Sideways the Seven Posted August 9, 2013 Share Posted August 9, 2013 2005 OBXT 5MT - 108,780mi (purchased w/84K 04/2012) Replaced/Replacing: 107K A/C Receiver/drier, evaporator etc (warranty) 97K OEM clutch replaced w/Spec Stage II and OEM WRX flywheel Brake rotors and pads Passenger CV axle e-brake boot driver's side window switch Modifications: 90K - Cobb Accessport Stage I reflash 96K - LGT wagon OEM struts/springs 108,650 - Megan upipe and TurboXS downpipe and Cobb OTS Stage II reflash 108K - Prodrive PFF7 18x8 +51 on GT Radial Champiro 245/40/18 105K - Plastidip grille and rear chrome on liftgate I'm happy with it. Yeah, it has a few things that it needs, but I don't have any real complaints. -Brandon 2007 Chevrolet Suburban LT3 1981 Chevrolet C10 LWB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SATSFYD Posted August 9, 2013 Share Posted August 9, 2013 My heatshields are pretty rusted. Some areas the bolts have rusted thru. Got a price to replace the one down by the oil pan. $300 or so. It was recommended that I wrap my pipes instead. Anyone done this yet? So I had my headers on my Integra wrapped but found out that was a bad move when I found that the metal on the headers "cracked" and had to be rewelded. After I had them rewelded by a shop I had them ceramic coated inside and out instead of re wrapping them. I will never wrap headers again! I will only ceramic coat them. By that's just my experience... **There are two types of people in the world, those who build horsepower and those who buy it. Which one are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibr_adam09 Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 (edited) Wrapping cast iron headers are ok. Have to be carefull with ss aftermarket headers. Edited August 10, 2013 by ibr_adam09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 124k miles here, and finally went stg2 for the first time recently.. Burns about a half quart every 3k miles, idles smooth and runs well. Shifts fine, but my 5mt makes some noise that I believe are the center diff transfer drive bearings. Standard maintenance is all she's needed, but I'll need to see what's up with my trans soon. 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...
BagheeraLGT Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 189xxx Bought car @ 100xxx with 0 records Totaled her after 1 month of owership. Too guilty to walk away, so I rebuilt her with Salvage title. I do my own oil every 2500 miles to keep her happy Went stage 2 around 140xxx Annually I bring her to shop for a 30/60/90 k service Only had to do irregular maintenance 1x- my harmonic balancer went Otherwise all of my dollars spent are mod related Only other thing which came to mind is these days, the radiator fan is always on. I think I need to replace a relay in the harness. Overall couldn't be happier. I picked up an 09 OBXT because I know what I'm getting myself into. Planning to port over my stage 2 setup to the Outback and return the Legacy to stock and keep commuting in her as long as I can. near term future, I will turbo swap the outback after all supporting mods are in and instal that VF46 into the Legacy before the current one in there blows. Selling the Legacy seems to not be in the cards as the salvage title and high mileage would be a sub $5000 return. Long term plans are to build the Leggy into a fun autoX car. Goal of 400+ hp/tq @ the wheels. Built block, FMIC, rotated turbo, the whole bit. Very much hoping that it materializes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BagheeraLGT Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii210/Liam_Wolff/CoolStoryHansel.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 ^ see this thread regarding your cooling fans running, and post #13 has some important details.. 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...
BagheeraLGT Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Awesome. Thnx for the info mr booze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 Yessir! 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...
rxl1972 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 I'm only at 113,501, all stock. The car is running perfectly! No leaks, drips or noises. The car runs beautifully and I couldn't be more happier knowing I made the right decision buying this car. I plan to be buried in it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 My wagon runs great at 176,000 miles...(disclaimer, not very much of my wagon is orginal) I think the only orginal parts are the right front and both rear axles. Oh yea, right outter tie rod end too, also sway bars and rear bushings and end links. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
instantfury Posted September 27, 2013 Share Posted September 27, 2013 Finally hit 230k today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holla Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Has anyone had an oil pickup fail?? seems more like its a problem on the STi's Yes, this is what killed the original engine in my car. I must have bought it with the oil pickup cracked. The first time I really rowed the gears on the car, the day I took delivery on it, I was at the top of 3rd and the oil pump blew out. This was at 102k. The dealer I bought it from replaced the engine. I just rolled over 121k. The only other thing I replaced in the last 20k was both rear wheel bearings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian3676 Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 My pick up failed. 80k. Rebuilt engine with the killer b pickup. Had MAF fail, and fuel pump fail also. Center diff bearings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAMMER DOWN Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Surpassed 230k+ on the way home from work, almost 2 weeks ago. Mike Mileage:331487 Retired/Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted October 30, 2013 I Donated Share Posted October 30, 2013 My Spec.B is at 84,000. Did PCV valve to fix oil consumption and intake manifold gaskets to fix cold-start issues this past spring, and fixed the dash rattle a few months back. One of the buttons recently fell out of my HomeLink mirror. Other than that, all problems since I bought it at 60,000 have been wear items (clutch, brakes) or mod-related (creaks and clunks from suspension). I drove almost 20,000 miles the first year I had it. I'm still roughly on that pace over the past 2 months. So I should hit 100,000 somewhere around next August or September. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 240k now. getting the bugs worked out. oil filter seal leak is fixed, new coolant tubes leading to it replaced as well. next, new bushings, end links, right side tie rod ends and new front shocks. 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...
instantfury Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 Taken today. I need a new axle and seals for both sides up front, new tires, alignment, and a new power steering pump. Other than that. .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 nice!. what's your goal mileage wise? I want 350k and then maybe more. 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...
instantfury Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 As long as she'll go. Haha. Mainly posted because hd and I damn near had the same mileage yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
04caliwrx Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 153k but I'm a little na 2.5i Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 178,550 miles on my 2005 runs great...oh yea, there's not much on it that hasn't been replaced or rebuilt. (tranny's been apart 7 times). Rear diff's been in there about 35,000 miles. Hey, still running the OEM driveshaft and U joints and 3 out of 4 axles. Left front axle has been replaced 2 times. Love the car 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skiman Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Hi Guys and gals. BSM LGT turned 200,000 last week. Original owner bought new and picked up in 9.2005. Royal Purple since 10,000 miles. Have replaced turbo 15,000 miles ago with full engine flush and all that's required by dealer, replaced intake tumbler, throttle body, shocks, end links, sway bushings, rear wheel bearings, new radiator 10,000 miles ago , valve cover gaskets and normal headlight bulbs, battery, etc. Due for new LCA'S, ball joints and from driver side axle since the boot sleeve is torn. Then new tires and alignment for the winter. I'm probably forgetting a few minor things, but, the car is great and fun to drive up here in the hills of western NJ. CD player died around 100,000 miles. Plan was to go to at least 250,000 miles when I bought it. Plan to keep as no rust or damage, few dings here and there. Kudos to Ryan and the team at Fred Beans for excellent services and parts pricing that have allowed me to keep my baby running and in great shape. See you all on the road, flick your lites to say hi to other subie drivers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 (edited) 200k on the original motor with Royal Purple and stock map, nice! Edited November 2, 2013 by BoozeRS05 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...
c-lo Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Hi Guys and gals. BSM LGT turned 200,000 last week. Original owner bought new and picked up in 9.2005. Royal Purple since 10,000 miles. Have replaced turbo 15,000 miles ago with full engine flush and all that's required by dealer, replaced intake tumbler, throttle body, shocks, end links, sway bushings, rear wheel bearings, new radiator 10,000 miles ago , valve cover gaskets and normal headlight bulbs, battery, etc. Due for new LCA'S, ball joints and from driver side axle since the boot sleeve is torn. Then new tires and alignment for the winter. I'm probably forgetting a few minor things, but, the car is great and fun to drive up here in the hills of western NJ. CD player died around 100,000 miles. Plan was to go to at least 250,000 miles when I bought it. Plan to keep as no rust or damage, few dings here and there. Kudos to Ryan and the team at Fred Beans for excellent services and parts pricing that have allowed me to keep my baby running and in great shape. See you all on the road, flick your lites to say hi to other subie drivers. agreed. ryan at Fred beans is great to deal with! 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...
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