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Sub-Goon

04-21-2013, 11:26 PM

I just bought mine at the beginning of Feb 2013 and love it. I've always liked Subis, driven a number of them, but never owned, til now! Thanks to Auto World in Fremont, CA for making the deal happen. It had 201k on it, but alot of recent work done before hitting the lot!

I have been a big fan of good looking wagons, since my days of racing autocross Datsun 510s. But I never owned a 510wagon. My user name comes from those days, Subaru-waGoon.

Dealer Pic 2/2013
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8474514427_d033be54d8_o-1.jpg
Current
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/11161678476_3fc24947b8_d-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/11161840933_ed3e06437b_d-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/11164040794_366de29721_d-1.jpg

Mod List, ongoing
Interior:
-OEM Dual-Power Outlets (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?2735-DIY-Install-dual-power-outlet-(56k-take-a-nap)), ashtray (original in the car)
-OEM Front Tweeters (original in the car)
-(4)Cargo Nets (08 OB-XT)
-Red Hazard Button (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15313-How-to-make-your-Hazzard-light-button-red-BD-BK-BG-95-99) mod
-Red LED Map Lights
-12 LED white Dome Light
-12 LED white Cargo Light
-Aluminum(paint) Gauge Bezel
-Aluminum(paint) Shifter trim
-DIY E-Brake Lever
-Leather Shifter('98 OBW Limited)
-Broadway Mirror (thanks dplacencia!)
-TorquePro/ELM327 OBD2/BlueTooth Engine Monitoring Sys
-Ram-Mount X-Grip
-Dash Vents, Black ('98 OBW Limited)
-Leather w/Red Stitching Steer Wheel ('01 Impreza RS2.5)
-Pioneer DEH-P7100BT (bluetooth, iPod, USB, etc)
-DIN Drawer ('92 Infiniti M30)
-Door Card lowers w/Courtesy Lights ('98 OBW Limited)
-Leather Door Card Inserts ('98 OBW Limited)
-Polk/Momo 6.5" CarbonFiber BiAxial rear door speakers
-OEM Underseat Subwoofer, (thanks WESTcoast!)
-Prestige alarm
-STI pedals

Exterior:
-USDM Headlights (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?16569-DIY-Headlight-restoration-and-coating)(polished lens, cleared, blacked out, city lights & SilverStar corner bulbs)
-Custom Colored Grill Badge (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?15739-DIY-Emblem-Color-Change)
-OEM Fogs painted yellow
-Bumper inserts painted, Black Bedliner (front & rear)
-Hella Supertones, relayed
-DIY Mudflaps (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?14720-DIY-installing-generic-Truck-style-mudflaps-BG-BK-BD)
-Hood scoop painted black w/green
-Surco roof basket(temp duty for camping/hauling; saves 4mpg @ 70mph when not on!)
-50watt Halogen Reverse Bulbs
-License lights, yellow
-Pinstripe & Wheel Arch Vinyl delete
-RalliTek License Plate Frame (rear)(thanks dplacencia!)
-JDM Taillights (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?11780-DIY-JDM-Tail-Lights-Install) (thanks r3v_v3ng3!)
-ChargeSpeed Grill(thanks danieltrusty!)
-AUDM Fender Markers (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?3185-DIY-Installing-JDM-sidemarker-turn-signals)
-Foglights On w/Hi-Beam Mod (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?8313-DIY-Fog-Lights-on-w-High-Beams)
-'95 Folding Mirror, drivers side
-Color Matched Door Handle, drivers side ('98 Outback Limited)

Engine & Trans:
-DIY 4EAT Power Mode Switch (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?10835-DIY-4EAT-phase-1-power-mode-wiring)
-DIY 10g Grounding Mod (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?16767-Grounding-Mod-FTW!-(Inexpensively-too)) (strut-intake-coil-alt-intake-strut)
-Deleted Snorkus & Torque box
-Hybrid CAI (https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?7166-DIY-Custom-Intake-(Hybrid-CAI))('96 OutBack)
-4g audio Batt. Cables
-Trans Cooler
-K&N panel Filter (thanks Felipe!)
-Group N Pitch Stop
-STi 1.3bar Radiator Cap
-Battery(640cca/800ca)
-NGK Iridium IV plugs
-2.25" axle back w/knockoff MagnaFlow
-Kartboy style Battery Hold (thanks 98legwag!)
-Throttle Body Coolant Bypass pipework

Suspension & Handling:
-2001 Impreza RS2.5 6spoke wheels (16"x7"x53mmET & 16 lbs!)
-Falken Ziex ZE-612 215/65r16 (27" tall)
-Muteki Openend Spline Lock Lugnuts, Black Chrome
-Front Strut Tower Brace (Impreza GC 1992-2000)

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8501629461_ea3e706896_z-1.jpg
Blacked out
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8502734920_c75bc38ccf_z-1.jpg
It's all about the little detail touches!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8664357040_1a05e4a1dc_d-1.jpg
Custom badge, painted grill and Hella Supertones

Unfortunately, I got laidoff at the end of last month(3/13), so I have simply been doing projects that I already had the components for or real cheap things.
Here's the list of stuff I have:
-Hella 500 yellow Fogs
-Limited Roof Console ('98 OutBack Limited)
-OEM Rear Tweeters ('98 OutBack Limited)
-RalliTek 4EAT Trans Mount Insert(go buy one now, they are going out of business!; $10 regularily $50!)
-STI steel rear diff guard
-GT side skirts (thanks again r3v_v3ng3!)
-MSD coil (thanks anothernord!)
-NGK Sparkplug Wires
-'95 Folding Mirror, passenger side
-Color Matched Door Handles ('98 OutBack Limited)
-Cargo Net hooks

Here's a few things I am considering throwing money towards:
-Tint rear windows, at least the 2 on each side maybe the hatch
-yellow tint on the side mirrors(kills harsh headlights at night)
-Hella 6609 (http://www.rallylights.com/6609-series-rear-lamp.html) reverse red fog light
-rear hatch (original has a dent in the top from a bike on the factory rack)
-rear hatch wing (probably USDM, but wanting a bigger one like the Liberty, HippoSleek, Tommy Kaira, RFRB or STI Aluminum)
-AeroMagic mid wing
-Cyclops H4 LED (http://www.cyclopsadventuresports.com/3600-Lumen-LED-Headlight-bulb-for-DirtbikesDual-Sports_p_97.html) Headlight kit
-Cyclops H3 LED kit (http://www.cyclopsadventuresports.com/H3-LED-headlight-replacement-bulb_p_92.html) for Hella Fogs
-Tow hitch
-JDM Center Console(front) w/ door storage cubby
-JDM Center Console(rear) w/ (6) switch/coin slots
-Stereo DIN 3 gauge panel
-JDM Stainless Door Sills
-JDM Stainless Hatch Sill
-Forester SG (03-08) struts & springs
-Rear Strut Tower Brace (Impreza GD 2000-2007)
-Front Swaybar Endlinks, steel (Impreza GC/GF 1992-2000)
-Rear Swaybar Endlinks, steel (Impreza GD/GG 2000-2007)
-KartBoy Rear Subframe Lockdown Bolts
-Group N Engine Mounts

The performance/tune stuff that I plan for soon:
-Seafoam intake cleaner
-Redline Trans fluid (rear done, ran too low for front)
-DIY dual Oil Catch Cans (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=754710)

Parts for Grabs!(make offer)
-Mirror bolt cover, drivers door
-Door card inserts, all 4, fabric
-Lower Door Cards, front driver & pass.
-Mudflaps, w/out Outback lettering
-Door Handles, all 4 black wrinkle finish
-'97 Outback cast aluminum wheels, Enkei made 15"
-Outback grill
-Tailgate Nerf bar, OEM

Muse

04-22-2013, 12:25 AM

I love that emblem!
This is a really nice car. How did you get your lights apart to black them?

Sub-Goon

04-22-2013, 12:32 AM

I love that emblem!
This is a really nice car. How did you get your lights apart to black them?
Lots of DIYs out there... think I followed one I found on here, but I've done it to several vehicles, like my ol' '01 GMC Sonoma.
Bake them in your oven (while the ol' lady is out for a few hours!) at 200*F for 10-15mins. Be sure to remove all the bits and pieces first. Then just pry them apart, doesnt usually require much force. Once you are done inside, put them back together and bake again, once cooled, add RTV sealant to keep rain out! And dont remove any of the factory sealant.

Muse

04-22-2013, 12:36 AM

Sweet, thanks!

Sub-Goon

04-22-2013, 12:45 AM

Sub-Goon

04-22-2013, 01:53 AM

Here's the MudFlaps that I finished yesterday!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8671366862_f5354bbede_c-1.jpg

Bhatman

04-22-2013, 02:32 AM

Another Autoworld Subaru owner! Glad to see Chris is still running around. Enjoy!

98legwag

04-22-2013, 08:03 AM

You and I have the same roof basket. I found mine at a pick and pull on a Range Rover. It was 50in x 50in. My friend and I cut it down to 50in x 38x.

Muse

04-22-2013, 10:41 AM

I love that emblem!
This is a really nice car.
Thanks! I wish I hadn't chipped the emblem and I found out the hard way that Carb Cleaner will create fractures. But thats also why I went ahead and repainted it after chipping it. Next one I will use the awesome orange oil stripper!
I used acetone nail polish remover on mine. If it makes you feel better, those fractures were probably already there. Just something old emblems do.

Sub-Goon

04-22-2013, 11:51 AM

You and I have the same roof basket. I found mine at a pick and pull on a Range Rover. It was 50in x 50in. My friend and I cut it down to 50in x 38x.

Yep! I noticed yours as well. I had mine from my previous truck, but it is a bit wide. Mine is currently 45"x59" and I have been considering chopping it and customizing it a bit. I think I want to put the Subaru/Yakima bike racks on either side. I will probably cut it down to ~36" wide, which is the outside measurement of the roof rails.
I am also playing with the idea of mounting lights on the rack, my hesitation is I'm not comfortable with running the wiring thru the roof! If I do that the bottom will be shortened by ~6" and the top will get bent up at a 15-30* angle. By doing that the upper bar will provide tree limb protection and it will look more like a Safari or Baja Supertruck lightbar. Similar to this one:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/ford0082-1.jpg

I have (2) ProComp 8" 130watt lights from my old truck, which I am not a big fan of, but they are free! And I'm kinda thinking going with the lights from my moto, which are 3" round LEDs, brighter than the ProComps and only draw ~50watts each! But they run $100 a piece, so that will be a while down the road!

Sub-Goon

04-22-2013, 11:53 AM

Huffer

04-22-2013, 12:38 PM

Welcome aboard!

Muse

04-22-2013, 09:48 PM

I used acetone nail polish remover on mine. If it makes you feel better, those fractures were probably already there. Just something old emblems do.
I tried the nail polish remover and Qtips, but it didn't seem to do anything! Did you pool it in there and let it sit or what?
I just dipped the q-tip in acetone and scrubbed for quite a while. It's the most precise method, but time-consuming as hell.

Sub-Goon

04-24-2013, 07:02 PM

Welcome aboard!
Thanks! I really do like these cars, they look good, fun to drive and get the job done!

I used acetone nail polish remover on mine. If it makes you feel better, those fractures were probably already there. Just something old emblems do.
I tried the nail polish remover and Qtips, but it didn't seem to do anything! Did you pool it in there and let it sit or what?
I just dipped the q-tip in acetone and scrubbed for quite a while. It's the most precise method, but time-consuming as hell.

Maybe I was just too impatient!

Muse

04-25-2013, 01:36 AM

Took me about a week, but I did it only like 5 minutes at a time.

r3v_v3ng3

04-25-2013, 03:53 AM

Sub-Goon

04-25-2013, 04:52 PM

Nice Outback. I'm guessing autoworld is the one that keep posting subaru cars that are sold on craigslist lol

Maybe I'll see your car around when I go to either alameda or emeryville to go visit my sis

Yep! Thats the one and how I found them!

When are you coming down this way? Where are you coming from? I frequent both Emeryville and Alameda. Let me know if you want to meet up for a coffee and check out cars... I'd love to see yours in person! I dig the dark green & purple! Maybe see if we can get a few cars to show up some evening?

Sub-Goon

04-27-2013, 12:03 AM

I keep seeing the beautiful front fender lines on the BD and the Lancaster models and thinking I wish my fenders looked that nice! It took a while of comparing pics to my fenders and eventually realized that the 2toned arches were detracting from the shape of the fender. So today I decided to wash the car and had extra time afterward. So I pulled out the stuff I needed and got started on the right front fender. Parts of it were a nightmare, as the sun had broken down the strength of the vinyl.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8684237049_6da4e93e5b_c-1.jpg
The flash shows where the vinyl was more than you see in normal light, plus after a few dirt roads, a few washes and some sun time, it'll all blend!
Took about 2 hours to do 2/3 of a fender, I'll do more tomorrow.

Sub-Goon

04-28-2013, 05:19 AM

Spent another 4 hours on the car today.... finished removing the vinyl on the right side, then I washed the right and polished the whole right side and hood with Meguires Polishing Clay. Then a wash of the entire car and waxed the right side. I'll finish the job tomorrow, but it already looks so good!
These pics are from before the wash or wax!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8687461740_7f1997c3f4_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8687461384_a4c7f240d4_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8687461164_8073a4e216_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8686345447_8c43aaee90_c-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

04-28-2013, 01:48 PM

I've been itching to do something with the wheels, painting is what I can afford right now. I'm not a fan of the tuner all black look, but I might do black with the aluminum bead. I also have a couple cans of Gunmetal Metallic, which I am leaning towards with the polished bead! I've always loved the WRC look of gold or bronze, but I don't think it will look good with the grey metallic 2tone.

My long term thoughts are, Legacy GT Snowflakes, like:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/11/IMG_6490-1.jpg
And I found someone who has '03 WRX twin 5spokes for $80, but they will need tires, but I need tires in the next 5k miles anyhow
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/IMG_3642-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

04-28-2013, 10:44 PM

I keep seeing the beautiful front fender lines on the BD and the Lancaster models and thinking I wish my fenders looked that nice! It took a while of comparing pics to my fenders and eventually realized that the 2toned arches were detracting from the shape of the fender.
This angle shows what I was meaning about the "beautiful fender lines"! Reminds me of the early BMW M3 flared fenders from the '90s.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8690493667_baa49da743-1.jpghttps://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8690493999_a843ede85e-1.jpg
I think it looks way better now!

Sub-Goon

04-28-2013, 10:57 PM

Between a few things going on today I had some time and decided that the gauge cluster needed a cleaning. And that snowballed into more work, like I usually do to myself! I decided to remove the blue gel covers from the 6 illumination bulbs, added aluminum tape to all the baffles that direct the light and I also added bulbs for the "Hi Height" & the 2 "TCS" lights. That's also when I recalled that my Dad's '05 Impreza n/a had a silver foreground/surround on the gauges. So I pulled it and grabbed a rattle can of silver and hit it with a few coats and then reassembled the whole thing. Wish I had remembered to pull the steer column apart, as I ended up making a couple marks on the new surround. I was able to touch it up so it doesnt stand out quite as bad, but its still there! :smt021
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8691614586_304f202ea3_c-1.jpg
I'm thinking a nice little STI logo would look nice! I wish the KPH gauges also had MPH, I'd rock those! Hell, I still might, but I'm not the only one to drive this car. If only the faces were in the same scale, then we could swap the face and have the odometer in miles! I keep seeing these pop up! Wonder whats up with the redline 500rpms later on the JDMs!?
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/b017e2a2-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

04-29-2013, 12:31 AM

Here's the Low setting on the dimmer:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8690699109_42967b0814_c-1.jpg
And High:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8691817892_098e4d9822_c-1.jpg

Very easy to do and reads well, the numbers are a softer green, which I like. Thinking in the future I will swap in white LEDs from SuperBrightLEDs.com

Muse

04-29-2013, 01:03 AM

I sprayed my bezel, too It really makes the gauges stand out better.

r3v_v3ng3

04-29-2013, 04:51 AM

Yep! Thats the one and how I found them!

When are you coming down this way? Where are you coming from? I frequent both Emeryville and Alameda. Let me know if you want to meet up for a coffee and check out cars... I'd love to see yours in person! I dig the dark green & purple! Maybe see if we can get a few cars to show up some evening?

I was planning to go this weekend but got canceled. I'm coming from modesto. Yeah man that would be cool, theres alot of us norcal members but no one really meet up lol. We might go hiking in lake chabot this wednesday and maybe meet up after if you have time. I may not take my car cause its pretty low and can only have kids on the back hehehehe. No more purple on the wheels, got over that phase. We went for a drive today to monterey but ended up in salinas and had to come home cause it was getting late.

I'll PM if we really head that way this week

r3v_v3ng3

04-29-2013, 04:54 AM

BTW good job on taking the vinyl out :smt023 . I tried it on my outback and its time consuming. So I gave up lol. I'll just use a palm sander to take em out before I paint the car

Thomistopheles

04-29-2013, 06:10 AM

I'll just use a palm sander to take em out before I paint the carThat's what I'm going to do with mine too. :lol: Baked on, hard as a rock.

Sub-Goon

04-29-2013, 10:49 AM

I sprayed my bezel, too It really makes the gauges stand out better.
It sure does! What color did you do? You should put a link to a MR1 thread in your sig line!

...this wednesday and maybe meet up after if you have time.
I'll PM if we really head that way this week
Sure, let me know! My schedule is kind of crazy right now, the lady is in Oregon and I've got the kids full time, they are HomeSchooled, and I'm supposed to start a new job at some point this week!

Sub-Goon

04-29-2013, 10:59 AM

BTW good job on taking the vinyl out :smt023 . I tried it on my outback and its time consuming. So I gave up lol. I'll just use a palm sander to take em out before I paint the car

That's what I'm going to do with mine too. :lol: Baked on, hard as a rock.

Thanks guys! Some areas were difficult as well, but I found more heat with the heat gun and more soaking with the adhesive remover did great! Altho, my thumb nails are shorter now! :roll:

They used the vinyl to cover up the fact that the factory did a bad spray/tape job for the color transitions in order to save time. So the wheelwells don't look as good as I would like! But I did a little test and they sprayd the grey over the greens clear coat! So I was able to remove the grey fairly quickly on a little test section with a green ScotchBrite pad. So I'm hoping to get all the grey gone around the wheelwells in the coming weeks. I will probably have to throw a bit of clearcoat on it when I'm done to get the shine back. Fortunately and unfortunately, my car has scratches all over it! I wish it looked better, but with the scratches, I'm less worried about what I do to the paint!

Muse

04-29-2013, 02:59 PM

I sprayed my bezel, too It really makes the gauges stand out better.
It sure does! What color did you do? You should put a link to a MR1 thread in your sig line!
I used Rustoleum satin nickel.
My computer is screwy so I typically check the forum on my Xbox and can't cut/paste. Sooo links are pretty tough.

Sub-Goon

04-30-2013, 12:11 PM

I played with PhotoShop last night to see how things would look for what I have in my head. The last week has been good for the car, little off for me! Too much time off work and the lady has been gone, she keeps me in line!
Here's how it looks now
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8686345447_8c43aaee90_c-1.jpg
Concept 1
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8696461524_4379d93c62_c-1.jpg
Concept 2
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/8696461788_4f4fb52475_c-1.jpg

What do you guys think?

Also, I tried PhotoShop painting the wheels, but looks bad. My skills are limited! Could someone tint them Bronze and/or a gunmetal. Trying to decide, gunmetal will be safe. I like the bronze wheels, but think it will clash with the silver/pale bronze valance!

r3v_v3ng3

05-01-2013, 10:55 AM

Sure, let me know! My schedule is kind of crazy right now, the lady is in Oregon and I've got the kids full time, they are HomeSchooled, and I'm supposed to start a new job at some point this week!

Understood. Have a little one my own :) I ended up going to emeryville on monday to fix my sis forester. I ended up messing the front lip bad from going in her parking garage :smt013 lol Was gonna stay till tues night but had to come home early tues. Did went to berkeley for dinner and saw bunch of outbacks/wagons :grin:

I choose concept 1. It flows better. I always wonder how the two tone would look on the wagon just like the way you did concept 1 and it looks nice! I think if it has flares the stock two tone would be SICK hehehe

Sub-Goon

05-01-2013, 12:03 PM

[quote="Sub-Goon":2pbyqve1]
Sure, let me know! My schedule is kind of crazy right now, the lady is in Oregon and I've got the kids full time, they are HomeSchooled, and I'm supposed to start a new job at some point this week!

Understood. Have a little one my own :) I ended up going to emeryville on monday to fix my sis forester. I ended up messing the front lip bad from going in her parking garage :smt013 lol Was gonna stay till tues night but had to come home early tues. Did went to berkeley for dinner and saw bunch of outbacks/wagons :grin:

I choose concept 1. It flows better. I always wonder how the two tone would look on the wagon just like the way you did concept 1 and it looks nice! I think if it has flares the stock two tone would be SICK hehehe[/quote:2pbyqve1]
That sucks! Next time you are around, let me know. I'd love to get some tips and advice!
There are a ton of wagons and outbacks in the Berkeley area and in Alameda too. I've only seen 2 Legacys anywhere around here that have had anything done to them!

As I was peeling the vinyl off, I was wondering how it would look if I transitioned the grey with the trim. I agree, I dont think it worked out very well. Thank goodness we have PhotoShop to test stuff like this with!

I'm finally doing the new 4g audio batt cables today, along with the torque box and snorkus delete. Then on Friday I drive to Sac and back, that should be a good test of power/torque and fuel economy!

My new job is starting on Monday! Hopefully I can quickly get back on a good footing and buy a few of the needed things, mostly tune up parts, maybe a few toys!

Sub-Goon

05-03-2013, 02:03 AM

Well, I got a bunch of things done in the last 2 days!

I tossed the crappy factory batt cables for some 4g ones that I crimped and shrink-wrapped with some good ole HD terminal clamps. Nothing special or overly pretty, just better than what was there and it cost me $3, since I had everything but the term clamps!

I also took an old grip from my moto and put it on the Ebrake handle, just a signature thing I've been doing for the past 20 yrs?! I think it fit on this one the best I have seen!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703035083_27ed32da34_c-1.jpg

I also completed the Snorkus Delete, Torque Box Delete and the Hybrid CAI, but I did it a lil different than I have seen. Mine uses almost all OEM parts! So I should be able to pass smog with out having to change stuff out, not that it is a big hassle. I used the Intake pipe off a '96 Legacy 2.2L and should have grabbed all the associated hoses, but I got it sorted. Just needed 4' of 1/2" hose for the Valve Cover Breathers. Most people seem to use the Weapon R or the "Ebay $30" unit, which both are probably better and larger in diameter, but for now I wanted a factory look, at least till I judge if it works well!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8704154498_ff6f8dd0f2_c-1.jpg
In order to hook this up, I had to block 2 connections on the new Intake pipe. I only had (3) 1/2" hoses and (5) fittings. The 1/2" Vacuum plugs were to big so I just fit the 3/8" ones on!
Here's the next thing I did a little different. Most people seem to cut the elbow off the Snorkus, where it enters the Airbox. I want to be able to revert back to stock easily. So I used this for the elbow, that way its pulling air from the front of the fender.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703034975_5c41f5ea6b_c-1.jpg
Here you can just see it entering the AirBox from the fender well and ziptyed in place
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703034903_b190ee0b66_c-1.jpg
Here it is inside the fender well, pointed forward. The red arrow is pointing out the duct that pulls air from behind the headlight and dumps it just in front of the new elbow!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703034751_a0a7e6fca6_c-1.jpg

I have a few more ideas to add and upgrade this setup. I'm going to add a Spectre Velocity stack to the elbow, so that the air has a smooth transition into the intake duct. Then a K&N Filter Sock over the Velocity stack,
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/100_0996-1.jpg
to limit water, sand & dust enter the system. Change out the Fram filter for a K&N, unless the next idea pans out. I am going to investigate using a MAF adapter and HKS filter, inside the Airbox! I also want to provide a better source of cold air to the inner fender, and not from behind the Foglight, where it gets dirty and wet! Maybe a post'99 Legacy duct from the radiator support?! Will it fit?! After that, if I keep going on improving it, it'll mean getting rid of the bottle necks. Which means an aftermarket mid-pipe between the MAF and TB.

Since I was doing the battery cables at the same time, it made it easy to do the ECU reset. Once i was done the battery had been disconnected for several hours (10 mins is recommended) and then the only other thing to do was start it up and let it idle til it was at normal temp. Then I took a drive for close to 45mins! It is definitely noiser engine wise, its also more responsive. I'm not sure if I gained or lost any HP or torque, but it did fine. I am happy with the increase in response. And the drive I did was up a steep hill, 2k feet over 10 miles?!? It climbed nice and seemed to keep pulling from low rpm to high (5-6K?!).

Tomorrow, I drive from Oakland to Sac(ramento) and back (80-85 miles 1 way) so that should tell me alot and give me some gas mileage number!

I also confirmed, my PCV is mucked up, so that will be getting changed out soon along with cleaning the IACV. I'm going to stop at Harbor Freight tomorrow and pick up the pieces I need in order to do a Dual Oil Catch Can!

Sub-Goon

05-03-2013, 02:47 PM

Installed my Transmission Cooler this morning in prep for a 170mile drive in some hot country, maybe in traffic!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8707682537_a292455e6c_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8708805556_920e5e5802_c-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

05-04-2013, 12:54 PM

Here's the results of My Version of a Hybrid CAI and my drive yesterday!

195.7 mile trip and got 25.75 mpg on 87 gas!
So here is the comparison, same starting and ending citys & same freeway route;
This Trip
-196 miles
-25.75 mpg
-2 people half way, 3 the other half
-windows down/no AC
-air temp was in the low to mid 90s the whole distance
-traffic was mixed, but alot of under 30mph
-90% freeway/10%city
Previous Trip
-279 miles
-25.0 mpg
-4 people the whole way
-windows up on the freeway/no AC
-air temp was in the 60s-70s the whole distance
-freeway was 70mph for roughly 80% of the trip
-90% freeway/10%city

The way I see it, I would have gotten better gas mileage today if I was to have the intake mod done during the previous trip when the conditions were more ideal, lower air temp and more consistant speed on the freeway!

I am very happy, it's more driveable and better gas consumption!

Along with the increase of engine noise, I'm actually hearing just a bit of the notorious Boxer Rumble. I'm sure its more that I am listening for it and its not loud enough (yet!) for anyone walking down the street to notice. I can't wait to get a good muffler on this thing!

I did have a good chuckle on the way home.... Cruising down the freeway, I spotted a 1st gen Impreza (lowered, wing, nice wheels, de-badged). I just casually rolled by at 70 and for 10 mins I watched him move through traffic to keep close enough to me. He was checking my car out, he was trying to be stealthy about it! After a bit, he decided to move on and did it with a bit of a romp and alot more speed than he had been traveling at!

Sub-Goon

05-05-2013, 02:11 PM

So I wasn't happy with my gauge cluster and decided to make a few changes, mostly change the white bulbs for amber and to repaint the bezel, since I had screwed it up! Here it is!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710245109_1d0b569d1a_c-1.jpg
After seeing pics like this JDM one, I thought "Why not?!"
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/b017e2a2-1.jpg
I thought "Why not?!"
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711366290_885e1e77be_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710243509_2a58425833_c-1.jpg
I really wish the JDM speedos had big KPH and small MPH, it'd be fun to have and still be readable when I didnt feel like doing math!
I also painted the selector trim ring to match!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710244161_07c517787f_b-1.jpg
In the future, I have a few more ideas I might do to make the gauges even better!
1- Get a JDM cluster and swap the Speedo face, add the MPH markers in. That way the odometer reads miles!
2- Put the JDM Tach in with the higher redline and top RPM, yes it wont change how the engine works, but it looks better IMHO!
3- Use the JDM bezel, if the gear selector works!
4- Do this carbon fiber look gauges DIY (http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/diy-carbon-fiber-gauge-faces-speedo-color-change-134475.html?t=134475) or custom ?white? face gauges

Sub-Goon

05-05-2013, 03:17 PM

Back when I did the work on the headlights, I noticed this section of each headlight, see how it looks like a bulb should be there but it isnt cut out?!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710240485_de1d601bbc_c-1.jpg
Well, that is for the City Lights, which the US doesn't require. I've always liked the idea, so I'm making them functional! So from the wreckers, I got a pair of these plugs off a BK taillight. If I had been thinking, I would have grabbed ones intended for exterior use. But I can add RTV or an ORing later!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710241453_f869063ae4_c-1.jpg
I found roughly center and drilled it out with a step (UniBit) drill bit. It's larger than 1/2", but not sure the actual size. Then I had to dremel out the reflector hole til the bulb holder fit in.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711363612_597d69c7a2_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710241649_595c06b38d_c-1.jpg
Next use the Dremel again to notch the opening for the Bayonet latches.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711364780_d90a21bc31_c-1.jpg
And plug it in with your choice of colors, these fit the standard 168/194 style bulb and there are lots of LEDs!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8710242291_7f78a3ecab_c-1.jpg
From here you just mount it back up on the car and decide how to wire it in!
I'm going to wire mine to come on anytime the ignition is on, that way it works as a DRL. Probably going with the brightest Green LEDs, but that might change.
Bench test with green
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711362740_a4b8be7766_c-1.jpg
Bench test with Amber
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711363066_d21119495d_c-1.jpg
On car, Amber
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711365242_92dbc3cbf1_c-1.jpg
With lights on
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8711365492_57a3ef4cab_c-1.jpg
Compared to with out them on
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8502736056_acf84c6ab4_c-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

05-05-2013, 03:18 PM

Please let me know if I should do more detail and/or a DIY thread!

foohfooh

05-05-2013, 06:41 PM

hey what tools/process did you use to remove vinyl cladding?

Muse

05-05-2013, 10:02 PM

Please let me know if I should do more detail and/or a DIY thread!
Pretty please? I love this.

Sub-Goon

05-05-2013, 11:16 PM

hey what tools/process did you use to remove vinyl cladding?
- De-Solv-It
http://www.orange-sol.com/images/22608.jpg
- Heat Gun
- Garage Strength Paper Towel
- Blue masking tape
- Xacto knife

Simply heat the vinyl til warm and peel it back. When its really baked on, spray the De-Solv-It on, wait 5 mins, then heat it with the heat gun til the metal is just a lil too hot to touch. Let it cool for a minute or 2, then peel it away.

Once the vinyl is off, heat the left over glue, again til the metal is just too hot to touch, let cool. Spray with De-Solv-It or similar goo remover and scrape with your finger nail! I tried a credit card, but that left micro scratches in the clear coat!

Tip: dont cut your thumbnails for a couple of weeks prior!

At the wheelwells, I used a piece of blue masking tape to draw a straight horizontal line. This gave me a guide to cut the vinyl with an Xacto knife.

Hope thats what you were looking for!

r3v_v3ng3

05-06-2013, 02:38 PM

Tip: dont cut your thumbnails for a couple of weeks prior!

:smt005 I forget sometimes and had my nails cut then wetsand a car later and it freaking hurts :smt013

Anyways good job so far on your car. Liking the progress. Your headlights looks like the jdm non projectors now! The jdm non projected have city lights on em. If i'm not too lazy maybe I'll do the same on my 95 wagon before I sell them :smt023

nikolaus.conrad

05-11-2013, 02:55 PM

I'm definitely doing the city lights to my car, nice find!!

Sub-Goon

05-15-2013, 01:20 AM

Put the money from the new job to good use and ordered a RalliTek 4EAT trans insert. Next to order is the Group N Dogbone, Dodge Neon coil, spark plugs/wires! Also need to get the diff, engine & trans fluids changed out! Also, planning on getting that nifty BlueTooth/OBD2 Engine monitor sys!

I received a K&N air filter from SLi member Felipe, but still needs to be installed! Also, have the pieces prepped to do the Throttle Body Bypass! Work has been killing me! Going from unemployed to 50+ hour weeks!

Last Sunday, I did a few runs from 0-60 and timed with my wristwatch, roughly 11seconds. I meant to do a set of baseline runs before I did any performance mods, but never got around to it! It'll be fun to see improvement!

Sub-Goon

05-18-2013, 08:41 PM

Finally started working again, so I've been able to spend a few dollars on the car, but I've had very little time to work on it!

In the mail I got:
-RalliTek 4EAT Trans Mount Insert (http://www.rallitek.com/RalliTEK-4EAT-Transmission-Mount-Insert/p-4634) for $10 instead of $50
-RalliTek License Plate & Broadway Mirror (from dplacencia)
-ELM327 OBD2 BlueTooth Dongle, which allows you to monitor the engines sensors via SmartPhone with help from Torque Lite or Torque Pro apps!

My trip to the wreckers wasn't what I hoped, but I got some goodies from a '98 Limited!
-OEM rear tweeters & grills
-lower door cards w/courtesy lights
-leather shifter
-mounting plate to install the large roof console
-hooks for a luggage net

Muse

05-18-2013, 10:50 PM

Very nice haul.

Sub-Goon

05-19-2013, 01:31 AM

I'm kinda kicking myself, I keep going back and forth on the leather door panel inserts, this one had all 4 in good shape. But the pleats kinda bug me, too Executive/VIP. I will probably re-do mine at some point. Also wondering if the Limited stuff I grabbed is the same color(dark grey) as mine or if it was really black like I keep thinking! I will have to compare! Might look nice to have the vents, door control pods, stereo, HVAC controls and other bits with black trim on the dark grey dash! If it is, I will go back soon to see what is left. It would look silly for the front lower doors to be black with the rear lower doors dark grey!

EDIT:
Yep, I was right! The lower doors that I grabbed today are Black and not Dark Grey. Which means, I'm going to want to go back to the wreckers and grab the vents and the plastic pieces from the doors and maybe the leather door inserts, too. I know the HVAC and Stereo bezels are gone, but they were probably wood grain, since the window switch bezels had wood grain. Funny thing is the whole lower door panel on the front doors are plastic and the rear doors have vinyl except the speaker grills!

r3v_v3ng3

05-19-2013, 03:36 AM

Sub-Goon

05-19-2013, 03:42 AM

Did you grabbed them at oakland picknpull? Also those rear oem tweeters are sought after since it only came on the limited. Did you grabbed the rear trim panel for it also or your gonna make your own hole for it?
I grabbed them from Richmond. I decided to leave the panels behind, they were pretty scuffed up. I took the grills and measurements where to cut the holes, tho!

r3v_v3ng3

05-19-2013, 04:06 AM

Ah... thats one of the 4 locations I haven't been to in CA. Surprisingly they don't have any picknpull in socal. I was just at rancho cordova last weekend. I did picked up a 3rd gen rear oem tweeters and cover from an 01 outback (i think) and I'll be putting it on my BG outback.

If you have the xtra cash, next time buy the whole door(s). I think its $50. Cost more to buy them seperately. I think door panels are already $20 something. That way you can have spare parts just in case. If the outside door is dented, find one that is not and transfer the other parts lol

Sub-Goon

05-19-2013, 11:37 AM

I only have a tiny 1 car garage and that is where my moto lives and where my workshop happens. Its overstuffed cause I'm bad about throwing things out. So I cant be buying large items like that just to store them, maybe if I get my dream Live/Work Loft one day!

highlandsubiL

05-20-2013, 11:27 PM

Omg! that is such a better way to update the intake. Thanks for the idea!

Odycee

05-21-2013, 12:26 AM

Enjoy your intake mods to but could you take some pics with complete set up?

Sub-Goon

05-21-2013, 02:15 AM

Here's what I posted earlier, at the top of this page.

I also completed the Snorkus Delete, Torque Box Delete and the Hybrid CAI, but I did it a lil different than I have seen. Mine uses almost all OEM parts! So I should be able to pass smog with out having to change stuff out, not that it is a big hassle. I used the Intake pipe off a '96 Legacy 2.2L and should have grabbed all the associated hoses, but I got it sorted. Just needed 4' of 1/2" hose for the Valve Cover Breathers. Most people seem to use the Weapon R or the "Ebay $30" unit, which both are probably better and larger in diameter, but for now I wanted a factory look, at least till I judge if it works well!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8704154498_ff6f8dd0f2_c-1.jpg
In order to hook this up, I had to block 2 connections on the new Intake pipe. I only had (3) 1/2" hoses and (5) fittings. The 1/2" Vacuum plugs were to big so I just fit the 3/8" ones on!
Here's the next thing I did a little different. Most people seem to cut the elbow off the Snorkus, where it enters the Airbox. I want to be able to revert back to stock easily. So I used this for the elbow, that way its pulling air from the front of the fender.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703034975_5c41f5ea6b_c-1.jpg
Here you can just see it entering the AirBox from the fender well and ziptyed in place
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703034903_b190ee0b66_c-1.jpg
Here it is inside the fender well, pointed forward. The red arrow is pointing out the duct that pulls air from behind the headlight and dumps it just in front of the new elbow!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/8703034751_a0a7e6fca6_c-1.jpg

I have a few more ideas to add and upgrade this setup. I'm going to add a Spectre Velocity stack to the elbow, so that the air has a smooth transition into the intake duct. Then a K&N Filter Sock over the Velocity stack,
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/100_0996-1.jpg
to limit water, sand & dust enter the system. Change out the Fram filter for a K&N, unless the next idea pans out. I am going to investigate using a MAF adapter and HKS filter, inside the Airbox! I also want to provide a better source of cold air to the inner fender, and not from behind the Foglight, where it gets dirty and wet! Maybe a post'99 Legacy duct from the radiator support?! Will it fit?! After that, if I keep going on improving it, it'll mean getting rid of the bottle necks. Which means an aftermarket mid-pipe between the MAF and TB.

Since I was doing the battery cables at the same time, it made it easy to do the ECU reset. Once I was done the battery had been disconnected for several hours (10 mins is recommended) and then the only other thing to do was start it up and let it idle til it was at normal temp. Then I took a drive for close to 45mins! It is definitely noisier engine wise, its also more responsive. I'm not sure if I gained or lost any HP or torque, but it did fine. I am happy with the increase in response. And the drive I did was up a steep hill, 2k feet over 10 miles?!? It climbed nice and seemed to keep pulling from low rpm to high (5-6K?!).

Just let me know if you need more info/details/photos!

Sub-Goon

05-26-2013, 01:16 AM

Well, I went back to PickNPull Richmond today. It was nice that this weekend was their 50% off sale!
I brought home:
-all (4) leather door inserts
-both dash vents (black)
-(3) door control pods (black)(drivers side was broken on both the Outbacks!)
-6" of harness from Dodge Neon coil
-DIN storage box w/door from a '92 Infiniti M30

As soon as I can find the Drivers side door control pod and the 2 center bezels in black, my interior will be going 2 tone, which I think will look real good! Unfortunately, I forgot to grab the shifter panel, mine's gouged by the POs dog.

By the way if anyone local is looking, this '98 Limited is black and the hood/scoop is in great shape and the leather seats are pretty decent!

r3v_v3ng3

05-27-2013, 04:23 AM

Sub-Goon

05-27-2013, 05:30 PM

WTH! Can't believe I didn't get an email notification from picknpull about their 50% off. Too bad I'm busy otherwise I would be picknpull hunting lol

Saved your # and hopefully I'll be able to send the pics of the jdm tails to you tomorrow since its late right now lol
Yea! Ive found their i-net skills to suck at best!
I'm looking forward to getting those on the car! Along with the RalliTek license frame & mudflaps the rear wont look so "soccer mom" to match the front end, finally!

I stopped by a local exhaust shop this weekend, they said they'd do a MagnaFlow axleback for $120! So, I'm hoping to have better sound soon! Also, have a good friend lined up to do tint for me. My brother will be putting an alarm in, so I will feel safer about putting my deck in and can start listening to decent non-broadcast music!

Then the other big items remaining is Forester struts, good tires and some decent wheels!

I've been having fun buying parts, but havent had any free time to install! So my tiny garage is getting cluttered! Gotta fix that soon!

nikolaus.conrad

05-27-2013, 09:50 PM

Awesome deal!! Did that car have sunroofs??

Sub-Goon

05-27-2013, 10:01 PM

Awesome deal!! Did that car have sunroofs??
Nope! But Im happy to have the rest of the hooks for the cargo nets and the rear tweets with help fill the sound, really just needed the grills and brackets, cause I'll put some quality ones in to go with my Polk/Momo Carbon Fiber 6.5". Figure 4 tweets on the 6.5s and 4 extra tweets ought to fill really well! Might have to add a small underseat sub or 2! :roll:

Sub-Goon

05-28-2013, 10:29 AM

Well, got more stuff on the way!!
I got me a Group N Pitch Stop from FleaBay, a deal worked with r3v_v3ng3 for a set of JDM Tails, and a deal worked out for black leather w/red stitching steer wheel from an '01 RS2.5!

I'm thinking when I get to the point of matching exterior and interior pieces, adding some neon green!
Exterior:
OEM Spruce? Green over the whole car, except the rockers, and bumper insets in Black Bedliner. Neon green pinstripe in the standard OEM location or similar.
Interior:
OEM dark grey vinyl, with black suede door inserts, black plastic bits like lower door cards, window controls, vents, stereo & A/C surrounds.
All black fabric seats from an Impreza/WRX, neon green stitching on the leather shifter and leather wheel. Maybe I'll make a PBrake boot to match the shifter/wheel combo!

Sub-Goon

06-03-2013, 12:54 AM

Well, finally got a few things done. The battery went out so it got a new one. I wire brushed the platform and sprayed it with some black Rustoleum.

After all that, I installed the K&N panel filter and the Group N Pitch Stop.
I really like the increased feel of the engine thru the chassis, also a slightly noticable increase in response from the throttle!

Then I had to run to the store and get some groceries, so I used my ELM327 module and the Torque app. My 0-60mph times got much worse!? 39.5 secs!? :smt013
Thats when I checked my 4EAT Power Mode switch, it was off. I switched it on and did a couple more runs!
0-60 10.9seconds! Thats more like it! Definitely a big difference that little mod makes!

At this time the only mods I have that would effect power are:
-Power Mode Switch
-DIY OEM CAI
-Torque Box delete
-Snorkus Delete
-K&N Filter
-10g Ground Kit
-Group N Pitch Stop

r3v_v3ng3

06-03-2013, 05:52 AM

My 0-60mph times got much worse!? 39.5 secs!? :smt013
Thats when I checked my 4EAT Power Mode switch, it was off. I switched it on and did a couple more runs!
0-60 10.9seconds! Thats more like it! Definitely a big difference that little mod makes!

:smt023

Sub-Goon

06-09-2013, 01:26 AM

Spent most the day working on my moto, been doing a few trips lately and needed to fix an oil leak before I do another long weekend trip! But I did sneak in time to replace the broken cargo net hooks! And got the '01 RS2.5 leather steer wheel swapped in, finally! It wasn't a direct swap, the plug for the airbag doesn't match up and each have different pin styles so I couldn't just swap plugs. But the entire horn/airbag swapped right over and personally I think the Outback horn looks better on the new wheel! I suspect if I had gotten the RS clock spring, It would have all swapped over.

r3v_v3ng3

06-11-2013, 04:34 AM

^^^Any pics? I got a spare 01 RS steering wheel but blown airbags. It does have a nice red stitching

Sub-Goon

06-11-2013, 03:15 PM

^^^Any pics? I got a spare 01 RS steering wheel but blown airbags. It does have a nice red stitching
I'm familiar with the interweb rule that it didnt happen unless there are pics or video, so...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9019049152_e911975f6a_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9017860225_6eb05fc96b_c-1.jpg
Here you can see a bunch of the interior stuff! Broadway mirror, leather wheel & shifter, gauge & shift bezel, OEM Power Ports, Red Hazard, custom Ebrake handle and Ram X-Grip. I really need to find a set of black STi floor mats and foot pedals!

Sub-Goon

06-11-2013, 03:28 PM

More proof of work done!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9017862161_41133e5c5f_c-1.jpg
Group N Pitch Stop!

Radiator Draft Stop!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9019052158_614065f250_c-1.jpg
Products needed
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9019051078_3b8fab3c07_c-1.jpg
Loosen radiator, apply 3M double stick tape, then apply Garage Door Seal
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9019054646_a255928ce5_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9019053732_dd8b60f86a_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9019054166_16d9d2a48e_c-1.jpg
Where'd the gaps go??
Now air will have a hard time escaping around the radiator!
Using TorquePro and the ELM327, I saw a 5-10* drop in coolant temps during an 85* day at speeds over 20mph! My OEM gauge is very consistant, but seems that any temps between 160*F-205*F read at the same location, right between the 2 wavy horizontal lines. That seems way too inaccurate for my liking, but just a matter of improving the cooling sys and learning how safe and consistant it works over time! Easy mod, less than $10!

Thomistopheles

06-15-2013, 10:49 PM

I've never relied on a stock temp gauge and I never will... they have three settings: cold, normal, and bye bye head gaskets. :lol:

I may have to give the garage door seal a try.

Rust2Runner

06-18-2013, 08:01 PM

That steering wheel is a beautiful swap!

Sub-Goon

06-18-2013, 08:05 PM

I've never relied on a stock temp gauge and I never will... they have three settings: cold, normal, and bye bye head gaskets. :lol:

I agree!

Sub-Goon

06-18-2013, 08:07 PM

That steering wheel is a beautiful swap!
Thank you! Yes it was simple and much nicer to drive with it. I go back and forth on how I feel, one day I wish it stood out more as an upgrade, the next day I like that it just blends in and looks like it belongs!

Sub-Goon

06-18-2013, 08:10 PM

I did finally get around to ordering the STi 1.3bar radiator cap up from (OEM 0.9bar), as I have confirmed the old one is overflowing fluid, but not returning it to the radiator!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9109576058_3e9167dc9a_c-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

06-22-2013, 12:47 PM

I've got a line on a OEM WRX Diff Skid Plate! And considering buying a set of WRX twin 5spokes (16") with tires, my tires are getting old and the rims are ugly. The twin 5s will work and look better, but I'd love to find a set of LGT Snowflakes or even better '01ish RS2.5 5or6 spokes! I keep seeing great deals on the RS wheels come up in other states on rs25.com, but never local for some reason!

Also, met a guy at work who's building his '05ish STi, so he's going to make me some deals on his cast off parts! Said he's got the stock axle back and he's probably going to sell me his Whiteline Strut Tower Braces!

anothernord

06-23-2013, 09:29 AM

I hope your radiator doesn't explode with the higher pressure cap!

slaytalera

06-23-2013, 11:06 AM

NIce work!

Ive seen people get cracked radiators from using the higher bar rad caps, FYI

Rust2Runner

06-23-2013, 11:09 AM

Sub-Goon

06-23-2013, 02:16 PM

I hope your radiator doesn't explode with the higher pressure cap!

NIce work!

Ive seen people get cracked radiators from using the higher bar rad caps, FYI

Thanks guys! I considered the issues with the higher pressure, before I ordered it. The radiator got replaced a year or two ago, and looks to be in excellent shape. When I got the car it came with ALL the receipts from the dealer servicing, its a folder about 2" thick! 1.3 bar is only ~19psi vs the factory 0.9/13psi cap, so almost 50% increase in pressure but still not that much and the increase in pressure promotes better flow through the cooling system. But I am keeping it all in mind and watching it for telltale signs just in case!

After considering the risks and how old some of the parts are, I decided to play it safe and put a standard radiator cap on. The STi cap is in the spare parts box, at least til the entire cooling system is new!

I really need to get a better grip on my impulsiveness and get on top of the little stuff that needs to be done, but buying cool/pretty parts is so much more fun!

Sub-Goon

06-23-2013, 02:19 PM

Check out RT tires in Pacheco, they sell used and new tires there. I had them keep an eye out for a set for my wife's car. .. and they found a set of michelins for me with 95% tread! 5 tires for under $200 for her car. Totally changed my opinion on used tires, and saved me about $260
Good idea! I'll look into that!

I've been wondering what the PickNPulls do with all the aluminum rims around here, I would be nice if they went to some warehouse. I suspect they go to the metal recyclers! :smt013

Rust2Runner

06-23-2013, 09:56 PM

I've wondered that too. I only ever see the cheesy aftermarket wheels up front, and of course the steelies holding the cars up, but where do all the nice OEM sets hide?

I've gotten into the habit of not even looking at the wheels they have for sale. TOO MANY times I've caught myself staring at ugly rims thinking to myself "those aren't that bad...".

Sub-Goon

06-23-2013, 10:14 PM

Odycee

06-24-2013, 12:58 AM

Sub-Goon

06-24-2013, 01:15 AM

I have 02-03 WRX wheels for $150, tires on them are shot.
I might be interested in those, are like these?
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/DSCF0642JPG-1.jpg
I'm going to be moving here in the next month or 2, so I wont be looking to put new tires on till after that. Really hoping to find a pair of the RS 5 or 6 spokes or something similar!

Thomistopheles

06-24-2013, 01:25 AM

Yeah, 02-03 wrx wheels look like that. I have a set of them on my car, they look good on 2nd gens.

Odycee

06-24-2013, 09:29 PM

Sub-Goon

06-26-2013, 11:03 PM

Sub-Goon

06-26-2013, 11:04 PM

On my way home, I stopped for a shake and came out to notice this!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/9146726369_9e0be754b1_c-1.jpg

r3v_v3ng3

06-26-2013, 11:10 PM

Nice pic :)
Which outback is this?

Sub-Goon

06-26-2013, 11:15 PM

Nice pic :)
Which outback is this?
Fremont, Stevenson & 880

It would be funny to start a meetup at an Outback or do a new Outback each meetup?!

Odycee

06-28-2013, 10:26 AM

Exactly in your pics, too bad I didn't know you want these cuz I have RS steering wheel too. Also have 04-06 Legacy GT 17" and RS seats F/R.
I'm not big on the WRX wheels, the set i was considering came with tires that still had some miles on them. Probably passing on those.
What do your 17s look like? I havent researched tires for 17s, been figuring on no larger than 16s, but for the right price a look, I might keep a set of street/commute wheels and a set of offroad/long trip

Perfect condition, like new, no rash.

2005-06 Legacy GT
Size: 17x7"
Offset: +55
Bolt pattern: 5x100
OEM-equipped tire size: 215/45R17

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/06/2005LGTwheelweb_zpsaba24313-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

06-29-2013, 03:11 PM

Well the cap helped me locate a very small tear in the upper radiator hose, so I had a fight with the coolant sys on Tues during my long drive home from work. Once I got a new hose and put it on it worked beautifully, better than it has in the 4 months I've owned the car. I also bought the lower, but havent swapped that in yet.

I also got tired of not having any A/C, so I got one of the refill bottles and topped it up and now its running icy cold, cold enough to make my hands hurt. Which was nice, cause on Friday I had to work in a hot bus, with no A/C!

Sub-Goon

07-09-2013, 02:41 PM

I've always hated how the sun always seems to sneak in between the visors and mirrors, so years ago I started painting the top edge of the windshield.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9247829903_108a6a17e3_c-1.jpg
Drivers View
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9247831281_c1e3c7990c_c-1.jpg
Rear Seat View
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9247181995_26719c6ed8_c-1.jpg
Exterior
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9247183391_8679374bb1_c-1.jpg
Exterior Close Up

Sub-Goon

07-10-2013, 11:50 PM

Well I just pulled the trigger on a set of OEM 6 spoke 16" rims ('01 Impreza RS2.5) in OEM gold, well almost a set. He had busted one of the wheels. So I'm looking for at least 1, if not 2 more. But its ok, I still have to figure out what I'm doing for color, use and tires.
Just like these, but a bit more scuffed up.
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR2W3ovNeJ5Kon0XXgE4KRwJJPOY1nZazy3LXh21IK12Vk_VCuaIg
Colors -->I'm leaning towards a Dark Bronze, but might go with a Dark GunMetal
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/DSC_015511jpgt1249941439-1.jpghttp://img265.imageshack.us/img265/929/cimg2159sf2.jpg
Use --> I'm in Cali and don't ski, so I really dont have use for a winter set. But might have need for serious AT tires, for camping and other offroad/rally play use. I'm thinking I'll use these for daily use with good street tread. Keeping my ugly stockers for 15" General Grabbers or such, until I find a better looking set.

The look I am going for with the car will be "Rally Fan" catagory or like another member on here said "Urban Rally", I really like the look of these cars lifted a lil bit with aggressive tires(street & All-Terrain). But honestly, I live in a big city where you have to drive a minimum of 2 hours to find any legal fire roads, so it won't be seeing as much dirt as I'd like! That and my bike is better built for it, more fun and better on fuel. Where this car comes in is hauling large heavy stuff, towing a trailer, camping with non-moto friends and hauling the dog! In the longer run, I am seriously considering a set of 04ish Forester Strut/Springs.

r3v_v3ng3

07-11-2013, 04:51 AM

I remembered you were looking for a set of those 6 spokes and came across the same seller (most likely) from craigslist but didn't give you a heads up since he said one was messed up. Is there a way you can photoshop the different colors so I can vote?

BTW there is an 04 forester XS at Rancho cordova pick n pull.

Sub-Goon

07-17-2013, 04:48 PM

I did a test fit of the wheels with the 205/55r16 Falkens.
They fit, but the rears only have 6mm of clearance from tire to strut, stock is 11mm. So I see using spacers in the rear, especially since I wanna run tall, 215/65 or 225/60, maybe taller than that!
If I run 225/60r16, that should correct the speedo (off by 1.5mph @ 65mph) and look real good. I will need 15mm spacers, so I am thinking the Ichiban 20mm spacers that bolt on, not sandwich, are the way to go. That should provide 10-15mm clearance.
Here's the pics!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9308224141_8f293ee32f_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9311005208_8ac4b99d3e_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9308226569_263e8d889c_c-1.jpg

Definitely need to fill the wheel gap, but larger tires should help alot!
The gold looks better than I imagined, but still thinking a Darker Bronze will be better! As soon as I get another rim or 2, they will be headed to the Bead Blaster! Probably Plasti-Dip them.

98legwag

07-17-2013, 06:16 PM

Keep in mind that while you space them from the strut they will get closer to 1/4 panel. My 205/45/17s on a 17x7.5 +45 rub slightly when I have people in the back seat.

Sub-Goon

07-17-2013, 06:57 PM

Keep in mind that while you space them from the strut they will get closer to 1/4 panel. My 205/45/17s on a 17x7.5 +45 rub slightly when I have people in the back seat.
Yea, I should have it covered! I've been rolling fenders, playing with backspacing, spacers, making fender liners and such for around 25 years now. Thanks for the heads up tho!

pleaidestar

07-17-2013, 07:48 PM

I have been searching and searching....and searching for those wheels. Dark bronze looks good with your green ob

Sub-Goon

07-17-2013, 08:24 PM

That's what I'm thinking! Altho, cant find many pics of these wheels on our cars. I'm hoping I can find a good tire that'll work and fill out the gaps. Something that lasts a bit, gets good traction on pavement and looks aggressive. I had 31" Falken Rocky Mtns on my Sonoma that were great on/off road, but they dont make small ones! :( I gotta look into the General Grabbers!

98legwag

07-17-2013, 08:49 PM

Sub-Goon

07-19-2013, 09:07 PM

Well after some searching thru a bunch of Subi sites and threads, a bunch of DirtyImpreza and UltimateSubaru. I wish there were more Legacy owners present on DI! I am seeing that 215/65R16 is the size to run, for fitment and available choices. This size is only 0.70" taller overall, so with that being only 0.35", I cant see any clearance issues, other than rear strut (without spacer) or fender bead (with spacer).

I've had really good experiences with AmericasTire, so I will probably return there, when the time comes. I'm trying to decide between the Yokohama Geolander ATS
http://tyrequeen.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/650x650/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/y/o/yokohama-geolandar-buy-tyres-online-in-singapore-tires-price.jpg
& the Falken ZE-912.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/ziexZE912_34png-1.jpg
The Falken being a great looking tire, its cheaper and better suited for my use. But the Geolander has the look I want on the car, so I'm tempted, also these will run me $100 more for the set and the mileage is 15k less. I will probably decide on one of these, see how they fit and then judge if a spacer is necessary. I tend to over think things!

Decisions, decisions!

I found a pair of the wheels locally, so I might have a full set soon!

pleaidestar

07-19-2013, 10:40 PM

The falkens? I thought you were going a/t...quite a difference between the two...I'm confused lol...dunno if I would put straight off-road tires on those rs wheels.

Sub-Goon

07-19-2013, 10:47 PM

Well, it really comes down to sensibility. I live in Oakland and while the streets are way worse than the streets in Mexico, they are paved! I do frequently go camping and alot of offroad miles, the Subi doesnt give me the smiles that my bike does! Altho, I'm really tempted to take it to Death Valley! My bike is the consumer version of a KTM Dakar Rally Raid! (See first page for pics!) So the best tires of the 2 for how I will drive the car are the Falkens, which will look really good. But I so want the big burley look too!

Sub-Goon

07-28-2013, 05:16 AM

Today, I went for a drive with my pup and picked up 2 more of the RS wheels, now I have a set of 5! In the near future I will drop them off at the MediaBlasters for a thorough cleaning and then probaly hit them with Bronze Plasti-Dip. I'm just wondering how much work it is going to be to polish the bead out and if it will be worth it! After that is done I will be watching Americas Tire for their occasional buy 3 get 1 free sale.

I also finally got the wiring harness adapter to put my Pioneer deck in and started that project! Why did Subaru design the bezel to be smaller than the Standard Universal size?! Not only that, but the PopOut Drawer that I snagged from an early '90s Infiniti(Nissan) M30, turns out to be larger than the Universal size! Arggh! Spent some quality time with my Dremel! It all almost fits!

Almost met up with R3v_v3ng3, but again our schedules just didnt line up!

Sub-Goon

07-29-2013, 08:37 PM

I finally got sick of the stock stereo and using an Fm modulator for my Ipod nano.....
So I went from this
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9398064668_63f55e48b1_b-1.jpg
to this
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9395264875_81300a9e0d_b-1.jpg
CloseUp
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9398032580_e083644ab2_c-1.jpg

And had to add a bit of Bling, psychobilly style!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/07/9398032932_13dbc639c8_c-1.jpg

I had found the drawer in a '92 Infiniti M30, I dont recommend using it. I think it turned out good enough, but the amount of labor is not worth it. Its a lil larger than the standard DIN size of 2"x7". Lots of Dremel use!

wentz912

07-30-2013, 12:05 AM

The Falkens you showed, I used to have a set on my old GL, they work pretty good i guess, garbage on anything more off road than packed gravel though. AND they are LOUD AS FRACK! on pavement. Sure they were cheap, but not really worth the savings IMHO.

Sub-Goon

07-30-2013, 03:25 AM

I had a pair of the ZIEX512s on my 85 Nissan 200SX and they worked real nice for that car. The 912s look pretty good! Better design!

I am very open to suggests! Would be good if they were a 70% street/30% dirt! But there I am thinking in Adventure bike terms!

wentz912

07-31-2013, 01:41 AM

Ha! The kenda 760's on my BRP are rated at 80/20's but I don't really trust them on anything worse than logging roads.

Sub-Goon

07-31-2013, 01:48 AM

Ha! The kenda 760's on my BRP are rated at 80/20's but I don't really trust them on anything worse than logging roads.
You ought to give Heidenau K60Scouts a shot, they were awesome in Death Valley, really good on pavement after breakin and are known for 10k miles!

wentz912

08-01-2013, 12:57 AM

My problem is that my BRP is factory fitted with 21/18 wheel sizes. Drastically limits my options. And if I go with a different wheelset, it will be a pair of 17s in Sumo width ;)

Sub-Goon

08-01-2013, 01:14 AM

My problem is that my BRP is factory fitted with 21/18 wheel sizes. Drastically limits my options. And if I go with a different wheelset, it will be a pair of 17s in Sumo width ;)
You sure?! 21/18 are standard dualsports... i run 100/100-21 & 140/80-18

wentz912

08-01-2013, 01:51 AM

I didn't look too deeply into the Heidenau's, but the first few Google results I found listed ONLY 17" tire sizes. I'll look into it a little more. I'm about due for tires here shortly anyhow.

Sub-Goon

08-01-2013, 02:08 AM

Teaser pic for you of my brother's BRP!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/08/8602994847_b013241297_c-1.jpg
Not so Red any more, and not sure the Pig fits either. Not with it being a XR675L/SM, with Keihn FCR, Electronic programmable Ignition, etc, etc. Thanks to my bribbing him to go to Death Valley, its now turned to a touring monster!

wentz912

08-02-2013, 07:36 PM

What are those tires? they look like fun!

Sub-Goon

08-03-2013, 07:38 AM

What are those tires? they look like fun!
Those are the Heidenau K76 Supermotos, they did better than expected on desert roads in Death Valley @ 60mph! They are mounted on 17s, not good for dirt and he only got 3-5k on the set! He's switching to a set of the K60Scouts mounted 19/17.

On those K76s, he only got 4-5,000 miles, but they are a race tire that has DOT stamp, so he didnt expect much. Did better than expected at 60-70mph on hardpack, gravel and sand!

Sub-Goon

09-03-2013, 11:13 PM

Well, the car has been at the shop, TD Garage, a local reknowned shop who deals mostly in Subaru and races a few Imprezas. I had been fighting coolant loss for a while and ended up replacing the thermostat(got the car with a generic and put a Subi in), radiator cap, both radiator hoses, coolant bypass hose, and both heater hoses. It just kept getting worse as time went on. So it went in for new HeadGaskets. While its there, its getting the Timing Belt Idler Pulley replaced with the double roller styler, NGK Iridium plugs, accessory belts, all new head seals, 2 new valves and a pair of GrimmSpeed 8mm Intake Spacers! Supposed to be done early next week!

r3v_v3ng3

09-05-2013, 03:07 AM

Yay, looks like its gonna be back on the road soon. Maybe it'll be done next time I head to the bay. Hopefully my outback we'll be done by then too.

Sub-Goon

09-06-2013, 09:09 AM

Yay, looks like its gonna be back on the road soon. Maybe it'll be done next time I head to the bay. Hopefully my outback we'll be done by then too.

That would be great! I'd love to see what you've done in person!

Sub-Goon

09-11-2013, 05:53 PM

Well, I was hoping to get the car back this evening, but the shop wanted a lil extra time instead of rushing to finish, so I'll be picking it up in the morning!

r3v_v3ng3

09-12-2013, 01:04 AM

Good stuff! I just got done with my outback today too :smt026

Sub-Goon

09-12-2013, 07:37 PM

Got the car back and its running nice!
Kia(mechanic) over at TD Garage is awesome, he'll even talk to you over the phone and personally came over and explained everything he did and saw! Also, his sec/receptionist was really good at communication and just an overall sweetheart to deal with!

Sub-Goon

09-13-2013, 09:09 AM

Good stuff! I just got done with my outback today too :smt026

Awesome! I am going to hit one of the wreckers this weekend, so I can find a new drivers window switch.

Sub-Goon

09-13-2013, 10:56 AM

Planning to do exhaust this weekend or next...
i had decided just to go with a MagnaFlow cause it'll sound good and breathe well.
then I found a line on a Greddy EVO2, which'll breathe good and look great, but hoping it wont sound ricey!

Any experience?!

Sub-Goon

09-15-2013, 04:47 AM

Did a bunch with the car today!
-Installed a new knock Sensor, mine has been cracked and the code was constant! Now I get full power, I had a lack of power and alot of air sucking when accelerating, but without much power response. Seems like the knock sensor throwing a CEL puts it into safe mode
-Installed new PCV, just for the heck of it, mine was still good, but it was only $3!

Then I went to the wreckers, to find a Drivers Window Switch. The shell of the switch on mine shattered a while back and it was tearing my finger nail to open and close the window. While I was there, I grabbed a few other parts
-Center Console Extension (tan) from a '98 Forester, which looked like it would fit, it doesnt. So if someone wants it, let me know!
-Thin Center Console Lid, from a '95 Legacy L. Wrong color (brown) and I like the thick one from my OB
-Shifter Console, from same '95 Legacy L. Appearantly the manual console is different from the auto. So I have a manual console up for grabs!

Once I got home, I immediately tore the door apart to replace that switch. Then I swapped out the fabric door card for the leather ones I got from a '98 Limited a while back. Also swapped the bottom plastic for the ones from the Limited, to gain the puddle/courtesy lights! I did the card and lower on the pass side too! Then I swapped the cards and the switch surrounds on the rear doors. My switch surrounds were dark grey, now they are black! I also swapped out the parking brake console for one with coin slots where there are usually switches or a cubby. Mine had the cubby originally, but it just collected crap. And I plan to repurpose a couple switches in the future!

Sub-Goon

09-20-2013, 06:32 PM

Swapped in a window switch, leather door card insert and lower card with puddle light!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/09/9843916755_aa4fb99b48_c-1.jpg
And Parking brake console, swapped to have the switches. Just coin holder until I repurpose a few switches!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/09/9844025745_9548fac628_c-1.jpg

86bratman

09-24-2013, 10:39 PM

looking good man, I wish I could find a 98/99 car to scavenge, after many years in my old 98 L I really don't care for the 95-97 grey/blue interiors.

r3v_v3ng3

09-29-2013, 06:24 AM

Is the door card off a 97? I think on the 98/99 the window switch and door lock switch is one piece. Also were you able to wire up the courtesy lights?

r3v_v3ng3

09-29-2013, 06:27 AM

Hmmm.... nvm you said 98.

Also do you have any pic of this?
Center Console Extension (tan) from a '98 Forester, which looked like it would fit, it doesnt. So if someone wants it, let me know!

My friend is looking for the armrest extension but unsure if this is the same part he's looking for.

Sub-Goon

10-04-2013, 10:44 AM

Is the door card off a 97? I think on the 98/99 the window switch and door lock switch is one piece. Also were you able to wire up the courtesy lights?
The donor Limited was a 98. I did get the door release/lock/window switch clusters swapped out on the rear doors, so those are the same between the 97 & 98 door cards. But I suspect the fronts won't swap, since the lock switch is separate on the 97, but the cluster is 1 piece on the 98!

I have not wired the courtesy yet or even metered any wires to figure it out! I should have been smarter and grabbed the whole door harness! That way it would be plug play!

Thanks for the JDM tails BTW!

Sub-Goon

10-05-2013, 03:05 AM

Met up with r3v_v3ng3 last sunday and he hooked me up with a set of JDM taillights for a good price! I finally got them installed! Pics soon!

Today I met up with WESTcoast and got his underseat sub from him! Just need to track down the harness, the mounting clip and the duct work that route the heated air around the sub. Then I will see about getting it in, along with the rear tweeters and the sets of Polk/Momo CF door speakers!

98legwag

10-05-2013, 08:53 AM

I have never seen duct work to route the air around the sub. I have pulled 2 subs at junkyards and bought one from a friend.

Sub-Goon

10-05-2013, 11:51 AM

I have never seen duct work to route the air around the sub. I have pulled 2 subs at junkyards and bought one from a friend.
I ran across mention of it months ago on one of the many subi forums, its supposed to be a abs y shaped piece for $20 that changed the air flow around the sub or amplifier! I should have noted the thread and/or part number. Seems like a good idea, but if they are that rare probably not needed!

98legwag

10-05-2013, 11:03 PM

r3v_v3ng3

10-06-2013, 01:39 AM

:smt026 Pics? :smile:

I'll txt you if I find the harness at pick n pull for the sub.

Hopefully one of these days we can do a Bay Area sl-I legacy meet!

Sub-Goon

10-08-2013, 02:59 AM

:smt026 Pics? :smile:

I'll txt you if I find the harness at pick n pull for the sub.

Hopefully one of these days we can do a Bay Area sl-I legacy meet!

That would be awesome! I did find a SVX fanatic who sells conversion harnesses and such, he's got the plug that goes into the amp, for $12. I'd rather have the factory for simplicity, tho.

A meet would be awesome! If nothing else we could crash the i-club Dublin meet on Monday nights! Who else is there that are local, 'sides your buddies, WESTcoast, Harry Manuevers and I?? We should do a Sat or Sun, PicknPull raid, when there are 5or6 Leggys between 2 closeby yards!

Sub-Goon

10-08-2013, 03:11 AM

Here's the pics of the tails from this afternoon!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10149580054_1141888d1f_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10149812823_5774751f0c_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10149581724_73a2a5e277_c-1.jpg

Once I finally got home from work, I went to town with an idea I have had for a while now! I cut the entire lower inset area off the rear bumper! Unfortunately, it was after sunset when I finished, so the pics are terrible! I still have a bit of clean up to do on it, but it looks decent from 10 feet!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10149765666_501d3830f7_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10149585204_78e92be74c_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10149684375_cbbb4fdf23_c-1.jpg
I'm planning on using Undercoat to hide the green paint on the spare tire well. And I will have the exhaust tucked up higher, whenever I get around to having that done!

With the JDM tails being marked "Legacy" instead of "Subaru", I'm hating the Legacy emblems even more than before! I've always hated emblems! Soon, the Legacy, AWD & Outback will be removed. Just not sure how I want to cover the holes behind the Legacy. If I use the Outback or AWD, they will be painted Satin Black. I could also use the Subaru Badge of Ownership.

Odycee

10-08-2013, 10:08 AM

That's a serious rack you have there, like 40-DD.

Sub-Goon

10-09-2013, 03:33 AM

That's a serious rack you have there, like 40-DD.

Yes! I like racks of all sizes! :smt026

It was salvaged from my truck, before I sold it. Narrowing it down is on my todo list, but the pic angle makes it seem bigger than real life!

r3v_v3ng3

10-09-2013, 04:40 AM

A meet would be awesome! If nothing else we could crash the i-club Dublin meet on Monday nights! Who else is there that are local, 'sides your buddies, WESTcoast, Harry Manuevers and I?? We should do a Sat or Sun, PicknPull raid, when there are 5or6 Leggys between 2 closeby yards!

Dublin would be closer for me lol but Im thinking more of the legacy owners since we will get overlooked by the wrx/sti peeps. Theres alot more, Odycee is one of them and I think he had a friend SativaMan04 thats also in the bay area. I just sold some side skirt/rear lip to another member here from SF USDM96SLI over the weekend and he mentioned he wanted to do a bay area meet (he also had a friend who's into legacy but not into forum). I'm also gonna meet a local member here Sambo and maybe get him in for a meet. I'm pretty sure someone else is in here from sac area cause when I go to pick n pull (rancho cordova) I see the legacy's getting tore up there lol.

I love how the JDM lights just changed the look on the car in a very good way! I like how you trimmed that bumper part too. Its missing a diffuser in there :grin:

All I can say is I can't wait to meet up again and hopefully I can get more people there and maybe during daylight! Like you said, we can get to see each other's cars better and exchange idea.

Sub-Goon

10-09-2013, 08:20 AM

Maybe a BBQ/tech day?!

Sub-Goon

10-10-2013, 01:57 PM

[quote="Sub-Goon":2difk8ld]
I love how the JDM lights just changed the look on the car in a very good way! I like how you trimmed that bumper part too. Its missing a diffuser in there :grin:
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I'm thinking you are right about the missing diffuser! I am plotting that for the near future. I already know how to build it, materials and how to attach it. The questions I have are:
- How many vertical vanes? or
- How much space between vertical vanes?
- How long should the vanes be? I'm thinking they should be no lower than the sides of the bumper.

What is the actual function of a diffuser back there? Is it to smooth out the exiting air? Is it just a styling thing?
*Just found this simple expanation via: http://aprperformance.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=71&Itemid=44
"Diffusers work in conjunction with other aerodynamic components of a car to help produce downforce. Because a car displaces air as it moves forward, the air molecules in the rear of the car get disrupted causing a vacuum of low pressure air.
To help channel the high speed air flow coming from underneath the car, diffusers redirects the high speed air flow to transition smoothly transition into the low pressure vacuum in the rear. This encourages a smoother flowing air flow underneath the car and allows better performance from other aerodynamic components such as aerodynamic wings."
And a great pic!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/AB820519-1.jpg

Between the discription and the pic, I think my questions are answered close enough! Basicly, it wont come into play for how I drive, so its a styling thing for my purposes!

r3v_v3ng3

10-11-2013, 02:38 AM

Yes it would be styling but if you can make one like the above pic, that would be so sick! Might need you to make one for my gt lol

Sub-Goon

10-13-2013, 12:51 AM

Yes it would be styling but if you can make one like the above pic, that would be so sick! Might need you to make one for my gt lol
Well, my thought was to make it out of ABS from TAP Plastic, its really easy to work with and with stands alot of abuse! But then I saw this on ebay
http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0121/1482/products/kgrhqmokjse6qcbrnybosyn8yu7q_60_12_large.jpg?0
Its $90 +$14 shipping and the measurements(22"wideX23"long) would work, plus its aluminum and powdercoated black wrinkle.
Its so cheap, might be cheaper than the cost of the ABS sheet alone!

What I'm not sure about is that I was originally going to put a hitch on for towing a 3rail moto trailer, which once I am honest with myself about, I dont use one very often. But if I put a hitch on it would be silly with the diffuser!

Sub-Goon

10-13-2013, 01:16 AM

I got a bunch done today! I started by finally getting a new muffler put on. I wanted a 2.25" Magnaflow, but the shop only had 2" and 2.5". I ended up getting a knockoff in the 2.25". The reason I got it in 2.25" is that all the ebay UELs seemed to end in 2.25", so I wanted to plan for that option. I had the shop adapt the mid section to 2.25" coupler, so that when I get the mid section redone, the axle back wont have to be touched! They also didnt have a tip that wasnt too large and wasnt a resonator, so they just extended the tip out. I'm now looking for the tip that comes on a STi or 2.5GT
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10238907335_160cb68762_c-1.jpg
I also finished up my phone mount using the Ram Mount X-Grip and repainted the center vent garnish.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10238806824_3d134d9542_b-1.jpg
I also finished up the removed center section of the rear bumper and painted it with Bedliner. And debadged the tailgate, cept the Legacy badge that has the body pins.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10238986583_92c0f46424_c-1.jpg
I also painted the whole grill black, instead of only the very center section.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10238991083_cf43f8426c_c-1.jpg
As you can see it was getting a bit late for decent pics, so I will have to take some more in the next few days!

Sub-Goon

10-13-2013, 04:03 AM

I stayed awake for a bit too long and played with photoshop!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10241279183_e35738a595_c-1.jpg
This is the look I want, cept I will probably be running more of a sport tire instead of the AT, even tho I really like the look. Also, the rims will be Bronze!

Sub-Goon

10-27-2013, 12:30 PM

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https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10516223603_b021341f59_c-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

10-27-2013, 02:20 PM

I've been teaching myself tricks in Photoshop!
Here's the direction I am heading!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10518306935_9a024cd35b_c-1.jpg

r3v_v3ng3

11-05-2013, 06:22 AM

Love it! Looks like a good look for the URV direction your heading. Did you tint the fogs or spray/dye it?

Also I think I'll be in the bay this weekend. Let see if we can do a meet with the rest of the members.

chrish8r

11-05-2013, 10:33 AM

That would be awesome! I did find a SVX fanatic who sells conversion harnesses and such, he's got the plug that goes into the amp, for $12. I'd rather have the factory for simplicity, tho.

Was the website AE64 or something like that? I bought a forwed harness for my sub

Sub-Goon

11-05-2013, 03:37 PM

Love it! Looks like a good look for the URV direction your heading. Did you tint the fogs or spray/dye it?
I used the Stained glass paint for the cool look, mostly caused I have been too busy/lazy to mount my Hella yellow Fogs!

Also I think I'll be in the bay this weekend. Let see if we can do a meet with the rest of the members.
I'm up for that, altho I am booked for after 4pm on Sat.

That would be awesome! I did find a SVX fanatic who sells conversion harnesses and such, he's got the plug that goes into the amp, for $12. I'd rather have the factory for simplicity, tho.

Was the website AE64 or something like that? I bought a forwed harness for my sub
Yes! http://ae64.com/

Sub-Goon

11-06-2013, 02:53 AM

I got the Chargespeed grill from danieltrusty, today while I was working! I cleaned it up a bit and sprayed a quick layer of Satin Black on it. Hopefully I can get it installed in the next few days!

It's very close to the one WESTcoast has on his BD
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/02/7867337162_4cf97cf3f5_z-1.jpg
just without the eyebrows.

I'm thinking about ordering a couple cans of the factory green and shooting the grill and both bumpers. Might even just delete the 2tone all together! Who knows, the doorhandles might get done too!

Muse

11-06-2013, 10:10 AM

I really do like monotone BGs. That, plus the chargespeed grille in green would be totally mean looking.

Sub-Goon

11-06-2013, 12:47 PM

I really do like monotone BGs. That, plus the chargespeed grille in green would be totally mean looking.
What my longterm goal is, for now, is loose all the grey. Make it all factory green, including folding mirrors and door handles, keeping the bedliner on the front bumper inset and the 1/4 inch left of the rear bumper inset. If I go with sideskirts, they would probably end up in bedliner as well!

prodriver1

11-06-2013, 03:19 PM

Sub-Goon

11-06-2013, 03:44 PM

I've been teaching myself tricks in Photoshop!
Here's the direction I am heading!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/10/10518306935_9a024cd35b_c-1.jpg
^Whats all this then??? looks like an old celica in ze background. is that for sale? :grin:
Not quite, but close! '85 Nissan 200sx, also know as a S12, lil sis to the well known S13-S14-S15! Yes its for sale. The motor has a blown headgasket, just waiting for the right person to do a KA24 swap, or better yet a SR20DET!

Sub-Goon

11-08-2013, 07:22 PM

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/11/10786314734_4b77f03bc0_c-1.jpg
She's a dirty girl! But shes got a new grill!

Navi271

11-09-2013, 12:42 PM

Wow! That looks reeeally nice! The grill works well with that bumper cover.

Sub-Goon

11-10-2013, 06:02 PM

Wow! That looks reeeally nice! The grill works well with that bumper cover.
Thanks! I was a lil worried when I first put it on, there was a big gap between the grill and the bumper. But it was late at night and by the end of the next day it settled in from the heat of the sun!

Sub-Goon

11-10-2013, 06:06 PM

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86bratman

11-10-2013, 08:17 PM

"like"

Sub-Goon

11-17-2013, 06:20 PM

"like"
Thanks!

Havent done much besides work lately, due to tearing my Achilles Tendon. Too much pain, not enough good drugs!

However, I finally got around to cleaning the IACV and installing the Throttle Body Coolant Bypass! Gotta edit a few pics before I post them.

86bratman

11-17-2013, 06:32 PM

Damn man, hope you heal up quick.

Sub-Goon

11-17-2013, 09:14 PM

Damn man, hope you heal up quick.
Thanks! Me too! It's probably due to my moto, I ride alot and the seat height is 38", but I only have a 30" inseam. Its a stretch to touch on one side. So I am selling my bike and looking at picking up a replacement. Leaning towards a used Suzuki DL650 V-Srom!

In the meantime, so that I can stay off my feet and still work for a living, I use a wheelchair. I scored a used Quickie, so I can do wheelies and other stunts! Besides, who's not a fan of a good "quickie"! :smt023

Sub-Goon

11-20-2013, 09:15 AM

Last night, I was really missing my WRB grill badge. The new grill seems so naked without it.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/11/8664357040_1a05e4a1dc_c-1.jpg
So I pulled the badge off the original grill, unfortunately the double sticky tape I used was stronger than the blue paint and now all the blue paint is gone! :-( So I will have to repaint it! And still got my eye out for another badge with no fractures or chips missing. Although I have been curious about just running the Subaru lettering

prodriver1

11-20-2013, 09:58 AM

Sub-Goon

11-23-2013, 11:41 PM

Finally got the rear diff. fill plug broke free! Now its got a fresh batch of Redline! It looks like the fluid was recently changed, which is nice. A tip for some of you, always check that you can get the fill plug out, before draining the fluid! I once was stranded for hours, cause it wouldn't come free and I had already drained the fluid! I tried to install my diff skidplate, but I misplaced my 3' bar for the breaker. The 2 nuts on the diff cover didn't want to come loose! Another day!

Sub-Goon

11-23-2013, 11:55 PM

I really do like monotone BGs. That, plus the chargespeed grille in green would be totally mean looking.

I agree!
A couple days ago I ordered 3 cans of factory Spruce Pearl, a few cans of Clear & a bottle of touchup from http://www.automotivetouchup.com. So I am hoping we see some weeks without rain and I plan to spray the ChargeSpeed grill, front bumper and rear bumper. Let the Mono-toning begin! I'm hoping I luck out and find a pair of Leggy fenders and doors in good shape in the right color. That way I dont have to respray the whole car! With those pieces, I will only need to spray the little bit of silver in the doorsills and just behind the rear door. My car has deep scratches all over it, which I will possibly touchup for the short term. Replacing the fenders and doors will fix the 2tone issue, the scratches and the dings/dents in 2 doors and 1 fender!

Badge is repainted and will be going back on, tomorrow!

Sub-Goon

11-25-2013, 02:47 AM

Badge is repainted and will be going back on, tomorrow!
Done!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/11/11045011946_b974e2370d_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/11/11045012486_ff38116ee3_c-1.jpg

86bratman

11-25-2013, 08:53 AM

That badge definitely makes the grill more appealing. I wasn't a big fan to start with. Looking good though.

prodriver1

11-25-2013, 05:43 PM

my first outback was green:) and i love the yellow fogs!

Sub-Goon

11-25-2013, 10:20 PM

my first outback was green:) and i love the yellow fogs!
Thanks!
I like the look of the factorys tinted yellow as well! I wish they were better quality, but on my todo list is mount my Hella 500 fogs, the rare factory yellow tinted reflectored ones! I'm not sure if I will leave them without lens tint, but if they get tint it will be Xpel for the protection! I do plan on converting them to independently switched and run them with 3k HID bulbs!

On another note, 2 weeks ago when I got the ChargeSpeed installed, I had to remove my Hella Horns cause they interferred. Well I finally got the right hardware and got them remounted tonight! Too dark for pics, so that'll have to wait!

Yesterday, I went over to "recycle" a downed street sign that I spotted Friday night, damn if Oakland Streets didnt come by and pick it up and replace it! No front skidplate for me! :smt010

prodriver1

11-26-2013, 12:30 PM

Sub-Goon

11-26-2013, 01:13 PM

i had stock fogs on my 1st and 2nd outbacks, they kept breaking offroading and driving through rivers with them on, ooops :oops: I have 4 tractor headlights mounted on a lightbar wired to the stock fog light button. its nice to have them on a stock switch but they go off when high beams are on and i want to change that. I also want a roof rack with lights for super overkill :) offroading can get pretty dark sometimes :smt023
You really need to get some pics up on your build thread!

If you are going to get new lights, look into CREE LEDs! I have 2 on my moto, same sixe as the head of a Dcell Maglight, 55watt draw like a singleheadlight, but 4600 lumen output from just 1! 1 light is about equal to 2 of my old 8" ProComp 130watts! I paid about $80, but so worth it!

Sub-Goon

11-27-2013, 12:38 AM

ChargeSpeed grill with redone WRC/Subaru badge & remounted Hella SuperTones!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/11/11079391914_f713c7bbd9_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/11/11079375716_4d9753121a_c-1.jpg

Cooper197

11-27-2013, 02:54 PM

I can't wait to see this monotone! I absolutely HATE the two tone that Subaru did, monotone looks so much better! I'm excited to see what you do here!

Sub-Goon

11-27-2013, 08:26 PM

I can't wait to see this monotone! I absolutely HATE the two tone that Subaru did, monotone looks so much better! I'm excited to see what you do here!
Seems alot of us feel that way about the tacky suburban soccer mom 90s look! To be clear, I want it gone, but I lack the funds to do a full repaint. It will likely be a slow process, altho I hoping to take full use of r3v_v3ng3's budding used parts sourcing business! :smt023

86bratman

11-28-2013, 11:11 PM

Wish I was closer to some other legacy guys. Here it's just me and my buddy with his 97 gt, need to get him on here too, but he's not much of a forum guy lol

TheGr8Ox

11-30-2013, 01:21 AM

love the grill, any fitment issues with the OB bumper?

Sub-Goon

11-30-2013, 10:17 AM

love the grill, any fitment issues with the OB bumper?
The only real fit issue is cosmetic, the lower corners aren't quite the right shape. It leaves a funny shaped gap, its only noticable when really looking for little stuff. And it should disappear when I paint the grill and bumper green.

I dont have 100% confirmation that it is a ChargeSpeed, since there is no tag/label in the fiberglass. It did however have the eyebrows, which someone had cut off real nice. I'm hoping to compare it to the one on WESTcoast's BD, but that might not happen before he sells his ChargeSpeed grill.

TheGr8Ox

11-30-2013, 12:51 PM

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 01:49 AM

Visiting family up north in Redding and decided I would hook up the Subi with a new set of tires! I've had real good experiences with America/Discount Tires, so I went back to them an had a set of Falken ZE612 (215/65r16) fitted on my RS2.5 wheels! The tires did clear the rear strut, just enough to be safe with no spacer, maybe 2mm. I am a little disappointed that I didnt get to have the wheels media blasted and powdercoated before laying rubber on. I will soon be stripping the gold spraypaint off the 2 wheels and then prepping all 4 for some bronze. Ihavent decided if I'm going with regular paint or PlastiDip kit.

TheGr8Ox

12-01-2013, 06:20 PM

Plastidip is fine for temp use, and over time it will get chips and peel, but it's nice to lay down another layer and not worry, it's cheap. I would say try Plastidip in the color you want and see if thats a color you really like, then save up and paint them in the future. I prefer painted rims, but that's just me, lol
Either way Plastidip is fun to play with!!

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 06:32 PM

I'm really leaning towards dip, even tho I am not a fan of temp solutions. The reasons are, 1- the gold has got to go really soon! 2- the factory silver is really growing on me and I don't want to ruin the paint on the 2 until I know the bronze will work for me.

I'm currently editting a bunch of pics from this morning, I'm really interested to see what you all think of the color options. Might just have to add a poll!

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 09:31 PM

'01 Impreza RS2.5 6spoke wheels in OEM Silver
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/11161678476_3fc24947b8_d-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/11161840933_ed3e06437b_d-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/04/11164040794_366de29721_d-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 09:38 PM

'01 Impreza RS2.5 6spoke wheels in OEM Gold
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11163340436_402b6043b2_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11162514104_852a512a40_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11162646913_7d0c738e7e_c-1.jpg

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 09:44 PM

Ok! Here's your chance! Let me know what color I should run!

chrish8r

12-01-2013, 10:48 PM

I personally am a fan of gold/bronze wheels on almost every subie. Makes it look OEM+

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 10:57 PM

I personally am a fan of gold/bronze wheels on almost every subie. Makes it look OEM+
Thanks for the input!

I wish my photoshop skills were good enough to tint the wheels bronze!

Asphalt Art

12-01-2013, 11:50 PM

No option for my two cents. Color match them to your lower grey body, or the black plastic side molding/front insert.

Sub-Goon

12-01-2013, 11:55 PM

No option for my two cents. Color match them to your lower grey body, or the black plastic side molding/front insert.
The grey 2tone is going away, long term project tho!
Black added!

TheGr8Ox

12-02-2013, 01:28 AM

I like the silver, but the gold would grow on me in mono-tone

86bratman

12-02-2013, 09:31 AM

To be honest, I really like the gold with your body color. You can't go wrong with the oem silver though.

foohfooh

12-02-2013, 01:15 PM

Heres my breakdown.

OEM Silver - clean, not flashy, functional (got my vote) with monotone it will be all gravy. (And looks ok even when rims are dirty, unlike the other color options IMO)

Bronze - hard to say. prolly look better with two-tone. love gramlights in bronze (similiar in looks to your rs wheels imho)

gold - awesome sti inspiration rally car mudflap roofrack style, but non-subaru people dont get it. period. they think your crazy. (even though green and gold have been british racing colors and subaru colors since forever ago blahblah)

black - could look really good if you got some tint and gave the plastic black trim/foglight surround a fresh respray./matched grill/headlights etc

Sub-Goon

12-03-2013, 02:07 AM

I like the silver, but the gold would grow on me in mono-tone

To be honest, I really like the gold with your body color. You can't go wrong with the oem silver though.

Damn it! The gold is growing on me! It is a bit bright for my tastes, so I am still leaning towards bronze. Another factor, in the high theft area I live in, its best if it remains a bit subtle. :cry:

Heres my breakdown.

OEM Silver - clean, not flashy, functional (got my vote) with monotone it will be all gravy. (And looks ok even when rims are dirty, unlike the other color options IMO)

Bronze - hard to say. prolly look better with two-tone. love gramlights in bronze (similiar in looks to your rs wheels imho)

gold - awesome sti inspiration rally car mudflap roofrack style, but non-subaru people dont get it. period. they think your crazy. (even though green and gold have been british racing colors and subaru colors since forever ago blahblah)

black - could look really good if you got some tint and gave the plastic black trim/foglight surround a fresh respray./matched grill/headlights etc

Very much in line with my thoughts, altho I think black would disappear too much and hide how good looking the design of these wheels really are.

Thanks to all of you for your input!

Sub-Goon

12-04-2013, 01:28 AM

Thought I'd share some of my research materials and links for wheel fitment.

Nasioc's Master list of OEM Subaru Wheels (http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2239019)

1010tires Tire Calculator (https://www.1010tires.com/Tools/Tire-Size-Calculator)
Miata.net Tire Calc (http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html)

1010tires Offset Calc (http://www.1010tires.com/Tools/Wheel-Offset-Calculator)

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11201440906_f7be26c297_c-1.jpg
Standard Legacy Outback ?'96-'99?
Size: 15x6
Offset: +55
Bolt Pattern: 5x100
Weight: 16.1 lbs
OEM tire size: 205/70R15 (26.3" diameter)
Make: Enkei! (Made in USA)

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/IMG_0989-1.jpg
'00-'01 Impreza RS2.5
Size: 16x7
Offset: +53
Bolt Pattern: 5x100
Weight: 16 lbs
OEM tire size: 205/55R16 (24.88" diameter)
Make: Asahi Technologies (Made in Japan)

r3v_v3ng3

12-04-2013, 01:02 PM

Sub-Goon

12-05-2013, 12:53 AM

I'm having a hard time picturing your car in one color with the wheels but I was going to say gold but like you said your in oakland. Crackheads might think its real gold and rip it apart with the suspension still attach lol. The bronze looks good too but since your planning to raise it, silver would be the best.
I hadnt considered the lift vs color aspect, thanks!

In other news, my new Muteki Spline Lock lugnuts were waiting for me when I got home. I think it I waited 10 whole minutes to run out and swap them on! Then my color match spraypaint showed up! Just waiting on my fender markers to arrive from New Zealand!

TheGr8Ox

12-05-2013, 06:09 AM

[quote="r3v_v3ng3":2ff5xy7i]I'm having a hard time picturing your car in one color with the wheels but I was going to say gold but like you said your in oakland. Crackheads might think its real gold and rip it apart with the suspension still attach lol. The bronze looks good too but since your planning to raise it, silver would be the best.
I hadnt considered the lift vs color aspect, thanks!

In other news, my new Muteki Spline Lock lugnuts were waiting for me when I got home. I think it I waited 10 whole minutes to run out and swap them on! Then my color match spraypaint showed up! Just waiting on my fender markers to arrive from New Zealand![/quote:2ff5xy7i]

SWEET...get crakin, need me some mono-tone action!!!!

Sub-Goon

12-05-2013, 09:34 AM

[quote="r3v_v3ng3":2197ddko]I'm having a hard time picturing your car in one color with the wheels but I was going to say gold but like you said your in oakland. Crackheads might think its real gold and rip it apart with the suspension still attach lol. The bronze looks good too but since your planning to raise it, silver would be the best.
I hadnt considered the lift vs color aspect, thanks!

In other news, my new Muteki Spline Lock lugnuts were waiting for me when I got home. I think it I waited 10 whole minutes to run out and swap them on! Then my color match spraypaint showed up! Just waiting on my fender markers to arrive from New Zealand!

SWEET...get crakin, need me some mono-tone action!!!![/quote:2197ddko]

I definitely will get the grill done real soon. Not sure about the bumpers. Lots of travel in the works this month! What works well to fill the imperfections on our bumper covers? I just have a few scratches and hex marks from other cars license bolts at the used dealer. So no major damages! I'm thinking it might be smart to grab a spare pair of bumpers from the wrecker, so I can do them slow like!

Sub-Goon

12-08-2013, 06:24 PM

Got the grill painted yesterday! Installed it today and wired in my fender marker lights!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11281506863_a695e7b65b_c-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11281464584_d00bf5026d_c-1.jpg
Front corner blinker on & fender blinker off!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/12/11281440706_94923c4345_c-1.jpg
Front corner blinker off & fender blinker on!

I also did the Foglight mod so the fogs stay on with high beam! Fixed the burned out bulb in the light at the same time and put an extra switch into the blank spot for future lights! Now I just need to find that DIY on making the fogs completely independent, or I could use my electrical education and read the diagram!

86bratman

12-09-2013, 03:11 PM

That grill looks SO much better painted!

I need to wire up my marker lights, I've been lazy...

Sub-Goon

12-11-2013, 09:40 AM

That grill looks SO much better painted!

I need to wire up my marker lights, I've been lazy...
Thank you! Altho, now all the rock chips stand out on the hood! :-(

Sub-Goon

12-16-2013, 02:37 AM

I got WESTcoast's under seat sub, installed! Altho, now I seem to have too much bass in the rear, cant hear any highs! I guess I will have get around to installing my Polk/Momo 6.5 in the front & rear doors to compensate! I also have the factory tweeters for the rear. Maybe even swap the 4 factory tweets for some good quality ones! That'll make 4 6.5" mids, 8 tweeters and 1 6" sub, that should fill real well! Probably have my brother who does stereos for a living, help me out next weekend, when he does the alarm.

I also used Meguiars version of Forever Black to restore the look of the door moldings, door handles, wiper bezel and the rear bumper "outback" insert!

I tried to locate the fog relay, so I could mod it for independent function. Couldnt find it tho, probably behind the Keyless Entry modules and ratnest! Im so glad that will be gone soon!

r3v_v3ng3

12-22-2013, 04:39 AM

That would be a sweet speaker system! I know my friends tweeter sounds better than the factory one. Maybe i'll get to hear it next meet. Also we just got my friends gt running (guy that came with me at the meet) and hes ready for the next meet

86bratman

12-22-2013, 06:58 PM

Nice, I've been looking for the rear tweeters from an outback to fit into my bd. I've done the factory fronts tweetera and speakers in the rear doors from a wagon. Made a nice difference in sound.

Sub-Goon

12-23-2013, 11:19 AM

I ran down to San Jose on Saturday, so my brother could install a real alarm. So thats done, finally!

Yesterday, I got the Polk/Momo 6.5" 2ways into the rear doors. Unfortunately, the windows hit them when rolled al the way down! I guess I didnt check clearances well enough! Thats ok, I found my dynomat stuff. I might get that fixed this week while visiting family in Redding. Probably checking out the wreckers up there to see what they got.

My brother is getting me a pair of tweets for the Dpillar and a pair of sperate components for the front, he said having the pair of tweets in the door and a pair by the mirrors would be a bit much for the deck with very little gain.

I also did a full vacuuming, got the drivers seat springs reattached. And I removed my big old rack, going to see how the gas mileage changes. I'l be keeping it around for hauling stuff. I mounted it to the stock crossbars, so it literally took 5 minutes to remove!

Sub-Goon

12-24-2013, 02:35 AM

I dropped by the Redding PickNPull and found a few of the GL wagons and only one 2nd gen, Outback that there isnt much worth in it. But it did have the same green paint as mine and the rear hatch had the nerf bar on it. I'm probably going to go back on thurs or fri. I might grab the whole hatch and swap with mine that has the dent! If its not worth grabbing the whole hatch, I will probably grab the nerf bar.

I did buy one thing, a complete Subaru GL toolkit in the original vinyl bag, looking brand new, I paid $2.25!

Sub-Goon

01-06-2015, 01:58 AM

Its been a while since Ive been around it seems!
I havent been driving the car much and it got hit in the drivers door in 2/2014. Last weekend I went by 2 local picknpulls searching for a decent door in the green/grey. Found 2, both too damaged! But I did get a driver seat belt, '95 folding mirrors, center console insert and 4 color matched exterior door handles off a '99Limited!

Still looking for that door and a hatch w/wing, going to try my luck in Chico, CA next week while I am working out there!

Odycee

01-06-2015, 02:13 PM

PickNPull in San Jose has a 97 Green Legacy 2.2L mono tone Legacy with hatch/doors in good shape.

Sub-Goon

01-06-2015, 11:53 PM

PickNPull in San Jose has a 97 Green Legacy 2.2L mono tone Legacy with hatch/doors in good shape.
Did the hatch have the wing?

r3v_v3ng3

01-07-2015, 03:18 AM

Yay you still have your legacy! Anyways I'll keep an eye out for you and let you know. The ones I've seen usally are messed up. I'll hit you up, I believe I still have your #

am_sky

01-07-2015, 11:14 PM

Sub-Goon

01-07-2015, 11:58 PM

Hey man,
I'm new to the forum, obviously.

I've got a '99 Subaru Legacy Outback 2.5L DOHC. I was able to get my foglights to stay on with my high beams by grounding out the switch, which was easy. I want to make the foglights completely independent, and I haven't the foggiest idea how. Everything I have read applies to '00+ and the wiring systems are completely different. There is no fog relay in the box under the hood and I didn't want to to fool around with the rat's nest under the dash because that is different too. Does anyone have an idea of how to go about doing this? Anything would be greatly appreciated!
Ive also looked into this and only found info on the Gen3s. And I tried to locate the fog relay, but without much luck. Ive been meaning to examine a wiring diagram, should be an easy deal once the relay is located. It should just require locatingwhich wireis the power source and changing it from a headlight source to a switched/ignition source.
If you locate the relay or find the info, please do a diy and share with the rest of us!

Odycee

01-08-2015, 12:39 PM

PickNPull in San Jose has a 97 Green Legacy 2.2L mono tone Legacy with hatch/doors in good shape.
Did the hatch have the wing? Just hatch, no wing.

Sub-Goon

01-15-2015, 02:06 AM

Im hoping for a good productive weekend! Ive got lots of parts to install!!
-drivers door
-folding mirrors
-color matched door handles
-puddle lights
-front strut brace
-MSD coil & NGK wires
-Mikuni Throttle Sensor
-STI pedals
-luggage net hooks
-drivers seatbelt
-front door speakers
-GT side skirts

r3v_v3ng3

01-15-2015, 11:29 PM

Can't wait to see new update of your outback.

Sub-Goon

02-02-2015, 12:31 AM

Well, I finally got a chance to do some work on the car today! I was pretty bummed to miss a beautiful moto day, tho!
I got the new door swapped out. Last weekend, I had stripped the vinyl and the window tint, and swapped the folding mirror and the color matched exterior handle. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a pic, but the color matched handle makes a huge difference!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/16235865998_6cc390fbf5_z-1.jpg
I did get the Front Strut Tower Brace installed. It looks a little odd with the bar curved down, but with it curved up it spring-loads the hood and stresses it.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/16236111970_187fe6c382_c-1.jpg
I also got the STi pedals mounted, they work awesome and are comfortable with improve grip! I odered them from ebay late one night and hadn't fully read the description, they are actually knockoffs for a 2010 Forester. They are not perfect fits but look just fine and I couldnt beat the price ~$25!
I also installed a locating pin for the drivers side floor mat that I had found from a Gen3 Outback a while back. Its always drove me crazy when the mat slips up under the gas pedal!

I still have lots of parts left to install, such as: MSD Coil, NGK plug wires, TPS, drivers seat belt