slvrlegacygt Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 It seems to me that the larger the delta in steering ratio the more prone to VDC issues. Going from the XT 16:1 to the 2015+ WRX 13:1 is a larger change than going from the GT 15:1 to the 2015+ WRX 13:1, and therein lies the reason for the issue that some, and not all, are having. Have you installed the rack on your XT. I Just picked up an 06 xt project car and was thinking about this swap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 Have you installed the rack on your XT. I Just picked up an 06 xt project car and was thinking about this swap. No, lack of funds not permitting this mod yet. A guy on the Forester forums did an 08-14 STi rack, and later went with the 15+ STi rack without any issues with either on his Forester XT. 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...
fahr_side Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 (edited) I bought mine brand new for $560 from Hueberger. $650? I paid $636 from Hueberger. Don't need it now. Edited May 10, 2017 by fahr_side 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...
Rhitter Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 (edited) Nope, $564 for part number 34110VA120. They seem to have gone up recently. Hueberger has been raising all their prices to be more in-line with all the other Subaru dealers. Edit: you do need it. It's awesome. Edited May 10, 2017 by Rhitter My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 Nope, $564 for part number 34110VA120. They seem to have gone up recently. Hueberger has been raising all their prices to be more in-line with all the other Subaru dealers. Edit: you do need it. It's awesome. Yeah, $636 at Heuberger for a while now. And yes it's awesome... I've driven a few '15~ STi models eh. FS post going up soon. 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...
elgin.owens Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 Picked mine up for $586.90 from generalmotorspartsonline.com back on 11/11/16, looks like they've raised the price about $6 since then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spec.B Dream Posted May 10, 2017 Share Posted May 10, 2017 My ebay alert hit showing $299 and free shipping but I was too slow. Which one of you snagged it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted May 16, 2017 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Mine is up for sale: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/bnib-2017-sti-13-1-steering-rack-262095.html 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...
limberpineobxt Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Does anyone know if the 2008 STI steering rack will fit a 2005 OBXT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Yes it fits. 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...
limberpineobxt Posted May 27, 2017 Share Posted May 27, 2017 Is it an upgrade from the OBXT stock one? Or do you need to move to the 2015 sti steering rack to get an upgrade? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 It's an upgrade. Stock OB lock to lock is higher. It's not an upgrade for an LGT. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limberpineobxt Posted June 17, 2017 Share Posted June 17, 2017 I installed a 2015 rack on my 05 OBXT. Great upgrade! Thanks for this thread it was very helpful! The STI steering joint didn't seem to fit the OBXT though. It was a bit short, maybe I missed that somewhere in this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted June 17, 2017 Author Share Posted June 17, 2017 I installed a 2015 rack on my 05 OBXT. Great upgrade! Thanks for this thread it was very helpful! The STI steering joint didn't seem to fit the OBXT though. It was a bit short, maybe I missed that somewhere in this thread. Because the OBXT has spacers between the subframe and chassis the OBXT steering joint needs to be a bit longer. You could always cut the STI one and weld in a little bit of rod to lengthen it, or get the Perrin kit that locks the damper in the stock unit. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe r Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 What year STi solid steering couplers will work with 05/09 factory steering racks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtea Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 What year STi solid steering couplers will work with 05/09 factory steering racks? Skip the sti coupler. Just get a steering dampener. Does the same thing, 10 minute install. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Skip the sti coupler. Just get a steering dampener. Does the same thing, 10 minute install. I think you mean a steering dampener lockdown. http://perrinperformance.com/i-22342620-steering-dampener-lockdown-for-subarus.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe r Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 Skip the sti coupler. Just get a steering dampener. Does the same thing, 10 minute install. Not into bandaid repairs. +1 for your post count doh. Back on topic, 04+ STi solid coupler works? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtea Posted June 30, 2017 Share Posted June 30, 2017 It Aint a band aid. I had one installed and it was too race car for me. it's also I think the only solution if you drive an outback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted July 1, 2017 Author Share Posted July 1, 2017 No clue about other years - I only tested with '15+ solid coupler. Lockdown kit is not a bandaid but last I checked was in the ballpark on cost with the STi unit. For OB the lockdown kit is the best option, unless you want to cut/weld to lengthen one. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigBADbenny Posted July 5, 2017 Share Posted July 5, 2017 (edited) Ime, jdm/eudm, the changeover in terms of spline count, is the GC rack. So 03+ to be safe. :edit: see below... Iirc the one I installed in my bp/bl/gr has a pink band on the shaft, bought via yahoo.jp natch. Edited July 12, 2017 by bigBADbenny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigBADbenny Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 (edited) Scored another solid uni from an ADM low k my07 V9 STi, indeed 2 pink bands on the shaft I found the part on opposed forces, #2 34170FE040 here: http://opposedforces.com/parts/impreza/en_g11/type_42/steering/power_steering_gear_box/illustration_10/ Clicking useage info confirms it's MY01+ compatible, eg any tabbed mount rack. Edited July 12, 2017 by bigBADbenny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkey Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Possible to get the pics on OP fixed? 05' LGT, ZFD Built 5MT, Stage 2 Cryotune 91/E85, 170,000mi running BRotella T6 and Ecoguard S4615 filters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 Added most of the pics as attachments. Will reformat OP with pertinent info. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 Trying to attach more photos (in post #1 initially, now trying post #3) with the same dims and rough file size as OP but keep getting "upload failed" or security token. Even shrinking the pics does not work. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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