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Just picked up a 2011 WRX hatch. I noticed the pedals being too slippery almost right away. Figured I just got oil on them from walking around in the dealership

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Old 10-12-2011, 09:02 AM   #166 (permalink)
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Just picked up a 2011 WRX hatch. I noticed the pedals being too slippery almost right away. Figured I just got oil on them from walking around in the dealership parking lot for a while. Guess not.
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Old 10-12-2011, 09:06 AM   #167 (permalink)
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I lightly scuffed mine with some sandpaper and it helped a bit.
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I suppose you could also place some non-slip adhesive strips (the ones they use on exterior stairs), or find some aftermarket stainless steel pedals that have rubber protruding out of the holes.
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SPR Racing metal pedals seem to be popular. Another albeit considered low grade is to tape it up with skateboard grip tape. I'm thinking of doing that.
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Old 10-13-2011, 04:42 PM   #170 (permalink)
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interesting info... yah, i think those tapes will work great but might be too grippy...(?)

i'd do the aftermarket pedals too.
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My brakes are really squeaky just as I'm coming to a stop. Started noticing this after I washed the car three days ago. Doesn't seem to change even after a few applications of the brakes...have you guys noticed this too?
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Old 10-14-2011, 12:31 AM   #172 (permalink)
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Me neither. Maybe check your pads?
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Do WRX and STi have the same Brembo(?) brakes? I've heard Brembo brakes can be noisy in different makes and models. Perhaps I need to put some high temp grease on the backs of the brake pads.
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Only the STi has the Brembos.
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yah the stock pads on my G35C's brembo's were very squeeeeky at low speed/light brake application. Endless pads + BrakeQuiet fixed it permanently.

i'd remove the pads and put some brakequiet on there for starters.... if that fails, try other pads (or get it replaced under warranty).
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day ???? of subaru ownership:

this paint is SH*T.
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day ???? of subaru ownership:

this paint is SH*T.
What happened?
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nothing, just another day of typical daily driver ownership. i need to claybar already to get a bunch of trapped dirt out of the paint.

and i got a rock chip on the front that punched two pieces of paint off. meh.

i'm going to clearbra it this upcoming weekend and protect it from any further damage.

i might swing by a dealership and grab some touchup paint.
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Always a good idea. I went 24" up the hood to include the hood scoop and quarter panels, full front bumper, and mirrors.
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