I have a few questions...

mjalex007 · 07-16-2004, 03:32 PM

The search engine has been "out of service" every time I've tried it this week. I picked up an 05 Baja Turbo this week and want to throw money at it. Can anyone tell me:

What brand(s) short shifter definitively fits the Baja? Which one is most popular with among Baja owners?

What is the model number K&N filter?

If you have the Subi tonneau cover, what do you think of it (fit, finish--that sort of thing)? It's cheap compared to the SnugLid, Penta and Ozzbros and I'm leaning that way unless spending 3X as much is a wiser option.

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ez bturbo · 07-16-2004, 03:54 PM

The K&N is the same as for the 03-04 legacy (turbo and non-turbo the same). I dont remember the part number off the top of my head, but I could look it up if you cant find it.

I have the factory installed tonneux cover. It works like a champ, its easy to open and close, but a pain to remove completely (I usually just tuck it under the plastic portion that runs between the chrome rails). Also, it does cut down on your ability to put tall items between the two rails because there is a plastic portion that is difficult to remove that goes there (you need a screwdriver to remove). I was annoyed at first, but found that my bed extender more than made up for that, and I have yet to really have a problem because of that. I am also pleased with how well it seals-- I have been through torrential downpours and the items in the bed did not get wet.

There is a factory subaru sti short shifter that seems like a decent bet as far as shifters go, and since subaru is very touchy with the warranties thats also a factor.

cnminter · 07-16-2004, 05:35 PM

I would agree that for the money the factory cover works well. As for shifters you may want to check out the stage 1 drivetrain package from Cobb. I don't have it yet, but it looks good.

BajaNut · 07-16-2004, 07:38 PM

You can got to http://www.rallitek.com and they have a bunch of stuff for the baja.

hatake · 07-16-2004, 11:30 PM

Try:
http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...hreadid=485717

He tried and tried. I think it's worth checking.

mcsvt · 07-19-2004, 01:20 PM

I have the cobb stage one drivetrain mod. I set it a little to short to start off with and need to actually lengthen the shift now to make it a little smoother, but overall I am glad I did it. Good luck.

mjalex007 · 07-19-2004, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mcsvt

I have the cobb stage one drivetrain mod. I set it a little to short to start off with and need to actually lengthen the shift now to make it a little smoother, but overall I am glad I did it. Good luck.

I've been considering the same set up. Are you using the stock knob? Is there any problem using the stock boot? I'd like to get a Momo knob but I don't want to hassle with getting another boot and trying to make it all fit.

mcsvt · 07-20-2004, 04:18 PM

Yes I am using the stock knob and boot. I think it looks just fine, might upgrade to a weighted shifter someday.

moraisins · 07-22-2004, 04:58 PM

ez bturbo,

does the factory tonneau cover lock? sounds like it's water proof as well? the price is definitely reasonable.

ez bturbo · 07-22-2004, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moraisins

ez bturbo,

does the factory tonneau cover lock? sounds like it's water proof as well? the price is definitely reasonable.

It does not lock, unfortunately. However, I looked in the parking lot at work at a bunch of truck covers, and none of them seem to lock either.

It is listed as water resistant. If I drive through the car wash though, the bed does not get wet, so its pretty close to water proof in my mind.

I am pleased with how it works, there have been several times now (last time at the gas station two days ago when some old guy came over and started talking to me about the baja) where I have opened the cover very quickly, shown how the bed extender works, and put everything back together in about a minute or so.

moraisins · 07-22-2004, 05:51 PM

does it open the same way the snuglid does, on hinges? or do you have to take the whole thing off in order to put stuff in the bed?

BajaNut · 07-22-2004, 09:21 PM

the factory bed cover is vinyl and it rolls up to the bars and has a hard plastic pice between the bars and the cab.

07-16-2004, 03:32 PM	#1
mjalex007 Scooby Newbie Member#: 66022 Join Date: Jul 2004 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Massachusetts Vehicle: 2005 Baja Turbo Black	I have a few questions... The search engine has been "out of service" every time I've tried it this week. I picked up an 05 Baja Turbo this week and want to throw money at it. Can anyone tell me: What brand(s) short shifter definitively fits the Baja? Which one is most popular with among Baja owners? What is the model number K&N filter? If you have the Subi tonneau cover, what do you think of it (fit, finish--that sort of thing)? It's cheap compared to the SnugLid, Penta and Ozzbros and I'm leaning that way unless spending 3X as much is a wiser option. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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07-16-2004, 03:54 PM	#2
ez bturbo Scooby Newbie Member#: 56048 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Aiken, SC Vehicle: 2004 baja turbo 5spd black/dark gray	The K&N is the same as for the 03-04 legacy (turbo and non-turbo the same). I dont remember the part number off the top of my head, but I could look it up if you cant find it. I have the factory installed tonneux cover. It works like a champ, its easy to open and close, but a pain to remove completely (I usually just tuck it under the plastic portion that runs between the chrome rails). Also, it does cut down on your ability to put tall items between the two rails because there is a plastic portion that is difficult to remove that goes there (you need a screwdriver to remove). I was annoyed at first, but found that my bed extender more than made up for that, and I have yet to really have a problem because of that. I am also pleased with how well it seals-- I have been through torrential downpours and the items in the bed did not get wet. There is a factory subaru sti short shifter that seems like a decent bet as far as shifters go, and since subaru is very touchy with the warranties thats also a factor.

07-16-2004, 05:35 PM	#3
cnminter Scooby Newbie Member#: 61826 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Wisconsin Vehicle: 2003 Baja red	I would agree that for the money the factory cover works well. As for shifters you may want to check out the stage 1 drivetrain package from Cobb. I don't have it yet, but it looks good.

07-16-2004, 07:38 PM	#4
BajaNut Scooby Specialist Member#: 36905 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: Boulder Creek/Santa Cruz, CA Vehicle: 2006 Legacy GT Slvr leggtnut on lgt.com	You can got to http://www.rallitek.com and they have a bunch of stuff for the baja.

07-16-2004, 11:30 PM	#5
hatake Scooby Newbie Member#: 34811 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Denver Vehicle: 04 Baja T Black	Try: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...hreadid=485717 He tried and tried. I think it's worth checking.

07-19-2004, 01:20 PM	#6
mcsvt Scooby Newbie Member#: 56289 Join Date: Mar 2004 Vehicle: 2003 Baja Black	I have the cobb stage one drivetrain mod. I set it a little to short to start off with and need to actually lengthen the shift now to make it a little smoother, but overall I am glad I did it. Good luck.

07-20-2004, 04:18 PM	#8
mcsvt Scooby Newbie Member#: 56289 Join Date: Mar 2004 Vehicle: 2003 Baja Black	Yes I am using the stock knob and boot. I think it looks just fine, might upgrade to a weighted shifter someday.

07-22-2004, 04:58 PM	#9
moraisins Scooby Newbie Member#: 65907 Join Date: Jul 2004 Vehicle: 2004 baja sport mystic blue	ez bturbo, does the factory tonneau cover lock? sounds like it's water proof as well? the price is definitely reasonable.

07-22-2004, 05:51 PM	#11
moraisins Scooby Newbie Member#: 65907 Join Date: Jul 2004 Vehicle: 2004 baja sport mystic blue	does it open the same way the snuglid does, on hinges? or do you have to take the whole thing off in order to put stuff in the bed?

07-22-2004, 09:21 PM	#12
BajaNut Scooby Specialist Member#: 36905 Join Date: May 2003 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: Boulder Creek/Santa Cruz, CA Vehicle: 2006 Legacy GT Slvr leggtnut on lgt.com	the factory bed cover is vinyl and it rolls up to the bars and has a hard plastic pice between the bars and the cab.