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lol, the car came with the screws. I have the proper screws on their way from Fred Beans right now. That blue wire is actually the Denso O2 sensor. What I'm actually wondering about is the kink in the black intake hose closer to the front of the car, before it connects into the blue Perrin hose (turbo inlet hose?).

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/12/9e006115b1b5e3df12317cba92a4fd4e.jpg How does this look to you guys?

Replaced the timing belt, idlers and did a coolant flush last week - biggest job performed thus far. Everything worked out ok but the car did stall a couple times due to a low idle. The problem seems to have gone away, but I wonder whether it has to do with my AVO hose that goes from the intake to turbo. It doesn't look very smooth for the airflow. Also, I was unable to get my Gates A/C-P/S belt on (K050344). The Perrin LWCP is supposed to be stock sized. Does anyone have any experience with this?

I have a 6mt swap performed by a previous owner and the shifter is off-center. Is there a shortcut to replacing the shifter rod and stay without removing the transmission?

Thanks guys. I just sprayed it down with Bel Ray 6-in-1 which helped to eliminate some of the bushing noise, but there's still some present when there's more suspension travel at higher speeds. Looks like I'm going to have to find access to a press to really get to the insides of them.

I snapped this pic of what I believe is my LCA bushing - is it supposed to look like that? These are SuperPro's will probably switch them out for Whitelines if they need replacing.

My car is up at Ultimate Collision Center to have it's windshield replaced. I'm insured through GEICO and I wanted OEM glass. They said that I would have to pay the difference b/w that and aftermarket glass of $213. I accepted, as it's still not much out-of-pocket, but I wonder has anyone gotten OEM glass completely on their insurance company's dime?

You're right, it's an FX300, I didn't remember correctly. I don't have much to compare it to since I've never driven a stock 5mt or 6mt for that matter, but driveline noise is noticeable in 1st and 2nd gears. It actually reminds me of driveline noise you might hear in the cabin of some WRC videos. I might think of switching to a SMFW too but that's probably still a long ways away. After further observation it seems that my clutch isn't getting any worse. When I do I think I will consider a Spec 2+ or Southbend. You seem to be the lone cheerleader for the Spec 2+ on this forum . Are you going to WBM? Thinking about going but it's also gonna be my 30th birthday that weekend and I plan on melting my face off. Let me know if you ever need a hand tooling on your car, you're a bit a ways but I need some more experience under my belt.

Hit up my control arm and sway bar bushings with some [ame=http://www.amazon.com/BEL-RAY-PENETRATING-AEROSOL-Manufacturer-99020-A400W-AD/dp/B008Y20DK8/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1427930835&sr=1-1&keywords=bel+ray+6+in+1]Bel-Ray 6 in 1 Spray[/ame] today and it took care of all the squeaking I had been hearing. The control arm bushing removal process seemed daunting without having access to a press so I figured spending $12 wouldn't hurt. Glad I did as it took care of the problem. I went with the spray over the grease because it's less viscous and better able to penetrate.

Oh? Fred Beans had it for $120. Either way, the OEM is just a repackaged Denso which is what I got.

Thanks. I'm going to change out the AFR sensor as soon as it dries up down here. I was able to pick it up for about $90 shipped from Advance Auto Parts after the discount code. I think the guy in the YouTube video above uses the timing belt tool too.

Thanks! I have to thank bsax and atwood for building and taking care of her. Atwood is overseas now but I've actually been able to get in touch with him and he illuminated me on what he was trying to accomplish with this car. I don't think he'll mind me sharing:

Thanks, @nightmaresmk. Are you in Upstate NY? Timing Belt Clutch Replacement O2 Sensor So, even though the car only has 85,500 miles, it's 11 years old now and it's probably a good idea to change the timing belt. I heard a lot of whining coming from the engine bay over the winter on startup when I was in steering lock. That's a separate belt but it got me thinking about changing all of them. I found an awesome video on head gasket replacement that includes timing belt replacement that was very helpful: [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddFsFfiyOvg]Subaru Cylinder Head Installation - YouTube[/ame] I think that should be an easy enough first project. I should add that I don't really have any experience working on cars except working at a garage over one summer changing oil and rotating tires. A much bigger undertaking would actually be changing the clutch, which I've just started thinking about. I was driving on Monday when I mis-shifted to 2nd instead of 4th, whiplashing my head forward. Luckily I was not hit from behind though my tires emitted a chirp. Beginning on Tuesday the Clutch Master FX350 felt less on/off, more forgiving, and much less chatter. All good things in a clutch I think, but in this case it means the clutch isn't functioning as it's supposed to. Two threads I've found on clutch replacement are here: DIY Clutch Replacement Video Day 1 of Clutch Replacement I'm on the fence about undertaking a project this big, as I've read that it's taken some over 20 hours to complete. Also, I don't have a garage though I do have access to a secluded driveway. Lastly, I threw codes P0031 and P1578 when I was going WOT a few weeks ago. After clearing them only P0031 has returned, which is supposed to mean my front O2 sensor needs to be replaced. The Perrin ELH came with this car and I dug up a thread about how the bung orientation on the header was problematic. I'm wondering what to do about this. Lastly, I've created a Google spreadsheet of all the stuff I want to undertake with this car (link). Commenting is enabled to all advice is welcome - check out all the tabs.

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Maintenance, To-do, and Wish List Logs (link) I've been a member of this forum since 2004 when I was purchased my first '05 BSM 5EAT Wagon for college. For the six years I had Bessie all I did was install a lightweight pulley, Swift springs, and a Swift RSB. Bessie was sold soon after I moved to Chicago for a fellowship along with her Prodrive P1's . My main purpose for this thread is to catalog the history of this car and gather advice on DIY fixes/maintenance. There's a ton of wisdom on this forum and I'm very grateful for this resoure. Background Fast forward to winter of 2014, I returned to New York and was in the market for a new car. I wanted a sporty AWD wagon that came in stick shift. I would have waited for the Levorg but it seemed uncertain whether it hit our shores and other wagons were either unappealing or exceeded my budget by a decade worth of career advancement. The idea of owning a modified car always appealed to me but I knew that I could never justify the expense. However, if someone else decided to put their money into modifying a car and then decided to sell it, the prospect suddenly seemed more viable. I began browsing the classifieds on this forum before I finally settled on bsax14's listing (original FS thread). This car was originally owned by Atwood, so it's a forum car through and through. Purchasing Bessie II involved flying out to NorCal and driving her back across the country, so I timed it to coincide with a reunion I had in Las Vegas. I put over 4,000 miles on her over the course of the 2 1/2 week trip and it was a great way to familiarize myself with her. On day one of ownership I took her through the Redwood Highway and day two was the Pacific Coast Highway. After Las Vegas I drove through S. Utah, visiting Zion, Monument Valley, Moab, and Arches before I headed to Denver. Denver was followed by Des Moines, IA, a weekend spent at old stomping grounds in Chicago, and finally a straight drive back to NY. The name Bessie comes from an inkling that the name belongs to a cow which I think is fitting for a wagon. Since she's black maybe I should take the next step and paint some white spots on her. Goals Preserve normal operation Preventative maintenance Perform work independently Even though there's value in buying a pre-modified car the fact remains that it's 10+ years old with all the issues that accompany that age. It doesn't make sense to purchase a car for the purpose of "value" then spend large amounts on upkeep. For that reason, I would like to perform as much of the maintenance myself as long as it makes financial sense. As it is, the car has more power than I know what to do with so I'm leaving her as she stands. I'm not too concerned about the cosmetics of Bessie II until I have enough disposable funds for a full repaint (the matte paint isn't holding up well). Also, I have very little experience tooling on cars so this will all be a learning experience for me. Mod List (updated 09/27/23) Engine IAG Stage 2 Tuff Short Block JMP VF52 Turbo Perrin Top mount Intercooler HKS Airbox to Turbo Inlet Duct '02-'05 WRX Top Feed TGV Conversion Injector Dynamics ID1050x AVO 340LPH Fuel pump GSC Power-Power Division Single Valve Spring IAG V3 AOS NGK iridium Spark Plugs (1 step colder) Fluidampr Pulley HKS Racing Timing Belt Cobb V3 Accessport (Vinny Ten Racing Tunes) Cooling and Lubrication Koyo aluminum racing Radiator COBB Radiator shroud PTP Turbo Blanket GetaDomTune Cylinder 4 Cooler Killer B v2 Oil Pan Killer B Windage Tray Killer B Oil Pickup Autobahn88 Silicone Hoses (complete) Subaru 400w Block Heater Rallitek Aluminum underpan Exhaust Killer B Holy Headers (Swaintech Coated) Cobb Inconel Uppipe Grimmspeed v2 GESI Downpipe (Swaintech Coated) HKS Helmholtz Resonator Midpipe HKS ES Premium Mufflers Transmission/Drivetrain 2008 STI 6 Speed Transmission DCCD Pro controller South Bend Stage II Clutch South Bend Flywheel (Dynamically Balanced) Cobb 6MT Short Shifter Motul tranny fluid WRX rear differential Spec B Transmission Mount Wheels/Suspension/Brakes Prodrive GC-010e 17" x 7.5JJ Wheels Mcgard Black Spline Lug Nuts Ohlins Road & Track Coilovers Brembo Brake Conversion (powdercoated black) Centric Rotors Thicker ebrake shoes for Brembo conv. SST brake lines (Smoke color) Swift F/R sway bars AVO Chassis brace kit (F&R) AVO Sway Bar End Links (F&R) Perrin Rear Sway bar bracket Hawk Ceramic Brake Pads Complete Whiteline Control Arm Bushings (F+R) Whiteline KTA124 Control Arms Spec B. Aluminum F/R U/L Control Arms Exterior JDM Spec. B Front bumper conversion JDM Spec. B Rear Bumper conversion JDM Spec. B Optional Sideskirts JDM S402 Front Grill JDM Waist Spoiler/Garnish Ichiban Engineering Clear Timing Cover Mud Flaps Blitzen Roof Spoiler Interior STI Turbo/Oil pressure/temperature gages Spec B. Shift Knob Redline Leather Shift Boot Kit Kenwood DNR876s CocoMats STI Pedal Set Recaro Style XL Driver Seat Odyssey ODP-AGM35 Battery Rexonix Sound Deadening Rockwool insulation in body cavities Thanks for following!

I believe this is the post people are talking about: http://legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1568782&postcount=145

I bought the car with the tranny already swapped in.

I looked at this post and saw that Impreza linkages are a bit shorter and can cause neutral to be slightly off center. I do city driving in NYC and have looked for gears on more than one occasion, I would like to get the shifter as cleaned up as possible. Thanks!

I picked up an '05 LGT that has an '08 STi tranny swapped in. I didn't perform the swap so there's a lot of stuff I don't know. If I want to swap out the SPT STS that came with it, should I be looking at STS's that are compatible with the '08 STi? Spec B? As a side note, I suspect the shift linkage in the car is also from an '08 STi and I plan on swapping it out for Spec B linkage.

I've mentioned this in the Tri-State regional forum, but has anyone taken preventative measures for rust on the undercarriage? I just picked up an '05 and will be getting Fluid-Film applied in the near term. Let me put this question out there - how are your cars' undercarriages holding up? Any rusting there or in the fenders?

Where do you live that it gets to be -20? C or F?

Is there a case number we can refer to so we can have this issue fixed?

where do you live? If you're really interested I might be willing to mail them in the future, when the weather warms up enough to work on the car again.

Are there pics of the fully chromse headlights? I wonder if theres a way 05 canget that mod.

Theres some sort of sound-deadening paint out there too.