anothernord's '97 OBW, 12/8 - Fab projects, rally wheels

[anothernord]

This is my daily driver. It's acquired the name Turbs. It's a plain old 97' Outback, a common sight around Fort Collins, Colorado, but this one is a little different. I've made it to be sturdy, fast, all-purpose, and all weather.


It's had lots and lots of different engine/ FI setups, so I'll list them all here, in sort of chronological order.
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First SC build (fall/summer 09)

- Eaton M62 roots supercharger
- 06 WRX TMIC
- Turbo XS BOV
- RalliTEK PP6

A few shots, see build thread link in signature for the whole thing.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3518-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3513-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3509-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3444-2.jpg

A couple variants of this build:

First, smaller pulley + TMIC:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_1794-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3606-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_2031-2.jpg

Experimental non-intercooled, relocated TB variant:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_2140-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_2137-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_2138-1.jpg

Another non-intercooled setup:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/4501519111_058cfec907_b-2.jpg

FMIC version with relocated throttle body (awful, awful drivability; lasted about a day on this one)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0101-1.jpg

Giant pulley with electric clutch, FMIC:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0155-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0259-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0257-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0406-1.jpg

Then, the madness began: Twin charger? Yes...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/491889d8-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0507-2.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0516-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0626-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0628-1.jpg


My all-time favorite SC setup: TMIC with big pulley, and a sneaky intake design. I miss this.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_20101003_165224-2.jpg



Then came the turbo setups:


-JC Sports Turbo Kit, TD04

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_20101201_155311-2.jpg

Another funky variation for the intake:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3081-1.jpg

Then, I sold the turbo kit, and pieced together a WRX-style turbo setup:

-Megan header, TD04, stock WRX TMIC

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/06/IMG_0835-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/06/IMG_0814-1.jpg
Bigger VF34:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_1180-1.jpg

Then, I blew that engine around 250 WHP on E85 :cry:

So , I found a JDM EJ20H, and resealed that, and threw it in:
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This is how the engine bay looks as of 12/19/2011:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_1405-1.jpg

Current Specs: (1/2014

Engine:
EJ205/EJ257 Hybrid
JE forged pistons
Stock crank and rods, ACL bearings
Kinugawa TD05H 20G
AP hard inlet
APS TMIC
TGV Deltes
P&P exh manifold
Denso Supra fuel pump
FIC 900cc injectors


Electronics:
Full 02-04 WRX ECU, engine harness
Turbo XS knocklite
Prosport boost gauge
Innovate LC-1 wideband
GM boost solenoid

Drivetrain:
06/07 WRX OEM clutch
Exedy lightweight flywheel
AUDM dual range 5MT, 4.11 LSD
TSK transmission snout sleeve
Group N tranny mount
Perrin rear subframe locking system
Kartboy rear shifter bushing
17x7.5 Sparco Terra, 225/65/R17 Nokian WRG2 SUV

Exterior:
JDM wagon tails
JDM projector headlights
-FX35 Retrofit
JDM L7 Grill
Ralliarmor mudflaps
Stickers
Yakima lowrider towers and 48" crossbars
Giant 06/07 WRX scoop
Custom bumpers front and rear

Suspension:
Whiteline 22mm FSB
Rallitek 22mm RSB
STi swaybar mounts
KYB GR2 struts


Old Headlights:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3004-1.jpg

New FX: Just one of two projectors!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3001-1.jpg

History:

I got her in December of 2007 from Nice Car Subaru in Fort Collins, a hole-in-the-wall shop that rebuilds and sells Subies. She had a brand new short block, a rebuilt transmission, new clutch, brakes, tires, and CV joints. Mechanically, it was basically a new car. This car has been through a lot.

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Any suggestions/comments/criticism/questions are welcome.

[STL97outback]

how come the car initially didn't come with hood scoop? i have the exact car as you, down to the color and year, and it has an OEM scoop.

[anothernord]

I think it had been in a wreck before I bought it. That would explain the grill and scoopless hood.

[2.5GT]

Looking good...and those JDM headlamps makes a world of difference :smt023

[T_F_E]

awesome! same car as mine too!

[anothernord]

Blazer projector fog lights are on their way, as well as clear projector lenses for the FX35 projectors!

[MyogiNightKid]

How'd you get the stock covers to stay on your 500s if I may ask?

[anothernord]

How'd you get the stock covers to stay on your 500s if I may ask?
I took some fine steel wire, like <1mm in diameter, and looped it around the holes on the cover, then crisscrosed the wires around the back of the Hella and sort of just lashed it on. It hasn't moved in 2 months, but it does tend to rotate a little. I'm a fan of mechanical fastening, so I didn't want to use glue.

[MyogiNightKid]

Well done! :smt038 I was thinking of using zip ties in the same manner.

Your BG looks great!

[impreza_GC8]

The car looks great, I'm glad to see a scooped hood back on it. I attempted to get my stock covers to fit my 500s as well but when they weren't staying I gave up. Yours look good though. I am in the process of trading my driving 500s for fog 500s and I might follow your method when I complete the trade. I like your headlights too. How much did you get that spoiler for? I'd love a wagon spoiler. eBay you say? I'll have to keep an eye out over there.

[anothernord]

The spoiler was a steal for about 60 bucks shipped, I just happened upon it, really.

[anothernord]

New Grill (to be painted blue). Thanks to NoMorePossibilities for this!

Also the blazer projector fogs in the bumper:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/04/IMG_3085-1.jpg

[rat-sack]

wow, verry nice job on the boddy work. with the new hood it looks quite like mine only mine is silver and the front end is a little wrincled up from the two dear my dad hit before i had the car.
if you don't mind, where did you get the grill? i like that.

[rat-sack]

oh, never mind, i don't pay very much attention. :smt021

[anothernord]

The body work was actually all done by a guy that I met through Nice Car Subaru in Fort Collins. He's just an independent guy that does body work, but he did a fantastic job for a lot less than the body shops charge.

[rat-sack]

either way, that's a fantastic looking car you got there.

[anothernord]

Don't really know how this happened, the joints are less than 2 years old. Looks like I'll just have to get the whole axle replaced.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/05/IMG_1467-1.jpg

[2.5GT]

ahh..yes, those nasty nasty black grease :lol:

[1-3-2-4]

haha in my impreza I had mine snap.. the balls fell from the cage it was pretty nasty.. because with the car in anything other then park (like neutral) the driveshaft would still turn and would make a horrible sound when trying to put it in park.

I never replaced the driver's side axle before I got rid of the car..

[Sarra]

Just FYI... If you don't live on a 300 mile long dirt road, or haven't driven on a 300 mile long dirt road, and the boot hasn't been torn for 2 months (as in, it just tore a few days ago), you are probably fine with pulling the axle, cleaning it, packing new grease on it, and putting a new boot on it.

[anothernord]

New WRX wheels! check out the OP!

[anothernord]

Pics of trip to 12,300 feet!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/08/downsized_0812091510-1.jpg

Another Outback owner decided to park next to me!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/08/0812091510a-1.jpg

[anothernord]

New photos:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/09/IMG_3544-1.jpg

Updated BOV outlet pipe: PCV/valve breathers are connected to a brass fitting that is JB welded to the aluminum pipe, and the Idle Air hose connecter is JB welded in for an airtight seal.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/09/IMG_3566-1.jpg

[anothernord]

Edited

[richysteele]

Ultimate sleeper! wow! how much to the wheels are you putting down with the supercharger?

[anothernord]

Ultimate sleeper! wow! how much to the wheels are you putting down with the supercharger?

I should be putting down about the same as a stock WRX; 170 or so. Its very fun to drive. I haven't even tensioned the belt fully yet. I'll upload some new videos once that happens.

[JMoney]

Very cool. Good to see another Legacy modded in CO. :smt006

[anothernord]

Very cool. Good to see another Legacy modded in CO. :smt006

Thanks! I just saw your FS ad on Pirates and thought your avatar looked familiar.

[95USsubaru]

so clean on the outside and in!!! yet when you pop the hood.... holy S***!!!! thats damn scary! lol much props! this ride is official! :smt023 :smt023 :smt023

[anothernord]

New videos!!!

0-70, slow shifting.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMwUKpbVSbU


2nd Gear Pull

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLg7dxBDruQ


1st Gear Pull

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QswfuesQzw4

[httrdd]

Love the whine!!!!! Isnt that the same SC that is on the GT500 Super snake (slightly smaller)?

[anothernord]

Love the whine!!!!! Isnt that the same SC that is on the GT500 Super snake (slightly smaller)?

Its not the exact same blower, but its the same type, a roots.

[anothernord]

New exhaust:

Borla Rep headers, 2005 WRX midpipe/resonator, Borla PRO XS muffler.

*turn up the bass!!*

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toXUSQ9Laus

[MudRunner]

New exhaust:

Borla Rep headers, 2005 WRX midpipe/resonator, Borla PRO XS muffler.

*turn up the bass!!*

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toXUSQ9Laus

Sounds sweet! :grin:

Can't wait to get the Magnaflow on mine.

[rat-sack]

Car's lookin great, can't wait to get some pics of mine up here and have it runnin. I should have taken some pics of the inside while I had it torn appart. :/

[ESSYMOND]

Where did you get your cellphone thing?

[anothernord]

Where did you get your cellphone thing?

Its a Pro-fit cell phone holder. I got it from eBay, but I think I got the last one.

[chuckthefuk]

rumble whine.. :smt023

[anothernord]

:grin: :grin: :grin:

I suppose I should update everyone on the status of the waggin.

She was supercharger-less for almost 3 months until last weekend, when I installed a new supercharger. The old one started blowing oil into the intake when I accidentally overfilled the reservoir and hardened the seals. I am going with a new, non-intercooler piping setup with this build iteration. Look for pictures later this week.

Anyway, now that power is taken care of, its time to do suspension. :twisted:

[chuckthefuk]

"non-intercooler" sadness

[anothernord]

The intercooler was making piping for the intake a pain. Now I have the filter under the hood scoop. I'll be fabricating a nice little heat-shield that mates up with the scoop splitter so it will get cold, scoop-fed air.

[anothernord]

Couple of new pictures of the new setup.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/04/4502152196_5f22ec5fc3_b-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/04/4501519111_058cfec907_b1-1.jpg

[Navi271]

oh sweet! Now you actually have a functional hood scoop!
Seriously, at first I was like, why if the filter all the way back there?? It's gonna get heat soaked! lol

Also I always get a kick out of the supercharger belt, it's SO long and goes up, down, up, and around...

[anothernord]

oh sweet! Now you actually have a functional hood scoop!
Seriously, at first I was like, why if the filter all the way back there?? It's gonna get heat soaked! lol

Also I always get a kick out of the supercharger belt, it's SO long and goes up, down, up, and around...

The hood scoop should have an intercooler under in per the Subaru standard protocol, but in my case, I had to make it functional with the filter. The real reason I put the filter there is that I needed at least a foot of piping between the outlet of the BOV and the MAF, or else I get turbulence that messes up the MAF signal. And with the way the engine bay is set up, it was easiest to just stick it where it is. I may tweak it slightly for smoother air flow and some cleaner bends.

There is soon to be more pulleys and longer belts. :grin:

[anothernord]

Throttle body relocate done. Now I have a nice 5 psi of boost with zero turbo lag, and its much quieter. Until I hit that gas that is.

Still no intercooler, but that will change now that I have an income and free time.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_2137-1.jpg

[95USsubaru]

HOLY BALLS! everytime i look at ur engine bay i almost get depressed. i look at mine and think....stupid knock sensor. i look at yours and think.... OMFG! I WANT THAT! but really thats awesome man.

[anothernord]

^^ Thank you! I get a lot of varying opinions on the setup, and its good to hear positive ones.

In other news, I ordered some goodies...

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/05/Scooler002-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/05/ICPSI95_4-1.jpg

I'm also going to up the boost pressure to overcome the pressure drop of the IC. The OBSC is about to get a little more angry...

[anothernord]

6 PSI, FMIC, a new Cusco 24mm RSB, and an Emanage Ultimate to tune it all.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/05/IMG_0107-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0259-1.jpg

Ice Racing: (old)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/07/DSC01777-1.jpg

AWDpirates.net cruise (also old)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/07/4412444103_abeb7ea36e_b1-1.jpg

Another AWDpirates.net meet.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/07/20100715192231-1.jpg

As you can see, I hang out with a lot of Impreza guys. I will always consider Legacies to be cooler than the sea of Imprezas out there. :grin:

[Navi271]

Wow! A 24mm RSB?! I should've gone with cusco instead of whiteline lol
Nice FMIC, and I always seem to be around a lot of impreza's too. But now that the newer legacy's have turbos, our group in iowa has been steadily gaining legacy's!!! I'm still the only one around driving the old 95-99 style tho :grin:

[anothernord]

Its actually an adjustable 23mm bar, with slots for 22 and 24mm. The only problem is that its for a sedan, so I had to bolt it on the inside of one endlink, and the outside of the other. And it clunks. I'm probably going to get rid of it soon.

[Navi271]

Aw man, that sucks... I would say I could take it off your hands for ya, but alas, I also have a wagon.
That's weird tho! I thought the sedan and wagon RSBs were the same?!

[anothernord]

Legacy sedans and wagons are the same, but WRX sedans are slightly wider than WRX wagons, which are the same as Legacies. I happened to get a WRX sedan RSB.

[WESTcoast]

Ill take that rsb off your hands! I'm a sedan! in another note, didnt you have another thread before, or am i dreaming as I remember commenting on your build

[anothernord]

Ill take that rsb off your hands! I'm a sedan! in another note, didnt you have another thread before, or am i dreaming as I remember commenting on your build

If you have a Legacy sedan, then it still won't fit, its just the WRX sedans and wagons that are different. This is my member's ride thread, the other one is the build thread for just the supercharger.

[derrick_]

The intercooler was making piping for the intake a pain. Now I have the filter under the hood scoop. I'll be fabricating a nice little heat-shield that mates up with the scoop splitter so it will get cold, scoop-fed air.

is it possible to do this on a n/a car at all? i've not started any research into the subject since my car is totaled and i'm haggling trying to get it replaced, but i'm dubious at best since i don't know what to do with the sensor.

[95USsubaru]

this may not be ur flavor, but i think it would look kinda sick if you sprayedOUTBACK on the FMIC

[anothernord]

The intercooler was making piping for the intake a pain. Now I have the filter under the hood scoop. I'll be fabricating a nice little heat-shield that mates up with the scoop splitter so it will get cold, scoop-fed air.

is it possible to do this on a n/a car at all? i've not started any research into the subject since my car is totaled and i'm haggling trying to get it replaced, but i'm dubious at best since i don't know what to do with the sensor.

Yeah, search around for the "Gravelsports Intake". Its basically a filter under the scoop with a pipe that goes down into the throttle body.

[derrick_]

The intercooler was making piping for the intake a pain. Now I have the filter under the hood scoop. I'll be fabricating a nice little heat-shield that mates up with the scoop splitter so it will get cold, scoop-fed air.

is it possible to do this on a n/a car at all? i've not started any research into the subject since my car is totaled and i'm haggling trying to get it replaced, but i'm dubious at best since i don't know what to do with the sensor.

Yeah, search around for the "Gravelsports Intake". Its basically a filter under the scoop with a pipe that goes down into the throttle body.

oh that is amazing :] thanks.

[rougeben83]

Did you consider a TMIC? The way you had it piped before looked like a slim TMIC from an 06 wrx or FXT or baja t would work perfectly. FMIC looks good but I don't think all that throttle lag is worth the extra cooling considering you dont have a hot turbo under the hood and its a low-boost application,

[anothernord]

Did you consider a TMIC? The way you had it piped before looked like a slim TMIC from an 06 wrx or FXT or baja t would work perfectly. FMIC looks good but I don't think all that throttle lag is worth the extra cooling considering you dont have a hot turbo under the hood and its a low-boost application,

I actually used to have an 06 WRX TMIC. The reason that I got rid of is is that I physically couldn't fit an intake with the MAF sensor and filter in the engine bay. With the FMIC, there was tons of room to put the intake piping on. You're right about the lag, and its noticeable, but it doesn't bother me too much. Plus, I'm going to get a high-quality and smaller IC core, which should lower the IC pressure drop and create less of a restriction.

Maybe someday when I switch to speed-density, I'll remove the MAF and give the TMIC another try, but for now, I'm pretty happy with the setup.

[peugoby]

your wagon looks/ sounds great!

[anothernord]

I've been neglecting my member's ride. I shall change that.

MODS!

Here's the dirty-ass Cusco 22-24mm adjustable RSB, that doesn't fit correctly; it must be bolted on the inside of one endlink, and the outside of the other. It still feels great though.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/08/IMG_0423-1.jpg

Also, Perrin rear differential bushings. These come in their "Rear Subframe Lockdown Kit:, and must have two big washers used to hold the outer bushings in. (there's 4 total). I did notice that the differential can really be heard with those mod.

http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p310/anothernord/IMG_0421.jpg

And, Perrin subframe lockdown bolts. These just stick in the rear subframe to hold it in place under hard cornering.

Edit: The bolts that came in the kit were too short for my Outback, which has body spacers for the lift, so I just went to the hardware store and picked up some that were 1" longer, and they work fine.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/08/IMG_0422-1.jpg

[anothernord]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2010/05/IMG_0107-1.jpg

[httrdd]

Looking beastly!

[chuckthefuk]

mint!

[TGX4776]

whats your lift? 2nd gen forester?

[anothernord]

whats your lift? 2nd gen forester?

Stock; Outbacks have taller struts and spacers for all the drivetrain components. :grin:

Next mod might include something involving a turbo.

[TGX4776]

lol.

Edited to remove stupidity.

[prodriver1]

does this car still work?

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

love the outback!

[anothernord]

does this car still work?

Yeah, I drive it every day.

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

thats amazing! Bet your neighbors really love you in the early mornings and late at night! hahahaha

[prodriver1]

does this car still work?

Yeah, I drive it every day.
so is it still supercharged? I just want to know how reliable a supercharged subaru engine is.

[Perkul8r]

Actually if you look in the FI section you will see that he is currently running a turbo setup on it and is gonna be going to a twin charge setup.

[anothernord]

does this car still work?

Yeah, I drive it every day.
so is it still supercharged? I just want to know how reliable a supercharged subaru engine is.

Like the above post says, it currently isn't, but that's just because I've been to busy with school to complete all of the twin-charge project. I had been running the SC for a whole year, and it never left me stranded. A supercharged setup on a Subaru, being custom in nature, means that's it's as reliable as you put it together.

[anothernord]

Ok, a much needed update. I grenaded the input shaft bearing on the transmission, soooo:

I spent about week reading forums, as well as my Haynes manual. Then I sourced a hoist and went to work.

Removed everything, disconnected all the hoses and junk:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0598-1.jpg

Engine out:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0603-1.jpg

A beautiful flywheel, freshly machined, torqued, and cleaned with brake cleaner.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0604-1.jpg

Engine hanging happily with the new Exedy Stage 1 clutch:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0608-1.jpg

And after wrestling with transmissions, you get this:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0611-1.jpg

The Haynes manual came in handy:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0615-1.jpg

Double, triple, quadruple check everything because I'm paranoid, then do this:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/IMG_0616-1.jpg

Everything worked the first time! The clutch feels awesome, similar pedal effort as the stocker, but with a more precise engagement point.

[anothernord]

Oh, and here's pictures of the twin-charger setup.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0628-2.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/01/IMG_0627-1.jpg

JDM tails, and exterior shots to come soon!

[deadend]

wow, too impressive

[bulldozer24]

I wish i had the money to do all of this.

[prodriver1]

[quote="anothernord"]Oh, and here's pictures of the twin-charger setup.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_0628-2.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/01/IMG_0627-1.jpg

so whats the internals of that thing? and what the hell are you using to control all that? mega squirt? are both chargers running all the time or do you have a cheeky little setup like VW? my mind is reeling! :smt026

[anothernord]

Look at my thread in the Forced Induction section. That explains everything.

[prodriver1]

I did rite after I posted that. you got a beautiful thing going on :smt007

[anothernord]

A friend of mine is a professional photographer, and wanted to mess with his new lens. Off to Old Town Ft. Collins we went.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/181539_538113988470_37903263_31352002_43-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/181568_538114063320_37903263_31352007_15-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/184814_538114043360_37903263_31352005_10-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/184650_538114033380_37903263_31352004_16-1.jpg

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/02/182879_538114118210_37903263_31352011_10-1.jpg

My favorite:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/182861_538114088270_37903263_31352009_54-1.jpg

[httrdd]

I hate you!

[Cervantes]

man! thats a serious car! i wish i had the mechanical inclination for that type of work. i have parts sitting here because i'm too scared to do that work myself. great work, engine looks awesome.

[LiCelsior]

Very nice!!

[anothernord]

The supercharge/twincharger build was no longer practical for daily driving, so and I got a good deal on the turbo kit, so I switched.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_3081-1.jpg

[httrdd]

Wait where did I miss where you were no longer twin charging?

[TGX4776]

Wait where did I miss where you were no longer twin charging?


Umm yeah what happened to that?

[anothernord]

Whoops, I had explained everything on the RS2.5 thread a while back, I guess I forgot to update this thread, but it was pretty impractical for daily-driving, and I needed to just have something I wouldn't fiddle with (as much).

[anothernord]

My wheels were ugly, so I sanded them down and painted them with Dupicolor gold paint from O'reily's. I think it turned out ok.

Should I paint the grille the same gold? Meaning replace the silver on the outside.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/08/IMG_3086-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/05/IMG_30852-1.jpg

[anothernord]

Oh yeah, with the help of a welder friend, I got a WRX eBay 3" downpipe modded to fit my JC Sports turbo kit.

For fun, I drove around with just the downpipe, and I took a video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5ZOwojUuEk

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/05/IMG_0759-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/05/IMG_0758-1.jpg

[httrdd]

Not sure I would of went with gold but it looks good. Picking a wheel color with a two tone is tough. Don't paint the grill gold. I would paint it one of the colors of the body or all black.

Video sounded good. What is next attached to the dp?

[anothernord]

I just have my old 2.5" exhaust on the DP right now. A 3" system is in order though.

[httrdd]

3" what? What brand.

[anothernord]

Probably an eBay WRX catback, can't decide if I like the slanty mufflers on the OB rear bumper, I can't seem to find a pictures of people with such a setup.

[TGX4776]

still havent told why the switch from twin charging......

[chuckthefuk]

Yes... do explain

[anothernord]

Long story short, it's not practical to get 14-15 MPG, throttle response was terrible, and it sucked for daily driving. If it weren't my daily driver, I'd keep the setup, but it's too much complexity for a DD.

[anothernord]

New turbo setup, using all WRX turbo components. See the turbo DIY in my signature for the guide!

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/06/IMG_0835-1.jpg

And a couple other shots, doing what Subarus are meant to do...carry bikes into the mountains!

Pictures by Mark Bowers Photography.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/07/258442_552367399520_37903263_31436754_80-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/07/257370_552366905510_37903263_31436736_67-1.jpg

[chuckthefuk]

I rock the same wheels with the same color codes..

I think it really brings out the ruggedness of the outback.. Its just not the same with 1 color and lowered if you know what I mean.

-Chuck

[anothernord]

New turbo! VF34, ball bearing, JDM, and only $100. :cool:

It spools like a TD04 (tiny bit more laggy), but has the top end and power potential of a VF39 (STi turbo). Incidentally, I kept up with a stock 05 STi on only 12 PSI.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_1180-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/09/IMG_1182-1.jpg

[r3v_v3ng3]

Are the vf turbo's have a preset wastegate psi? I have a vf22 to be installed but unsure about what wg psi they come with stock.

[anothernord]

It depends on the turbo, but it should be around 7-8 psi.

[anothernord]

Well folks, the inevitable has happened. As much as I denied it.


I was out doing some road tuning last last week, and right as full boost set in, there was a loud bang, then a horrible knocking noise. I just pulled off on a side-street, laughing and crying at the same time.

Here's the datalog of the failure point. You can see that something when wrong right as the AFR spiked to 14:1-ish. Notice the pressure spike right after the boost dies off, as well as the sudden drop in MAF voltage that was probably one of the reasons it went lean. I wonder if the 23 degrees of timing that the car was running during spoolup had anything to do with it? Har har. Also, the engine wasn't fully up to temp. <<Moron.

Yellow line is timing, blue is boost, pink is AFR. The graph shows the point right after failure, where pressure was up around 16 psi, for some reason.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/enginefailurepng-1.jpg

Here's a video of the awful sound. I think I simply broke a rod.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/th_Engineknock-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/albums/p310/anothernord/?action=view&current=Engineknock.mp4)




The good thing, however, is that I can rebuild an even stronger setup!

The new engine/setup will be:

JDM EJ20H (twin turbo longblock) converted to single turbo
EJ25D intake manifold (needed for EGR)
VF34
ACT HD 6 puck clutch (Exedy stage 1 slipped around 250TQ)
Exedy lightweight flywheel
STi yellow injectors
Some other fun stuff...

Pictures of carnage to come, I'm stuck on a cam pulley bolt on the old engine at the moment.

[chuckthefuk]

Comeon.. EJ255/257 block :-D

[grayguy]

So your thinking this was more of a tuning issue than just a engine failure? How much boost were you usually running?

[Navi271]

Definitely rod knock, that sucks man. It's good you're being optimistic about it! Idk if I could...

[httrdd]

The reason to not go with an Sti block is the money and the pia wiring modifications. Does the ft engine work with just a different ecu?

[Garrison]

The reason to not go with an Sti block is the money and the pia wiring modifications. Does the ft engine work with just a different ecu?
Yeah. It'll bolt up and run just fine. Especially since he already has tuning equipment.

Sorry to hear this Jared. +1 on the boost level question.

[chuckthefuk]

There is no wiring modification to run a different block...

[grayguy]

Nope, thats my plan too is 257 with 25d heads and 20k intake. Gotta love Subaru Lego cars haha

[chuckthefuk]

20k intake fits the 25d flange/bolt pattern?

?

[httrdd]

Ok I was thinking engine swap not block swap.

[grayguy]

20k intake fits the 25d flange/bolt pattern?

?

Yeah, it's the only Intake Mani with raised intake runners High enough to route the turbo intake tube under like a newer turbo motor that bolts to the 25d heads. Search my posts and I posted pics of it a while back

[anothernord]

Failure occured somewhere around 14 PSI, but as you can see from the log, the AFR spiked to 14, which probably caused detonation, along with the waaaay advanced timing.

The STi shortblock is 1700 new. I plan on spending less than that on everything.

Yep, most Phase I DOHC engine have the same intake manifold bolt pattern, where the bolts are all in a a line. I'd use the 20H one, but it doesn't have provisions for EGR and stuff. Maybe I can rig up a custom EGR setup for the 20H manifold, since the 20H heads don't even have a spot to drill out in the exhaust.

I plan on make the 25D manifold work with and under-manifold inlet. Basically, I'm just going to re-route the fuel lines, cut off/relocate the purge solenoid, and remake the wiring harness so it come outs on the other side of the engine.

[chuckthefuk]

EJ205/7 and EJ255/7 are around the same price.. and thats new..

Comparing p/n
ej205 10103AB330
ej257 10103AB440

Both listed from the dealer for $1700-2400 depending..

Now lets stray away from new... lets go used.. $800-1200 for the 257...

More room to work with and bigger goals in the future.. Better to save $$ now then regret later..
-Chuck

[anothernord]

Here's the thing, the EJ20H is very similar to the EJ205 in terms of strength, and the one I'm getting has super low miles, compression tested perfect, and will only cost $200 for the entire longblock. And since my current turbo/injector setup is really only good for 300whp, this engine fits the bill perfectly.

I do see what you're saying, and I think I will try to rebuild by 2.5 with STi internals and new bearings over the next year, and maybe swap that in down the road. But for now, $200 for a complete, good condition turbo longblock makes sense for a poor college student that still wants to go fast.

[httrdd]

Yea carry on you know what you are doing. :)

[chuckthefuk]

$200.. i think i just had a aneurysm...

[grayguy]

Yeah I wouldn't argue with $200 for a complete long block, I'll probably pay about that for just a bare 257 block haha

[anothernord]

Here's a picture. The manifold isn't totally complete, but hey. Oh, did I mention the heads have all the water fittings/oil for a turbo already on them?

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/EJ20h-1.jpg

[chuckthefuk]

I cant even find healthy EJ22E for that coin.. What a score.. in the end this doesn't sound like a bad thing.... BUCK UP!

[anothernord]

Ok, I went ahead and ordered a set of OEM EJ20g headgaskets, and an eBay EJ25D gasket kit. Let the rebuilding commence!

[anothernord]

Here's the resealed EJ20H. New seals everywhere, still have to do the rear main, and baffle of doom (even though it's already the metal one?) and wait for the clutch (Spec stage 2+, rated to 390 TQ) clutch to come in, along with the TSK snout repair.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_20111022_193819-1.jpg

Easy way to depress the tensioner: screw it to the table of your work bench, and sit on the bench awkwardly with your buddy for 10 minutes while it depresses.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/IMG_20111022_222810-2.jpg

Put together:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/IMG_20111022_231303-2.jpg


Still have to finish the WRX TB adapter plate, run all the wiring everywhere, and drill/tap the bottom of the manifold for the new PCV valve location, and drill and tap the head for EGR.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/IMG_20111024_234312-2.jpg

Close up of the mocked-up manifold topside:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/IMG_20111024_234329-2.jpg

[subie/legacy]

Looks like your making good progress. Good luck

[02_Legacy]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/IMG_20111024_234312-1.jpg


haha I just caught this pic out of the corner of my eye and I thought I saw 3 intake runners I was like :shock:
But then I realized you were lame and only turboing a 2.0. Haha just kidding, keep up the good work I love watching builds like this. :smt023

[airlia101]

Out of curiosity, what was the first engine you (S/T)/C-ed? Wasn't just stock - some sort of 2.2L? (Assuming you didn't try to apply boost on that era of EJ25, but...?)

[anothernord]

Oh no, it was a stock EJ25, but it held up for a while at > 100HP over stock. It is all about the tune.

[anothernord]

Well, I decided that the EJ20H manifold is going to be the better choice for now. The silicone JDM WRX intake does not fit under the EJ25D manifold, and neither does the one I got from Garrison. I'll have to deal with EGR not being there, mainly a CEL and a hit to gas mileage, but I get the benefit of EVERYTHING fitting better (with the exception of the intercooler). I'll have to figure out something with the BOV there.

But, there's a very big benefit:

The EJ25D manifold is on the right, the 20H/K on the left. Take a look at the huge difference in runner size!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/10/IMG_20111029_153443-1.jpg

[Garrison]

Well that sucks man. I can't believe the difference in manifolds would be the large, but, there you go...

Good luck amigo, you're definitely making progress. Any updates on this project?

[anothernord]

I guess I should update this now! Whoops.

Yes, I'm all up and running after finding the intake and exhaust cams were swapped on the passenger side. Then, I found a couple bad injectors, and a sneaky melted vacuum hose.

Anyway, I moved the wiring harness over so it comes out on the top of the engine, rather than right next to the turbo. This involved basically rebuilding the whole harness.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/11/IMG_20111101_140821-1.jpg

I went all out with the clutch and driveline; the TSK snout repair, Exedy lightweight flywheel, and SPEC stage 2+ clutch.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/11/IMG_20111102_221225-1.jpg

After basically everything possible wrong, it is in and running.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/11/20111111_204253_826-1.jpg

Now, I need to fix all the oil leaks, plumb in a custom EGR system, fix a little hesitation, and tune.

[Garrison]

Very cool! Total cost for this build?

[anothernord]

This one was about $1300 with a large chunk of that came from the clutch stuff. I should be good to go up to 300whp with this setup.

[Garrison]

Niiiiiice. I hope the tranny holds for a long time, though as you and I both know it's all in how you drive. No 5k clutch dumps! :smt005

[anothernord]

The MAF kicked the bucket today. Luckily, I had my laptop on me, so I loaded up my old speed-density map, using the Emanage's "Airflow Output" to simulate a MAF, and drove home.

The hesitation was still there though; it's just a little bump every once in a while, nothing outstanding shows up in the logs. So the MAF is not the culprit. Knock sensor possibly?

[Garrison]

Possibly tps? Mine bucked a little bit before I messed with it?

[anothernord]

The signal appears to be smooth through the whole pedal range; I logged it through the Emanage and the line didn't have any jumps... plugs are new and the coil is newer too, which makes me think either wires or knock sensor.

[Garrison]

I had a giant experience in some kind of cut today, around 4K and 50% throttle. It felt like the engine pulled spark, or fuel, HARD. Is that what you're experiencing? If so, mine was accompanied by p0108, and p0440.

Did you get any CELs?

[anothernord]

Mine is just tiny misses, no massive fuel cut. Here's what I'm getting; little spots where the ECU is cutting fuel for half a second. The weird thing is that it is only under cruise and light-load that this happens. The only CEL is p0400, since I have no EGR system. I'm guessing that has something to do with it.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/11/stumblingpng-1.jpg

[Garrison]

That sounds exactly like my TPS sensor before I replaced it. It would cut at cruise, frequently. It made driving anywhere (to work for example) and exercise in patience.

Have you tried unplugging it, and logging to see if the problem continues? It just gives you a slightly higher idle, I believe.

[anothernord]

I update the first post with a pretty complete pictoral history of all the crazy setups I've used on the engine since I've owned the car. Figured it would be fun for the car's 4-year anniversary with me!

Anyway, I've been busy, tidying up the engine bay and such. I relocated the IACV so a BOV can fit in there:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/IMG_1408-1.jpg

And added an AEM dryflow filter, hooked up my boost controller, and put in my yellow sidefeed injectors. This new setup runs really well, it starts right up in the cold, and drives smoothly.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_1410-1.jpg

You can see where I put my SL-i sticker if you look close!

[Reason]

Dyno time!

[anothernord]

I should be good for almost 300whp... Heheheh.

[anothernord]

A little more detailing on the IACV reloacate, for the curious:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/20111218_155455_357-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/20111218_153207_412-1.jpg


Edit: And I found something in the oil pan of my old engine...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/20111201_233146_721-1.jpg

[Garrison]

Very interesting mod sir, I like!

Any idea what that is? A bit of piston, perhaps?

[anothernord]

I'm guessing so, I think the engine ate itself, because there were lots and lots of other little metal shavings in the pan as well.

[r3v_v3ng3]

A little more detailing on the IACV reloacate, for the curious:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/20111218_155455_357-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2011/12/20111218_153207_412-1.jpg




I might have to do something like that for my friends 96 bd with an 01 2.5rs swap. Thats the only code he's getting which is iacv. Maybe run an external hose from the throttle body to meet with his older style iacv. good job :smt023

Looks like you have an extra bracket thats holding your throttle body to your intake manifold

[susiemk]

How's the EJ20H coming along?

Have you ironed out the little bugs & bumped up the boost yet?

[anothernord]

It runs pretty nicely; but there's still kinks. The nice thing is that I changed the way the EMU scales for the larger injectors, and it runs tons better; cold starts are fine and it doesn't act weird.

I'm tuned up to 12 psi, but somewhere, there's a boost and vaccum leak that are throwing off the fuel trims, which in turn throw off open loop AFR's. I'm almost sure it's the BOV, so I'm going to get a stock BOV and recirculate it. The ECU does not like VTA BOV's very much. My timing is finally in the ballpark of where it should be. I have found that the N/A ECU produces a very non-ideal timing curve by itself; its no wonder why many RS-T builds end badly without EM. Right now, my timing is about 16 degrees at the lowest, tapering to 23 or so: pretty conservative. The knocklite is pretty handy for this as well. On my first test pull, it picked up low level knock that I was immediately able to remove with a couple degrees of pulled timing.

Other than that, theres still oil leaks. I'm not doing anything else until those are fixed. I HATE oil leaks.

But this will all have to wait until I'm back from vacation in a week.

[Garrison]

It runs pretty nicely; but there's still kinks. The nice thing is that I changed the way the EMU scales for the larger injectors, and it runs tons better; cold starts are fine and it doesn't act weird.

I'm tuned up to 12 psi, but somewhere, there's a boost and vaccum leak that are throwing off the fuel trims, which in turn throw off open loop AFR's. I'm almost sure it's the BOV, so I'm going to get a stock BOV and recirculate it. The ECU does not like VTA BOV's very much. My timing is finally in the ballpark of where it should be. I have found that the N/A ECU produces a very non-ideal timing curve by itself; its no wonder why many RS-T builds end badly without EM. Right now, my timing is about 16 degrees at the lowest, tapering to 23 or so: pretty conservative. The knocklite is pretty handy for this as well. On my first test pull, it picked up low level knock that I was immediately able to remove with a couple degrees of pulled timing.

Other than that, theres still oil leaks. I'm not doing anything else until those are fixed. I HATE oil leaks.

But this will all have to wait until I'm back from vacation in a week.

Awesome progress dude, really.

A wise man once told me "oil leaks are the bane of turbo builds" :P
You'll get it eventually. It sounds like a pretty sick package.

[susiemk]

It runs pretty nicely; but there's still kinks. The nice thing is that I changed the way the EMU scales for the larger injectors, and it runs tons better; cold starts are fine and it doesn't act weird.

I'm tuned up to 12 psi, but somewhere, there's a boost and vaccum leak that are throwing off the fuel trims, which in turn throw off open loop AFR's. I'm almost sure it's the BOV, so I'm going to get a stock BOV and recirculate it. The ECU does not like VTA BOV's very much. My timing is finally in the ballpark of where it should be. I have found that the N/A ECU produces a very non-ideal timing curve by itself; its no wonder why many RS-T builds end badly without EM. Right now, my timing is about 16 degrees at the lowest, tapering to 23 or so: pretty conservative. The knocklite is pretty handy for this as well. On my first test pull, it picked up low level knock that I was immediately able to remove with a couple degrees of pulled timing.

Other than that, theres still oil leaks. I'm not doing anything else until those are fixed. I HATE oil leaks.

But this will all have to wait until I'm back from vacation in a week.

The flange for my HKS SSBOV was warped @ 1 time & was a boost leak for me so I tapped the top of a OEM WRX BPV with a hammer & slapped it back on my wagon about 4-5 years ago (i went from OEM to HKS to Crushed OEM over the course of 8 years boosting the OBS-t).

I have a '03 Legacy L-Se Wagon that replaced my '00 Legacy Brighton Wagon as my DD (my OBS-t was my DD but the aftermarket Clutch Type LSD Front + Rear diffs & full pillowball suspension (trailing arms, lateral links, strut tops) group N engine tranny mounts were a bit harsh for DD'ing - the A/C was & still is cold though...
I noticed the ej251 knocks very easily & runs about 30* hotter compared to a high compression PII EJ222 (we put a EJ222 in my old '00 Legacy Brighton which now cruises on the HW @ about 160* - very steady compared to 186*-191*+ with the ej251 on the same body shell, & 0.5" thick OEM radiator).

I think the ej25 with its relatively thin cyl walls (basically a big bored ej18) doesn't take to boost as easily as the smaller bore EJ's.

That said you were boosting your ej25 for a decent amount of time so I'm sure you'll sort these relatively minor issues & have plenty of fun with a EJ20!

Are you getting knock with e85 - I've knocked on 93 & I've knocked with 93 +Water/Methanol too if I pushed the boost level too high...?...

[anothernord]

I actually switched back to 91 octane, for cold starts and the fact that I can't make it to the ski slopes and back on a tank of E85. It is crazy hard to get anything to knock on E85, my failure was due to simple stress and fatigue.

[anothernord]

Here we go with another update.
School is keepin' me down, but not enough to stop work on the wagon.

Here's what's happened over the last few months:

1) I ran into a curb and messed up one of my WRX wheels, so picked up a set of 16x7 Discount tire wheels with new tires for $200.

2) 06/07 WRX scoop: Still needs to be painted.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/20120429_125020_346-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/20120428_134516_329-1.jpg

DIY-ish to come!

Oh, and the wagon parked next to a GTR at the CU car show:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/20120422_144317_506-1.jpg

[Navi271]

Looking good!

I met a kid here at the University that owns a GTR, he came to one of our subaru meets for fun. He was right behind me on a cruise to the location, and dang those things can book it!

[anothernord]

The past week, I pulled the engine to do the rear main and a few other things.

Painted timing covers:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1545-1.jpg

Organized this the passenger side of the engine bay, added in an extra reservior for an I/C water spray setup:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1546-1.jpg

Installed an oil cooler from a 2001 Outback. The parts from the engine I pulled it from included a thermostat housing with an extra nipple for the oil cooler's water lines, but since it doesn't fit on my turbo water pump, I just ran that line into the extra fitting on the water pump. I think that's how the WRX is setup. Seems to work, I guess.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1554-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1555-1.jpg

Oil drain for the turbo, for you twin turbo guys looking to convert to single turbo, you can do as I did here and just bend the TT oil drain line up to meet the turbo's outlet hose.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1549-1.jpg

Installed a flywheel rock guard plate. I always thought the flywheel was kinda exposed.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/20120517_133729_13-1.jpg

There's still an oil leak right here: I watched with the engine running, and fresh oil was just coming out. I give up.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/Untitled4-1.jpg

Mounted the high and low beam HID ballasts on the fender:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1547-1.jpg

Ready to rock. And not leak oil, hopefully.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1548-1.jpg

All buttoned up:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1563-1.jpg
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1565-1.jpg

I trimmed the gauge bezel to accommodate and STi water spray button. If you're wondering, the pinouts are identical to our dash switches, so you can pop this guy in and plug it in.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1570-1.jpg

Random interior shot:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/IMG_1571-1.jpg

Ready to go...
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/05/behind-1.jpg

[Garrison]

Are you still rocking a leggy turbo cross-member?

Can you swap back any forth between header setups (NA vs FI) with that x-member?


And have you de-catted your up-pipe? It can shred your turbine exhaust housing if the catalyst were to ever break up.

Finally, what happened to your FMIC setup? Why the switch?

[grayguy]

I know on my cars that have had SS crossmembers you can still run a regular NA exhaust.

[anothernord]

I had always thought that the turbo crossmember interferes with the N/A manifold.

Thats an STi up pipe. No cats there!

I got rid of the FMIC a LONG time ago. It didn't work well with any pull through MAF setups I had.

[Garrison]

Thats an STi up pipe. No cats there!

I got rid of the FMIC a LONG time ago. It didn't work well with any pull through MAF setups I had.
Ahh, nice.

Did you still have problems after you clamped the MAF voltage? And with your Greedy Emanage??

[anothernord]

It wasn't an issue with hitting the MAF's ceiling, it was the lag from all that piping distance. It was a general pain and I hated that tons of piping everywhere. You can't really tune out the tip in problems to that magnitude with the EMU and big injectors. With a blow through MAF, I'm sure it could work, but I was switching to a turbo setup anyway.

[Garrison]

I'm confused...

flashheart loves the FMIC for its cooling abilities; what kind of lag are you experiencing- throttle lag, or boost lag? Is there a way to reduce that or is it just the nature of the setup?

[anothernord]

The MAF measures the airflow at the intake, and it takes longer for that measured air to get to the engine. When the fuel gets squirted in, the air hasn't got through piping yet, theres a rich spike, then a lean period. It was tricky for me to tune. Really, you dont need a FMIC if you're under 350hp or so. A good TMIC and scoop/splitter is fine unless you only do pulls in heavy traffic in the summer. In that case, you can just use an I/C sprayer.

[Cervantes]

I had a FMIC installed and haven't ran into any issues after I had it put in. The only issue I ran into was when my BOV was not recirculating. I don't have turbo lag, spikes, or anything like that. It has actually been running better than it was before it was installed.

[Garrison]

Unless you have an A/F gauge and wideband O2 feeding it info, you're unlikely to know whether you're running rich or lean. What 'Nord is talking about is a measure for concern, in some instances. Lean condition + boost + timing = knock. Knock is a killer on N/A engines, though to my understanding, less of a concern on a factory built turbo motor.

[Cervantes]

I have a wideband A/F gauge with a mapped piggyback ECU. In my opinion those are must haves if you're doing any serious work to your car. There's other options, but that's the route I took.

[anothernord]

The tip-in throttle issue is really just a drivability concern more than safety. But as Cervantes has shown, anything can be corrected with the right engine management and mapping.

[Garrison]

how long did it take you to pull the engine?

[anothernord]

I had it out in an easy day. I have so much extra stuff to take apart though. On a more stock Subaru engine, I could have the engine out in a couple hours.

[r3v_v3ng3]

I had it out in an easy day. I have so much extra stuff to take apart though. On a more stock Subaru engine, I could have the engine out in a couple hours.


+1 Once you go turbo, there's alot of little stuff to take out that's time consuming

[anothernord]

Woo! I've been working full time and taking classes, but that won't stop the wagon from getting some love.

First of was camping in Wyoming, just a couple hours from CO:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/07/20120616_201338_134-1.jpg

Then, 2004 WRX front rotors + calipers. Bolt on.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/07/20120701_165435_968-1.jpg

05' LGT rear rotors + calipers. The still look small in those wheels, but trust me, the stock dust shields were not even that large of a diameter.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/07/20120701_230933_66-1.jpg

A full flush with new fluid, and the difference in stopping distance is awesome. I haven't had a chance to test out how well they deal with fade, but with the rears being larger and vented, I'm hoping it will do well. Brakes are ALWAYS a good upgrade, if nothing else, do it for safety.


And, suspension stuff:

I've always wanted a Rallitek adjustable RSB with endlinks and bushings, so I finally bought one!. It's really great deal considering you get all the aforementioned for the price of a Whiteline bar. SO worth the $180 shipped.

A quick review:
This particular RSB actually fits the Outback without any spare tire well bashing! The only downside is that downtravel on the wheels is slightly limited by the swaybar, since it can't droop low enough to meet bolt up with the endlinks with the wheel at full droop, even on the furthest hole. This could be fixed by adding a 1/2 spacer between the frame and the swaybar mount.

You obviously don't bolt up the endlinks with the wheel in the air, but I actually use the Outback for mild off-roading now and then, and I like all the flex I can get. I'm planning on making some quick-disconnects for the front an rear bars for that reason.

The endlinks seem solid, as do the bushings. The kit includes grease for everything, but even with all the bushings greased, there's still some sqeaking coming from somewhere. Oh well.

Coupled with GR-2 struts, and a Cusco 25mm FSB, (still stock Outback springs) the body roll is minimal, even with the towering ride height. On the middle setting (~24mm), the car feels nice and balanced. I only wish we had more curvy roads to drive on around town. All the good ones in the mountains are on fire.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/07/20120623_125300_114-1.jpg


Underside: (before the endlinks were bolted on.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/07/20120623_164251_85-1.jpg

[kreggor]

I love this build thread. You keep doing so many cool things to this car. Big inspiration. Keep up the good work!

[Dead91silvia]

Let me know how you like that rear bar! I'm about to order one up. I talked to them the other day about it.

[anothernord]

Thanks guys. The RSB is a must-buy. I seriously should have bought this a long time ago. The amount of fun I can have just taking corners fast around town is amazing for the minimal cost and time for this mod. Do it!

[anothernord]

Some fun in Estes Park, CO:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/08/7722963012_c2c314a035_b-1.jpg

[legacy360.]

$200.. i think i just had a aneurysm...
i second that. :shock: how on earth do these guys find such good deals?

[anothernord]

Well, part of the reason is was a good deal was that it was pretty janky. Really it was just a long block with the intake manifold thrown in. There was a lot of weird hoses, fittings, zip ties, ect that I just ripped off, thought to myself, "WTF", then tossed in the trash. It was also leaking from the headgasket area, so I had to redo all of the seals and fix the oil leak that was coming out of the block. So it wasn't nearly as nice as a JDM motor you'd get straight from Japan. It had good compression though, and it runs fine now!

[anothernord]

2nd gear exploded lol

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/11/20121119_133805_840-1.jpg

So, I found this at our local awesome Subaru- only yard: an 07 Impreza 5MT with only 58k on it:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/11/20121121_144451_618-1.jpg

Pulling out the poor fella:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/11/20121121_134353_670-1.jpg

Washed and ready to roll!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2012/11/20121120_140901_281-1.jpg

[Garrison]

So... axles and input sensors are all the same?

[anothernord]

Right, I should touch on that: (07 2.5i wagon 5MT to 97 OB, with 3.9 rear diff)

1) Axle stubs and seals needed to be added (the subaru yard put those in for free!) to use with the stock female axles. Otherwise you can just get CVs with 2 male ends.
2) The speedo sensor needs to be swapped to the new gearbox: just screw it in, works fine.
3) Also, the bell housing doesn't have a stud for the starter, just a hole where an extra bolt goes in the newer engines, so my starter is only held on by 1 bolt. It shouldn't be a huge problem.

The backup and neutral switches plugged right in.

[Garrison]

Too cool.
Any ideas on torque capacity?

[anothernord]

No one really seems to know what the 5mt can handle. I guess it's varies in every case.

I do know that this box shifts way more easily, and the ratios are just right.

[prodriver1]

And, suspension stuff:

I've always wanted a Rallitek adjustable RSB with endlinks and bushings, so I finally bought one!. It's really great deal considering you get all the aforementioned for the price of a Whiteline bar. SO worth the $180 shipped.

A quick review:
This particular RSB actually fits the Outback without any spare tire well bashing! The only downside is that downtravel on the wheels is slightly limited by the swaybar, since it can't droop low enough to meet bolt up with the endlinks with the wheel at full droop, even on the furthest hole. This could be fixed by adding a 1/2 spacer between the frame and the swaybar mount.

You obviously don't bolt up the endlinks with the wheel in the air, but I actually use the Outback for mild off-roading now and then, and I like all the flex I can get. I'm planning on making some quick-disconnects for the front an rear bars for that reason.

The endlinks seem solid, as do the bushings. The kit includes grease for everything, but even with all the bushings greased, there's still some sqeaking coming from somewhere. Oh well.

Coupled with GR-2 struts, and a Cusco 25mm FSB, (still stock Outback springs) the body roll is minimal, even with the towering ride height. On the middle setting (~24mm), the car feels nice and balanced. I only wish we had more curvy roads to drive on around town. All the good ones in the mountains are on fire.


I have the same setup as you (GR-2's, and RSB front&rear swaybars with rear solid endlinks) WATCH OUT for the rear bar to absolutely destroy the swaybar mounts and the frame under them!! seriously! my rear SB brackets ripped off like they were made of paper, so i welded them to the frame, them the frame started to tear under the pressure, so i had some reinforcing welds put on, its been a year and its starting to feel and sound like i need to get more welding under there again... I have my bar set full stiff (27mm) a huge plate welded onto the frame and the SB bracket welded to that is the only way to go i think.

[anothernord]

^^^ That's next on this list!

The 04+ Impreza has much beefier swaybar mounts; the only problem being that they're too short. A piece of 2x2" square steel tubing should do the trick. But I'll take your advice and reinforce the frame rail itself too.

http://onfinite.com/libraries/668858/al ... 05/9dc.jpg (http://onfinite.com/libraries/668858/album/540/405/9dc.jpg)

[anothernord]

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2009/03/IMG_20121124_162935-1.jpg

[EJ22D]

I've read your thread & I'm wondering, are you running the 20H on the stock 25D ECU?
How are you doing that?
Do the 25D intake sensors just plug up & function with the 25D wiring harness?
I've made an EJ hybrid & I plan to add a turbo kit to it so this is teaching me quite a lot about what works or not & what a stock N/A EJ can actually handle.

[anothernord]

I've read your thread & I'm wondering, are you running the 20H on the stock 25D ECU?
How are you doing that?
Do the 25D intake sensors just plug up & function with the 25D wiring harness?
I've made an EJ hybrid & I plan to add a turbo kit to it so this is teaching me quite a lot about what works or not & what a stock N/A EJ can actually handle.

I should point out that I'm really just using the EJ20H block and heads, most of the other stuff either was swapped for parts of my preference, or just never came with the engine when I bought it.

Yeah, it won't run perfectly with the smaller displacement, different volumetric efficiencies, compression ratios, but it runs. To get it perfect I still have the Emanage Ultimate piggyback to control all the turbo-y stuff and larger injectors. It still has a little trouble with the IACV not opening enough for cold starts, but that's a very minor issue.

The 20H and 25D are really the same engine, with different intake manfolds/cams, displacements, etc. My 20H was already hack-job'd by the PO, so I never saw the 20H harness. But all the sensors and stuff are the same, so I just extended or shortened a few plugs on my old EJ25D harness to make them reach and fit nicely, and it worked fine. If you really wanted a simple swap, just bolt the 25D coolant crossover and intake manifold to the engine, and be done.

Anyway, you should read the DIY for turboing the 25D, it has some good info.

[Garrison]

You could do the coolant bypass modification on the IACV, that might help

[prodriver1]

^^^ That's next on this list!

The 04+ Impreza has much beefier swaybar mounts; the only problem being that they're too short. A piece of 2x2" square steel tubing should do the trick. But I'll take your advice and reinforce the frame rail itself too.

http://onfinite.com/libraries/668858/al ... 05/9dc.jpg (http://onfinite.com/libraries/668858/album/540/405/9dc.jpg)
http://imageshack.us/a/img607/3440/img0970s.jpg
thats where mine broke several times.
http://imageshack.us/a/img8/6311/img0969ho.jpg

[prodriver1]

eventually the bolts themselves were pulled rite out of the frame, somehow i got my big fingers in the frame (through that rubber bung you see rite behind the bolt for the bracket) with a nut and wrench and re-bolted it with larger hardware and had it all welded to the frame and then reinforced the bends on the bracket.

[anothernord]

eventually the bolts themselves were pulled rite out of the frame, somehow i got my big fingers in the frame (through that rubber bung you see rite behind the bolt for the bracket) with a nut and wrench and re-bolted it with larger hardware and had it all welded to the frame and then reinforced the bends on the bracket.

Yikes. Looks like rust had a hand in the untimely demise of those poor brackets.

[prodriver1]

eventually the bolts themselves were pulled rite out of the frame, somehow i got my big fingers in the frame (through that rubber bung you see rite behind the bolt for the bracket) with a nut and wrench and re-bolted it with larger hardware and had it all welded to the frame and then reinforced the bends on the bracket.

Yikes. Looks like rust had a hand in the untimely demise of those poor brackets.
that helped:) i have a half foot of articulation every time i drive in and out of my parking spot so that probly had more to do with it, i also go off road quite a lot in it with the rear swaybar set full stiff and thats the opposite of what you need offroading.

[anothernord]

that helped:) i have a half foot of articulation every time i drive in and out of my parking spot so that probly had more to do with it, i also go off road quite a lot in it with the rear swaybar set full stiff and thats the opposite of what you need offroading.

Does your wagon just creak and moan when you flex the suspension like that? My poor unibody just squeak and creaks whenever I articulate it. I think it's probably just bending the whole back part of the car. :-?

[prodriver1]

that helped:) i have a half foot of articulation every time i drive in and out of my parking spot so that probly had more to do with it, i also go off road quite a lot in it with the rear swaybar set full stiff and thats the opposite of what you need offroading.

Does your wagon just creak and moan when you flex the suspension like that? My poor unibody just squeak and creaks whenever I articulate it. I think it's probably just bending the whole back part of the car. :-?
ya the hatch makes noise.

[anothernord]

I decided that none of the rear strut bars you can buy are beefy enough, and none of them actually attach to the struts in a way that stops vertical movement.

Basically, my design pins the bar at 2 locations on each side of the car, so the struts are locked together. I just cut out some cardboard templates, then went to work with an angle grinder and a 3.5" hole saw. I then drilled and tapped the baseplates (1/4" steel) and installed 3 bolts in each side. The bar is 1.25" 11 ga square tube, and I notched it in order to bend it to the right angle. I'll weld the cuts back together of course.

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130504_124603_172-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130504_124603_172.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130504_154057_436-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130504_154057_436.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130504_133829_246-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130504_133829_246.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130508_215952_706-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130508_215952_706.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130508_215958_823-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130508_215958_823.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130508_220004_440-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130508_220004_440.jpg.html)

Who doesn't want 110v AC power in their Subaru? I picked up a 400w inverter from HF for $20 and installed it.

There's a PERFECT little square of carpet under the driver's seat that accomdates the inverter nicely. I bought a cheap amp wiring kit and wired it in, with the outlet removed, wires extended, and mounted on the back of the center console. I cut a couple holes for the button and fan, and done. (still need pic of the actual plug)

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130427_132924_598-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130427_132924_598.jpg.html)
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Wait whats this lol
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130511_211758_419-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130511_211758_419.jpg.html)

[Garrison]

looks like a 16g evo VIII turbo??

ballin' strut brace too, haha

[anothernord]

Thanks!

It's a TD06H 20G, which I am rebuilding here soon, as the thrust bearing is about half as thick as it should be.

[Muse]

I want a strut brace like that. Hell, you could probably sell 'em if you had the inclination.

[r3v_v3ng3]

:smt023 Like the DIY strut bar! I will do the same on my outback but have 2 parallel square bars

[anothernord]

^^Go for it! Keep in mind there isn't much room underneath the rear seats for a bar if you put it on the forward side of the strut towers.

If there interest, I have access to the water jet and work, and I can whip up the plates in SolidWorks in no time.

[anothernord]

So the 20g I bought had so much shaft play it could have been used as a maraca... time fir a rebuild!

Check out what's left of the thrust bearing:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130513_110347_396-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130513_110347_396.jpg.html)

CHRA with new bearings, oversize thrust spacers, seals, compressor and turbine from Kinugawa (basically a new turbo)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130518_141759_733-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130518_141759_733.jpg.html)

Here's a 1 AM crappy picture of it installed.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130520_244416_779-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130520_244416_779.jpg.html)

Comparison between a VF34 and the TD06H 20G
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2013/05/IMG_20130519_225313_535-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/IMG_20130519_225313_535.jpg.html)

Impressions thus far are that there's a lot more lag, but on wastegate pressure (15 PSI), the car feels faster than it did with the VF34. More tuning will ensue.

[Garrison]

P&P turbine side, heatwrap the headers and you might see 20% decrease in spool.

When you said "comparison" I thought to myself, "ain't no comparison" haha. 15psi is like childs play for that thing, I can't wait to see what happens if you were to do an EWG setup and really let it sing :-D

[anothernord]

So, I was getting tired of a) piggyback ECU's b) 20 year old JDM 2.0L engines, and decided to do what I always should have done; a full swap to a new-age WRX engine/ecu/harness.

I should have just bought a whole wrecked WRX, but instead I bought most of the items separately. It didn't come out to be any more or less expensive, it just involved more internet hunting.

Oh well. Here's the summary documentary:

Picked up a junkyard WRX motor for some random parts (happened to have some BC 272 cams in it - score) Some guy walking into the UPUP teased me for trying to use my wagon to carry this. As he walked out again I was pulling out of the parking lot, engine safely in the cargo hold. Wagon FTW.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0010-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0010.jpg.html)

Lots of parts to clean:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0027-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0027.jpg.html)

Sorting out wiring of the fuel pump controller. They conveniently mold in the pinout. That's pretty neat.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0037-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0037.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0035-1.jpg[/

Things taken apart:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0050-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0035.jpg.html)

Fuel pump controller mounting location. Hidden, but easy to access the plug without taking anything else apart.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0048-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0048.jpg.html)

DIAF, heater core
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0056-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0056.jpg.html)

Stock ECU harness unwrapped and ready to be sliced-n-diced
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04 WRX body harness. I conveniently did not realized that 04+ doesn't use the SMJ connector. And since I had an 02/03 engine harness, I had to some a quick splice.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0070-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0070.jpg.html)

Harness stripped. I basically started at the ECU plugs and worked my way all the way to the plugs that go to the engine harness, cutting everything that led away.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0071-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0071.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0075-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0075.jpg.html)

Mocking up harness routing and wire length:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0077-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0077.jpg.html)

Grommet for transmission and rear o2 pulled through, ready to merge with the WRX harness.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0082-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0082.jpg.html)

Speedo, reverse, neutral plugs
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0086-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0086.jpg.html)

Stock plugs for cruise control and A/C pressure switch.
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Finished harness for driver's side ABS sensor, brake fluid switch, starter switch, and grounds.
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All the wires on the left go to the car and must be merged with the WRX harness. All the wires on the right are for the stock engine harness (which is now cut) and are not used.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0091-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0091.jpg.html)

Labeling every wire with pin location color, and mating wire. I did this on both sides so when I went to solder things, I just checked that both tags were in agreement as a way to double check myself.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0093-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0093.jpg.html)

Ok, why my car has a complete fuel tank system from a 1995 Legacy, I will never know. Basically, the 95 tank doesn't have any of the sensors that newer tanks do (fuel temp, tank pressure, tank pressure releif). So my swap has 3 or 4 extra wire for these sensors that are not used. All that means is that I had a lot of codes to delete from the ECU.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0096-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0096.jpg.html)

And, the merging begins.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0098-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0098.jpg.html)

Got tired of that and wired in the FPC. Note: The FPC controls the fuel pump by switching the pump's ground on and off. I had to come back later and cut the ground wire near the tank, since it actually grounds somewhere back there, and run it up to the controller.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0099-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0099.jpg.html)

Long nights:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0101-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0101.jpg.html)

All the body-wires merged. The wires going off toward the bottom of the picture are for the engine.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0102-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0102.jpg.html)

Mocking up the passenger side harness.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0108-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0108.jpg.html)

Re-pinning the OBD plug (since I don't have a flash block)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0110-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0110.jpg.html)

Tidying up the passenger side harness. These plugs are (from to top to bottom) front o2, engine control plug, MAF, BCS, and EGT.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0111-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0111.jpg.html)

Firewall harness complete: (excuse muddy engine bay: #mudboggin)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0112-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0112.jpg.html)

I ran the engine harness through this grommet, just like stock. The WRX actually has an idential grommet in the exact same location as my Legacy.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0119-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0119.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0120-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0120.jpg.html)

Hole for engine harness behind the battery (don't worry, I covered the sharp edges with rubber hose).
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0121-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0121.jpg.html)

SMJ harness ran through factory Legacy grommet:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0131-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0131.jpg.html)

And, the WRX engine harness is in:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0134-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0134.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0132-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0132.jpg.html)

Of course, the 04 WRX body harness I got doesn't have the SMJ connector, so I had to do a quick splice. (04+ connectors are on the right) All the wire colors are the same.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0137-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0137.jpg.html)

The Legacy has a plastic bracket with a spot specifically for the SMJ plug. I heart Subaru.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0138-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0138.jpg.html)

Engine bay wiring 90% complete:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0140-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0140.jpg.html)

I hated finding a place for the charcoal canister. I settled on this spot. I just slotted the unibody metal and ran a hose clamp through. Clean, sturdy, and hidden.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0144-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0144.jpg.html)

Meanwhile, back at the ranch, the ECU wiring was getting cleaned up
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0148-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0148.jpg.html)

Integrating wiring for the Innovate LC-1. You can also see the grey SMJ plug in it's final spot under the big white bracket. I was seriously so excited about that.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0149-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0149.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0150-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0150.jpg.html)

Putting stuff back together:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0151-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0151.jpg.html)

For my fellow legacy owner's reference, this yellow and black wire is tied to 12V ignition power to allow fog lights to be used independently from the headlights.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0152-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0152.jpg.html)

I used some of the extra plugs for the wideband control button and ground on the engine.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0153-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0153.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0157-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0157.jpg.html)

Coming along:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0161-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0161.jpg.html)

I wanted to use the original HVAC spot for ridiculous gauges and switches, so I relocated the HVAC controls to the other DIN slot. It was a pain, but I am glad I went to the trouble.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0168-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0168.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0177-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0177.jpg.html)

Wiring, whatever.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0181-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0181.jpg.html)

This whole time, a friend of mine was working on getting an EJ257 built with brand new internals, and rebuilding a set of S20 heads. On my end, I worked on rebuilding and inspecting a 10mm oil pump, and preparing the intake manifold.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0181-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0181.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0182-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0182.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0186-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0186.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0188-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0188.jpg.html)

Ah, yes. The turbo legacy exhaust manifold I've been using has a spot for an o2 sensor, but not threads. A little ghetto machining later and we're in business.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0211-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0211.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0213-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0213.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0212-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0212.jpg.html)

More to come.....

[Garrison]

Best thing I've read all day! Loving the progress man!

[eddierotary]

wow. i cant wait to see it running

[anothernord]

It's actually all up and running, I just ran out of time to finish the post. I didn't have any time to get on the forums since this started at Christmas. I'd pretty much go to school first thing in the morning, get home at 10 or so, then work on the swap till 2 or 3 AM. I did this for 2 weeks until I finished it all. I looked pretty awful.

[r3v_v3ng3]

WOW :shock: Mad props :smt023

[LGTtoBE]

UBER Impressed! Can't wait to see more!

:smt023

[Navi271]

Oh man, that wiring... You do a great job documenting it all.

[anothernord]

Thanks guys.

Ok, here's the rest:

Gauge mount panel - roughing in:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0214-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0214.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0215-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0215.jpg.html)

I cut a spot for my old Motorola droid to use as an OBD scan tool. The cutout on the left will be for a 1/16 DIN EGT gauge.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0245-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0245.jpg.html)

A couple random extra supports for my custom bumper:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0225-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0225.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0226-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0226.jpg.html)

On the engine side of things: EJ257 shorty with JE forged pistons, specifically for the 2.0/2.5 hybrid, ACL rod and crank bearings, STi rods
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0293-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0293.jpg.html)

Deleted TGV's:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0280-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0280.jpg.html)

A bit of porting-matching on the intake sides of the heads:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0294-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0294.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0313-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0313.jpg.html)

Rebuilt S20 WRX heads:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0298-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0298.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0360-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0360.jpg.html)

Longblock, assemble!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0305-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0305.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0306-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0306.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0311-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0311.jpg.html)

I drilled at tapped the collectors for both headers for future dual-channel EGT monitoring.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0314-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0314.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0316-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0316.jpg.html)

Longblock coming along:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0322-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0322.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0323-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0323.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0324-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0324.jpg.html)

PCV/breather setup:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0321-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0321.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0318-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0318.jpg.html)

Old-style tensioner FTW:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0327-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0327.jpg.html)

Snail installed:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0328-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0328.jpg.html)

TD06H turbine wheel... pretty big
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0329-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0329.jpg.html)

Getting there:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0330-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0330.jpg.html)

If you ever try and use the original EJ25D alternator/A/C bracket, you'll run into some interference here. A quick wave of the grinder and I was back in business.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0333-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0333.jpg.html)

And, it's dropped in.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0334-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0334.jpg.html)

Buttoned up:
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0335-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0335.jpg.html)


For reference, the stock throttle and cruise control cables work with just a little creative adjustment.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0337-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0337.jpg.html)

And she's back on the road! I guess I did the harness merge right the first time!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/03/IMAG0392-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Wrx%20Swap/IMAG0392.jpg.html)


This whole project took 5 weeks and probably over 100 hours. I was waiting for parts for much of that time, but it's not a project for a couple weekends. The car runs amazingly, after the break in period, I should be able to make a clutch-limited 330WHP.

[Muse]

That is pretty sweet, man... 330 HP would be more than enough to get me in trouble!

Also, really diggin' the bumper. Did you use a GT bumper or an Outback bumper, or does it matter at all?

[Oc7ane]

Sweet build, Im basically doing the same thing but with a stroked 22t block, wrx heads with harness merge and what not. Sweet deal with merging yourself, I wont touch that part

[anothernord]

That is pretty sweet, man... 330 HP would be more than enough to get me in trouble!

Also, really diggin' the bumper. Did you use a GT bumper or an Outback bumper, or does it matter at all?

I used an outback bumper cover, and fabbed up my own beam for the JDM fog lights. I wanted those things so bad that I built the entire bumper just so I could have them!

[anothernord]

That is pretty sweet, man... 330 HP would be more than enough to get me in trouble!

Also, really diggin' the bumper. Did you use a GT bumper or an Outback bumper, or does it matter at all?

Oh, and pics here:

http://www.sl-i.net/FORUM/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=28487

[prodriver1]

I want a strut brace like that. Hell, you could probably sell 'em if you had the inclination.
ya! I'll buy one! :smt006

[65pontiac]

Wow very clean

Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk

[anothernord]

Big update: DUAL RANGE!!

So I finally finished college and got my degree in Mechanical Engineering (phew). It was about time to give the wagon a well-deserved upgrade: an AUDM dual range 5MT pulled from an 03' Forester. I found it on eBay through one of the JDM importers.

Over a long weekend, I installed along with a matching 4.11:1 LSD from an RS.

It turns out that making a linkage to operate the low range shifter arm is quite a task. The OEM cable was chopped part way, and some old throttle cables I had around were not nearly stiff enough to move the lever. I found a B&M racing 4' auto tranny shifter cable through O'reilly's and made some brackets for it.

Here's the tranny side arrangement:

https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/08/IMAG0933-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Dual%20Range%205MT/IMAG0933.jpg.html)

Ever wondered what that little circular rubber bump in your shifter seal is for?

Dual range cable!
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/08/IMAG0896-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Dual%20Range%205MT/IMAG0896.jpg.html)

I ghetto-fabbed a lever using an old stock shifter cut down to size.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/08/IMAG0960-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Dual%20Range%205MT/IMAG0960.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/08/IMAG0959-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Dual%20Range%205MT/IMAG0959.jpg.html)

All that's left is a little trimming and making a cover for the hole.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/08/IMAG0958-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Dual%20Range%205MT/IMAG0958.jpg.html)

This tranny gives the overall ratio a bump by 1.447:1. It will absolutely chug up steep rocky hills; little to no clutch slipping. You can't crawl as slowly as a true 4x4 rig, but if you're on terrain where you need to go that slow, you're probably going to have other issues.

[dynonacht]

Awesome! Hey, probably somewhere in this thread but I suck at skimming pages, what center console is that?

[anothernord]

Awesome! Hey, probably somewhere in this thread but I suck at skimming pages, what center console is that?

It's a WRX center console. See the link in my signature.

[anothernord]

Some more updates:

Nokian WRG2 tires (225/65R17) on Sparco Terra 17x7.5's.

These things required rolling of the fenders, trimming of the unibody, and some pounding of the wheel wells with a hammer. These are 28" wheels. Same a stock XJ Cherokee! I managed to get away without using wheel spacers on all four corners. Even with fender rolling, there is still some rubbing in the rear. I plan to fix this with King springs.


https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG0968-2.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG0968.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1100-2.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1100.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1101-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1101.jpg.html)


I made a quick master cylinder brace out of some 1/4" plate and and angle iron. It really stiffens the pedal under hard braking. Before, you could actually watch the master cylinder move when the pedal was pressed.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1390-2.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1390.jpg.html)

Since the unibody is slowly falling apart, I decided to build a real rear strut brace. Bolt-on rear strut braces really don't do a whole lot; you've got to remove the extra degree of freedom that allows the strut towers to move vertically relative to each other.

First, I welded a bar to the floor, with some 1/4" uprights for bolting the brace in. (Excuse diarrhea welding)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1157-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1157.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1158-2.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1158.jpg.html)


Then, the stringer between the two braces, and the triangular braces. (Finished product was painted)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1159-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1159.jpg.html)
Results? Not sure on handling or anything like that, but it sure quiets down all the creaking. Maybe it will help with rear passenger safety?


Oh, and here's the trailer hitch I made. I thought that the bolt-on ones suck.

It's welded into the stock bumper beam, bolts into the tow hooks, and to the unibody frame rails with 6" long bolts that go all the way into the inside of the trunk.
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1151-2.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1151.jpg.html)
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1152-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1152.jpg.html)






APS TMIC, Kinugawa TD05H 20g, 8cm, STS 9 blade turbine
https://sl-i.net/FORUM/images/imported/2014/12/IMAG1388-1.jpg (http://s131.photobucket.com/user/anothernord/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1388.jpg.html)
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Some random pictures from the summer's adventures around CO and WY.
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"4WD High Clearance Only"
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[KNaph]

Wow. I never knew I needed this, but I need this.

The cut bumpers for clearance gives it a sort of rock crawler look and the Sparcos and beefier tires really help bring that look together too. Looks like you're clearing the struts by just a few hairs haha.

Definitely subbed.

[Alphius]

This is a great swap and I really like seeing what you've done to the car over the years. The documentation is excellent and I can tell you really intend to keep this car for a long time.

I'm about to start my own harness merge for my '99 Legacy GT, so your pictures and documentation have helped me immensely. I'm no stranger to engine harnesses having built many MegaSquirt harnesses for different swaps and LS1 ECU standalone harnesses, but the Subaru integration of the body harness with the engine harness leaves things a little more complicated. I do have an entire donor '02 WRX, so at least all my wiring will come from the same car!

I'm curious on a couple aspects of your swap: What have you done for the clutch and for the radiator/fans? I'm keeping a push style clutch (like your DR trans) and have been debating between doing the 06+ WRX flywheel and clutch or shelling out for the ACT HDSS. As far as the radiator goes, I was planning on using my stock radiator and gutting the cap to use the overflow connection as the connection to the coolant tank, but I also have the WRX radiator and fans available to me if they would be of any help. Thanks in advance for any input you may have. :)

[anothernord]

Whoa, haven't updated this for a while, I've been busy with my other thread for the twin charge build.



This is a great swap and I really like seeing what you've done to the car over the years. The documentation is excellent and I can tell you really intend to keep this car for a long time.

I'm about to start my own harness merge for my '99 Legacy GT, so your pictures and documentation have helped me immensely. I'm no stranger to engine harnesses having built many MegaSquirt harnesses for different swaps and LS1 ECU standalone harnesses, but the Subaru integration of the body harness with the engine harness leaves things a little more complicated. I do have an entire donor '02 WRX, so at least all my wiring will come from the same car!

I'm curious on a couple aspects of your swap: What have you done for the clutch and for the radiator/fans? I'm keeping a push style clutch (like your DR trans) and have been debating between doing the 06+ WRX flywheel and clutch or shelling out for the ACT HDSS. As far as the radiator goes, I was planning on using my stock radiator and gutting the cap to use the overflow connection as the connection to the coolant tank, but I also have the WRX radiator and fans available to me if they would be of any help. Thanks in advance for any input you may have. :)

Figured a late reply is better than never! For the clutch , I used an 06/07 WRX Clutch and flywheel, with the stock push-style fork and slave cylinder. My TOB is from the TSK snout repair kit, so it's a little bigger in diameter than the stock one and pushes on the teeth nicely. For fans I had to use an aftermarket one mounted on the front of the A/C condenser. And thanks for the kind words!



And for the update, here's the current state of the engine bay:

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[anothernord]

This thread needs some updates and more pictures.

I have been daily-driving with the twin-charge system, which is now drinking E85 for more power.

Engine bay shot:

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[Muse]

Err... The lower two pictures aren't showing up.

[dynonacht]

Err... The lower two pictures aren't showing up.

same

[subieadam]

Cool ass ride man!

[dynonacht]

updates?