iWire Turn Key 818 Harness for R and S Models

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Check out our interactive customer map! (http://www.iwireservices.com/iwire-swap-map)

ECU Plates are finally in. Comes standard with V4 harnesses. iWire V1-3 customers can purchase them for $65 plus shipping, non iWire harness customers for $100 plus shipping.
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V4 manual completed and up for anyone to check out how simple the install is.
Non Drive by Wire Engine Install Manual (http://media.wix.com/ugd/39dc8e_a7de8befea9e4372bef091333178f687.pdf)
Drive by Wire Engine Install Manual (http://media.wix.com/ugd/39dc8e_73f0f0d24c8647a99efe94565704d402.pdf)

We're now shipping V4.0 harnesses that have been updated for a better fit, upgraded materials, and an ECU box to protect for the elements. In addition we're now a Cobb Tuning authorized dealer so make sure to grab an Accessport with your build!


For those who are looking at having us build you a harness, the sooner you get a hold of us the better we can fit into your project timeline. We have streamlined our process while still giving you the ability to customize to suit your needs and with that you can now expect approximately 4-6 week wait. If you need a specific time frame please let us know.

The goal of the kit was to build a high end race spec harness that is completely plug and play, built from scratch using bits from your Subaru harness, and customized to individual specifications. The end result is a turn key harness that can be for any type of build from the simple to the complex. Our main focus was to turn a wiring process into a mechanical one. All you need to do is to run the harness, sand a couple spots for grounds, bolt it down, and hook up the battery. Assuming the mechanical is ready to go, it should only be a couple hours of work before you'll be able to rip the car down the street.

Includes:
All Kits come with 3 fuse boxes with accessory, key on, and constant power and all basic equipment from engine to headlights, taillights, cluster, turn signals, etc.
ECU box for mounting and protection from heat/moisture


$65 Mounting hardware

Adhesive or screw in tab with heavy duty zip tie
Self-fusing rubber tape to eliminate any vibration between the harness and clamps


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Options Include:

Cruise Control
ABS
Daytime Running Lights
Power Mirrors
Many more, just ask!


Pictures of completed R and S harnesses can be found here -

126 Justin S. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 #1181 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2269306489766267&__tn__=-UC-R)
125 Ian P. JDM V7 Powered 818 #1178 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2261930987170484)
124 Terry B. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 #1177 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2261936373836612)
123 Johannes E. 06 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2159891044041146)
122 Lawson S. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2150490018314582)
121 Christopher E. 06/07 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2143931372303780)
120 Bill S. 06/07 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2105417062821878)
119 Devin P. 2005 STi Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2088923057804612)
118 Mike B. 2005 WRX Powered (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2065503230146595)
117 Kent S. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2039432972753621)
116 AllPro Subaru 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2029667083730210&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARCzO78lPCcCXw6gE8H-vzDPa0_TcaxJ2smsVy9h42mu0ANpk0e7BEGuSbjbSpYOrgwhQ3 9hLn-Bc4cerBCYDonoami3ZxDrbkntjB-wjBdy7WWgNbSuBGs34uHSUiywIq5UbiM&__tn__=-UC-R)
115 Erick C. 06/07 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2010565375640381)
114 Jason F. 06 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1990918730938379)
113 TJ K. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1978228235540762)
112 Kozmic Motorsports STi Powered 818 Race Harness (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1964945906868995)
111 Jay S. 06 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1953922504638002)
110 Ben B. 06 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1915097568520496)
109 Joel B. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1876818455681741)
108 Barry R. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1848968968466690)
107 Wendell H. 06/07 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1830741826956071)
106 Keith C. 06/07 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1796876790342575)
105 BC H. BC H. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1757001450996776)
104 Glenn R. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1753941251302796)
103 Jeff B. JDM GD STi Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1704590069571248)
102 Craig R 2.0 WRX Powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1668194073210848)
101 Tommy T. 06 NA powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1640188702678052)



V4.0 Harness Pictures
Where you see empty looped wire, keep in mind they are extras added in by customer request for auxiliary power, ground, and signal wires to run fans/gauges/lights/etc.

Combined Full Harness
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4241/35800474826_f07ca50b37_c.jpg

ECU to Engine Section
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4282/35800483076_a31e2d40f3_b.jpg

Front Harness Section
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4289/35452921690_50a70f1ba7_h.jpg

Rear Harness Section
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4216/35452931030_95df7e420f_h.jpg

Alternator - Battery - Circuit Breaker - Ground Strap
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4236/35671992402_4de3889e3f_b.jpg

ABS Sub Harness
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4265/35672001462_55a9670626_b.jpg

Detail Shot with Adhesive Lined Shrink Tube to seal, add strain relief, and clamp the split sleeve
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4254/35800527576_b130ef6ee6_b.jpg

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Harness will come with heat and moisture resistant cover to protect the ECU. Please excuse the prototype, the final product will be much nicer looking and fitting as well as have a layer of heat reflective material and weatherstripping to seal and eliminate vibrations and noise.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4254/35001000384_d1495e302e_b.jpg


Main Dash Section with Fuel Pump Controller and Fuseboxes
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4257/35001008844_3c63019476_b.jpg


Hood/trunk light Switch, and OBD2 Port. We can provide a Cobb AP with your purchase for diagnostics and tuning. For R models, you can choose to run an aftermarket wiper switch and an all inclusive motorcycle switch in place of the factory wiper and lighting stalks.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4258/35708988881_af1765c3ac_b.jpg

Options for switch panels and switches to be mounted in the dash are available.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4280/35709003061_d83c79fc46_b.jpg


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Customer Comments:

To see all of our reviews click here (http://www.iwireservices.com/818-harness-reviews)!


Huge compliment from Jim B. #054 (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153481670441242&set=o.115786161784988&type=3&theater)

"Plugged in the wires, turned on the key. Started right up.
Doesn't get any better than that.
Thanks for your help."

"Cant wait to get it. I do believe this is the way to go. I've wasted enough time trying to get my harness to fit. Thanks for offering this service!!"

"Yeah, (dieting the OEM harness) was a lot of time and work and in the end, it's a hacked up harness. I could probably...maybe...make my own (harness) from scratch, but I don't have time or desire too. Dan really encouraged me to go your route after getting his."

"I will say that I spent about 30 minutes laying out the harness on the floor then about 2 hours routing it in the car and the car started.
VS
2 months of wire diet, money for more wire, money for tape, money for burn ointment, and an unspecified amount of frustration with Subaru wiring and their color code. When I do this again, your harness will be in the budget from the beginning."

"I just started laying my iWire harness in this weekend. I was reminded of the workmanship and couldn't help but think to myself that I was happy to have shelled out the coin for such a nice product."

Check us out at www.iwireservices.com (http://www.iwireservices.com)
https://www.facebook.com/IWire-Wiring-Services-115786161784988/
949-510-8278
iWiresales@gmail.com

[iWire]

Oh and come say hi and check out Brando's car this Saturday at the Huntington Beach meet! :D

Build list continued:
079 John M. 07 WRX Powered 818 with Cobb 818 package, seat heaters, power windows, stereo, USB, test mode switch, mounting hardware, heater, map light, cruise control, master disconnect, hood and trunk light (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1300930456603880)
078 Michael M. 06 WRX Powered 818 with seat heaters, USB, AC, fog lights, map light, and Cobb 818 Package (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1294952420535017)
077 Tom F/ECS 06 WRX Powered 818 with with Cruise Control, Seat Heaters, Heater, AWIC, and Mounting Kit (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/ms.c.eJxFy8ENADEIA8GOTsYETPpv7KSgkO9o16iiLyJiwcTPL pDI8j3ALvCgSh7wC86zUANxlniQDTmgXvgDMRcbGw~-~-.bps.a.1278234128873513.1073742386.115786161784988/1278234205540172/?type=3&theater)
076 Dave L. 06 STi Powered 818 with master disconnect, Cobb accessport, IC water spray, AWIC, transponder and front and rear interior lights #745 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1265166073513652)
075 Adam H. 2.0 WRX Powered 818C with Racepak Street Dash, power windows, fog lights, AWIC, transponder, and AC (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/a.1251616391535287.1073742374.115786161784988/1251616511535275/?type=3&theater)
074 Cliff W. 2.0 WRX Powered 818C with Cobb AP, power mirrors, power windows, master disconnect, heater, fog lights, and stereo (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/a.1243862058977387.1073742372.115786161784988/1243862145644045/?type=3&theater)
073 Larry B. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 with with push button start, power windows, COBB accessport, cruise control, stereo, USB, and heater (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/a.1232518276778432.1073742366.115786161784988/1232518476778412/?type=3&theater)

072 John H. 02 RS Powered 818 with cruise, USB, stereo, and heater (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1224481180915475)
071 Paul T. 06 WRX Powered 818C with every option you can think of! (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1209780789052181)
070 Wilfred R. 06 WRX Powered 818 - No frills added on this one (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1207345582629035)
069 Joe B. JDM GD STi Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1196625627034364)
068 Jim and Ralph V. 07 WRX Powered 818S with Cobb AP (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1190046984358895)
067 Andrew P. 03 RS to 818S - Very simple and straight forward harness. (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1180695401960720)
066 Ben S. 04 WRX Powered 818S with Power Windows, ABS, Power Mirrors, and Fog Lights (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1178132575550336)

Build list part 2 (http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?14114-iWire-Turn-Key-818-Harness-for-R-and-S-Models&p=149685&viewfull=1#post149685)
Build list part 3 (http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?14114-iWire-Turn-Key-818-Harness-for-R-and-S-Models&p=149744&viewfull=1#post149744)
065 Joe K 2.0 WRX Powered 818C With COBB Tuning Accessport, mounting hardware, cruise control, power rear view mirrors, fog lights, and power windows. (https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1170925359604391)064 John G. 06 WRX powered 818C with power windows, stereo, front and rear lights, and iWire Cobb 818 Package
(https://www.facebook.com/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1162713730425554)063 Mike Q. 2.0 WRX Powered 818C with power windows, power mirrors, map light, and our iWire Cobb 818 Package that includes AP, intake, and 3 port BCS (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1158410477522546.1073742316.115786161784988&type=3)

062 Stephen C. 2.0 WRX Powered 818C with ABS and Racelogic Traction Control (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1151080531588874.1073742310.115786161784988&type=3)
061 Robert G #2 2.0 WRX Powered 818C (https://www.facebook.com/115786161784988/photos/a.176066352423635.39283.115786161784988/1142234469140147/?type=3&theater)
060 Factory Five Build School at Mott College 06 WRX Powered 818C (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1139509446079316.1073742301.115786161784988&type=3)
059 Ray P. 07 WRX Powered 818R Update to V4 (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1130474686982792.1073742293.115786161784988&type=3)
058 Mike B. 06 WRX Powered 818S with OEM day time running lights and setup for power windows (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1126072810756313.1073742291.115786161784988&type=3)
057 Alex M. 06 WRX Powered 818C with power windows, traction control, fog lights, and master disconnect (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1111628938867367.1073742282.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=9)
056 Brian B. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S with power mirrors, cruise control, and seat heaeters (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1099271360103125.1073742273.115786161784988&type=3)
055 Jason W. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S with seat heaters and Cobb Accessport (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1090167977680130.1073742266.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=9)
054 Jim B. 07 WRX Powered 818S w/Cruise and Cobb Accessport (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1083512781678983.1073742260.115786161784988&type=3)
053 David B. 06 WRX Powered 818S - Updated V4 harness with ABS, cruise, individual switches for a master, ignition, and Aux switches (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1076578062372455.1073742257.115786161784988&type=3)
052 Mark H. 2.0 WRX Powered 818C with power windows, cruise, usb, stereo, heater, fog lights (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1059839240713004.1073742245.115786161784988&type=3)
051 Chris W. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1052469191450009.1073742237.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=8)
050 Gary C. #2 V7 STi Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1048581408505454.1073742234.115786161784988&type=3)

[Xusia]

Hi Brian,

You indicated this was for an "R" model, but many of the things you listed as being supported would be needed only for street models. Is that to say this would also work in an 818S?

[metalmaker12]

OK, worth every penny!!!, nice job man. maybe when I get it all apart for paint I will consider this option

[iWire]

Hi Brian,

You indicated this was for an "R" model, but many of the things you listed as being supported would be needed only for street models. Is that to say this would also work in an 818S?

Just wanted to update this post. Yes, this is correct. Absolutely this harness would work in an S.
Sound great Metalmaker12!

Build List Continued!
049 Josh H. 2.0 WRX Powered 818R with Switch Panel w/2 aux switches (one to power an AIM dash) and master shutoff. (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1042799072417021.1073742229.115786161784988&type=3)
048 Brian B (Brian B 36) Second Build for his 06 STi Powered 818S with added 3rd box for Accessory Power, Power Windows, Cruise, Heater, Stereo (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1039535042743424.1073742225.115786161784988&type=3)
047 Zero Decibel Motorsports (Mechie3) 06 WRX Powered 818S with Cruise, Seat Heaters, AWIC, Stereo, USB (https://www.facebook.com/IWire-Wiring-Services-115786161784988/)
046 Stephen V. (Svanlare) 07 WRX Powered 818S with cruise, seat heaters, power mirrors, Traqmate leads, and kill switch (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1028746697155592.1073742216.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=9)
045 Len S. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1024706024226326.1073742213.115786161784988&type=3)
044 Alan L 2.0 WRX Powered 818S with power windows for hardtop (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1021262337904028.1073742209.115786161784988&type=3)
043 Mike A. 06 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1015677841795811.1073742206.115786161784988&type=3)
042 Joe A. JDM V7 STi Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1011980922165503.1073742203.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=6)
041 Davis K. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1007742969255965.1073742200.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=4)
040 John F. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1004113022952293.1073742196.115786161784988&type=3)
039 Rob M. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S with cruise control (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1000316976665231.1073742194.115786161784988&type=3)
038 David C. from Australia RHD 06 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.994412517255677.1073742191.115786161784988&type=3)
037 Patrick S. 06 WRX Powered 818S V3.0 fully modular harness (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.990530820977180.1073742186.115786161784988&type=3)
036 Peter M. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S V2.5 w/modular rear harness (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.987059904657605.1073742181.115786161784988&type=3)
035 Ethan H. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.982093418487587.1073742176.115786161784988&type=3)
034 Zsports Midwest 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.977892408907688.1073742171.115786161784988&type=3)
033 Mike S. (Chedda) 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.972753369421592.1073742166.115786161784988&type=1)
032 Travis H. 2.0 WRX Powered 818s - Harness V2.0 with modular body and engine harness
(https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.968988406464755.1073742161.115786161784988&type=3)031 Steve G. 04 STi Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.965583486805247.1073742157.115786161784988&type=3)
030 Gregg C 06 WRX Powered 818S with RaceLogic Traction Control (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.961033107260285.1073742150.115786161784988&type=3)
029 Justin S 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.957547194275543.1073742145.115786161784988&type=3)
028 Neil G. 03 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.945715958792000.1073742141.115786161784988&type=1)
027 Brian H. 05 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.941588292538100.1073742136.115786161784988&type=1)
026 Noah B. 03 WRX Powered 818S with new gas tank and firewall (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.935525316477731.1073742130.115786161784988&type=3)
025 Prime Performance JDM STi Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.930464160317180.1073742125.115786161784988&type=3)
024 Dan M. 05 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.925013167528946.1073742120.115786161784988&type=3)
023 Jim B. 05 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.920095844687345.1073742112.115786161784988&type=1)
022 Lee H. 06 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.916320585064871.1073742108.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=10)
021 Mitch W. 2.0 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.913864581977138.1073742103.115786161784988&type=1)
020 Ray P. 07 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.909316555765274.1073742098.115786161784988&type=1)
019 Simeon B. 06 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.901981749832088.1073742093.115786161784988&type=3)
018 Ivan F. 06 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.896713383692258.1073742088.115786161784988&type=3)
017 Tom M. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.885399078157022.1073742081.115786161784988&type=3)
016 Ron A 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.885399078157022.1073742081.115786161784988&type=3)
015 Tim M. 07 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.870904669606463.1073742073.115786161784988&type=1)
014 Brian B 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.860488257314771.1073742068.115786161784988&type=3)
013 Lee and Robert G. 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.855170581179872.1073742064.115786161784988&type=3)
012 Dave W. 06 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.850923864937877.1073742060.115786161784988&type=3)
011 Criag's 06 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.843475952349335.1073742056.115786161784988&type=3)
010 Doug's 06 WRX Powered 818S with Remote and Push Button Start (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.832966350066962.1073742053.115786161784988&type=3)
009 Gary's V5 STi Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.828479257182338.1073742049.115786161784988&type=3)
008 John's 2.0 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.821112044585726.1073742041.115786161784988&type=3)
007 Jason's 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.815028765194054.1073742039.115786161784988&type=3)
006 Six Star Car's 2.0 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.808638262499771.1073742033.115786161784988&type=3)
005 Christian's 2.0 WRX Powered 818S (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.790953567601574.1073742017.115786161784988&type=3)
004 Rick's 06 WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.776566119040319.1073742003.115786161784988&type=3)
003 Chad's 06 WRX powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.768532306510367.1073741996.115786161784988&type=3)
002 Anthony's JDM STi Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.728622010501397.1073741969.115786161784988&type=3)
001 Brandon's JDM WRX Powered 818R (https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.717659204931011.1073741960.115786161784988&type=3)

[C.Plavan]

Hey Brian- I wont need the trunk lights, ebrake stuff, or wiper on mine :) Looking good! BTW- you should get it tomorrow.

[FFRSpec72]

Hey Brian- I wont need the trunk lights, ebrake stuff, or wiper on mine :) Looking good! BTW- you should get it tomorrow.

Plan for the future, be aggressive, think bold

[FFRSpec72]

Hi Brian,

You indicated this was for an "R" model, but many of the things you listed as being supported would be needed only for street models. Is that to say this would also work in an 818S?

I plan to license my "R" like I have done my Challenge car so I need the basic street items for inspection.

[iWire]

Hey Brian- I wont need the trunk lights, ebrake stuff, or wiper on mine :) Looking good! BTW- you should get it tomorrow.


Plan for the future, be aggressive, think bold

Haha! I think we he is trying to say is that's it's not big deal to have those provisions in there so you can use them later if you decide you need them.

100 Joseph B. 07 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, ABS, ground effect lighting, dome light, interior lighting, battery disconnect switch, and Cobb Accessport (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1603092296387693)
099 Calvin D. 07 WRX Powered 818 with Cruise Control, USB Port, iWire Mounting Hardware, and iWire T-Shirt (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1580656328631290)
098 Anthony N. V2 JDM STi powered 818 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1572185796145010)
097 Grant E. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, accessory power, cruise control, master disconnect, and USB power socket (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1537333339630256)
096 Michael I. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 with economy battery disconnect and USB port (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1528317823865141)
095 Jason S. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, fog light, longacre switch panel, USB, Longacre battery disconnect, and iWire mounting hardware (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1520602804636643)
094 Alan B. 06/07 WRX Powered 818 with cruise control, USB port, and iWire Mounting Hardware (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1511593415537582)
093 Phil B. 06 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, fog lights, master, and dual USB ports (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1500119596684964)
092 Bruce S. 06 WRX Powered 818 with cruise control, basic disconnect, COBB Accessport and SF Intake, iWire Mounting Hardware (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1466557343374523)

091 Mark F. 07 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, cruise control, ABS, switch panel, Cobb Acessport, Cobb Intake, Sport BCS, push button start, iWire T-Shirt (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1448217631875161)
090 Doug O. JDM WRX Powered 818 with switch panel and master disconnect (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1426669950696596)
089 Joseph N. 07 WRX Powered 818 with iWire Mounting Hardware, fog lights, hood light lead, transponder, stereo, heater, map light, USB with iWire Test Mode Switch (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1416977484999176)

088 Chris S. JDM STi Powered 818 with master disconnect, switches for carberry, power windows, USB, iWire Test Mode Switch, iWire Mounting Hardware, seat heater, and stereo (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1409329152430676)
087 Greg P. 2.0 WRX Powered Powered 818 with power windwos and iWire Mounting Hardware (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1401734729856785)
086 Christian B. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, fog lights, cruise control, heavy duty master disconnect, mounting hardware, Cobb Acessport, Cobb SF Intake, and Cobb Boost Control #790 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1391844714179120)
085 Lou D. 2.0 WRX Powered 818 with power windows, side mirrors, stereo, switch panel, and iWire Mounting Hardware #787 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1381079131922345)
084 Jeff T. 04 STi Powered 818 with power windows, daytime running lights, ABS, side view mirrors, cruise control, and mounting hardware kit #785 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1370816316281960)
083 Lorne E. JDM STi Powered 818 with AVCS, master disconnect switch, USB power socket, stereo, AWIC, and mounting hardware (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1357868367576755)

082 Steven G. 2.0 WRX powered 818 with Cobb accessport, master disconnect, mounting hardware, fog lights, USB, stereo and heater (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1341093052587620)

081 Peter S. From Sweden 08 WRX Powered 818 with Haltech 2500 Elite ECU, IQ3 Dash, Haltech CAN Hub, Haltech Wideband 02 sensor, heater, stereo, USB, AWIC, and master disconnect (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1332917186738540)
080 Ron C. 03 WRX Powered RHD (Australia) 818 with cruise, power mirrors, map light, stereo, ABS, mounting hardware #760 (https://www.facebook.com/pg/iWireWiringServices/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1317644504932475)

[C.Plavan]

Haha! I think we he is trying to say is that's it's not big deal to have those provisions in there so you can use them later if you decide you need them.

I will never have them...haha No windshield, no ebrake, no trunks.... Its a race car.

[flynntuna]

Look forward to meeting you at HB this weekend.

[lsxsean]

Cool!

[iWire]

Look forward to meeting you at HB this weekend.

You too! Excited to meet a new crowd of car enthusiasts.

[metros]

Wow, neat and tidy is an understatement. Looks like a quality harness.

[Xusia]

Oh, it looks absolutely bad a$$ awesome!

[Santiago]

I will never have them...haha No windshield, no ebrake, no trunks.... Its a race car.

Ditto. I have no plans even for headlights (no night-time enduro runs, so no need, the buckets aren't even going in). No turn signals, no horn, no wiper, no license plate light...that's a race car. The harness looks really nice, but it does seem to have a lot of extra for a straight up race car...though, I would like a heated cup-holder for my customary pre-run macchiato. =)

Sweet offering Brian! A much needed service.

Best,
-j

[FFRSpec72]

Ditto. I have no plans even for headlights (no night-time enduro runs, so no need, the buckets aren't even going in). No turn signals, no horn, no wiper, no license plate light...that's a race car. The harness looks really nice, but it does seem to have a lot of extra for a straight up race car...though, I would like a heated cup-holder for my customary pre-run macchiato. =)

Sweet offering Brian! A much needed service.

Best,
-j

I have raced the challenge car enough to know what a roadster needs for racing in the NW. We have to deal with early/late darkness, rain, fog and occasional snow. We can't wait for perfect weather as we never get it, thus lights are a must around here. As Brian said it is customized on a per customer basis.

[iWire]

Ditto. I have no plans even for headlights (no night-time enduro runs, so no need, the buckets aren't even going in). No turn signals, no horn, no wiper, no license plate light...that's a race car. The harness looks really nice, but it does seem to have a lot of extra for a straight up race car...though, I would like a heated cup-holder for my customary pre-run macchiato. =)

Sweet offering Brian! A much needed service.

Best,
-j

We can accommodate that, not problem. If all I need to wire up is the engine plus some outputs, it'll actually bring the cost down. The biggest time spent on these is running all of the exterior body equipment.


Wow, neat and tidy is an understatement. Looks like a quality harness.


Oh, it looks absolutely bad a$$ awesome!

Thanks guys!

[gpaterson]

Would you consider putting an 818S harness together but using a keyless ingition system something like this? Would be great I think.

28245

[indiana818]

great looking product!!!!

[iWire]

Would you consider putting an 818S harness together but using a keyless ingition system something like this? Would be great I think.

28245

Yeah we could do something like that. The harness in the pictures uses a push button start, just not as fancy.


great looking product!!!!

Thanks!

[iWire]

Hopefully I see some of you guys out in Huntington Beach tomorrow! Look for the guy in the iWire shirt. ;)

[FFRSpec72]

I received my harness on Friday, top notch, very high quality. I have not had a chance t install the harness yet, need to do some more work, but I did some engine work and I attached the harness to engine and battery and I was able to fire up the engine standalone. Nice job Brian ! Harness I sent weighed was 49lbs the harness I got back was 23lbs (all connector, modules, fuse boxes, etc.), nice job (as I have a bunch of extra wires run for future stuff). I'm 200% pleased with the work that you have done. More to come as I install. This is something that Dave needs to pick up on ASAP.

28361

[C.Plavan]

Brian is getting ready to start on mine. I cant wait.

[iWire]

I received my harness on Friday, top notch, very high quality. I have not had a chance t install the harness yet, need to do some more work, but I did some engine work and I attached the harness to engine and battery and I was able to fire up the engine standalone. Nice job Brian ! Harness I sent weighed was 49lbs the harness I got back was 23lbs (all connector, modules, fuse boxes, etc.), nice job (as I have a bunch of extra wires run for future stuff). I'm 200% pleased with the work that you have done. More to come as I install. This is something that Dave needs to pick up on ASAP.

28361
So glad to hear the car fired up and you're happy! :D



Brian is getting ready to start on mine. I cant wait.
We'll come up with some cool stuff on yours since it's extra simple.

[iWire]

28422

Showed up to today for C.Plavan. Same size as the other panel but comes with 2 switches. Good find Chad!

[FFRSpec72]

Showed up to today for C.Plavan. Same size as the other panel but comes with 2 switches. Good find Chad!

Chad just has to be different

[C.Plavan]

Chad just has to be different

True! Haha-

[metros]

As badass as the 818 is by itself, that carbon control panel is just awesome by itself. Makes the interior much more racecarish.

[EricScottZehnder]

Wow, this is exactly the kind of kit that would help an electrical layman like myself wire a car up. Using a donated car's rat's nest is simply not an option for me. Bookmarking.

[iWire]

As badass as the 818 is by itself, that carbon control panel is just awesome by itself. Makes the interior much more racecarish.

The piece is really clean, good quality, and just happens to fit beautifully in the dash. The buttons/switches as well as the panel itself are solid. I'm going to see if they'll make a 4 aux switch version.


Wow, this is exactly the kind of kit that would help an electrical layman like myself wire a car up. Using a donated car's rat's nest is simply not an option for me. Bookmarking.

That's music to my ears. :)

[iWire]

30076

New shop, old table, but back to work on C. Plavan's harness!

[C.Plavan]

30076

New shop, old table, but back to work on C. Plavan's harness!

Whooopish! Whooopsish!(Whip Sound).... Haha.

[iWire]

I was picturing more of a "vroom pssh" sound as you sat in your 818 seat waiting diligently for the harness to arrive. lol

[philly15]

I really wish I could afford to do this :/ definitely struggling with wiring my 818.

[iWire]

I really wish I could afford to do this :/ definitely struggling with wiring my 818.

I'm here to help! :)

[Samiam1017]

Any plans on modifying factory harnesses to work as stand alone factory ECU? With just a power ground and switched lead coming off for hook up.

[philly15]

I'm here to help! :)

my friend and I decided to try and tackle just building the harness ourselves from scratch. definitely time consuming, using one of my garage doors to post all the diagrams on. From what I noticed, there are very few actual fuses in the main circuits you actually need, kinda crazy to think about. I would also have to say Subaru's diagrams kinda suck imo. Now that we got it going, seems a lot easier than trying to make the stock harness work as it was. My only worry is if we might have deleted something critical for the ECU to function, flash, etc. since we deleted so many things, hopefully it all works out! We basically wired in only what we needed to control the engine and cluster basically, everything else such as lights, etc. we put all on their own separate circuit controlled by a switch panel, is there any issue doing it that way?

[Jaime]

I'm doing something similar and I left behind at least 75% of the factory wires. Keep in mind that I'm keeping cruise control, radio, all the switches on the steering column, and wiring in heat/defrost.

The biggest problem with the Subaru diagrams is that they leave out anything not relevant to the system that's on that page. There's a bunch of cases where it looks like a wire only goes to one place but it really goes to many places and you have to look at several diagrams to get the whole picture.

My strategy is to cut all the grounds apart and run them to a local chassis point when I install. I also cut all the power supply wires to each system so I can use a single smaller fusebox. I left as much wire as I possibly could, but I ended up extending many of them. The only devices I have under the dash are the high beam and daytime running light relays. Everything else is under the engine cover. I don't like working under dashboards.

[philly15]

^ that's kind of how we started, but after the tangled mess we had, it resulted in plugging in the main engine plugs, and the ecu plugs, then chopping everything off, and wiring everything starting right at the ecu. Know this now, I wish I would have budgeted either a wiring service like in this thread, or done Wayne's stand alone setup.

[R.Spec]

Hey I am r spec!

[iWire]

Any plans on modifying factory harnesses to work as stand alone factory ECU? With just a power ground and switched lead coming off for hook up.

I can definitely build that if anyone wants it. I've done similar setups for VWs and Porsche's that already have the body side of the harness. It's not quite that simple since there are some inputs/outputs left over. Off the top of my head the leads that would be left over to hook up are:
Battery power
Ignition (Key on) Power
Starter
Cluster inputs (VSS/Tach/CEL/Coolant/Oil Pressure) - I could also wire up the cluster as part of the build if you choose
Radiator fans (ground side trigger to a relay from ECU)
There are probably a few more that I can recall at the moment, but that's the basic setup. You would still have to figure out how you want to run all of the body functions like headlights/turn signals/illumination/etc. This is no easy feat unless you are running the bare minimum to be able to get away with a couple switches to run things. It will also get a bit more clumsy/messy unless you tie into the fuseboxes I use to run the engine.



my friend and I decided to try and tackle just building the harness ourselves from scratch. definitely time consuming, using one of my garage doors to post all the diagrams on. From what I noticed, there are very few actual fuses in the main circuits you actually need, kinda crazy to think about. I would also have to say Subaru's diagrams kinda suck imo. Now that we got it going, seems a lot easier than trying to make the stock harness work as it was. My only worry is if we might have deleted something critical for the ECU to function, flash, etc. since we deleted so many things, hopefully it all works out! We basically wired in only what we needed to control the engine and cluster basically, everything else such as lights, etc. we put all on their own separate circuit controlled by a switch panel, is there any issue doing it that way?

It may work out OK. I use a combination of both factory and new. I cut out everything that isn't related to the engine and run fresh wire for everything body related while reusing plugs as needed.


I'm doing something similar and I left behind at least 75% of the factory wires. Keep in mind that I'm keeping cruise control, radio, all the switches on the steering column, and wiring in heat/defrost.

The biggest problem with the Subaru diagrams is that they leave out anything not relevant to the system that's on that page. There's a bunch of cases where it looks like a wire only goes to one place but it really goes to many places and you have to look at several diagrams to get the whole picture.

My strategy is to cut all the grounds apart and run them to a local chassis point when I install. I also cut all the power supply wires to each system so I can use a single smaller fusebox. I left as much wire as I possibly could, but I ended up extending many of them. The only devices I have under the dash are the high beam and daytime running light relays. Everything else is under the engine cover. I don't like working under dashboards.

My guess is that will be a bit tough to do this way. The end result will probably be a fusebox area that is the same size because of the number of fuses required for both constant and ignition powered systems.


Hey I am r spec!
Hahaha! You are the harness. ;) I need to come up with a better name for the harness since it works in both Rs and Ss.

[Jaime]

My guess is that will be a bit tough to do this way. The end result will probably be a fusebox area that is the same size because of the number of fuses required for both constant and ignition powered systems.Well, it's not easy for sure. I'm fairly confident I can get down to one fusebox from the two that came in the donor - I'm using the same one you put in your harness. If I didn't enjoy electrical work, I would have had you do mine.

[iWire]

Well, it's not easy for sure. I'm fairly confident I can get down to one fusebox from the two that came in the donor - I'm using the same one you put in your harness. If I didn't enjoy electrical work, I would have had you do mine.

Good luck to you! Let me know if you change your mind. ;D

[iWire]

Chad's harness is in the mail!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=ms.772379176125680.772379192792345.7723791961 25678.772379272792337.772379332792331.772379412792 323.772379506125647.772379539458977.77237957612564 0.bps.a.768532306510367&type=1

[philly15]

question, do I technically need the immobilizer control module/keyless entry? if I completely delete the system, how do I duplicate the signal to the ECU?

[C.Plavan]

question, do I technically need the immobilizer control module/keyless entry? if I completely delete the system, how do I duplicate the signal to the ECU?

There is no way around it. You need them. I asked Brian at IWire the same thing.

I can tuck the key/immobilizer/cylinder under the dash hidden from view and use my start button.

[philly15]

There is no way around it. You need them. I asked Brian at IWire the same thing.

I can tuck the key/immobilizer/cylinder under the dash hidden from view and use my start button.

ok, I wasn't sure if it was just simply a voltage reference back to the ecu that could be replicated. I planned on running my car s2000 style with a key and push button, but wasn't sure if there was a way around the immobilizer.

[iWire]

ok, I wasn't sure if it was just simply a voltage reference back to the ecu that could be replicated. I planned on running my car s2000 style with a key and push button, but wasn't sure if there was a way around the immobilizer.

As Chad said, no way around it but it's pretty easy to basically ignore it like we did with his harness. As long as the box is working and can pick up the key frequency, it'll be happy so you can use any start method you like.

[philly15]

As Chad said, no way around it but it's pretty easy to basically ignore it like we did with his harness. As long as the box is working and can pick up the key frequency, it'll be happy so you can use any start method you like.

ok well I just wired the whole thing back in so should work, other than I cant find the antenna at the moment, but it should turn up. hopefully this all works out ok, Im now seeing why people pay to have this thing done. starting from scratch kind of sucks.

[Brando]

My iwire harness has worked flawlessly thus far. Just a shout out to Iwire for making such a great product. Thanks Brian

[freds]

ok well I just wired the whole thing back in so should work, other than I cant find the antenna at the moment, but it should turn up. hopefully this all works out ok, Im now seeing why people pay to have this thing done. starting from scratch kind of sucks.

The immobilizer antenna is in the OEM steering setup around the ignition key switch...small white connector. {on the 06, don't know about other years}. I also looked for it for a while as the engine wouldn't start. Once connected..Bingo!

[C.Plavan]

My IWire Harness looks awesome. I have not installed it yet, I just need to finish a few items before laying it inside.

[philly15]

The immobilizer antenna is in the OEM steering setup around the ignition key switch...small white connector. {on the 06, don't know about other years}. I also looked for it for a while as the engine wouldn't start. Once connected..Bingo!

thanks for that, I was wondering what the heck the single connector was I didn't have plugged in haha. On a side note, never again will I try to build my own harness. Im just praying it works right away, I don't want to have to trouble shoot this if it doesn't.

[freds]

thanks for that, I was wondering what the heck the single connector was I didn't have plugged in haha. On a side note, never again will I try to build my own harness. Im just praying it works right away, I don't want to have to trouble shoot this if it doesn't.



Good Luck!!!

fred

[iWire]

My iwire harness has worked flawlessly thus far. Just a shout out to Iwire for making such a great product. Thanks Brian

Thanks Brando! I appreciate you taking the chance on me. Plus driving your car has fueled the fire for me to get one. :D


My IWire Harness looks awesome. I have not installed it yet, I just need to finish a few items before laying it inside.
Less typing, more working!


The immobilizer antenna is in the OEM steering setup around the ignition key switch...small white connector. {on the 06, don't know about other years}. I also looked for it for a while as the engine wouldn't start. Once connected..Bingo!
Yep!


thanks for that, I was wondering what the heck the single connector was I didn't have plugged in haha. On a side note, never again will I try to build my own harness. Im just praying it works right away, I don't want to have to trouble shoot this if it doesn't.
I totally understand, which is why I have a job. ;)

[philly15]

Ok, I just ran into the first problem that actually confused me. This is for an 06 wrx, on the diagrams it shows the VSS as a 4 pin connector. Clearly the sensor in the transmission is a 3 wire. I've gone through diagrams for the past hour and cannot figure out why the diagrams all conflict. I have only found 1 connector that fits into the speed sensor in the trans, so I plan on just using it. The problem I'm having is the wire color doesn't match any of the diagrams, but it's the only connector I've found that fits into the sensor. I was wondering if you had any idea which pin was what on the VSS? So far all I've established is 1 pin goes to the cluster obviously (Green/Yellow wire), 1 goes to ground in the same wiring as the fuel level sensor/a couple ECU pins (Black/Red), and 1 goes to the DLC in a bout a million splices(Green/Black). Im just not sure which ones to wire where, since the diagram shows the sensor as a 4 wire, so the pin numbers are different than the 3 wire I found. Any help would be awesome!

[Jaime]

There's a short adapter cable.

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab273/jaime398/818%20Build/20140710_190343_zpsnyh5hwwc.jpg

[iWire]

Ok, I just ran into the first problem that actually confused me. This is for an 06 wrx, on the diagrams it shows the VSS as a 4 pin connector. Clearly the sensor in the transmission is a 3 wire. I've gone through diagrams for the past hour and cannot figure out why the diagrams all conflict. I have only found 1 connector that fits into the speed sensor in the trans, so I plan on just using it. The problem I'm having is the wire color doesn't match any of the diagrams, but it's the only connector I've found that fits into the sensor. I was wondering if you had any idea which pin was what on the VSS? So far all I've established is 1 pin goes to the cluster obviously (Green/Yellow wire), 1 goes to ground in the same wiring as the fuel level sensor/a couple ECU pins (Black/Red), and 1 goes to the DLC in a bout a million splices(Green/Black). Im just not sure which ones to wire where, since the diagram shows the sensor as a 4 wire, so the pin numbers are different than the 3 wire I found. Any help would be awesome!


There's a short adapter cable.

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab273/jaime398/818%20Build/20140710_190343_zpsnyh5hwwc.jpg


Yep it's just a jumper. It's a 4 pin connector but only 3 pins are used. I take out the jumper and just wire it direct to the 3 pin plug at the sensor.

[philly15]

Ok, I talked to the guy I bought the car from, he replaced that connector a while back, so none of the wire colors match. That's what was confusing me. He eliminated that jumper wire. So what order do the pins go? I'm not sure which wire to connect where.

[Jaime]

Pin 1 is signal - it's usually Green/Yellow. It goes to the ECU and the cluster (and the TCM on an Automatic).
Pin 2 is ground - should be Black/Red.
Pin 3 is +12V ignition power. Should be Green/Black.

[philly15]

Does the numbering go from left to right on the sensor? or is it different?

[fact5racer]

Hopefully I'll finish getting my harness out of my donor this weekend so I can ship it off to Brian the first of the week.

[Jaime]

Does the numbering go from left to right on the sensor? or is it different?
Pin 1 is at bottom on my picture.

[C.Plavan]

Boom- Electrically Alive.

Thanks Brian.
http://i.imgur.com/mSUAepEl.png

[iWire]

Hopefully I'll finish getting my harness out of my donor this weekend so I can ship it off to Brian the first of the week.

Sounds great!


Boom- Electrically Alive.

Thanks Brian.
http://i.imgur.com/mSUAepEl.png

You're quite welcome! Sorry for the delay on answering your questions...birthday weekend. :cool:

[iWire]

Next one done and on it's way!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.776566119040319.1073742003.115786161784988&type=1

[FFRSpec72]

Next one done and on it's way!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.776566119040319.1073742003.115786161784988&type=1

Looks a little different, did not see and controls for lights

[iWire]

His was like Chad's and we used a rocker switch for the hi/low beams and no signals.

[FFRSpec72]

His was like Chad's and we used a rocker switch for the hi/low beams and no signals.

Must be a rookie racer as he should know that you need turn signals on the track for passing and pulling into the hot pits

[C.Plavan]

Must be a rookie racer as he should know that you need turn signals on the track for passing and pulling into the hot pits

Bahahahahaha.....Not if you are the one doing the passing....... Plus, I had Brian wire up my brights so I can "flash to pass". Hand signals for pits..... I don't even use signals in my streets cars :)

[drdracing]

We don't need no stinking signals. I have been autocrossing for about six years, and I have not passed a single car. Rick D

[iWire]

Must be a rookie racer as he should know that you need turn signals on the track for passing and pulling into the hot pits


Bahahahahaha.....Not if you are the one doing the passing....... Plus, I had Brian wire up my brights so I can "flash to pass". Hand signals for pits..... I don't even use signals in my streets cars :)


We don't need no stinking signals. I have been autocrossing for about six years, and I have not passed a single car. Rick D

You guys are killing me. :p

[metros]

Nice work on the newest harness Brian! Hope you take some documentation pictures of my harness like that so I can add them to my build thread.

[iWire]

Nice work on the newest harness Brian! Hope you take some documentation pictures of my harness like that so I can add them to my build thread.

Thank you! I definitely will take pics on the progress, need to keep the FB page updated. ;)

[SixStar]

We're planning on using an iWire kit for 818R #85. Given the quality of the kit vs. the time it would take us to reproduce it just makes sense. Delegating and leaving things to the experts is one of our key methods for building the best cars. Let the experts be experts!

[FFRSpec72]

We're planning on using an iWire kit for 818R #85. Given the quality of the kit vs. the time it would take us to reproduce it just makes sense. Delegating and leaving things to the experts is one of our key methods for building the best cars. Let the experts be experts!

You will be very happy with the outcome, and same exact reasons why I went after iWire

[iWire]

We're planning on using an iWire kit for 818R #85. Given the quality of the kit vs. the time it would take us to reproduce it just makes sense. Delegating and leaving things to the experts is one of our key methods for building the best cars. Let the experts be experts!

Thanks guys and I totally agree as I will not be doing the mechanical work on any 818s. Haha!


You will be very happy with the outcome, and same exact reasons why I went after iWire

Get that thing on the road Anthony. ;P

[C.Plavan]

Hey Brian,

FYI- I installed the VSS simulator as we discussed. I know it works because my MPH jumps around from 20 to 40 mph tricking the ECU. However, I still have not been thrown into limp mode Pre-VSS sim zooming around the neighborhood. So who knows? Regardless, guys like me have an option ($40). I will have GPS MPH on the datalogger.

[iWire]

Hey Brian,

FYI- I installed the VSS simulator as we discussed. I know it works because my MPH jumps around from 20 to 40 mph tricking the ECU. However, I still have not been thrown into limp mode Pre-VSS sim zooming around the neighborhood. So who knows? Regardless, guys like me have an option ($40). I will have GPS MPH on the datalogger.

We know it works to make the ECU happy enough not to throw a code, but it can't tell which gear it's in. Does it matter? Probably not and will be good to see how it goes with your car! :D Thanks for the update!

[FFRSpec72]

Hey Brian,

FYI- I installed the VSS simulator as we discussed. I know it works because my MPH jumps around from 20 to 40 mph tricking the ECU. However, I still have not been thrown into limp mode Pre-VSS sim zooming around the neighborhood. So who knows? Regardless, guys like me have an option ($40). I will have GPS MPH on the datalogger.

What is the $40 option?

[C.Plavan]

What is the $40 option?

http://www.enginewiring.com/catalog.htm#Featured

Well look at that wiring :)
http://i.imgur.com/xYj6Dorl.png

[metros]

I'm not entirely sure why you need the vss simulator. Is this something I'll need to look into with my iwire harness?

Btw, post more videos Chad. The sound in your videos makes me want to drop whatever I was planning on doing and get back in the garage.

[iWire]

http://www.enginewiring.com/catalog.htm#Featured

Well look at that wiring :)
http://i.imgur.com/xYj6Dorl.png

Hahah! Looks great Chad! :P That's weird part of my job. You know I'm doing it well when no one notices it. haha


I'm not entirely sure why you need the vss simulator. Is this something I'll need to look into with my iwire harness?

Btw, post more videos Chad. The sound in your videos makes me want to drop whatever I was planning on doing and get back in the garage.

You will not need that. Chad is running an 05 LGT trans that does not have a VSS (05 LGT gets it from the ABS). Yours will be totally normal and use a stock VSS.

[FFRSpec72]

Chad seems to always want to be different

[C.Plavan]

Chad seems to always want to be different

I call it planning ahead. LGT Trans= beefier gears than a WRX trans. Is also a 4.11 final drive. All benefits.

[FFRSpec72]

I call it planning ahead. LGT Trans= beefier gears than a WRX trans. Is also a 4.11 final drive. All benefits.

My JDM 5sp (which has beefier gears and a 4.11 final drive) has a VSS so I get benefits ++

[philly15]

which model of those fuse/relay boxes do you use for these harnesses? I really like them, on the website I was looking at they have a 15303-2 -4 -5 and -6. was wondering which ones you used?

[iWire]

which model of those fuse/relay boxes do you use for these harnesses? I really like them, on the website I was looking at they have a 15303-2 -4 -5 and -6. was wondering which ones you used?

Depends on what you are trying to do. I use the single bussed fuse and wire up the relays one by one, but you could use a non bussed as well depending on how many relays/fuses you need to hook up and what kind of power they need.

[philly15]

Depends on what you are trying to do. I use the single bussed fuse and wire up the relays one by one, but you could use a non bussed as well depending on how many relays/fuses you need to hook up and what kind of power they need.

that makes sense, the website I was on didn't really describe the difference between the models so I was kind of guessing.

[Jaime]

I used two 15310s for mine.

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab273/jaime398/818%20Build/20140802_220649_zpsnm5hst2h.jpg

Depending on how many circuits you keep and if you combine them, you can end up needing a lot of space. I didn't use busses boxes because some of my circuits are battery powered and some are ignition powered.

I also used these relays:

http://www.waytekwire.com/images/items/75736FL.gif (http://www.waytekwire.com/item/75736/SONG-CHUAN-ULTRA-ISO-MICRO/)

[iWire]

Just an update to the thread.

I really need to rename this harness. Working on the first true S model and have sorted the factory steering column issues. So, although it is designed for the "less is more crowd" most S owners would be very happy with all features available.

[iWire]

One more update.

We're now offering the choice for circuit breaker or fuse for the main power wire and no more solder joints to shorten the main engine plugs as I have found a source for the terminals (note: these are NOT for sale, sorry guys have to keep somethings to myself).


These are panel/dash mount style but will also be available in a surface mount style depending on what people want.
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[C.Plavan]

Very nice. If I ever pop a main fuse, I'll grab one of those. I don't think I ever have popped the main one, but it would suck if you were at the track!

[FFRSpec72]

One more update.

We're now offering the choice for circuit breaker or fuse for the main power wire and no more solder joints to shorten the main engine plugs as I have found a source for the terminals (note: these are NOT for sale, sorry guys have to keep somethings to myself).


These are panel/dash mount style but will also be available in a surface mount style depending on what people want.


Do we get an upgrade ?

[iWire]

Very nice. If I ever pop a main fuse, I'll grab one of those. I don't think I ever have popped the main one, but it would suck if you were at the track!

It's so unlikley. Pretty much the only time I've ever seen the main fuse blow is if you arc the alternator when taking the terminal off with the battery still connected. I put an extra main fuse in the box so you should have one you can carry down so at least you can keep going if something were to happen.


Do we get an upgrade ?

Do you want a circuit breaker? It's not really an improvement so to speak, just adds options because some are partial to one over the other.

[iWire]

First S harness completed and out the door.

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https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.790953567601574.1073742017.115786161784988&type=1&notif_t=like

[FFRSpec72]

Look close to the R harness, well at least my R harness since Chad had to be different

[iWire]

Very close to the R (except for Chad's because he's "special"). Big difference is no switch panel and use of factory column switches. He also has leads to hook up an AC system. It's more a function of letting people know that this kit can fit the bill for most builds, S or R.

[Samiam1017]

What's the price on s model and what's needed to be sent in? Or can we sell off the factory harness to offset the cost? Thx

[bbjones121]

Man I wish these wouldn't break my budget bank. It would be amazing in my kit.

[iWire]

What's the price on s model and what's needed to be sent in? Or can we sell off the factory harness to offset the cost? Thx

Same price as R. It might be a little more depending on how many add-ons you want. I need the factory Subaru harness because I use it as the base to build this one. Besides the factory harness, ECU, and fuel pump controller I just need the lighting plugs and the fuel tank plugs that FF provides.


Man I wish these wouldn't break my budget bank. It would be amazing in my kit.
:( I wish I could bring down the cost, but the time in labor and cost of materials just doesn't make that possible at this point.

[Brando]

First S harness completed and out the door.

Cool Brian, you pulled off the S harness. That's huge.
Frank is almost done lets go for a drive.

[iWire]

Cool Brian, you pulled off the S harness. That's huge.
Frank is almost done lets go for a drive.

Let's do it! I have your intake manifold harness here. I'm going to use it for a prototype for an option of custom intake manifold harnesses for guys that are taking things out like TGVs. :D

[FFRSpec72]

Let's do it! I have your intake manifold harness here. I'm going to use it for a prototype for an option of custom intake manifold harnesses for guys that are taking things out like TGVs. :D

Just get a JDM engine and don't have to worry about TGV delete or harness

[iWire]

Just get a JDM engine and don't have to worry about TGV delete or harness

Well, that would be one solution. ;)

I'm also going to make it pretty for people who are interested in things like that.

[iWire]

Good chunk of the way done on Six Star Car's builld.

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.808638262499771.1073742033.115786161784988&type=1

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?12682-SixStarCars-818R-NASA-ST3-SCCA-Solo-X-Prepared-Build-Thread

[metros]

How did I miss these 2 latest updates?

Nice looking S harness. Can't wait to get ahold of it!

[iWire]

How did I miss these 2 latest updates?

Nice looking S harness. Can't wait to get ahold of it!

Dunno, but you're up next week as I'm about done with the current one. :D

[iWire]

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Six Star Cars is done. Ready to start your Jason. Thanks for your patience.


https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.808638262499771.1073742033.115786161784988&type=1

[FFRSpec72]

Need to step up that production line ! Its so simple you just connect the red wire to white wire

[metros]

Awesome, looking forward to it.

[mug23]

Hello, I'm really interested in this wiring kit but I have an 05 STI donor car and it has become my full track car. Therefore, my stock wiring harness is pretty much cut up for weight saving purpose. I have a few questions. This is for the S model as I like to be street use but more of a hybrid like an RS a little bit more on the track side.

1). I will be using my 05 STI as donor and I would like to see if the harness will work or I may decide to use the 04 STI ECU to eliminate the immobilizer or can I just use a 06 WRX ECU which is a 2.5L? Whichever is easiest.

2). Of course I wouldn't be needing the DCCD function and I will be using the 05 STI dash cluster instead of a WRX. Can it be wired up using the STI cluster?

3). Like I said, my stock 05 STI wiring hardness is chopped up. So do I need to sent in my stock harness or how's that going to work out? I really like to avoid to spend the time to take the stock harness out if not needed.

If I can avoid using the stock harness that would be perfect.

Thank you.

[iWire]

Hello, I'm really interested in this wiring kit but I have an 05 STI donor car and it has become my full track car. Therefore, my stock wiring harness is pretty much cut up for weight saving purpose. I have a few questions. This is for the S model as I like to be street use but more of a hybrid like an RS a little bit more on the track side.

1). I will be using my 05 STI as donor and I would like to see if the harness will work or I may decide to use the 04 STI ECU to eliminate the immobilizer or can I just use a 06 WRX ECU which is a 2.5L? Whichever is easiest.

2). Of course I wouldn't be needing the DCCD function and I will be using the 05 STI dash cluster instead of a WRX. Can it be wired up using the STI cluster?

3). Like I said, my stock 05 STI wiring hardness is chopped up. So do I need to sent in my stock harness or how's that going to work out? I really like to avoid to spend the time to take the stock harness out if not needed.

If I can avoid using the stock harness that would be perfect.

Thank you.

1. Yes, we can do that no problem. However, I would suggest that you leave the 05 ECU in there. It's actually a better ECU to tune. The problem with the 04 it's basically designed as a 2.0 WRX ECU and they slapped the drive by wire and AVCS as it was a bit of a band-aid for Subaru to get the first USDM STi out. The 05 ECU is the first actually built for USDM STi platform.

2. STi cluster, and any cluster someone might desire is not a problem. The plugs are the same as USDM WRX, it just has extra pins for the extra features.

3. What exactly is cut? Ideally I would need the ECU to engine section uncut as we use some of the stock harness as a base. Beyond that, it doesn't really matter as I can use just the leftover pieces or grab them off a scrap harness from here. Shoot me some pictures to iwiresales at gmail.com

Thanks,
Brian

[fact5racer]

Did you get my JDM harness yet?

[iWire]

Did you get my JDM harness yet?

UPS came before I got in on Friday. I should have it Monday. I'll let you know.

[iWire]

First of 4 in 4 weeks done. So far on schedule.

https://www.facebook.com/115786161784988/photos/ms.c.eJw1ztENwEAIAtCNGr1T0P0Xa6rl80UI1kmHX7MKBvjU~ _DTTw2~;InDvt92V4GfvKvfbf4ZNPyNtP9WPzpXzGmMonZt~;0 D2ytPZy1~_uBna7wD9SnT.bps.a.821112044585726/825161607514103/?type=1&theater

[iWire]

2 for 2.

Just a heads up to anyone still looking for an engine. Any Impreza turbo/non turbo engine from 93-07 can be wired up with the factory ECU and will bolt right in to the 818. I generally recommend 02 and up because it opens up all of the modern tuning options, but it's not requirement.

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.828479257182338.1073742049.115786161784988&type=3&uploaded=12

[iWire]

Plenty of creature comforts on this S model!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.832966350066962.1073742053.115786161784988&type=1

[FFRSpec72]

Plenty of creature comforts on this S model!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.832966350066962.1073742053.115786161784988&type=1

Nice, almost as much comfort features that I have in the R.

[iWire]

Updated original post to reflect changes in available options as well as pictures of the 12 completed harness to date. Now it's time to get on the next 6 that are already here! :D

[iWire]

2014 UPDATE:
Happy New Year to everyone! Can't tell you guys how excited we are over here with 15 818 harnesses in just over half of the year in 2014.

In addition, for those who are looking at having us build you a harness, the sooner you get a hold of us the better we can fit into your project timeline. Currently we have 13 people in line so that's somewhere around 2-3 months backlog. We're working on streamlining the process in order to speed up turnaround time, but even that will take some time in order to be able to customize to each individuals needs and keep the quality top notch.

[wleehendrick]

I got my place in line before the Holidays; looking forward to the finished product!

Brian, I'll get in touch soon with specifics on the options I'd like.

[metros]

Congrats on the backlog of business Brian!

Everyone considering it - you won't be disappointed. The final product is gorgeous and will tidy up any build.

[iWire]

I got my place in line before the Holidays; looking forward to the finished product!

Brian, I'll get in touch soon with specifics on the options I'd like.

Awesome! We still have time to work it out, so just let me know.


Congrats on the backlog of business Brian!

Everyone considering it - you won't be disappointed. The final product is gorgeous and will tidy up any build.

Thanks Jason! I'm glad you are happy with it. :D

[818wrx]

just got my place in line. Will be sending out my harness soon. Cant wait to get it. I do believe this is the way to go. Ive wasted enough time trying to get my harness to fit. Thanks for offering this service!!

[iWire]

just got my place in line. Will be sending out my harness soon. Cant wait to get it. I do believe this is the way to go. Ive wasted enough time trying to get my harness to fit. Thanks for offering this service!!

You're quite welcome and it's my pleasure to be able to help out! :D

[projectrally]

How much of the factory harness are you using? Just the plug ends? I am contemplating your service, but I've got two donor vehicles (long story). One is an 04 FXT (5MT) that has a good motor and transmission with low miles (61K), but main fuse panel under hood was pretty mangled in the collision that took the car off the road, and I had to cut all the wires in half at the point where they'd go through the firewall (again, because of the collision...the thing got T-boned in the driver's door). The other harness is out of a high mileage 2006 WRX (5MT), and it's pristine, but if you're effectively taking the plug ends and building a new harness, maybe I could resell the pristine harness to help defer the costs...

[iWire]

How much of the factory harness are you using? Just the plug ends? I am contemplating your service, but I've got two donor vehicles (long story). One is an 04 FXT (5MT) that has a good motor and transmission with low miles (61K), but main fuse panel under hood was pretty mangled in the collision that took the car off the road, and I had to cut all the wires in half at the point where they'd go through the firewall (again, because of the collision...the thing got T-boned in the driver's door). The other harness is out of a high mileage 2006 WRX (5MT), and it's pristine, but if you're effectively taking the plug ends and building a new harness, maybe I could resell the pristine harness to help defer the costs...

Ideally the ECU to engine section would be intact, but in this case we could probably make it work. However, which ECU and engine are you planning on running. 04 FXT and 06 WRX do not use the same ECU.

[projectrally]

Ideally the ECU to engine section would be intact, but in this case we could probably make it work. However, which ECU and engine are you planning on running. 04 FXT and 06 WRX do not use the same ECU.

That sort of depends on the wiring, honestly. As I said, I've got two donors, an 04 FXT and an 06 WRX. The long block I'm using will be from the 04 FXT. I've got ECUs for both, but no key for the 04 FXT. I don't think that's a problem because I believe the 04 FXT was the last year before the immobilizer, but you'd know better on that front. I'd like to use the WRX instrument cluster, but the idea of skipping the immobilizer nonsense sounds pretty nice to me. Honestly, though, I'm fine running either ECU. I'd defer to your experience on the matter.

My plan prior to considering your service was to use the 04 FXT long block with all the accessories from the 06 WRX including wiring harness and instrument cluster.

[RM1SepEx]

Adam, give me a call sometime, I decided to send everything to Brian (iWire) we can discuss wiring "issues" ;)

[Silvertop]

I really haven’t paid a lot of attention to this thread until now, to the point that I didn’t really even fully understand what it was about. However. after reading through the entire thread, I’m growing very, VERY interested. I detest wiring, and am not remotely good at it. I am absolutely terrorized by the prospect of dealing with the factory wiring harness when it becomes necessary four to six months down the road. While I’m not that thrilled about adding $2K+ to the cost of my project, it would remove the only really serious obstacle to its successful completion. So I’ll probably bite.

Brian, my project is based on a 2004 NA Impreza (Outback Sport, actually). I have the entire harness from the ’04 donor car. However, because the ’04 NA ECU was not tunable, I bought an ’02 ECU (which has since been mail-order tuned by Delicious Tuning of San Diego CA). I also bought an ’02 Harness out of a salvage yard (it seems to be a lot less bulky than my ’04, so I think it is just the engine harness), along with an ‘02 instrument cluster and an ’02 Intake Manifold (which has since been ported, polished and ceramic coated by Grimmspeed) to eliminate any potential incompatibilities between the older ECU and the rest of the car.

Will the hodgepodge mix and match of my components make my harness less (or more) doable from your perspective? If so, will it have any impact in either direction on the cost? When is the best time to call to avoid slowing down progress on somebody else’s harness?

[iWire]

That sort of depends on the wiring, honestly. As I said, I've got two donors, an 04 FXT and an 06 WRX. The long block I'm using will be from the 04 FXT. I've got ECUs for both, but no key for the 04 FXT. I don't think that's a problem because I believe the 04 FXT was the last year before the immobilizer, but you'd know better on that front. I'd like to use the WRX instrument cluster, but the idea of skipping the immobilizer nonsense sounds pretty nice to me. Honestly, though, I'm fine running either ECU. I'd defer to your experience on the matter.

My plan prior to considering your service was to use the 04 FXT long block with all the accessories from the 06 WRX including wiring harness and instrument cluster.

I'd just stick with all 04 FXT. I can set it up to run either cluster, no big deal on that front. If you run the 06 WRX manifold you'll really need to run the 06 WRX harness which means immobilizer which you mentioned you don't want.


I really haven’t paid a lot of attention to this thread until now, to the point that I didn’t really even fully understand what it was about. However. after reading through the entire thread, I’m growing very, VERY interested. I detest wiring, and am not remotely good at it. I am absolutely terrorized by the prospect of dealing with the factory wiring harness when it becomes necessary four to six months down the road. While I’m not that thrilled about adding $2K+ to the cost of my project, it would remove the only really serious obstacle to its successful completion. So I’ll probably bite.

Brian, my project is based on a 2004 NA Impreza (Outback Sport, actually). I have the entire harness from the ’04 donor car. However, because the ’04 NA ECU was not tunable, I bought an ’02 ECU (which has since been mail-order tuned by Delicious Tuning of San Diego CA). I also bought an ’02 Harness out of a salvage yard (it seems to be a lot less bulky than my ’04, so I think it is just the engine harness), along with an ‘02 instrument cluster and an ’02 Intake Manifold (which has since been ported, polished and ceramic coated by Grimmspeed) to eliminate any potential incompatibilities between the older ECU and the rest of the car.

Will the hodgepodge mix and match of my components make my harness less (or more) doable from your perspective? If so, will it have any impact in either direction on the cost? When is the best time to call to avoid slowing down progress on somebody else’s harness?

Glad to see the thread has at least possibly persuaded you! You're "hodgepodge" should not be a problem and not have any impact on cost. Call me anytime. With the wait list at 15 now, everything including sleeping and eating slows them down, so I just have to do my best to keep them moving. ;D

[projectrally]

Sounds good, Dan. New donor was supposed to arrive today, but it didn't. Maybe tomorrow. Though, with the snow we're supposed to get, I wouldn't mind if didn't show up till Monday...

[Silvertop]

Brian, the more I think about it, the more positive I feel about unloading the wiring harness issue on someone who knows what they're doing.

I'll give you a call in the next day or two, to figure out the specifics of what I need made, and to put together a definitive list of what I need to send you.

[iWire]

Brian, the more I think about it, the more positive I feel about unloading the wiring harness issue on someone who knows what they're doing.

I'll give you a call in the next day or two, to figure out the specifics of what I need made, and to put together a definitive list of what I need to send you.

Great! Love to hear that and looking forward to your call.

[iWire]

If you are doing it yourself, make sure it doesn't look like this. lol

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/2015-02-26%2015.49.48_zpsz6b6oc1c.jpg

[iWire]

Finally got a real install help document up. It's a first draft and changes will be made as we go along. I'll be sending it out to current customers but if you want to check it out you can see it here.

http://www.iwireservices.com/#!factory-five-818-wiring-kits/c1li1

[iWire]

Racepak for Ray
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/470.5_zpsftnqcbiz.jpg

AIM Dash for Mitch
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/475.8_zpsxq72lncw.jpg

Both are excellent products if you are in the market.

[longislandwrx]

read through the instructions. nice job.

[wleehendrick]

read through the instructions. nice job.

I should do that soon, since Brian's working on my harness right now (https://www.facebook.com/115786161784988/photos/a.916320585064871.1073742108.115786161784988/916320631731533/?type=1&theater)!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/p180x540/10632835_916320631731533_5586818568268474322_n.jpg ?oh=a13d9693bdb22f55bebffb0f11e13d65&oe=55B372B6&__gda__=1438389736_b76ffc50235b911c5b40cade71a5845 8

[iWire]

read through the instructions. nice job.

Thanks!


I should do that soon, since Brian's working on my harness right now (https://www.facebook.com/115786161784988/photos/a.916320585064871.1073742108.115786161784988/916320631731533/?type=1&theater)!


Plugging away. Looking forward to handing it off this weekend. ;D

[iWire]

If anyone is going to be at the Cruise In tomorrow come find me and say hi!

[FFRSpec72]

If anyone is going to be at the Cruise In tomorrow come find me and say hi!

You are taking the day off? You could be working on an 818 harnesses

[iWire]

You are taking the day off? You could be working on an 818 harnesses

I'll be working Sunday. ;P

[CU9DZ]

How long is the current back log on 818s orders? I am just starting to find out how badly the donor harnesses from a front engine car fit in this tiny kit.
Dave in MA.

[C.Plavan]

How long is the current back log on 818s orders? I am just starting to find out how badly the donor harnesses from a front engine car fit in this tiny kit.
Dave in MA.

It's worth every penny!

[RM1SepEx]

ditto, mine just plugged and played vs an unreliable rats nest... I did it myself, go karted car. Pulled oil pan etc after the blow ups occurred to install STI stuff, went to restart... NADA, DEAD, UGH sent the mess to brian, it's truly amazing how much less wire there can be and the installation is really clean.

[metros]

Agreed with both above. I just started laying my iWire harness in this weekend. I was reminded of the workmanship and couldn't help but think to myself that I was happy to have shelled out the coin for such a nice product.

[wleehendrick]

You are taking the day off? You could be working on an 818 harnesses

In his defense, Brian did meet me at the show to deliver my harness, so he was kinda working... Thanks again Brian!

[07FIREBLADE]

Nice you finally got your harness. It's been done for ages let me know how your headlights turn out once you get them in and adjusted. Wondering if you will have the same problem azpete was having.

[iWire]

How long is the current back log on 818s orders? I am just starting to find out how badly the donor harnesses from a front engine car fit in this tiny kit.
Dave in MA.

We're in still hovering at 15 deep so you can expect around 3 months.


It's worth every penny!



ditto, mine just plugged and played vs an unreliable rats nest... I did it myself, go karted car. Pulled oil pan etc after the blow ups occurred to install STI stuff, went to restart... NADA, DEAD, UGH sent the mess to brian, it's truly amazing how much less wire there can be and the installation is really clean.


Agreed with both above. I just started laying my iWire harness in this weekend. I was reminded of the workmanship and couldn't help but think to myself that I was happy to have shelled out the coin for such a nice product.

What they said! ;D I really appreciate the compliments, a lot goes into each harness.


In his defense, Brian did meet me at the show to deliver my harness, so he was kinda working... Thanks again Brian!

This is very true, however, there were no 818s there! Probably a good thing though as the rain started in the afternoon. I bailed before it really started coming down. I had to get the garage queen back in the garage where it belongs. lol

[Mechie3]

I need to message you soon. The more I see this the more I dislike my harness. I dieted 40lbs from it and spent (read: likely wasted) weeks/months on it.

[Mitch Wright]

Craig, Brian's harness is a work of art that will be shown off on my R.

[iWire]

I need to message you soon. The more I see this the more I dislike my harness. I dieted 40lbs from it and spent (read: likely wasted) weeks/months on it.

Sorry to hear you feel like you wasted your time, this sentiment seems pretty common as we have done a couple harnesses for people in your exact position. We're here to help if you decide not to continue with it and we should have no problem using the harness that you have dieted. Upside is that shipping will be cheaper. ;D


Craig, Brian's harness is a work of art that will be shown off on my R.
Wow, thank you Mitch!

[FFRSpec72]

We're in still hovering at 15 deep so you can expect around 3 months.

I still remember when you did not know what an 818 was ! It always nice to have a short backlog of work ! You need to take less time off and more overtime!

[iWire]

I still remember when you did not know what an 818 was ! It always nice to have a short backlog of work ! You need to take less time off and more overtime!

I'll keep putting in 60+ hour weeks until I drop dead. ha

[wleehendrick]

Nice you finally got your harness. It's been done for ages

Yeah, it looks great, but it's still in the box... I've been busy with work and home buying, so the amount of time and energy I've had for the 818 lately has been extremely limited!


let me know how your headlights turn out once you get them in and adjusted. Wondering if you will have the same problem azpete was having.

It looks like the root cause of Pete's issue with the Spyder projector headlights is that they're rotated in comparison to how they're mounted in the Camry. Although there's no roll adjustment, if it's a real issue, the projector assembly could probably be rotated to level the field stop (the aperture between the lamp and lens which creates the beam cut-off pattern); that might require some destructive re-work, though.


This is very true, however, there were no 818s there!

Yeah, that was a bummer.


I really appreciate the compliments, a lot goes into each harness.

That's obvious! We often spec and procure custom cables at work, and I can say it's a tough job. Our suppliers charge a lot and often make mistakes; it's a tough business.

I haven't installed mine yet, but I'd be very surprised if I don't have the same result that others have had... plug and play. I know it's a big expense to an 818 budget, but considering the customizability, service and quality Brian provides, it's a great value.


I need to message you soon. The more I see this the more I dislike my harness. I dieted 40lbs from it and spent (read: likely wasted) weeks/months on it.

I can relate, since I spent a fair amount of time working on mine before going with iWire... just do it! What looks like more fun... doing this?

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=41494&d=1430244064

or installing this?

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=41478&d=1430240745

41478
41494

[818wrx]

i cant wait. should have mine in next week.

[iWire]

i cant wait. should have mine in next week.

Let me know when you get it!

Just heads up we're looking for more help to increase production and bring down wait times. Please take a look here for more info:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/IWire-Wiring-Services/115786161784988

[Mechie3]

28422

Showed up to today for C.Plavan. Same size as the other panel but comes with 2 switches. Good find Chad!

http://cdn.meme.am/instances/250x250/56057005.jpg

Would something like that work with the factory immobilizer? I assume you'd still have to put the key in somewhere though.

[C.Plavan]

http://cdn.meme.am/instances/250x250/56057005.jpg

Would something like that work with the factory immobilizer? I assume you'd still have to put the key in somewhere though.

I have the key and ignition switch hidden under the dash. In fact I have not seen it in almost a year.

[iWire]

http://cdn.meme.am/instances/250x250/56057005.jpg

Would something like that work with the factory immobilizer? I assume you'd still have to put the key in somewhere though.

More than you can afford...Ferrariiiiii. ;D

What Chad said. We'll just tuck it away. Key only needs to be in there to to have the immobilizer antenna pick up the RFID signal.

[iWire]

iWire Spec 818 Harness V2.0 is out now! We think this will make the install even simpler!
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.968988406464755.1073742161.115786161784988&type=3

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/iWire%20R%20Spec%20Harness/530.7_zpsqwrfeieu.jpg

[FFRSpec72]

iWire Spec 818 Harness V2.0 is out now! We think this will make the install even simpler!
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.968988406464755.1073742161.115786161784988&type=3



Do we get an upgrade from V.01 ?

[C.Plavan]

Lol. Why would you think we would get an upgrade?

[FFRSpec72]

Lol. Why would you think we would get an upgrade?

Because Brian loves us ?

[Bob_n_Cincy]

Because Brian loves us ?
But we love Brian and want him to stay in business.

[Mitch Wright]

Nice Work Brian.

[brian b 36]

brian im thinking of getting a 818 that is un finished from some one who got into a crash with his daly driver and now can not get in the 818 it has a 06 sti for a donor can you pm me on a price the first harness you did for me was great ps aready put together pile of 20 amp fuses thanks brian

[iWire]

You guys crack me up! I'd be glad to upgrade it for you. Just send me $2200 as a gift and I'll build you one out of the kindness of my heart. ;P

If you REALLY wanted it, you could remove the whole harness and send it back. I could modify it to be like the 2.0 harnesses.


brian im thinking of getting a 818 that is un finished from some one who got into a crash with his daly driver and now can not get in the 818 it has a 06 sti for a donor can you pm me on a price the first harness you did for me was great ps aready put together pile of 20 amp fuses thanks brian

Haha! I should post up a fuse donation box so everyone can send their unused fuses to me. I'll hoard them and if people need fuses I'll send them out; but mostly just use them for 818 builds. ;)

PM on the way!

[Bob_n_Cincy]

Hey Brian,
My Running 818 MT5 has an 04 FXT automatic ECU. The ECU has been reflashed to 04 FXT MT.

There was a CANBUS going from the ECU to TCM. Do you think there would be any useful information on that canbus out of the ECU?
I want to use it for a dash display and data logging.
Bob

[iWire]

Hey Brian,
My Running 818 MT5 has an 04 FXT automatic ECU. The ECU has been reflashed to 04 FXT MT.

There was a CANBUS going from the ECU to TCM. Do you think there would be any useful information on that canbus out of the ECU?
I want to use it for a dash display and data logging.
Bob

I doubt it. If you look at the I/O page of the pre CAN TCM modules you'll see the individual signals (likely the same items in digital format for CAN) that are for things like VSS, torque control, AT diagnosis, and MAF.

[iWire]

More modularizing(is that a word?)!

iWire Spec Harness V2.5 now has the rear harness as an independent unit to further increase ease of install and servicing if it is ever needed.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/550.8_zpshunq7rpy.jpg

[wleehendrick]

Nice... where's the link to download the update for my harness? :confused:

[iWire]

Nice... where's the link to download the update for my harness? :confused:

I wish it were that easy! ;P

[Pearldrummer7]

Nice... where's the link to download the update for my harness? :confused:

"You wouldn't download a car, would you?"

[FFRSpec72]

"You wouldn't download a car, would you?"

3D Printer, yes I would

[iWire]

"You wouldn't download a car, would you?"


3D Printer, yes I would

Someday....:D

[iWire]

V3.0 Harness update! Fully modular now which should help speed up and ease install and any servicing of the body and it's speeding up our production process so wait times should begin to drop in the next month.

Combined Full Harness
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/iWire%20R%20Spec%20Harness/555.6_zpsuhocczyk.jpg

Cabin Harness Section
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/iWire%20R%20Spec%20Harness/555.1_zps6dxwvpln.jpg

ECU to Engine Section
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/iWire%20R%20Spec%20Harness/555.4_zpsfnrsobyw.jpg

Front Harness Section
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/iWire%20R%20Spec%20Harness/555.3_zpsuptaovsc.jpg

Rear Harness Section
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/iWire%20R%20Spec%20Harness/555.5_zps1036iqau.jpg

[metros]

Nice improvement! Should decrease install time and improve flexibility on your end for customizing to customers needs.

[iWire]

40th harness and we're booked past 50. Turnaround times are dropping now that we are able to finish one every 3-4 days. People getting in line now should expect approximately 2 months instead of 3.

[iWire]

We're always trying to improve our harnesses. Next step adhesive lined shrink tube to seal, add strain relief, and clamp the split sleeve. Plus we think it looks really cool!

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/2015-09-08%2014.17.28_zpsxusp57ly.jpg

[bbjones121]

Can I just ask...since you have backlog and many builders are the DIYers (obviously)...can you please offer a package with connectors and directions so we can do it ourselves? $2200 is steep, but I understand the time involved and reason for cost. I would think there would be others interested in a package that just had connectors, module color guide and lengths. We could purchase our own wire and bundling, we could splice, solder, extend,shrink, bundle, etc. on our own. You could possibly sell a lot and do it quickly

[bbjones121]

You could probably just number every connector on your layout, say connect 1 to 7, 8 to 2, 3 to 5, etc., then write distances on the board and just take an overhead picture for your guide.

[iWire]

Can I just ask...since you have backlog and many builders are the DIYers (obviously)...can you please offer a package with connectors and directions so we can do it ourselves? $2200 is steep, but I understand the time involved and reason for cost. I would think there would be others interested in a package that just had connectors, module color guide and lengths. We could purchase our own wire and bundling, we could splice, solder, extend,shrink, bundle, etc. on our own. You could possibly sell a lot and do it quickly


You could probably just number every connector on your layout, say connect 1 to 7, 8 to 2, 3 to 5, etc., then write distances on the board and just take an overhead picture for your guide.

We have considered this but our biggest concern is providing good value for your dollar, which we feel that we have done well with the completed harness. The problem with value on a DIY product is that logistics of describing how build to build it would be pretty complex. Sure we can give you the parts, but step by step directions on how to piece it together would be a novel since there are just so many little things along the way. We would have to find a middle ground on that front. That is all to say that it is something we will continue to work on.

To help us out, how much would you pay for for a DIY style product?

[redfogo]

I also would love a DIY kit. I just love to DIY, I made my own harness for my MR2 it worked out well. The 818 should be a bit more but seems manageable. Honestly I would love to just be able to be able to buy a list of connectors that are needed to run the 818 or if you could provide it for free that works too :). I just want to know what all is needed to make the ECU happy I feel there are lots of connectors and relays I wont be needing but since I have never done a Subaru harness I don't know what is all actually needed to make the car run with ___put relay or connector here_ deleted. A simple list would do it for me. I trimmed and deleted connectors on my mr2 because I had a running car to test thing on. I don't have a wrx I can test things on in this case sadly.

However if all I had to do was source my own harness and I was able to buy a DIY kit from you that included everything minus the OEM connectors I would think a price in the three digits would be reasonable? I know the non OEM connectors can get expensive as can buying different color wiring unless you get it in bulk. I don't mind having to terminate my own ends or even cutting the length of my wire so long as you tell me how long it need to be. If you need a test subject let me know I have decent experience and would love to be a test subject if you need one. Or if I could just buy the list of "safe to remove" relays and connectors my wallet is ready!

[PleiadsMan]

I would pay 3 digits just for the instructions and connectors. I'm pretty good at wiring too but with someone with amazing knowledge like Brian; I would be willing to pay. I want to wire up a push to start and ignition switch but the immobilizer system just gets confusing.

[PleiadsMan]

Since this harness is a complete build, having a DIY option would open the door to so many more customers wanting to do this car. For most people the turn off is the harness, most of the work for you would be prepping everything for instructions initially, after that its just cut, print pack and ship. Ill be the Beta tester for you

Considering most of the money being spent is the labor for the harness, I would pay for connectors and instructions about $500-600. and $700 with the wires included.

[iWire]

Thanks for the input guys! Given what it costs for the parts we use, I don't think it would be less than $600 for a kit.

What about something closer to $900 that had the fuseboxes prewired?

No guarantees, but we will continue to look at it and see if we can provide something that has good value to you guys.

[SnyderJD]

Thanks for the input guys! Given what it costs for the parts we use, I don't think it would be less than $600 for a kit.

What about something closer to $900 that had the fuseboxes prewired?

No guarantees, but we will continue to look at it and see if we can provide something that has good value to you guys.

I like the idea of a DIY option very much. Id' want to see exactly what that DIY option looks like. As it stands now, I am looking at working with one of my buddies and building out a harness from scratch.

[redfogo]

Thanks for the input guys! Given what it costs for the parts we use, I don't think it would be less than $600 for a kit.

What about something closer to $900 that had the fuseboxes prewired?

No guarantees, but we will continue to look at it and see if we can provide something that has good value to you guys.

Hmmmm more details on the idea :) We are closer to my range of things that's for sure. Of course cheaper is always better, but I also know this has to be worth your time and I know materials aren't cheap whether I bought your kit or tried to make my own unless I reuse lots of wiring. Please don't loose site of the idea :). You are peaking my interest!

[PleiadsMan]

Sent you a PM about your from scratch harness

[PleiadsMan]

Anything that would limit the cost and time for you, also helps us out, an already pre wired fuse box sounds great. Maybe a few options for people to decide on what they want. Keep us posted!

[bbjones121]

I think I would be in with that option.

[Mechie3]

At the $900 option I would have jumped in much sooner. At the $2k option I had to sell more ZerodB parts. I agree that for many people like myself (mechanical guys, not hardcore EE's) the wiring is the most daunting part.

[07FIREBLADE]

With a diy option you really have a lot of work to do still also at the same time you will be limiting the quality of the build. From personal experience of dieting my own harness and then going with the iWire harness I can tell you that it is easily the best money spent on this project. Like mechie said mechanical guys find this part of the build very daunting. Even with a word by word breakdown of what to do exactly it is really hard to replicate what goes into building an iWire quality harness.

Unless you have a strong background or comfortable doing your own wiring you will spend countless hours trying to replicate a harness even if you are given the parts and a guide. Add on top of that the trying to troubleshoot any problems that may occur if you mess any of the wiring up. In hindsight after the build if unsuccessful, you would send the harness attempt in to be fix/finished. There are so many intricate details and tricks that go into building a great quality harness. You wouldn't have this experience to draw on if trying to diy a harness. It's just easier to buy a finished one.

I'm not trying to rant, I would of loved a diy harness when I was doing my own but it's not available. Also now that I have been working for Brian and I've helped build so many of the 818 harness. I feel confident in saying that it's really worth every penny. It's not something that you can just throw together and get right the first time. With the 2k harness your not only buying a completely built harness to your spec your also buying the experience/tech support that comes with these types of things. When a harness leaves iWire, your wiring will be the last thing on your list of possible areas to ever trouble shoot. Your car will simply run if you have everything mechanical working the first time you try. We really make something that is a huge daunting task and turn in into a plug and play mechanical job.

[bbjones121]

DIY would be awesome. The majority of people building this car are the DIY type.

[iWire]

DIY would be awesome. The majority of people building this car are the DIY type.

I agree with this 100%, but there is a difference in mechanical DIY and electrical DIY. Wouldn't you agree that a majority of people who decided to build this car were interested the mechanical aspects of the build, not the nuisances of modern electrical systems? This is why at the heart of we do, we wan't to turn that electrical process into a mechanical one. Like Robert (Fireblade) mentioned, there is so much going on behind the scenes that comes with experience and knowledge. A DIY kit is just not going to be able to translate all of that, so when someone without an electrical background goes to build it the end result is just not going to replicate what we create here.

To Robert's point about tech support. This comes as a bonus to purchasing a harness from us. We will help as much as we possibly can and our customers can vouch for that. We would not be able to provide that support to the DIY customers because it would just be too daunting and not being a helpful resource to someone who has purchased from us not something we would feel right about doing.

[Mechie3]

To Robert's point about tech support. This comes as a bonus to purchasing a harness from us.

I'll admit, this is something I was looking forward to when I sent you my harness. No more "oh crap...it didn't do what I thought......now what? Let's see...what wires did I cut? Oh....all of them...right...........crap".

[bbjones121]

Honestly, a guide that says which wires need to go where would be extremely helpful. I know you put something together for this Mechie. A more useful thing is distances/lengths which could be labeled on an overview photo.

A lot of people could probably follow a DIY kit if you just take a high resolution photo of your layout, then label each connector (ie, A, B, C, etc.) then have a photo of each connector with wires spread out and mark each wire (ie, A1,A2,A31, etc.) then say A31 connects to B11, A2 connects to C3/B4/andE5, etc.

[Hindsight]

I will add that Brian is very helpful even if you don't buy a harness from him!

[redfogo]

Honestly, a guide that says which wires need to go where would be extremely helpful. I know you put something together for this Mechie. A more useful thing is distances.

Honestly a lot of people could probably follow a DIY kit if you just take a high resolution photo of your layout, then label each connector (ie, A, B, C, etc.) then have a photo of each connector with wires spread out and mark each wire (ie, A1,A2,A31, etc.) then say A31 connects to B11, A2 connects to C3/B4/andE5, etc.

I would love just a complete and 100% correct list. I am working on one right now, just trying work out the kinks before I take large scale pictures. If I just had a known working list it would streamline documenting with the fear of being wrong.

[Mechie3]

You can find my thread somewhere. It's a long excel spreadsheet of all the wires needed/not needed, but it was made from a dieting POV, not a build up POV. It's a least a start. The hard part is that every model year is a little different and various options (auto HVAC, etc) make it different.

[redfogo]

You can find my thread somewhere. It's a long excel spreadsheet of all the wires needed/not needed, but it was made from a dieting POV, not a build up POV. It's a least a start. The hard part is that every model year is a little different and various options (auto HVAC, etc) make it different.

I saw that thread I am starting to add its findings over to my documentation. I just feel something form the "Wire king" might be the be all end all documentation if he already has it together. However if not no worries, in between your info and other info I'm finding I hope to be able to complete a list of 02-03 wiring that can be deleted.

[TouchStone]

I saw that thread I am starting to add its findings over to my documentation. I just feel something form the "Wire king" might be the be all end all documentation if he already has it together. However if not no worries, in between your info and other info I'm finding I hope to be able to complete a list of 02-03 wiring that can be deleted.

If your doing your wiring for an 03 you'll find my documentation to be helpful as well.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?16780-JJ-s-818s-Build&p=211804&viewfull=1#post211804

[C.Plavan]

I agree with this 100%, but there is a difference in mechanical DIY and electrical DIY. Wouldn't you agree that a majority of people who decided to build this car were interested the mechanical aspects of the build, not the nuisances of modern electrical systems? This is why at the heart of we do, we wan't to turn that electrical process into a mechanical one. Like Robert (Fireblade) mentioned, there is so much going on behind the scenes that comes with experience and knowledge. A DIY kit is just not going to be able to translate all of that, so when someone without an electrical background goes to build it the end result is just not going to replicate what we create here.

To Robert's point about tech support. This comes as a bonus to purchasing a harness from us. We will help as much as we possibly can and our customers can vouch for that. We would not be able to provide that support to the DIY customers because it would just be too daunting and not being a helpful resource to someone who has purchased from us not something we would feel right about doing.

I have to agree with Brian 100%. I'm a DIY type, but throw in the towel when it comes to electrical. There is no benefit for him to offer a DIY kit for $900-$1200. You are not only buying wire and plugs, you are buying his expertise and knowledge. If you think that is too much $ for a "Full Service" harness, then you can have fun doing it yourself. If anyone thinks that if Brian is doing a disservice not offering a lower price point DIY wiring harness, you should direct your frustration towards FFR if you feel you need to. It is their kit they sold you after all. I can only imagine what headaches would come from the constant phone calls or questions. It's not worth it at this point for him. He is booked for months with "Full Service" harnesses.

Brian saw an opportunity to create a plug and play wiring harness for the 818. I'm sure glad he did, otherwise I probably would have been still tangled up in wire in the garage after 100+ hours of frustration. Yes, the harness is expensive, but worth every penny.

[bbjones121]

I completely agree that out is worth every penny for those that are not electrical diy types. An expensive paint job for the 818 is also worth every penny for someone who doesn't know how to paint a car...but there are electrical DIY types that are getting ignored. This project has many steps, some I can handle others I can't. I was hoping to pay for some of those measurements and directions that iwire has already obtained so that I may spend more money on something I am less familiar with, painting. It is fairly obvious the philosophy in here and it is probably better not to offer a DIY given the defensible reaction from people who have already spent the $2k+.

[Zodiac]

I have a question as far as the SBF (slow blow fuse) if they are being eliminated or if there are mini blade versions. I have not been able to find mini blade versions myself so I haven't been able to see how to implement and SBF into the cooper bussman fuse/relay holders. What's the solution?

[iWire]

We appreciate the kind words over here Chad.


I completely agree that out is worth every penny for those that are not electrical diy types. An expensive paint job for the 818 is also worth every penny for someone who doesn't know how to paint a car...but there are electrical DIY types that are getting ignored. This project has many steps, some I can handle others I can't. I was hoping to pay for some of those measurements and directions that iwire has already obtained so that I may spend more money on something I am less familiar with, painting. It is fairly obvious the philosophy in here and it is probably better not to offer a DIY given the defensible reaction from people who have already spent the $2k+.

Let's keep it civil here please.

It sounds like you have an electrical background which means this is something that is easier for you, that's awesome, but the problem from a business stand point with a DIY kit is that not everyone will. If so, how do we as a business deal with that? Most people will go for the cheaper option even if they may not have the technical knowledge to do it. Maybe part of the problem here is looking at what we provide as a service when it's really a product that has built in intellectual property. We spent a lot of time in figuring out how to do it, and are continuously improving on it. We would be giving away all of that with a DIY kit.


I have a question as far as the SBF (slow blow fuse) if they are being eliminated or if there are mini blade versions. I have not been able to find mini blade versions myself so I haven't been able to see how to implement and SBF into the cooper bussman fuse/relay holders. What's the solution?

Simple answer is that you will not need the SBFs due to having a simplified harness. Subaru uses them to protect the alternator/battery for bigger loads (you'll see that are from 30-50 amp) that spike temporarily (initial start of the window motor). Since you'll be splitting up the systems, most of your fuses won't need to exceed 30 amps and should be relatively stable with load. If you find that something does exceed it, like the power windows, you'll use a circuit breaker or something similar that can handle it.

[bbjones121]

Sorry Brian, don't get me wrong, I think you do a great job for the niche market. Having Mechie/Craig ask for a harness after all the work that he did in his wiring harness thread speaks only positive for your product. I definitely promote your product outside of these forums. A couple weeks ago, a guy who stopped by to help me with my 818 is planning on swapping a 2.5 ej247 block into his old model legacy. I completely sold your harness idea to him. I personally don't think people that would spend over $600 for a diy kit would go behind your back and give it out, but we all are human in this world, so who knows.

[iWire]

Sorry Brian, don't get me wrong, I think you do a great job for the niche market. Having Mechie/Craig ask for a harness after all the work that he did in his wiring harness thread speaks only positive for your product. I definitely promote your product outside of these forums. A couple weeks ago, a guy who stopped by to help me with my 818 is planning on swapping a 2.5 ej247 block into his old model legacy. I completely sold your harness idea to him. I personally don't think people that would spend over $600 for a diy kit would go behind your back and give it out, but we all are human in this world, so who knows.

Thank you so much, I really appreciate spreading the word. We wouldn't have gotten this far without people like you saying nice things about us. I just want to be upfront and honest about what's going on over here. I completely respect the fact people want to build it themselves and will help where I can, but only if it makes sense for the business.

It would only be a matter of time before someone posted it up somewhere, just the world we live in. :/

[RM1SepEx]

I have to agree with Brian 100%. I'm a DIY type, but throw in the towel when it comes to electrical. There is no benefit for him to offer a DIY kit for $900-$1200. You are not only buying wire and plugs, you are buying his expertise and knowledge. If you think that is too much $ for a "Full Service" harness, then you can have fun doing it yourself. If anyone thinks that if Brian is doing a disservice not offering a lower price point DIY wiring harness, you should direct your frustration towards FFR if you feel you need to. It is their kit they sold you after all. I can only imagine what headaches would come from the constant phone calls or questions. It's not worth it at this point for him. He is booked for months with "Full Service" harnesses.

Brian saw an opportunity to create a plug and play wiring harness for the 818. I'm sure glad he did, otherwise I probably would have been still tangled up in wire in the garage after 100+ hours of frustration. Yes, the harness is expensive, but worth every penny.

AMEN, mine is absolutely lovely and is so clean. The rats nest is gone! My harness issues made me think the car would be unreliable. Brian's is production worthy. AND Brian is a joy to deal with is you have questions too!

[iWire]

AMEN, mine is absolutely lovely and is so clean. The rats nest is gone! My harness issues made me think the car would be unreliable. Brian's is production worthy. AND Brian is a joy to deal with is you have questions too!

Thanks Dan! Glad to hear your happy.

And we helped get another 818 go karted all the way on the other side of the world!

David C's Australian 06 WRX Powered RHD 818 R
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.994412517255677.1073742191.115786161784988&type=3
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[Mechie3]

You guys are working on mine right now!!

[07FIREBLADE]

I finished most of the engine side for yours last week. It was a bit of a challenge to get everything routed to match your previous routing but it came out great. No where nearly as difficult as David's C. from Australia and his came out great.

[Mechie3]

I just like to cause trouble I guess. ;)

[RM1SepEx]

I just like to cause trouble I guess. ;)

Inherent to our engineering background... I had an old boss that said I had to be moved around on new projects so often because if he didn't I'd break something so I could fix it!

Brian was amazingly responsive and helpful with my running issues, my eventual fuel starvation issues timing coincided with getting the new harness. If I started with Brian's harness I would have totally removed the center console tubing since it isn'rt structural and would have had more room for seats.

[PleiadsMan]

Brian is an awesome guy, he's totally helpful even with his busy schedule

[svanlare]

I second that opinion. Hugely helpful long before I decide to stop doing the wiring myself and switch to his harness.

[PleiadsMan]

I second that opinion. Hugely helpful long before I decide to stop doing the wiring myself and switch to his harness.

Same here, I would have bought it already Of it wasn't such a wait

[PleiadsMan]

Thanks Dan! Glad to hear your happy.

And we helped get another 818 go karted all the way on the other side of the world!

David C's Australian 06 WRX Powered RHD 818 R
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.994412517255677.1073742191.115786161784988&type=3
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/unnamed%201_zpsv98tm29j.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/unnamed_zpss9s99rl0.jpg

Man RHD looks sweet

[iWire]

Same here, I would have bought it already Of it wasn't such a wait

Wait is approximately 6 weeks right now. How fast do you need it?


I second that opinion. Hugely helpful long before I decide to stop doing the wiring myself and switch to his harness.
Thanks guys! Spent all day on the phone yesterday since apparently a lot of people had Columbus Day off. Haha As a result I'm finishing your harness right now (instead of yesterday). Just need to bench test and wrap it up tomorrow so it can be in the box by tomorrow afternoon.

[indiana818]

sorry to bother you but i am in a twitter with my 818 problem
i made the mistake of buying a vcp harness and I believe he wired the harness for a 2.5 turbo out of a 2002 impreza
I have a 2002 2.5 ej25 non turbo engine the ecu is not right related to the iac valve mine has 6 wires and the turbo version only has 3
is there a fix you would recommend? I did a continuity test and show 1 red wire coming from the ecu (tech s) to the iac valve
kerry sylvester
765 675 7949
email: rimexlighting@yahoo.com

symptoms of the engine iac valve doesnt talk to ecu or move in or out when i turn on and off the key

[iWire]

sorry to bother you but i am in a twitter with my 818 problem
i made the mistake of buying a vcp harness and I believe he wired the harness for a 2.5 turbo out of a 2002 impreza
I have a 2002 2.5 ej25 non turbo engine the ecu is not right related to the iac valve mine has 6 wires and the turbo version only has 3
is there a fix you would recommend? I did a continuity test and show 1 red wire coming from the ecu (tech s) to the iac valve
kerry sylvester
765 675 7949
email: rimexlighting@yahoo.com

symptoms of the engine iac valve doesnt talk to ecu or move in or out when i turn on and off the key

Sorry about the delay on the response. It didn't pop in my notifications for some reason. I'm sure Wayne can help you out (he has an outstanding reputation) so I would go back to him. To answer your question, there are serious differences between the turbo and non turbo harnesses and ECUs. If that is the case it would probably need to be redone with the non turbo harness and ECU.

Just finished up Mechie3/Zero Decibel Motorsports harness and it turned out great! :D
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/583.8_zps83xpwcka.jpg

[Mechie3]

Looks so much better than the previous mess I made. :D

[C.Plavan]

Looks so much better than the previous mess I made. :D

I just can't wait for you at have a finished car. Well, sort of finished since you keep making upgrades. :)

[iWire]

Happy Halloween from the iWire Crew!

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[Hindsight]

Mooooltipass!

[STiPWRD]

Fantastic lol, bada-boom

[metros]

Anybody else have a thing for that chick while growing up?

[iWire]

Anybody else have a thing for that chick while growing up?

I didn't think having a thing for Mila ever stops. ;D

[Ken Allwine]

I'm curious if you plan to build a coupe harness to work with the ecoboost engine?

[svanlare]

Outstanding choice on the halloween outfit!

Dropped the harness in on Sunday and powered up the car for the first time. Have to say, 1 day to make sure I labelled everything and knew what was what and 1 day to hook it up, zip tie it in place and turn it on. Very happy with the results. Now if I can finish a list of odds and ends we'll try to start the sucker soon.

Thanks

[iWire]

I'm curious if you plan to build a coupe harness to work with the ecoboost engine?

We can address it, sure. Might be modifying what Ford already makes to work with our body harness. I'll be at SEMA this week so hopefully I can get some details from FF about it.


Outstanding choice on the halloween outfit!

Dropped the harness in on Sunday and powered up the car for the first time. Have to say, 1 day to make sure I labelled everything and knew what was what and 1 day to hook it up, zip tie it in place and turn it on. Very happy with the results. Now if I can finish a list of odds and ends we'll try to start the sucker soon.

Thanks

:D

Glad to hear it! Let's get that thing fired up.

[iWire]

We'll be here at SEMA for the rest of the day so say hi if you're here!

[iWire]

Just a quick update that we will be adding a 3rd fusebox to all coupe builds (unless otherwise requested) to allow for accessory power in order to run all of the creature comforts that will become available with the hardtop. With this change will be a pricing update. More details to come soon.

Even with the added fuse box, the complete harness with all modules, fuses, circuit breaker, battery/alt cables, etc still comes in at 26lbs.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/590.9_zpsw7lby55a.jpg

[iWire]

Harness build number #50 and 600 builds since iWire began! Thanks for the support everyone and keep em coming! :D

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[Mitch Wright]

Brian, will you be attending the PRI show?

[iWire]

Brian, will you be attending the PRI show?

Unfortunately there is too much going on here right now, but I definitely wanted to. It'll be on the calendar for next year. I take it you'll be there?

[Mitch Wright]

Yes we will be making our annual pilgrimage to Indy.

[iWire]

First Coupe build out the door. Not too much different other than a whole bunch of plugs for all of the accent lights, which by the way, are purely that. Don't expect them to run as a DRL. For now we have to plug each light separately so that each LED can get into the housing first, lock down, then get a plug on top. Once the headlight buckets show up, we can build a simplified version that runs all of the accent lights and turn signal into a single plugs like the older front end.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/610.8_zpsybcuufw0.jpg

Coupe harness with 3RD accessory fusebox.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/610.5_zps43adoffs.jpg

And some fun news. We will be starting 2016 with harness v4.0 that will be a complete update from headlights to taillights to tighten things up, rethink others, and update the manual with new install pictures and precise mounting instructions. We'll also be including mounting hardware. The pricing structure will get updated and I think you guys will be pretty happy with it. Keep an eye out for a new thread in this sub forum that will be asking for feedback as we go along.

Thanks for Flynntuna (George) for being gracious enough to allow us to use his chassis for the revisions.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/2015-12-19%2015.14.50_zpsunxkjcpa.jpg

[Mitch Wright]

Keep up the great work.

[metros]

Is there an easy add on for the updated front ends for customers who have already purchased a harness and decided to upgrade the nose? :)

[coloskydiver]

Is there an easy add on for the updated front ends for customers who have already purchased a harness and decided to upgrade the nose? :)

Great question! I am in that same boat and will need to know what my options are.

[NBinSD]

Great question! I am in that same boat and will need to know what my options are.

Me three

[iWire]

Is there an easy add on for the updated front ends for customers who have already purchased a harness and decided to upgrade the nose? :)


Great question! I am in that same boat and will need to know what my options are.


Me three

Easy answer for guys who are modular, but if you are pre-modular then it's a bit tougher. For modular we'll ship you a new front harness (approx $400) that has the necessary plugs and updates to get the headlights working properly. The trick on this is that the high beam is just a shutter so the low beams need to stay on with high beams unlike the older style where they flip flop. It just means 2 extra relays mounted to the front to get this to happen.

For the non modular guys, I'll have to come with a small DIY package with a jumper of some sort and instructions to adapt the front end. It won't be as pretty as just replacing that section, but it'll get the job done.

[iWire]

Sneak peak of what we'll be including with the new harness. It will also be available for sale individually. This is a prototype but the end product will be pretty slick.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d123/keenerrs/20151229_154852_zpsytukgpza.jpg

[longislandwrx]

awesome... this would have interfered with my surge tank setup, good thing I can easily move it at this stage of my build.

keep up the great improvements!