mwiener2 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 come on now.....a 4sp Auto is cutting edge! Random factoid....Subaru sources the FX35's transmission for 5EAT equipped cars. I believe the rear diff is the same, but the FX has a superior AWD system (it's only active under 18mph or when wheelslip is detected). I would hardly call a Reactive AWD superior to a Proactive one and someone please edit the first post so the pics are horizontal and not vertical My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 I would hardly call a Reactive AWD superior to a Proactive one Subaru isn't proactive Wiener. Subaru is all mechanical. This is an electronically controlled system that can engage AWD within 1/60th of a second if wheelslip is detected. This makes the FX RWD over 18mph except when needed. Truth be told....I could get more wheelspin in my LGT then I can in the FX (never been able to break it loose yet). 265 width tires FTW. and someone please edit the first post so the pics are horizontal and not vertical they are vertical Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 I still dont like the body kit. They took a beautifully engineered car and ruined it. The engine stuff is fine, but I dont see the point in making a super powerful motor then "Hip Hop-ing" the body out. Its just ugly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 they are vertical Not all the time.....a couple of times I visited this thread and they have been horizontal....like right now. http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 wtf are you guys talking about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 this thread is like 5 miles wide for me right now.... http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 not me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Subaru isn't proactive Wiener. Subaru is all mechanical. This is an electronically controlled system that can engage AWD within 1/60th of a second if wheelslip is detected. This makes the FX RWD over 18mph except when needed. Truth be told....I could get more wheelspin in my LGT then I can in the FX (never been able to break it loose yet). they are vertical I guess it dpends on which tranny you have. The 5MT is all mechanical and does take a little reaction time for the power to transfer, but it's always AWD in a 50/50 split with the ability to shift some to either side. The 5EAT, which happend to come from the same line as the FX's EAT is also always AWD but more biased towards one side (i forgot which side) but it reacts alots faster to slip. The point is the FX has to start from basicly 2wd then move more power, so it's already behind the curve. The subies already have power at the wheels with grip and require less transfer of power becasue some is already there. That's what makes it proactive. My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 the FX is full-time AWD at low speed. The chance of wheelslip at higher speeds is nil, except in inclement weather. There's a switch on the dash to enable AWD for these conditions at speeds higher than normal. Subaru's system is simple and effective. That doesn't mean there aren't better systems out there (BMW's X-Drive comes to mind). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrok Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 BLASPHEMY. SUBARU AWD HATER! AND HE IS A MOD! Mutiny!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gitster Posted July 11, 2007 Share Posted July 11, 2007 Woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutru01 Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 Very nice. My only argument is that it is too low. I am not a fan of the "slammed" look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MannyLegacy Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 Woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah woah. :munch: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 but the FX has a superior AWD system (it's only active under 18mph or when wheelslip is detected). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 Very nice. My only argument is that it is too low. I am not a fan of the "slammed" look. he's got coilovers on it...he dropped it for the photoshoot...he doesn't actually drive it like that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MannyLegacy Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 I still think it's TeH SexEEneSS!!! :wub: :munch: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutru01 Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 Why would he drop it that low for the photoshoot though? A nice low profile would have been sufficient and been much sexier. That drop almost makes the FX look ghetto. But thats just my opinion I suppose. Other than that, the exterior mods, stereo, and performance mods are done perfectly. I can only imagine what those MB Quart QSD's sound like. PGT: I finally got everything tuned properly with the MB Quart PCE Components up front, I added some JBL coaxials w/tweeter crossovers for the rear doors. It sounds amazing with the W6 and the whole car being dynamatted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobE Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 A nice low profile would have been sufficient and been much sexier. That drop almost makes the FX look ghetto. http://newenglandsubarus.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gire Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 For a Hot Import Nights -type of SUV, I think it looks pretty rad. I'm with Manny on this one. For the Money invested would you guys rather roll around in this FX or a Porsche Cayenne Turbo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hutru01 Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 ^ If the the Porsche Cayenne Turbo is just stock, then I would choose this FX easily over the Porsche, but a modified Cayenne Turbo, well thats another story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 Turbo S? My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gire Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 OT, but :wub: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrok Posted July 18, 2007 Share Posted July 18, 2007 Jeep SRT-8 for the poor man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msb175 Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 FX has an intoxicating exhaust note stock. just like the G35s and 350Zs. Then again, the SRT-8 has one hell of an exhaust note also. more grunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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