Tinobag's '99 Legacy GT 12/10 Its Been A While...

[Tinobag]

MODS!

Engine/Performance:
-Snorkus delete
-TurboXS 2.5" catback
-A/C Delete
-Powersteering Delete

Suspension/Handling:
-Raceland Coilovers
-'05 WRX Rims
-205/55/16 Hankook Ventus V4's

Brakes:
-Hawk HPS brake pads

Exterior:
-Debadged
-Custom Front Bumper
-Custom Grill


Lighting:
-Retrofit Morimotto Mini Projector's W/ 5000K Bulbs
-One Piece USDM reflector headlights
-GT-B Style Foglights

Interior:
-Custom Gray Door Cards
-Custom Gray Shift Boot with Red Stitching
-Killer B Delrin Shift Knob (Polished Black)
-Custom Gray Trim Pieces
-Custom Red LED Cluster Lighting
-Custom Red LED HVAC Lighting
-Gauge Cluster
-Relocated HVAC Controls


Audio/Video:
-Pioneer DEH-63UB Stereo

Plans/Upcoming Mods:
2.2 Turbo
Sway Bars
End Links
2.2+2.5 Heads+Turbo :smt023
JDM tails


Parts Laying Around:
+5mm H&R Wheel Spacers
TD-04
'02 WRX Intercooler
Wrapped Up-Pipe
Wrapped Down-Pipe
Wrapped Turbo Ex. Manifold
EJ25 DOHC Heads
EJ25 Intake Manifold

Turbonetics MBC

:smt031

One of when I got her.
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf0013.jpg

And how she sits now.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/09/DSCF00032520252822529JPG-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/09/DSCF6018JPG-1.jpg

[geckoboy86]

More pics plz.

How well do the HIDs work with you standard headlight?

[r3v_v3ng3]

are you planning to do black on the roof or with the hood too?

[Tinobag]

I was going to paint the entire car Dark Gray Metallic. Thats what the hood and front bumper currently are. But I've been thinking about a white or darker black. I haven't made up my mind which one I like more, which is fine because I don't have the money to get it painted :grin:

Anyway, here's another picture...

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf0008.jpg

[Tinobag]

Gecko, my HIDs actually shorted the same day you asked me that... :smt021 They did work really well. However my adjustment tabs are broken so they were aimed way to far down to be super effective.

This weekend I'm hoping to finally get my Exhaust to 100%. Its currently leaking most of the gasses out of the joint where the midpipe meets up to the cat. I don't exactly know which gasket should go there. One, because it didn't have it on when I took off the old exhaust, and two because I can't find it written anywhere.

Anyway, I finally got off my ass and filled out some job applications. I had my first interview today, and I think I'm going to get the job! :eek: Hopefully I can get some income here and start buying some parts for the car.

[Tinobag]

Here's a few more of my favorite pictures...


http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dsc02667.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf4003_2.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page2_dsc02257.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dsc_0009.jpg

And here's a video of my AutoX lap. I wasn't pushing as hard as I could have. I was trying not to break anything because I had to drive the car to PA in a few days...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEOsznw0Wsk

[Tinobag]

Okay. So true to my word, I went to the local NAPA and picked up a gasket for my exhaust (right).

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf4010.jpg

Its much thicker than the one I had in there previously (left).

I fitted it up to the joint and started the car. It was still leaking gasses almost as bad as when I had to thin one in. So I picked up ANOTHER thin gasket and sandwiched them behind the big one hoping to get a better result.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf4018.jpg

It sealed it much better than before, but Its still leaking through the top and bottom. And now I have bigger fish to deal with... :smt011

You may have noticed my front bumper. Not that its a different color than most of the car, nooo. But rather that the air dam opening is larger than stock. I will post up my build on that tomorrow, or maybe tonight if I get bored (very likely).

[Huffer]

You have the right donut gasket, that's all you should need - just make sure the surfaces of each exhaust pipe are clean and seal right. You may have it installed backwards.

[Tinobag]

The cat side of the Seal isn't straight, and it has some residue on it that's caked on pretty good. I will probably clean it when I get it up onto a lift at school.

Here's my bumper build:

So I was going to paint my car "Dark Gray Metallic" (Subaru Paint code 222) And I had the bumper off. It was then I decided that if I want going to turbocharge my car I would want more room for air to get into my radiator and Intercooler. I decided widening it would be a cheaper alternative to finding and buying a GT-B limited front bumper. I went out and bought some fiberglass cloth and resin. Then I got to work.

The Paint:
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_293923_2393170591287_1311570736_2883264_1888147_n.jpg

Heres the car all stripped down. Notice she doesn't have a wing. I had the trunk off too, but I didn't have time to paint those.
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_2011-08-21_17.54.43.jpg

Fiberglassed the back of the bumper...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_2011-08-20_13.33.12.jpg

Edges sanded down and fiberglassed...

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_2011-08-20_17.17.26.jpg

Bondo-ed...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_2011-08-21_10.12.25.jpg
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_2011-08-21_10.12.31.jpg

Cut the bumper bar...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_2011-08-20_13.19.22.jpg

Sanded...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

Primer after a wetsand...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

Color coat, clear and done!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

Here's a before and after...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page2_bumper-1.jpg


On to the hood. It was much easier to do because I didn't have to cut, fiberglass, or bondo anything...

Primer...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_20110820_151-1.jpg

Colored, cleared, and done!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page1_306772_23937-1.jpg

[r3v_v3ng3]

You fiberglassed over plastic? And use bondo? :shock:

[Tinobag]

Yeah... is that a no no?

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

You fiberglassed over plastic? And use bondo? :shock:
Yeah... is that a no no?

YES! You never ever ever EVER bondo a plastic piece. The bondo cracks, and will eventually chip off! You use a certain plastic repair material to fill in any imperfections.

[Tinobag]

Eh, that's alright. I just hope by that time I will have a JDM bumper of some sort. Thanks for the info though. I really had no idea.

[r3v_v3ng3]

Fiberglass too, doesnt stick to the plastic very well. You can use the fiberglass mat but has to be with like a two part urethane glue not a resin. Once it sees vibration or just a little bump, it will crack. Plastic takes different way to fix/prep. Its kool thats how you learn.

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

Other than that the car looks really good!

[Tinobag]

hahaha! Thanks. I try. Next up is suspension...

[Tinobag]

Got my Decals a couple days ago! Sadly it was raining when I got them.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

However today it was not raining so...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf4001-1.jpg

Woohoo! I'm reppin now! :smt023

[Tinobag]

How to I change the title of the post to reflect whats going on inside?

[r3v_v3ng3]

Edit your first post and it will allow you to change the title

[Tinobag]

Thanks r3v.

Today I started a new project, re upholstering my window visors. The gray fabric was worn and fading so I decided to redo them in black. I should have pics of the process tomorrow.

[r3v_v3ng3]

no problem. any pics of the window visors?

[Tinobag]

no problem. any pics of the window visors?
Sadly they didn't turn out how I wanted them. So I'm going to re-do them sometime. I did however pick up a set of one-piece headlights.


http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf4010_2.jpg
The lens on the right is a bit older than the one on the left. I got them off two different cars in a junk yard. I have already sanded it down and removed most of the gunk. I just need to buy some polish to clean it further.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page3_dscf4005_2.jpg
Amber delete? I think yes... :grin:

[chuckthefuk]

This build makes me happy!

Love the bumper! Keep it up

[r3v_v3ng3]

Sand the headlight with 1000grit and shoot clear over the headlights instead of polishing it. It will come out better

[geckoboy86]

You're using 9007 bulbs? I thought BD Legacys are 9003/H4.

[98legwag]

You're using 9007 bulbs? I thought BD Legacys are 9003/H4.

The 98-99s are 9007.

[Chief]

nice work, buddy!!!! I want this sticker))https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

[Tinobag]

Sand the headlight with 1000grit and shoot clear over the headlights instead of polishing it. It will come out better
I used 600G and 1500G wetsand paper. Then I polished them up with some "Mothers" plastic polish. The lens looks much better now. I should have some pictures up after school today.



You're using 9007 bulbs? I thought BD Legacys are 9003/H4.

The 98-99s are 9007.

Yeah the two-piece headlights use 9007, while my new one-piece headlights use H4s. I managed to salvage the bulbs, but I don't have the right connectors. I'm going to get them in a couple days and then solder them in. But I don't have a soldering Iron... Right now I have the 9007s jammed in there with some cardboard around them. ghetto rigged, I know. But it works.

[Tinobag]

Here's how it looked after two doses of polish:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

The adjustment screws/levels are also in perfect condition:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/
CAUTION :grin:

[Tinobag]

SNOW! This will be the first winter I have owned the car and I'm very excited. However my current tires are dangerously bald and will need replacing before any heavy snowfall.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

[Zac]

looking good bro!

Should really wetsand and power polish that bumper though to get rid of the dry spray!

[Tinobag]

UPDATE!

I finally got H4 connectors for the bulbs that fit in the one-piece headlights. Today I wired them up.

Here are the connectors. (Right H4, Left 9007)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf5002.jpg

And I have another seized Caliper... :smt013

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf5012.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf5015.jpg

[Tinobag]

Hey gang, I know its been a while since I updated my ride. I've been busy with school so I haven't had time to do much of anything. Nothing new to report other than finding this...

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf6015.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf6016.jpg
not goooood.

[bulldozer24]

looks like valve cover gaskets to me, just did mine a couple of weeks ago. it not to hard, just put some rtv on the edges and you will be golden

[Tinobag]

Did you have to pull the engine to get at them?

[bulldozer24]

no you don't have to pull the engine,
here is a diy
viewtopic.php?f=39&t=12784&hilit=diy+valve+cover (http://www.sl-i.net/FORUM/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=12784&hilit=diy+valve+cover)

and the parts
http://www.ebay.com/itm/200566575313?ss ... 1439.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/200566575313?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649)

[Tinobag]

Thanks! Now I just need to find some time to get 'em done.

[Navi271]

lol, the underside of my car looks exactly the same at the moment, except its my drivers side valve cover gasket that's leaking, and there's something else leaking as well. I can't get to it til after finals!! I'd be careful about using ebay stuff. My valve cover gasket that's leaking only lasted about 1 year, and that was some ebay brand. Some of my local subie friends have had bad luck with going cheap on gaskets as well. I'm probably going to go OEM.

[bulldozer24]

well 99gtlimited, who posted the diy, has had them for nearly three years now unless he has changed them again. maybe he will chime in if he has had any problems or not.

[Tinobag]

Actually Navi, both sides are leaking. I just chose to take a picture of that side because its worse.

UPDATE: I finally got my oil changed! I had bought the oil and filter but didn't have anywhere to drain the oil. So today I just took it to a shop and got it done. I also topped off my P/S fluid, FINALLY fixed my exhaust and cleaned up the engine bay a bit.

Productivity! :smt023


Oh yeah. Here's a little hint about an upcoming mod...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf6022.jpg

[Tinobag]

Okay, I got some LED strips in the mail and changed my gauges. The only problem is I broke my temp needle, and now my RPM gauge doesn't work :-(

Oh well, at least they look amazing.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page2_DSCF6051.JPG

In other news; I finally got some new tires!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/hanhv6ang-1.jpg
Their Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105's

Should be here by the 15th :grin:

[Tinobag]

So my tires were delivered last night at some point while I was gone. Now I just have to find some time to mount them up. As you can see I needed them really badly haha :grin:

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf6061.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page4_dscf6060.jpg

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_dscf6063.jpg

I'm hoping to have them on tomorrow...

[chuckthefuk]

holy slicks

[Tinobag]

I know right?!

[Tinobag]

Hey guys! I finally got my tires mounted up in class. I can feel the difference with the grip when I'm corning. Its awesome. :smt016

Oh yeah, and I played around with photoshop which only made me really want to find a set of lowering springs and some struts. The problem is I don't really want to pay for new ones. (And I would prefer coilovers). If anybody can point me towards a cheap set of used H&R's or other lowering spring and struts please let me know. I do browse the RS25, SLi and NASIOC classifieds but maybe I missed something...

Anyway I'm thinking about a trunk lip for the car. I'm not really digging the mini wing and don't want to go all out wingless. Maybe like the Do-Luck (?) one for the Imprezas but I don't know how that would look and how I would manage to fit one... Ideas?

[chuckthefuk]

04' Sti struts + Sti lowering springs.. Best bang for your buck.

[Tinobag]

would WRX springs fit on stock struts? I know I should search, but both search boxes at the top of the site don't work?

[chuckthefuk]

Fronts yes... rears will bounce around..

[Tinobag]

Okay, what about the search bars? Is it just my incompetence? Whenever I enter anything in the google bar it says "no results" and the other one finds all the words in any thread on the forum. Is there a search thats specific to a thread?

[chuckthefuk]

No it just sucks.. we are working on new software.. stay tight.

use google

type --> site:sl-i.net searchterm

http://www.google.ca/#sclient=psy-ab&hl ... 22&bih=683 (http://www.google.ca/#sclient=psy-ab&hl=en&site=&source=hp&q=site:sl-i.net&pbx=1&oq=site:sl-i.net&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&gs_sm=e&gs_upl=210l2197l0l2401l13l10l0l0l0l0l617l3770l3-1.6.1l8l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&fp=7a3795ac9c0d83e7&biw=1422&bih=683)

cheers
-Chuck

[Tinobag]

Awesome! Thanks Chuck!

[Tinobag]

I'm thinking about mounting some Hella 500s in the bumper GT-B style. Insight? Comments? Concerns?

[Tinobag]

All the pics are down. I will fix them soon. NEVER FEAR!!

[Tinobag]

Pictures FIXED!!!! YAY!

Edit: Also found a really good deal on a pair of Hellas :wink:

[chuckthefuk]

cool site.. its rare to get a .com like that

[Tinobag]

Thanks. I was surprised that it wasn't taken. Its a work in progress and I try to work on it as often as I can.

[Tinobag]

Hello again SLI!

I have a pretty big update to share with you. Some of you may have seen this picture floating on the SLI facebook page...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6075.JPG

Weeelll, I have some more pictures to share with you guys on the whole process. But first let me start by saying that it took me about 3 hours to finish (once I had all the necessary parts, and because it was so freaking cold). And that the left fog light doesn't work. I haven't had time to check it because I'm working and its been freezing. Its either a burnt bulb (what I'm hoping for) or I mixed up the polarity of the wires when I soldered them in. I'll check it out later in the week when I have time and I'm not feeling sick...

Anyway. Here you go.
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6071.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6072.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6076.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6077.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6079.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6080.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6082.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6088.JPG

[98legwag]

I like it. What are they mounted to?

[Tinobag]

They are mounted to the bottom of the bumper itself. I cut out the support pieces and the two on the sides made perfect holes for the bolts. A little bit lucky I guess.

[hubble1953]

Car looks great. You did a good job on that bumper too!
jm
Oh, I sent you a pm re: a part you might have that I need:)
jm

[Tinobag]

I got your PM and I returned it. :smt023

Edit: Would the stock projectors from a BL fit in a BD's lights if retrofitted??

[Tinobag]

Here are some pictures of the new fogs in action. I still need to find a flat surface to alight them properly.

Off...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6012.JPG

On...
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6011.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6013.JPG

[Tinobag]

Hello SLi...

Heres what I did today. I could have done it better but I ran out of bolts... I like it though, and I don't think it looks bad at all.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6019.JPG
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6020.JPG

[Tinobag]

I bought some super metallic silver paint today. I'm planning on painting my wheels when the weather gets a bit warmer.

[r3v_v3ng3]

Front end is looking good

[Tinobag]

Thanks Rev. I haven't been able to do very much because its so cold out lately.

[r3v_v3ng3]

Tell me about it. It sucks, waiting to get warm too so i could do some work. The cold makes me lazy and want to stay inside the warm house lol

[Tinobag]

I got a little package in the mail today!! A couple LED bulbs, and another strip. Heres what I did with them.

Before:
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page5_DSCF6001.JPG
After:
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF6008.JPG

Full interior:
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF6010.JPG

I will finish up the instrument cluster (gas and temp gauge) tomorrow with the new LED strip.

[nikolaus.conrad]

Looks good! What kind of bulbs are those for the HVAC?

[Tinobag]

NEO3s from SuperbrightLEDs.com. You have to shave a tiny bit of the side of each bulb to fit perfect. But other than that, no problems at all.

On a side note I just ordered some super secret awesomeness. I have yet to learn when they will arrive. BUT I CAN'T WAIT!

[Tinobag]

Woo! I finally found a single DIN cover at a junk yard. It was free so i'm not too concerned with it fitting.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF6001.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF6003.JPG

I also found a EJ22E with 102k on it. Its out of a BC and looks like its good. I'm thinking about picking it up later in the week. I'll be grabbing the whole engine but I only need a few bits off it. If you need anything please PM me.

[anothernord]

I have the exact same DIN pocket thing. You just have to drill a couple holes in your stereo mounting plates and it fits right in!

[nikolaus.conrad]

Nice find on the 2.2!!

[Tinobag]

I have the exact same DIN pocket thing. You just have to drill a couple holes in your stereo mounting plates and it fits right in!

I didn't have to drill any holes, but I did have to shave the edges of the DIN panel just a hair for it to fit. Its nice not having a hole in the dash anymore.

Thanks Nick! I'm going to borrow the stuff I need to compression test it before I buy it. The place doesn't have any warranties on anything. So I have to make sure its going to run right before I buy it. Luckily its really cheap.

[Tinobag]

I got the package that I've been waiting for today. The contents is currently classified but I will update you guys again (hopefully) tomorrow when they are on the car! :smt016

[98legwag]

I'm guessing its something JDM.

[Danny-G]

I'm gonna guess headlights.

[Tinobag]

Nah. That would be nice. But if it was JDM it would be either a bumper or an engine. And I don't have money for either of those. Plus I'm working on a turbo 2.2 Hybrid build anyway.

[98legwag]

Springs or coilovers?

PS- Its tomorrow!

[Danny-G]

New wheels?

[Huffer]

I got the package that I've been waiting for today. The contents is currently classified but I will update you guys again (hopefully) tomorrow when they are on the car! :smt016

"they" means more than one. I'm going to say it's either brakes or wheels. Probably brakes.

[Tinobag]

Well I didn't get to them today. But the car is up on the lift at work. So I'm going in tomorrow to get them done. I will take plenty of pics. And even some GoPro video! :smt023

[Tinobag]

So here is the big update!

On January 25th I sent in an order to Raceland for some GD coilovers. They arrived at my house on February 1st and have been sitting in my car for 3 days. Today I got my car up on the lift at work and put them on...

Enjoy.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8003.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8007.JPG

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http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8017.JPG

Then I went to the car wash to finally wash all the grime that has been collecting.

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8030.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8029.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8036.JPG

Tonight I've been working on getting my intake manifold out. And I received my valve cover gaskets (After they got shipped to the wrong address). I'm going to paint my manifold tomorrow as well as change the gaskets.

[Kansei]

good lord thats low.... fenders rolled?

[nikolaus.conrad]

I agree, but SICK STANCE. Lol looks good!

[Tinobag]

good lord thats low.... fenders rolled?

LOL not yet. I need to though. The picture of the tire thats swallowed up by the fender is one of the rears. I raised it up after taking it because it was far too low.


I agree, but SICK STANCE. Lol looks good!

Thanks! Do you still have that intercooler?

[98-lgt]

Hows the ride with those coilovers?

[nikolaus.conrad]

I do lol

[Tinobag]

PM me with the price. I'll take it.

[Tinobag]

Found me a sweet deal on a 22 block, crank, and rods. Also some 22t pistons! Woot!

[nikolaus.conrad]

Sweet! What's your secret? :P

[JunkerXL]

:occasion5: MOAR PICS!!!

[nikolaus.conrad]

^^ I agree

[Tinobag]

Sweet! What's your secret? :P

Haha, I just try and keep an eye out for stuff everywhere. I check NASIOC and RS25 and LegacyGT as well as this site every night for parts.


:occasion5: MOAR PICS!!!

I'm probably picking it up on Friday. I will take some pics then. :cool:

[nikolaus.conrad]

I hear ya, I'm still looking for a reasonably low milage 2.2

[Tinobag]

Is 102k Reasonable? It is a 2.2 after all :grin:

[nikolaus.conrad]

Yes! I'm looking for a 2.2 with right around 100k on it but will take one with around 140kish lol

[Kansei]

hows the ride? bouncy at all? do they match up nicely? i've heard that racelands are cheap and feel cheap. but i'm looking to hear a good story about them so i can justify buying them to the fiance"D

[Tinobag]

The ride is very bouncy because they are so stiff. It makes the overall ride much harsher because you literally feel every bump. However you have to remember that coilovers really come into their own on a track or when your going for ride height (Also very useful for track days). You deffinatly get what you pay for when it comes to Racelands, and there are better coilsovers out there. But not for this price. If you want to lower your car and stiffen up your suspention for cheap. Then buy them. If you want a smooth ride for your DD with ocasional track use and only a little bit of a drop, get some lowering springs with STi shocks.

Right now all my corners aren't level. The shop I work for has corner scales and I will be aligning and weighing the entire set up in preperation for autoX in the spring. However I haven't done it yet. I'm sure the ride will be a bit better when they are level and weighted properly.


Yes! I'm looking for a 2.2 with right around 100k on it but will take one with around 140kish lol

There is one out of a BC at a junk yard. Its got 102k on it. I'm not sure if it runs at all and I was going to do a leakdown to see if the rings where good. If your planning on rebuilding it anyway its probably just fine. I think I could get it for you for 200$

[nikolaus.conrad]

I'm looking for a 2.2 out of a 1997 or newer but thank you!

[Tinobag]

Here are some more pictures... I won't be able to take any more until this weekend due to the fact that I leave in the dark in the morning and get home once its dark in the evening :-?

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8022.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8016.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page6_DSCF8020.JPG

[Tinobag]

I'm looking for a 2.2 out of a 1997 or newer but thank you!
Is that because of OBII?

UPDATE!!

The Wheel spacers that I ordered got here today. I will be installing them this weekend.

I bought them to stop this happening... Which probably would have been fixed with my alignment and some camber bolts. But I wanted spacers anyway.
http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page7_DSCF8023.JPG

And the new goodies...

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page7_DSCF8002.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page7_DSCF8006.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page7_DSCF807.JPG

[nikolaus.conrad]

yes, and 1997 and newer 2.2s are a bit more powerful

[Tinobag]

Woo! I traveled to Pottstown tonight to pick up some parts for my build. I got a EJ22 block halves, EJ22 Turbo pistons and rods, 2 cranks, EJ25 DOHC Heads, EJ25 Intake Manifold, and lots of other bits and pieces. Most of the stuff is still sitting in my car but I will have pics tomorrow!

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page7_DSCF8001.JPG

More tomorrow.

[nikolaus.conrad]

Sweet deal dude!

[Tinobag]

So here is pretty much everything I got.

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[Tinobag]

I've found a super cheap VF11. I know its a tiny turbo, but its cheap and should work to start me off. Now with downpipes and up-pipes, it uses the same mounting flange as the TD-04 right? So any DP and UP for the WRX should bolt right up correct? If I wanted to switch it out later for a larger VF-39 or a 16g TD-05 later down the road I wouldn't have to change anything right?

Excuse me. My turbo noobness is showing :lol:

[nikolaus.conrad]

The VF11 is gonna be too small for what you're going with, however I think it will bolt up. I'm also using a VF11 to start out with but I'm going a different route right now lol. If you get a WRX up-pipe from Ebay with the headers, you will need to cut a section out of your front subframe, however, if you get the Borla knockoff UEL headers and have a custom up-pipe made you won't have to do such a thing. Garrison did that for his build, I feel it's a bit easier if you wish to unbolt everything.

[Tinobag]

I know... its really too small for what I want. But I'm having a really hard to time finding a TD-04, which is what I would like to start out with. Once I can afford some engine managment I would love to get me a nice VF-39 or 16g TD-05. I think I'm going to have a custom up-pipe made because I want the bolt up compatablity, but I have to find a shop that will do it (not that I'm looking very hard right now).

[nikolaus.conrad]

You're doing the same thing I am hahaha except you've got lots more than what I have right now :smt023

[Tinobag]

Would it be possible to right the VF11 to another, larger turbo? Like have it for low end and once it reaches a certain threshold have it open into the larger turbo? Time to do some research on twin turbos! :grin:

[nikolaus.conrad]

I've also thought about that, but I feel it would be a tad too complicated. However, that hasn't stopped me from dreaming! lol. I think maybe if a butterfly valve of some sort could channel air from one turbo to the other? Then we would be talking!

[redlegacygt]

i know the jdm twin turbo motor doesn't work due to the steering column. i don't know if that would throw a wrench where you would put that turbo.

[Tinobag]

i know the jdm twin turbo motor doesn't work due to the steering column. i don't know if that would throw a wrench where you would put that turbo.

It was just a crazy idea, I can't even find one turbo right now. Let alone two.

UPDATE:

So I know its been a while since I told you guys what I've been up too. Sadly I've run into some trouble and its slowing things down considerably. I'm having this weird problem with my car where it will start-run-and idle fine. Then once I drive it for a while and come to a stop I can hear the revs stay high, then drop down. Once they drop the car begins to shake badly but if I give it some juice it will run smooth. However if I let it sit running rough for a short period of time it cuts out on two (?) cylinders. This isn't noticeable until you try and accelerate. Then she runs like an angry lawnmower trying to pull around 3000 pounds of car. The check engine light is on, and when i scanned it the first time I got the codes for

-EGR Flow
-Miss on 1
-Miss on 3
-Miss on 4

I reset the codes (this was about a week ago) and took it out driving with the scan tool to try and get it to do it again. Of course it didn't. A day later though, it started again and was worse. This time I was just reading the P0400 (EGR Flow). Thinking it was a bad EGR valve/stuck open/dirty. I took it off and cleaned it thoroughly (Also cleaned off the IACV and throttle body). When I put the car all back together and reread the codes I got the EGR flow, and now, a TPS code (can't remember which one, sorry :-( ) I put the car in "test" mode and checked that the EGR solenoid was working properly and that it was indeed getting power. I checked to see if the EGR valve itself wasn't stuck and operated normally. It all check out.BUT IT ONLY GOT WORSE!

I had my boss take a look at it and he recommended getting new plug wires (they needed to be done, probably never have before). So I went ahead and bought some OEM NGK's. Didn't affect the problem at all. Now the only thing that I can think of that would possibly make it run like this is the coil (unless I somehow broke the TPS). I just don't understand how it will only affect the cars performance at low RPM... thoughts? Experiences? I'm all ears.

[nikolaus.conrad]

I'll text you in the morning about this.

[Tinobag]

Okay guys, I have the car in the shop right now. I just read the current codes and I got...

P0267 Cylinder 3 Injector Circuit Low
P0507 Idle Air Control Revolutions Per Minute Higher Than Expected
P1507 Manufacturer Controlled Vehicle Speed, Idle Control And Auxiliary Inputs

Any ideas? I guess I could have installed the valve in my IACV backwards when I cleaned it. I will check that.

[Tinobag]

I guess I could have installed the valve in my IACV backwards when I cleaned it. I will check that.

Checked it... It was fine.

[dplacencia]

The EGR code is probably the disc on top of the EGR. I would try another idle air control valve.

[Tinobag]

Yeah, I figured. I have an extra laying around from the new engine I just bought. I'll throw it on tonight and see what happens.

[Tinobag]

Threw on the IACV. Still having the problem and still pulling P0507 codes. And it rained today, which made the problem really bad. It cut out 3 cylinders! I'm thinking its a bad coilpack...

[Tinobag]

Update!

I know its been a while. I still haven't replaced my coilpack and as a result its still acting funny.

On a happy note, I bought a VF14 turbo and it should be coming sometime soon. *dramatic music* The plot thickens!

I still need:
-Downpipe
-Uppipe
-Turbo Headers
-IC Y-pipe
-Turbo Xmember
-Engine stand
-Tbelt
-Water pump
-misc hoses, fittings, and bolts

Time to get searching :smt024

:EDIT: I'm also planning on going to the Long's Park meet in Lancaster PA this weekend. Anybody else going to that?

[Tinobag]

Looky what I got today!

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page8_2.JPG

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page8_1.JPG
IHI VF-14! I know its small, but I wanted a turbo that will spool up fast for autoX applications. I might even go twin turbo in the future :grin:

Now I'm looking at down-pipes. Am I right in thinking this will fit?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/02-07-IMPREZA-STi-WRX-TURBO-EXHAUST-BELLMOUTH-DOWNPIPE-STAINLESS-STEEL-JDM-/130629238399?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Submodel%3AWRX&hash=item1e6a1bfe7f&vxp=mtr#ht_4346wt_1396

Its made to bolt to a WRX which has a TD-04. And that uses a T3/T4 flange. So does this one right? I'm having a hard time finding info on it.

[mike-tracy]

The ebay link has the standard subaru ej single turbo, single scroll flange, not the t3/t4.
Here's another picture of that shape flange:
http://spun-autosports.com/sales/images/SUBARU_Invida_Version_2_Polished_Downpipe.jpg

Here's the one from your turbo:
http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/6231/vf14exhaustsideresized8gj.jpg

way different. So at the very minimum you'll need to get the proper flange welded onto a standard down pipe and possibly the up pipe.
Here's what the standard single/single up pipe flange looks like:
http://www.titanmailorder.com/Ebay/eBay/Intake%20&%20Exhaust/Subaru%20up-pipe%20%282%29.jpg

[Tinobag]

hmm... I really can't find anything that looks like it will fit right up. Weird...

[chrish8r]

Your car looked very nice at the longs park meet. And this turbo build look like it is gonna be a load of fun to do.(especially for the results!!)

[Tinobag]

Thanks! Its coming together slowly. I hope it amounts to something before I get bored and end up buying a turbo-from-factory car :roll:

That was the first time I got to see an SVX in real life. They are neat! I wouldn't mind having one. Especially if it was as clean as yours.

[chrish8r]

Thanks. Haha it maybe considered clean for a 20 year old car.

[Tinobag]

Another part arrived today! Thanks Garrison!

http://subarugarage.com/cache/multithumb_thumbs/b_800_0_0_00___images_Page8_4.JPG

[Tinobag]

Wow! Its been a while since I updated this page. Mostly due to the fact that I once again drove across country. So being in NM about 2000 miles away from where I work... my car decides to start overheat. I checked everything... Clogged radiator... thermostat... coolant level. And when I determined those where all good I decided it was probably my water pump. So I have the parts I need for a water pump and T-belt coming in tomorrow and I will change them out. I will take pics and update you guys again.

[chrish8r]

Thats one heck of a drive, but it must have been nice(minus the overheating)

[Tinobag]

HEY SL-i! Its been SOOOOO LONG! Almost a year has passed since I updated my page. Its been mostly lazyness, but I really just don't know where to start on whats been happening. A LOT! Thats for sure. But to sum it all up:


-Drove back home in NM from PA
-Headgaskets on the 2.5 blew. I replaced them anddddd...
-2.5 spun a bearing (I believe it was coolant in the oil passages)
-So I bought a 2.2 (Dual port) and swapped that in
-Drove back out to PA
-Moved to my own apartment
-Lost my job in PA
-Moved back to NM
-Got a new job...

And now here we are. I have some pictures of everything that has happened, and I made an attempt at documenting everthing so I could one-day update this page :smt005
I haven't left SLi at all actually. I've been stalking everyone :cool: and shopping for parts (always).

[Huffer]

Well welcome back! Seems you have a bit of a rough year. Nice to see you still kicking around though.

[chrish8r]

It has been a long while. haha. We miss you here in PA!!!

[nikolaus.conrad]

Seriously man, I've been wondering what ever happened to you lol

[98legwag]

Sounds like a lot of miles. I drove from MD to UT and back in 10 days. Hope it all works out for you down there.

[Tinobag]

Yeah. It was a really sudden move. Because I didn't have a source of income. And I didn't explain what happened to anybody haha. Sorry guys.