed Channel would pull their heads out and pan the camera once in awhile to give you some tv coverage.

I'm gettin f'n tired of seeing that damn Cadillac all the time.[/QUOTE]
Thanks, but more than being shown favor by SPEED, we need to get the funds to do the testing to show well in the race to deserve being shown favor.

Being a front-runner is one heck of a tonic to have the cameras follow you... ;-)
Vampyr 07-25-2006 10:44 PM

[QUOTE=MPME]Thanks, but more than being shown favor by SPEED, we need to get the funds to do the testing to show well in the race to deserve being shown favor.

Being a front-runner is one heck of a tonic to have the cameras follow you... ;-)[/QUOTE]

without a doubt... being up front helps... but Speed could at least do a once over of all the cars during pre-race.

Honestly... I've watched a few Speed GT races, and they really only show the top 5 or so cars. Even NASCAR at least shows the whole field once in awhile.

I end up not watching it... which drops their viewers, which drops their sponsorship, which raises the costs for teams like yours. Your sponsors deserve to at least get a 3 second shot on TV.
TurboRX 07-25-2006 11:13 PM

I agree, I mean, it should mean something that you guys are there and competing. Its not like NASCAR or GAC where the field is enormous, there really aren't that many cars to show.
Cloaked 07-26-2006 12:39 AM

Hey Gary you guys take that widebody and show those guys(GT) that the STi is for real.
Sparcomx 08-01-2006 04:02 AM

updateded pics painted ??
AndyRoo 08-01-2006 02:06 PM

Just a heads up....rumor has it there will be an EVO at Laguna this year too.

[[email�protected]]It is possible to run the Laguna World Challenge race, but we will only do so if our homolgated car has the speed to run midpack or better, as it does nothing for our sponsors having the car sit on the last row of the grid, as the Subaru and Skyline did at the LBGP. Stay tuned.[/QUOTE]

Hope they get smoked :D


- andrew
carbon FX 08-07-2006 01:49 PM

[IMG]http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/wetoddimage.wtdr/wMTI4NzUyMzZzNDEzZGZkMzF5NTQx.jpg[/IMG] [QUOTE=Sparcomx]updateded pics painted ??[/QUOTE]
Pfutz 08-07-2006 02:52 PM

amazingly hot.
STiShawn 08-07-2006 03:40 PM

*old muppet guys in balcony voice* mooooore moooore mooore bravo bravo!
Rally_wgn 08-07-2006 04:10 PM

AAAwwww Yeahhh!
trhoppe 08-07-2006 04:21 PM

Thats so plain! I bet its slow ;)

Well, at least till the 6GunRacing stickers and parts go on ;)

-Tom
MPME 08-08-2006 12:11 AM

[QUOTE=AndyRoo]Just a heads up....rumor has it there will be an EVO at Laguna this year too.



Hope they get smoked :D


- andrew[/QUOTE]
I believe I know the team (a local one). They should do OK--they've run a tLaguna with the car about a hundred times. It makes super power, uses the same turbo, and has been developed a ton.

As for the ESX STi, unless $25K is found soon, the race is off for us.
AndyRoo 08-08-2006 01:14 AM

[QUOTE=MPME]I believe I know the team (a local one). They should do OK--they've run a tLaguna with the car about a hundred times. It makes super power, uses the same turbo, and has been developed a ton.

As for the ESX STi, unless $25K is found soon, the race is off for us.[/QUOTE]


Sorry to hear that :( .

I believe they are local to you guys....and it would be really nice to see an EVO/STi/Skyline battle in Speed WC, regardless of whether it's mid pack or in the back. Hope everything works out.


- Andrew
Rally_wgn 08-08-2006 08:20 AM

Bummer...
js3324 08-08-2006 10:47 PM

...must ...have...money...for...wide..body...

Speaking of money, albeit off subject, i'm assuming this will be 3995$ like the 04-05 kit? Whats body work typically running? 10,000 alone?
blue blurr 08-08-2006 10:50 PM

[QUOTE=MPME]I believe I know the team (a local one). They should do OK--they've run a tLaguna with the car about a hundred times. It makes super power, uses the same turbo, and has been developed a ton.

As for the ESX STi, unless $25K is found soon, the race is off for us.[/QUOTE]

Could it be Kent Jordan and the Muellerized team?

And I thought you skipped Infineon so you could make Laguna for sure, what happened with that plan?

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