The Subaru thread
02-06-2009, 01:54 AM
#122
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^ looks like you could use some, lol.
02-06-2009, 04:08 PM
#123
Someday, an RS6 Avant+
Smile per Mile is here
3.0R spec B seems to clear out my concerns, except price. But who cares, bring it in at under $30,000 and it is a keeper. I thought my next car would be the awd tl 6mt, but the baru should be so much cheaper. This cheapness is what landed me in the tsx.
I know the tl is not comparable to the subi, just want the perfect blend of happiness/cost per mile...
I know the tl is not comparable to the subi, just want the perfect blend of happiness/cost per mile...
With the SpecB look, the first thing is the JDM front bumper. That really sets it off because it has a short overhang, and the grill choices are pretty good.
Then comes the suspension, then wheels. That's really about it.
Here's an ad for one in NJ...
3.0 R Link
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02-06-2009, 04:34 PM
#124
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I see, you are in another country. The enthusiast love here in the US is for the 2.5 turbo. Back when I was looking to buy, was offered a red GT (no L) with an AT for $15,000. They could not move those red cars at any price - What a bargain! But I wanted a silver car with MT...
I don't know who's paint is worse, tsx or subi?
I don't know who's paint is worse, tsx or subi?
02-07-2009, 11:57 PM
#125
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Well, if you want the 6MT, then a spec B GT is the way to go. If you're getting an auto, then the 5EAT is very good in either the 3.0 R or the GT. I just think, given the same HP, that the 3.0 is very smooth throughout the torque band.
02-13-2009, 05:19 PM
#126
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More Pics for the masses, 4 anyway
Had the car out and about, so I took some pics. One at the beach (not tough to do on a small island), and an early morning shot.
02-21-2009, 01:26 PM
#127
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^ nice.
Here are a few i took yesterday
Here are a few i took yesterday
02-21-2009, 09:55 PM
#129
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Halloween....
02-23-2009, 12:28 PM
#130
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spooky.
My wheels are actually powdercoated, ftw!
I may have some new summer wheels this year, just depends on finances and being able to find what I want at the right price. I'm going lightweight + wide or bust!
My wheels are actually powdercoated, ftw!
I may have some new summer wheels this year, just depends on finances and being able to find what I want at the right price. I'm going lightweight + wide or bust!
02-24-2009, 09:37 PM
#132
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I don't think a high offset on a short wheelbase car would perform well, at least not for road use. Drifting makes sense 
02-24-2009, 09:53 PM
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Definitely looks more oriented towards aesthetic pleasure rather than performance.
Although it does look sweet. The whole low offset thing on Subie's lately has gotten me hooked.
But.. kinda off topic but did you guys here that they're going to offer the STi in auto?
Although it does look sweet. The whole low offset thing on Subie's lately has gotten me hooked.
But.. kinda off topic but did you guys here that they're going to offer the STi in auto?
02-25-2009, 07:35 PM
#134
^^^dayum that looks hot. I wouldn't personally do it but it looks good!
02-25-2009, 10:14 PM
#135
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this one looks better, IMO. 18x9.5's. I think it's kinda cool but I probably wouldn't do it either. You have to really work over your fenders to make them fit. I would like to have 8.5" wheels next, but the ones I want only come in 8".
02-28-2009, 02:51 PM
#137
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I guess its a matter of taste. I prefer to get rid of the gap, and bring the car down to a ride height that won't hit the stops. I also wouldn't want a wheel that sticks out too much. IMO
03-01-2009, 07:32 PM
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what happened?
03-02-2009, 04:45 AM
#141
Drifting
dropped it off at the shop 2 weeks ago. ripping apart the motor, doing a full build. cosworth internals, 1100cc injectors, sti heads/intake manifold setup, full race GT35R turbo, full race twin scroll manifold, front mount, and also getting the 6speed specB trans built.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
03-02-2009, 10:14 AM
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My first Avatar....
dropped it off at the shop 2 weeks ago. ripping apart the motor, doing a full build. cosworth internals, 1100cc injectors, sti heads/intake manifold setup, full race GT35R turbo, full race twin scroll manifold, front mount, and also getting the 6speed specB trans built.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
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03-02-2009, 12:45 PM
#145
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dropped it off at the shop 2 weeks ago. ripping apart the motor, doing a full build. cosworth internals, 1100cc injectors, sti heads/intake manifold setup, full race GT35R turbo, full race twin scroll manifold, front mount, and also getting the 6speed specB trans built.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
Did you break something or just decided it's time for big power?
03-02-2009, 12:54 PM
#146
where is....
dropped it off at the shop 2 weeks ago. ripping apart the motor, doing a full build. cosworth internals, 1100cc injectors, sti heads/intake manifold setup, full race GT35R turbo, full race twin scroll manifold, front mount, and also getting the 6speed specB trans built.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
gt35r
03-02-2009, 03:32 PM
#147
dropped it off at the shop 2 weeks ago. ripping apart the motor, doing a full build. cosworth internals, 1100cc injectors, sti heads/intake manifold setup, full race GT35R turbo, full race twin scroll manifold, front mount, and also getting the 6speed specB trans built.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
500wheelhp here i come
but i wont be seeing my car for a while.... stuck with the mdx til then.
03-02-2009, 07:35 PM
#148
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something to look forward to... This is from a rotated GT35R Leggy with a full built block and Cosworth bits.
This is low boost pump gas tune (Cali 91 octane piss water). You guys probably have better fuel in Jersey, right?
This is low boost pump gas tune (Cali 91 octane piss water). You guys probably have better fuel in Jersey, right?
03-03-2009, 11:33 AM
#150
Drifting
yes. aquamist.
03-03-2009, 11:37 AM
#151
Drifting
Dont want to spoil anything yet, but i'll have pics of the motor soon. I need to keep a journal going of the build.
I didn't hit the lotto, but business is finally starting to pick up. I actually saved up a lot of money last year and was scared to spend it because of the way the market was going, but I guess i was over paranoid from seeing all the other businesses going down. It doesnt hurt to splurge at the moment so I might as well go all out!
03-03-2009, 03:38 PM
#152
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03-03-2009, 03:39 PM
#153
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yeah. we have 93 octane everywhere and some select sunoco's have 94 Ultra. Also, the sunocos with 94 octane also have 100 octance race gas. At only 6bucks a gallon, its definitely worth it too. I'll be getting a 100 octane race map when i get tuned from MSPT. I can't wait til the build is finish.
Dont want to spoil anything yet, but i'll have pics of the motor soon. I need to keep a journal going of the build.
I didn't hit the lotto, but business is finally starting to pick up. I actually saved up a lot of money last year and was scared to spend it because of the way the market was going, but I guess i was over paranoid from seeing all the other businesses going down. It doesnt hurt to splurge at the moment so I might as well go all out!
Dont want to spoil anything yet, but i'll have pics of the motor soon. I need to keep a journal going of the build.
I didn't hit the lotto, but business is finally starting to pick up. I actually saved up a lot of money last year and was scared to spend it because of the way the market was going, but I guess i was over paranoid from seeing all the other businesses going down. It doesnt hurt to splurge at the moment so I might as well go all out!
Nice...Pics are required here...... Once you get it back.
03-08-2009, 10:14 PM
#154
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some gratuitous snow pictures from today
Om Nom Nom Nom?
Om Nom Nom Nom?
03-15-2009, 07:41 PM
#157
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it was 
actually got a bike ride in the other day and snapped this after the clean up.
actually got a bike ride in the other day and snapped this after the clean up.
03-15-2009, 08:42 PM
#158
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Nice!
03-16-2009, 06:12 AM
#159
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Matt, you're the bomb. The snow pics are very cool. All I can do is some beach stuff, and if I get stuck I don't get a tow but washed out to sea. 
I do like how everything behind the Leggy is clean and sterile. It looks ready for a street fight.
I do like how everything behind the Leggy is clean and sterile. It looks ready for a street fight.
04-12-2009, 01:20 PM
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Thanks Man!
this thread needs a bump.
this thread needs a bump.