What have you done to your car today?

[eekay]

Pics, please!

[MRLancaster]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/01/P1000854-1.jpg

This.

[Danny-G]

Code 23. MAF. Hopefully this is the last thing I gotta replace so I can enjoy my car again.

[MRLancaster]

Done for the evening.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/01/P1000858-1.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

Pulled the timing belt yesterday, but didnt lock the belt or cams in place! :smt021 Hoping for no damage. Gotta start taking out plugs and determine the timing marks etc.... This is gonna suck.

[02_Legacy]

Pics, please!

What do you want pics of? I would guess it sits about 1" shorter than stock, which is the only noticeable difference. Shifts do require more force though, which is to be expected

[amgarrety]

Changed the coolant. She needed it.

Also, she has mudflaps now too. Just some OEM plastic flaps, nothing too special, but it does the job!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/01/6798809463_593ce2ab0d_b-1.jpg

[still_alive]

It always cracks when people use body filler to attach or blend scoops into their hoods. It's not designed for that use.

True.

"Welded" to the Factory Legacy scoop, cut out the middle/Trim the WRX scoop to fit and then weld "If" what ever it's made out of is identical. Remember: This is still all in theory, and is alot of work. Now with that said, Get creative maybe?


I plan on cutting the hole in the hood the right size to just make brackets underneath to bolt it to..should look pretty clean

[Danny-G]

Gonna use some MAF cleaner on the one my car says is bad. If it fixes it then it does, if not I'll be going to the junkyard for one.

[Okin DaVanh]

Put the whole front of my motor back together (timing belt, tension pulleys. covers etc..) let it run for a little while. took it for a test drive and wouldn't you know.... The hoses are now firm. I think it was the waterpump. About to go out and check it in a few.

[httrdd]

Good man nice to hear. Hope that was the only problem.

[TireIron]

^congrats! I hope that takes care of it! Coolant issues are the worst. I used to have perpetual cold weeps from the radiator hoses on my truck, finally got some good expensive clamps and that solved it. It was the worst thing smelling coolant all the time but hardly losing any and never seeing a leak anywhere.

[Okin DaVanh]

Good man nice to hear. Hope that was the only problem.


^congrats! I hope that takes care of it! Coolant issues are the worst.


Nah... I think I spoke too soon again. It started the overflowing of the tank again :-( I'm really thinking of selling it and cutting my losses, as I can't afford to do the headgaskets. :smt012 Sucks, 'cause it's clean and I know I won't get what its worth or near that if it does have a bad headgasket.

[grayguy]

I remembered I bought a ej255 for my GT and never bothered to go pick it up from my buddies shop haha

[TireIron]

overflowing the bottle is a bad bad sign...

[eekay]

Usually the tell-tale sign of bad HG(s)... Hydrocarbon test FTW! Dude! Just do the HG's and keep the Lego! They're not that bad! I swear!

[Okin DaVanh]

Usually the tell-tale sign of bad HG(s)... Hydrocarbon test FTW! Dude! Just do the HG's and keep the Lego! They're not that bad! I swear!
Apparently, you don't know my situation. I'll give you a little heads up.... I have no place to work on the car. I'm also unemployed and need a car right now.

[eekay]

Aww. :( That sucks, man.

[MarkSubi]

I fixed my front toe since the plave that i took it to did a crap alignment on it.

[Okin DaVanh]

Went to get the old temp switch to swap back into my car and found a 1.1 bar radiator cap. Contemplating tossing it on in favor of the 0.9 from the factory. I know this won't solve my problem, but I'm at a point right now of trying just about anything. Soon it will be the for sale forum for 2 weeks, then traded in at some Presidents Day sale. :-(

[HeresMyMind]

i blew up my rear diff wed night. removed it at 9pm. bought a new one and installed it by 1030am thursday morning!

-B

[Okin DaVanh]

Searching for HeadGasket kits. Found a few...

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/41aGTKSb1NL_SS500_-1.jpg
Ishino @ $200+


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/417VbFJgHYL_SS500_-1.jpg
Felpro @ $152


and the Sealing Tech @ $90 shipped that I found on EBay (I know... not the best option)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/KGrHqUOKowE5380lRRQBOk38n0Tg60_3JPG-1.jpg


anyone know of any better/less expensive alternative? This is my worst case scenario, and if it doesn't sell, then I'll have to repair it this summer :-( Yeah, I might have to wait that long, if not longer.

[eekay]

I actually know some people that have used the Felpro AND the cheapy eBay kits and haven't had any problems with their EJ25D's. As long as you torque everything down in order and to factory specs, it should be fine...

[DLC]

Purchased and installed a gold Cobb aluminum oilcap and blue Tuned By Cobb battery tie-down.

Swapped the JDM sidemarkers from the 98 to the 97.

Swapped the tires and wheels back and forth.

Removed the Bosal Brospeed SPT muffler from the 98 to be put on the 97 tomorrow.

Found out that a JDM MOMO wheel has a smaller airbag charge than either a 97 Outback or 98 L.

Found out that 205/70-15 rub on a 98 L with stock suspension.

[httrdd]

So carrying on i see okin? Glad you are not giving up. My girls credit card/bank card number was stolen today and they looted 450 bucks off of us. SOBs! Oh well i got everything under control.

[Dead91silvia]

Searching for HeadGasket kits. Found a few...

anyone know of any better/less expensive alternative? This is my worst case scenario, and if it doesn't sell, then I'll have to repair it this summer :-( Yeah, I might have to wait that long, if not longer.

DONT get anything but Subaru Head Gaskets! Trust me, they last longer!

As for the other stuff, Felpro or what not is fine...


As for what I got done to my car... My BD lives! Whoo Hoo!!!!! Motor is finally installed after doing a set of HG's and seals... It's only been sitting for the last 3 months. Sunday I'll get around to detailing it and trying to find the right wheel spacers for the rear wheels and then she's a driver! :smt026

[Mx4Life]

Ordered my JDM Version 3 RA/STi engine and DCCD trans today.

[N3M3S1S]

I got HID lights today!!! Also installed a new dual cup holder in the back seat and cleaned the snot out of the interior.

[geckoboy86]

What have you done to your car today?

Slide into home!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/IMG_3068JPG-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/IMG_3072JPG-1.jpg

[Danny-G]

I drove it!! Had to let it sit for two weeks but I got her fixed up and driving like normal. Gotta love going to junkyards and getting great deals, full set of injrctors, $20. MAF, $25. IACV, $20. Spent $65 to fix my car and then I went through a quarter tank driving the hell outta it. I needed that crazy driving too. Drive a '94 Dodge Caravan for two weeks then hop in you're Legacy and you're gonna go crazy in the Legacy!

[Dead91silvia]

Since I'm SUCH a football fan, I'm gonna go work on the BD...

I must be out of my mind though, I'm doing the heater core! :shock:

Think I should do a DIY on this?... :smt017 I know the works it takes and I dont want to do it, but then again it's a $700+ job at the dealer... hmm...

[eekay]

Since I'm SUCH a football fan, I'm gonna go work on the BD...

I must be out of my mind though, I'm doing the heater core! :shock:

Think I should do a DIY on this?... :smt017 I know the works it takes and I dont want to do it, but then again it's a $700+ job at the dealer... hmm...
Definitely create a DIY for this. Many people ask about it. It'd be nice to have somewhere to point them.

[Dead91silvia]

I so dont want to do this heater core. I know how much work it is... But I'm a broke ass fool so I kinda have no choice.

I should take pics anyway, since I might forget somethings... haha... I might as well run the wires for my heated mirrors also... LOL

[eekay]

Yay! And +1 on the heated mirrors. They're awesome. :)

[Dead91silvia]

This is the most F'ed up heater core placement I have even seen! Who ever the engineer was that decided to place the heater core in the box then glue the f'ing pipe's to the fire wall insulation needs to beaten endlessly!

I have been at it for 5+ hours and I JUST got the core out... and guess what, the core is fine... Still dont kow why I'm getting coolant smell and drips in my floor pan... Changing it anyway though along with the pipes... I have taken so many pics but I'm not doing everything because I would have pages of the crap you need to take off.. The only thing still on the firewall is the AC core and thats because I dont want to have it charged.

Ok... brake over... back at it, hop to at least have the fire wall back together and the dash re-installed before the end of the day. Oh yeah, Also need to route the wires for the heated mirrors... sigh... I'm getting a appraisal done on my car soon. There is no way in hell I would sell and or settle on this car for anything less then $10K at this point!

[eekay]

Haha. I hear ya'! I wouldn't take anything less than $18K for mine. ;)

[Dead91silvia]

Well after about 9 hours of work, I got the heater core changed... That was a PITA! I have my seats out right now. I found mold under the seat so I figured I would let it air out.

Next of the list is pulling the headliner to find my roof/trunk leak so I can put my sub back in. Need to wire the projector fogs and adjust my bumper. Also gonna install my H&R's and some wheels spacers in the rear and she's gonna be ready to roll with 17's! I cant wait to driver this thing!

[eekay]

Awesome! Big project for a great cause. Hopefully, all goes well. Can't wait to see it on the road, man. :)

[grayguy]

Today I swapped the stock L suspension back into my L in preparation for giving it to my 18yr old little sister. She has been asking me every time I see her if I'm going to make it "loud" like my GT she has been driving for 6months

So....I decided today to build a UEL header from some spare stock manifolds, something I've been thinking of for a while. I probably could have done it all with stock piping, but it was way easier to use some real thin wall tube I had and just bend the front part up.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/189ca32a-1.jpg

It sounds pretty low and rumbley, but I cut the stock muffler off and replaced it with a 16"x4.5" straight-thru SAAB resonator I had and it's too quiet for my liking, but I guess I'll let my little sis decide if she likes it or not.

I'm such a nice big brother haha :)

[Dead91silvia]

Awesome! Big project for a great cause. Hopefully, all goes well. Can't wait to see it on the road, man. :)

Let me know what ya think! Heater core DIY...
viewtopic.php?f=39&t=23882&p=279347#p279347 (http://www.sl-i.net/FORUM/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=23882&p=279347#p279347)

[Okin DaVanh]

Replaced the radiator yesterday.

[httrdd]

And????????????

[drft204]

http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyy387QUpL1qaeqv7o1_500.jpg


http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lyw7giRuQ31qaeqv7o1_500.jpg


http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lz12a28S7E1qaeqv7o1_500.jpg

[GereKappo]

Leaved the car in the shop for next mod, Impreza GT Shocks and coil's!

oooh and my dad choosed the steering wheel, finnaly!

[02_Legacy]

Got my SLi battery tie down and got it installed.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/batterytiedown001-1.jpg

[eekay]

Nice!

[SilverSuby]

Just put on my Yakima roof rack!

[eekay]

Awesome! Pictures, please. :)

[Dead91silvia]

Just put on my Yakima roof rack!

Mine goes one and off about 20 times a year! hahaha.... Last time it was on I had my kayak on.

[03 Subaru GT]

While on my way to school, my engine blew...I think I died a little on the inside

[httrdd]

What are the symptoms?

[03 Subaru GT]

Well besides the smoke, there was oil splatter everywhere

[eekay]

Head gasket? Piston rings? Where was the smoke coming from?

[grayguy]

Did the piston/rod exit through the alternator? That is the most common massive failure symptom I've seen.

[03 Subaru GT]

From as far as I could tell, there was no visible damage. But when I tried to start it, it would not turn over at all

[MarkSubi]

Damn :-( I'm sorry to hear that 03 I know I would of died alittle inside as well. :((

Today Ill be putting my forza muffler on and removing my wing.

[98legwag]

Just got home from picking up wrx wagon struts/springs. I got 4 struts (rears are gr2s), 4 springs, 4 top hats, 2 spring perches. Only things missing are the 2 front upper seat springs. It will be installed on the car when I get a slightly warmer day. I am probably getting wrx brakes tomorrow.

[Dead91silvia]

While on my way to school, my engine blew...I think I died a little on the inside

That sucks! I know that sinking feeling when you lose a motor... (waaaaay too many times)... My worst one was my 350HP 350 in my 67 Chevy... 3k miles on a re-build someone else did and it dropped 2 rods in the driveway... :cry:

Crap happens, you'll have her fixed in no time!

I'm contemplating figuring out how to wire up my JDM fogs, city light, and winkers.... hmmmmm..... May as well, car still is not drivable, even thought the motor is done. :smt017

[geckoboy86]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/photoJPG-2.jpg

And a new cluster (grey faced, red needle, 120 speedo). Pics later on. Glad to have stock colors back. I have undone my worst mod.

[geckoboy86]

Wow. No one posted in this for over a day.

Getting pissed at my car. The stupid windshield trim popped up on the driver side and wont go back into place. I see the sliders but the top one doesnt hook. The molding is damaged now and I need a new one. And probably the clips that go with it. Dealer is gonna want 60 for just the molding.

[Dead91silvia]

Got my head liner installed in my BH! It no longer feels like a POS! haha!!! Too bad I'm selling it now... Gonna put together a DIY for it when I get the time.

[98legwag]

Wasn't able to get the wrx brakes this past weekend but I will on Saturday!

[TGX4776]

Sold my BD to Dmang today. it sounded amazing as it drove away. I'll miss it alot.

[httrdd]

Whats next S A A B?

[TGX4776]

Not sure. I have an 04 Buick Park ave now untill i get a trucking job. then i will pay off my student loans. After that I want a 1986 Saab 900 SPG AND a 2nd gen Legacy GT wagon

[httrdd]

Alright good luck bud!

[Dmang]

Picked up a really nice GT sedan today. :D

[Okin DaVanh]

Picked up a really nice GT sedan today. :D
Hmmm.... I wonder from who... :roll:

Sold my BD to Dmang today. it sounded amazing as it drove away. I'll miss it alot.

Congrats! :smt023

[rougeben83]

Did a 1700+ mile roadtrip to the Midwest last week. The new muffler worked great, the car was quiet enough that my ears weren't ringing after 12hours of driving :smt005

[ElbryanWolf]

Purchased some Hella Supertone :) Hello sound! Should get them this week :) Thx to Touge Tuning

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

Bought an eBay UEL Header & exhaust wrap! Hope to receive them by next weekend to install.

[Dead91silvia]

Just got my JDM mud guards installed today. Along with my seats and I ordered some 6MM spacers for the rear wheels to clear the struts. Should have insurance on the BD by the end of the week! I cant wait! Havent driven her for almost 3 months!

[drft204]

Went back to stock suspension and installed my thule fairing on my forester crossbars

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/tumblr_lzf5z8hFMZ1qaeqv7o1_500-1.jpg

[chrish8r]

Took the wagon to school (10minute drive) and now want to get it fixxed. There is a distinct sound difference between a SVX and legacy

[Danny-G]

Took the rear bumpber off, made brackets for extra back-up lights, and put it back together. Haven't installed the lights yet cause I gotta cut two holes into the rear bumper skin..

[ElbryanWolf]

Purchased a new set of wheels... DAI DW20 Tarmac completely powder coated white with chrome/blue center caps and Falken 452 225/40/18 tires. Upsizing from 17" to 18" and from 7" to 7.5" and from +55 to +45 offset :) Getting there on the stance :) Also new set of Chrome Gorillaz lug nuts to complete the look. Now I won't be able to wait for spring...

[amgarrety]

New exhaust. Big improvement.

[Grafton]

baked my old stock headlights and cleared the corners for the first time, it was very easy, now to get a set of halo's and bake my projectors :D

[Dead91silvia]

Whoo Hoo!!!! Drove my BD for the first time in 2 months! Man my tires suck! haha... Got insurance put back on. I'm hoping to have it lowered this weekend and she should be good to go.

[geckoboy86]

Went and check the fluids and tire pressure today. Topped off what I could and made a shopping list for what I couldn't.

[98legwag]

Picked up the wrx brakes today from an 04. Painted the calipers black. Just need to find time to put them on and rent a spring compressor to put the suspension together.

[98legwag]

Just cleaned the battery terminals. Now my hands smell like rubber gloves...

[grayguy]

I've been going through the boxes that I threw everything in when I moved, and finding all kinds of good stuff I forgot about like a whole set of autometers and prosports, and other odds and ends haha

[Okin DaVanh]

Badges came in today.

[superu]

Searching for HeadGasket kits. Found a few...

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/41aGTKSb1NL_SS500_-1.jpg
Ishino @ $200+


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/417VbFJgHYL_SS500_-1.jpg
Felpro @ $152


and the Sealing Tech @ $90 shipped that I found on EBay (I know... not the best option)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/KGrHqUOKowE5380lRRQBOk38n0Tg60_3JPG-1.jpg


anyone know of any better/less expensive alternative?

^ what he said

I'm in the market for a reseal on my 95 leggo.

I've got a Baaad coolant leak (possibly just the thermostat &/or bad clamp down below, maybe something more serious) and some oil leaks here and there.

So unless i hear about some awesome gold standard for reseal kits, I'm thinking about going with a CarQuest [full gasket] kit.
I assume I should swap the water [pump with the timing belt too, no?

(169K and timing with H2O pump was last done at 72K)

[Dead91silvia]

Well, it was a productive day! Still not done, just taking a few minute brake...

On my BD
-Installed H&R's
-Installed stainless scuff plates
-replaced rear deck panel
-hard mounted rear window speakers
-adjusted front bumper correctly
-modified SUS grill to fit JDM bumper

Now to install my sub, again.. and trunk carpet...

Did I miss anything? I would be able to drive my car, other then the fact that my effing tires all rub because they are too damn big! ugh... :smt011

[httrdd]

What size? Roll them. You wont regret it. Anything bigger than 215 will rub like crazy with a drop.

[Dead91silvia]

What size? Roll them. You wont regret it. Anything bigger than 215 will rub like crazy with a drop.

215/50/17's... WAY too big. Just moving it in my driveway they pulled the lips of my front fenders out! :-( I'm getting 205/45/17's as soon as I can afford them. I had to use spacers in the rear to clear the struts, and these tires are junk anyway, I got them for temp use only.

[Dead91silvia]

Oh, my quarters are already rolled a little and they still rub....

[Huffer]

yeah, 215/50 is wrong. You could have gone 215/45 and that would have worked fine. 205/50 would work too.

[Dead91silvia]

Yeah... I got the tires for $20 bucks so I figured at the time no big deal... err.... it's ok though, I think I might be able to get tires next week, I hope.

[Okin DaVanh]

Put it up for sale on CL :smt009


Put it up for $2500.
Time is running out for me to solve what's wrong with it, and I need a daily bad if I am to get another job. Pretty much what's been holding me from getting another job. I don't know what's worse- dealing with so many flakes/no shows/ lowballers -or- Attempted hacks. Anywho... If it doesn't sell, it doesnt...

[Huffer]

Good luck Okin. Maybe someone with more time/money will pick it up and become a member. Any chance you can get EatSnow back again?

[httrdd]

Damn man good luck selling it. May be a engine block cooling issue as well.

[mike-tracy]

Bought a complete ej205 with a spun bearing for crazy cheap. All I need is a turbo-back exhaust, proper crossmember, dash harness, ecu, and a good shortblock. Oh and a car to put it in, lol.

[chuckthefuk]

BG Daily:
- Steering column U-Joint / Intermediate joint removed, inspected, tightened, Loctite, reinstalled. (now off to do the tie-rods)
- more oil seals replaced
- more interior removed..
- more stickers added

BD Track:
- More safety equipment showing up.
- Still waiting for my roll cage..
- Purchased POR15 & sourced dry ice reseller ... undercoating c'ya

-Chuck

[Huffer]

Used mine to haul a large glass Sony tv console... 5ft long, 2ft wide, 60lbs.
Considered switching out the winter wheels based on the amazingly warm winter thus far.

[Okin DaVanh]

Any chance you can get EatSnow back again?
Yeah, but I don't think I would. Not sure I want to sell it, but I know that I am now limited with resources and going on 3 months with no car is ..... well. I'll spare you guys the rest. :grin: Meantime, I'll keep playing with it and if it get's solved, Go from there. :smt023

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

Went dumpster diving and got a nice piece of 2.5" exhaust piping that I'll be using for my exhaust upgrade! :grin:

[Navi271]

^ That's classy... lol

[grayguy]

I blew one of my 3-4k mile Goodyear GT's on a small canyon that some ass wipes of a construction company failed to fill after they dug a trench across the road, and obviously didn't realize how much class5 settles the first time it gets a good soaking. Their trench is literally 5-6 inches below the blacktop edge, I'm surprised I only blew one tire and didn't take out the oil pan or anything else. If anyone has never seen a 215/45/17 split all the way up the side wall I'll have to get a pic tomorrow in the daylight. I have road hazard protection on the tires, so i should be covered there, but if one of my 05' LGT 17's is bent I'm gonna go on a good old fashion shooting spree.

:smt013 :smt013 :smt013 :smt013

[httrdd]

I would not doubt you bent the rim if the tire split. X my fingers for you that you did not.

[SilverSuby]

New thermostat

[ElbryanWolf]

More goodies ;)

[98legwag]

Looks like one of the front wrx struts I bought is blown. It won't rebound when compressed. Both rears, which are gr2s, do and the other front does. At least I found out before they went on the car.

[eekay]

Filled my wiggity-wago with a bunch of crap in my storage unit to move to the new place. One more trip and I should be done! Wagons FTW again!

[httrdd]

Looks like one of the front wrx struts I bought is blown. It won't rebound when compressed. Both rears, which are gr2s, do and the other front does. At least I found out before they went on the car.

Keep an eye out for me to sell my 04 wrx struts off my car if it does not sell. Eibach springs. Pretty low miles.

[98legwag]

Looks like one of the front wrx struts I bought is blown. It won't rebound when compressed. Both rears, which are gr2s, do and the other front does. At least I found out before they went on the car.

Keep an eye out for me to sell my 04 wrx struts off my car if it does not sell. Eibach springs. Pretty low miles.

These supposedly only had 50K on them. Now I am thinking it might have been 50K on the gr2s and who knows what on the oem struts and springs.

[Danny-G]

Painted most of the trunk garnish black. Looks pretty good.

[Dmang]

Replaced seized caliper on the GT, also figured out that winding up to 5 grand in most gears eats up gas, lol.

[98legwag]

Washed about a months worth of salt off. Its cleanish again.

[TGX4776]

Replaced seized caliper on the GT, also figured out that winding up to 5 grand in most gears eats up gas, lol.


Yeah..... that happens

[ElbryanWolf]

Replaced all 4 end links on the sway bars.

[grayguy]

Yesterday I bought a WRX swapped 98' GT and today I sold my 97' 2.5 swapped L to my prewifes father.

[httrdd]

Sweet enjoy it!

[grayguy]

That's the plan haha

[Dead91silvia]

Yesterday I bought a WRX swapped 98' GT and today I sold my 97' 2.5 swapped L to my prewifes father.

You got greenspeed's car?! :smt023

[grayguy]

Yup, that's the one!

[prodriver1]

Yesterday I bought a WRX swapped 98' GT and today I sold my 97' 2.5 swapped L to my prewifes father.
thats awesome dude :smt023 congrats, I hope the old 2.5 serves him well. and lets race :smt005

[geckoboy86]

Ordered some goodies from rallysport direct. Taking off the RS bumper tomorrow.

[chuckthefuk]

Waiting for the BG body to warm up in a heated garage.. These finally arrived from AJ :-D

http://img854.imageshack.us/img854/6640/img20120226134057small.jpg

[superu]

Waiting for the BG body to warm up in a heated garage.. These finally arrived from AJ :-D

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

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you have 400K miles? awesome
I like the new rally badge!!!! orgering
:smt023

[superu]

thermostat and new coolant.

[anothernord]

Drove 270 miles up to the ski slopes on the EJ20H swap and got 27.25 MPG, mostly on boost up to 11,000 feet. The oil pump still leaks though. :-(

[Dead91silvia]

Waiting for the BG body to warm up in a heated garage.. These finally arrived from AJ :-D

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

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you have 400K miles? awesome
I like the new rally badge!!!! orgering
:smt023

I think thats KM... He is in Canada... :smt023

That is cool. I got another set for the BD since I might shave my deck lid and I got a set for the BH, even though I'm selling it, I'll save them. The BH is my 7th... BD is my 1st... haha

[chuckthefuk]

:-D enter 1 vin get 40 badges? holy jeez.. I love SUBARU!!

[prodriver1]

hard wired my valentine one in a discreet location by the rear view. yay no more stupid power cord dangling around. redid the knock sensor wire FINALLY! and installed a new subaru knock sensor , man those are twice as much as the NAPA ones! and patched my leather seat :smt023

[98legwag]

Ordered front wrx gr2s. Also my car decided it wanted to develop a very annoying clunk coming from the front of the car any time the front suspension loads or goes over a bump. Now I get to try to figure out where it is coming from.

[chuckthefuk]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
front axles / cv / boots..

[98legwag]

Its kind of loud and I can feel it in the floor board. I am hoping its a lose sway bar mount or something easy. I just need time to put it on the ramps. How would I check to see if it is the axle? For now I am driving the family beater BH. I have done the tie rods recently and the driver's side cv boot was leaking and that was fixed about a year ago. There is also some vibration in the steering wheel at highway speeds. Think it could be related and be a wheel bearing?

[Danny-G]

Aftermath of a painted garnish and a projector retro-fit.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0223121317-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0223121317a-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0224121112a1-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0224121112a-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0224121113-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0228121348a1-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0228121348b-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0228121348a-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/02/0228121533-1.jpg

[mike-tracy]

^^ That trunk looks most excellent. Plus the retrofit looks really good as well. I've seen a couple done where the surroundings are completely blacked out which (IMO) draws too much attention to the projectors.

[jippi]

tore my motor apart to chase an oil leak and as expected cam and crank seals are in need of changing, and the idler pulleys have play in them so while im down there im doing a water pump. the timing belt was done 20k or so ago, and there was no signs of leaks so figured the seals were good. im debating weather or not to change the belt again, it looks like its in good shape. but as always everytime i take apart this car i open a can of worms and end up dropping money for unforeseen parts that need replacement. all and all good day i guess

[96LegacyWagon]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/tein-1.jpg

Did you guys ever end up doing the group buy on these? How much did they run, and did they have them in blue?

[Dead91silvia]

Dont know why, but I got a set of rear calipers and rotors off of a 2011 Legacy at Pick and Pull today... Only other good parts was the rear susp and diff... If you cut slats in the roof, it would be a perfect BBQ! LOL

Thought I would see if they would maybe fit my BH or BD, but if not, sell on Ebay... haha

[Okin DaVanh]

Sold it last night. :-(

On the bright side....

I haz Eet Snau FOR THE DAY!!!!... well, it's just so I can go look for another Scoob. Sell a Leggy, drive a Leggy.... to go look for another Leggy.... Love this family :smt023

[Huffer]

^^ keeping the faith there Okin. I hope you have a better time with the next one!

<------ thinking about selling my wagon.

[Gear]

Done nothing special. Just bought some new tyres and oil. Tomorrow my ride will be satisfied with its owner lol

[httrdd]

Whats next Roger?

[96LegacyWagon]

Today I checked the oil level for the first time since putting in the new valve cover gasket a week ago, and the oil is still at a healthy level :smt026

I then started her up and let her run for a few minutes, just so she remembers how to start in this wintertime weather we are having. I had a lot of exhaust come up from under the car, but I guess that is to be expected until I replace some stuff under there... thinking of turbo at the same time I get new exhaust system? Hmm... so many choices lol :cool:

[98legwag]

Here is the sound my car is making. Skip to 17 secs and you will here it twice in 2 seconds. It happens mainly when turning and occasionally over bumps. Any ideas what it could be? There is no play in the tie rods or ball joints. I'm thinking possibly a strut or the bearing in the top hat or a worn out bushing somewhere.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amz93vaT ... VWIpscJgYD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amz93vaTabo&context=C3cb54b0ADOEgsToPDskIy681D3vOJhRVWIpscJgYD)

[chuckthefuk]

seriously ? more volume or more throttle

[Dead91silvia]

Here is the sound my car is making. Skip to 17 secs and you will here it twice in 2 seconds. It happens mainly when turning and occasionally over bumps. Any ideas what it could be? There is no play in the tie rods or ball joints. I'm thinking possibly a strut or the bearing in the top hat or a worn out bushing somewhere.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amz93vaT ... VWIpscJgYD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amz93vaTabo&context=C3cb54b0ADOEgsToPDskIy681D3vOJhRVWIpscJgYD)

Hmm.. I cant really hear anything... It's not hard to get your car in the air and tires off the ground. Look at your sway bar end links, sway bar (I broke one once), or just anything out of the ordinary...

Oh, I got flat tire on my BD... :smt011 So she sits in the driveway... waiting for my butt to go fill it and see how bad the leak is... :roll:

[superu]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/tein-1.jpg

Did you guys ever end up doing the group buy on these? How much did they run, and did they have them in blue?

Interested if anyone's installed these.
I've been thinking of modding a hood strut setup, or a trunk setup for a while. . . .

[98legwag]

Hmm.. I cant really hear anything... It's not hard to get your car in the air and tires off the ground. Look at your sway bar end links, sway bar (I broke one once), or just anything out of the ordinary...



seriously ? more volume or more throttle
More throttle and it would be completely drowned out. It was taken spur of the moment on my phone. After talking with a friend and eliminating what has been replaced already we agree with your earlier thought. We think its the cv joints. One had a bad boot and that was replaced and the joint re-greased. At 147k I think its a good chance they are going bad.

[96LegacyWagon]

Today I set out to (for my first time ever) put on a new outer tie rod end, a new ball joint, and a new sway bar linkage for my Lego.

Plenty of pictures today... though not quite done with it (a few hours later lol).

Rented some tools from O'Reilly's for $140.96 (which I'm supposed to get back whenever I finish the job and return the tools:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212144652-1.jpg

Here's the parts I got on Wednesday:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212144802-1.jpg

Also stopped by Walmart on the way home from O'Reilly's where I got this jack and some same brand jack stands. It was something like $23 for the jack and $27 for the stands ($54 out the door).
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212150406_01-1.jpg

Then began my incredible journey... here is the easy part (loosening the lug nuts with a handy-dandy T-Bar).
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212151443_01-1.jpg

And of course, here is my make-shift wedge because the car started to roll a little when I lifted it up:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212151718_01-1.jpg

I think my friend is almost here now with another tool I need so I will finish this post later (and post this part as is for now).

[Perdue]

Listened to it go tick tick tick, knock knock knock, BOOM!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/IMAG0245-1.jpg

If I can't locate a motor for CHEAP, it will get parted out. :-(

[Dead91silvia]

Mine did that... but I turned it off befor the boom....

Look for a motor with a blown HG and swap your heads on and call it good! I found a motor from a Forester that had a burned valve for $300. New gaskets and seals and you in it like $600... Still sucks, I know that feeling... :-(



Listened to it go tick tick tick, knock knock knock, BOOM!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/IMAG0245-1.jpg

If I can't locate a motor for CHEAP, it will get parted out. :-(

[r3v_v3ng3]

Pulled my engine out

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

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

finished my front end swap!

[98legwag]

^^^GIGGITY!

[96LegacyWagon]

Dang dude, you definitely beat me out for most oil everywhere (and I feel really bad for you, because it I was in the same shoes I would be S.O.L. for many things). I really like your blue spark plug wires and your air intake by the way.


Listened to it go tick tick tick, knock knock knock, BOOM!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/IMAG0245-1.jpg

If I can't locate a motor for CHEAP, it will get parted out. :-(

[96LegacyWagon]

Part 2:
Okay, wheel came off pretty easy.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212153216_01-1.jpg

I really could use a new fender (I thought the bolt was loosening until I realized the creaking was rust falling off from my shoulder being pressed against the fender lol).
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212152415_01-1.jpg

Anyhoo... today was a fail. I did not even get past doing tie rods because it was all weird. This is the picture of before I got the top bolt loose:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212153216_01-1.jpg

The one on the right is still attached, the other is being held in my hand. I cannot seem to get the one on the right off (usually it is a bolt that twists free, right?) but it appears to be one solid piece that will not loosen from the inner end. Does this mean I have to install a new inner tie rod as well this coming week (whenever I get a day off)?
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/03022012741-1.jpg

Another pic of the part I could not remove (even after putting the nop nut back on and trying that way as well).
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/03022012748-1.jpg

Anyone able to offer some constructive feedback (or live close enough to lend a hand when you get a day off?).

Mikko

[02_Legacy]

Ya those can be pretty hard to get free sometimes, If you have access to a torch that is my suggestion, otherwise it is all about leverage. There should be a flat somewhere on the inner tie rod end. Put a snug fitting wrench or vise grips on there and wedge it somewhere. Then get a wrench on the lock nut and loosen that first and then the same for the tie rod end. Also invest in a can of PB blaster and everything good.

With practice you learn techniques that make it easier to apply maximum pressure to bust nuts loose but you should be able to get it.

[96LegacyWagon]

Ya those can be pretty hard to get free sometimes, If you have access to a torch that is my suggestion, otherwise it is all about leverage. There should be a flat somewhere on the inner tie rod end. Put a snug fitting wrench or vise grips on there and wedge it somewhere. Then get a wrench on the lock nut and loosen that first and then the same for the tie rod end. Also invest in a can of PB blaster and everything good.

With practice you learn techniques that make it easier to apply maximum pressure to bust nuts loose but you should be able to get it.

I attempted to heat the outter tie rod end (mostly by the nut area) with a propane torch and then tried to loosen it more, but alas it appears the nut is part of the lower tie rod, as opposed to all of the tutorials which appear to have a nut which separates from the outer tie rod. How far into the boot would I have to go to get to the flat area of the inner tie rod if I kept that stationary for the purpose of removing the lower? Not really sure what to do here, but maybe removing the whole (inner and outer) tie rod would be what to do? Will I still need the tuning fork thing at this point or can I safely return that for my deposit at this point?

My flaming toy :wink:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030212160323_01-1.jpg

[grayguy]

I finally got plates/ registration for my new leggy, so tomorrow I get to actually drive it haha

[sqc151]

my next project:

looking to trade the front brembos for 06-07 wrx 4pots plus cash.
powder coat the calpers black w/ a white "Legacy" logo, new slotted rotors and pads.
then install all 4 calipers, hubs, axles, wrx bb and mc. (note, not using wrx rear axles)

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa474/sqc151/93%20SS%20turbo/2012-02-29_15-00-37_820.jpg

[TireIron]

Ya those can be pretty hard to get free sometimes, If you have access to a torch that is my suggestion, otherwise it is all about leverage. There should be a flat somewhere on the inner tie rod end. Put a snug fitting wrench or vise grips on there and wedge it somewhere. Then get a wrench on the lock nut and loosen that first and then the same for the tie rod end. Also invest in a can of PB blaster and everything good.

With practice you learn techniques that make it easier to apply maximum pressure to bust nuts loose but you should be able to get it.

I attempted to heat the outter tie rod end (mostly by the nut area) with a propane torch and then tried to loosen it more, but alas it appears the nut is part of the lower tie rod, as opposed to all of the tutorials which appear to have a nut which separates from the outer tie rod. How far into the boot would I have to go to get to the flat area of the inner tie rod if I kept that stationary for the purpose of removing the lower? Not really sure what to do here, but maybe removing the whole (inner and outer) tie rod would be what to do? Will I still need the tuning fork thing at this point or can I safely return that for my deposit at this point?


You HAVE to loosen the jam nut first. Place the tie rod back up into the knuckle and thread the castle nut on just to keep it in place, then heat up the jam nut and loosen the nut away from the outer tie rod end. Once the nut has been loosened (just needs to be one thread at most, make SURE you are turning it the correct way!!!) then you should be able to turn the outer rod end off by hand. Count the number of turns it takes to get it off and turn the new one back on that many turns. This will get you close enough in alignment to at least drive it to the alignment shop. Once you get the new outer rod back in place be sure to tighten the jam nut back up to the outer rod end.

[98legwag]

My mechanically inclined friend is coming over. The plan is to diagnose the clunking sound and swap on the wrx front brakes.

[96LegacyWagon]

Ya those can be pretty hard to get free sometimes, If you have access to a torch that is my suggestion, otherwise it is all about leverage. There should be a flat somewhere on the inner tie rod end. Put a snug fitting wrench or vise grips on there and wedge it somewhere. Then get a wrench on the lock nut and loosen that first and then the same for the tie rod end. Also invest in a can of PB blaster and everything good.

With practice you learn techniques that make it easier to apply maximum pressure to bust nuts loose but you should be able to get it.

I attempted to heat the outter tie rod end (mostly by the nut area) with a propane torch and then tried to loosen it more, but alas it appears the nut is part of the lower tie rod, as opposed to all of the tutorials which appear to have a nut which separates from the outer tie rod. How far into the boot would I have to go to get to the flat area of the inner tie rod if I kept that stationary for the purpose of removing the lower? Not really sure what to do here, but maybe removing the whole (inner and outer) tie rod would be what to do? Will I still need the tuning fork thing at this point or can I safely return that for my deposit at this point?



You HAVE to loosen the jam nut first. Place the tie rod back up into the knuckle and thread the castle nut on just to keep it in place, then heat up the jam nut and loosen the nut away from the outer tie rod end. Once the nut has been loosened (just needs to be one thread at most, make SURE you are turning it the correct way!!!) then you should be able to turn the outer rod end off by hand. Count the number of turns it takes to get it off and turn the new one back on that many turns. This will get you close enough in alignment to at least drive it to the alignment shop. Once you get the new outer rod back in place be sure to tighten the jam nut back up to the outer rod end.

Here is the problem... the nut won't separate from the outer rod for some reason. I attempted to reattach the crown nut and still nothing came of it. Here is a photo of the tie rod so you can see roughly what I'm working with.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/03022012748-1.jpg

[98legwag]

Installed 04 wrx brakes and found the cause of the clunking sound. It was a loose end link.

[geckoboy86]

Removed my mudflaps. Did some other cleaning, removed my filler neck cover, was cleaning that a bit and gas leak.

All of you second gen owners, and probably first and third, check your filler pipe. Subarus guard on it does more damage to it by letting dirt and water sit on it and rust it.

[Navi271]

Thanks geckoboy86 I'll be sure to check!

Got a new starter on the car today, sounds different, but better than the last one. Was going to try to put on a Stromung midpipe but the bolts that connect the midpipe to the muffler were not coming off. It would be much easier if I had a lift and some air tools I think!

[Danny-G]

Not related to my car but I couldn't find a spotted thread. But I saw an army green second gen. sedan yesterday, in Port Angeles. Looked to be a gt but it was badgeless so I couldn't tell, had the right hood and wing on the trunk so I'm guessing it was a gt. It looked amazing! Would have loved to have talked to the owner but I was sitting inside as it drove past.

[superu]

(note, not using wrx rear axles)

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

:smt017

I might know where you're going with this teaser

:smt023

[96LegacyWagon]

Today I took a picture of my car on the way out to work.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030312132735_01-1.jpg

Also drew this SLi Badge for a hood design.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030312155227-1.jpg

[sqc151]

(note, not using wrx rear axles)

:smt017

I might know where you're going with this teaser

:smt023

:angel9:

[02_Legacy]

yesterday I adjusted valve lash on my car. It sounds better but i still must have missed one :smt013

[Dead91silvia]

Today I took a picture of my car on the way out to work.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030312132735_01-1.jpg


Holy Rust Batman! :shock: Over here you only see that much rust on cars from the 60's and older!

I'm so thankful to live in a State that has little salt on the roads!



Just got done l posting some DIY's I've been intended to do for a while...

[Dmang]

Installed a new caliper on the passenger side this time on the GT, need to bleed brakes better but it seems to drive/ride a lot smoother. Found a locked up slide pin on that side too. Now I need some pads, and fixed a taillight and installed a short throw shifter. Busy day :)

[superu]

Today I took a picture of my car on the way out to work.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030312132735_01-1.jpg


HOLY CANCER OF THE FENDERS!!!!! Where the heck do you live, on a dock or is it actually a marine boat ramp??? :shock:

[96LegacyWagon]

HOLY CANCER OF THE FENDERS!!!!! Where the heck do you live, on a dock or is it actually a marine boat ramp??? :shock:

Sadly the previous owner did not take very good care of her. I have had her for 3 yrs now, but have not had a real chance to do anything with it mostly because of time issues for a couple of the years and money issues the other year. Now I keep my eyes open for 'great deals' on parts, and have wanted to go to Parts Galore (our 'dollar store' for cars) to glean some Sub Lego for many moons, but need the time and cash (and preferably a companion to go with) to do so.

As for location, I hail from Metro Detroit.

[drft204]

made a little vid of my car and my friends cars

http://youtu.be/e2P_pxWt5_k?hd=1

[Huffer]

Thinking of selling...

[Dead91silvia]

Thinking of selling...

Dirty words are not aloud on this forum!

[Wiscon_Mark]

Did some sound deadening & interior panel fixing.

And performed a transmission service & did the 4EAT power mod on a friends 99 OBS!

[Dead91silvia]

Got to drive it! haha...

Just joined a Mini Truck Forum... Dont know why, but I feel so out of place over there... I like it here! It feels like home! Even if people dont always talk.. lol

[Dead91silvia]

Oh! I did figure out that I REALLY need to do a trans service before a blow my trans up! It's binding like a mother! Hmmm... time for a 5 speed swap? :roll:

[96LegacyWagon]

Drove behind it on the way to the mechanic's place today...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030612135127-1.jpg

[superu]

Today I took a picture of my car on the way out to work.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030312132735_01-1.jpg

Also drew this SLi Badge for a hood design.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030312155227-1.jpg

I guess on the bright side, you're half way to being prepped to add flared fenders :smt005

[96LegacyWagon]

^ What does a flared fender look like?

[96LegacyWagon]

I am really digging your front bumper setup here... how much did the parts run you and how easy was it to install? Also, do you happen to know if it would fit on a 96 Lego Wagon L?



https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/01/P1010464JPG-1.jpg

[Okin DaVanh]

....so, do you happen to know if it would fit on a 96 Lego Wagon L?

95 -99 panels and parts are interchangeable. However, If that bar is custom (haven't really seen his build) then Superu is best to answer this.



Meantime... Picked up my "Temporary" Legacy replacement. A built 2.0L GTi. Maybe start an MBR-II thread... We'll see....

[geckoboy86]

Had my leaking filler neck replaced. Had to pay someone to do it cause there was no way I could get to it (11hr work day). So I is broke now.
But I have rallyarmor mudflaps to put on hopefully this weekend.

[Huffer]

Oh! I did figure out that I REALLY need to do a trans service before a blow my trans up! It's binding like a mother! Hmmm... time for a 5 speed swap? :roll:

Auto? Try my LubeGard ATF Protectant fix instead.

[96LegacyWagon]

Found out that not only was the tie rod busted, and the sway bar link missing altogether, and the ball joint not being the best anymore... turns out my bearings were bad too... so $350 to get my car fixed and then I can start saving up for a new door or something. Mechanic told me the bearings are probably what caused the other things to get bad, and that I have a cracked boot on the other axle so to be prepared if I hear any clicking noises to bring it back again stat...

[96LegacyWagon]

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


I like the brightness of this, and I believe it goes into the underhood area on top of the wheel things. My question is, what does the connecting bar do in this case? Is that for extreme driving support? I would like one with that tone, but in the color of blue. :)

[chuckthefuk]

prevents that strut towers from compressing in towards each other during hard turning..

The front doesn't do much... however the rear is good investment (not the best for wagon owners since its a fixed bar unless you spend for the hinged unit)

-Chuck

[96LegacyWagon]

Car repairs jumped up to $566 and change because the other side was starting to go as well...

Registered for 3 new magazines:
"Thank you. We have received your request for a two-year subscription to Drive and Drive Performance."
"Thank you. We have received your request for a two-year subscription to Subaru Insider Newsletter. "
and no confirmation on the 3rd one yet...

[Perdue]

I'm considering an EG33 swap to replace my blown motor, but I dunno. Either that or a EJ25 with cams and bolt-ons. I am broke though, and can't find an SVX anywhere.

[geckoboy86]

I'm considering an EG33 swap to replace my blown motor, but I dunno. Either that or a EJ25 with cams and bolt-ons. I am broke though, and can't find an SVX anywhere.
Httrdd was selling his EG33.

[98legwag]

My front wrx GR2s came today! Just need to rent a spring compressor.

[02_Legacy]

I got ECUtracker (http://www.mympgtracker.com/ecutracker/index/) working today. If you don't know what it is, it is just software that you can put on a phone or computer to hook up to the OBD port to view perameters such as LTFT, STFT, ECT. A/F ratio, and others. Its free and Subaru specific, all you need is a vag-com cable for USB support or OBDkey for bluetooth. I'm using it to monitor my engine so I can tune it with the supercharger.
Anyways I got that working and found I had -10 to -13 LTFT at idle, then +/- 5 almost everywhere else, so I spend a while trying to figure out what was wrong and I'm thinking that it is the air-assist solenoid. Can anyone give me any information on it, I could't find a whole lot?

[eekay]

prevents that strut towers from compressing in towards each other during hard turning..

The front doesn't do much... however the rear is good investment (not the best for wagon owners since its a fixed bar unless you spend for the hinged unit)

-Chuck
+1
Looking for a nice rear one for my BG, actually.

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

installed my UEL headers. Hope to finish my axleback exhaust and make a sound clip!

[jippi]

im waiting on parts to finish fixing the can of worms i opened trying to do the cam seals. ended up needing a newtensioner and bracket, all new timing idler pulleys, and a water pump. but while waiting on parts i painted the black parts on the bumpers black so no more grey, also did some vinyl brows..
http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash2/s720x720/64848_10100150805102266_10504106_41453860_1793738243_n.jpg

[chuckthefuk]

+1

[Dead91silvia]

Oh! I did figure out that I REALLY need to do a trans service before a blow my trans up! It's binding like a mother! Hmmm... time for a 5 speed swap? :roll:

Auto? Try my LubeGard ATF Protectant fix instead.

Yeah, I am about to try it. I have dont it to a couple customers cars. I just want a reason to go 5 speed... hahahaha :smt031

[Dead91silvia]

Oh... I did pick up my NEW interior door panel from Subaru yesterday... I think that might be tonights project watching TV... It's just the main part so I need to swap all the hard plastic parts. Should make my car feel a whole lot newer!

[96LegacyWagon]

SCORE!!!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/05/5696726653_2574bf8002_z-1.jpg

Only cost me $40 (guy threw in the midpipe for freeee!), half a tank of gas round trip (down to $3.79 near me), and a visit to Joe's Crab Shack (we don't have one in Wisconsin). :lol:

Dang, I could really use one of those... lol I will post a pic of the current one at some point. About to go to bank to pull out $200 to put towards the repair bill ($566.16 outstanding currently, work is already done now for bearings, tie rods, etc...).

Was it an online deal or was it word of mouth that you found that?

[superu]

^ What does a flared fender look like?

I can't remember where I saw it, do some searching, but they took they cut the wide flare out of WRX fenders and put them into legacy fenders...

here's from a quick google search

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_NRSDCBt4i-U/SvRbxmjEu_I/AAAAAAAADtI/mbjaZ4jYmMc/legacy.jpg

[superu]

I am really digging your front bumper setup here... how much did the parts run you and how easy was it to install? Also, do you happen to know if it would fit on a 96 Lego Wagon L?



https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/01/P1010464JPG-1.jpg


:smt004
That's a Mudrat Baja bumper. they run about one grand these days, and now mine's modified, the modified bumper and custom skidplate are now like 135 pounds :shock:
Byt yeah, it'll fit a 96 L. It bolts up in the subframe in place of where the steel bumper mounts...

I have pictures. . . . :smt002
stock (with road sign skid plate ;)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/evol25202528182529JPG-1.jpg

bumper skin OFF WITH bumper. in those rectangular channels is where the bumper bolts up, using the existing captive nuts.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/mount1-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/compare1-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/side2-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/front4-1.jpg

Then I did some custom work on it, adding another tube (to protect the lower heater core when skid not installed), and beefed up the skidplate.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/DSCN9780JPG-1.jpg

[Dead91silvia]

^ What does a flared fender look like?

I can't remember where I saw it, do some searching, but they took they cut the wide flare out of WRX fenders and put them into legacy fenders...

here's from a quick google search

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

Love the front! Hate the rear...

[Perdue]

I went over and took the roof rack off the car so I can put it on the truck...it's kayak fishing season again so I need that. I also found the hole in the block. It's about 4x2" and is dead center of the block, just forward of the throttle body. I've located a motor somewhat local, but it's going to be at least a month until i can afford to pick it up, AND I need an engine hoist. Can't seem to find anyone local that will let me borrow one.

I sat in the car for a good 30 minutes listening to the rain hit the windshield and thinking. I guess while the car is down, I could take advantage of it and fix the bubbling pain over the driver's rear wheel...maybe lay some paint, shave the trunk, and work on the interior. As much as an EG33 sounds like the best thing ever, I think I'm better off just doing some Delta cams and bolt-ons. I need the car reliable, as I'll be driving it to and from Ocracoke, NC once a month for a while (working part-time on the island).

[chuckthefuk]

Shave the trunk.. Which part?>

[httrdd]

I gots the eg33 and a lift perdue! ;)

[BE-Fresh]

Finally paid mine off last week....now time to throw money at it and make it as impractical as possible :grin:

I will be lower than AWDSOME :smt029

[Perdue]

How much for the eg33 and harness and all? Might take me a payday or so, but I could bring the truck up to get it. I thought someone else had dibs.

[96LegacyWagon]

Okay, so I payed $200 towards my repair bill (still owe the other $366.16) and drove to work from the shop. I stopped at our gas station to get an energy drink and some mixed nuts to snack on before work, and when I got back to my car it wouldn't start! After work I tried some more and had the gf come by to help me jump the car. Before the jump there was no noise whatsoever, and the lights were really dim. After the jumping attempt (about half an hour of having them connected) I now can get a steady clicking noise... but no attempt at turning over or anything like that, though the lights are usable again now). I pulled the battery out and decided I will take it Advance Auto in the morning to see if it is still good or not. The sticker on it says 02/09 so that means I have had it in there less than 3 years so far... do batteries normally go bad in that short of time? Maybe it has to do with my 80Amp alternator that they sold me when I replaced the battery the last time? I know on my 92 Spirit as well as the 93 T&C I had a 120Amp alternator.

[r3v_v3ng3]

^^^ probably the starter

[96LegacyWagon]

^^^ probably the starter

That's sort of what I was thinking too, but I'm hoping it is the battery, because I have no idea how to take off or install a starter, and I already owe the mechanic $366.16 which will take me several weeks to pay off at $50 every couple of weeks or so. Any good threads you know of (I will google it as well) showing how to change one of those out?

[r3v_v3ng3]

Its no that hard. I'll be doing a clutch job tomorrow and i'll post up pics. Sounds like what happend to my bros impreza obs and turns out it was the starter but get the battery checked out first to see if its ok

[96LegacyWagon]

You guys need a fix?! I got 2 extra Legies! :smt023

Only problem is we are in different time zones... :smt017

Yes, the distance IS an issue, otherwise I would glean the ****** out of parts :)

[Navi271]

That's sort of what I was thinking too, but I'm hoping it is the battery, because I have no idea how to take off or install a starter, and I already owe the mechanic $366.16 which will take me several weeks to pay off at $50 every couple of weeks or so. Any good threads you know of (I will google it as well) showing how to change one of those out?

It's pretty easy, just a pain. I replaced mine just the other week because it was starting to click all the time. 2 bolts, 3 wires and it's off. You'll probably have to go under the car to get one bolt tho, or if you have small hands you can feel for it. I don't know of any threads tho, all I knew was the starter is right by the firewall on the drivers side of the engine and one bolt is really hard to get to!

[redlegacygt]

^^^ probably the starter

That's sort of what I was thinking too, but I'm hoping it is the battery, because I have no idea how to take off or install a starter, and I already owe the mechanic $366.16 which will take me several weeks to pay off at $50 every couple of weeks or so. Any good threads you know of (I will google it as well) showing how to change one of those out?


Check you battery cables as well. If they're corroded or not tightened all the way it could be as simple as that....

[96LegacyWagon]

Okay so turns out the battery was about 100 CCA short, and after AdvanceAuto charged it and I put it in my car, it started right up. Now I found out that my headlight is out RAWR! lol... I bought a new bulb and put it in, but it has something to do with the wiring I guess, so I got a new plug and some crimp things and some electrical tape and plan to work on that at work before I start (which means leaving soon so I don't have to drive to work in the dark). Weird thing is that it doesn't turn on on regular beams and on high beams it lights both filaments, but only at about 25% of the strength.

[psalm51ajm]

Just doing little stuff today like fixing some weather stripping and spraying wd40 on my door hinges. Not to much till I find an ej20 to start swapping!!

[grayguy]

Got it into boost, as much as possible on my commute :)

[blanquelm92]

installed magnaflow glass pack with a dc sports resonated tip for now haha lol and jdm amber side markers hahah i did
the whole alternating flicker thinggy :smt023

[Dead91silvia]

Got it into boost, as much as possible on my commute :)

And I would do the same thing if I had that car! :smt023


I swapped my new wheels and tires onto the Wagon... Goes up for sale next week... Time to move on to another one...

Oh, I did a bunch of cleaning on the BD and replaced one of the fog light bulbs so the Limited lights work now. Plan on wiring thr City lights, side markers, and start wiring the side fogs... Cant find my extra switch though... ugh...

[ElbryanWolf]

Installed my new Hella Supertones. :)

[96LegacyWagon]

Today I drove her to the auto shop and got the correct socket (turns out the other one would also have been a correct fit had the plugs not been put in backwards by the assemblers lol). Anywas, installed the new headlight socket and it did not remedy the problem so checked the fuses and replaced the blown headlight fuse. Worked like a charm, then drove to the mall for a bit followed by going to work. Yay! My Sooby Lego is on the road again!!! :)

[98legwag]

Yesterday I stood around while Hinyo installed a new exhuast. It sounds FANTASTIC. Today I plan on washing it and maybe sanding the spoiler for paint.

[grayguy]

Yesterday I filled up after running the first tank of gas through it. 18.5 MPG, I was hoping for 20 since that's what my SS would get beating on it constantly, but the new GT-rx has atleast 100 more Whp, and I have a feeling once I get my wideband on it, there is probably some room for improving the tune.

Today i think I'll wash it since it's supposed to be like 50deg all week here.

[prodriver1]

Yesterday I filled up after running the first tank of gas through it. 18.5 MPG, I was hoping for 20 since that's what my SS would get beating on it constantly, but the new GT-rx has atleast 100 more Whp, and I have a feeling once I get my wideband on it, there is probably some room for improving the tune.

Today i think I'll wash it since it's supposed to be like 50deg all week here.
word, car wash today 4sure :smt023 but all that nice snow is melting :smt010 oh well maybe I'll find some mud to make up for it :smt023

[96LegacyWagon]

I'm loving it! :) I saw a flip up for $300 recently (but didn't have the cash on hand sadly). Did you switch out the factory green for the blue somehow in your dash? Also.. are you running neons or are those LED bars hidden under the front seats?


Put in a brand new touch screen radio today! Its a Pioneer avh-p3300bt. Not the best pic, but here she is:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/6202038902_2dc06953d9_b-1.jpg

[Grafton]

discovered some major issues with my lego today:

broken front swaybar mount; passenger side caliper has frozen piston and loose slide; the drivers side has almost no wear on the pads and the passenger side broke off the squealer; one of my new steering rack boots is already cracked; the passenger side axle cv boot is splitting; and the fender rust has made a hole in the bottom of the finder

and the upper corner rust on my a piller is to the point where I need to pull the windshield to fix it.

I'm going to busy fixing her back up :/

[rallywagon]

I have a problem with the LOYALE I just bought. It was fine until I changed the fuel filter!!!
I got a new filter at shucks-the flow is pointing in the right direction so it's not that.
I blew fuel out the other end with air so there's no fault in the filter.
I even put the old one back on and nothing changed.
So, I took the fuel line and hung it over a clear cup. I cranked the starter for 3 seconds and NO FUEL CAME OUT!?
The fuel pump has been great until the moment I switched fuel filters.

Can someone solve this mistery!?

PLEASE :)

[Dead91silvia]

I have a problem with the LOYALE I just bought. It was fine until I changed the fuel filter!!!
I got a new filter at shucks-the flow is pointing in the right direction so it's not that.
I blew fuel out the other end with air so there's no fault in the filter.
I even put the old one back on and nothing changed.
So, I took the fuel line and hung it over a clear cup. I cranked the starter for 3 seconds and NO FUEL CAME OUT!?
The fuel pump has been great until the moment I switched fuel filters.

Can someone solve this mistery!?

PLEASE :)

Is it EFI or carbed?

[96LegacyWagon]

Phone didn't have enough battery to take another pic when I hit 234,567 so you get to see this one instead. :)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/030912154219-1.jpg

Also filled up gas tank ($40something for 10.xxx gals) and watched as some of it leaked out after it sat at work for a few hours.

Also noticed 4 more fuses were burnt out (5 if you count that headlight one from yesterday)... and those were these 3 ones (one of which I needed for my phone charger...)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/fusestitledpng-1.jpg

Also, what versions of the EJ22 were there again? I peeked under my hood for a bit today and put some loose hoses back in their places and I think it was the E or G version... what versions are there and what are the differences? I also looked at the plate under my hood with the VIN on it, and wondered what each of the numbers/letters means. I didn't take a pic of that but does anyone know of a general guide for that information and what each means for Subarus?

PS-- I am contemplating nicknaming my car 'Scooby'...

[96LegacyWagon]

I took in half a truck load of stuff last time with my little Toyota...

dirty wire (with wire insulation, plugs, fuse boxes)- .70 a lb... $25.90
brass (little ay tanks in radiators)- 1.50 a lb... $3
Copper radiators- 1.30 a lb... 37.70 (for 2 radiators, one a subaru)
clean aluminum- .65 a lb... 16.90
cans... lol... -.40 a lb... 1.20
dirty aluminum (has bits of steel or rubber on it)... .35 a lb... 47.92
Stainless steel... .30 a lb... .30 (it was just a little tiny peace of trim)
Catalytic converters... pay per type on cat... $5

Came out to about $135... Took me a day to sort/clean. It's worth it man! I used the money to fill the tank in my GMC and buy a couple dvds... This was 2 weeks ago.. With this and also steel, I have made about $2000 this year and I do this on the side... ;-)

Thank you! I was wondering how much I could save up via empty soup cans and Arizona tea cans to use towards my rebuild and/or gas for my dear Scooby :)

[Okin DaVanh]

I have a problem with the LOYALE I just bought. It was fine until I changed the fuel filter!!!
I got a new filter at shucks-the flow is pointing in the right direction so it's not that.
I blew fuel out the other end with air so there's no fault in the filter.
I even put the old one back on and nothing changed.
So, I took the fuel line and hung it over a clear cup. I cranked the starter for 3 seconds and NO FUEL CAME OUT!?
The fuel pump has been great until the moment I switched fuel filters.

Can someone solve this mystery!?

PLEASE :)


I had a 92 Loyal that had a similar problem. My problem turned out to be a bad ground for the pump. Also check the amount of power going to the sending unit. Good Luck.

[rallywagon]

It's EFI

[96LegacyWagon]

[quote="r3v_v3ng3":224z1xrc]contrary to what people are saying about a 2.5 piping, it actually has a nice deep rumble. He loves it!

I don't think I've ever had anyone say the bigger piping has bad sound, it's more about having too wide of piping that creates backpressure and hurts exhaust flow on a low power N/A engine.

That being said, it's nice to have good rumble :)[/quote:224z1xrc]

What are the pros/cons to having an exhaust that is wide open after passing through the cat? What does backpressure do to a 2.2L NA?

[HeresMyMind]

the 2.25" or 2.5" is best for performance. me and antino got dyno'd on the same day with same mods on same duno. he had a 3" exhaust and I had a 2.25". here are the results...

-B

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/graphphpgb0hp1torque1rpm1sl1sln1runid111-1.jpg

[r3v_v3ng3]

the 2.25" or 2.5" is best for performance. me and antino got dyno'd on the same day with same mods on same duno. he had a 3" exhaust and I had a 2.25". here are the results...

-B

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/graphphpgb0hp1torque1rpm1sl1sln1runid111-1.jpg


Which is which?

[Dead91silvia]

^ second that...

[TireIron]

Also 98-99, phase 1 DOHC, phase 2 SOHC

[02_Legacy]

well considering he is advocating a 2.25" exhaust I would guess that the one that made the more power is his. I find it hard to believe that just an exhaust made 15hp difference.

and the Phase II started in the 2000 model year.

[Wiscon_Mark]

and the Phase II started in the 2000 model year.

Not entirely true. 99 was a weird year - later manufacturing dates had engines more similar to the BE/BH configurations.

[96LegacyWagon]

I take it you are the top line of each set and he is the bottom line? Also... if I am running a 2.2L NA would this still mean the same thing as for the 2.5 Turbos you fellas have?

PS -- Thank you for the graph!


the 2.25" or 2.5" is best for performance. me and antino got dyno'd on the same day with same mods on same duno. he had a 3" exhaust and I had a 2.25". here are the results...

-B

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/graphphpgb0hp1torque1rpm1sl1sln1runid111-1.jpg

[eekay]

and the Phase II started in the 2000 model year.
The Phase II started in '98, actually. SOHC's were introduced after the DOHC's for the EJ25D. Not sure why they would do that, but I'm currently on the lookout for a Phase I longblock. So, if anyone see's one, lemme know!

[eekay]

if I am running a 2.2L NA would this still mean the same thing as for the 2.5 Turbos you fellas have?
No, Sir! A turbo down-pipe will not be as effected being completely wide open as a (lower power) N/A. This is because the exhaust leaving the turbo isn't of any consequence when it comes to back pressure. The up-pipe, on the other hand, is a bit different. Either way, the more free the flow, the better. :)

[96LegacyWagon]

if I am running a 2.2L NA would this still mean the same thing as for the 2.5 Turbos you fellas have?
No, Sir! A turbo down-pipe will not be as effected being completely wide open as a (lower power) N/A. This is because the exhaust leaving the turbo isn't of any consequence when it comes to back pressure. The up-pipe, on the other hand, is a bit different. Either way, the more free the flow, the better. :)

Okay, so for the 2.2L NA...
1) The wider pipe after the cat is beneficial for the MPG?
2) The wider pipe after the cat is beneficial for the HP?

Scooby sort of rusted in the exhaust area and so I need to replace a part there when I can and would rather buy once and install than buy multiple times to install this one and that :) (hence why being in a forum rocks my socks lol)

[Huffer]

Back on topic, I swapped my summer wheels back on today. Weather forecast for the next 2 weeks is 50F plus, my summers will work better than my winters at anything over 40F.

[fwa2500]

put on my JDM GT-B 17"s and RE-070s :D

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/img3044z-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/img3046s-1.jpg

[96LegacyWagon]

Installed oem tweeters from vermont22gt and i must say its the easiest thing i've done on my bd. works great!

Also did the grounding mod.
Before: 13.99v at idle with lights/stereo on
After: 14.15v at idle with lights/stereo on
I recommed this mod and its under $10

What is this 'grounding mod' you speak of? I run a system in my ride so those little fractions of a volt def help things hit harder! :)

[Dead91silvia]

It's EFI

Did you ever figure it out?

[camroncamera]

put on my JDM GT-B 17"s and RE-070s :D

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/img3044z-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/03/img3046s-1.jpg

fwa2500, I am in love with these GT-B (stock JDM) wheels!! I've been looking for a really nice set for a month, can you reveal your source? I saw a set on ebay last month, but the cost/condition ratio was not very good IMO.

[r3v_v3ng3]

Installed oem tweeters from vermont22gt and i must say its the easiest thing i've done on my bd. works great!

Also did the grounding mod.
Before: 13.99v at idle with lights/stereo on
After: 14.15v at idle with lights/stereo on
I recommed this mod and its under $10

What is this 'grounding mod' you speak of? I run a system in my ride so those little fractions of a volt def help things hit harder! :)

Here you go
http://www.rs25.com/forums/f72/t133111- ... -work.html (http://www.rs25.com/forums/f72/t133111-my-proof-diy-grounding-kits-work.html)