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Does it provide much flex/articulation? Seems it might be too stiff for a lot.

Plenty. Stock was way too soft for my liking. Being taller and wider it puts more force on the springs when you send it into a corner. There's more of a moment acting on them, so they go through their travel. Driving into a corner really hard I can make the front tire touch the fender. Still need to get a video of this.

Love it!

We'll see if I stick with stock ride height or not. Unfortunately there is a lot less reason for the higher ride height in the summer.

You find ways to enjoy it in the summer. I really enjoy the setup, but I would also like the flexibility of lowering the car for a track day. I think it's safe to say there will be some future development here.

Not too often you see something like this! Any interest in RallyX?

Yes and no.. I've participated in a few winter road rallys and I've done some ice time trials. I feel like those types of driving aren't so harsh on the car like RallyX. There is an Ice time trial Gymkhana style event this weekend I'm entering... so that's probably as close as I will get with this car.

Hi all,

Here it is my lifted 2009 Legacy Gt spec B. Please read the thread before asking questions.

Front Suspension:

Stock Bilstein strut

Rallitek raised springs (higher spring rate)

Whiteline camber adjustable upper strut mount

Pros: Stiffer ride better handling and more clearance.

Cons: The spec B. spring seats are a different height than the stock Legacy GT spring seats. So these springs aren't really designed for the struts which is why I ended up with about 3" lift up front. Also the Whiteline upper strut mounts weren't a direct fit either. I had to put a spacer washer on top of the strut post to prevent the bearing from binding when everything was tightened down. When I hit a large bump and the suspension compresses it has the capability of rebounding so hard the strut extends fully and hits the stop.... BANG. It sounds horrible, but happens rather infrequently, and hasn't caused any leaks yet.

Rear suspension:

Stock Bilstein strut

Rallitek raised springs (higher spring rate)

New stock upper mounts

Two 1/2" spacers stacked between the strut mount and the chassis

Pros: Significantly less over steer than stock and no more saggy butt. The rears fit much better than the fronts. I'm not aware of any differences in the spring seats on these struts. Because of this I don't have the problem where the strut tops out on the rebound.

Cons: The rear control arm touches my exhaust because it extends so far down, but camber isn't really an issue.

Please note: I bought this car to drive and enjoy. It's not a garage queen it's a tool.. and I use it.

Wheels:

Summer:

Powder coated stock spec B. alloys dark bronze metallic

Michelin Pilot Super Sports 225/50/18 ET 35

20mm spacers front and rear

Not rolled or pulled, yes they rub in the front when I turn the wheel more that 180 degrees and when they dip into the fender in the rear they rub.

Winter:

Bronze Method Rally Wheels

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 215/50/17 ET 35

No rubbing.

By now you're probably wondering what I tow..

Towing:

All suspension modifications started with starting a small lawn mowing service to kill some time and get that side hustle.

Things I've towed:

Max weight ~2500 lbs (not often or with pleasure)

5x10 wood deck Tractor Supply trailer ~1000lbs as equipped

Jetski

Snowmobile

Dirtbike

Now I realize its not a truck, so I bought a TDI Jetta... which is much more of a truck and my daily beater / tow rig.

Other mods:

FMS catback

Megan 3" Catless DP

Open source

That's all for now.. thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed my thread.

Disclaimer: I'm not an expert on anything.. I'm just a dummy with a wrench. Cheers!!

 

Yes.

Picture doesnt work.

Hmm, pictures are always hit and miss with me.

Side question. Would you consider selling me the model for the dual mount for personal use?

Yes.

I'm either ready to buy one or try and print one.

I just ordered my AEM AFR/Boost combo, so I just need the single.

I've got some models of my AP V2 vent mount that I'd be willing to share with the community.

I measure stuff all the time using a Romer arm and contact probe at work... there's no reason to edit whatever you measure because in essence, even with a scanner, you're just measuring points on a surface. If you edit what you measure, how do you know what you started with?

If I try and print the scan and it doesn't fit the car, then I'll need to edit the model. It sounds like you guys scan something and then build a model to match it. That makes a lot of sense to me.

 

He's the one who pm'd me asking them to model/scan them for him but never ended up sending them.

 

You're speaking about this link? http://legacygt.com/forums/showthrea....html?t=164272

What do you mean he asked you to scan them but he never sent them? Did he want you to scan the clips off the back of the USDM reflectors?

I'm not really sure how I'm going to begin, I'll probably just measure them up and do a few test prints to tune them in. I don't know much about scanning, but I'm under the impression that you cant easily edit the file you get. I'd rather have a fully defined model that I can tweak.

P.S I just ordered the dual extruder upgrade for our Airwolf HDx. I've got 4 lbs of HIPS, 4 lbs of ABS, and 2 gallons of d-Limonene on the way. What is in your chemical bath, and how often do you change the liquid?

Has anyone tried making a replica of the JDM rear bumper vents that replace the reflectors for the 08-09 LGTs? I know theres a thread somewhere on here but i figured i would see if anyone has attemped it.

I'm going to be digging into this soon. I think there is enough demand for direct fit vents to build some.

 

I usually print at .2mm thickness. It's a much more consistent finish and the prints are more reliable.

Hi all,

I'm happy to have stumbled upon this thread! I'm a mechanical design engineer with sufficient experience in solid modeling and 3D printing. The pictures above are a mount I designed and printed using ABS filament for my v2 AP. It's a must have if you don't already have a mount. I've been selling them for $15 shipped if anyone's interested. Please add me as a designer and a printer. I have access to a Airwolf HDx.