2nd Generation Wagon (BG/BK) WPEC 's Tulip 95BK-L , :Under Construction with Engine Swap [Archive]

WPEC

10-05-2014, 09:58 PM

Hello SL-i 's fellow members , :smt006 :smt006

My name's Tee. located in Washington DC metro are. based in Herndon,Virginia
I am very excited to introduce myself and my fresh daily driver.
back to 01/2013 I purchased 02 Outback base model from senior owner and drove around here.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/th_898270_562245907129313_1762798320_o_z-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/898270_562245907129313_1762798320_o_zpsf60b7b9d.jpg.html)
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Unfortunately, Since A Subaru 's technicians told me it's needed head gasket that I would be charged around $2500 and then I sold the car to them $2400 with only 150K mile.

I was attended to Nissan/Infiniti 's game!, Owned & Built G20 for 1-1/2 years.then the car had sold because I have to pay student loan.

back to Subaru's game again, Since early August 14, My brother who is mechanic gave me a Legacy L 95 AT with bulletproof EJ22E phase 1.

First got her and she won't start anymore
The needed parts had installed to bring her alive,
1. EJ25 GT Fuel pump from Junkyard
2. Gates timing belt +water pump kit
3. OEM used alternator [Junkyard]

Here is on going list

Engine & Trans:
Stocky 220k mi
Snorkel deleted
power mode

Interior & Lighting:
Done ;
LEDs on Dash,Center console and HVAC gauge
Wood Grains
WRX front seats
Tan leather back seat
Tan Leather Door cards (Ls-i)
Leather A/T shift knob (Ls-i)
Leather Steering wheel (Ls-i)
Leather e-brake (Ls-i)

Exterior & Lighting:
Done;
JDM fender side markers with LEDs
USDM Projector Fog lights [Thank Muse]
Window rain guards, I believe its JDM [$20 from JY]
Morimoto D2S 3.0 projectors retrofitted

ICE
Clarion CZ702
2000uf capacitor
Alpine 4CH drives all speakers
Alpine 2Ch drives JL subwoofer
Outback Tweeters
OBX Ltd. speakers

Suspension , Handling & Brake:
Done;
05 WRX wagon Struts
Pro drive Blue Springs
06 STi top hats
Paranoid Fabrication 3/8" Saggy Butt Spacer in rear
02 WRX Centric StopTech SS brake lines
03 Gen 3 Front Sway bar 20 mm.
1999 Outback Sway bar 18 mm.
02 WRX front brake
02 WRX Rear caliper & H6 brake bracket/Pads & Rotors
Coming;
Hard Race front & rear Endlinks
Fresh LCA Ball joints and Bushes

Wheel & Tires
JDM legacy B4 17"x7" ET55
Milestar MS932 sport 215/45R17 91V All season
ACORN lug nuts 12X1.25 M12 1.25 CLOSED END CHROME

Winter Mode
http://i1288.photobucket.com/albums/b481/thseth/SL-i%20Signature_zps48eyhk8w.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/SL-i%20Signature_zps48eyhk8w.jpg.html)

last Fall vs. now Spring
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/af8411d98614b658a90fbdc1a9efd73d-1.jpg

Hinyo

10-06-2014, 08:30 PM

Name her Tulip? for her color and her beauty =)

WPEC

10-07-2014, 01:17 PM

Name her Tulip? for her color and her beauty =)
Yes, I agreeed and she likes
thank Hinyo for naming her for me.

Muse

10-07-2014, 05:54 PM

Glad to see an official MR1 for your car!

WPEC

10-07-2014, 10:23 PM

Glad to see an official MR1 for your car!
thank you, I'm gonna have more parts on her soon.

peugoby

10-08-2014, 12:17 AM

98legwag

10-08-2014, 09:03 AM

If you haven't bought end links yet, take a look at these.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Front-Rear-Sway ... bc&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Front-Rear-Swaybar-End-Link-fit-2004-2007-Subaru-Impreza-WRX-STi-Sedan-BLACK-/231266324924?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item35d88c11bc&vxp=mtr)

Someone on legacygt.com used the fronts on a 4th gen. He said the hardware they come with is crap. And one bolt is a 10mm and the other is 8mm. He suggested drilling out the 8mm to 10mm.

98legwag

10-08-2014, 09:06 AM

Here is the legacygt.com post about them.
http://legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php ... stcount=62 (http://legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4704326&postcount=62)

WPEC

10-08-2014, 09:36 AM

^^

Here is the legacygt.com post about them.
http://legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php ... stcount=62 (http://legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4704326&postcount=62)

Thank you,98legwag, Oh! that guy 's familiar, Vadim, he 's been my good book since I had G20.
BTW I 've never bought Hardrace yet, I do believe it isn't crap.
I have to replace all brake lines along with WRx calipers early before snowing.
So, I would replace safety parts prioritily, then going to do more research on LCA bushing & end-links.
Might need time on them abit

WPEC

10-08-2014, 09:51 AM

Wow, the car has come a long way in a short amount of time! It looks good - can't wait to see the B4 wheels installed on it with the drop.

Great work so far, keep it up!

My best friend works pretty close to Herndon at the Aston Martin dealership off Rt. 7, sometimes we cruise out that way.

I will put B4 with fresh cheapo tires on mine tomorrow regarding to shop's appointment.
Hey , I drove mine to drop off some packages to the ladies at that place awhile back.
They have been trading exotic super cars and hi-end cars that's so awesome.

WPEC

10-10-2014, 05:57 PM

JDM B4's rims and Fresh tires were on today
Slightly saggy butt ,but 4 steelies are in the back.
I am going to throw in rear 3/8" paranoid fabrication's saggy butt spacers tomorrow.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/769FC35CD4BA4A2783321EF0A21B0939_zpseqhq-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/769FC35C-D4BA-4A27-8332-1EF0A21B0939_zpseqhqtlfm.jpg.html)

98legwag

10-10-2014, 06:25 PM

98legwag

10-10-2014, 06:38 PM

Edited my previous post. I put the wrong date for Agile.

Muse

10-10-2014, 06:47 PM

Wow, those wheels really make that car pop.

WPEC

10-11-2014, 08:40 AM

It still looks really good and fairly level. Keep in mind the rear arches are not perfectly round so that adds to look of the saggy butt. You should consider coming up to the Agile Open House in a week. Its always a good time. Granted it is about 2 hrs from Nova.

Thanks you "98legwag"
The guy who sold me the struts told me to throw 1/2" spacers in rear, but I would try out on low thickness first.
BTW , I prolly come to Agile meeting even my schedule that I will have to make up classes on the same day. hopefully classes will finish early.

WPEC

10-11-2014, 08:42 AM

Wow, those wheels really make that car pop.
Agreed

WPEC

10-11-2014, 02:19 PM

adding 3/8" strut spacers in rear
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/D23F743805BB477EA5C97A0812C726E0_zpsznyp-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/D23F7438-05BB-477E-A5C9-7A0812C726E0_zpsznypbhiv.jpg.html)

twoheadedboy

10-11-2014, 06:03 PM

Looking good so far! Are you thinking of doing a 5 speed swap in the future?

WPEC

10-12-2014, 01:47 AM

Looking good so far! Are you thinking of doing a 5 speed swap in the future?

Hopefully, and I am also thinking of swapping a fresh motor from a newer model when she hits 300k.

WPEC

10-12-2014, 01:33 PM

projector fog lights installed 10/12/14
the light is on independently , anyway I assigned "ON" position on key switch to be a foolproof.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/FFF68BF0C00648AC848FFF49714D26AA_zps3d6f-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FFF68BF0-C006-48AC-848F-FF49714D26AA_zps3d6fpgjm.jpg.html)
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Take Many Thanks to Spencer for helping me to clarify mounting position on reinforce bar. ( me noob)

any questio about wiring diagram , just let me know

r3v_v3ng3

10-12-2014, 04:27 PM

Hinyo

10-12-2014, 06:21 PM

Tulip is looking mighty fine =) Where did you tap power from to get the "on" position to be fool proof? Did you get a different head unit? That lighting doesn't resemble the clarion head unit its look more like the pioneer FH-X70BT unit. If you want some help with the swap I'm sure a couple of us from MD would be more than willing to come down to VA to help. Thank you for keeping us posted. =) and keep up the good work

WPEC

10-12-2014, 07:12 PM

projector fog lights installed 10/12/14
the light is on independently , anyway I assigned "ON" position on key switch to be a foolproof.

Take Many Thanks to Spencer for helping me to clarify mounting position on reinforce bar. ( me noob)

any questio about wiring diagram , just let me know

Looks good! Glad you figured it out :smt023

So much thank to you ,bro . I spent 8 hrs. to figure out bumper/headlights out-in,fog light mounting,wiring relay to switch button [5pm to 1am]
For mounting, I got 4 bolts from Home depot, but only two was used. I was lucky yesterday.

Tulip is looking mighty fine =) Where did you tap power from to get the "on" position to be fool proof? Did you get a different head unit? That lighting doesn't resemble the clarion head unit its look more like the pioneer FH-X70BT unit. If you want some help with the swap I'm sure a couple of us from MD would be more than willing to come down to VA to help. Thank you for keeping us posted. =) and keep up the good work

I will draw the wiring diagram and take a picture of it tonight . basically i tapped the power wires to defrog and cruise 'a buttons and ground wire of illuminates to ground wire of cruise button. ( testing by multimeter)
Anyway, Clarion CX501 had very nice features for me ( noise level reducing in bluetooth function , built-in MIC and 3 pre-outs ), but my pleasure is to let it go with my former Infiniti G20.
I have been running Pioneer FH-X700BT for awhile , so I become pioneer 's fan again.
All installation was done by myself,I would appreciated that you guys willing to help me.

WPEC

10-12-2014, 08:51 PM

Currently,the driving quality is much better than other day I got her but she needs front control arm bushing also Ball joints will be required to replaced too.

I've been searching eBay for last long bushing AKA Polyurethane type and found

Prothane FRONT Control Arm Bushing Kit Subaru Impreza & WRX 98-05 [seller does not list 95-99 legacy but it will fit, right?]
here is the link,
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Prothane-FRONT- ... fc&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Prothane-FRONT-Control-Arm-Bushing-Kit-Subaru-Impreza-WRX-98-05-Red-/301193245436?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item46208432fc&vxp=mtr)

Does anyone deal with polyurethane bushing for daily driving/street use , please just let me know it's worth whether or not?

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/31116201BL-1.jpg

WPEC

10-12-2014, 09:06 PM

Things are on the ways
-Kenwood KFC-1654S
-WRX StopTech SS brake line
-Front Rotors (Wearever)
-Front Pads (Wagner Thermoquiet)
-H6 Rear brake brackets

Muse

10-12-2014, 11:19 PM

Fogs are looking great. Sorry again about the delay in getting them out to you.

peugoby

10-13-2014, 01:07 PM

Loving the Tulip! Looks awesome on the B4 wheels & the addition of the fog lights

WPEC

10-13-2014, 07:26 PM

Installed window rain guards that I found in local junkyard after ending midterm exam early today
I'm not sure its oem subaru but the make her look freaking JDM.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/ED45C8ABA4A34CC19D6697066CE35F18_zpso4oo-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/ED45C8AB-A4A3-4CC1-9D66-97066CE35F18_zpso4oo5sef.jpg.html)
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WPEC

10-13-2014, 07:27 PM

Loving the Tulip! Looks awesome on the B4 wheels & the addition of the fog lights
thank you, bro
I love her too.

WPEC

10-13-2014, 09:33 PM

A single shot taken tonight,

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/DDA560AEF28B470CAE685816ACB4771E_zpsbpac-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/DDA560AE-F28B-470C-AE68-5816ACB4771E_zpsbpacznti.jpg.html)

86bratman

10-13-2014, 10:08 PM

WPEC

10-13-2014, 11:25 PM

Looking good man, I think you're looking at the same lca bushings I originally bought for my car. They are not a direct fit, they're for the 02+ only and are mislisted. Look for gc (93-01) impreza specific bushings.

Can you tell me in more detail ? rubber assembled to housing or polyurethane insert / what brand should i get other than subaru oem and where is the best place to get them.
looking forward to hear that ,thank you

86bratman

10-13-2014, 11:32 PM

86bratman

10-13-2014, 11:33 PM

Oh, and split bushings are the easiest for replacement, press ins are a pain in the ads.

WPEC

10-14-2014, 06:08 PM

The ones listed are too wide by about half an inch. I'd recommend a set of whiteline lca bushings. I don't know the part number off-hand, but any bushing with gc/gf impreza fitment is a direct match for the bd/bk/bg chassis.

Thank you bro,
So, Whiteline would be awesome but my wallet is too light.
I am thinking what would be decent price for me.

So, I hooked up door panel speaker, Kenwood KFC-1654S which are bought from Amazon with overnight delivery,decent sound quality but its fairly cheap just $18 shipped each pair and looking full-range speaker like an oem.
Future plan for sound system,I would add dual-amp to my current system.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/241A067F46AC4C05B9D963BBDAE2BFB2_zpspc9a-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/241A067F-46AC-4C05-B9D9-63BBDAE2BFB2_zpspc9afzqf.jpg.html)

dynonacht

10-15-2014, 08:38 AM

Car is coming together nicely, have you checked to see if energy suspension makes a master kit for our vehicles? That is what I have on my saturn and I like them.

WPEC

10-15-2014, 10:01 AM

Car is coming together nicely, have you checked to see if energy suspension makes a master kit for our vehicles? That is what I have on my saturn and I like them.

I did research a bit
found ES sold in Impreza GC/GF section
$62 plus shipping is not bad, but installation would be PITA. Anyway I am going to grab junk yard LCAs to insert ES in while I can drive her around, Stay Tuned
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com/proddetail.asp?prod=19.3101

86bratman

10-15-2014, 12:41 PM

There are several bushings not included in that "master kit", I can't remember which ones off-hand ad it's been over a year since I went on a bushing spree.

WPEC

10-16-2014, 12:06 AM

Just picked up 03 WRX's front seats from local NASIOC's guy after work today.
Will be on her after getting back from junk yard tomorrow afternoon.

Sooooo,My interior color will have to alternate to " Blacked Out" soon.
and looking for WRX wagon 's rear seat and brackets to complete it.

WPEC

10-17-2014, 02:02 PM

minor updating on Tulip
leather Knob from 99 OBX Ltd.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/9C891643AAF9475FAF73047B91E8DD21_zpsvv8t-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/9C891643-AAF9-475F-AF73-047B91E8DD21_zpsvv8ttadn.jpg.html)

And 03'WRX front seats
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/ACC689E9EEE24AF993709A4DFDCA31B8_zpshd2p-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/ACC689E9-EEE2-4AF9-9370-9A4DFDCA31B8_zpshd2p2ke1.jpg.html)

next couple things on interior part would be door cards reupholdstery and wrx wagon rear seat.

Grimmrican

10-17-2014, 02:53 PM

looking good bro

WPEC

10-17-2014, 06:42 PM

looking good bro
thank you , bro
yours awesome tho , I followed your Instagram.

WPEC

10-19-2014, 09:25 PM

ending up today with Front brake up grade
WRX OEM Front calipers
WRX Stoptech SS lines
Wearever Front Rotors
Wagner Thermoquiet pads

Rear set up is coming up by next weekend
WRX rear calipers
WRX Stoptech rear SS lines
Wearever Rear Rotors 11.4" (289mm)
Outback,LGT rear caliper bracker (on the way)
Wagner Thermoquiet rear pads (on the way)

Pic of Front Setup
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/58701D0D406E4168BF441ADEBE378662_zpsw8g3-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/58701D0D-406E-4168-BF44-1ADEBE378662_zpsw8g3kizs.jpg.html)

WPEC

10-22-2014, 05:27 PM

items dropped off today by Fedex
1.Cardone Rear brake brackets (H6/Outback 2000+)
2. Wagner 02-07 WRX's rear pads
also picked up Wearever H6 rear rotors from Local AAP down the street.
all will be installed on coming Saturday.

plan on Thursday 10/23
- reupholstery all door cards to match wrx seats skin pattern.

WPEC

10-22-2014, 05:28 PM

Power mode switch has been done awhile.
spent 1-1/2 days to fine terminal crimp and switch location.
A magic box on a center console was a host.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/5CA30907CB2849E7B5840484555874DA_zps55nb-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/5CA30907-CB28-49E7-B584-0484555874DA_zps55nbm5e6.jpg.html)

Have a nice day guys

peugoby

10-22-2014, 10:05 PM

What does power mode do?

98legwag

10-22-2014, 10:36 PM

What does power mode do?
Holds gears longer when accelerating hard. It will also downshift quicker when you give it gas when cruising.

WPEC

10-23-2014, 12:13 AM

What does power mode do?
Holds gears longer when accelerating hard. It will also downshift quicker when you give it gas when cruising.

Thanks for a nice description "98legweg"
"peugoby" please try on this thread,
sl-i.net/FORUM/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=17483

She's quicker and more responsible for now.

WPEC

10-23-2014, 08:35 PM

update 10/23/14
Reupholsterying all door cards to match wrx's seat color . using Loctite adhesive spray to be a glue (awesome sticking but smell bad) and mounting them to original taupe color door panels which would be exciting.

got snap shots after work. Its easiest DIY i ever had.
Anyway**** still have fabric left about 1-1/2 yards, bought them from Jo Ann.
let me know anyone want them, I will throw in a package for you for free.

Passenger side
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/3EB686EC510C42B889132489C624B8C3_zps8gvr-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/3EB686EC-510C-42B8-8913-2489C624B8C3_zps8gvroxxw.jpg.html)

driver side closely
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/A947DF2163FE42DCA7B08321247E6DC5_zpsvi7r-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/A947DF21-63FE-42DC-A7B0-8321247E6DC5_zpsvi7rzlvb.jpg.html)

Fabric's texture with macro mode
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/AAB2FD85792A43A88458BD111381F15D_zps7jhj-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/AAB2FD85-792A-43A8-8458-BD111381F15D_zps7jhjamn8.jpg.html)

any suggestion , would be appreciated

WPEC

10-25-2014, 05:13 PM

10/25
H6 r& WRx rear brake set up
rear 18mm sway bar installed

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/6AAA87B8A35B4759B348C9DE6875590D_zpspheb-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/6AAA87B8-A35B-4759-B348-C9DE6875590D_zpspheblpvi.jpg.html)

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Reuben

10-25-2014, 06:05 PM

This build has a damn nice attention to detail, good shit!

WPEC

10-27-2014, 05:03 PM

This build has a damn nice attention to detail, good shit!

Thanks for the words.
behind the scenes , my lady's badly consumpted almost 3 quarts of motor oil rough in every 3k miles.
and worst once I got fresh oil change, lots of white smoke is definitely happened in every morning and then runs without shitty white though.
I am sourcing good motor to swap soon.

WPEC

10-28-2014, 11:53 AM

I got smoking deal on chairs,
soaking shampoo then will be on by tmr.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/10/1D7D08AFD9C24944B6AC63FD0C16C753_zpslga7-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/1D7D08AF-D9C2-4944-B6AC-63FD0C16C753_zpslga7j3sa.jpg.html)

peugoby

10-28-2014, 03:16 PM

Nice. I use to have those WRX seats in my sedan. I liked them a lot but I am pretty tall (6 foot 3 inches) and my head was too close to the headliner all the time. They feel great though.

WPEC

10-28-2014, 04:19 PM

Nice. I use to have those WRX seats in my sedan. I liked them a lot but I am pretty tall (6 foot 3 inches) and my head was too close to the headliner all the time. They feel great though.

Oh!, I am loving wrx seats too.
I do believe ,I will sit same height even sitting on new one like i was on a truck chair.
because they have same rail but new one would be lighter than old one (lift testing that why I grab it.

WPEC

10-30-2014, 08:32 PM

I went to junk yard today,
grabbed rear wiper from Honda Element which shoter than Pilot.
and I just got 2 set of front speakers off of OBX Ltd.'s instead crappy kenwood.
Trick: Anyone wants less money upgrading on your system , let just grab 2 set of front speaker from any Ltd. Outback and front tweeters , they are great combination. generating pretty crips sound once compared to a paper woofer.
if you are hooking them up to any aftermarket deck I believe that would be better output.

Muse

10-31-2014, 08:13 PM

Not sure if they're the same, but the fronts from a third-gen fit second-gens, are plastic cones, and also sound amazing.

WPEC

11-01-2014, 08:59 AM

Not sure if they're the same, but the fronts from a third-gen fit second-gens, are plastic cones, and also sound amazing.
Ohhhh! great info,Muse
Anyway, I have 40w mini amplifier which can make those louder but still are not blown.

WPEC

11-01-2014, 11:31 PM

End up today with small enclosure and 10" JL audio subwoofer.
its working sooo great.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/11/B4C110C2492A44FCBE166751D40ADA24_zpsqjoo-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/B4C110C2-492A-44FC-BE16-6751D40ADA24_zpsqjoopsya.jpg.html)

Muse

11-02-2014, 07:11 AM

I've been wanting a sub pretty bad as of late... I just don't really want a box.

WPEC

11-02-2014, 02:40 PM

I've been wanting a sub pretty bad as of late... I just don't really want a box.
Where its gonna be mounted without box in a fishbowl? Lol

Muse

11-02-2014, 10:51 PM

OEM underseat sub, or somehow mount it in the rear interior wall lining... somehow...

WPEC

11-03-2014, 10:56 PM

I had her downhill today.
love her tons
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/11/62DA34D209B24AB4BFB0258BA324C5FB_zpsubzz-1.jpg (http://s1288.photobucket.com/user/thseth/media/Mobile%20Uploads/62DA34D2-09B2-4AB4-BFB0-258BA324C5FB_zpsubzz6yoz.jpg.html)

WPEC

11-05-2014, 10:00 AM

I will replace VC gaskets and reseal oil pan on coming Saturday.
I'm wondering about oil pan gasket that I have bought from Advance auto parts, should I replace old seal with gasket or just resealing it by Ultra grey silicone gasket.
Any recommendations, feel free to clarify me please

WPEC

11-11-2014, 12:20 AM

Ending up Saturday with Alpine sound system , spent 6 hrs. on mounting, wiring and setting , no sweat due to there was cold outside building.
Driver side axle,VC and oil pan jobs will be happened next month after moved in the new house with private garage.

Cooper197

11-14-2014, 04:18 PM

OEM underseat sub, or somehow mount it in the rear interior wall lining... somehow...
I've always thought about moving the jack out of the little storage compartment on the left side and doing a fiberglassed box there. I feel like with a little bit of work and creativity you could fit a 10, or depending on how much of the side panel you cut out around it maybe even a 12? I know it would need a full back panel on it though, could be a ton of work, but it could look really nice when done!

WPEC

11-29-2014, 05:55 PM

She hasn't been updated awhile.
I decide to keep a turd run as fast as she could be .
now,gotta find EGR solenoid to solve p0400.
of course I can't affort brand new because of projector retrofit project took my wallet worn.
If anyone has used solenoid , please give me a pm.

dynonacht

11-29-2014, 10:58 PM

Maybe phi11 has one?

WPEC

11-30-2014, 12:15 AM

Maybe phi11 has one?
thank you dynoacht , phi11 's such a good good guy I have ever bough many parts from him since I knew him.
hope he'll contact me soon

dynonacht

11-30-2014, 12:46 AM

No prob. I texted him and told him you were looking for one.

WPEC

01-03-2015, 02:31 PM

my lady's still throwing P0400 after replace all intake hose lines,egr,bpt,and all solenoids . nevermind that It runs smooth as well
Alright! Since I had 99 Crystal headlights laying around the man cave for a little while . I spent day-off on new year holidays to make them un foggy and putting them on the lady. Soo bad the light beam was not sharp as good as a one piece headlight is but the amount of foreground is liking a charm. Otherwise, the projector retrofitting is coming along spring season for sure.
Happy New Year 2015 to you guys.
Tee

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/01/0b3f023458e317d7d98008c1fdf407f6-1.jpg

WPEC

01-06-2015, 04:09 PM

Valve cover gaskets replacement & swap tan leather door cards last night . opened up my eye with snowing in these morning then got her playing around my work place .
these are few snapped shots on the top level of garage Lol
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Please be safe while driving in snow because you can't even beat it.
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peugoby

01-07-2015, 12:34 PM

Love the new pictures of your car. I was just out on Route 7 around Tyson's Corner this weekend! My fiancee said the snow was coming down like crazy.

Those 2-piece headlights are no good. You should save up for JDM projectors, one of the best modifications for 2nd gen's. Your wagon looks great with those wheels & stance.

WPEC

01-07-2015, 01:33 PM

Muse

01-07-2015, 09:24 PM

Peugoby,
There will be heavy snow next weekdays (Tue-Thurs) . We can meet up at Thai restaurant behind the Walmart on rt.7 though.
IMO,I thought so man , I never like 2-piece headlight 's beam angle since I have had them on mine for a little while. i'm in process of retrofit projector into usdm one-piece headlight btw. you know the flutes( diffuses) inside would need my attentions a lot.
Thomistopheles did that, sanded the flutes off, but he said it was more trouble than it was worth.

peugoby

01-08-2015, 12:46 AM

Peugoby,
There will be heavy snow next weekdays (Tue-Thurs) . We can meet up at Thai restaurant behind the Walmart on rt.7 though.
IMO,I thought so man , I never like 2-piece headlight 's beam angle since I have had them on mine for a little while. i'm in process of retrofit projector into usdm one-piece headlight btw. you know the flutes( diffuses) inside would need my attentions a lot.

I'm back in Seattle now but I will let you know next time I'm back! It will be in the middle of March. I commend your efforts to retrofit projectors into your headlights! I know its hard work & I hope the outcome looks good and is worth the effort. Cheers.

WPEC

01-08-2015, 01:14 AM

Muse , Thanks for mention
I will try to follow this awesome work,
http://www.jzx100.com/forum/topic/294-c ... ight-lens/ (http://www.jzx100.com/forum/topic/294-clear-headlight-lens/)
This'd be about first time to de-flutes for inside so far I would see how it's turned out.
Peugoby, Ahh regretting that, anyway,hope to see you here soon.

WPEC

01-23-2015, 02:55 PM

Did de-flutes passenger side headlight cover, took me 6 hrs for first time job. Driver side will be done soon.
This process's prepped before projector retrofitting so far.

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https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/01/fe01ccb9763e409f35aca350976684db-1.jpg

Tryna fit a LED flash light for fun

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https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/01/0d37a8b68d81602e7d2faa67f5eff78b-1.jpg

Let's see stupid output
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/01/ac37ebbd0d062b933fbb9ce7b51a4f81-1.jpg

Stay tuned ppl.

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WPEC

02-10-2015, 01:56 PM

I have changed my mind to build jdm headlights as my main set. I paused current work this moment.
BTW , I have 3 sets of headlight to mess with.
HID Projector retrofit is around the corner.
Having set sent by dude here
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/a3f4eaa52f35837ec754b213a2e9fe3f-1.jpg

Damn thing is missing oem plug for both headlight but that's not a big deal
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Taking apart headlight to measure the tabs's length gathering them for chosen projector.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/4a56eb590c773feb721cb9e334f90346-1.jpg

Will retro Lexus fog into my current fog too
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/1a00174c3ca7706ff5863f410327c5c1-1.jpg

Planning to finish the projectors by end of this month.

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peugoby

02-10-2015, 04:21 PM

Looking forward to seeing the retrofitted Lexus fogs. Those have a great color. What model lexus are they from?

WPEC

02-10-2015, 04:28 PM

Looking forward to seeing the retrofitted Lexus fogs. Those have a great color. What model lexus are they from?

I believe they come from 96 and older ES300 .
I will pick them up at Hinyo by tomorrow.

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98legwag

02-10-2015, 10:02 PM

I know what else you are picking up from him tomorrow.....

WPEC

02-11-2015, 01:41 AM

I know what else you are picking up from him tomorrow.....

Yeah so glad you know that however I'm quiet excited to meet up him hopefully i'm willing to learn something new to me from him too.

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WPEC

02-11-2015, 03:04 PM

Went to pick up good & rare stuff at Hinyo.
He is nice & cool guy definitely. we picked up stuff at Home Depot, He 's gonna make custom brackets for me and many other things about car we have talked lately are very informative.

Great time with great ppl = happiness

Appreciated you , My Hinyo.

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WPEC

02-12-2015, 04:36 PM

A GT front lip is rare , I have been told.
Thanks HinYo!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/19000eb45d5e9bb8e311d79d6b5b065a-1.jpghttps://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/fbfe908e672e48c82015077cd099a2f7-1.jpg

I scored Lexus & Gt fog lights having same projector.
We could just swap a yellow lens from Lexus if you want yellow beam by open your GT fog. Or you might make custom brackets especially for Lexus fog that would be more time consumed and having aiming issues.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/6ffad57fda1461aca3711e6c4787b688-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/0515c66ff03550d36b88fad505292b92-1.jpg
Unfortunately , it has broken tab once i just opened.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/76753d517ccbab112b5fb3edff799fa6-1.jpg

The pictures of 96 GT's projector
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/632ed628a062311369a63130911051cc-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/599e2e64e242029e14dbbf929355c1ca-1.jpg
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https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/fa2d835ef46b947a0def25c6407876d3-1.jpg

The pictures of old Lexus ES300
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/02/0febac9b1e5d2e285b2be64954e0c967-1.jpg
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Any questions or comments , just let me know

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r3v_v3ng3

02-13-2015, 05:50 AM

Thats pretty cool! I've only seen the jdm ones that has the yellow projector.

WPEC

02-13-2015, 02:20 PM

Thats pretty cool! I've only seen the jdm ones that has the yellow projector.

WoW! JDM , FTW!
How are you, brother

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WPEC

03-04-2015, 05:19 PM

Coming Soon!

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r3v_v3ng3

03-06-2015, 04:56 AM

Cool! I just ordered a set of jdm projectors for the postal

lord flashheart

03-07-2015, 12:54 AM

Im digging ur build man!
Love the light retrofit!

WPEC

03-07-2015, 01:10 AM

Cool! I just ordered a set of jdm projectors for the postal
It would be awesome brother.

Im digging ur build man!
Love the light retrofit!
Thank you Lord, actually its not completed on car yet.
Am about sourcing some tools and waiting to get warmer here.

lord flashheart

03-07-2015, 01:12 AM

Still. Ita making me want to do eeet

WPEC

03-07-2015, 01:13 AM

Cruising in snow last night , had a lot of funny drifting and help plowing a bit. Love her tons
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/03/575b035e8f6145a55a924f6f24cdd03b-1.jpg

WPEC

03-07-2015, 01:18 AM

Still. Ita making me want to do eeet

If you have JDM projector headlights , tryna check out Hinyo's DIY thread.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?18937-DIY-FX-R-3-0-Retrofit-Into-2nd-Gen-Legacy-Liberty-BD-BG-BK-JDM-Headlights

T

WPEC

04-01-2015, 03:40 AM

What's up guys!
Im here everyday but haven't been posting my progress on Tulip for while due to weather inclement.
I have worked on headlight retrofitting , Hinyo helps out
Now i've got my fog lights with clear lens swap along with cheap PnP HID kit installation.
Here's teaser (in progress)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/d45f57bf21311b3e39d8299dc6455c99-1.jpghttps://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/b0aa4a9fc5e13e5a85b69247a23c684c-1.jpg

98legwag

04-01-2015, 09:12 AM

Nice. Are you coming to the MD meet on Saturday?

WPEC

04-01-2015, 10:34 AM

Nice. Are you coming to the MD meet on Saturday?

I cant even leave work on Saturday. Hope you guys enjoy the meeting.

WPEC

04-02-2015, 09:44 PM

Baked my driver side foglight to throw clear lens in today ,
Oven : Honda's spare part box
Heat generator : Harbor freight 's heat gun
Baking time : 15 mins
Temp : n/a
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/6de84d29a746353e432fff5dc9fcc0c6-1.jpg

The Result came out pretty $ucx, I think it's Permaseal.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/8c3d1db3d55cb5dd4ae3d41f337f1bfa-1.jpg

Then I figued this problem with getting the 94 Lexus es300 fog lights (Toyota part as well) swap using Subaru bracket glued by JB weld Steel Stick and kwik one.
It came along nicely
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/7738e887f5ea3a9afe10c558aab58ddf-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/7dc7ad1a5d7d26855cc9949a774d2b6f-1.jpg
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I'd let it cure 24-48 hrs. for strong sticking.
I will update again once I get a chance.

WPEC

04-12-2015, 10:26 PM

I just got my first retrofit done with fog lights lately.
Again , Audi clear lens is key benefit to this retrofitting.

Please see the pictures below and tell me what do you guys think?
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Hinyo

04-13-2015, 06:43 PM

As I said on facebook. Beautiful Retrofit *BRAVO BRAVO* honestly. there are people out there WISHING they had your foglights as headlights =P keep up the good work

peugoby

04-14-2015, 01:16 AM

Wow! Great work. Those look very sharp and lots of output. The lighting is so clear, very well done!

WPEC

04-14-2015, 10:46 AM

As I said on facebook. Beautiful Retrofit *BRAVO BRAVO* honestly. there are people out there WISHING they had your foglights as headlights =P keep up the good work
I couldn't say more than thank you so much buddy

Wow! Great work. Those look very sharp and lots of output. The lighting is so clear, very well done!
Thanks! Your jdm nose cut is awesome, hoping one day!
I am far from perfection on lighting system but I would try my best!

WPEC

04-14-2015, 10:56 AM

I have done Yo!
-FX-R w/ morimoto XB35 5500k (10hrs now) JDM Headlights by Hinyo (Mines in process of waiting fabricated brackets)
-4300K Lexus foglight with Audi clear lens
-GT front-back-sides molding painted gloss back ( thanks Hinyo)

Next is getting a bicycle and a bike rack for summer long!
Pictures are edit by ios,
Enjoy
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WPEC

04-15-2015, 01:18 PM

Picked up bug eye WRX wheels today, will paint this sh!? With Duplicolor Bronze soon.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/cd03c07d23b73df6583410fb23b97882-1.jpg

peugoby

04-15-2015, 01:31 PM

Wow it looks great with the lips! How did you mount the side skirts?

WPEC

04-15-2015, 01:48 PM

Who have WRX stocky wheels with paint?

WPEC

04-15-2015, 01:49 PM

Wow it looks great with the lips! How did you mount the side skirts?

I drilled 3 holes under rocker and hammered this 1/4" -20 x1.25 insert nut into the holes and tighten a side skirts with 1/4" hex bolt slowly .
Also, at the front mounting ,I just used scrap 10mm bolts and nuts from a trash.
In the rear mounting point , I will have to install plastic cover ( sold by dealer for $20) to finish this job soon , I will get them at a Junk Yard ,anyway.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/403fa26b7f3d9e1d28513888737814c7-1.jpg

peugoby

04-15-2015, 02:27 PM

I drilled 3 holes under rocker and hammered this 1/4" -20 x1.25 insert nut into the holes and tighten a side skirts with 1/4" hex bolt slowly .
Also, at the front mounting ,I just used scrap 10mm bolts and nuts from a trash.
In the rear mounting point , I will have to install plastic cover ( sold by dealer for $20) to finish this job soon , I will get them at a Junk Yard ,anyway.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/403fa26b7f3d9e1d28513888737814c7-1.jpg

The install looks nice, much better than on mine. Great work! The car is really coming together nicely.

WPEC

04-15-2015, 02:54 PM

I wanna powder coat my wrx wheels real bad

Choice are
Bronze ( my favorite)
Silver (keep stock looking)
Gold ( wish Tulip is world rally blue )

Which one is the best look!
Please please give me you vote or opinions

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CaleDeRoo

04-16-2015, 12:27 AM

I think silver looks really clean and will never go out of style.

KNaph

04-16-2015, 01:26 AM

WPEC

04-16-2015, 02:23 AM

Rough photoshops but maybe this will give you an idea.

343
344

In my opinion, and these are all based off of the colors in my photoshops:

Bronze is a bit too close to your existing body color, so that might be a bit goofy.
Gold stands out quite a bit, doesn't look too bad either, but it's definitely flashy if you're going that route.
Silver is a classic and a neutral color that goes with just about any body color, but like you said it's a bit stock looking.

I'm thinking gold or silver unless you can come up with a different shade of bronze that doesn't really blend in with the paint.

Wow ! Thank you very much for your times spending on photoshop. Those are pretty sweet and your suggestion helped me a lot . However, I downloaded some pics of stock wheel painted from Nasioc for more choices
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1203882&page=10

Sample shot
Really like this color , i'm not sure it will be goofy ?
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/11b1cd42e55edf33951ff44a5e87c839-1.jpg

I will paint my another 17" set of 06 LGT that I will pick this up on coming weekend)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/451ee3d519d237e4f9b4109256a193da-1.jpg

So far so good , I will get rid of B4 rims soon!

KNaph

04-16-2015, 03:04 AM

WPEC

04-16-2015, 03:24 AM

I guess goofy wasn't the best choice of words haha. I tried another edit to get a similar color to what you posted, it's not exact but it's relatively close.

345
Is this the color you wanted? I can try to mess with it a bit more in the morning if you want me to.

Oh yeah, nice job Knaph , thankfully .

Can you please chop this color on RS wheelz,
this would be the last color of choices.
iirc, they call "Graphite" nor " Gun metal"
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/28f73baa2f8545ff2d66cb9c2063254a-1.jpg

Thanks in advance

KNaph

04-16-2015, 04:05 AM

This is about as close as I could get it,
348

The color is similar, but I can't really simulate the gloss that you would get by painting the wheels.

r3v_v3ng3

04-16-2015, 05:07 AM

Looking good wpec! You just need the gt rear lip to finish up the back bumper. Looks like your collecting oem wheels :)

WPEC

04-16-2015, 08:50 AM

Looking good wpec! You just need the gt rear lip to finish up the back bumper. Looks like your collecting oem wheels :)

Hi brother, have you been?
She does have rear lip. Yes! i'm collecting the oem craps,. They're cheap on craigslist here , I cant beat it!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2015/04/1ffa743e25eb8a47db5555b7c8a47728-1.jpg

Do you have bg5 black aero mud guards laying around?

WPEC

04-16-2015, 08:59 AM

This is about as close as I could get it,
348

The color is similar, but I can't really simulate the gloss that you would get by painting the wheels.

I appreciated you in everything and you did great jobs on photoshop.

So, Its time to start my paint job.

Thank you, KNaph

WPEC

04-16-2015, 11:51 PM

Visit u-pick a part junkyard @Stafford today
Scored this guy;
It still got a lot of useful parts ;
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WPEC

04-23-2015, 10:44 AM

Last thing I have done before her heart was died was plastidip black center granise and taking light bulbs out

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/08/155c9ce4a6cc191d5c5a1c2b2f2cd2be.jpg

Then
Car started rough Idle for while and was not immediately running because misfire in #1
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WPEC

05-08-2015, 01:18 PM

!!! Under Construction !!!
- Engine Swapping (95 dual port EJ22E)
- Reseal a power steering pump

WPEC

05-13-2015, 01:42 AM

Just received it
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Thanks Shane!

WPEC

06-20-2015, 04:24 PM

Updating
Tulips running just fine now.
Celebrating her with
JDM headlights with FX-R retrofit
Yakima bike rack

Summer time has been so fun for awhile.

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86bratman

06-20-2015, 11:09 PM

Looking good buddy. I need to order my fx-r's now that I have my car running again.

b4wii

06-23-2015, 04:57 AM

WPEC

06-23-2015, 08:59 AM

really diggin your car man. i am trying to do a hid projector retrofit in my usdm headlights, and am kinda at a loss as to the best way to deflute the lenses. do you think you could give me any tips for what you have done so far on your usdm set?

here is a photo of my progress so far on my retrofit:
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Hinyo , he is retrofitting my 1 piece headlights.
Long story short, I polished diffusers off by hand it was willing to fail. You might have to have dual action polisher for completing this project because it will not leave uneven surface or melt your lens.
Anyway, what projector have you put in yours?

b4wii

06-23-2015, 07:46 PM

they are morimoto mini h1's with fx-r lenses/shrouds. the shroud i think is the Gatling on the retrofit source's website. i was debating on whether or not i should just throw them in now while i figure out how to de-flute the spare pair of lenses i have. i currently have h4 bi-xenon hid bulbs in my stock halogen headlights.

Edit: in fact i think thats what ill do.

WPEC

07-19-2015, 04:13 PM

Just picked up the new to me wheels
Rota Torque
17x8
+48
Need advices on tires?
205/45
Or
215/45

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KNaph

07-19-2015, 07:26 PM

86bratman

07-19-2015, 07:41 PM

I'm running 215/45-17 on 06/07 wrx wheels on my bd, plenty of room to spare with standard struts. And the speedo is dead on.

98legwag

07-19-2015, 09:08 PM

I ran 205/45/17 on 17x7.5 +45 on my wagon on stock wrx wagon suspension. It rubbed around corners or on big bumps with people in the back seat.

WPEC

07-20-2015, 10:46 AM

I run 225/45 on my wheels which are 17x7.

But I have coilovers, so you might have clearance issues with the tire and the shock body.

205/45 should probably get you clear of any issues with rubbing on the strut, 215 might work but I can't say for sure.
I would say 205/45 to be on the safer side.
Hi thx for input 205/45 is way to go FTW
Which coilovers are you running?

I'm running 215/45-17 on 06/07 wrx wheels on my bd, plenty of room to spare with standard struts. And the speedo is dead on.
I have 215/45 with 06 LGT on my BD with stock suspension . It will looking better if on 205/50 without lowed suspension
anyway im looking for wrx struts set FTW

I ran 205/45/17 on 17x7.5 +45 on my wagon on stock wrx wagon suspension. It rubbed around corners or on big bumps with people in the back seat.
Those wheels were looking nice , I guess
Im going to stick with 205/45 also try on 5 mm spacers in rear and rolled fender.