solgt Posted May 17, 2017 Author Share Posted May 17, 2017 The reason getting this one was to hopefully utilize the most surface area of the core without having to remove a lot of bumper. That being said the 08 kit is more likely an easier install. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebo03 Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 IIRC the crash bar on the 08-14 wrx lines up with our cars perfectly, but I do like the way the one he used is somewhat reinforced around the radiator. I fit the AMS GR STI crash bar on mine. I opened up a couple of the bolt holes on the mounting plate of the bar to improve fitment. Only a tad, 1/8" at most. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted May 19, 2017 Author Share Posted May 19, 2017 Forgot important bit. Thanks ebo03. The headlight mount needed to be trimmed as well the crash bar holes widened. Simple dremel. The wrinkle black finish on the parts is nice and tough. Not easy to scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenchy Posted May 21, 2017 Share Posted May 21, 2017 Did you use the pipe in the kit that goes from the turbo to the intercooler. I dont speak English to good but I French alot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted May 28, 2017 Author Share Posted May 28, 2017 Did you use the pipe in the kit that goes from the turbo to the intercooler. I only used the 90° elbow from intercooler to bov. From turbo: racerX; napa 90°; racerx pipe w\bov, see precious pics,; kit 90° elbow. Cold side done. The charge pipe will not fit our cars without being cut and welded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenchy Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 I only used the 90° elbow from intercooler to bov. From turbo: racerX; napa 90°; racerx pipe w\bov, see precious pics,; kit 90° elbow. Cold side done. The charge pipe will not fit our cars without being cut and welded. What needs to be cut and welded,the turbo flange. I dont speak English to good but I French alot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monstorr Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 What happened?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_A_ron Posted June 7, 2017 Share Posted June 7, 2017 Are you planning on bringing this build to boxerfest? Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 14, 2017 Author Share Posted June 14, 2017 What needs to be cut and welded,the turbo flange. Ill take a pic for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 14, 2017 Author Share Posted June 14, 2017 Are you planning on bringing this build to boxerfest? I was unable to make it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 14, 2017 Author Share Posted June 14, 2017 What happened?!? Its hard to say as i dont know for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 What needs to be cut and welded,the turbo flange. The initial angle puts the pipe in the way of a.c. lines IIRC. As well the run before the bend is a bit short which puts the frame in the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 (edited) Well the bearings are gone. Edited June 18, 2017 by solgt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 Which bearings? Hopefully a wheel bearing...or muffler bearing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 Something tells me its not that benign. 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...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 Main bearings. Specifically the #4 rod\crank. Just need rotating assembly and valvetrain maybe a transmission[emoji15] . This calls for Johnny Blue or single malt highlands scotch and a Cuban. You're very correct GT. I got very lucky it wasnt much worse. Who's got my dranks? I need some enabling[emoji21] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 (edited) Ive gotta start saving for a built block... Sad to see another engine bite the dust, but it's a good chance to make some reliability upgrades. Was there a catastrophic event or just slow onset? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk Edited June 18, 2017 by FLlegacy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 Kinda quick. Went from tapping to big marbles in metal can in short order. Engine off. Towed it. Bartering with the other half over what to build. Having a car smart wife can bite you in the but when you least expect it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 Personally, I would have a built short block put in by a reputable local shop. You aren't going to put enough power through it to challenge it without significant transmission upgrades. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 So a built motor and trans swap? I like your thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 Some one find me a 15 sti drivetrain. Or a trans and rear diff will be cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 Have you seen this? https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?url=http%3A%2F%2Flegacygt%2Ecom%2Fforums%2Fshowthread%2Ephp%3Ft%3D258954&share_tid=258954&share_fid=5383&share_type=t Brendan's STi 6MT Swap Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solgt Posted June 18, 2017 Author Share Posted June 18, 2017 (edited) Where the idea came from. He went with an 07 I think trans whereas I was thinking newer. Edit: 05 trans. Edited June 18, 2017 by solgt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBPeik Posted June 19, 2017 Share Posted June 19, 2017 It really is not too hard. From my short drive it seemed to work great. When I get the axles back I will know for sure, but seems like a worth while upgrade. A newer setup should work the same. My someday I will be done with it thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Running_riot Posted June 19, 2017 Share Posted June 19, 2017 Subd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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