Muse's '02 H6 VDC "Blitzen 6" - the un-update!

[chuckthefuk]

Hmmm...
I never thought a scoopless hood would be that hard to find.. its the opposite here everyone wants the baja hood..

-Chuck

[Zac]

Nice exhaust, I have 2 of them

[STIdarkside]

What's the ETA on getting this project started, it's gonna be amazing to see it all come together... Do you happen to have the part number for the Cusco Underbody Brace and how do you know it will work on the USDM chassis?

Blue Steel Mica would look amazing on this car and I think it would go extremely well with the interior... Have you figured out what color you're going with?

[Yamazaki]

What's the ETA on getting this project started, it's gonna be amazing to see it all come together... Do you happen to have the part number for the Cusco Underbody Brace and how do you know it will work on the USDM chassis?

Blue Steel Mica would look amazing on this car and I think it would go extremely well with the interior... Have you figured out what color you're going with?

I can't start it until I return to the US (I can't buy/register a car if I'm not there, right?).
I don't have any part numbers off hand. I'm sure you could check CUSCO's site and find it... and I'm guessing it'd work on US-spec cars since this one's for NA Legacys.
I don't know yet what color I want it. To be honest, I'm not too terribly concerned about it right now since I don't plan to return in the near future. When I've figured out when I will return and I start looking for a car, I'll re-visit the issue.

[chuckthefuk]

The brace fits fine.. I installed one for Bataru.. however its a bitch since the bolts tend to seize..

-Chuck

[STIdarkside]

The brace fits fine.. I installed one for Bataru.. however its a bitch since the bolts tend to seize..

-Chuck

These are the part numbers I found:
- Cusco Front Lower Bar = 658 477 A
- Cusco Rear Lower Bar = 658 476 A

[chuckthefuk]

rear fits... front is for turbo x-member

[STIdarkside]

I knew you weren't in the US yet, I should have asked when you plan on coming back to the states... I keep drooling everytime I see your parts list, it's amazing!

[peugoby]

Beautiful ride. Makes me really appreciate the 3rd generation Legacy.

[BigWillieStyles]

Did the Rev D turbo bonnet fit easily?

[Yamazaki]

Did the Rev D turbo bonnet fit easily?

Geez I hate that term. The D model is only the second revision of the BE/BH generation (it was revised twice)...... so I would think if you HAVE to use the term "revision", it'd be a "revision B" or "revision 2" if anything.

Anyway, If you have read the whole thread you will know that I do not have a car to put the parts on, But I fitted them on an A model car with no problems.

[bobbyjimmy]

Subaru called them Rev A, B, C, D and E, so why can't you?
I understand what you mean thou - "facelift" would be easier.

[Yamazaki]

Subaru called them Rev A, B, C, D and E, so why can't you?
I understand what you mean thou - "facelift" would be easier.

Japan never did.... That's why it says "Applied Model Code" next to the model code on your ID plate instead of "Revision".


EDIT: Can somebody show me where Subaru officially calls them that as I am having trouble finding it? I can't even find it in cars101.com

[chuckthefuk]

EDIT: Can somebody show me where Subaru officially calls them that as I am having trouble finding it? I can't even find it in cars101.com

I cant even read Japanese but Yamazaki you are correct...

Example 1) http://www.sti.jp list each Letter change as "タイプ" which is translated to "Type"
Example 2) http://www.sti.jp specifically list "適応車種記号" as "An adaptation car model symbol"

http://www.sti.jp/parts/bebh_legacy/readme.html (DO NOT USE GOOGLE TRANSLATOR its GARBAGE!)

So to sum this up.. Legacy BE Model D Rev #

Also to add the model changes stopped at D. No E.... BobbyJimmy your thinking of the BL/BP models which goes to F.
http://www.subaru.jp/accessory/versionu ... /type.html

-Chuck

[BigWillieStyles]

thanks mate. I am aware there were no changes for Rev A to C but the problem is probably due to a mis-understanding. For instance this kanji -> ? (k/gata) is used beside the letter which means style/type. I believe the same kanji is used to indicate 'revision' in other Subaru's. Therefore you have some confusion between revision and style. Its not really that important that people understand that there was two revisions IMO.

[chuckthefuk]

You clearly don't know Yamazaki !

And style / type have nothing to do with Revision. Style D / Type D are still somewhat a simile to Model D. Revision is similar to Change / Update

But hey I never did well in english class.

-Chuck

[BigWillieStyles]

You clearly don't know Yamazaki !

Whats this suppose to mean?

And style / type have nothing to do with Revision. Style D / Type D are still somewhat a simile to Model D. Revision is similar to Change / Update

yeah, thats what I was trying to say above. I guess I wasnt clear. Basically, the same kanji is used too represent model/revision/style/type, this means that there is widespread confusion as the Kanji is misleading.


Anymore pictures of the project?

[Yamazaki]

You clearly don't know Yamazaki !

Whats this suppose to mean?

And style / type have nothing to do with Revision. Style D / Type D are still somewhat a simile to Model D. Revision is similar to Change / Update

yeah, thats what I was trying to say above. I guess I wasnt clear. Basically, the same kanji is used too represent model/revision/style/type, this means that there is widespread confusion as the Kanji is misleading.

Anymore pictures of the project?

I do not have any more pictures until I have a car unfortunately.... I'm chomping at the bit to get this done, but as long as I'm here it's on hold...

What Chuck meant was that I speak/read Japanese. I explain all the terms and phrases here: https://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?10738

The kanji is not misleading if you can read it. That character you typed doesn't ever mean revision.

[Yamazaki]

Okay, so the parts collection isn't done. I forgot I still need swaybars (front and rear), rotors, pads, and an adapter for the rear brakes (and I'd still like to find a set of FHI 2pots for a decent price...).
Then there's whatever else I haven't though of that I would have to change on a US Outback to the Blitzen.

[STIdarkside]

Kartboy makes a big brake adapter bracket for the FHI 2 pots...
Are you trying to get all these parts in Japan, because Rallitek makes sway bars and rotors and pads can be purchased at easily here or in Japan I'm assuming...

I saw in your parts thread that you'll be doing requests again, how long are you delaying your move???

[Legacy89]

On the swaybars i can reckomend Whiteline, i have 20mm front w/solid links, 22mm rear w/sperichal links.
Made a world of difference on my ride.

[Yamazaki]

Kartboy makes a big brake adapter bracket for the FHI 2 pots...
Are you trying to get all these parts in Japan, because Rallitek makes sway bars and rotors and pads can be purchased at easily here or in Japan I'm assuming...

I saw in your parts thread that you'll be doing requests again, how long are you delaying your move???

I'm just getting stuff here because it's convenient. I'm getting some stuff through Reason too.

As for when I'm moving.... Don't know yet. I have delayed my departure so many times already. I found two cars that I really like that I'd buy one of now if I had a means of storing it... Then maybe I could start on the project early.

[Dead91silvia]

Yeah, Mr all I can do is bolt on bumpers! Riiiight.....

Looks like a big project! But worth it! Vary cool!

[Yamazaki]

Well, none of this is too in depth. It's basically replacing a bunch of body panels. Most of the guys I see on here are doing swaps and other more technical stuff. Or like you, practically building/rebuilding whole cars. This project is a far cry from all of that. The only thing special about this project is some of the parts.

[BigWillieStyles]

What happened to this project? Have you finished it?

[Yamazaki]

What happened to this project? Have you finished it?

Nope. I move to the US in February and will aquire a car then. After I have settled in and everything, this project will finally take off (i.e. actual work instead of just parts gathering)!

I still need a rear adapter plate for the 2pot brakes and I'd like to get a rear swaybar before I go, but I don't see that happening in time.

[98legwag]

Are you importing any of your sweet sweet rides?

[xoSubieLegacyxo]

Let me know where in MD you are moving. If I'm not too far away I would lend a hand!

[98legwag]

Let me know where in MD you are moving. If I'm not too far away I would lend a hand!

I am in MD too and can help if you need it.

[Yamazaki]

Thanks for the offer guys, but I actually don't even know yet where I will be living. I'll be staying with a friend until I find a place.