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swagondanny
12-13-2011, 08:42 AM
Just bought and i love this thing. First time Subaru owner and I like it so far. It has 204k, bought it for $1400, and it runs flawlessly. I plan to just get wheels, coilovers, and paint it. This wagon will be just to get to work in. Will load up some pictures of it tomorrow. For now enjoy my other toy....

My 2012 XDC drift car!!!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/IMG_4877-1.jpg

Need to read up on how to lower this wagon properly.
httrdd
12-13-2011, 08:46 AM
Damn damn damn that fc is nice! Welcome. Looks like you will have no problem moddin the Subbie!
geckoboy86
12-13-2011, 08:58 AM
httrdd. Thats an FD.

Welcome to the board swagondanny. Later on, make sure you make a Legacy thread in Members Ride 1 (also browse it for some ideas). Also, Make a Members Ride 2 thread about that FD. It looks awesome!
MarkSubi
12-13-2011, 09:01 AM
Damn!! thats one dope FD =O LOVE IT!

& Welcome to the forum dude. :]
Okin DaVanh
12-13-2011, 09:01 AM
Welcome.

I'll hold my applause and wait to see if it's a true FD. Sorry for my lack of enthusiasm as I've seen alot go downhill with LS swaps.

Again, welcome.
swagondanny
12-13-2011, 09:05 AM
OKIN: she is still a true FD. Making 500hp 13brew

build thread..
http://www.vadriven.com/forums/automoti ... 3s-337404/ (http://www.vadriven.com/forums/automotive-gallery-87/respecgarage-fd3s-337404/)

I really want to start modding this outback. I need a good setup for daily driving status. Im thinking coilovers since i plan to go pretty low. Wouldnt mind a shock spring set up as well as long as it rides good
httrdd
12-13-2011, 09:07 AM
Oh yea i got them mixed up.
swagondanny
12-13-2011, 09:10 AM
I got to start doing some searching on what coilovers fit best for my application. Plan is to run a 17x9.5ish wheel with a +20 offset. Im also throw out the idea of s13 fender flares to fix the rust area's on the rear wheel arches.
httrdd
12-13-2011, 09:33 AM
Nice more flare ideas. Wonder if they will fit? Glad you are a out of the box modder. Something tells me you are not going to be able to resist modding the crap out of your Subaru.
MarkSubi
12-13-2011, 09:47 AM
lol I think swagondanny is going to be the next guy next to scraped crusaders thats going to be doing stuff that I like or would do to a subie. :smt023

Yeah Idk much about 3rd gen and whats offered for them but Id think you would be able to get some Tien coilovers for it atlest. Maybe even some K-sports or D2's.
Okin DaVanh
12-13-2011, 10:04 AM
OKIN: she is still a true FD. Making 500hp 13brew

Ok... Whew..... Never been a fan of the LSx etc... swaps. Yes, I'm 1 of the few that believes that they are rare and should be kept to it's roots. Not ashamed to say it either. Everyone and their mother keeps suggesting I put an LS? in my car. F*** THAT! If I wanted an LS1 or whatever, I'd buy a Vette.

Congrats on the Legacy purchase, and the FD.
swagondanny
12-13-2011, 10:07 AM
Im really trying to resist looking at other wagon, so I dont get any overly done ideas. Coilovers first then the rest later. :twisted:

Would also love to change my front bumper to something else
Okin DaVanh
12-13-2011, 10:29 AM
Im really trying to resist looking at other wagon, so I dont get any overly done ideas. Coilovers first then the rest later. :twisted:

Would also love to change my front bumper to something else

Click and be forever changed.... :smt023
http://photos.phpwerx.net/cars/Subaru/legacy-misc-gen2/
Do it!!! DO EEEEETT NNAOOOOOO!!!
MarkSubi
12-13-2011, 10:42 AM
Im really trying to resist looking at other wagon, so I dont get any overly done ideas. Coilovers first then the rest later. :twisted:

Would also love to change my front bumper to something else

Click and be forever changed.... :smt023
http://photos.phpwerx.net/cars/Subaru/legacy-misc-gen2/
Do it!!! DO EEEEETT NNAOOOOOO!!!


lol yes I agree, I love second Gen wagons and second Gens over all.
Huffer
12-13-2011, 11:13 AM
Welcome!

I have fond memories of playing "tag" with a heavily modded FD back in New Zealand. For 100 kms we hauled through mountain ranges and valleys, he could have easily outpaced my lowly Impreza wagon but I think he was enjoying it just as much. It was black also, with bright white wheels and a twin exhaust.

:)
swagondanny
12-13-2011, 06:46 PM
Im guessing any second gen front bumper and side skirts from a legacy sedan will work. I have lots to learn. My front bumper is jacked up and I don't really like the big fog lights up front. I want something oem
Okin DaVanh
12-13-2011, 08:44 PM
Im guessing any second gen front bumper and side skirts from a legacy sedan will work. I have lots to learn. My front bumper is jacked up and I don't really like the big fog lights up front. I want something oem

So, I'm guessing you drive an Outback then. Start a member's ride thread for some Pics?
xoSubieLegacyxo
12-14-2011, 12:31 AM
Welcome! Where are you from? Can't wait to see the wagon dropped, and to fully read the build thread for your FD!
240_benzo
12-14-2011, 04:59 PM
nooice! my buddy has an FD swap with an ls in it
i miss being RWD since selling my s13 for my lego wagon
welcome to the wonderful world of AWD! and post pics of it! =D
if you wana do it right the first time..most would suggest bc coils
ima probably hit up abbitt when im ready to get mine