We're introducing the newest member of the IAG team - Robert, a Subaru veteran with over 20 years in the industry! From building his first Bug Eye in 2002 to owning 70+ Subarus, Robert brings serious expertise to both performance builds and off-road setups.
In this episode we dive into:Robert's journey from Fast & Furious-inspired dealership tech to time attack buildsThe REAL story on sleeved vs closed deck EJ blocks (spoiler: sleeves always drop)Why you should NEVER tow your race car with a Subaru AscentFA24 swaps: Are they worth it in 2025?Early 2000s Subaru tuning with Open Source and Top SpeedTravis Pastrana's sick new Gymkhana Brat at SEMAInternational Subaru scene differences (UK, Australia, Japan)Robert's insane car collection including a carbon-heavy WRX STI time attack carPlus: We're planning a Vegemite taste test, dreaming about Subaru utes, and announcing a future safety equipment episode with the pros from Gingerman Raceway.
Whether you're building your first track car or your fifteenth, this episode is packed with hard-earned knowledge from guys who've been there and broken that.
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Episode 102 of IAG Thursday Thing brings the heat! Dewey and Warranty dive into Subaru’s shocking reveal of two STI concepts — the electric STI E and the gas-powered STI B — and debate whether the brand can still deliver that raw, driver-focused magic.From horsepower speculation to pricing predictions, they unpack everything enthusiasts are buzzing about and what this could mean for Subaru’s future.Then, the guys switch gears to relive their Tale of the Dragon trip — a winding mountain adventure full of high-speed turns, mechanical insights, and emotional moments behind the wheel. Dewey’s BRZ, a Porsche Cayman, and a few suspension tweaks later, they rediscover what makes driving feel alive.Topics include: Subaru STI B & STI E concept breakdown Engine + drivetrain predictions Real talk on performance car pricing Tail of the Dragon trip stories & car setup lessons The emotional connection that makes a car more than just metalBuckle up — this one’s part car talk, part therapy session for Subaru nuts.
The IAG Thursday Thing crew is back—and this episode has everything. Dewey, Dylan, and the team return from a wild weekend at Gridlife’s Pit Race with stories of chaos, competition, and redemption. From mechanical failures and near crashes with an LMP car to a rain-soaked comeback that sealed their fifth win and a new track record, this one’s a ride.The crew dives deep into the drama: technical gremlins, tense on-track moments, and the high of clinching victory under pouring rain. Plus, they give well-deserved love to “Forklift,” the behind-the-scenes hero who keeps the entire operation running.To close things out, they discuss Subaru’s bombshell—two new STI concept cars, one electric and one hybrid—and what it means for the brand’s future.
It’s the 100th episode of the IAG Thursday Thing, recorded live from Grid Life Pitt Race! The crew celebrates the milestone with X Games legend and rallycross driver Bucky Lasek and Nick from Subimods, diving into a full season recap packed with laughs, lessons, and race-day chaos. From power steering nightmares and record-chasing laps to wild Midwest Festival stories and the ever-growing Subaru community, this episode captures the best of grassroots motorsport.The team reflects on what makes Pitt Race such a gem (and why losing it hurts), shares track-day tips, and talks about the balance between festival energy and on-track focus. It’s raw, funny, and full of behind-the-scenes stories from the pits — perfect for anyone who loves racing and the Subaru scene. Topics include:Subaru track and drift buildsGrid Life highlights (CMP, Road Atlanta, Midwest, Road America, Lime Rock, and more)Racing struggles, team camaraderie, and community growthThe future of grassroots motorsport and the fate of Pitt RaceWe will have a video recording we are uploading WITH this on here and YouTube also!
It's that time of year! The temps cool a bit, trees are nice, and were looking to take some nice fall drives. Here are a pile of tips to help you at this time of year!
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THE NEWS!!!! There was a bunch the last few weeks so it needed it's own episode. Listen in, learn some stuff and have a good time doing it!
We did it again! We locked up the 2025 Gridlife Street Mod Championship in grand fashion at Autobahn, an event we weren't even supposed to go to! Let's chat about that and chat about Randy's first time at a Boxerfest event!
Good times!
Ever hear something a tuner or someone who might know a thing or two (or sometimes people that THINK they know a thing or two) and wonder "WTF DOES THAT EVEN MEAN? We today we clear that up! Graham from Boosted Performance Tuning does the community a solid and explains a TON of terms tuners and those with tuning knowledge use and explains them in a way pretty much anyone should understand. This is a great one for beginners and old heads who need a refresh alike.
Let us know if we missed any in the comments!
Wanna go fast in a VB? This is your shop! Nate and the team have went faster and made more power with this platform than anyone! Find out a bit more about him, the shop, and going fast in a VB!
We all know Dylan as "the guy who makes Boogey work". Where did he come from? How did he get into this? What does he think on "X" topic? This one was supposed to be quick and turned into an hour and half of some GREAT questions by our Discord. It's got something in here for everyone!
It's Pirating season! We are well on our way to stealing another ship. Let's unpack everything that happened at Gridlife Circuit Legends at Lime Rock Park this last weekend with Boogey and the other Subarus. It was a great weekend for Subarus overall so you are going to want to listen in on this one for sure!
We all had to "adult" earlier in the day so we get together for an evening chat and honestly, it worked out great!
We mostly chat about what we think the next WRX SHOULD be in our minds.
We also chat about the Company 23 and Kartboy merger!
It's a great one! Let us know what you think!
WE BACK BABY!!! Gridlife Road America was a a massive success. Find out the whole story!
We also have Mary from AWD Tuning on to talk about her first Gridlife experience PLUS how it compares to other events she's been to.
It's a long one, grab a snack or put on cruise control lol!
We have a NORMAL SHOW! Warranty is back! Lot's of stuff to talk about! Producer Jordan even joins in for a bit. All in all great stuff!
We have a LEGEND on the podcast this time! Brian Keene from IWire has helped, along with his team there, COUNTLESS people with swaps and other wiring solutions in Subarus over the past decades. Now they are releasing some REALLY EXCITING products that at the surface level look simple but REALLY could change the way we mess with our cars. We talk about his history, the history of IWire, and where they are going from here. It was a great one!
What happened at Mid Ohio? A LOT. Let's talk about it!
We all know Boogey but do you know where most of the recipe for Boogey came from? Graham and Kim's 2011 STI NASTI is literally the "ying to the yang" in the development of Boogey. The amount of information and resource sharing between these two cars is unreal. Learn about it here!
Gridlife Midwest Festival never ceases to bring the drama and 2015 was no different. We set and epic record...and then make a bad choice and come home with 2nd. The epic highs, the massive lows, all in one weekend.
BONUS! Mary from AWD Tuning joins us to talk about her trip to Wicked Big Meet which happened on the same weekend!
Today, we catch up on topics we have wanted to chat about for a bit. Topics include "What is the "Flat Four Showdown?"" "Travis Pastrana's new Limited rally car and what his motivations are" and a BUNCH more.
Check it out and be sure to leave a comment on Spotify!
This week we cover a topic that is DESPERATLY needed right now. We need to get back to IN PERSON meets. Covid messed it up and it's up to use to bring it back. How do you do that? Easy! Listen to this episode and Dewey dumps a pile of knowledge on how to make it happen!