| Siper2 | 02-07-2002 01:34 AM |
Lookin' for aluminum shifter trim for GC8... Where to find?
[color=red][b]UPDATE 3/2/2002 - See the first post on page 2 of this thread for a response I've just received from Nitosport in the UK on a possible group buy on some great stuff that they have...
KenG's link to their website further down on page 1 will show you what they have to offer....!
-Chris[/b][/color]
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[i]Original post from 2/7/02...[/i]
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Hey. Well most of us know that the new bodystyle Impreza can have the STi shifter trim fitted to it. I, however, am a GC8 owner, and want some for myself. Problem being, I don't know where to look. Does anyone know of a company that sells any? I thought maybe some California-based place must make some.... Honda products are a dime a dozen, one of them must have a Subie application out there somewhere...
Thanks. :) I'd rather it not be too expensive. This is just a simple ring of metal, after all.
-S2-
KenG's link to their website further down on page 1 will show you what they have to offer....!
-Chris[/b][/color]
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[i]Original post from 2/7/02...[/i]
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Hey. Well most of us know that the new bodystyle Impreza can have the STi shifter trim fitted to it. I, however, am a GC8 owner, and want some for myself. Problem being, I don't know where to look. Does anyone know of a company that sells any? I thought maybe some California-based place must make some.... Honda products are a dime a dozen, one of them must have a Subie application out there somewhere...
Thanks. :) I'd rather it not be too expensive. This is just a simple ring of metal, after all.
-S2-
| TaiChih | 02-07-2002 02:08 AM |
sorry Siper, but it does not exist. The closest you will find to a shifter trim would be a company called CONRERO. good Luck.- Stephen
| Siper2 | 02-07-2002 02:28 AM |
Bah there must be something out there. :D I mean companies like Joshua Tree at woodtrim.com produce wood/aluminum snap/stick-on kits for many cars, but they're whole sets. Not sure if they have any Subie stuff...
Just figured there's gotta be someone. And some people can machine things if they're good with metals, so people talented enough who wanna try, this is prodding for them too. :D
-S2-
Just figured there's gotta be someone. And some people can machine things if they're good with metals, so people talented enough who wanna try, this is prodding for them too. :D
-S2-
| adamsrs | 02-07-2002 02:46 AM |
Siper- WRX_ONLY a wonderful vendor here on the I-club has given me an STI shifter trim for a new WRX. He has given it to me to see how much modification would be needed to make this GDA peice fit on our GC8. i will try everything I can to get this to fit. i will post in the vendors forum as soon as I reach my conclusion! I think that is may fit...let's hope!
adamsrs
adamsrs
| wrx182 | 02-07-2002 08:33 AM |
Even on the WRX, modification is needed to make it fit...I'm sure it wouldn't be that different for a RS...
| [email protected] | 02-07-2002 09:02 AM |
Siper2,
Is this what you are looking for?:
[IMG]http://www.cc-b.com/uploads/Trim.jpg[/IMG]
I can get those for you no problem. Retails for $75.00
Eddy
[URL]http://www.cc-b.com[/URL]
Is this what you are looking for?:
[IMG]http://www.cc-b.com/uploads/Trim.jpg[/IMG]
I can get those for you no problem. Retails for $75.00
Eddy
[URL]http://www.cc-b.com[/URL]
| Siper2 | 02-07-2002 11:02 AM |
Where'd you find THAT??? I've never even seen it! Is it for the old or new style car? Old is what I need. Price seems still high for a sliver of metal, but it's better than the STi trim's cost. :eek:
Please let me know. That door sill trim looks good, too. I got some on another group buy a while back, but it didn't fit very well, especially in the rear. All of it required glueing to make it fit, too. I was disappointed. Like the knob, as well...
As for the "mod" required for installing the trim in the '02 cars, well.. I personally don't consider it modification. You're drilling holes, yeah, but.... Hmm. Depends on your definition of a mod. :D
The STi trim is obviously an exact fit, you just have to make the holes yourself, on a non-STi car.
[b]adamsrs[/b], do let us know what you find out. The only problem I personally have is with the STi trim's cost, and I'd rather not plaster STi all over my car TOO much, when it isn't one. I already got a couple STi badges for my fenders, only because I have the V5 suspension. That's borderline for me. :)
-S2-
Please let me know. That door sill trim looks good, too. I got some on another group buy a while back, but it didn't fit very well, especially in the rear. All of it required glueing to make it fit, too. I was disappointed. Like the knob, as well...
As for the "mod" required for installing the trim in the '02 cars, well.. I personally don't consider it modification. You're drilling holes, yeah, but.... Hmm. Depends on your definition of a mod. :D
The STi trim is obviously an exact fit, you just have to make the holes yourself, on a non-STi car.
[b]adamsrs[/b], do let us know what you find out. The only problem I personally have is with the STi trim's cost, and I'd rather not plaster STi all over my car TOO much, when it isn't one. I already got a couple STi badges for my fenders, only because I have the V5 suspension. That's borderline for me. :)
-S2-
| wrxlvr | 02-07-2002 11:12 AM |
Chunky_chicken was going to make some for the new age, but haven't heard anything lately. Maybe he'd be willing to make one for the GC8s too.
| Siper2 | 02-07-2002 11:27 AM |
Hey, if the price is right, that's cool with me. :) Do you know the original thread?
| TaiChih | 02-07-2002 04:15 PM |
That trim is real nice from CCB, and I don't mean to dissappoint anyone, but adamsrs, the WRX STi shifter trim will NOT fit on the RS center console. There is not enought space on the sides to attach such a piece AND the center console is convex, not flat.;)
| adamsrs | 02-07-2002 09:00 PM |
Oh well it's free. I can just sell it if it doesnt fit!
adamsrs
adamsrs
| dead-eye | 02-07-2002 09:44 PM |
FYI,
The GC8 shifter trim shown above is made by [url]www.orciari.it[/url] and [url]www.cc-b.com[/url] is their official US distributor. I've gone to cc-b's website but it's not working yet.
The GC8 shifter trim shown above is made by [url]www.orciari.it[/url] and [url]www.cc-b.com[/url] is their official US distributor. I've gone to cc-b's website but it's not working yet.
| Siper2 | 02-08-2002 10:02 AM |
I contacted [b]foreigner[/b] yesterday I think it was, and he replied saying that they don't have the shifter trim in stock right now, but will let me know when they get it (or get more). It is indeed for the [b]GC8[/b]!!!
| BigElm | 02-08-2002 10:25 AM |
Keep us posted...I like that trim too...
| Elite421 | 02-08-2002 04:37 PM |
Yes Siper2 Please do keep us informed of when He gets more in.
Alex
Alex
| Siper2 | 02-09-2002 11:50 AM |
Will do. :)
| KenG | 02-09-2002 05:21 PM |
Try this interesting link:
[url]http://www.nitosport.co.uk/new_page_2.htm[/url]
Ken
[url]http://www.nitosport.co.uk/new_page_2.htm[/url]
Ken
| WRSport | 02-10-2002 04:22 PM |
KENG,
I stumbled accoss that page a while ago and lost it.
THANK YOU!!!!!!!
-Chris
I stumbled accoss that page a while ago and lost it.
THANK YOU!!!!!!!
-Chris
| adamsrs | 02-10-2002 10:05 PM |
I got my STI shifter trim today. It doesnt fit on the GC8 sorry!
adamsrs
adamsrs
| dead-eye | 02-11-2002 12:23 AM |
adam,
What exactly do you mean? Is it too big or is the shape not compatible? Do you think it could fit with a lot of modifications? Please post a pic showing us what you mean. Thanks!
What exactly do you mean? Is it too big or is the shape not compatible? Do you think it could fit with a lot of modifications? Please post a pic showing us what you mean. Thanks!
| adamsrs | 02-11-2002 01:19 AM |
It is too big. the RS shifter is lower than the rest of the dash and the trim wont fit down in the hole. the WRX has a flat shifter area so the trim just sits right on top!
adamsrs
adamsrs
| Siper2 | 02-27-2002 10:40 AM |
Reviving this thread. :) I'm going to also Email/PM foreigner to see what the word is on that stuff...
| DangeRS | 02-27-2002 02:17 PM |
why dont we just order from nitto sport? can anyone get the nice gauge hosing with the dips on it for the gc8's? liek in that nitto sport page in cf? that was nice..........AND what are those controls that are over the radio unit? on teh pic of inside of the uk impreza onm teh website
| Siper2 | 02-27-2002 03:29 PM |
I already Emailed them, asking if their products can be sold in the US, or outside of the UK at all. We'll see if I get a response--I'll let you guys know, either way.
I'm personally probably not interested in carbon fiber, just aluminum, and foreigner's kit is what I'm after, but.... I DO like the stuff on that UK website. :D
I'm personally probably not interested in carbon fiber, just aluminum, and foreigner's kit is what I'm after, but.... I DO like the stuff on that UK website. :D
| BAMA RS | 02-27-2002 04:08 PM |
I am also interested in the aluminum.
cameron
cameron
| Siper2 | 03-02-2002 01:29 PM |
Got a great response from Nitosport in the UK!
[color=red]Okay folks, pay attention!!!
I got a response from Nitosport, the company that produces the GREAT-looking stuff in the link provided by KenG a few posts back.
Here it is....[/color]
[i]----- Original Message -----
From: [email][email protected][/email]
To: [email][email protected][/email]
Sent: Saturday, March 02, 2002 12:05 PM
Subject: Re: Products available in the US?
Hi Christopher
We can ship to the states no problem. Our gear leaver surrounds come with a real leather gaitor normal RRP £89.99 but if there are a few of you who are interested we can do a deal on the price. We post via parcleforce which would be with you in 5-7 days. We also accept all credit cards.
What model is yours? We do these for all MY's.
Regards
Jane [/i]
[color=blue]Cool, huh?[/color] :)
[b]And here is a large part of the reply I'm working on right now...[/b]
[i]Jane,
Hello! Thank you for the response. On i-Club, most of the models here in North America are the pre-2002 Impreza 2.5RS and 2.2L versions, as well as the 2002 WRX, RS and TS new style. My particular car is a 2000 2.5RS.
Let me ask you what you probably will think is a silly question: this "gaitor"... I assume that's the shift boot?
Different terminology from island to island, you see. :) I personally already have a real leather one with red stitching, one of a bunch that I had made up from a leather shop elsewhere in the States, during a group buy last year. However if it comes on the surround, it's not a problem at all!
Quite a few people have expressed awe in your products; I agree, they're quite nice. Personally I'll probably have to wait a bit to purchase, unless I throw it on my credit card... not preferred, since I'm low on cash right now, but I'll manage. However I'm sure that a group purchase of some sort could be possible.[/i]
I'll keep you all posted!! Let's express some interest, folks!
Chris
-S2-
I got a response from Nitosport, the company that produces the GREAT-looking stuff in the link provided by KenG a few posts back.
Here it is....[/color]
[i]----- Original Message -----
From: [email][email protected][/email]
To: [email][email protected][/email]
Sent: Saturday, March 02, 2002 12:05 PM
Subject: Re: Products available in the US?
Hi Christopher
We can ship to the states no problem. Our gear leaver surrounds come with a real leather gaitor normal RRP £89.99 but if there are a few of you who are interested we can do a deal on the price. We post via parcleforce which would be with you in 5-7 days. We also accept all credit cards.
What model is yours? We do these for all MY's.
Regards
Jane [/i]
[color=blue]Cool, huh?[/color] :)
[b]And here is a large part of the reply I'm working on right now...[/b]
[i]Jane,
Hello! Thank you for the response. On i-Club, most of the models here in North America are the pre-2002 Impreza 2.5RS and 2.2L versions, as well as the 2002 WRX, RS and TS new style. My particular car is a 2000 2.5RS.
Let me ask you what you probably will think is a silly question: this "gaitor"... I assume that's the shift boot?
Different terminology from island to island, you see. :) I personally already have a real leather one with red stitching, one of a bunch that I had made up from a leather shop elsewhere in the States, during a group buy last year. However if it comes on the surround, it's not a problem at all!
Quite a few people have expressed awe in your products; I agree, they're quite nice. Personally I'll probably have to wait a bit to purchase, unless I throw it on my credit card... not preferred, since I'm low on cash right now, but I'll manage. However I'm sure that a group purchase of some sort could be possible.[/i]
I'll keep you all posted!! Let's express some interest, folks!
Chris
-S2-
| Siper2 | 03-02-2002 04:14 PM |
PICS of Nito stuff!
[url]http://www.nitosport.co.uk/new_page_2.htm[/url] has some pics.... some really NICE pics...!
Including:
[img]http://www.nitosport.co.uk/my01_surround.jpg[/img]
Looks like they can replace the whole center console piece with a carbon fibre bit... Very cool...
Jane at Nitosport says they can negotiate a good price, so.... :)
-S2-
Including:
[img]http://www.nitosport.co.uk/my01_surround.jpg[/img]
Looks like they can replace the whole center console piece with a carbon fibre bit... Very cool...
Jane at Nitosport says they can negotiate a good price, so.... :)
-S2-
| dead-eye | 03-03-2002 02:24 AM |
AFAIK,
The parts are not CF but "carbon-fibre look". Too bad.
The parts are not CF but "carbon-fibre look". Too bad.
| Siper2 | 03-03-2002 08:47 AM |
Hmm, guess that's true, but I personally could care less. Why?
1. It looks a hell of a lot better than the junk CF-look kit that Subaru offers...
2. The cost will probably be WAY lower than it would be for the real deal.
1. It looks a hell of a lot better than the junk CF-look kit that Subaru offers...
2. The cost will probably be WAY lower than it would be for the real deal.
| FengShui | 03-03-2002 02:21 PM |
I heard that Rev- Lab is making one for the GC8...Arthur from Rev-lab , please let us know?
| Siper2 | 03-03-2002 03:31 PM |
Hmm I hadn't heard that! I kind of wish Kartboy made some, then I'd definitely go for it. :D
Did you hear about the Rev-Lab kit in a thread??
Did you hear about the Rev-Lab kit in a thread??
| Boeleni | 03-03-2002 06:00 PM |
We just got back from a Winter Rally, when things settle down we'll get back to work on this project. The New Age WRX prototype is almost ready, and we're looking at doing something for the GC8's (since thats what the Rev-Lab staff all have!) :)
| Siper2 | 03-04-2002 11:53 AM |
Good! Keep in touch, keep posting on this thread, don't let it die.
Email me, PM me.... People want this stuff! :)
Email me, PM me.... People want this stuff! :)
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