crisjp3 Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 You Sir! Are my idol haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 That is so badass we need a new word for badass. Please please please change the logos on the covers to 'GTFO'. Please? And yeah... video too please. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRSCobra Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Awesome sleeper build! I'd imagine you'd free up quite a few HP by ditching that stock muffler and putting at least a 3" single on there, though. Or maybe a GTO style dual setup like this: http://www.modernracer.com/memfeatures/carcutaways/pontiacgtoinsides4.jpg Would take away a bit from the sleeper effect, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine F31 Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 Awesome sleeper build! I'd imagine you'd free up quite a few HP by ditching that stock muffler and putting at least a 3" single on there, though. Or maybe a GTO style dual setup like this: http://www.modernracer.com/memfeatures/carcutaways/pontiacgtoinsides4.jpg Would take away a bit from the sleeper effect, though. Yes, this would be a much better set up. I don't think I have any room for dual mufflers the way they have them mounted on the GTO. My biggest problem right now is that my exhaust hangs down too low (the center section) and easily scrapes on certain driveways and most speed bumps. I need to either raise the car up some or redesign the system for more clearance. Either way, you are right about the stock muffler robbing power. The good news is I don't NEED anymore power right now! I need better suspension and brakes! Those items are next before I add any more juice. The car is actually scary if I get hard on the gas and I'm not pointed straight. Lets just say oversteer is ridiculously easy. I once accidentally took off from a stop in 3rd gear instead of first. I gassed it to show off for a friend who was just admiring the set up and it spun the tires and got sideways...IN 3rd!!!!!!!!!! I couldn't believe it. Granted, I don't have the stickiest or widest tires but still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine F31 Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 Very very nice op. K so where is the sound clip or video? YouTube channel? Come on man! A sound clip from the outside might be disappointing because it's pretty quiet with the stock Legacy muffler. I can hear the LS from inside the cabin though and it sounds sooooooo sweet. I'll see if I can do one from inside the car. I'll keep you guys posted of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine F31 Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 So was there any point to this? Or did you just have a bunch of money laying around and say hmm im gonna throw this engine in my wagon lol! Def an awesome swap, but any plans to track it? I would think it would be an interesting ride haha You sound like my brother! The point is, because, hot rod! I don't have a bunch of money, but I do have enough for this project. I definitely plan to track it but I'm sure I'll autocross it a few times first to make sure I wont kill myself on the track. I have to upgrade the suspension and brakes before I go anywhere near a track. And by track I mean road course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine F31 Posted November 1, 2014 Author Share Posted November 1, 2014 Because racecar. Exactly! It is also properly awesome. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike07LGT Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 You sound like my brother! The point is, because, hot rod! I don't have a bunch of money, but I do have enough for this project. I definitely plan to track it but I'm sure I'll autocross it a few times first to make sure I wont kill myself on the track. I have to upgrade the suspension and brakes before I go anywhere near a track. And by track I mean road course. Awesome good to see some Subaru owners thinking outside the box! Yea I would say suspension and brakes are a must on this kind of project before you go hitting high speeds and not being able to stop lol anyways good luck with everything and keep us posted on the results! Mike 03 WRB WRX (RIP) 04 JBP STI (sold) 07 DGM Legacy GT (RIP) 12 OBP STI (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadvw Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Would love to see a side-by-side comparo/evaluation/test drive of your car vs. frank_ster's '05 wagon with a Buick 3.8l turbo.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Would love to see a side-by-side comparo/evaluation/test drive of your car vs. frank_ster's '05 wagon with a Buick 3.8l turbo.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compsurge Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 frank_ster definitely has the win on cost! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Sweet!!! Well done!!!!!!! Truly EPIC! http://ccs.dogpile.com/ClickHandler.ashx?ld=20141103&app=1&c=info.dogpl&s=dogpile&rc=info.dogpl&dc=&euip=66.234.199.109&pvaid=2f083c3996f14d50904bf1909e07ac30&dt=Desktop&fct.uid=20b1adec542e47a0acdeb32c2ff92b35&en=0WEFU%2FZhSoQrR2QhC9ngyiLWjD1jFApuD%2BA8y%2FAiIz1wW%2Fgzy%2BNk0g%3D%3D&du=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-GL8QXYUKatA%2FT3ORe07boBI%2FAAAAAAAAA3g%2FWbX4xEzYmig%2Fs320%2Fthe-rock-clapping.gif&ru=http%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-GL8QXYUKatA%2FT3ORe07boBI%2FAAAAAAAAA3g%2FWbX4xEzYmig%2Fs320%2Fthe-rock-clapping.gif&ap=6&coi=772&cop=main-title&npp=6&p=0&pp=0&ep=6&mid=9&hash=CC9FCC7C774462AB51B0908CFE1578CA GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SBT Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Agreed. Nicely thought-out and executed. Love the sub-frame and trans mount engineering. - Pro amore Dei et patriam et populum - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leviman Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 Nice job! I've always wanted to do this to a bumper stickered up outback. I would go with a junkyard LQ4 or LQ9 for cost though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine F31 Posted November 4, 2014 Author Share Posted November 4, 2014 Would love to see a side-by-side comparo/evaluation/test drive of your car vs. frank_ster's '05 wagon with a Buick 3.8l turbo.. Sounds intriguing....I'd love to see that too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 love it. absolutely mad. I could suck start a snow blower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Sooooo, where's the link for the video? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzimutt Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 holy crap holy crap holy crap killer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnstrmech Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Gorgeous build....... excellent work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 A sound clip from the outside might be disappointing because it's pretty quiet with the stock Legacy muffler. You can compensate for that with tire smoke. We understand Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alpine F31 Posted November 6, 2014 Author Share Posted November 6, 2014 Sooooo, where's the link for the video? I really have to make a video. I'll see if I can get my son to help me this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Would there have been any way to install a STI 6 speed and keep it AWD? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compsurge Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Remove the radiator? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmedic Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 dat crossmember. such tig! many tubes! Someone really had to do their homework on that sucker. did you ever know that you're my hero? /bettemidler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonJ 2001 GT Limited Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 I think I drooled on my desk..... http://i1.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/641/298/448.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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