SubOperator Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 On the way to the dentist today...check out the mileage. [ATTACH]292389[/ATTACH] July 24th of last year, the car had 294,000 miles on it. I didn't go to VT skiing this past Winter, so not many miles... The Spec B turned 96,000 miles a couple weeks back. Now we know which car you like more 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 249K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 272K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 (edited) I've tried impact guns. Went and bought a second higher rated one that I returned after it didn't do anything. Soaked them with penetrating sprays, but I've only got 1/4 to budge. My current impact can take off axle nuts no problem. Trust me I've worked on it, everything except heat. I'm not worried about it either though, I'll get them off probably next time I try. Edited July 6, 2021 by BoozeRS05 EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 I've tried impact guns. Went and bought a second higher rated one that I returned after it didn't do anything. Soaked them with penetrating sprays, but I've only got 1/4 to budge. My current impact can take off axle nuts no problem. Trust me I've worked on it, everything except heat. I'm not worried about it either though, I'll get them off probably next time I try. Just to clarify, I'm talking about air driven impact guns. My buddies 1/2" Snap-On electric impact would not remove the lug bolts from his VW R32 years ago. He was at my house when he first used it. I turned around, grabbed my 1/2" impact gun, plugged in the air hose and spun them all off. I also have a 3/4" drive Craftsman impact if I need. I even have great luck with the cheap 3/8" butterfly impact. I have the Sears (loud) old red 30 gallon compressor, it has over 6scfm at 90psi. I bought that back in 2005 or so. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 Just to clarify, I'm talking about air driven impact guns. My buddies 1/2" Snap-On electric impact would not remove the lug bolts from his VW R32 years ago. He was at my house when he first used it. I turned around, grabbed my 1/2" impact gun, plugged in the air hose and spun them all off. I also have a 3/4" drive Craftsman impact if I need. I even have great luck with the cheap 3/8" butterfly impact. I have the Sears (loud) old red 30 gallon compressor, it has over 6scfm at 90psi. I bought that back in 2005 or so. I have a professional electric impact that works on most things. For the stubborn stuff, I use an Ingersol-Rand 1/2" air impact. Both are rated within 50lbs of each other. One must be feather pounds and the other lead pounds. Because the air impact doesn't even notice things the electric struggles with Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 Same experience here. I have 2 electric impacts, a 20V battery powered and one corded. Corded can deal with a lot of stuff, cordless frankly is almost useless , but its also old so I use it mostly for quick wheel changing jobs. Air impacts were better for me, I have two including some monster from HF - bought it after not being able to bulge a axle nut a dealer had put on my son's 05 OB with either electric impacts, or extended breaker bar. Was worth the trip as with it was a 5 seconds job. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 249K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 272K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted July 6, 2021 Share Posted July 6, 2021 My 1/2" impact is electric admittedly, but corded and there's little it hasn't been able to handle. I'll take it to my friend's garage and throw an air gun on it. EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted July 7, 2021 Share Posted July 7, 2021 madrig is having a sale - https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/madrig-carbon-pieces-discount-sale-286396.html?t=286396 Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socalsleeper Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 I have a professional electric impact that works on most things. For the stubborn stuff, I use an Ingersol-Rand 1/2" air impact. Both are rated within 50lbs of each other. One must be feather pounds and the other lead pounds. Because the air impact doesn't even notice things the electric struggles with I used my buddies electric Snap-on impact recently when I grabbed some struts at the junk yard. It impressed me with how much power it had, but it is huge and fitting it in tight spots is next to impossible. I just got rid of my compressor, but I have a 1/2 drive Ingersoll Rand titanium impact that has served me very well for years going back to when I was in the shop as a technician. The power given its size is prob the best argument for air tools right now. Definitely have their downsides, but they are very mature and reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 Little perk of the updated front end is now I can run Diode Dynamics SS3 LED fog light kit. Orders are 15% off through today too, went with the yellow sport fogs! EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 Little perk of the updated front end is now I can run Diode Dynamics SS3 LED fog light kit. Orders are 15% off through today too, went with the yellow sport fogs! Can you elobarate? Is that JDM front end perk? 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 249K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 272K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 (edited) Apparently aftermarket fog light kits that fit the newer WRX/STi also fit the 08-09 LGT, but not 05-07 LGT fog light housings. So with my update (05 LGT wagon w/ 08 LGT front end), I'll just need to cut and patch the fog harnesses to make it work. Edited July 8, 2021 by BoozeRS05 EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubOperator Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 Apparently aftermarket fog light kits that fit the newer WRX/STi also fit the 08-09 LGT, but not 05-07 LGT fog light housings. So with my update (05 LGT wagon w/ 08 LGT front end), I'll just need to cut and patch the fog harnesses to make it work. Got it. Fate had me looking at LED fog lights for WRX/STi on fleebay. Looked great but I was not sure about the fitment. 2005 LGT Wagon Limited 6 MT RBP Stage 2 - 249K 2007 B9 Tribeca Limited DGM - 272K SOLD - 2005 OB Limited 5 MT Silver - 245K SOLD - 2010 OB 6 MT Silver - 205K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 well-fitted 6mt wagon for sale https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/santa-fe-nm-2005-legacy-gt-wagon-6mt-286411.html?t=286411 Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted July 8, 2021 Share Posted July 8, 2021 Looks like diode dynamics has the SS3 LED kit that will fit 05-09 outback model years too, just fyi - https://www.diodedynamics.com/ss3-led-fog-light-kit-for-2005-2009-subaru-outback.html EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRX USA Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 Looks like diode dynamics has the SS3 LED kit that will fit 05-09 outback model years too, just fyi - https://www.diodedynamics.com/ss3-led-fog-light-kit-for-2005-2009-subaru-outback.html They also fit my Outback with a JDM front end swap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajerezcl Posted July 10, 2021 Share Posted July 10, 2021 The day has arrived! I installed some updates on my LGT. The wilwood front calipers (bought from @ BoozeRS05 -> Thanks!) And the JDM LGT STI muffler tuned by STI. I attach some photos STI muffler: Rearview: Close up view: Wilwood calipers conversion bracket with a lot of rust Cleaned bracket: anti-rust paint: Installed caliper: Close up with STI Wheels: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted July 10, 2021 Share Posted July 10, 2021 I used my buddies electric Snap-on impact recently when I grabbed some struts at the junk yard. It impressed me with how much power it had, but it is huge and fitting it in tight spots is next to impossible. I just got rid of my compressor, but I have a 1/2 drive Ingersoll Rand titanium impact that has served me very well for years going back to when I was in the shop as a technician. The power given its size is prob the best argument for air tools right now. Definitely have their downsides, but they are very mature and reliable. i have the "quiet" version of that IR. I run it on its lowest setting and use a low torque bar for putting stuff back on. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awfulwaffle Posted July 10, 2021 Share Posted July 10, 2021 i have the "quiet" version of that IR. I run it on its lowest setting and use a low torque bar for putting stuff back on. I'm a recent Milwaukee electric impact convert. Beats the hell out of my Earthquake XT pneumatic impact. A bit bulkier, but gets at the same stuff 95% of the time. 1400 ft-lbs claim is absolutely believable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enlight Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 Put my POR-15'd, CRC HD Corrosion Inhibitor'd fuel tank in. I put a blanket between the transmission jack and the tank but a few places still got nicked down to bare metal. Not a big deal, I'll just have to touch it up tomorrow. Subframe goes back in tomorrow as well. Has anyone else noticed that new tanks don't come with the drain plugs? muFreight.co A JDM Container Sharing Service from Japan to NYC Website | Instagram | Email Bessie II's Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claw Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 I have the shittiest luck with this car. Decided to finish my Koni insert swap today, drivers side went great.. but passenger side.. sheesh, the axle popped out at the diff side. Tried to encourage it back in but it's refusing. Is it new axle time? Sucks, this axle's barely a month old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvick08GT Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 You can pop it back in with the boot on. Takes a little patience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claw Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 Ok. I'll take it off and try tomorrow.. my buddy helping me out is convinced there's a pin inside preventing it from going back in. We worked at it for a good 30 minutes on the car with no luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvick08GT Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 You might have to have the hub side free to angle the shaft so the joint pops in. There is no pin, the assembly slides into the cups but it has to be at the right angle. I have done it hundreds of times, only once have I had to remove the boot to get it positioned so it could slide in. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claw Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 Got everything pieced together again.. gosh what a pain that was. Somehow the tie rod boot started leaking through it all. I have a spares but I don't have time to get it done. Alignment is next and I saw that the power steering belt is a little shredded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted July 11, 2021 Share Posted July 11, 2021 I have the shittiest luck with this car. Decided to finish my Koni insert swap today, drivers side went great.. but passenger side.. sheesh, the axle popped out at the diff side. Tried to encourage it back in but it's refusing. Is it new axle time? Sucks, this axle's barely a month old. Have you seen this, https://www.subaruoutback.org/threads/overextended-axle-question.534491/#post-6130633 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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