San Gabriel Mountains Discussion Forum

cougarmagic · Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 11:02 am Post subject: Subie skid plate question

I want to have something more substantial than the thin layer of plastic that came with my Forester...was looking at this company: http://www.get-primitive.com/

I just want some protection from hitting rocks on dirt roads, since I don't have a ton of clearance.

So, any advice is good...do I really "need" this, does it weigh the car down, create drag, etc. I mean, it's a pretty simple idea and all, but I figured there would be some opinions anyway! Smile

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TacoDelRio · Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 11:21 am Post subject:

An aluminum plate would not weigh much. All that weight would be very low, and would not negatively effect handling.

Go for it. Definitely worth it, and cheaper than an engine replacement. Laughing

cougarmagic · Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 11:41 am Post subject:

Figured I would hear from you! Thanks. Besides, I can go FASTER once I have that...and that's what's important, right?
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edenooch · Joined: 03 Jul 2009 Posts: 363 Location: Eagle rock

trade in for an sti = problem solved....

TacoDelRio · Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 4:29 pm Post subject:

cougarmagic · Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 7:22 pm Post subject:

I went for fuel economy over turbo. Sad

Still, the way this 4cyl goes up hills is great, even without. Certainly an improvement over the Corolla I used to have... Laughing

The only thing I don't like about this car is the AC, which is so weak it's not even funny.
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edenooch · Joined: 03 Jul 2009 Posts: 363 Location: Eagle rock

alli know is the sti is a beast

TacoDelRio · Posted: Sat Oct 24, 2009 2:02 am Post subject:

Maybe the AC just needs a recharge, flush, or something. Cabin air filter might be filled with junk. People rarely fix that problem.

And not all Corollas are equal. Cool

One can still get great mileage with a turbocharged engine, but they have to be disciplined with their feet.

Eric, STi's are lots of fun. Lots of grip, excellent power, and the boxer sounds like an animal. The sensation you get when driving one for the first time is that you're riding some angry loud growling animal digging crampon-like claws into the ground with all four of its feet.

canoeman · Joined: 07 Jul 2009 Posts: 48 Location: Juniper Hills CA

plus they look cool when the car is lying on its roof
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TacoDelRio · Posted: Sat Nov 07, 2009 3:39 am Post subject: Re: skid plates