Scooby2.5 Posted October 1, 2008 Share Posted October 1, 2008 Since some are having trouble with the megan racing coilovers on the Outback we are looking for a possible alternative if it comes to that. I was wondering if you can place aftermarket LGT coilovers on an Outback XT and still have it be CLOSE to stock height? My understanding is that Outbacks have some sort of lift built into the frame? I have my megan racing coilovers set to 1-1.5 inches lower than factory and was wondering if I could get close to this height with the LGT coilovers from another vender? I also wanted to know if there are any LGT aftermarket coilovers that allow you to use the factory tophats? Also any suggestions on the best LGT coilover for a daily driver that is similar to the megans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 I was making a new thread, and saw this pop up in the "suggested". Though it wasn't related to the thread I was making, I thought I'd chime in! I'm going to be running a set of Endura-Tech's prototype "Outback Specific" coilovers soon. I say "Outback Specific" in quotes, because while sprung for the Outback, they do require lowering. The official drop height remains to be seen, but it looks like it will be in the ~1.5" to 2" range, which should look JUST right. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubberman Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 I think that Megan is made by BC Racing...supposedly the BR versions are better so I'm not sure if this is a good suggestion for you or not. I have a set of BC Racing BR coilovers on my LGT wagon and had some rear ride height issues with the std length cartridge. I called BC Racing in Fl and spoke with them, they have longer threaded cartridges that will work since the valving is the same according to them. I picked up a couple of longer cartridges for the rear on my car so that I don't have to run so much preload to get off the bump stops. You might consider giving BC a call if you have an idea as to the length cartridges you are looking for, but once again, if Megan is a problem then you might not be looking for BR products. Guess what I am trying to say is you might be able to retrofit other cartridges on the Megans and order them to your ride height requirements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 The BC/BR coilovers are indeed made by the same company as the megans.With that said though, all the reports I have read is they are way better.Alot of STI guys are running them on NASOIC and really like them. Someone put the LGT ones on an outback and it lowered the car about 1.5If I Ever have trouble with the megans again that is what I am going to do. Also I talked to import image and they can custom make the cartridge length for the same price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoobySTi07 Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 Well we'll find out some time in the next few weeks. I just ordered a set of extended BC Racing BR coils through ImportImage. From most of the failures we've seen here it's been primarily the inverted front coilovers, so along with the design and ok reviews I've been reading about the BC/BR design I'm hoping for better results. The Ridiculousness is no more But you can have your very own piece of it. **The Ridiculous Part Out.** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 Good to hear I will be looking forward to your review Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Share Posted January 14, 2010 Well we'll find out some time in the next few weeks. I just ordered a set of extended BC Racing BR coils through ImportImage. From most of the failures we've seen here it's been primarily the inverted front coilovers, so along with the design and ok reviews I've been reading about the BC/BR design I'm hoping for better results. Can you do me a favor when you get them and measure the cartridge length from the top to the bottom? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoobySTi07 Posted January 14, 2010 Share Posted January 14, 2010 Can do man. I'll throw up a comparison to the MR's I'll be pulling off as well. The Ridiculousness is no more But you can have your very own piece of it. **The Ridiculous Part Out.** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pww Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 I'm pretty new but I have a question that fits pretty well in here: I've been looking for a Legacy wagon, but finding one newer than 05 is about impossible, and the 05's have bad side safety ratings, so I started looking at the Outback. However, I want to be able to go LOW with this car, and based on what I've seen about options for the OB, there isn't much out there for even mild drops? Should I just drop the OB from consideration? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted January 19, 2010 Share Posted January 19, 2010 Why would a lack of mild-drop options prevent you from going low? Remove the body spacers and use LGT coilovers and you have an LGT wagon. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted January 19, 2010 Share Posted January 19, 2010 o yeah, just remove the spacers. real easy My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAC5.2 Posted January 19, 2010 Share Posted January 19, 2010 Not "easy" but not insurmountable. It can be done. [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 Lots of people have talked about it, but I have never heard of anyone successfully doing it My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted January 22, 2010 Author Share Posted January 22, 2010 Can do man. I'll throw up a comparison to the MR's I'll be pulling off as well. Great that is exactly what I need. I am currently running the megans with my car 1.5 inches lowered. Im curious what and how the BC's do. That is the route I wish to go if we can get the data.....sounds like you are the man for this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted January 22, 2010 Author Share Posted January 22, 2010 Not "easy" but not insurmountable. It can be done. Where exactly are these spacers that can be removed? When I look under mine I dont see anything that is easily removable. It would be nice to have some pictures of the difference between the LGT and the Outback in this area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 The subframe that the suspension mounts to, is thicker on the OB. It's hard to tell unless you've seen both. It just looks normal. My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniels Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Did anyone end up slamming their OBXT on LGT coils? Asking for a friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoon Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Since some are having trouble with the megan racing coilovers on the Outback we are looking for a possible alternative if it comes to that. Could you elaborate on the issues you're having with the Megan set? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrho Posted March 1, 2018 Share Posted March 1, 2018 You can lower a OBXT like a Legacy on Legacy coilovers as long as you remember to also swap out the bump stops for the Legacy ones as well. If you don't, the ride would be bumpy as hell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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