Update 12
I just found out my 98 trans won’t work so time to swap in a 2014 wrx trans!
Manged to get the 2014 WRX trans in I didn’t feel like sourcing axles again so I bought the pre-assembled units form FFR. 2014 trans works with the 07 axles in case you need to know. 😀
My trans came with what looks like copies of moore blast plates. Seemed like it was worth a shot keeping plus I didn’t have the original bolts so it was the best option. If your using the shift linkage set up from Zero Decibel they won’t fit though. I was unwilling to give up my Zero Decibel for silly plates so I made a compromise I left one side alone and cut the other side. I have no idea if they will even help now or not, if anyone knows let me know otherwise I might just have to find some factory hardware. For now here are some pictures on how I cut and welded them to clear.
I started installed all my hush mat sound and heat proofing
I also got a little bit farther on my center console set up looks like after I weld the tabs on the parking brake a different direction I should be able to keep the Impreza parking brake and Impreza factory parking cables without needing to adjust much. I also added an armrest storage section from a Porsche 1984 944.
Finally got my coolant overflow tank mounted as well. Its 1.5qt aluminum tank.
