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07-12-2016, 12:39 AM | #19651 | |
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More pics of this car pls
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07-14-2016, 02:09 PM | #19652 |
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So I finally got around to buffing out my headlights and the results from just wet sanding and polishing were amazing. The right one wasnt buffed yet in this picture but in person it's a night and day difference
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07-15-2016, 02:02 AM | #19653 |
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Will take some better pics when its light out. Current mods- Engine: Grimmspeed Lightweight Crank Pulley Flex Innovations Grounding Kit AEM hi-flow dry paper filter (wayyy better than K+N imo) Suspension: Tanabe Front Tower Brace Cusco Rear Tower Brace Rallitek HD Rear Endlinks + 24mm rear sway Exhaust: SPT Catback Exhaust (off an 09' WRX if i remember correctly) Aero/Body: Ebay Grille + custom 2.5i emblem EZ lip front lip WRX rear spoiler Ebay LED driving lights in front bumper (about to take them off, they are a POS) Rallyarmor Urethane Mudflaps Wheels Sparco Assetto Gara Gold 17 x 7.5 48mm offset Interior: Premium leather steering wheel Red LED Dome and Map lights Knockoff Aluminum STi pedals |
07-15-2016, 07:24 AM | #19654 |
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Markuz93, I love your custom emblem. I always appreciate pride our base model. Way to make it your own!
You didn't mention your lights. Paint or overlays? |
07-15-2016, 03:01 PM | #19655 |
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07-18-2016, 10:57 PM | #19656 |
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2010 Outback Sport
2010 Outback Sport wheels fitment.
So I'm looking at these esr sr08 wheels that are 18x8.5 30et and thinking in regards of tires 235/40. So personally I like a little poke but I honestly have no clue how these would look and I know 30et is quite a bit. On stock suspension, will it rub or need to roll fenders? I'm coming from civics so I really don't know a whole lot about these cars. All help is appreciated. Last edited by michaelbawss; 07-19-2016 at 03:48 PM. |
07-19-2016, 03:14 PM | #19657 |
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2011 OBS. 5sp Manual.
Interior: Swapped newer headunit from a Forrester (digital display vs. old analog), added armrest extension/lift, all-season mats, trunkliner, cargo net. Exterior: Rear bumper protector, mudguards, exhaust tip, red tints on taillights, 35% tints on windows, Sparco Terras - Matty |
07-19-2016, 03:44 PM | #19658 |
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2010 Outback Sport wheels fitment.
So I'm looking at these esr sr08 wheels that are 18x8.5 30et and thinking in regards of tires 235/40.
So personally I like a little poke but I honestly have no clue how these would look and I know 30et is quite a bit. On stock suspension, will it rub or need to roll fenders? I'm coming from civics so I really don't know a whole lot about these cars. |
07-19-2016, 04:13 PM | #19659 | |
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I think on stock suspension you should be fine |
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07-19-2016, 05:17 PM | #19660 |
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07-19-2016, 05:19 PM | #19661 |
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Never mind, should have read the later post. Did you make the emblem?
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07-19-2016, 08:38 PM | #19662 |
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/252359856285?rmvSB=true
https://www.reddit.com/r/subaru/comm...the_25i_badge/ Personally, I plan on getting one and putting it on a 09-10 WRX grill with red striping. Should turn out nice. Now to try to find decals. |
07-19-2016, 10:29 PM | #19663 | |
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07-20-2016, 10:39 AM | #19664 | |
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Thanks chillwill!! Here's the 411... WHEELS: Sparco Terra 17 x 7.5 21 lbs. Offset +48 5 x 100 bolt pattern TIRES: Continental Extreme Contact DWS 205 / 50 ZR 17 The tires have a few months left in 'em... I have ~35k on 'em so far. I'm HUGE into snowboarding and I drive to the mountains a LOT in the winter months, so I like to have solid tires. The car has ~76,000 miles now, so I'll likely replace the suspension sooner than later. Not sure what the plan is yet (King Springs?), but when I do upgrade I'll look to replace the tires as well. I want a little more "meat" on the tire, so I may change the size a bit... to a 205 / 55 ZR17. (maybe!) I know that I may need to roll the fenders a little if I size-up too much. I LOVE the Contis, but I understand they're no longer in production so I may go with Nokian WRG2's. Thanks!! |
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07-20-2016, 10:40 AM | #19665 |
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Love some of the unique N/A cars on here. Here's mine...
List of sheet I've done: - 20% tint all around (greatest cosmetic mod out there imo) - KB short shifter (have the bushings, just haven't put them in) - Anarchy Motive weighted knob - WRX rear sway - WRX OEM wheels 17x8 +53 (235/45 tires) - Grounding kit - Footwell illumination kit - Tailpipe cover - Inno fairing Cheers, Dirk |
07-20-2016, 07:21 PM | #19666 |
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Sparco rims ftw! |
07-21-2016, 03:16 AM | #19667 | |||
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My advise is to get cheap 16" or even 15" winter wheels & snow tires, and get 225/45R17 summer performance tires for next spring... You'll have MORE fun driving throughout the year. |
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07-21-2016, 09:33 AM | #19668 |
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I've been running 235/45 A/S tires for two winters now and consistently drive over mountain passes with 6"+ of snow and have never gotten stuck or even close to it. I think the train of thought that "a skinnier tire sinks into the snow and gets traction" is a total farce that tire companies put out there so that you buy two sets of tires. If you understand the limitations of any tire's snow/ice traction then you can get by with a good A/S tire. Show me the physics of why a skinnier tire is better and I may believe you. Any "sink" you get from a skinnier tire is compensated by the extra surface area in contact with the ground that you get from a wider tire.
Now, if you're sticking metal studs into a tire then you are actually doing something for your stopping power but if you're talking stud-less snow tires then I just don't think it's worth dropping 100s of $ for two sets. One nice thing about winter/summer set ups is that it makes both sets last a lot longer. Cheers |
07-21-2016, 10:19 AM | #19669 | |||
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Thanks for the info Frendyman!
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I appreciate the feedback guys... this is an AWESOME thread!! Let's keep it going! - Matty |
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07-21-2016, 01:04 PM | #19670 |
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Looking for some suggestions....
1. I have a small scuff on the dash trim-piece that runs from the ignition key, through the a/c controls, and over the glovebox. I can sand and paint it, but I don't think it'll ever match the other trim pieces correctly. Any thoughts on where I can find a replacement? 2. I already upgraded my head unit, but the speakers are only "OK". Any suggestions on replacement speakers for the stock ones? I have the tweeters near the A-pillars... no sub-box. Not looking to go nuts with audio.. just looking to upgrade the stock speakers. 3. Bumper protection!! I'll be having my bumpers cleaned up (standard-issue damage from parking in the street )... and I'm hoping to keep them clean for as long as possible. Suggestions on any strip-protectors? Or maybe some other solutions? ADVTHANKSANCE - Matty |
07-21-2016, 06:43 PM | #19671 | |
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You've been lucky w/ A/S tires. A/S tires are compromised tires... Not great in summer nor winter... Just OK. I used to run A/S tires before... until I tried summer tires I didn't realize how much fun I've been missing. :/ Have you seen rally cars w/ fat snow tires? There's a reason for that... There are studded, studless, & winter performance tires... Pick one that suits your condition/need... I'd rather be safe than sorry... A few hundred $ is way cheaper than my car or life. :/ |
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07-21-2016, 06:50 PM | #19672 | |
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1. Try wrapping vinyl. 2. All Subaru H/U are weak. :/ Upgrading speakers won't help. In fact, aftermarket H/U w/ stock speakers sounds better than Subaru OEM H/U w/ aftermarket speakers. 3. Not much you can do other than avoiding to park next other cars... I usually park at the furthest spot from the crowd. :/ |
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07-21-2016, 11:14 PM | #19673 | |
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Completely agree that nothing beats a good pair of summer sport tires for good-weather driving, Fendy. Our N/A's need all the help they can get! I was merely stating that for the average daily driver, A/S tires get the job done... Even in bad weather. Rally racing is a different story, of course. Knowing the road conditions and being aware will save your car and life more than any tires will. Cheers Ps I'm a hypocrite because I have summer tires in the garage that I put on when I'm not too lazy |
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07-22-2016, 12:35 AM | #19674 |
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Appropriate tires are critical.
That's why I have this in my garage... |
07-22-2016, 02:45 AM | #19675 |
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^damn Jourdan... Lol
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