easton

Thanks to this thread, I successfully completed this service, and replaced my clutch. I pulled the tranny to do the work, and it went very smoothly. 105,000 miles and the car is driving like new again.

Impatient,

 

I think you will be disappointed with that setup, it will probably be a bit bouncy. Get the LGT stock wagon springs and a set of Bilsteins. It really is perfect. I've been driving on that setup for about three weeks now and I am pissed that I didn't do it sooner. 1/2" spacer in the back and the car is perfectly level and an absolute joy to drive. It really does drive like a 3 series now.

Where are the afters???????? Don't Tease.

I've got 245/45/18s and have been wondering the same thing.

Just got quote back from HKC, $1885 shipped to them, then add UPS to get it here.

I've got an email in to HKC-Speed, I can't take it anymore. I'm finally taking the plunge and fixing this crappy suspension properly. I want to adjust my alignment at the same time so I stop wearing out the edges of my tires.

dammm

 

There is another option for a groupbuy I think.

 

http://www.rhdjapan.com/bilstein-bts-coilover-suspension-bp9-subaru-legacy-outback-2-5i-55610

 

Nice Find! Group buy built in!

KYB = Keep Your Bilsteins

Any updates on this? Do we need to get a commitment list started. If so, add me to it.

I'd rather spend 1700 for a properly engineered and reliable setup like this, than drop 1200 on the other garbage alternatives that seem to wear out very quickly. I've had Bilstein setups on two other cars and the results have been tremendous.

*cough cough*

I'm in!

I looked up shipping on UPS, they want about $400 for a package that I estimated to be 25 kilograms. I think the real benefit of a group buy would be to get enough packages together, then have them sent to the west coast on a boat, then ground or air to the various cities here stateside.

Looks like I'm going to need a set of yellow powdercoated Brembo brake calipers!

I am planning on performing this upgrade, but I would like to do a bit more as long as I've got the suspension apart. I would like to replace the rubber suspension bits and sway bars at the same time. Here is what I think I should do, please advise if I am going to make a mistake:

 

Camber Bolts

Upgraded Sways & Support (prob Rallitek, they are here, but I am open)

Lower control arm bushing - what other bushings should I be considering?

 

I would assume that I want to replace transmission and motor mounts at the same time?

 

I've been on here since 2004, lurking, lurking, lurking. Now its time to pull the trigger on the next step of mods.

 

Unclemat, if you are reading this, I would really appreciate your input!

If you're buying 2.5i and NOT a 2.5 GT, you're all set and have no need of this mod. You can just buy a dash kit and install the aftermarket deck of your choice. Your model does not have automatic climate controls, instead it has manual controls.

 

Not true. He said he has a Limited, same HVAC as GT/XT.

Bump For a killer concept. Any news on this?

Thank you.

If you want the connector to come out of the housing without much fuss, here is what you do:

 

Look into the housing with a flashlight. You will see a tab protruding from the metal connector, This tab is there to hold the connector inside the housing when the two housings are pushed together. Use a jewelers flathead screwdriver to push down the tab and then pull the wire from the back side. It should slide out with very little fuss. If you bent the tab in this process, remember to bend it back into place so when you put it back together later, it will stay in the housing. Now, get a piece of 1/8" heatshrink tubing and put it over the connector, shrink the tube with a heat gun so that it doesn't short out against something else. If you don't have a heat gun, use one of those high powered butane crack torches. Electrical tape is for newbs. The idea mentioned above of marking the location with a sharpie was excellent.