RaceComp Engineering Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 There's been a lot of talk about saggy bottoms lately, and this coupled with the distinct lack of camber plate options for the Legacy has given us an idea for a possible solution. We've had our RCE Lowering Camber Plates for Impreza available for quite some time now and have noticed an increased interest from the Legacy crowd for them lately. To those who aren't familiar with them, these are camber adjustable top mounts that lower the front of the car 3/8th of an inch without sacrificing suspension travel. So you lose the Subaru trademark nose in the sky look and could get up to around -3 degrees of negative camber. Essentially "free" lowering with no suspension travel drawbacks. Minimal increase in noise, vibration, or harshness, as we use a huge high quality spherical bearing. A few pics of the latest, Version 2 RCE Lowering Camber Plates for Impreza http://www.rcephotos.com/photos/albums/album49/P1020140.sized.jpg http://www.rcephotos.com/photos/albums/album49/P1020126.sized.jpg http://www.rcephotos.com/photos/albums/album49/P1020128.sized.jpg http://www.rcephotos.com/photos/albums/album49/P1020145.sized.jpg The V2 plates come with a inset style nut for more thread engagement and their own washer. So what do you think? These would fit normal strut + springs set-ups like the popular Bilstein + Pink combos and bring the nose down to a respectable height. They would also of course fit coilovers like our RCE T1s and KW V2s. Legacys are suspension travel challenged to begin with, so these would be a huge help for those that want to bring the nose down, but don't want to diminish their already limited front strut travel. Please give us any feedback you may have and if you have any questions let us know! - Andrew 410-579-1501 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nKoan Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 At the end of this auto-x season I am planning on going back to stock. I'm still probably going to keep the car for a while (just stop racing it) and this would be perfect for me. I don't want to put springs on (again), and I know I would hate seeing front wheel gap again. This pretty much solves my problem. I'm pretty sure I would buy a pair this fall if they came out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aczwild Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 I'd buy em JDM'd All to hell Thanks Jimmy @ Hkc-Speed.com! RIP Coxx & Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostsr20 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Price range? Very interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boostjunkie Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Do it. I want to put a set of KW V2 back on my car, but really want/need camber adjustment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 I'm interested, pending two things: 1. Not being able to hit my target camber with the stock adjustment bolt and Konis/Swifts. 2. If, for some reason, the Konis/Swifts sit high in the front. However, I chose this setup because it seemingly won't have the ride-height issues, and will allow me to adjust damping. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTTuner Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Looks like a good option for the weekend racer to dial in camber changes for the track, then reset after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaceComp Engineering Posted April 11, 2008 Author Share Posted April 11, 2008 Can't post prices, but they'll be the same price as our current Impreza plates. The Legacy platform really does lend itself to great on-track handling, and these plates will help a lot. We're definitely leaning towards having these available soon. - Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boostsr20 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 So will they lower 3/8th of an inch from stock top hats or from the spec B tophats? I've got an 05 and the nose jumped up 1/2 inch with the spec B top hats. Just wondering if I'm going to see more like a 7/8 drop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirsimon Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 I'm interested...especially if they come in a cooler color (seriously)! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebpda9 Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 price ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praedet Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Can't post prices, but they'll be the same price as our current Impreza plates. price ?Reading? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nKoan Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 http://www.racecompengineering.com/item.asp?subcategory=Camber+Plates%2C+Mounts%2C+and+Bushings Here, I'll help out with that too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaceComp Engineering Posted April 14, 2008 Author Share Posted April 14, 2008 So will they lower 3/8th of an inch from stock top hats or from the spec B tophats? I've got an 05 and the nose jumped up 1/2 inch with the spec B top hats. Just wondering if I'm going to see more like a 7/8 drop. we are working on the drop amount now. Non lowering will prob be for IMPREZA and lowering will be for LEGS. mw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebpda9 Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Reading? > me I am curious to see the results of these with the Bilstein HD/Spec B struts. I am definitely interested, especially if it lowers the nose a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoRilla Posted April 16, 2008 Share Posted April 16, 2008 Put me down as a definite as long as there is some special initial pricing. I Need more camber adjustment, plus more drop in the front. Hijack: What solutions are there for rear camber adjustment on the legacy? Maryland's Suby friendly Realtor. My favorite suby shop: http://www.IAGPerformance.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted April 16, 2008 Share Posted April 16, 2008 4BoxParts adjustable rear "forward" links, and Perrin spherical bearing links. I went with 4BoxParts links because they're bushing type, as opposed to the unsealed spherical bearing type that perrin offers. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhBe1 Posted April 19, 2008 Share Posted April 19, 2008 Outback-compatible? 06LOB2.5i MT, JDMRSB, GYTTs, HPS, LGT Mufflers & Leather Wheel, SubiMomo Knob, Inalfa Moonroof, Clutch Switch Bypass, DeDRLd, DeChimed, & Straight Headrest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saul_Good Posted April 19, 2008 Share Posted April 19, 2008 AHHHHHHHHHHh i wanted these like 3 years ago!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaceComp Engineering Posted April 21, 2008 Author Share Posted April 21, 2008 Outback-compatible? yes. mw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoonwacker Posted April 22, 2008 Share Posted April 22, 2008 This could be just what I've been looking for...maybe a bit pricey compared to some of the other camber plates, but worth it for the combo of camber plate + anti-sag... sorry...this forum practically blows goat nuts so im not always on here.Team Pony Express POSTED FROM MY COMPUTER USING A WEB BROWSER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebpda9 Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 are they out yet ? i hate the suspense Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idontknow Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 I'd buy a set. I don't need more camber adjustment (no track days for me). BUT, I would really like to get rid of the Subaru Sag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoRilla Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Put me down as a definite as long as there is some special initial pricing. I Need more camber adjustment, plus more drop in the front. Hijack: What solutions are there for rear camber adjustment on the legacy? Any ideas RCE? Maryland's Suby friendly Realtor. My favorite suby shop: http://www.IAGPerformance.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaceComp Engineering Posted April 23, 2008 Author Share Posted April 23, 2008 Prototypes are done and we should have them in 1 week. Camber adjustment will be limited with OEM dampers to the inside of the body of the car. On the Impreza, most can get about -2.5-ish on OEM struts. With coilovers -3.0 PLUS will be easy. Nothing for the rear yet..but with our development of 08 STi parts, it wont be long. Myles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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