Rhitter Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 heat-wrapping the downpipe...can this be added to this list? It's only really applicable to after-market downpipes to help keep the CV boot in good shape. I don't think it's known if an unwrapped pipe accelerates wear, it's just conjecture at this point. You can also get bolt on heat shields to help protect the CV boot. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 Headder wrap is bad for rusting pipes even stainless pipes ! High temperature silver or silver ceramic paint will help a lot , a heat shield is probaby best. Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 It's only really applicable to after-market downpipes to help keep the CV boot in good shape. I don't think it's known if an unwrapped pipe accelerates wear, it's just conjecture at this point. You can also get bolt on heat shields to help protect the CV boot. Headder wrap is bad for rusting pipes even stainless pipes ! High temperature silver or silver ceramic paint will help a lot , a heat shield is probaby best. Can you show me a link? Can't find one anywhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 ^ for paint or heat shield ? Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Heat shield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schumacher Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Is changing the auto tranny fluid every 7k miles necessary? Is this based on chemical analysis or anecdotal evidence? I would think 20k miles would be adequate but I'm fine with being proven wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Imho 7 k miles is ridicules. The manual i think says never Imho i think 50 000 is reasonable Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Heat shield I dont have Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Imho 7 k miles is ridicules. The manual i think says never Imho i think 50 000 is reasonable i think 7k is excessive, 15k is reasonable if you drive hard. but really just check the color and go from there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Heat shield This is the one I got - [ame=http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001G7H6IA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1]Amazon.com: Thermo-Tec 11650 1' X 4" Pipe Shield: Automotive[/ame] Crappy picture, but this is what it looks like http://i.imgur.com/HaKIXq7.jpg My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 This is the one I got - Amazon.com: Thermo-Tec 11650 1' X 4" Pipe Shield: Automotive Crappy picture, but this is what it looks like http://i.imgur.com/HaKIXq7.jpg interesting. i see that you wrapped AND shielded. if i just get he shield will it be enough? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 That DP is wrapped backwards, sorry.. You wanna wrap toward the turbo. EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 That DP is wrapped backwards, sorry.. You wanna wrap toward the turbo. Yeah...I realized that after I wrapped and installed it. In another year and a half I'll fix it. interesting. i see that you wrapped AND shielded. if i just get he shield will it be enough? Mine is ceramic coated, wrapped, and heat shielded. Just pure and pointless overkill. I had had a track day before I installed it and I was amazed at how much heat was in the engine bay. So I went a little overboard... My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 mine is just a DD with no track days, should i at least heat shield it? might make a few long drives later in the year that's about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 I believe a 'reliability mod' would be to own this software+bluetooth sensor Since knock is the one of the main reasons (if not the main reason) for failed ringlands, we should monitor it! This program can alert you when the knock sensor 'hears' something. If you don't own an AP, or carry your laptop around at all time with romraider running, I believe all LGT/OBXT owners should own this tool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amptramp Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 You can build your own sensor and amplifier to listen to knock: http://www.autospeed.com/cms/article.html?&A=0353 You can compare the results of what you hear and when the timing is pulled to see if you need more sensitivity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Sure. But I like to monitor more than just knock, like one of the forum member's screenshot below. And having the convenience to have this on my phone or tablet is priceless. http://www.btssm.com/scrnshots/scrnshot36digital.png Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amptramp Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 You can get ELM 327 adapters running Torque, a free app, and using either Bluetooth and an Android tablet or WiFi and an iPad and is compatible with OBDII and CANbus. Torque Pro is available for a nominal price and would give you a more user-definable dashboard. Or you could go with a Scangauge or Ultragauge which plugs directly into the OBDII socket and allows you to see any four items on OBDII. The separate knock sensor plus amplifier allows you to sense knock at any location on the block, not just where the factory sensor is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 I have torque pro with the ELM 327 as well since 2010 or 2011. Refresh rate is very very slow compared to this app (granted it is not Torque's fault; it is the adapter's fault). The above app has been specifically designed for our car by a fellow member. He's done a great job. And this can also report a 'learning view' screenshot, which Torque can't do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 i've heard a few members say it helps to keep your engine cover on if you have a stock TMIC...is this true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhitter Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 i've heard a few members say it helps to keep your engine cover on if you have a stock TMIC...is this true? Don't think it really matters. You just want to make sure that the hood scope mates up to the TMIC. But honestly if daily driving it's not going to matter at all. My OBXT build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivonr Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Don't think it really matters. You just want to make sure that the hood scope mates up to the TMIC. But honestly if daily driving it's not going to matter at all. good...because i think it looks hideous haha. i like to see the working parts when i pop the hood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xt2005bonbon Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 I would think that the cover helps channel all the fresh air coming from the hood scoop to the intercooler. It would seem that without the cover, a portion of the cold air would channel around the intercooler and not go directly on it. But how much performance you may loose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 It's less about the top cover and more about the undercover -- it helps with pressure differentials which lend to more air going into the TMIC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTDogg MA Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 And the engine cover doesn't do shit if you have a monster TMIC... I might chop mine up just to cover the other ugly stuff, but it'll never cover the TMIC itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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