Okin's 97 BK- L **8/26** Eet's home For a refresh!

[Okin DaVanh]

Tho we had been together through some good/bad times for 5 years, then let him go to my sis-in-law who took care of him for 3..... I would'nt give up the chance to have him home again.He's a well known and well loved family member and we're happy he's back! Welcome home Eet!


Ok.... all the huggy/kissy B/S aside.... He's starting to show his age a little, on the outside. 3 spots of minor cancer, so we're thinking... maybe a lil plastic surgery in the future. On the bright side, all the major maintenance has been done recently with very low wear/tear since. I've also updated the "Mods list" a little. Anyhow, this was the old pics/intro (save for me deleting some old pics) Recent pics following the "up on stands" pic. Enjoy.

Car:
1997 Legacy L Wagon.



Interior-
Broadway mirror
98 2.5GT Wagon Charcoal/Gray cloth
Woodgrain window switches
OEM leather Shift Gaiter
BMW coin tray
blue LED's in outer instrument cluster locations (Temp/Gas)
Volvo Spare tire tray
rear passenger footwell footrests
All dash lights working




Exterior-
99 Outback Rear Bumper cover
96 GT Front Lip
Factory/JDM BK Fogs
JDM BK Headlights
JDM Marker Lights (Not wired)
Customized Grill with STi Logo
Foldable mirrors (Originally mine had non foldable)
Factory BK Rear Spoiler
1st Gen Xb rear wiper arm/blade


Engine-
Nothing really to write here. I always wanted it to stay reliable.:
Up to date on maintenance: Timing Belt etc..
Snorkus Delete
Hi Flow panel filter
Engine rebuilt in late 2010.


Exhaust-
OutBack Exhaust


Brakes/Suspension/wheels

02-03 Bugeye spec shocks w/ Tenabe GF210 Lowering Springs
02-03 bugeye TopHats
2.5GT-
Dual Piston Front Calipers
Caliper Brackets
All 4 R1 Concept rotors for 2.5GT
Synthetic Brake Fluid

15" Factory 5's (that clear for the bigger rotors) w/195/60's


I purchased it April 2004 totaled! I rebuilt it, and it was originally meant for Teh Missus. In '05 we bought her an '05 Scion XB, and I sold my 96GT wagon that had 169k on it for this which had 58k and the BK became my daily. Not content with leaving things the way they are, I started small like everyone else. Even customizing and plastic welding a set of BE sideskirts to fit. Then some changes came about while I browsed the boards and became familiar with the Subaru marque.



May 09...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/IMG_0840-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/03/Picture002-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/Picture004-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/Picture005-1.jpg


Many a day I've had like some other members here. Car up on jackstands and parts and pieces everywhere. The end result here, was the big brake upgrade which I fell in love with.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/IMG_0868-1.jpg
Removal and Upgradeof the total suspension and brakes on this car was fairly easy but had it's trivial moments.


8/2012 UpDate
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/64679BFCD9274C598CF7F2C8D898BFC113200000-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/9D7C57AD065F40DCB61765C1DD2AC71113200000-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/BFA96CE4B5FB42BCB7CE876C845E787813200000-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/E1810A726F2442BCB060F752BBAB51D513200000-1.jpg
Added these:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/CAM00019-1.jpg
And 1 of these
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/DSCN2472-1.jpg
Spare 96 GT front cover with lip
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/DSCN2517-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/DSCN2519-1.jpg


When I let it go, it had 120k give or take. Rebuilt it at 138k. Both heads/timingbelt/waterpump/thermostat/ and other sensors and odds and ends. What I got it back with.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/D78B25D88B194237B51802A74FC3EDD413200000-1.jpg

Some damage I found.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/7B3A8B021A9B47D88B96F305C589D28213200000-1.jpg

Parking in her yard, under a tree that sh@ts sap on it (Only the hood tho, which is an easy fix.)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/36A355C2CEBB4A2BA707CBC9EAD5D07213200000-1.jpg


So for now, it's just the basics.

[d1giPhux]

Oops.. looks like you made 2 posts. Next time just hit the 'edit' button on the bottom. Dont worry.. the mods will prolly just delete the other one! Nice car tho! :grin:

[ryu_haneda]

Yet another reason why my next Subaru will definitely be a wagon. Niiiiiiice Legacy. Looking good!

[Reason]

Very nice, I never knew a 00 rear bumper fits on the BK. You sure it wasn't a 99? Or am I missing the Outback crossover?

Anyway keep it up, the snow is coming soon!

[htioki]

I didn't know that the 03 Outback came w/ 15" factory alloys. Thought they were only available in 16s.

Looks like the bumper is a perfect fit. Good to know.

[Huffer]

It's not an 00 bumper. It's the stepguard that sits on top of the bumper I believe - the black rubber part.

Slick wagon.

I need to get moving on some things to keep up with people!

[peugoby]

I saw your car on Nasioc earlier and commented. Again very nice. Are you sure that isn't a BG Outback bumper?

I think those rims are from a BG (2nd gen) Outback as well. I think all the 00+ Outbacks had 16's, I could be wrong though.

Looks great though, and welcome to SL-I!

[Okin DaVanh]

[quote="Reason"]Very nice, I never knew a 00 rear bumper fits on the BK. You sure it wasn't a 99? Or am I missing the Outback crossover?

You are right. I copied this from an ad when it was for sale :grin:

I was too lazy to re- write it all, so I copied and pasted it, and then deleted some. A little too much editing. I'll change it.

[Okin DaVanh]

I didn't know that the 03 Outback came w/ 15" factory alloys. Thought they were only available in 16s.

Looks like the bumper is a perfect fit. Good to know.

The same car I got the sideskirts from, I got the wheels off of. It was a 2 tone model with outter door panels. The bodystyle following mine (sorry, I dont know a BK from a BD or any other letter designation at the moment. Gimme some time tho.) It had different headlights as well, if that helps. Matter of fact, didn't even take the dogleg filler for the sideskirts. Look closely.

The car was hit in the nose dead center. I figured I'd go for the wheels 1st. The L's factory 14's were'nt cutting it.

These are the wheels that came off that car. And for some reason, they're are the same exact style that was on my 96 GT when I got that also. Which brings me to something else. My GT didn't come with a hood scoop and it was never in an accident. Can someone explain that one? Other than the usual "Added Options"?

[Okin DaVanh]

I saw your car on Nasioc earlier and commented. Again very nice. Are you sure that isn't a BG Outback bumper?

I think those rims are from a BG (2nd gen) Outback as well. I think all the 00+ Outbacks had 16's, I could be wrong though.

Looks great though, and welcome to SL-I!

Thanks.

Yes, It is a "BG" 99 Rear bumper. I fixed the mix up. I had to check the receipt.

The skirts and wheels are off the same car. I can't explain why, because the car was at the salvage yard. But I do know this because I was the one who pulled everything off. I got everything for $300- 4 wheels w/tires and lugs (y not) + pair of sideskiirts and hardware (which I didn't use)

My sideskirts should give anyone here an idea what year this car was, as I'm not caught up to SL-I or body designations yet.

[Reason]

A good start to learn most of the terminology and specs of the Legacy is SLi 101 https://sl-i.net/FORUM/viewforum.php?f=41

[Okin DaVanh]

A good start to learn most of the terminology and specs of the Legacy is SLi 101 https://sl-i.net/FORUM/viewforum.php?f=41


Thanks. Maybe that will slow some of the internet a$$whoopings :grin:


...And BTW... This is Dodik's car.


He "claims" its a 2003. I believe him. Nice H-6 @ that.


:shock: OMG :shock:




https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/03/SNV316075456-1.jpg I ts the same.



But seriously, I don't know why these wheels were on that car. It was a good deal IMO, so I went with it. The car looked identical to his with the exception, the other was a wagon.

[dodik]

my car is 02 not 03 i have 03 WRX rims on it now, not those stockers pictured above. and wtf is "He "claims" " ?

[Okin DaVanh]

my car is 02 not 03 i have 03 WRX rims on it now, not those stockers pictured above. and wtf is "He "claims" " ?


Sent you a pm Dodik. and I wasn't talking about the wheels. Your cars year/bodystyle (Headlights, door cladding, even the color combo).

[dodik]

pm replied. most of us here know all model codes and equipmnet that came with those models if you make a mistake you shouldnt get bashed for it (its not nasioc) although it happends sometimes, i dont think anyone tried putting 00-04 sidekirts on 95-99 model and rims are from older genreariot thats why there was a confusion. noone really bashed you either we just wanted to clarify what is from what. this forum is great for info and way more friendly then some others you wont get replys like "try searching" here, i think everyone will chip in if they have usefull info. welcome.

[Okin DaVanh]

pm replied. most of us here know all model codes and equipmnet that came with those models if you make a mistake you shouldnt get bashed for it (its not nasioc) although it happends sometimes, i dont think anyone tried putting 00-04 sidekirts on 95-99 model and rims are from older genreariot thats why there was a confusion. noone really bashed you either we just wanted to clarify what is from what. this forum is great for info and way more friendly then some others you wont get replys like "try searching" here, i think everyone will chip in if they have usefull info. welcome.

Thanks Dodik.

I appreciate the "corrections". I had to shorten the sideskirts and plastic weld them back together, fill and smooth them. I'm a firm believer in, "If they don't make it, then you make it".

I've been involved with autobody for over 18 years (I was 16 sweeping floors). Sometimes I can't even remember what I had for breakfast when I walk in the shop.

[Reason]

you wont get replys like "try searching" here

Guilty...


I noticed the side skirts are the same like dodiks, I was confused on the rear bumper at first.

Anyway try not to take anything to heart what most of us say. Like dodik says we can be pretty passionate about Subarus and like to pass on that knowledge. Sometimes internet talk can make you (you in general) an asshole. I'm guilty of that one too, but it might be true :wink:

[Okin DaVanh]

I know. None taken. You know I was going crazy that morning with all the errands and stuff going on.

Anyways, Anyone else who would like to try (newer mode sideskirtsl) it there's somethings you should know.

1- They're aren't a direct fit. you'll have to section off about 1" or so. I just did the end cap to look a little cleaner.

2. Having a plastic welding kit is very helpful, as you would have to weld the end cap back into place to screw it back onto the body.

3. If you like you mud flaps, this is not for you. I could use the rears still, but the fronts would have needed to be trimmed. I liked them without.

I'll try to get close up pics to show what I'm describing.

[gefinley]

Where'd you find the leather seats and door cards? Local junkyard out of a totaled one, or buy them?

Nice car as well. I didn't know 3rd gen. OB had those rims though, or any BE/BH to be honest. I thought they were 2nd gen.

[deadlydave]

Wow, I didn't really notice how cool your skirts looked before. Big-time thumbs up for some excellent custom work. :grin:

[d1giPhux]

Damn.. yea, i didnt even notice them either.. great job on the custom work! You should paint them eventually to match the car color.. would look GREAT! :cool:

[Okin DaVanh]

Where'd you find the leather seats and door cards? Local junkyard out of a totaled one, or buy them?

Nice car as well. I didn't know 3rd gen. OB had those rims though, or any BE/BH to be honest. I thought they were 2nd gen.


I used to own a 96 2.5GT. Before I sold it, I swapped most of the parts between the 2 cars.

[Okin DaVanh]

Damn.. yea, i didnt even notice them either.. great job on the custom work! You should paint them eventually to match the car color.. would look GREAT! :cool:


Thanks, but I was thinking they'd contrast the factory lip (which at the time, I wanted to leave black) and the center piece under the rear bumper. I need to bring it back into the shop and strip it down. I was thinking of 2 toning the car. Black pearl on top/ Factory red pearl on bottom.

[gefinley]

Where'd you find the leather seats and door cards? Local junkyard out of a totaled one, or buy them?

Nice car as well. I didn't know 3rd gen. OB had those rims though, or any BE/BH to be honest. I thought they were 2nd gen.


I used to own a 96 2.5GT. Before I sold it, I swapped most of the parts between the 2 cars.

Makes sense. I wouldn't mind leather in my car, but it's probably going to be a pain to find around me.

[Okin DaVanh]

Posted pics up top. I just need to get the drivers side redone to be perfect.

[PhoenixDownVII]

Whered you get that front spoiler, and who makes it? Is it from another model subaru? It's not exactly the GT lip thats attached on a GT bumper, it looks like a cool alternative for us "L" guys ;)

[Reason]

On the 96 GT the front trim comes off unlike the rest of the GT's.

[Okin DaVanh]

On the 96 GT the front trim comes off unlike the rest of the GT's.

Yep. What he said.

[Okin DaVanh]

sideskirt pics up top.

[Okin DaVanh]

Showing a little support. https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_ca7979e54d2e77582c473e7c69b95b17-1.jpg


A recent pic.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_2b7baa05b0fed55202c3ca5fcc424299-1.jpg


And one with 1 of my pride and joy. My old a$$ Schwinn Moab. I love it! Sometimes more than my BK and GsxR.

Like my temporary plate-inside-windshield mod? and the look of having a skyjacker lift kit?? You know you love it! j/k :grin:


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_0ea116daf55c4e8ebaf0a5680f6114d9-1.jpg


Bright pic:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_c8fee6c0de2e99a737ca1d620190a780-1.jpg


I'll be doing over my car in the near future (still gathering some things) and got some photoshop help from Poonty and 02LegacyGT on what I was interested in achieving. Thanks guys.



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



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

Only problem now is, they both look soooooo good I don't know which way to go. :neutral:

[Okin DaVanh]

Pics are a bit rough.




https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_10397e5376c3bfd48cf4c0adff901e79-1.jpg






https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_4aa37a93367d89e5e60fc7e22e1a93b8-1.jpg

...and put away. The sideskirts are for sale, but the rack isn't. Check the for sale forum.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/08/l_e3c83ceb614de9409d31c5e547478602-1.jpg

[jg09]

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

Only problem now is, they both look soooooo good I don't know which way to go. :neutral:

Me like!!!!

[Okin DaVanh]

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

Only problem now is, they both look soooooo good I don't know which way to go. :neutral:

Me like!!!!

You and I both. If I don't sell it, I reserved a space at our shop in the near future to tear it down and take some time to get it done.

[Reason]

Do it, don't let us down Al, unless you plan on getting another Legacy :-)

[Okin DaVanh]

Do it, don't let us down Al, unless you plan on getting another Legacy :-)



At first, I read this as you can't wait for me to get rid of my car :smile:

But, yeah, I fell in love with the 2 chops too. If I still have it in 2 weeks, (basically my time frame to buy the other project) this seems like the route I'll be taking. The black would be done with a base of Honda Black off the S2000 and me custom mixing in some ruby pearl into it. I've done a test panel (4 to be exact) and finally came up with something I was exited to do.

It won't be a Legacy, but I can give you a hint:

It's Euro and basically what I've been hunting down for about 4 years now.

It won't be as reliable as my L ('cause nothing ever could be), but not 1 of you badass, hooked up, dyno killing Scoobies :grin: could see my tailights. :twisted: I could buy it now, but I have no place to put it due to property management rules :-( . Too many cars, plus Teh Missus isn't trying to hear us paying insurance for 3 cars and a bike and still living in a condo.

[Reason]

Al if you need a place to keep it you can park it in my drive way, the only catch is you leave the keys :twisted:

[Okin DaVanh]

In a short time, I trimmed my grill and put these:


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_1319766c822ae96436541ccbd018d370-1.jpg


....On this...

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/05/l_9c24d3a5f363d2c2a923466c2e0bb376-1.jpg
And came up with this:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_61af5d98a4784d3d0de1fdc9a3c9fe72-1.jpg


With the lights off:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_4645e291ac97075d070a0caf5167f7f5-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_a45722b3783f4cfb1ae566a74b046e24-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_7b9370a3b2bbec9e747dff2f1ea2c501-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_123050e7393ba321353ce1ea10747d5a-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_beb5450f8a59998bacdf54cf2651af7b-1.jpg


They came with blue L.E.D city lights, so I changed them to amber (temporarily) to get an idea of where I wanted to go. Total time: 1/2 hour. Lights were easily swapped with almost all the wiring matching up.



Kinda blurry, but these are the L.E.D's it came with. Too bad they light up blue.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_c69957f94282cae9b3b0fb10cf1d1952-1.jpg


My shifter mod. Factory auto shifter w/OEM 5speed Leather Gaiter.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_c2dbad115e62ca3c62762134d61239db-1.jpg

Cleaner side shot: tho my car is dirty...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_5d64675afadb900ce6ea9756f998bf83-1.jpg


Rear shot of OutBack rear cover and 5% window tint.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_ba0795647e21428e3b8070f26c8aa047-1.jpg



Still says OutBack.... for now.


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/09/l_eb2a2fcbb60437f88e9b08112d35c2b0-1.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

Getting better pics, but just some pics of the project.

While I was working yesterday, I managed to get some things done on my car. I re-painted my front lip, finished mocking up my grill and straitening out some other odds and ends.


Initially, HotBoxer sold me his BD grill.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_4cd3844b0baecb55382d8e3372110bc4-1.jpg


Obviously, It wouldn't fit. I used the mesh and STi badge on it. I carefully removed the inside and re-attached it to mine using a urethane-like bonding glue.


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_758ec1de06534db2a513266d03598b10-1.jpg



I retained the center lower bracket for stability in the grill.


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_509c9e427d804918a9a748c0d26eb9bd-1.jpg




Rattled canned and re-installed it.




https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_925c428b20054742b2adb45dea829b76-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_d453fb942fde44469fab86393b658b9f-1.jpg

[Reason]

Looking good, the new grill fits in.

[A1Fiddler]

Looks very nice!

[jg09]

That is one good lookin' wagon!

[Okin DaVanh]

Thanks. More...



my interior with torn seat showing here
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_5e5f229b334640508e342b91e84930d4-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_2816e1ce790a4283a1eeadf8cbf76ea8-1.jpg



Clearer pic

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_df3a0146a7f94d01be469d3dcd93c92f-1.jpg

and my jambed not painted- fender....
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_d1837daddb7c41bcb6790b97fc83a737-1.jpg

[jg09]

Damn, I love that STi grille! I need to do something like that to my ride.

[Okin DaVanh]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_2a25f827afa440be8ce0ed1e129e1a40-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_2866ec00d1084dfba44180fb119f1f1a-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_126bd760e38a44859ba67a3e5ff868c5-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_2244d22cfdf24351966e2a8b0d85c289-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_0488efc2b0a4445d82d413c49983340a-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_ea85ee60aacf49b285b1f3ee32b6f48b-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_a0ce983b4d664dad8de49ff6947105e7-1.jpg




And my "Fraternity of Legacy" decal made by 02LegacyGT
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_d4557438c9de4a8fa2a20a660b5390a1-1.jpg

[that one legacy]

looks good dude! i just picked up a '95 BK that same color, and it looks like you're going down a somewhat similar route as me...sorta anyway.

how difficult was it to de-rail the top?

[phat56pat]

nice photo shop lower it more!

[Okin DaVanh]

looks good dude! i just picked up a '95 BK that same color, and it looks like you're going down a somewhat similar route as me...sorta anyway.

how difficult was it to de-rail the top?

De-rail it :smt017 My car is an L. That's the original factory roof.





nice photo shop lower it more!

No photoshop. It's been lowered 1 1/2" in the front so far. I'll have other pics up soon.

[Okin DaVanh]

Someone borrowed my Kicker ZR360 one night last week, and never returned it. :smt092:



.....So, I had to replace it.



I didn't want to over do it, so I started off with the this Sony and a 10" SoloBaric for bass. I'll clean it up more with a wall and a rack, but for today, It's good.




https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_828f2af020b04d6e9e2961d576eb1dc8-2.jpg



Still trying to improve my pic skills...


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_c6de06a75ac042119a5ebb6f26929278-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/10/l_5b31b7270d23431e851894fe244d167c-2.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

Placed the rack back on it. Yes, I do still ride. Got a Schwinn Moab :grin: Plus my older son has a Diamond Back. When we go out altogether, The bike trailer and the younger one bike, fit in the hatch.



https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_3175362a2ced472f95d5365d81aab32b-1.jpg




Rear View Cam w/ monitor and 2 different mounts.


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_8808e191cf2f43db96ac3e26d4e66901-2.jpg


Was thinking of hooking it up to a ZEN. At least this way, when someone tries to break in again, it'll all be caught on tape.... errr ... downloaded!... And I can have homemade movies of some trailer action :lol:

[Okin DaVanh]

A BIG thanks to Ryu Haneda.


A "Magazine" Feature here on SL-i. :shock:


http://www.sl-i.net/FORUM/viewtopic.php?t=8988

[Okin DaVanh]

...and more pics...


My daughters Eddie Baur car seat with tether.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_669bf4e97260412fbc233fda9b1aaeef-1.jpg


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_36f2ec8dec664cbea302151d2152414f-1.jpg

Some current pics
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_fe416c36a2ab4dd38a1943906fcd2bb5-1.jpg



I've got this for my desktop
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_8a5d26d8e28548aab83fac5b02e5229a-1.jpg

My other SL-i Logo. On my rack
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_a645bb7477534d7c90f0bcf626b8b25f-1.jpg


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_1ee9af874aa747bfbcca711aa70446b3-1.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

Swap some bulbs to L.E.D's a little while ago.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_031e2eea41254642b471362165ba038c-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_533d8f3c5c354edbad2d30818568b2cb-1.jpg

Some trekking I was doing.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_4c4f0fac431d429c9dc01bb12237e818-1.jpg



https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_6b25e2f36cbe4835a4b5cb159e0d3df8-1.jpg

Stopped at about the 4 mile mark:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/01/l_5395da1428a844eca8936faa8870658d-1.jpg

[Huffer]

I wonder what that front bumper would look like with the middle lower section blacked out or modified to remove that portion, open the radiator up to more air.

Edit, quick chop:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/OkinDaVanh_choppedlowerbumper-1.jpg

[97legacygt]

I would take that middle section out to free up some room for some Hella fog lights. Brighten up the road a little bit. :smt004

[Reason]

You need a different bumper, I might have one for sale soon.

[Okin DaVanh]

You need a different bumper, I might have one for sale soon.


:smt018 No thanks.

97legacyGT- Are you talking about the grill in between the headlights? or the 1 Huffer chopped?

[97legacygt]

97legacyGT- Are you talking about the grill in between the headlights? or the 1 Huffer chopped?

I'm talking about the one Huffer chopped. Cut that middle section out of there and you could probably rig something up to mount fog lights on. Sorry for the confusing wording.

[Okin DaVanh]

No prob. Yeah, that would be on my "future upgrade" list. Thought about doing it awhile ago, but doing my Timing Belt at the time, won my mental tug of war.









Onto some more...








https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_69752e07a80c4b2fafc734780e70d64a-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_9cb38c5cc7f548d7a823f5e1729b63f5-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_320d3a3ddfb44586ac93c19008c8dc9f-1.jpg


All Natural...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_6f0a043190334a3a91d81f3641631370-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_36eb7df80dcd4b97aa6370a7db9bb6b3-1.jpg


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2008/11/l_6e37f44a969d4300a156c5e650cd7b08-1.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo05/8e/a9/ebf4cb5ce255.jpeg



https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo17/a5/85/6c397aa79e18.jpeg

[Okin DaVanh]

Bump for R.O.T.M. nomination!!!WooT!!!

[Okin DaVanh]

:smt006

[WinterKnoll]

Looks nice. What did you do with the license plate in the front? Did you cut the bottom off?

[Okin DaVanh]

Looks nice. What did you do with the license plate in the front? Did you cut the bottom off?


No. My cousin does'nt agree with Mass being "The Spirit of America", so he bent it. Something about the Pilgrims stealing from Indians he said. :grin:

[Okin DaVanh]

Looks nice. What did you do with the license plate in the front? Did you cut the bottom off?


No. My cousin does'nt agree with Mass being "The Spirit of America", so he bent it. He also bent his, top and bottom on his "Tarmac Killing" Evo. I liked it, so I left it alone. Something about the Pilgrims stealing from Indians he said. :grin: ...and No, I haven't gotten any issues about having it bent.... yet. :smt023 Cops around here are like the New England weather; Wait a few minutes, and they'll change.

[Okin DaVanh]

Wow.. I've been neglecting this thread!!

I haven't done much to my car visually since these pics. I'll have to find a way of getting the new pics up and update my so-called "mods" list. Stay tuned...

[Okin DaVanh]

:smt020

[Okin DaVanh]

:smt018

[henryq89]

sweet looking wagon Okin... :grin: love the green on it especially with all the JDMness that's goin on lol

[Navi271]

AH Green! looks my mine lol. like the drop, looks way better than way
still jealous of that front bumper lip.....

[Okin DaVanh]

sweet looking wagon Okin... :grin: love the green on it especially with all the JDMness that's goin on lol

I liked it too... too bad it's a photochop :-(



AH Green! looks my mine lol. like the drop, looks way better than way
still jealous of that front bumper lip.....


Haha! I've been noticing not too many 96 GT's up in here. I'm sure there's a few, and Peugoby's took his off recently to replace it with a Kouki(?I Think?)

It grew on me and I haven't found anything that I'd want to replace it yet.

[Okin DaVanh]

:smt017

[Okin DaVanh]

:smt002

nice drop...

what'd you do with the shushpenshin?

[Okin DaVanh]

Full 02-03 WRX Bugeye "shushpenshin" :lol:


Tophats and all. They are coupled with Tenabe GF 210 lowering springs for the BugEye. Still smooth and soft for a ride. I like it.

[Okin DaVanh]

Updated 1st post with some of my Upgrades. Minor or major.

[Okin DaVanh]

yep... My sis in law just called me to clean him out. Im gonna miss my buddy.

[Huffer]

Nooooooo!!!!

[1996Battlewagon]

Nooooooo!!!!

+1!!! Did this really happen? If so, at least it will stay in your family. Are you going to get a 5sp now?

[Okin DaVanh]

well... He's gone :cry: dropped him off this morning.

Look for the left overs in the 4sale forums.

[)2edline]

I'm confuseddddd, why the need to sell? =[

[Okin DaVanh]

I'm confuseddddd, why the need to sell? =[

I didn't "need" to sell my car.
I've owned it for 5 years... it was time and she was in need of a car. It's not drama filled :smt102 Just sold the car.


I have another car... and bike. Remember?










Now the hunt is on. :twisted:

[Okin DaVanh]

Wow.... A lot of the pics are deleted in this thread. Well since I last had a quick visit with Eet, I managed to snap some quick photos of his current state. Let's just say... he's in "need", as I used to keep him clean and detailed constantly. :smt009

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2609-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2610-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2616-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2611-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2614-1.jpg


And why I had a Thule rack... signs of my Pro BMX riding nephew :grin:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2613-1.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

Can't believe I'd dig this up again.


Might have to start updating this 1 or clean this up all together as he's going to be undergoing some sort of makeover.

[Navi271]

It's awesome you got him back!

If all the pictures were still here I'd say continue using this one, but they're all missing... On the other hand, it's fun to go back and read through it. I'd probably keep this one and clean up some of it. It's up to you.

[Okin DaVanh]

It's awesome you got him back!

If all the pictures were still here I'd say continue using this one, but they're all missing... On the other hand, it's fun to go back and read through it. I'd probably keep this one and clean up some of it. It's up to you.

Thanks, and yeah... thinking of maybe asking a mod to clean this up or start another. We'll see. I just updated the first post... somewhat. I've been cleaning it up and fixing/adding somethings along the way.

[Okin DaVanh]

Before:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN2611-1.jpg
After:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/08/549B7BEAADA547B084B0CEB5B9BE66CD13200000-1.jpg
Added these:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/CAM00019-1.jpg
And 1 of these
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/DSCN2472-1.jpg
Spare 96 GT front cover with lip
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/DSCN2517-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2007/11/DSCN2519-1.jpg




Nothing big yet, just some cleaning up here and there.

[Okin DaVanh]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/09/CAM00069-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/09/CAM00070-1.jpg