TTG Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 (edited) **EDIT: I will keep this thread as a modification journal..... Scroll down for additional pictures & mods (they will mostly be cosmetic) The wait is over! My car finally came in :-) It is the first 2012 3.6R Legacy in WA state. Ice silver looks a bit lighter than the old silver. Per my request the car was not dealer prepped so sorry for the dirty pictures. I will post some additional pictures of it when I am done with the detail / prep job. I am pretty impressed with 3.6R in comparison to my 08 Legacy 2.5i. Clear Bra / 35% tint will be the next mods. I have HIDs on order and already changed some of the bulbs to LEDs. I am still waiting for someone to figure out how to operate fogs without the headlights..... (Any help on that front will highly be appreciated) http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111007_153109_zps39d6f257.jpg http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111007_153133_zpsbd565b92.jpg Edited June 8, 2015 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minuccims Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 AWSOME!!!! Contrats and enjoy. Good choice with clear bra and tints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berkshire40 Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 Congrats, and cool beamer. I am still waiting for someone to figure out how to operate fogs without the headlights..... (Any help on that front will highly be appreciated) one way that would work would be to just run your own wire to a new switch then the fogs Mod list & photos _ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChasWG Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 That's a very pretty color. I almost went with the 2011 silver, but just couldn't get past the SPW. Enjoy the new car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awdG35killer Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Looks good man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 That's a very pretty color. I almost went with the 2011 silver, but just couldn't get past the SPW. Enjoy the new car! Hey Chas, did you just say pretty?!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rakapur Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 the wait is over for me to.... kinda my dealer finally got one in ins a n/a 2.5 but still, anybody want to buy it?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted October 14, 2011 Author Share Posted October 14, 2011 (edited) I guess I will keep updating this thread as I do more stuff to the car. Yesterday was full clear bra (including rocker panels) & 35% Formula 1 tint all around. She also got her very 1st wash and 1st tank of gas at 300 miles.... I am planing on doing a full detail & paint protection over the weekend to get her ready for rainy Seattle winters. I also realized that there is an identical 2011 3.6R Silver in my neighborhood. I will get pictures of two cars taken side by side to compare colors.... Here are some pictures after wash, clear bra & tint. (1 week since delivery) http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111013_140512_zpscfb287d8.jpg http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111013_140425_zps2a53c5ab.jpg http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111013_135927_zpsa5ee7998.jpg Edited June 8, 2015 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slow03 Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 I really like those wheels. I wish they were standard on my 2.5 Premium. I think I like my steel silver just a bit more. Glad to see you take care of your car. I try to give mine a wipe down with spray detail once a week. Hopefully I can fit in a proper cleaning before winter hits! Congrats on the car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minuccims Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 Car looks great with tints. Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted October 16, 2011 Author Share Posted October 16, 2011 (edited) Thank You..... Today was a long detail day. 8 hours total. I can do a write up if people are interested but the day went something like this: -Install Home-link Mirror -Debadge (except 3.6R) - Wheels were prepped with P21S Wheel Cleaner and cleaned up with various brushes - Tires were spritzed down with P21S TAW and washed down - Wheel wells were cleaned up - Pre Washed - Wash down and rinsed - Door jambs were cleaned up - Clayed - Dried - Tires dressed - Masking - 1 Step Menzerna Super Finish - Inspection - Last Step – Zaino Z5 - Wheel wells were cleaned and dressed - Rubber and Plastics Treated - Exterior windows and mirrors cleaned and sealed - Exhaust tips cleaned - Windows were clayed, cleaned, and sealed Here is a teaser: http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111015_163923_zpsc554980f.jpg Edited June 8, 2015 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailKill Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Thank You..... Today was a long detail day. 8 hours total. I can do a write up if people are interested but the day went something like this: -Install Home-link Mirror - Wheels were prepped with P21S Wheel Cleaner and cleaned up with various brushes - Tires were spritzed down with P21S TAW and washed down - Wheel wells were cleaned up - Pre Washed - Wash down and rinsed - Door jambs were cleaned up - Clayed - Dried - Tires dressed - Masking - 1 Step Menzerna Super Finish - Inspection - Last Step – Zaino Z5 - Wheel wells were cleaned and dressed - Rubber and Plastics Treated - Exterior windows and mirrors cleaned and sealed - Exhaust tips cleaned - Windows were clayed, cleaned, and sealed And I thought I was anal about cleaning my car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Marker Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Nice. It takes me ~8 hours for a similar full detail. In lieu of washing the door jams I've started using waterless car wash and I do it at the end. Although I don't do any specific treatments for black plastic or seals. What do you use? 2011 Volvo S60T6 & 2013 Volvo XC60T6 Polestar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecBGuy Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 +1 on nice color Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 (edited) Nice. It takes me ~8 hours for a similar full detail. In lieu of washing the door jams I've started using waterless car wash and I do it at the end. Although I don't do any specific treatments for black plastic or seals. What do you use? Thank You. On the Subaru I've used Zaino Z-16. I also recommended Adams Super VRT or anything made by SwissVax if you want to spend some $$$. Edited October 17, 2011 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 (edited) Here are some post detail shots: http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111016_152446_zps64e3ee1b.jpg http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111016_152354_zpsf7cd018a.jpg http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111016_152235_zpsa36f691d.jpg And............ Ice Silver Metallic vs Silver Metallic http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111016_182142_zpsf07dca03.jpg Edited June 8, 2015 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
formattix Posted October 17, 2011 Share Posted October 17, 2011 Sweet Ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted October 17, 2011 Author Share Posted October 17, 2011 (edited) And a small tribute to my previous 2008 Legacy 2.5i Limited. The BEST looking Subaru I've ever owned. She still looked brand new after 3 years 40K miles of ownership..... My coworker prety much stole her right before it's lease was up. I still get to see her everyday Below is a pic taken after her last detail right before delivery to its new owner..... http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/DSC00220_zpsa04d0a99.jpg Edited June 8, 2015 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htioki Posted November 18, 2011 Share Posted November 18, 2011 clear bra and tint were my first mods as well when i got the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmmrdwn Posted November 18, 2011 Share Posted November 18, 2011 (edited) Fanstastic. Great job detailing. Our windshield had a wacky film on it when the car was new. It was like the factory or local dealership dumped liquid wax on it. The wipers would glide across it and it would get milky. I had to use Bon Ami powder to cut through the crap and get the windows sparkling. There were some other detail issues that the local dealer didn't do well on. You did fantastic. Nice additions on the tints by the way. Edited November 18, 2011 by hmmrdwn your neighbor was in his window.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubaruIgor18 Posted December 6, 2011 Share Posted December 6, 2011 Very nice Color! I have the same color as well, but mine is 2.5i premium. Enjoy the H6 engine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted December 7, 2011 Author Share Posted December 7, 2011 (edited) here is the latest addition. JDM / EDM cup holders..... Before http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111119_133243_zpse97ae1ea.jpg After http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e391/tgunal/Subaru%202012/IMG_20111120_141315_zps2b950ddf.jpg Edited June 8, 2015 by TTG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magic Marker Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 ^^Love it... how much did all the parts cost? 2011 Volvo S60T6 & 2013 Volvo XC60T6 Polestar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted December 7, 2011 Author Share Posted December 7, 2011 ^^Love it... how much did all the parts cost? Trim is: $125.00 Cup Holder is: $90.00 + shipping from Japan ($40)...... Bit pricey but it is the little things that count IMO..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogue77 Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 Very nice. Pricey but nice. I'm just here for the mods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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