apalileo Posted June 21, 2023 Share Posted June 21, 2023 (edited) Greetings all! I thought it about time I introduce myself. The name's Anthony, I'm in Los Angeles, and I am now the third owner of a 2007 spec.B with only 44K on it that I won on Bring a Trailer back in May. This is my return to the Subaru brand after more than a decade away. Modifications: AccessPort V2 SPT intake system SPT head shield SPT cat-back exhaust STI springs Bilstein B8 struts Whiteline roll center kit Whiteline front adjustable end links Whiteline front sway bar bushings Energy Suspension steering rack bushings AVO rear sway bar AVO rear mount reinforcement AVO rear adjustable end links Powerstop reman 2004+ STI front calipers Brembo 2004+ STI pads Brembo 2004 STI rotors STI short throw shifter JDM "dark" headlights JDM "dark" taillights Edited December 22, 2023 by apalileo Updates 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted June 21, 2023 Author Share Posted June 21, 2023 Here's the auction where there are hundreds of pics: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2007-subaru-legacy-spec-b-7/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shralp Posted June 22, 2023 Share Posted June 22, 2023 Nice! Was watching that auction! Welcome back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted June 23, 2023 Author Share Posted June 23, 2023 I figured there would potentially be some interest. They're popping up more infrequently! Glad to be back, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted June 23, 2023 Author Share Posted June 23, 2023 (edited) A few things to get me started. Garmin Dash Cam Mini 2 12V to 5V micro USB output adapter (not photographed) Natika backup camera (an Amazon product) STI sport springs Whiteline roll center kit (via the 20% mid-year madness going on) Awaiting an OEM mirror harness to use the auto dimming/compass power for the Garmin and a Molex connector and pins from Digikey to connect the backup camera to the nav. Should arrive this evening. Referenced (searched) a few threads regarding USDM spec.B Bilsteins and STI sport springs and opted to try out the GT automatic parts. Fun for the weekend! Edited June 23, 2023 by apalileo 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tysparks81 Posted June 23, 2023 Share Posted June 23, 2023 Nice pick up, I was following that auction. Looks like you got a solid car. 1 #LGTSTi is still cheaper and nicer then an equal year wrxsti Follow my 2007 Spec B. Build here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted June 29, 2023 Author Share Posted June 29, 2023 Springs, dash cam, and backup camera installed. I also swapped in some JDM taillights that came in. Ended up with saggy butt, so I've ordered wagon springs in an effort to even things out (which I should have just done in the first place). Removing the rear trunk lid panel was scary af, but I got it off with no incident. Found what looks to be a proprietary passage for a backup camera left of the license plate lights, so I used that position for my camera. That worked in a way that didn't require drilling into sheet metal. If I had to do it again I'd have mounted it further rearward because I ended up having to ditch the one body clip to allow for me to slide the panel behind the camera and into position to snap in. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted June 29, 2023 Author Share Posted June 29, 2023 Quick shot from my first wash lol 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted December 5, 2023 Author Share Posted December 5, 2023 JDM headlights installed. I learned there are a few variations available. What I opted for was the more smoked chrome corner with black housing and a bluish tinted projector surround ring. I picked up a pretty beat up set on Ebay that were actually already stateside. I got confirmation that the HIDs worked so that was enough to pull the trigger. I used the Sylvania headlight restoration kit and they came out really good imo. Disabled DRLs, used the OEM harness spliced into the ballast and it used the same high beam socket. Slim bar is parking light and big corner is signal. Even with an amber bulb in the bar it's obvious when signaling what the intent is. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted December 5, 2023 Author Share Posted December 5, 2023 Bilstein B8's installed and rear springs swapped for the ST2038021010's to help with the negative rake. It feels like I'm definitely getting more out of the STI springs than with the old (albeit relatively low mileage) OEM's. The shortened body is definitely noticeable for the front shocks whereas it's very slight in the rear. The ride is definitely more firm, but I really enjoy the amount of feedback I get while driving now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted December 5, 2023 Author Share Posted December 5, 2023 Some recent shots. Have been running the black powder coated 04 STI's that came with the car. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buplew Posted December 6, 2023 Share Posted December 6, 2023 Awesome Spec B! STi Pinks look great. Where did you buy the Bilsteins from? Need to replace my shocks soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted December 6, 2023 Author Share Posted December 6, 2023 Thanks @buplew! I got mine through tirerack. Was surprised to see these in stock with them so I went for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apalileo Posted December 12, 2023 Author Share Posted December 12, 2023 4-pot fronts installed. Painted the calipers with VHT cast aluminum, applied black logo decals, and sealed with VHT gloss clear. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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