rahulkatti Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Sorry, I accidently posted this thread in the photos section Hey guys, I have this question stuck in my head, could use your comments to answer it. Over this summer, I plan to do a suspension upgrade (better sway bars) which I have been told is the best suspnsion upgrade to aid handling. I feel that the Legacy has a kinda slow steering, I still like it, its just that before buying the legacy, I test drove a 05 WRX Automatic. I loved that car, especially when I approached a 90 degree left hander at considerable speed, tried to hit the apex of the painted road dividing line and the car turned in so fast that i ended up on the wrong side of the road. The steering had a really fast response. It was an amazing adrenaline shot. But I bought my legacy and I feel I made the right decision. So my question is that "Is there any way to make the legacy's steering faster? Any tuning, any mod or any aftermarket item?" Or simply" It Cannot be done" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rahulkatti Posted May 21, 2009 Author Share Posted May 21, 2009 Sorry, Posted it in the wrong section. I dont know how to delete a thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
absolutsnwbrdr Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 not sure... but this question would be better suited anywhere but the Photos forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rahulkatti Posted May 21, 2009 Author Share Posted May 21, 2009 Hey guys, I have this question stuck in my head, could use your comments to answer it. Over this summer, I plan to do a suspension upgrade (better sway bars) which I have been told is the best suspnsion upgrade to aid handling. I feel that the Legacy has a kinda slow steering, I still like it, its just that before buying the legacy, I test drove a 05 WRX Automatic. I loved that car, especially when I approached a 90 degree left hander at considerable speed, tried to hit the apex of the painted road dividing line and the car turned in so fast that i ended up on the wrong side of the road. The steering had a really fast response. It was an amazing adrenaline shot. But I bought my legacy and I feel I made the right decision. So my question is that "Is there any way to make the legacy's steering faster? Any tuning, any mod or any aftermarket item?" Or simply" It Cannot be done" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 lift more weights?? 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 threads merged, that's why it looks a bit funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wpmarky Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 I thought sway bars just reduce roll during a turn. From what it sounds like to me, you might prefer to upgrade your springs/shocks instead. Those will give you better response and handling. Next things you can do are the Steering column bushings, and/or LCA(lower control arm) bushings. Those will make your steering stiffer, and will give you more 'feel'. But it sounds like you want the opposite? You want your small steering wheel inputs to result in quick steering in your wheels? Sounds dangerous to me at high speeds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 http://www.q-rack.com/ They sell now racks for 08+ Impreza - same fitment as LGT. Be ready to spend $$$$$. Note, won't work in VDC equipped cars to the steering angle sensor. Not a concern for 05 LGT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Th3Franz Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Your rack in the LGT is an STI rack which is a quicker ratio than an 05 WRX I'm pretty sure. The big difference is suspension and steering feel. Upgrade sway bars and dampers and see if you still think the WRX turns faster. -Franz The end of a Legacy http://www.youtube.com/th3franz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Correct LGT steering ratio is same as USDM STI. Faster than all other USDM Subaru models (except 2010 Legacy which supposedly gets bit quicker rack). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryN Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 http://www.q-rack.com/ They sell now racks for 08+ Impreza - same fitment as LGT. Be ready to spend $$$$$. Note, won't work in VDC equipped cars to the steering angle sensor. Not a concern for 05 LGT. That's a nice rack!! *cat whistle* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec B Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Correct LGT steering ratio is same as USDM STI. Faster than all other USDM Subaru models (except 2010 Legacy which supposedly gets bit quicker rack). IMO...same rack or not, my buddies stock 2006 STI responds to wheel input significantly quicker than my LGT with coilovers and JDM sway bar..I mean a lot quicker. Maybe it is the bushings?? As a matter of fact, my wifes 09 FXT stearing seems to be quicker too.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Camber, tire type and profile and LCA bushings can influence steering response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rnstein69 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Wheel base is a huge factor in this. The WRX has a shorter wheel base than the LGT making it more nimble around sharp turns. A shorter wheel base will also make for a choppier ride. Think about the wheel base of an F350, or better yet a tractor trailor and how wide they have to take turns. It is a similar concept except not nearly as exageratted lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spec B Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 ^ wheel base makes sense..more nimble is the best way to describe the STI vs my car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryN Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 You could also toe out... It will make turning into corners faster! :O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katalyst Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Camber, tire type and profile and LCA bushings can influence steering response. agreed. you could start by swapping your bushings and then getting aftermarket wheels paired with a tire that has a stiffer sidewall. doesn't involve quite as much labor as swapping the rack out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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