What Once was mine...is mine Again - Page 9

Silver571 · 03-04-2021, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Scooby South

Its starting to get the look I want.. Like I say going to get the goldies refinished.. Does any body have the color or a DIRECT MATCH to Factory for Powder coating???

I don't know the color code, but grimmspeed sells paint that is supposed to match.

Link: https://www.grimmspeed.com/grimmspee...SABEgJdHvD_BwE

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Scooby South · 03-04-2021, 07:26 PM

Bringing it forward

Current pics...

With 2017 OE STi Enkei 18's..

With the OE Goldies

Underhood

Version 8 Interior with a Custom Flatbottom GD steering wheel

Updated Intercooler pics.. with breather tube update.. Secured using 1/2" black nylon Hose connectors. looks great

Have to trim the throttle body hose .. but overall looks great

Enjoy

Its starting to get the look I want.. Like I say going to get the goldies refinished.. Does any body have the color or a DIRECT MATCH to Factory for Powder coating???

Bill

Scooby South · 03-04-2021, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silver571

I don't know the color code, but grimmspeed sells paint that is supposed to match.

Link: https://www.grimmspeed.com/grimmspee...SABEgJdHvD_BwE

Thanks good sir.. I have some already.. but wanted to possibly get them Powder Coated for longevity

Bill

WhiteZombie · 03-05-2021, 10:41 AM

I didn't think I'd be so into them, but I think the Enkeis look awesome on there!

Scooby South · 03-05-2021, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteZombie

I didn't think I'd be so into them, but I think the Enkeis look awesome on there!

I like um...

somebody actually Changed the color to Hyper Silver... on a White VA STi.. looks good with the silver.. might change to gold also.. we'll see.. for now these will work.

In other updates.. all waiting parts have the potential to get put on the weekend of the 13th.

We'll see.. wash, ceramic coat... ENJOY...

coming to Fruition...

Bill

Scooby South · 03-07-2021, 06:05 PM

Went on a quick Gas Run today.. Had burned about 1/2 tank cranking it up and letting it run.. Quick 20 miles drive to cycle the fluids and row thru the gears .. God I love this thing.

.. NO Salt Was encountered during this evolution

It drives absolutely amazing with the new Shoes..Very Happy

JP Chestnut · 03-07-2021, 06:48 PM

I'm really happy for you. I'd love a project like that.

Silver571 · 03-07-2021, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby South

Absolutely beautiful!

ScoobyGT · 03-08-2021, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby South

Hey man,

Your car looks great with the 2017 STI wheels !
Like it !

WhiteZombie · 03-08-2021, 11:03 AM

Hey I forget where you're located.... Michigan? Any plans to get this car back on a race track ever?

Scooby South · 03-08-2021, 11:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

I'm really happy for you. I'd love a project like that.

Thanks ... once I get the parts on here in the future.. It will be pretty much coming to a close.. but only after it fulfills my vision in my head

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silver571

Absolutely beautiful!

Thank you good sir.. yours is in pretty amazing shape also

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScoobyGT

Hey man,

Your car looks great with the 2017 STI wheels !
Like it !

Agreed... they are a bit on the heavy side.. but they look great

Thanks

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhiteZombie

Hey I forget where you're located.... Michigan? Any plans to get this car back on a race track ever?

Close... Wisconsin.. I might do a track day here and there.. but no Autocross competition...or at least not seriously.. maybe a 'vintage' run..LOL

Thanks everybody.. looks like the other goodies will be going on here in coming weeks. then Just ENJOY THE HELL out of it

I will be documenting all future endeavors.. of course

Bill

Scooby South · 03-09-2021, 03:11 PM

65 here in the Tundra today... had a chance to install the rear strakes.. I LOVE IT.

Still deciding on the Rear Aprons. we'll see, but for now.. looks pretty Damn good IMO..

enjoy

Grocery_GetterWRX · 03-09-2021, 03:16 PM

MAN! That is so cool, like a little time capsule you never thought you would get back.

Congrats!

Scooby South · 03-10-2021, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grocery_GetterWRX

MAN! That is so cool, like a little time capsule you never thought you would get back.

Congrats!

Thanks.. Very Very Fortunate for sure.. This time, it isn't going anywhere.

Mine for the long Haul

Bill

96accord · 03-11-2021, 08:09 AM

Looks good Bill!

But Panthers fan?

Scooby South · 03-11-2021, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 96accord

Looks good Bill!

But Panthers fan?

LOL.. Been one since before they were first annouced that they were a team in 95. Redskins one way..Falcons the other back when .. plus.. GREW up In Carolina..soooo phhhhhhhhht ..

oh and thanks.. almost getting to the point I am running out of things to do..LOL.. Turbopp/injectors/Intercooler/Downpipe/3 port upgrade this weekend..hopefully

then ....Tune..

Bill

tracknerd · 03-11-2021, 07:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby South

65 here in the Tundra today... had a chance to install the rear strakes.. I LOVE IT.

Still deciding on the Rear Aprons. we'll see, but for now.. looks pretty Damn good IMO..

enjoy

Looking good! The strakes make a bigger difference than I expected.

snowboardr424 · 03-12-2021, 08:29 AM

I just read every post. I've got lots of Subaru stories, and this one is special! Looks like your enjoying every second, look forward to see what else you do! Take care!

blobsti77 · 03-12-2021, 03:10 PM

beautiful

Scooby South · 03-13-2021, 03:04 PM

Thanks everyone.. I truly appreciate it.

WELL TODAY IS THE DAY all of my Engine goodies go on.

nothing too elaborate.. Billet Wheeled VF48, 850cc Sidefeeds*no Corn, Grimmspeed LTD Catted downpipe going into a HKS Carbon/Ti Catback.. 2019 RA intercooler and Grimmspeed 3port.

Somewhat apart now

All of the topside nuts and bolts are either soaking or broke loose already,,
Got some AWESOME Nutbuster lube.. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

And a Preliminary Pic of whats its going to look like when its back together.. . LOVING IT <3

Thanks for looking.. now to go bust the stuff on the bottom loose..
Downpipe/Turbo. etc..

Have a great day people.

Bill

Scooby South · 03-14-2021, 03:13 AM

And Done... Running and Idling

working on the tune with my tuner. got some buttoning up to do. but its 99% together.. and RUNNING.. Wahooooo

Sooooo pretty

Money Shot.. Enjoy..

Soooooo sooooo Happy and its coming out pretty much the way I envisioned it. working on the heat shield with the SPT piece... and I was able to remove the K&N Heatsheild and refinish it .. it was pretty rough.. but its coming along . Awesome DAY today for sure.

more later

Bill

archer1.8 · 03-14-2021, 04:23 AM

Really interested in seeing how the VF48 does with the new billet wheel

technikhaus · 03-14-2021, 04:26 AM

OOh so pretty! Keen to see what power it makes on that!

Scooby South · 03-14-2021, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by archer1.8

Really interested in seeing how the VF48 does with the new billet wheel

Quote:

Originally Posted by technikhaus

OOh so pretty! Keen to see what power it makes on that!

Right now dialing the tune in with my tuner running kinda rough. but its coming along

Will keep you posted on what it does.

Bill

Scooby South · 03-14-2021, 09:31 PM

Man this thing was nasty..
Refurbished it.. looks way better..with wrinkle Flat black.. looks at home now

Before pic

03-04-2021, 07:26 PM	#202
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	Bringing it forward Current pics... With 2017 OE STi Enkei 18's.. With the OE Goldies Underhood Version 8 Interior with a Custom Flatbottom GD steering wheel Updated Intercooler pics.. with breather tube update.. Secured using 1/2" black nylon Hose connectors. looks great Have to trim the throttle body hose .. but overall looks great Enjoy Its starting to get the look I want.. Like I say going to get the goldies refinished.. Does any body have the color or a DIRECT MATCH to Factory for Powder coating??? Bill Last edited by Scooby South; 03-04-2021 at 07:35 PM.

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03-05-2021, 10:41 AM	#204
WhiteZombie Scooby Newbie Member#: 338863 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bethlehem,PA Vehicle: PSM 05 WRX WGN 5MT 95 Caprice 6spd Track Rat	I didn't think I'd be so into them, but I think the Enkeis look awesome on there!

03-07-2021, 06:05 PM	#206
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	Went on a quick Gas Run today.. Had burned about 1/2 tank cranking it up and letting it run.. Quick 20 miles drive to cycle the fluids and row thru the gears .. God I love this thing. .. NO Salt Was encountered during this evolution It drives absolutely amazing with the new Shoes..Very Happy

03-07-2021, 06:48 PM	#207
JP Chestnut Scooby Specialist Member#: 504432 Join Date: Jul 2019 Chapter/Region: Tri-State	I'm really happy for you. I'd love a project like that.

03-08-2021, 11:03 AM	#210
WhiteZombie Scooby Newbie Member#: 338863 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bethlehem,PA Vehicle: PSM 05 WRX WGN 5MT 95 Caprice 6spd Track Rat	Hey I forget where you're located.... Michigan? Any plans to get this car back on a race track ever?

03-09-2021, 03:11 PM	#212
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	65 here in the Tundra today... had a chance to install the rear strakes.. I LOVE IT. Still deciding on the Rear Aprons. we'll see, but for now.. looks pretty Damn good IMO.. enjoy

03-09-2021, 03:16 PM	#213
Grocery_GetterWRX Scooby Newbie Member#: 521777 Join Date: Jan 2021 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Vermont Vehicle: 2016 WRX Blue	MAN! That is so cool, like a little time capsule you never thought you would get back. Congrats!

03-11-2021, 08:09 AM	#215
96accord Scooby Guru Member#: 145105 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Middle River, Maryland Vehicle: 2015 Honda Accord	Looks good Bill! But Panthers fan?

03-12-2021, 08:29 AM	#218
snowboardr424 Scooby Specialist Member#: 129943 Join Date: Oct 2006 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Phoenixville, PA Vehicle: 2008 SS FXT LTD 5MT 03 SY WRX Wagon Sold..	I just read every post. I've got lots of Subaru stories, and this one is special! Looks like your enjoying every second, look forward to see what else you do! Take care!

03-12-2021, 03:10 PM	#219
blobsti77 Scooby Newbie Member#: 522939 Join Date: Mar 2021	beautiful

03-13-2021, 03:04 PM	#220
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	Thanks everyone.. I truly appreciate it. WELL TODAY IS THE DAY all of my Engine goodies go on. nothing too elaborate.. Billet Wheeled VF48, 850cc Sidefeeds*no Corn, Grimmspeed LTD Catted downpipe going into a HKS Carbon/Ti Catback.. 2019 RA intercooler and Grimmspeed 3port. Somewhat apart now All of the topside nuts and bolts are either soaking or broke loose already,, Got some AWESOME Nutbuster lube.. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED And a Preliminary Pic of whats its going to look like when its back together.. . LOVING IT <3 Thanks for looking.. now to go bust the stuff on the bottom loose.. Downpipe/Turbo. etc.. Have a great day people. Bill

03-14-2021, 03:13 AM	#221
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	And Done... Running and Idling working on the tune with my tuner. got some buttoning up to do. but its 99% together.. and RUNNING.. Wahooooo Sooooo pretty Money Shot.. Enjoy.. Soooooo sooooo Happy and its coming out pretty much the way I envisioned it. working on the heat shield with the SPT piece... and I was able to remove the K&N Heatsheild and refinish it .. it was pretty rough.. but its coming along . Awesome DAY today for sure. more later Bill

03-14-2021, 04:23 AM	#222
archer1.8 Scooby Newbie Member#: 148335 Join Date: May 2007 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Sayreville, NJ Vehicle: 2018 STi Type RA#454 WRB	Really interested in seeing how the VF48 does with the new billet wheel

03-14-2021, 04:26 AM	#223
technikhaus Scooby Newbie Member#: 425609 Join Date: Jul 2015 Chapter/Region: International Location: New Zealand	OOh so pretty! Keen to see what power it makes on that!

03-14-2021, 09:31 PM	#225
Scooby South Subtly Outspoken Moderator Member#: 238 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Vehicle: OG05 STi 51E	Man this thing was nasty.. Refurbished it.. looks way better..with wrinkle Flat black.. looks at home now Before pic