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    chuckthefuk - 97 BDGT/Track | Sept 13' - Rollcage is DONE !!

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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    reserved for next post after OP max character limit.

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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    A little bit of elbow grease and you're good to go!

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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    Just wondering if its got a 2.50" exhaust why are you going to a 2.25? I'm thinking of doing exhaust on my car and was going to go with 2.50 is there something wrong with that?
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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    Quote Originally Posted by 02_Legacy
    Just wondering if its got a 2.50" exhaust why are you going to a 2.25? I'm thinking of doing exhaust on my car and was going to go with 2.50 is there something wrong with that?
    2.5" produced less back pressure and causes lag during low rpm acceleration. I found that 2.25" is the sweet spot at least in my configuration.

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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    Quote Originally Posted by chuckthefuk
    Quote Originally Posted by 02_Legacy
    Just wondering if its got a 2.50" exhaust why are you going to a 2.25? I'm thinking of doing exhaust on my car and was going to go with 2.50 is there something wrong with that?
    2.5" produced less back pressure and causes lag during low rpm acceleration. I found that 2.25" is the sweet spot at least in my configuration.
    i can agree with you on that, do you plan on doing anything to get the torque back in the low end of the powerband? I find that it would be more effective to go with a supercharger if you plan to do forced induction or go hybrid with the CAI and keep the snorkle so you don't lose the torque
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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    Quote Originally Posted by evolegacy
    i can agree with you on that, do you plan on doing anything to get the torque back in the low end of the powerband? I find that it would be more effective to go with a supercharger if you plan to do forced induction or go hybrid with the CAI and keep the snorkle so you don't lose the torque
    no plans really since all the engine stuff is temporary, I never did feel the difference between snorkle/snorkless. I plan on doing a few events with the EJ25D then swap a JDM Ej205 head w/ a JDM EJ208 bottom end. And the transmission I plan on using is undetermined at the moment.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    Looking forward to it chuck!
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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    Quote Originally Posted by chuckthefuk
    no plans really since all the engine stuff is temporary, I never did feel the difference between snorkle/snorkless. I plan on doing a few events with the EJ25D then swap a JDM Ej205 head w/ a JDM EJ208 bottom end. And the transmission I plan on using is undetermined at the moment.
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    I never tried the snorkle idea I only heard the possibilities from doing it, so figured i'd ask. what would the benefits be from using the 205 heads on a 208?
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    Re: chuckthefuk - Satin Black 97' BD6 GT (Track Car)

    204/205 blocks are known for breaking. 204/205 heads are better flowing the 206/207/208 heads. The 208 bottom end is much stronger then the previous generations. I am only choosing this combination since this is a known fact on the inter-webs and my buddy with a GC8 just went through this nightmare.


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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* GD flares....

    *update* end of first post.. GD flares and gut n' strip.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* GD flares....

    There's a old member(s) here that did the same impreza flare. It does look good if done right. Hardest part is getting everything line up. I would like to see the final results

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* GD flares....

    Ya I'v seen that thread. He actually lived 20 minutes away from me. I am still debating going with a 1 - 1/2" gap between the original fender and the gd fender, this would create a fender vent from behind similar to widebody fenders.. OR just mount them flush by using just the flare and not the GD wheel arch.

    Hmmmm.. I'll decide this weekend when i mock up the other side and restock some cutting discs.

    My biggest concern is wheel fitment after this fender upgrade.. I am running 205/55/R16's now... I know I can fit 225's no problem with some rolling of the fender lip and the right alignment..

    Any suggestions?

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* GD flares....

    Just don't get sidetracked with other projects/Miatas/Cameros/STIs....and everybody will love you.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* GD flares....

    Quote Originally Posted by MoclovFlop
    Just don't get sidetracked with other projects/Miatas/Cameros/STIs....and everybody will love you.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    more GD flare goodness.. check 1st post

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    I like you better already.

    Looks good.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    brb, wiping the drool off my keyboard when I saw this.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    That's pretty cool

    Any plans for the rear?

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    not sure yet... my options are:
    1) GD STi rear quarter cut outs and door cut outs
    2) GD STi widebody fiberglass add-ons
    3) GC 22b rear quarter replica (similar to xXGTBspecXx wagon)
    4) SF Forester rear quarter cut outs and door cut outs

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* GD flares....

    Quote Originally Posted by MoclovFlop
    Just don't get sidetracked with other projects/Miatas/Cameros/STIs....and everybody will love you.

    oh he went there


    looks great so far, cant wait to see what you do with the rears

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    Those GD flares look HOT. If I ever find a WRX in the yard...
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD6 GT (Track) *update* Nov/6/09

    Quote Originally Posted by chaksq
    Those GD flares look HOT. If I ever find a WRX in the yard...
    2.5RS / WRX / STi all have the same flares. Although the rear flares are larger on the sti
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Dec/28/09.. :-

    Where to start... Good new... or bad news.......... Good news it is!

    Good news:
    -Sold my EJ25D for $400-ish.
    -Sourcing out a chargespeed (replica or original) rear quarters and doors
    -removed most of the insulation and interior paint.
    -prepping for seam welding and bracing with gussets.
    -debating going with a weld in cage from http://www.customcages.co.uk (local dealer can offer there product line up) http://www.customcages.co.uk/Rollcage/M ... rer=Subaru
    or going with a custom cage made by a local shop. I have no real purpose for this car so certified cages are not my concern.
    -Priced out carbon/kevlar single racing seat, harness, fire suppression system, and fuel cell.


    Bad news:
    -My father passed away in his sleep on Nov 21st 2009 @ age 58 from cardiac arrest.
    -I am forced to sell my fathers body shop, since I can not become a full time body tech currently.
    -I have lost the ability to work on my car in the winter.
    -I have lost most of my ambition/motivation to complete the chassis prep this year/winter.


    Please do not send your condolences.. I've had a month + of people reminding me.... I appreciate the thought, but lets just keep it strictly legacy in this thread.

    From the bitter north.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Mar/13/10.. :-

    Check 1st post ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Mar/13/10.. :-

    That should look really good!
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Mar/13/10.. :-


    trim the fat and get to the good stuff.. all while keeping it simple. I like. You're definitely off on the right foot and running.
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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Mar/29/10.. Oh



    End of Original Post. Looky-Looky!

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Mar/29/10.. Oh

    Looking great nice that you update the first post alot with all the new stuff. Cant wait to see more.
    Keep up the good job chuck..

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    Re: chuckthefuk - 97' BD9 GT (Track) *update* Mar/29/10.. Oh

    Now this is a member's ride thread!

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