Ares3985 Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 So I am thinking of upgrading my turbo, Intercooler and fuel pump. Just wondering how much of a difference does the vf52 make? Will I notice drastic power increases? I am stage 2 right now and just want to make sure it’s worth it to spend the couple grand to upgrade and tune everything. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyan Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 yes you'll notice a difference between a 52 and a 46. The wheels on the 52 are (sparing some small differences) the same size as a vf48, which is the STi turbo. You don't need a larger fuel pump unless you are upgrading your injectors to be larger or if your current fuel pump is dying. You could just get the vf52 if you wanted the cheapest route, but also upgrading the intercooler will give you a bit more peace of mind as well as a bit more of a reliability net when beating on the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 There is a noticeable performance gain with a vf52 over the vf46 even on stock fueling. I have both tuned by the same Tuner, the car with the 52 is much quicker. 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...
NORULZleggy Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 VF52 all day. great turbo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shralp Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 Def a nice bump in power from the 46 to the 52, loved mine for many years. Would suggest going that extra mile to a larger injector set for added peace of mind and more power as well. My current daily driver, ‘08 Outback, with a 52 and stock injectors doesn’t feel nearly as fast as when I had a 52, pump, and 740 injectors in my ‘05 GT wagon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 14, 2019 Author Share Posted August 14, 2019 Ok great. You’ve convinced me I was told it would be best to do the fuel pump. Even without the injectors. Either way. I already have the fuel pump so that’s going in either way. The Intercooler and turbo are on their way and then I need to set up my etune Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infosecdad Posted August 14, 2019 Share Posted August 14, 2019 I did the pump and 52, definitely worth it. I'm just about to do 740s, so we'll see what that does :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 14, 2019 Author Share Posted August 14, 2019 So I got the vf52 today. Only thing it was missing was the t hose w restrictor pills. Having trouble finding them online. I know I can go to the dealer and find one. Just easier to order it. Anyone know where I can get one or the part number so I can search it?? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infosecdad Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 Pretty sure it's 14447AA320 https://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru__/HOSE-ASSEMBLY-TURBOCHARER/49226896/14447AA320.html That's for an '09-14 WRX which I believe has the VF52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 15, 2019 Author Share Posted August 15, 2019 Pretty sure it's 14447AA320 https://parts.subaru.com/p/Subaru__/HOSE-ASSEMBLY-TURBOCHARER/49226896/14447AA320.html That's for an '09-14 WRX which I believe has the VF52 Yep that’s it. Can’t believe this tiny piece of rubber is almost $40 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn06SpecB Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 Yep that’s it. Can’t believe this tiny piece of rubber is almost $40 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk forget it, get a 3 port EBCS. Oh and talk to your preferred tuner prior to obtaining all of your parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyan Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 forget it, get a 3 port EBCS. Oh and talk to your preferred tuner prior to obtaining all of your parts. This. If you get an electronic boost controller (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED) it deletes the pill. Also, I have a vf39 pill sitting here in my toolbox I'll sell to you for 15 bucks if you really want it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 FWIW, my Tuner tuningalliance@gmail.com Back in the day replaced the stock pill with a piece of a wire splice. On the first street tune, we stopped by a auto parts store. he went in a came out with a small wire splice, he put that in a small piece of vacuum hose, installed it on the turbo and we went for a ride. After the street tune, the car felt great. That was back in the early day's about 2008. I suggest you email Mike and ask for his recommendations on your next step. He does happen to be one of the best tuners for these cars. 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...
gkinslow Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 FWIW, my Tuner tuningalliance@gmail.com Back in the day replaced the stock pill with a piece of a wire splice. On the first street tune, we stopped by a auto parts store. he went in a came out with a small wire splice, he put that in a small piece of vacuum hose, installed it on the turbo and we went for a ride. After the street tune, the car felt great. That was back in the early day's about 2008. I suggest you email Mike and ask for his recommendations on your next step. He does happen to be one of the best tuners for these cars. A piece of a butt splice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 Yeah, just the metal piece inside. It has a small orifice in it. 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...
gkinslow Posted August 15, 2019 Share Posted August 15, 2019 That's crazy. Would have never thought of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skameigh Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 Wow, repurposing electrical splices... Love it! But yes def get the EBCS like everyone else says. I also have a VF52 built by Socal and its much faster than the stock turbo! Only problem is now Im maxxing the turbo and want more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Wow, repurposing electrical splices... Love it! But yes def get the EBCS like everyone else says. I also have a VF52 built by Socal and its much faster than the stock turbo! Only problem is now Im maxxing the turbo and want more! Yeah I got one coming. Figured I would need it eventually and the price of just the pill line is half what I paid for the EBCS so. Plus I got an external wastegate so Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cryo Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 Ares3985 - I really like the VF52 upgrade on an LGT for cheap, easy power upgrade. You can get away with stock injectors and still get 80% of what the VF52 is capable of for a budget 30-40whp increase most times. I advise a 3port boost controller the moment a turbo is swapped out for something larger as its the best way to get back to the same or similar boost response as well as have control to hold or taper boost very quickly due to fuel demands. I like to see an upgraded fuel pump on any non stock supplied turbo as well since we will now be pushing the car harder than it was before and most likely your pump is 8-10 years old by now anyway in a 4th gen. Hope that helps and let us know if we can help with any of the tuning side of things for ya! Have a great day all! Dave [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Providing unmatched customer service and a Premium level of Dyno/E-tuning to the Community cryotuneperformance@yahoo.com facebook.com/cryotuneperformance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Arm pump is in. Also got a process west Intercooler. Got a boost controller and an external wastegate. I know the wastegate is not needed but it is definitely wanted. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 Aem pump is in. Also got a process west Intercooler. Got a boost controller and an external wastegate. I know the wastegate is not needed but it is definitely wanted. Vf52 and Cobb SF sitting on the shelf just waiting. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cryo Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 great to hear! Dave [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Providing unmatched customer service and a Premium level of Dyno/E-tuning to the Community cryotuneperformance@yahoo.com facebook.com/cryotuneperformance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkinslow Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Arm pump is in. Also got a process west Intercooler. Got a boost controller and an external wastegate. I know the wastegate is not needed but it is definitely wanted. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Did you get the uber rare LGT specific hood splitter for that TMIC? If not, a member (Boxkita) had a run of them made and started a group buy you might be interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ares3985 Posted August 28, 2019 Author Share Posted August 28, 2019 Did you get the uber rare LGT specific hood splitter for that TMIC? If not, a member (Boxkita) had a run of them made and started a group buy you might be interested in. No I did not unfortunately. It’s impossible to find. I saw boxkita version of it. I’m still on the fence about it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRYPTO Posted August 31, 2019 Share Posted August 31, 2019 Where did you get your vf52? I'm looking at upgrading mine also. ebay has reman ihi ones for $400 but always weary of those lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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