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Making the New Subaru WRX Better With OEM + Parts!
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Күн бұрынthe 2023 Subaru WRX is not the most appealing-looking car in stock form. But with a little bit of love, they can look pretty good (Yes including the rear end of the car). So our boys over at @rallysportdirect Sent over a plethora of goodies for us to toss on the New Subaru WRX to help make it look 100X better.
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@HeavyMetalWRX Жыл бұрын
"I didn't like the looks at first but that opinion has changed" the Subaru community 1 year after the release of every WRX 🤣
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Happens every time, I fuckin hated the VAs when they came out lol
@HeavyMetalWRX Жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I wrote a whole comment and it deleted 😭 Too many people started hating the WRX early and that mob mentality kicked in. Everyone just heard others say it's ugly and jumped in the band wagon. Now that some bigger names (you, Bader, Kevin vo, some big tuners like JR and Mikey) have one people are like "ok it's not so bad". It's like Nickelback. People hate them just to hate them, yet the music they make is no more mediocre than the rest of the drabble out there. (Except the new album is pretty good, fight me). Also I need help with my car so I might dm you later 🤣🤘
@bretthansen8166 11 ай бұрын
So true. I remember when I bought my 2007 WRX STI Hawkeye new, people called it “pig nose” and bashed it when mechanically it was the best STI. I feel the in the future the VB WRX will be sought after as the chassis and motor improvements are noticeable. An STI transmission swap is going to be popular for these newer models I believe.
@stephencain3467 9 ай бұрын
More like aww look cool it is in Japan not. Here ohh I can buy the jdm parts hmmm maybe I should upgrade
@Maardvark Жыл бұрын
Those DRL fog lights is an underrated mod that I don’t see many people do on their VB. It makes the front look so good and it goes well with the grill since they’re the same color.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
IMO, it is a must-have in the VBs. It makes the front end look 100X better 🔥
@kristian50 Жыл бұрын
people dont put them on because they are $500 lol
@xaviermedina1450 Жыл бұрын
Could someone tell me the RallySportsDirect Part Number for the LED FOG DRLs? Please and thank you
@michaelochoa5171 Жыл бұрын
Love the OEM+ look! Also keep the STI badge. Kinda reminds me of back in the day when people would turbo their n/a Imprezas to make a WRX. Now people are taking the VB WRX and moding it to keep the STI alive no matter what the manufacturer does.
@cogadhturtar8408 6 ай бұрын
If they won’t give us an STI we’ll make them ourselves!
@adamant4 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for what you do Tanner
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Just a dude documenting building some cars 🫡
@foxunfocused Жыл бұрын
You've really opened my eyes on just how much modification you can do to a VB before voiding the powertrain warranty
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
A good amount of stuff ❤😈
@Laborchet Жыл бұрын
All the cosmetic stuff like any other brand new model year car? Someone’s smokin dhat copium
@SuperMuncher47 Жыл бұрын
@@Laborchetnot everyone's a smart ass like you
@robertshockey9473 Жыл бұрын
I think the exhaust finishers would look good painted piano black!
@paulmarsdensr1095 Жыл бұрын
I loved that you put that front STI grill on . Hell yeah. STIs forever.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
🫡🫡
@waybach Жыл бұрын
Shoulda left STI logo on regardless of swap 😍
@benmorris7276 Жыл бұрын
The addition of the exhaust shrouds and sti diffuser really helped make the rear bumper look less like a diaper. And the piano black fog light bezels make the front fascia look super clean. 2023 WRX is really coming along I can't Wait to see where this build is going in the future
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
The small little things are starting to help clean up the look of this thing 🔥🫣
@Soobas Жыл бұрын
sti badge looks sick imo
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
It does look really good 🫣
@matthewwain9958 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, really liking how it looks on the grill. SUCH a shame they never will release an STI version. Even the S4 version would have at least been something.
@bgoutdoors802 Жыл бұрын
I don’t think you realize how helpful your videos are. I own a 4th gen outback but because Subarus are similar in some ways I learned so much from your videos! Keep up the awesome work bro. Love the vids
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that the videos have helped 🥳 one nice thing is that subarus are essentially Legos 😅
@drumbum9963 Жыл бұрын
OEM+ is definitely the way to go with the VB. Looks awesome!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
The subtle changes make such a difference with this thing 🔥🫣
@victorpena6543 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your vids! As VB silver owner your vids are really helping me to turn my VB look even more beautiful but max out all its potential!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Glad they're helping 🥳🥳
@connerrobbins2869 Жыл бұрын
I love that you're turning this into the STi that Subaru should have made!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
We will turn this thing fully into an STI🔥🫣
@SammichtheStout Жыл бұрын
I have pretty much the exact same OEM upgrades on my 22 VB. Fog light bezels, sport grill, all of the microsuede interior trim pieces, STI short throw shifter, etc. They do make the entire care way more livable. I would also think that you might want a CC or AOS. I went with the radium Dual CC kit, worth every penny. Also, a shift stop makes an irrationally large difference in the way the car feels.
@jereo8656 9 ай бұрын
I agree
@Antiorthodoxy Жыл бұрын
I love the OEM options, especially the grill and LED fogs. Before my VB I had a first gen bagged Lexus IS300 that had a bunch of Altezza parts.
@jptothetree Жыл бұрын
I'm honestly shocked at how good this baby is coming together! It's already looking so good, and with stock wheels / tires no less.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Very excited to see how the wheels tie everything together with the VB. These subtle changes have helped a ton!
@alexs_wrex Жыл бұрын
Love the way this is coming out! I want to get a VB in WRB and these are some mods I 100% want to do. Waiting for the 2024 model to come out before pulling the trigger. Keep up the great work!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Hopefully they drop a performance package for the 2024s!
@connori2391 Жыл бұрын
This car can be saved as a whole once an aftermarket bumper comes out that isnt 90% black plastic
@drkangel1134 Жыл бұрын
Take the headlights apart and put switch backs in the drls
@bk3540 Жыл бұрын
You are a magician man! The 23 is looking amazing! Can't wait to blu hanging with it!
@waykool698 Жыл бұрын
Love the new VB series.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Enjoying the VB more and more 🎉
@waykool698 Жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia I got a blue premium a few weeks ago. Making it oem+ too. 👍
@H41STO Жыл бұрын
Yes!!!!!! That front end looks soooooooo good now! That extra bit of piano black just looks so good!
@darrenderousse4804 Жыл бұрын
It’s looking a lot better! The quad tip exhaust will really set the back off! I knew you were going to take the sti badge off haha but if Subaru dropped the ball making a new sti you mine as well show them how it should’ve been done! Keep up the great content! 👍
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Once we get the STI 6 speed in this thing the badge is going back on 🫣 The exhaust will definitely help 🔥
@darrenderousse4804 Жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia the front does look sick with the sti badge 😉 should’ve left it on, F the haters 😂 still love the look of my ‘21 wrx more, but I appreciate the vb now!
@smillman437 Жыл бұрын
It’s in Cobb’s hands.
@trnql_noir Жыл бұрын
Munching on a burrito while watching Smeedia do classic step by step installs. Life is good
@itun1105 Жыл бұрын
Looking good bro!!! Now if you could do something with that Infotainment Center. Got my shirt btw, love it man!!!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear 🥳 I'm sure something will be coming in the after market for it 🫣
@itun1105 Жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia you keep doing all these upgrades, you might actually, just maybe, make me feel a little regretful on the 21 WRX.... Maybe.... Probably not.....Maybe....it's definitely growing on me 🤣
@snoopyalien24 Жыл бұрын
This is my favorite build so far. The simplicity, elegance feels mature. Love it 😍
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
The subtle details make the biggest change 🫣🔥
@Laborchet Жыл бұрын
The “build” is just some dealer option 😅
@xtrekrex Жыл бұрын
Exactly! It’s not overdone!
@stephngibson5517 Жыл бұрын
This video is basically how my year is going lmao I appreciate this video ❤
@BamBoosted Жыл бұрын
Man I appreciate everything you do. Lol I’ve spent so much money on my 2019 Sti because of your videos 😅
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Haha I'm here to help 😅🫡
@nissan1580sx 4 ай бұрын
Having STI badging (even though Subaru is currently not making one) helps keep the brand alive (hopefully Subaru realises that they should make an STI version). Currently they are selling a Rally Spec of the WRX in Australia. I looked at a RS version of the WRX and I liked it (has Alcantara interior and sunroof). Hopefully they still sell this by next year when I am ready to buy.
@eknapp70 Жыл бұрын
I'm sure there's other places but i know TPG tuning near pittsburgh has been tuning these cars for a little while now to great success
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately Cobb does not have supporting software for the 2023s yet and I don't want to use a JB4 😅
@eknapp70 Жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia ahhh I see
@Tree_Cruiser Жыл бұрын
The WRX is comin along man. Lookin good.
@gtlyearsley_84 Жыл бұрын
Hell ya… aesthetics goes a loooong way! One of the best looking VB’s now.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
The little details are what sets things apart 🫣🔥
@gtlyearsley_84 Жыл бұрын
@@Smeediayes and I’m also from Utah, live about 45 min away from RallySport. I’ll more than likely will roll to the event 👍🏼
@jredmartinz Жыл бұрын
2 things, super stoked rallysportdirect is helping the channel, I only buy from them because of that. And I know you don't care about views but damn I remember when 2k views was your highs. Super proud of the progress
@HugoHardinge Жыл бұрын
Really loving the new VBs
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
They've definitely grown on me 🔥🥳
@K-Zoo_Angler Жыл бұрын
That front end looks so much more aggressive! Absolutely 10/10 overall! That ETS will fill it up tastefully in the backside.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
The front end looks appealing now 😅🔥
@jturcios Жыл бұрын
Since you're going the OEM+ route, I'd recommend installing an STI ducktail rear spoiler. It would round off the rear in a nice & agressive way.
@theburritodaddy9384 Жыл бұрын
I agree, these VBs with the spoiler look NICE
@Fackler91 Жыл бұрын
The end of the video was fire with those shots!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
I'll try and incorporate some more like that into the videos 😅
@ELCID612 Жыл бұрын
Im loving these videos, im inspired at this point that after im done leasing my 24 Crosstrek im getting a WRX
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Ohhhhh you'll love the uograde!
@devinmartin3673 Жыл бұрын
I love all these bits except for the rain guards. I don't know why, but I associate rain guards with smokers for some reason.
@mike1207976 Жыл бұрын
To answer your question about why Subaru has an STI emblem, it’s because Japan has STI models. In Japan it’s just a trim option, not a performance thing. We don’t have a WRX, but an S4. S4, Forestors, and Levorgs to name a few all have STI trims. :😊
@damonsara6499 Жыл бұрын
Please look up aeroflow dynamics to fix those plastic trims! They replace all the trim from bumper to bumper! Makes it look so much better proportionally ❤
@supplemtb7167 Жыл бұрын
If they made a gloss black wheel arch that bulged out a bit more it would look perfect
@joshuawilliams639 Жыл бұрын
You need a GTR symbol next. I’m sure people would love that
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Don't tempt me lol
@joshuawilliams639 Жыл бұрын
@@Smeedia JUST DO IT!!!!
@Fackler91 Жыл бұрын
You are hilarious. Talks about doing other mods before performance. Immediately after says under your breath " i can't wait for the cobb access port" 😂😂 great video per usual
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
WE WANT MO POWA 😈
@Fackler91 Жыл бұрын
@Smeedia same. I've never owned a subi by coming from the 90s honda scene. I can relate!
@matthewwain9958 Жыл бұрын
Gotta admit though, the FA24 is a little tame in the WRX in stock form. I will say it is much more refined than an EJ though, and no weird pulling of timing.
@cjbeuro2145 Жыл бұрын
Your just making the sti Subaru should have built. I like the badge since your literally building one. I hope you end up color matching the fender cladding because that still looks the best IMO. Great job so far man!
@vbwrx Жыл бұрын
So useful to get videos coming from you, I thought id basically done everything pre warranty void aside from suspension but these last few videos have shown me that theres a lot left to do lol!
@edgerat Жыл бұрын
dandy upgrades fella, really making it look better
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
🫡🫡🫡
@SLiX-thatguy11m- Жыл бұрын
18:02 the fence and lamp in those two back to back shots look like it has a wing already.
@sawyercrosby3710 Жыл бұрын
Dude let me know when youre in Utah! We have some great canyons to cruise!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
End of August 🫡
@user-kh2ul6ev3j Жыл бұрын
Been liking the VB more and more lately, and you're partly to thank for that! Only thing that'd really hold me back is the lack of the subie rumble from the unequal length headers. Would you ever consider that something you'd want to do to your VB?
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
I would not, I've never been a huge fan of UEL headers 😅 even on all of my EJs I swap them out for ELH. Better reliability, power snd I prefer elh sound 😅
@atumanov55 Жыл бұрын
UEL headers don't go well with a twin scroll turbo, which the VB has. You will hurt your cars performance and take life off of the turbo
@mannik360 Жыл бұрын
It is interesting to hear a comment about there not being an Access Port for the car yet. Really shows the timeline from record to upload. Looking forward to the HP gains later.
@joemeyers4125 Жыл бұрын
Ebay sells some chrome delete emblems for the subaru badges and they make them in carbon fiber aswell that would look good on your wrx I got them on my outback Gloss Black Front Rear Emblem Badge Logo Trim 2PCS For Subaru
@madpacket Жыл бұрын
Front greatly improved!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Looks WAY better with the OEM goodies 😍
@JasonNugent Жыл бұрын
In Japan the STI badge is a trim level, and STI is a performance division of Subaru. We have this hang up about putting the STI logo on WRX cars but you're big in Japan so go for it 😂
@ghosthunner9269 6 ай бұрын
You have made this car look great! Really hoping you add a wing eventually 😉
@reeladventures3196 Жыл бұрын
If you didn’t already know, VB headlights are sealed together with permaseal. You’ll need to use a dremel or even better (less messy), an ultrasonic cutter. They’re not the same as VA headlights, which use a form of butyl. Circuit Demon on YT have a video mentioning this when they modified their old VB shop car headlights. Search for the vid.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Normally I use chemical for permatex with pretty decent results. I haven't tried an ultra sonic cutter but might be an excuse to get one 😅
@stefanvanbraam4378 Жыл бұрын
Need to stop and have a meet and greet in Las Vegas on your trip to Utah.
@4bvenom733 Жыл бұрын
I like how this gen is more bulky wider body than the current onw
@o0oCircleso0o Жыл бұрын
Great video! Wish I had the same luck with my fog light bezel install.😢
@autoalchemist911 Жыл бұрын
I have no problem with any legit STI part on any Subaru. Wear those badges proudly.
@svv_brunorcs1557 Жыл бұрын
The front of the car is incredible, the rear with some worl can look good, like the IAG car, i think it looks sweet af
@Rick4345 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the discount code!! 😃👍🏻My grille is on the way. I hope to get it installed this week.
@depl0rable_scum254 Жыл бұрын
STOP MAKING ME LIKE IT! I DON'T WANT TO LIKE IT, BUT I LIKE IT!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
MWAH HAHAHAHA 😈😈😈
@patrickgarvin2570 Жыл бұрын
You have done more modifications before getting your tags, than some owners do the whole time of ownership. Crazy boy. 👍🤘
@JLWalker101 Жыл бұрын
The dress up mods make it look so much better should have came this way oem
@terranceknighton273 Жыл бұрын
Yo said I'm finna earn the right to put that STi badge back on. I felt that. Can't wait.
@jimvalerio6647 Жыл бұрын
Made my day Tanner love the little details 🙏🏽🙏🏽
@HaoToRaze Жыл бұрын
This build inspires me to actually buy a VB
@djsir901 Жыл бұрын
Looks amazing. I'm getting a VB WRX real soon and I intend to use as much STi branding as I can. It's on us to keep the STi alive for this generation. I plan to build my take on what the VB STi could've been. Any real fan will understand that.
@Blake_Drago Жыл бұрын
I’m really a huge fan of the new S4 grill. Anything oem jdm is a must. I’m the same way with my VA I’ve almost got everything I can find that’s been on Rallysportdirect or SMY. it’s such an addiction
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
The OEM+ parts are so nice, they add a good touch to the cars with literal perfect fitment 🔥🫣
@sl0w.st1 Жыл бұрын
"Love the feeling of the Cobb Knob" that will never leave my mind XD. Love you Tanner make me strive for my dreams.
@Holtenstein Жыл бұрын
I noticed the OEM grill has a spot for a front-facing camera too. After having a Wilderness model for almost a year, it really does change how I park the car. It would be a cool mod to do. Also, I think a Digital mirror with a rearview and dash camera would help with the blindspots too.
@Holtenstein Жыл бұрын
Another cool mod, getting a 5th Wheel and ditching the inflation BS that it comes with
@streamingvideo6654 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful setup!
@jacobstephens8447 Жыл бұрын
Feathers were ruffled xD its looking betterish. Can't wait for the EG bro
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Dude for real 😂
@Soobas Жыл бұрын
i love a good cobb knob
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Who dosent like holding a good Cobb knob 🫣
@Biotired Жыл бұрын
Such enjoyable VB content! Thank you🙏 I’ve ordered coil overs for my VB, I’m a little nervous to install, but I’m going to go for it!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Which brand did you end up getting? Super easy install, nothing to stress 🫡
@Biotired Жыл бұрын
BC Racing Br Coilovers🙌
@Humanimal117 Жыл бұрын
STI badge is cool. Wish they actually made one. 😢
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
We will make one ❤
@andrewstubbs9951 Жыл бұрын
Guilty confession, i was definitely part of the hating crowd when these first came out, but between seeing the Aeroflow guys completely overhauling theirs, and you keeping it clean and simple, I very well may end up trading in my 05 for this 😍
@NeverB_Gameover Жыл бұрын
I think if those metal exhaust shrouds were painted gloss black they would look even better and bring some symmetry to the car as the front fog light area is now gloss black too.
@isaacherrera6425 7 ай бұрын
Alcantera ultraswade arm rest looks clean asf wayyy better then leather in my opinion for some parts 🌶️🌶️
@RobertBrown-xr5wk Жыл бұрын
Those fog light bezels are 🔥
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Significantly helps the front end 🔥
@matthewmaki1853 Жыл бұрын
You need to put the rear spats back on to really complete the look. Also the exhaust finishers should be piano black!
@isaacherrera6425 7 ай бұрын
“ we’re not gonna read instructions because I can’t read Japanese anyways so we’ll figure it out” 😂
@gaivoron Жыл бұрын
Amber drl looks so sick imo.
@brannudes Жыл бұрын
Coming along beautifully!
@isaacherrera6425 7 ай бұрын
Regamaster wheels from an Rx7 would be dope. 🔥
@lukasgray8955 Жыл бұрын
Are you going to do a mini car meet in UT? I'll show up
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Yessir 🫡
@670cars8 Жыл бұрын
If you ever buy another GD there’s a company called zealous interiors that makes a suede armrest, I have a gd with it and a gr sti with a factory one to compare it to, pretty good quality👍
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Will definitely keep that in mind 🫣🫡
@jessebudelman Жыл бұрын
That arm rest is hella baller.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Adds a nice touch to the interior 👌
@jessebudelman Жыл бұрын
So weird that that sti is now just an appearance package.
@ear3800 Жыл бұрын
You should do the clutch line, shift bushing and stopper with The clutch sprint from mtec
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Got a good assortment route 🔥
@rustymunns2397 Жыл бұрын
VB is looking good man! It's the little things that add up. I'm slowly starting to like them, though that back end is another story. Hope you are able to bring the FD in August!
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Got some ideas for the back, but she's getting there 😅 hoping I'll be able to Bring down the FD 🫣🔥
@xubious Жыл бұрын
I don’t know manuals or how to fix a car but you make me want to buy a wrx and throw a bunch of money at it
@xubious Жыл бұрын
I think I’ll stick to a cheap manual focus to learn on and eventually get a subie
@dogdog4173 Жыл бұрын
The RX7 loooking gweeed tho 🔥👍🏽
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Yessssssir 😍
@chrisschuster6451 Жыл бұрын
Upon further inspection it appears I got the '07 6MT with the oil pump. Also after 3 months finally installed the JDM style 3D carbon fiber grill for the GC from a friend in Brazil. Definitely w 19:27 ant to see the GC build
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
It'll be coming up once I get the STI sorted 🔥 07 trans is one of the most desirable one for gearing 🫣
@lordstannerng4447 Жыл бұрын
Looks way better imo
@d3lan011 Жыл бұрын
STI is a trim level in Japan. That's the reason for the STI logo on the grille. I feel w/ them killing the STI model in the states, they're going to go this route here moving forward.
@cd5sircoupe Жыл бұрын
Ok, now this is finally some oem+ worthy stuff.
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
Actual OEM goodness 🔥
@cryxbaby2250 Жыл бұрын
Daaang you making me like this car
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
😈😈😈
@kevind_53 Жыл бұрын
The biggest difference is in the small details.🚗💥💨🔥👌
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
All the little things add up 👌
@ShocksBocks Жыл бұрын
Ngl, still not sure of the VB's design (kinda looks like a sqished carolla with a hoodscoop) but youre really starting to convince me on it. The rear end especially is starting to look a lot better, with that weird but cool over the top sports look the wrx is kinda known for. Super excited to see how it comes put and what its capible of
@Smeedia Жыл бұрын
In stock form these things DO NOT look good. But with some subtle changes I feel like its getting there 😈
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