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    Koni Shock/Strut & Epic Engineering Spring Install

    in Walkthroughs :: Performance Modifications

    Posted · Edited by hellaGT

    HellaGT, the 5th gen does not have a bump stop on the upper arm like the 4th gen, use the one from the stock shock under the shock dust cover.

     

     

    I'll just use whatever I have on the OEM rear strut. Installed the koni/RCE springs on the front so now the car sits with a substantial rake! Finishing the rear struts tomorrow. Thanks for the info.

    Official 5th Generation Suspension Thread

    in Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - 2014 )

    Posted

    Hello,

     

    I am kinda new here with my 2014 Legacy 2.5i. While at work I saw on of the page that has the links to the sponsors for the Whiteline RSB, but couldn't find it now. Does anyone mind re-post the links or tell me which page the links were on? Thank you.

     

    Not sure what page you were on exactly and it has been about a month but click on the link "vendors" at the top or go to the vendor market place in the forums.

     

    As a 2.5i daily driver, I'm debating between the Eibach pro springs and RCE Blacks. Both seem like good springs and are very similar but the Eibach springs has a softer ride and a "progressive" design. I know I can't go wrong with either but can anyone explain the performance advantages with the Eibach progressive design? Just looking for a good reason to pick one over the other.

     

    I need an extra edge when going for a drive with my buddy's BRZ and Porsche 981 Boxter as the competition :lol:

    5th Gen - Tricks and tweaks

    in Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - 2014 )

    Posted

    I tested out what I previously said was happening and it's confirmed. The off chance that I have the clutch backed out an inch or so when buckling up will prevent the brake from releasing. I'll have my seatbelt on, let clutch out, and giving it some throttle; the parking brake stays on. It won't release until I push in the clutch pedal all the way then let it back out.

     

    Now that I know what was going on and that there are two clutch switches I'll most likely not have this problem since ill just be aware of the switch points. The switches could be set correctly or maybe not. Next time I get an oil change I'll mention it and demonstrate the issue to the dealer.

    5th Gen - Tricks and tweaks

    in Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - 2014 )

    Posted

    Thanks guys. I'm almost certain every time has some throttle in it though. It's just weird that I have the belt on and letting the clutch out with some throttle when it still wont release... I just need it to sense the clutch and throttle and off I go.

     

    Here's the thing... it seems like the clutch sensor is triggered with the pedal slammed to the floor, I need to do this in order for the engine to start as well. When getting in the car, I push the clutch in to start it, put my seat belt on, and start letting the clutch out while giving it some gas pedal respectively when I notice the brake not releasing. I'll slam the clutch pedal back to the floor and try again, then it works.

     

    I think the problem is in the "clutch sensing" part. What's probably happening is the clutch pedal slips back passed the sensor after starting the car and before clicking the seat belt in. If the belt is on and I push the clutch in the brake releases fine when letting it back out. The clutch is in but just not far enough when the seat belt is sensed.

     

    This really isn't a big deal and I can re-arrange my car starting habits or find a way to auto release the brake without the seatbelt sensor. I'm going to test what I said above later but I think that's what's going on.

     

    Maybe you have to push the clutch in and out 20 times in 30 seconds while clicking in and out the seat belt or some weird sequence like the seatbelt chime elimination... :lol:

    Parts from other models/years that fit our 5th gen.

    in Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - 2014 )

    Posted

    Yes. I used to run a GDB STi exhaust on a GF wagon with EJ253 swap. It was quite a bit louder than on the donor car. Sounded good, not raspy or anything, but louder than the STi.

     

    I've seen a few GH8 CBEs on 5dr 2.5i Imprezas. The owners say they are louder than stock.

     

    The turbine does a really good job of chopping up sound waves and because of that, the muffler can be less restrictive.

     

    Thanks, I wouldn't mind a bit louder. Just not as loud as most of the aftermarket exhaust set ups so this sounds like what I'm looking for anyway.

    Parts from other models/years that fit our 5th gen.

    in Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - 2014 )

    Posted

    STI hangers are definitely different. WRX Sedan mufflers have hangers that are close to the same as the 2010 Legacies. They are not perfect, but they can be, ah, massaged to fit. STI mufflers, I imagine you need to re-do the hangers at a hanger shop, and I'm not sure that the flanges are the correct orientation.

     

    Regards,

     

    Paul Hansen

    http://www.avoturboworld.com

    http://www.facebook.com/avoturboworld

     

    Back to the 08+ WRX exhaust fitment on the 5th gen legacy real quick. I have a 2.5i and one of the many who like the dual exhaust look and someone on Craigslist is selling their OEM 08-10 WRX catback for cheap and wanted to clarify what fits.

     

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    I know that muffler hangers will need to be welded to the passenger side and that the legacy is a longer car than the WRX but can I use the entire cat-back? I suppose you could salvage the Y-pipe to fit my mid-pipe and bolt the wrx axle-back to it. There doesn't seem to be a flange connecting the wrx mid-pipe to the wrx Y-pipe for an easy swap onto mine. What do you think? If anyone has a thread for this exact swap let me know since I couldn't find one.

    Official Graphite Grey Metallic Thread (2010)

    in Legacy Photos (2010 - 2014)

    Posted

    Just brought her home last week. 6-speed, premium, heated seats, moonroof, and tint. I need/want foglights, dual exhaust, spoiler, HIDs, and bigger wheels in the future. Fog lights are probably next.

     

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