Welcome to the North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club Friday March 29, 2024
Home Forums Images WikiNASIOC Products Store Modifications Upgrade Garage
NASIOC
Go Back   NASIOC > NASIOC General > Member's Car Gallery

Welcome to NASIOC - The world's largest online community for Subaru enthusiasts!
Welcome to the NASIOC.com Subaru forum.

You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, free of charge, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, so please join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us.







* As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 
* Registered users of the site do not see these ads. 
Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 10-09-2018, 01:08 PM   #1
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default Bugeye Journal | "the boogeyman” RSTI

Just a journal, tracking changes, modifications and updates. This car was a "ranch find" on offer. I know we don't all have the time to sit and read threads, therefore I'll save you the backstory and proceed with pics and cliff notes. I once owned an 04 STI and even though I loathe black, it was silver too. I missed it quiet a bit after I sold it some 7yrs ago. I bounced from car to car, never happy. After loosing my most recent daily in a collision, I decided it was time to find another subi. But this time the bugeye front end would be refreshing for me.

I've been on an edgy vehicle look for quiet sometime. With visual touch ups, I thought to myself, this car may do just fine (Note: NEVER think to yourself, express and share thoughts with others, get feedback and opinions, hehe). Purchased non-running and setup for a rotated FMIC kit, I'd have my work cut out for me doing it my way.



The savings factor, despite what it looked like on the outside the car had some fairly decent pros, that made it worth the risk. A full 2005 STI conversion was tucked beneath the chassis panels.......What great logic, right? Yup! Trigger pulled!



The day I picked it up just felt gloomy, maybe it was a premonition of things to come. But I was still excited...gang gang.


TDL/Notes/Tips/Tricks/Research:



Engine/Power/performance/Monitoring


ALARM
  • Alarm question: 2nd stage unlock wire?
    https://forums.nasioc.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=869213

  • grounded when armed
    https://www.the12volt.com/installbay...asp?tid=140965

  • Ken Gilbert Wiring Diagram
    https://ken-gilbert.com/wrx/mans/7%20-%20WIRING.PDF

  • FYI: 02-06 Impreza/wrx/STi alarm/Autostart wiring guide
    https://forums.nasioc.com/forums/sho....php?t=1049887


    Quote:
    Originally Posted by 12vpro View Post
    I thought I would do this for all the DIY'ers out there.

    I have seen multiple thereads as to "where is this wire yadda yadda blah blah"

    12 VOLTS White 4-pin blue plug at steering column +
    IGNITION Green 4-pin blue plug at steering column +
    ACCESSORY Yellow 4-pin blue plug at steering column +
    STARTER White/black 4-pin blue plug at steering column +
    KEY SENSE White/red In 2-pin black plug at steering column +
    TACH SIGNAL Blue/white In brown plug behind battery AC
    LOCK Red/white In white 20-pin plug at Body ECU -
    UNLOCK Yellow/red In white 20-pin plug at Body ECU -
    DOORPIN Yellow In 16-pin connector at keyless entry module -
    TRUNK PIN Yellow/red In 16-pin connector at keyless entry module -
    TRUNK RELEASE Manual release
    BRAKESWITCH White/black At switch above brake pedal +
    PARKLIGHTS Orange In main black harness at steering column +
    HAND BRAKE Pink Below handbrake in center console -
    HORN Green/red In black 5-pin plug at steering column -

    CLUTCH SWITCH Green/yellow At connector above clutch pedal
    TYPE 2
    DRIVER WINDOW UP Blue/red On back of window switch in driver's door
    REV POL
    DRIVER WINDOW DOWN Blue On back of window switch in driver's door
    REV POL
    PASSENGER WINDOW UP Red/blue On back of window switch in driver's
    door REV POL
    PASSENGER WINDOW DOWN Black/blue On back of window switch in
    driver's door REV POL
    VSS WIRE Green/yellow At cruise control module pin 19

    TYPE 2 Clutch bypass
    Indicates a wire that must see ground during the crank
    cycle to engage the starter. Pin 86 goes to the starter
    wire and pin 85 to a ‘ground when running’ output from
    your remote starter.

    This Wiring is typical on all 2002-06 Impreza, wrx, sti


    For more detailed info PM me.


LED / LIGHTING
  • https://forums.nasioc.com/forums/sho....php?t=2412893

    DIY JDM Bugeye to USDM STI Headlight Wiring
  • https://forums.nasioc.com/forums/sho...php?p=45791436


    Quote:
    Originally Posted by JDMJNKY View Post
    Overshot, over-scrutinized, overestimated, overthinking; it.

    I feel dumb, kind of glad no one chimed in. A note to future me(s): bugeye to usdm STI is 99% the same. The 1% covers the 2 plus that do not “plug n play;” the HID ballasts and signal. For the jdm bugeye HID ballasts to usdm Harness, and jdm Bugeye HL to ballast you can get a plug to rectify that seemlessly. I don’t know exactly where to get it yet, but I’ll update that part when I do.

    Ballast Testing/ Wiring - Wire it up as follows: Orange (jdm) to black (usdm), Brown (jdm) to red (usdm).

    For the turn signal, I do not have a blobeye Sti HL, therefore I can not confirm this; but a 04-05 signal female plug w/ pigtail is needed if you do not wish to cut your oem 05 HL Harness. If you’re ok with splicing proceed as follows: bugeye pigtail (jdm) cut & solder red white to red / yellow (iirc), Black (jdm) to black (usdm), Black / green (jdm) to black / green (usdm) and you’re all set.

    Extras: this should be a no brainer. Ballast to bugeye HL. Black to black, orange to orange brown to brown.

    Time to order up the cut off shields....woot!

Exterior

Suspension TECHniques
* Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

Last edited by JDMJNKY; 12-06-2019 at 01:06 AM. Reason: new links
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Sponsored Links
* Registered users of the site do not see these ads.
Old 10-09-2018, 01:43 PM   #2
JeffrWRX
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 48589
Join Date: Nov 2003
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: Murrieta, CA
Vehicle:
2003 911 Carrera 4S
2020 Ascent *Lifted*

Default

interesting... looking forward to the progress. Looks like a fun project to clean up and bring back.

*not a huge fan of the fenders but oh well
JeffrWRX is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-10-2018, 01:39 AM   #3
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Thanks Jeff. I hope the "bang for the buck," wins here. I was looking for the Sti parts the most, it was a bargain purchase. A powered up bugeye was what I had hoped to buy.

* Neither am I, they could have been done a lot nicer IMO. I was eyeballing the AWB flares, but spending the money only to wait and not like them, would have sucked. Getting my feet wet with this setup helped me revise what flare style I'd like to do. No rush on my end right now, still much to due.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-11-2018, 10:38 AM   #4
Northern
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 425051
Join Date: Jul 2015
Vehicle:
2016 HyperBlue STi

Default

Those flares look rough, best of luck though.
Northern is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-11-2018, 12:25 PM   #5
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Northern View Post
Those flares look rough, best of luck though.
Understatement of the year, like Butt truthfully, after seeing them over and over, it's as though a 5yr old did them. LOL. Good news is, I do not plan on keeping the car setup like this forever.


My goal for this engine bay was, return everything to stock. For me to get started I had to do something with all that dust that was built up. After blocking/masking things up, I let some degreaser sit over night. The next day, I purchased a gas psi washer and sprayed down the engine bay.







Removed the IM & spacers





Traded away the aftermarket TMIC & BOV I had purchased for this stock TMIC, then proceeded to wrap it in the reflective tape.



With the IM off I cleaned up the runners and TB ports, then used some VHT wrinkle red to revive the oem sti feel. I was missing so many essentials, I had to reach out to a friend and my local subaru dealer for parts. At this time, I also replace the silicone inlet, with one from rev9. I sold off the JMT version that had the BOV plug.






Previous owner was planning to make this a "track car" and had removed A/C. Being that I considered it a daily, I'd spend the next few days sorting what I needed to do this right. Dealt with some local scammers (my fault, knowledge is power), but Nate Frye on Fb came in clutch, as helped me get all the correct 05 sti AC parts.



I don't know what radiator was in the car but I assumed it had to be the original NA one. I'd assemble and take things apart a few times to make sure I got the details right. This one in particular involved me tapping the core and adding a barbed fitting.


all fitted, the wait for subaru parts began.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-11-2018, 01:05 PM   #6
Fndragn
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 470845
Join Date: Jul 2017
Chapter/Region: MWSOC
Location: Iowa
Vehicle:
2011 Sti
DGM

Default

Does it only have 1 front coil over?
Fndragn is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-11-2018, 11:26 PM   #7
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Yes, the donor car the swap came from had a damaged front coilover. I'll be addressing suspension before it hits the road.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2018, 02:59 AM   #8
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

FFWD. Some oem parts arrive, some installed. Basic misc, parts were ordered: hoses, clamps, vacuum lines, inlet to EBC, TMIC to Inlet, inlet to BOV. Bolts for AC compressor, adjuster nut & bolt for the tensioner, belts, acc. cover.



With the arrival of parts, I'd bounce back and forth from bay to interior. This car was dusty all around. I removed the dash to do away with the old analog AC and upgrade to the newer digital/auto HVAC. I'd also use this time to test horns and the alarm system.








Previous owner had no clue as to what the ecu & immobilizer really meant, I'm just glad the one I had for sale, never sold. It came in handy like many of the other parts I used to finish this car up.



I've been saving this for almost a decade, pretty stoked I have a car that I'd like to install it into.



Aug & Sept. were VERY hot months; fetching this old ez-up would change working outside for the better. At this point the engine was ready to fire up. Fresh oil & filter, at this point unbeknown to me, the car had sat for 2yrs. I loosely set the interior back in JIC I'd need to pull it once more.







I didn't post the start up videos but after a successful start up, I took this image. Everything went well except for the t stat not opening, which is a major-minor step back.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2018, 11:35 AM   #9
hellavetica
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 436595
Join Date: Dec 2015
Chapter/Region: Tri-State
Location: NY.
Default

Congrats on the start-up !! And also good job on reviving her and cleaning her up. Keep up the progress as I see so much potential. Cheers.
hellavetica is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2018, 02:36 PM   #10
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Thank you man. This car was missing quite much, more than anticipated and surely more than seller correlated; I too am happy the start up went fairly well.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2018, 03:20 PM   #11
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Steam boating along I focused on a few pcs of interior trim. Locally these parts seemed hard to source and ebay was the next best thing, without the frustrations.









With the faux CF trim looming around in my thoughts, I thought I'd try the duplicator kit.



CRASH & BURN: the curves proved to be challenging and blew out important areas of the pattern. I scrapped the idea, sanded it down and went for the OE look instead.



This color was something cool to spray, it leave behind this fiber looking fuzz you're instructed to dust off once it dries.



Shifter trim also received my love.




painted
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-13-2018, 03:20 PM   #12
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

personalized


Not sure why it looks so textured, it’s not as it appears. For now, it’s acceptable.


The shades were not off from the OE by much at all, being it’s a huge visual piece, I did the radio bezel as well.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-16-2018, 12:02 AM   #13
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Ordered a set of ebay coilovers for the car. Even though the seller was "honest" about the vehicle, I took it with a grain of salt; I didn't want to spend too much before I was able to test drive and verify everything was fully functional.





The Megan coilover measurements crossed over perfectly for the front. While I was underneath the car I noticed a few things that would need attention:
- Most importantly, my steering joint was .5-1"
- Damaged/Dented Oil pan
- Leaky exhaust manifold gasket
- Rack & pinion looked tired and worn



until parts roll in, on jack stands he'd stay.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2018, 01:48 AM   #14
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Undercarriage updates.

Replacement Front Crossmember




PSI Washed





A few coats of black aerosol








Old Rack & Front member out



New reman 06/07 WRX STI Rack arrives



OE Parts
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2018, 01:50 AM   #15
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Another part I had saved joins the new setup.



TY Cdorch for the oil pan & pick up, came in clutch.



thanks to Noren Fab, a new steering linkage was fabricated




***8232;


Back on car with some new megan engine mounts


JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2018, 08:41 AM   #16
DumbstixLars
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 205942
Join Date: Mar 2009
Chapter/Region: TXIC
Location: ATX
Vehicle:
2003 WRX,00 2.5RS
2007 2.5i, 04 STI, 99 OBS

Default

Lots of work. I remember seeing bugeyes lines up on dealer lots new. Funny to see someone restoring one.
DumbstixLars is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2018, 03:39 PM   #17
Zmanwrx23
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 438620
Join Date: Jan 2016
Chapter/Region: MWSOC
Location: Des Moines, IA
Vehicle:
2006 WRX Sedan
CGM

Default

This is an awesome build. I am especially interested in what it took to swap from manual to automatic HVAC controls. My car already has the automatic controls but I always hear people say that the swap would be really hard and require a bunch of parts and it never seemed like I could find anyone who attempted it. I'm very interested in seeing if it all functions etc. Props to you man!
Zmanwrx23 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2018, 09:40 PM   #18
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by DumbstixLars View Post
Lots of work. I remember seeing bugeyes lines up on dealer lots new. Funny to see someone restoring one.
I wish I would have understood what I know now, I would have purchased subarus way back then. Phenomenal cars even in stock trim. I've yet to own a bugeye, passionately trying my best to clean it up over time.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Zmanwrx23 View Post
This is an awesome build. I am especially interested in what it took to swap from manual to automatic HVAC controls. My car already has the automatic controls but I always hear people say that the swap would be really hard and require a bunch of parts and it never seemed like I could find anyone who attempted it. I'm very interested in seeing if it all functions etc. Props to you man!

Man it's really easy to get the mechanics in. From my visual comparisons, adding a wrench to the works, you don't even need the 05+ HVAC all you need is the motors and mounting screws. Everything else is identical. The blower motor on the 05 does have a different connection.

Keep in mind though, my car has a complete sti swap and harness.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-20-2018, 01:47 PM   #19
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Ceramic coated and re-installed the ebay EL header using OE gaskets. I also used some heat tape on the nearby coolant lines and oil pan.


With no front bumper, I picked up this from a local. I'd come to realize it wasn't the right one for 02-03, as it was designed for 04-05.





The bumper fit, but was awkwardly snug and pushed forward a bit. It was extremely rough; I viewed it as a patch just to get to the next step.



Lacking seats, I decided to buy some buddyclub seat rails to pair them with some bucket seats I had in the garage.





Google hunting, I saw this and fell in love. It would be perfect to tie in the STI them hidden inside. Despite how cheap I wanted to be, I knew this was a must buy, in time.




Driverway Tingz. First test drive around the block went well. An alignment is highly necessary and the P/S needed some more fluid and to be bled. I spent the evening removing the old FRP bumper & support designed for a big wing in favor of an OE one; also sourced on offerup.



Last edited by JDMJNKY; 10-21-2018 at 09:09 PM.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-21-2018, 09:37 PM   #20
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Elaborating on the DrivewayTingz

New Tires and a fresh new layer on paint for the wheels.





Signs of hack everywhere, I know.



Bit the bullet, I couldn't stand the tattered front end and bought the JDM front clip/cut


With the JDM front end on I decided color matched flares would be less of an eyesore and began to spray them.




morning after view



w/ replica lips


JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-21-2018, 10:24 PM   #21
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

I'd find myself multitasking ideas and planning changes to the car. After I found out it had a TD04 turbo, it drove me nuts. Coincidentally I was able to source a VF48 from my buddy Eder at pacific speed. I saw it in a box at his place and asked if he'd sell it, turns out he was looking to get rid of it. I would have to address the rebuild before the install, as he mentioned it leaks. It did have the infamous wastegate crack; in-which I'd repair as well.



Like a good subaru owner, a nagging cell led me to purchase an accessport.



Focusing on the turbo, I'd address the turbo overhaul first.


gave it a quick port


Crack repair - After grinding V grooves into the cracks, I used the JB WELD HIGH HEAT method. I'm very skeptical of this stuff, but it dried so rock solid and it was very difficult to sand, I felt it was worth giving a shot. I only need the turbo to last for a year or so.









All said and done, I'd choose the popular BRED combo. Since I did this while at work, I couldn't stop and document ea. step. Overhauled using the "ebay kit" cast cleaned compressor housing and exhaust inlet. VHT ceramic coated black and red.



Last edited by JDMJNKY; 10-25-2018 at 12:37 AM.
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-24-2018, 01:30 AM   #22
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Future planned updates are being forced along. Those TGV codes don't sit well with me. TY to all the forum members for their contributions and DIY threads. I spoke to a friend of mine over at Ralli Candi who just happend to have a side feed set. I picked them up and got straight down to business.








I used a hammer and a chisel to break away the inner divider "quickly"





I normally use sanding rolls but I wanted to get my practice in with these new bits. They rip away material like no other.





here you can spot the newb mistakes


JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-24-2018, 01:33 AM   #23
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

I spent a good few hours going over the flaws, properly shaping and matching each shape as best I could. I'm usually pic intensive, baffled right now as I can't seem to find images of the injector side error corrections, but i'll take some.





Cleaned up the surface as I'm thinking of doing them wrinkle red.


JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-24-2018, 02:13 AM   #24
ProZach626
Scooby Newbie
 
Member#: 186084
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: St. Louis Metro East
Vehicle:
2018 STI
SWP

Default

Great thread. Keep the updates coming.
ProZach626 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-24-2018, 04:27 AM   #25
JDMJNKY
Scooby Specialist
 
Member#: 253498
Join Date: Jul 2010
Chapter/Region: SCIC
Location: sOuL-CaLiFoRnIa
Vehicle:
02 RSTI
MURK'D

Default

Thank You. I'll do my best.

Random, if anyone cares to watch; I enjoyed this lil video Impreza vs Lancer.
http://www.facebook.com/www.InitialP...5972914207978/
JDMJNKY is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:18 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.0
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Powered by Searchlight © 2024 Axivo Inc.
Copyright ©1999 - 2019, North American Subaru Impreza Owners Club, Inc.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission
Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.