JRu17 Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 I need that syms intake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstater Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hey there 6th gen folks. Wanted to share a couple parts I've come across recently that I thought might not be known here. These are actual power mods that are specific to the FB25 engine (shocking, right!), so they'll fit 6th gen Legacy/Outback 2.5i's and 5th gen 2.5i's from 2013-2014. Intake on a 2.5 will increase power by how much? What tuning is also required? Does this assume you also have a full exhaust installed? Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but intakes of themselves are eye candy and noise, and may actually reduce your engine performance. Power mods on NASIOC for the WRX come with dyno charts, I would look for those before you spend a ton of money on an intake for a 2.5, or just trade for a 3.6, at least the several thousand dollars more you pay for the 3.6 will give you proven increased power output. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humble Rumble Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Intake on a 2.5 will increase power by how much? What tuning is also required? Does this assume you also have a full exhaust installed? Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but intakes of themselves are eye candy and noise, and may actually reduce your engine performance. Power mods on NASIOC for the WRX come with dyno charts, I would look for those before you spend a ton of money on an intake for a 2.5, or just trade for a 3.6, at least the several thousand dollars more you pay for the 3.6 will give you proven increased power output. It is what it is, I honestly couldn't tell you what the output increase would be from these, just found the parts and wanted to share since I know the market is pretty dry for 6th gen mods. I'm sure that a mild tune would garner the most benefit from them, but even then some people are ok with expensive arm candy lol. I have a 5th gen 3.6R, so I'm planning on picking up Kakimoto's variant for my engine, as that HAS shown proven gains on the 6-cylinder engine, especially considering I'm tuned and can have it adjusted for the intake. Not sure if that would fit the 6th gen 3.6R or not, currently not listed for compatibility with the 6th gen. 2012 Legacy 3.6R Build Thread 5th Gen Legacy BM/BR Body Kit Compendium Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surmiser Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 Hey there 6th gen folks. Wanted to share a couple parts I've come across recently that I thought might not be known here. The Syms is newer than the Kakimoto. Both Japanese brands are very reputable. I'm using a Kakimoto axleaback exhaust so I can vouch for Kaki build quality. Bear in mind that the Syms is one of the most expensive intakes for 6th gens, mainly because it's made from carbon fiber. Another thing to note is that both intakes will probably be relatively quiet vs an aFe Takeda. Intake on a 2.5 will increase power by how much? What tuning is also required? Does this assume you also have a full exhaust installed? Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but intakes of themselves are eye candy and noise, and may actually reduce your engine performance. Based on my dyno runs with only a Takeda intake and an earlier version of my ECU tune, an ECU tune's recommended, but will only give a handful of horses (about 5hp at the wheels on a 2.5i) without an exhaust. But intake and exhaust plus tune can indeed give a dyno-proven (in my experience, ymmv) 10+% increase in hp and torque, though that's a different topic. @redvenetian on Instagram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upstater Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 The Syms is newer than the Kakimoto. Both Japanese brands are very reputable. I'm using a Kakimoto axleaback exhaust so I can vouch for Kaki build quality. Bear in mind that the Syms is one of the most expensive intakes for 6th gens, mainly because it's made from carbon fiber. Another thing to note is that both intakes will probably be relatively quiet vs an aFe Takeda. Based on my dyno runs with only a Takeda intake and an earlier version of my ECU tune, an ECU tune's recommended, but will only give a handful of horses (about 5hp at the wheels on a 2.5i) without an exhaust. But intake and exhaust plus tune can indeed give a dyno-proven (in my experience, ymmv) 10+% increase in hp and torque, though that's a different topic. so when you add up the exhaust, tune, and intake, it probably costs more than the difference in price between 3.6 and 2.5 legacys, however, the HP difference is not comparable (2.5 sees its 174 hp bumped to ~180-190 hp with the aftermarket additions, while a 3.6 starts at 256 hp, and comes with a more robust CVT). IDK, seems silly to me to do this work. I doubt you will resell a tuned legacy for more than a stock one, probably you will lose money since nobody wants a car that was potentially abused, and tuned cars tend to see harder use... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ammcinnis Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 (2.5 sees its 174 hp bumped to ~180-190 hp with the aftermarket additions, while a 3.6 starts at 256 hp, and comes with a more robust CVT) And a 6-cylinder engine provides substantially smoother power delivery than a 4, due to overlapping power pulses and slightly better inherent balance. "If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there." ~ The Cheshire Cat (Alice in Wonderland) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brisvegas Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Just bought this and Drops Right In.. K&N Cabin Filter Gen 6.. For 42.00 it will pay for itself quickly and you'll have a lifetime filter.. Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk I'm just about to change my cabin filter. I've checked out the K&N VF2000 on Amazon and there are quite a few complaints about the smell from these filters. Just wondering if have you experienced this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda_One Posted October 7, 2017 Share Posted October 7, 2017 Just purchase a WIX and call it a day. Laughing at Oneself and with Others is Good for the Soul[emoji16] Laughing at Oneself and with Other is good for the Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brisvegas Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Just purchase a WIX and call it a day. Laughing at Oneself and with Others is Good for the Soul[emoji16] Row, I ended up ordering this one. The initial customer service in regards to my questions was pretty amazing .... a rarity in these days of "take it or leave it" http://cabinairfilters.com.au/product/subaru-liberty-cabin-air-filter-2009-2015/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRu17 Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Tire Rack shows Eibach Pro Kit springs and KW Variant 3 Coilovers for the 15 Legacy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imprzme Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 (edited) Tire Rack shows Eibach Pro Kit springs and KW Variant 3 Coilovers for the 15 Legacy V3's? Hmmm....awesome coilovers and worth every penny. Had them on my WRX - they would absolutely transform the Legacy. Edited October 13, 2017 by Imprzme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATS4LIFE Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 V3's? Hmmm....awesome coilovers and worth every penny. Had them on my WRX - they would absolutely transform the Legacy. Wonder if those will fit 6th gens look like the front ones doesn’t have the mount for the end links Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzlemachine Posted October 29, 2017 Share Posted October 29, 2017 What's an aftermarket valve stem brand that's compatible with the TPMS sensors? Anyone replaced the stock valve stem upon changing wheels? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullah Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Does anyone else have that spoiler king trunk spoiler? I just wish it was more like an actual ducktail spoiler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimle1301 Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Does anyone else have that spoiler king trunk spoiler? I just wish it was more like an actual ducktail spoiler Do you have a picture or a link? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaseDoGG Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 Can someone confirm that the mirror caps on Legacy are the same as WRX ? I ordered the silver S4 caps and I’m second guessing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaseDoGG Posted November 11, 2017 Share Posted November 11, 2017 Can someone confirm that the mirror caps on Legacy are the same as WRX ? I ordered the silver S4 caps and I’m second guessing I can confirm they fit. And they look really good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subiefan15 Posted November 11, 2017 Share Posted November 11, 2017 I can confirm they fit. And they look really goodPics? Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocGiggles Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Finally got her on H&R lowering springs! It could be an inch lower but definitely looks better than it did with stock springs. A few before an after pics. Ride quality is great! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocGiggles Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 So I just went through this whole thread and it looks like the cold air intake listed on the first page doesn’t work for the 2017s? Is that correct or did I miss something? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATS4LIFE Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 So I just went through this whole thread and it looks like the cold air intake listed on the first page doesn’t work for the 2017s? Is that correct or did I miss something? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Which cold air intake?if Takeda I have it installed in 2017. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocGiggles Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Which cold air intake?if Takeda I have it installed in 2017. Yeah that one. But you said you had to put a dent in it. Didn’t you? How bad is the dent? Do you have a pic and how did you dent it? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATS4LIFE Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Yeah that one. But you said you had to put a dent in it. Didn’t you? How bad is the dent? Do you have a pic and how did you dent it? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalkyou don’t have to put a dent on it it will fit fine,reason why I put dent on it is I just wanna make sure it wouldn’t rub or hit against the ac line,but other than that it fits fine.i will post a pic later today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocGiggles Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 you don’t have to put a dent on it it will fit fine,reason why I put dent on it is I just wanna make sure it wouldn’t rub or hit against the ac line,but other than that it fits fine.i will post a pic later today. Alright thank you. Have you noticed a big difference in performance? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PATS4LIFE Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 Alright thank you. Have you noticed a big difference in performance? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yeah just a bit but on WOT you wil notice it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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