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Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 06-10-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,109
Posted By BigDave
1002086 BigDave SWP Ordered mid August,...

1002086
BigDave
SWP
Ordered mid August, 2011
Delivered 9/24/11
Los Angeles, CA
RCE Bilsteins ordered 9/26/11
Mods: Tires, brake pads, fluid & lines
**Edit: Build date = 8/11**
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 05-04-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,366
Posted By BigDave
If you are still in the 3yr/36k warranty period,...

If you are still in the 3yr/36k warranty period, Subaru will replace warped rotors under warranty. You might want to try this option before paying for new rotors...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 03-09-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 325
Posted By BigDave
The benefit of SS lines are mainly felt under...

The benefit of SS lines are mainly felt under threshold braking situations - which are very rare on the street and very common at the track. For street use only, I'd skip the SS lines unless you...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 03-09-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 325
Posted By BigDave
I'm on my second set of Stoptech Street...

I'm on my second set of Stoptech Street Performance pads. I switched to Stoptech when I started tracking my car (installed SS brake lines and switched to ATE Super Blue fluid at the same time). I got...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-09-2013, 07:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 329
Posted By BigDave
I love my Michelin Pilot Super Sports. The...

I love my Michelin Pilot Super Sports. The stiffer sidewall means a little more tram lining and impact harshness vs stock, but they have phenomenal grip (knocked 3 - 4 seconds off my lap times on a...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 10-07-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 1,259
Views: 51,877
Posted By BigDave
The RCE Bilsteins are designed to work with the...

The RCE Bilsteins are designed to work with the OEM top hats - you do not need new top hats.

I received a Tanabe front strut brace as a gift and installed it on my car. I noticed a very slight...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 10-02-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 1,259
Views: 51,877
Posted By BigDave
Just got my email too and confirmed payment info!...

Just got my email too and confirmed payment info!

I've only been waiting since September 2011 (the day after I bought my car) - not as long as some of you...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 09-30-2012, 08:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,036
Posted By BigDave
I've seen Ferraris with worn bolsters after less...

I've seen Ferraris with worn bolsters after less than 2,000 miles. The quality of the leather is only one of many factors that contribute to wear. If you like to "slide down" your bolsters when you...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 08-08-2012, 06:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 925
Posted By BigDave
Wait a minute - some of you don't routinely match...

Wait a minute - some of you don't routinely match revs on downshifts?!?
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 07-22-2012, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9,434
Views: 338,876
Posted By BigDave
After 19000 miles (which includes 8 track days) I...

After 19000 miles (which includes 8 track days) I noticed some tread separation on one of my OEM tires. Replacing the Bridgestones with Michelin Pilot Super Sports tomorrow...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 07-08-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 651
Posted By BigDave
I have a Tanabe strut tower brace. After...

I have a Tanabe strut tower brace. After installing it I noticed that turn-in was slightly more immediate, but I only noticed this at the track. The improvement in turn-in also makes it a tiny bit...
Forum: Southern California 06-28-2012, 12:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 292
Posted By BigDave
Box Canyon Road between Hwy 111 and I-10 is a...

Box Canyon Road between Hwy 111 and I-10 is a pretty cool drive...I found it by accident one time.

Also, Chuckwalla Valley Raceway is about an hour east of Palm Springs just off I-10 if you...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 04-30-2012, 10:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 868
Posted By BigDave
I'm assuming the LGT, like most turbocharged...

I'm assuming the LGT, like most turbocharged cars, uses the engine oil to lubricate the turbo. With this arrangement, it's possible (especially when the turbo is cold) for oil to seep through the...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 04-30-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 565
Posted By BigDave
The main benefit of HD radio isn't so much the...

The main benefit of HD radio isn't so much the sound quality (which is comparable to satellite radio on my 2012 LGT HU), it's the additional choice of stations to listen to.

Go to...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 04-23-2012, 02:28 PM
Replies: 9,434
Views: 338,876
Posted By BigDave
I'm usually not a fan of spoilers (other than on...

I'm usually not a fan of spoilers (other than on race cars), but that reminds me of the police interceptors in Mad Max - very cool!
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 03-25-2012, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 236
Posted By BigDave
Why are you replacing the rotors? Why not put...

Why are you replacing the rotors? Why not put that money towards SS lines and better fluid? The stock rotors are just fine with upgraded pads if you're not planning on changing to bigger calipers.
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 03-08-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 909
Posted By BigDave
^^^What he said^^^

^^^What he said^^^
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-25-2012, 07:20 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,396
Posted By BigDave
Directions in the owner's manual - in the climate...

Directions in the owner's manual - in the climate control section.
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-20-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 638
Posted By BigDave
I added stainless steel brake lines, Stoptech...

I added stainless steel brake lines, Stoptech street performance pads, and ATE super blue brake fluid. My LGT now brakes at least as well as (if not better than) my '99 540i did...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-11-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,631
Posted By BigDave
Did you notice if they have the CAN 91 maps - or...

Did you notice if they have the CAN 91 maps - or just the 93 maps? I'm waaaay overdue for an AP...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-08-2012, 09:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,414
Posted By BigDave
Just had this fixed on my car last week under...

Just had this fixed on my car last week under warranty. Was diagnosed as a bad connection.
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-05-2012, 07:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,345
Posted By BigDave
You can thank NHTSA for this one... ...

You can thank NHTSA for this one...

http://www.nhtsa.gov/cars/rules/rulings/HeadRest/update/202FinalRule.html

If you need more space between your head and the headrest, you'll need to find a...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 02-04-2012, 04:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,297
Posted By BigDave
What part of the country are you in? You might...

What part of the country are you in? You might be able to take a ride with another forum member...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 01-29-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 1,259
Views: 51,877
Posted By BigDave
Hey Benn- I'm still on the stock RE050's (8k...

Hey Benn-

I'm still on the stock RE050's (8k miles, 3 track days) so I can't give you apples-to-apples data, but on a previous vehicle I found that Falken FK452's provide a good balance of...
Forum: Fifth Generation Legacy (2010 - ) 01-06-2012, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 287
Posted By BigDave
I have had my 2012 LGT since late September and...

I have had my 2012 LGT since late September and am approaching 6500 miles (incluuding 2 track days). I ordered the my car with the shorth throw shifter and STi leather shift knob. The transmission...
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