Rhitter Posted June 22, 2017 Author Share Posted June 22, 2017 I had some rubbing in the rears (plus, I assume I will have more because I want to get rid of some negative camber). Red circle is where the tiny bit of rubbing was: http://i.imgur.com/xrbNqtO.jpg?2 cut http://i.imgur.com/CBLsHax.jpg?1 rolled and pulled. Also using doubled sided tape to hold the fender liner on. http://i.imgur.com/RWFxveA.jpg?1 My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted July 1, 2017 Share Posted July 1, 2017 Did you ever figure out where the front was rubbing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted July 1, 2017 Author Share Posted July 1, 2017 Yep, it's where the bumper connects to the fender. I trimmed that tab more and I think it's all gone. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 How much clearance is there between the tire and Strut housing? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted July 2, 2017 Author Share Posted July 2, 2017 3mm in the back (because of my 3mm wheel spacers. Enough in the front. Unsure the measurement. I am running giant tires. 255/40/18. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 Interesting, that's good to know. Love the build btw. Functional OEM flares is awesome. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
housemusic1 Posted July 2, 2017 Share Posted July 2, 2017 Any pics of the front trim work you did? I've got rubbing on the drivers front, and some day i'll be motivated enough to do something about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted July 7, 2017 Author Share Posted July 7, 2017 sorry, I was on vacation, it looks like you found the area that was rubbing. I have cut "a lot" that I am not sure the pictures even make sense anymore. I just kept looking (and caught chalk) for areas that looked like they had rubbed and then trimmed them. http://i.imgur.com/emczWvT.jpg My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flinkly Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 have you ever replaced your overflow tank cap (with corrext oem cap)? was reading about sgt gator's mishap and thought of your car that runs hot. * Build Thread * 26.53 MPG - 12 month Average * Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted July 12, 2017 Author Share Posted July 12, 2017 I keep meaning to order new caps. But, I haven't yet. Mine are at least on the correct tanks now (they weren't two years ago). But new OEM ones would probably be a good starting point. Thanks for reminding me. Off to find part numbers. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 Please post these part numbers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted July 12, 2017 Author Share Posted July 12, 2017 (edited) Radiator cap - 45137FE002 https://parts.subaruonlineparts.com/subaru/outback/45137fe002/2008-year/xt-limited-trim/2-5l-h4-gas-engine/cooling-system-cat/radiator-and-components-scat/?part_name=radiator-cap turbo coolant tank cap -45137AE01A - This is the wrong part number for our cars. Do no use this. https://parts.subaruonlineparts.com/subaru/outback/45137ae01a/2008-year/xt-limited-trim/2-5l-h4-gas-engine/cooling-system-cat/hoses-and-pipes-scat/?part_name=cap turbo coolant tank cap per underdog - 45137AE003 Edited August 7, 2017 by Rhitter My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted August 14, 2017 Author Share Posted August 14, 2017 (edited) Replaced both radiator tanks with the correct new caps. Added KTA124 arms (pain in the ass). Frozen / stuck bolt. Had to drill through it to relieve pressure. I was still getting rubbing on my rear fender liners. Added a 5mm spacer. Probably should add extended lugs because of that. Recommendation is 6-8 turns. I think I just have 6 or slightly less. And got an alignment. These feel like really good quality spacers and cheap enough. They also have a chamfer on the hub side (well I placed it on the hub side) incase anything near the hub got in the way and prevents it from sitting flat. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7DWKEX/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 http://i.imgur.com/whg9KLh.jpg Alignment specs. They weren't able to give me as much caster as I had hoped for. But I finally have more front camber than rear camber and the car feels great. http://i.imgur.com/p8qJscj.jpg?2 Finally washed it http://i.imgur.com/Zr7YI8O.jpg?1 Edited August 14, 2017 by Rhitter My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadvw Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 So nice.. Found a guy out in Ceres (Baesic Garage - sic) that says he'll do a roll for $30/fender, pull for $40/fender + $40 to travel 1-2 hours.. So, max $200 for pulling all four fenders. Wonder if that would let me put 245/255s onto my Rotas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted August 14, 2017 Author Share Posted August 14, 2017 I would stick with 245/35/18 or 245/40/17. 255s are really wide. There just isn't that much inside clearance on the rear of the wagons. Franz has 245/40/17 with a roll (can't remember if there is a pull - if so it's slight). And it seems to fit with no drama. I say go for it. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkycharms Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 Where were you rubbing before spacers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted August 15, 2017 Author Share Posted August 15, 2017 Inner fenders. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goob_os101 Posted August 15, 2017 Share Posted August 15, 2017 So nice.. Found a guy out in Ceres (Baesic Garage - sic) that says he'll do a roll for $30/fender, pull for $40/fender + $40 to travel 1-2 hours.. So, max $200 for pulling all four fenders. Wonder if that would let me put 245/255s onto my Rotas? I went with Rota D-Force 18x8.5 & Sumitomo HTR Z III 245/45ZR18s...soon to be lowered on spec Bs http://i.imgur.com/gZIuWey.jpg http://i.imgur.com/5vrMnee.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limberpineobxt Posted February 17, 2018 Share Posted February 17, 2018 have you ever replaced your overflow tank cap (with corrext oem cap)? was reading about sgt gator's mishap and thought of your car that runs hot. Can you provide a link to this mishap you're referencing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McLegacy Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Rhitter, are you ever driving through Cupertino? I swear I saw your car drive past me last year by De Anza College, and I’ve been thinking about it ever since! I was remembering it today and decided to look up XT builds, and I found your car... if it’s not you, someone else in the Bay has a car just like yours. Either way, amazing build thread! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Rhitter, are you ever driving through Cupertino? I swear I saw your car drive past me last year by De Anza College, and I’ve been thinking about it ever since! I was remembering it today and decided to look up XT builds, and I found your car... if it’s not you, someone else in the Bay has a car just like yours. Either way, amazing build thread! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I use to drive through Cupertino all the time. I moved up to Portland back in April though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McLegacy Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 I use to drive through Cupertino all the time. I moved up to Portland back in April though. Sweet bugeye! I just got an 03 wrx wagon a few weeks back. Question for you, how the hell do you guys pass CA smog with all the exhaust and engine mods you guys have? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Sweet bugeye! I just got an 03 wrx wagon a few weeks back. Question for you, how the hell do you guys pass CA smog with all the exhaust and engine mods you guys have? Thanks! It’s all about finding a smog shop that is a little forgiving on the visual inspection. My bugeye passed visual but didn’t have the Evap and O2 sensor set to “ready” so I failed the OBD2 test. Under the hood, my OBXT looks a lot more stock/stealth than my bugeye. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted March 8, 2018 Author Share Posted March 8, 2018 Craptastic picture - but painted my headlights. Still need to sand them again and see how much of the yellowing I can remove. Also removed my yellow overlays on my fog covers. Installed KSRL-29 and a half inch spacer. To get me half an inch lower than KSRS-29s. They handle junk in the trunk a lot better than Pinks. Installed a homelink mirror and can't figure out how to program it to my garage without the remote (which is lost somewhere) Need to search in the steering column to unplug the steering angle sensor to truly defeat traction control because of my STI steering rack / VDC fun. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 How did you remove the yellow overlays? I need to do that too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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