High-Performance Subaru Builder's Guide

by Jeffrey Zurschmeide

Now more than ever, Subaru fanatics have a wealth of factory and aftermarket performance upgrades at their disposal. In High-Performance Subaru Builder's Guide, author Jeff Zurschmeide explains in detail the similarities and differences between the Subaru models, and describes how to modify each for performance on the street and at the track. He uses over 300 color photos to show you how to modify your Impreza, Legacy, WRX, or STI for improved acceleration, handling, braking, and style. The book provides detailed chapters explaining how to modify the intake, exhaust, turbocharger, and computer systems for more horsepower and torque--plus info on upgrading your drivetrain to handle all that power. If taking corners is your thing, you'll find chapters on the suspension, steering, chassis, brakes, and wheels and tires. A special chapter even shows you how to get started in your favorite type of racing, including examples of successful racers and their cars.

144 pages, Paperback

First published August 15, 2007

Reviews

[Bradhernandez · Rating 4 out of 5]

excellent book that covers all the basics for all models. I learned a lot about my car, specifically how the internals work. A lot of things get glossed over in the car modifying experience these days with things like car forums and magazines. This book dials everything back a step and examines the importance of the understanding the fundamentals of car knowledge and then explains how to properly modify a Subaru. Also contains chapters on different kinds of racing (rally, autocross, timeattack etc)and examples of other Subaru car builds. Includes photos, several aftermarket car part reviews and chassis/engine codes/factory specs from about 1990 - 2008 on most Subarus

[Geoffrey Escandon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great overview on the impact of auto components on performance, and intro to customizing the subaru.