IAG Performance Thursday Thing!

GET READY TO FEEL OLD! The Gen Z Subaru Enthusiast has been an enigma to lots of this industry. What makes them tick? What influenced them? How did they end up in cars that in many cases are older than they are? We have 4 Gen Z Subaru enthusiasts on, all with different cars from different backgrounds, and different influences and what they have to say on a lot of these topics might REALLY surprise you!

Well..."you can't win em all" they say. That hasn't stopped us though. Boogey picked up a bunch of extra jam and Dewey wasn't ready lol. Hear the tale and some good Q&A at the end!

Warranty is back so we gotta catch up on all the Subaru news...and some! There is something for everyone in this episode! Mt Washington, Subaru financing, The Fast and the Furious, and more!

Nick is back and were talking about the Subimods Subaru Corral, how his voyage into Time Attack is going, and we do a list of our Top 5 favorite Subaru Time Attack cars ever (where I go on a massive tangent and name a TON more).Good times!!!

3 ships in 4 years and our 9th win in a row ain't a bad end to the weekend but fate did everything it could to fight us on this one folks! This was NOT a walk in the park. Just getting there was hell LOL. Gather around while we tell you a tale about Gridlife Summer Apex at Watkins Glen 2026!

Ever dream about going to Goodwood Festival of Speed? Well Randy said "dreaming isn't enough" and did it for real! Hear all about it from the lens of a true Subaru enthusiest!

Mike...I mean Mark, is back having just recently went on a trip with Tanner from Smeedia (who also drops in to say "Hi" this podcast) to right the wrong that Donut did in their "Hi/Lo" series with WRXs by helping them swap "Hi car" into a GF wagon! Good times overall!

Nothing says "Freedom" more than being able to talk about whatever you want! It's the return of "Ask Dewey" where we talk about all sorts of topics ranging from "totally nonsense" to "highly informative". We also have a guest who FINALLY listed and had some great results due to it! CHECK IT OUT!

Remember when the news was all doom and gloom from Subaru? Those days are GONE. We can't even keep up with all the insanity coming out of the brand these days! Are we about to come into a whole new golden era for being a Subaru enthusiast? Let us know in the comments!

That was a WILD couple of weeks! Wicked Big Meet and Gridlife Midwest Fest, what might be the biggest two events we do this year, all within a week of each other! There is a LOT in this episode so grab a snack! Be sure to leave a comment!

Do you need a K swap to go fast in a 1st gen BRZ? No. Jerami Bailey is proving it. Dewey and Jerami talk about swapping the car, what it takes to get it competitive in Gridlife Club TR, and walk down memory lane a bit.

Times is tough. This week we talk about options you have as an enthusiast to scratch that itch while still pinching pennies. Then in the end we go off on all sorts of things in the end. Dewey gets pretty heated on modern Subaru sizing lol.

WARRANTY IS BACK!!! We catch up on all the news from the past few months including Subaru's new love and success in their racing programs, CAFE standards and how they totally screw us, and a pile of other topics! Let's go!!!!

The Gridlife season is starting off positive to say the least. We talk about all things Team Boogeyman and Gridlife Road America. Hint...it went pretty dang great!Also we chat about an alarming amount of OEM 2.5L cranks failing as of late. What is does Dewey think? Should you be alarmed?

Rallysport Direct was once THE FIRST spot you would check for your Subaru parts. Over the past years a lot has changed though. Now though, new owners have came in, hired enthusiasts like their new COO Jeff Foster and they are relaunching the once great brand. We dig into the plan, what worked back in the day and what needs to happen to bring it back to it's former glory!

Gridlife CMP was insane! Find out how all the new goodies and changes to the car equated to Boogey going faster than we ever thought possible!

We have a pile of short topics in this one plus where Boogey sits one week out of Gridlife Round 1 at CMP! Come catch up with us!

Steve Kaminski from XClutch joins us to talk about clutches, the industry as a whole, and figuring out what clutch you need...and what you don't. There is also some good car guy life lessons in here and just good vibes. This one was kind of all over the place but there is a LOT of great info in here!

This one went all over but that makes it fun. Topics include "how do you become an IAG Certified Engine Installer?" "What are your other hobbies?" "Most fun car you have owned?" and "What is the best path for tuning your suspension on the car". ALL THIS AND MUCH MORE! (Seriously we went all over)

Dewey and Warranty have a great discussion about media that pushed them into the Subaru community. Lot's of talk of Gran Turismo, Best Motoring, WRC rally on Speed channel, and a bunch of other stuff. Fun episode and a total nostalgia trip.

Being real...I'm super bummed we lost half this episode. It got good but we did save the explanation of what ACTUALLY happened and why at least Dewey thinks this is a good thing. It unfortunately cuts off mid conversation as we had not one, but TWO massive technical failures (both of which have been rectified and will not happen again) causing us to lose the last half of what was an absolute BANGER.Sorry folks. Can't win em all I guess.

We live in a new age. Today (the day of recording) a low mileage 04 STI sold for $107k miles. Why? Well the answer is easy...and not lol. Let us know what you think in the comment!

Look, we all love JDM parts. Forbidden little tidbits of goodness that we never got there in North America. Max though...this man is on a TOTALLY different level. His collection is like nothing I have ever seen. My words will not do this justice. Meet the guy behind it, what drives him, his hardest parts to get, and crazy stories about saving parts from certain doom and throwing 3/4 of something in the garbage for one piece.

Subaru's profits are down, Warranties bro bought a Civic Si, Used car prices are skyrocketing, and all sorts of other discussion.It's not all that bad though. Check it out!

Warranty's Birthday means we get to do his favorite thing, talk about all sorts of news! A little something for everyone.

Dewey and Jordan talk about the crazy trip the took to Oregon to pick up Dewey's new car. Why all the way to Oregon? Why this car? Why do it in the middle of the worst snowstorm the country has seen in years? What is a "Ghost Truck? All these answers and more this episode.

Warranty and Dewey put on their tinfoil hats and look at the timeline of when things were announced to who and what was changed at Subaru in hopes of making sense of everything. This plays right into what we think 2026 will be. What do you think?

It's awards season and we aren't above having an awards show for a good laugh. We look back on the year and hand out a host of awards for all sorts of stuff, some semi serious...most totally not LOL. Let us know what you think of our choices!

Dewey can't stop talking about his upcoming Bug Eye WRX purchase and his vision for a new content series about actually DOING things with your car. Plus, we pay tribute to Joe Sanguinetti, an OG RS25.com community member who recently passed. The crew gets into a heated (but agreeable?) debate about what Subaru needs to do with the next STI - should it be raw and dangerous or refined and comfortable? Warranty schools us on camping at Laguna Seca, shows off his bike collection, and we answer a tech question about IAG oil system components. All this on the day before Christmas!

Dewey sits down with NASA TT veteran Max Gourley to discuss his journey from Cobalt SS to STI track car, the viral Lime Rock crash, NASA TT2 competition, and his new FA24-swapped BRZ build. Plus: the NASIOC Member Number Showdown!

Fresh from the PRI Show in Indianapolis, the crew records from a hotel room to break down their PRI weekend. Topics include GridLife's explosive growth (90,000 tickets sold!), sponsor meetings with Garrett, Fuel Lab, Cobb, and more, plus an in-depth interview with Jeremy Bailey about Club TR weight reduction strategies. The team discusses the future of Subaru resto-modding, IWire's revolutionary DCCD controller, and the importance of maintaining industry relationships. Special guest Producer Jordan and Warranty join for stories about walking 17,000+ steps daily, surviving Indiana snow, and yes... Warranty's first strip club experience.

Dewey and Jordan have chat about how to build with purpose and get the most out of your efforts. Also new projects, new stuff coming down the pipe, special guest, questions in the chat and MUCH MORE! Drop us a comment!

In this special Thanksgiving episode, the crew dives into Subaru's legendary Gymkhana builds—from Ken Block's iconic cars to Travis Pastrana's wild new BRAT. Are these extreme Vermont Sports Car creations still relatable to everyday enthusiasts, or have they become pure spectacle? Dewey even brings in his 6-year-old son Oliver for his expert take on what makes these builds cool!The conversation shifts to celebrating a championship-winning season, with heartfelt shout-outs to the sponsors, tuners, and unsung heroes who made it possible. Jordan shares updates on his Emtron build, Warranty talks suspension setup and winter tires, and the team reflects on what they're most thankful for this year.Plus: Black Friday sale hints, team dynamics, and why chasing experiences beats chasing power/mods every time.

The full story behind our 2025 Grid Life Street Mod Championship season. After the struggles of 2024, we came back with a vengeance - 8 events, 5 straight wins, 7 lap records, and the most reliable car in Street Mod.In this extended season recap, Dewey, Dylan, Graham (Boosted Performance Tuning), and Forklift break down everything that happened behind the scenes: building our first sequential transmission, solving the turbo issues at Road Atlanta, the data analysis systems that changed everything, and that incredible rain-soaked victory at Pitt Race.Topics covered:Sequential transmission development and tuning challengesEvery event breakdown from CMP to Pitt RaceTechnical upgrades: suspension geometry, power steering, front diffThe criticism we faced and how we proved everyone wrongBehind-the-scenes logistics and team dynamicsOur systematic approach to data analysis and driver feedbackPlans for 2026: electronic wastegate, motorsport ABS, and morePlus: Terrible steak dinners in castles with Bucky Lasek, windshield explosions, trailer disasters, and why 38°F is the perfect temperature for Pitt Race.This isn't just about winning - it's about the work, the team, and the process that made it possible.#GridLife #TimeAttack #StreetMod #Subaru #Championship #Motorsports

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.Got questions? Hit us up at [email protected]

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!Also if you want to name the cat COMMENTS HERE!!! Any other submissions will be ignored!!!

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!