ericem Posted December 19, 2011 Share Posted December 19, 2011 Hey guys want some input was going to get a tune from infamous1 but I feel fixing this lean condition might be important. I did my spark plugs and noticed cylinder 4 (driver side closest to the firewall) appeared to be white, noticeably more white than the other 3. What bothers me is there is no damn fuel filter! So is it possible debree got to that injector ? Thinking a bottle of fuel injection cleaner won't cut it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 19, 2011 Share Posted December 19, 2011 I'd spend the $10.00 on a can of injector cleaner first. If it get's better you've fixed a simple problem. Does the car run badly ? I'm guessing you haven't had a CEL's. Have you sent a data log to Infamous ? My Tuner is a bit closer to you. http://www.tuningalliance.com he can help you too. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericem Posted December 20, 2011 Author Share Posted December 20, 2011 Hey, it runs pretty good, but i feel when I floor it doesn't pull as hard especially up top. Doesn't really feel as smooth when I floor it as well. Otherwise idles mostly fine and drives around mostly find but there isn't alot of power maintaining speed up inclines. Going to try some injector cleaner thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Also make sure the tmic is not leaking. They have a habit of doing that. I'm not sure what could cause #4 to be lean other then a dirty injector. I guess you have checked everything under the hood to make sure all is normal and correct. It has been said that these things feel stronger at 3/4 throttle then wot. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Do you have aftermarket injectors? There have been times when the injector gets stuck in one position or another. Injector is the cheap way to see if something is just clogged and Subarus have the usual pump filter and I have yet to see one fail. -Jake http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://upload.pbase.com/image/137566671.jpg Call directly for your best Whiteline Price! | We also carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. AIM: AZP Installs | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericem Posted December 20, 2011 Author Share Posted December 20, 2011 My TMIC end tank tabs were popping open so I bent them back during wot sounds mostly quiet and they are stock injectors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Your welcome. You may want to look into replacing the tmic. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericem Posted December 20, 2011 Author Share Posted December 20, 2011 even after i bent the tabs nice and tight it will still leak though?? Either way been watching for a nice clean IC preferably 08 + Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 If your going to get a Tune anyway's your better off to go with a after market full Al tmic. I have a IPR on my 05. Like a lot of the after market one's it was a PITA to get on the first time. I've had it off/on 3 or 4 times now and it's like oem. IMO I would never buy a OEM tmic. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericem Posted December 20, 2011 Author Share Posted December 20, 2011 $800 is alot of spend on a TMIC IMO. Stupid plastic intercoolers ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Is that what a OEM cost ? Look on here or call Mike or Jake at http://www.AZPinstalls.com and see what they can get you a good aftermarket one. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericem Posted December 21, 2011 Author Share Posted December 21, 2011 nooo nooo lol i mean if I get a aluminum one its $700+ . I'm watching for a good deal on the market here though for a good condition TMIC for now. I guess ill reinforce the stock IC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 21, 2011 Share Posted December 21, 2011 http://www.wesellcarparts.com/store/scripts/prodview.asp?idproduct=9316 I bought mine from http://ajwperformanceproducts.com/store/#ecwid:category=1021717&mode=category&offset=0&sort=normal during a group buy Aug 2010. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericem Posted December 23, 2011 Author Share Posted December 23, 2011 thanks, well for now got a 08 wrx ic for $50 shipped. Going to jb weld it before the tabs bend and keep my eye open for a nice perrin tmic. I would go fmic, but i like the simplicity and originality of the top mount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
contractkiller Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 thanks, well for now got a 08 wrx ic for $50 shipped. Going to jb weld it before the tabs bend and keep my eye open for a nice perrin tmic. I would go fmic, but i like the simplicity and originality of the top mount. Front mounts are for ricers ..... Kidding guys, calm down! If you do decide to look at front mounts http://www.godspeedproject.com makes a kit for $450 complete. thats all I know about it though. Havent heard anything about them. http://www.godspeedproject.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=7&products_id=1014 what did u mean when you said. it felt like i was driving a civic? did u mean the car felt like it was more dependable and it was getting better mpg's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 23, 2011 Share Posted December 23, 2011 Notice in the photo they don't have fog lights with that kit. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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