LegacyKid5 Posted July 29, 2017 Author Share Posted July 29, 2017 Finally finished the Brembo install and so far I am loving it! The parts used were: - DBA T3 ClubSpec 4000 Rotors - Hawk HPS 5.0 Pads - Stoptech SS braided front lines - LGT specific SS braided rear lines - KNS version 1.1 adapter Started by removing all stick components and cleaning the Brembo calipers, pad shims, pad pins and cotter pins. After that I rebuilt all four calipers with with new piston seals and dust boots. The fronts were a breeze other than a bit of a struggle removing the stock brake lines. The rears were another story. I started by removing the the dust shield to make room for the new rotor, sanding down the spot welds, and painting the raw metal black. After that I ground out just enough on the control arm to clearance the bolt head while mounted to the adapter. Once that was done, I painted it black. I ended up having to use a thicker washer between the bolt holding the caliper to the bracket to provide enough clearance between the bolt and the rotor. And with that, the install was finally done! And with the wheels back on: Now to install the Grimmspeed master cylinder brace. Interested to see how noticeable the difference is after installing it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus30R Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 Wheels look super fresh mate with the Brembos, nice stuff! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebourne Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 They are gorgeous, and super bonus that the beauty is just an aesthetic plus on top the improved performance... pic thread build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valleylegacy Posted July 29, 2017 Share Posted July 29, 2017 No issue with the blinking taillight. The JDM harnesses I received with the taillights worked on the driver side, however the plug that connects to the harness out of the car was a different plug. When I tried to use the stock USDM harness, obviously the plug was the same, however the actual light socket that goes into the taillight was different. Most people will cut the light socket on the harness to fit but I didn't want to do that in case I ever put the other taillights back on. I had read that 08/09 outbacks had no issue running these lights with their stock USDM harness, so I picked up a passenger side harness and the plug was the same and the light sockets fit the taillight housing. Interesting. Correct me if I am wrong. The JDM rear Tail light harness doesn't work? Cause my REV D-F Wagon JDM tails came with the harness and it was plug and play. You are correct they only have two sockets on the taillights. Did your JDM tails not come with harness? I'm a little confused cause I haven't had issues with my JDM tails on the 05 wagon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 Installed my DAMD d shaped steering wheel today. I've wanted one for awhile and I'm stoked to finally have it on the car! A subtle but great upgrade to the interior. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus30R Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 I think a nice steering wheel is often overlooked, but having a DAMD myself, it might be the best thing I've done on the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 Wheels look super fresh mate with the Brembos, nice stuff! Thanks! Funny thing is I picked these wheels out years ago partly because they cleared Brembos, so it's nice to finally see them together on the car. They are gorgeous, and super bonus that the beauty is just an aesthetic plus on top the improved performance... It's a win win all around! Loving the improved stopping power. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 Interesting. Correct me if I am wrong. The JDM rear Tail light harness doesn't work? Cause my REV D-F Wagon JDM tails came with the harness and it was plug and play. You are correct they only have two sockets on the taillights. Did your JDM tails not come with harness? I'm a little confused cause I haven't had issues with my JDM tails on the 05 wagon. You are correct, the JDM right side harness has a different male style plug than what matches the female end on the car. I received JDM harnesses for both lights with them, the left side worked fine but the right side plug was different. And the USDM light socket didn't match up to allow me to use the stock ones from my 05, so I purchased the 08/09 outback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted July 31, 2017 Author Share Posted July 31, 2017 I think a nice steering wheel is often overlooked, but having a DAMD myself, it might be the best thing I've done on the car. Agreed! It's what connects you to the car and you look at it every time you drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebourne Posted July 31, 2017 Share Posted July 31, 2017 Installed my DAMD d shaped steering wheel today. I've wanted one for awhile and I'm stoked to finally have it on the car! A subtle but great upgrade to the interior. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I so want one of those... pic thread build thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 6, 2017 Author Share Posted August 6, 2017 Finally got around to installing the JDM spec b front end that had been sitting around for an embarrassingly long about of time. Parts installed: - JDM Spec B bumper - Rev D-F Honeycomb Grill - JDM STI Lip with skirt - JDM Foglights - JDM Fender Liners - JDM Crash beam and foam Everything removed for JDM parts: New JDM parts: And with the bumper and lip on: Eventually I am going to get the front end repainted (hood, bumper, and fenders) and have the license plate hols filed to match the curve of the bumper and run a relocation kit. The car is really starting to get where I have imagined it for awhile now, starting to think of what's next and where I you'd like to see it long term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus30R Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Holy shit balls man, that looks absolutely insane! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 7, 2017 Author Share Posted August 7, 2017 Holy shit balls man, that looks absolutely insane! Thanks man! I can't stop going to look at it in the garage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kojak Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Very well done wagon. Front looks superb in that color with the honeycomb grill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Wish I would have bought that front end when I had the chance. Looks great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 7, 2017 Author Share Posted August 7, 2017 Wish I would have bought that front end when I had the chance. Looks great! I'm definitely glad you said no when I asked! And thanks man, I need to go for a ride in that newly built wagon. Very well done wagon. Front looks superb in that color with the honeycomb grill. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzAvi8r Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 super super jelly. built looks great!! I really like the jdm center console. my wife has been begging me to get rid of the stocker so she can connect her phone to the radio. looks like the environmental controls are a bit different though. any issues with that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 super super jelly. built looks great!! I really like the jdm center console. my wife has been begging me to get rid of the stocker so she can connect her phone to the radio. looks like the environmental controls are a bit different though. any issues with that? Haha thank you! And the JDM double din works with no issues, the controls themselves for the HVAC are reversed from the USDM models but everything functions as it should. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzAvi8r Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 thanks. now who do I have to kill to get one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 thanks. now who do I have to kill to get one? They come up for sale used on here every once in awhile but tend to go quick. Otherwise Avo JDM has them new. There is a whole thread on here about how to do the install too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 13, 2017 Author Share Posted August 13, 2017 Unbelievably stoked on how these photos are coming out, more to come! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JazzAvi8r Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 Pure Sex!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyKid5 Posted August 21, 2017 Author Share Posted August 21, 2017 Went to Big Northwest Subaru Meet this past Saturday and entered the car in the show. Ended up taking home best legacy and outback 2000 to present! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Heck Ya! Well done and congrats! Such a great wagon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4S-TURBO Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Congrats! I got pics of your car. Actually a few nice Legos representing at the Big Meet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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