jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Ok, obviously I see interest, so I am editing this first post to reflect what it is that I have created for us Legacy owners. I got this idea while looking at a thread regarding people looking for hood dampers. I understand and agree that this car should have come with hood dampers from the factory. Unfortunately, it didn't. However, I was able to come up with a solution for us. THE SOLUTION A hood damper kit with a very detailed set of instructions. This kit will include the following: http://homepage.mac.com/jsalicru/.Pictures/Photo%20Album%20Pictures/Legacy%20Dampers/clip_image002.jpg • Hood Dampers (2) • Aluminum Extensions (2) • Joint Bolts (2) • Washers (2) • Lock Pins (4) • Hood Brackets (2) • M6 x 1.00 Tap Two styles are available: Polished dampers ($95 shipped)Carbon Fiber dampers ($125 shipped) Payment can be sent to stifan@mac.com INSTALLATION PDF Instructions here I will say this. The install isn't for the faint hearted. It isn't too hard. If done properly, the whole install should take ~45 minutes - 1 hour. It involves drilling 2 holes and tapping those two holes (with included tap). The positioning of these two holes is critical to ensure proper clearance when opening and closing the hood. Other than that, the rest of the install isn't too hard. Some trimming needs to be done to a plastic shroud in order for the damper to clear, however, this is much easier than it sounds. RESULTS http://homepage.mac.com/jsalicru/.Pictures/Photo%20Album%20Pictures/Legacy%20Dampers/IMG_2246%20%28Large%29.JPG http://homepage.mac.com/jsalicru/.Pictures/Photo%20Album%20Pictures/Legacy%20Dampers/IMG_2257%20%28Large%29.JPG http://homepage.mac.com/jsalicru/.Pictures/Photo%20Album%20Pictures/Legacy%20Dampers/Install/IMG_2331%20%28Large%29.JPG DISCLAIMER These hood dampers are in no way approved by Subaru or Fuji Heavy Industries. The installation procedures are not approved or warranted by NRG. There are no guarantees stated or implied that this accessory will not cause damage to you, your vehicle, or anything else that isn’t mentioned. The seller of this accessory cannot be held liable for damage the consumer does to the car, its hood, fender, or engine bay from installation steps or use of the accessory. Installation steps outlined in this manual are for entertainment & hobby use only. For official recommendations on dismantling parts of your Vehicle, see your authorized Subaru dealer. Proceed at your own risk. FAQ Will this set of dampers have a "taco" effect on my hood? No, that is something that is typically found on cars with carbon fiber hoods. It is a possibility on aluminum hoods also, however it very unlikely to happen in aluminum hoods. NRG Innovations does not recommend/endorse the use of dampers in carbon fiber hoods. Tein does not either. Will I have to slowly lower the hood and then push it closed? No. In fact, it is somewhat hard to do that since the damper wants to push the hood up. The better method is to simply drop the hood closed from ~5 inches up. What is the proper way to raise my hood? If possible, avoid letting the hood raise itself all the way up. If you let the hood raise itself it will have a Po-Go effect when it reaches the top. This creates a lot of strain on the mounts. The best method would be to guide the hood up with your hand as to avoid the bouncing when the hood dampers reach the end of their stroke. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j0ebert Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 I definately like the idea of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGT Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 is it a set or single? I see one in the picture. I'd be in, but would also be interested in black or some other finish besides polished (obviously I can paint them it needed too). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilT Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Yes, I think there will be more than sufficient interest here to make a run of those, they look great, or at least the one does that I can see. Can you confirm that there is zero deformation of the hood when it is closed ? Double Award Winning Legacy GT Wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOXRPWR Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 I'm in! Black sounds good to me too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest *Jedimaster* Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Count me in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechdiff Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Very nice!!! Count me in if it is two dampners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legasee Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 It's gotta be set of 2 to make it functional Definitely count me in for a set of polished if it's around $100 shipped! (oh...nice Rolls ) In Taiwan now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxx Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Nice rolls. depends on the price whether I'm in or not "Barack Obama, mothaf#%@a! Barack Obama! I'm the president...of hittin' the ass!" -this is not a political view it's merely a quote from a hilarious tv show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 in. $100 seems pretty steep though. and the finished product would be a strut on each side? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrownBoy Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 If the retrofit is simple like you say, I think I'm in... More money on the car. When will it stop?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brack Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 I'd buy a pair for $100 Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team23jordan Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Tein already has one i think.. Perrin BIG maf intake Perrin Turbo Inlet HKS SSQV BOV Megan Racing header with UP (ceramic coated) HKS DP (WRX) DMH E-cutout Custom 3" catback UTEC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusSeven Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 Tein makes a a nice anodized dual-strut bolt-on kit for the Impreza, but apparently there's none for the Legacy (yet). The Impreza kit can probably be adapted to a Legacy with a little work. The Tein kits go for about $130. See: http://www.prostreetonline.com/buy/tein_hood_damper/bhd01-s28/ Heavy Metal Killed Beethoven Support Classical Music Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 the hardware in these is similar if not actually the same as Tein (really). They will be for a pair. I only have one on because I haven't done the trimming on the other side. From what I have seen thus far, there's no deformity at all. I will have polished or carbon fiber. The only issue is that the going rate of the CF version is closer to ~$140. However, they look nice. I really doubt anyone has made a kit. I also doubt that they will make a Legacy specific kit. K, I know you are in for sure Since you insist in black, we can paint yours. Just PM me when you want them and I'll install a set on yours ASAP. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 I supply the guy selling the dampers in these threads... Look at them in case you want to see feedback of the units from users. POLISHED http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=325302 CARBON FIBER http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=336304 My user name on that site (s2ki) is also jsalicru "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 Tein makes a a nice anodized dual-strut bolt-on kit for the Impreza, but apparently there's none for the Legacy (yet). The Impreza kit can probably be adapted to a Legacy with a little work. The Tein kits go for about $130. See: http://www.prostreetonline.com/buy/tein_hood_damper/bhd01-s28/ They are not anodized, they are painted green. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 Yes, I think there will be more than sufficient interest here to make a run of those, they look great, or at least the one does that I can see. Can you confirm that there is zero deformation of the hood when it is closed ? BTW, I don't have to make a run. The necesary hardware is already available. The one thing I do need to supply is directions with necesary mods. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 (oh...nice Rolls ) You should see the Magnum PI style Ferrari 308 that's in front of that boat... "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legasee Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 BTW, I don't have to make a run. The necesary hardware is already available. The one thing I do need to supply is directions with necesary mods. Please make the mod painfree...even for a mod noooooob (*slowly raises hand ) Keep us updated on the final $$ figures (including shipping) for both the carbon fiber and polished. Thanks! In Taiwan now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 ok, with the whole X360 crap and all the work/school I have, it will be a few before I have everything finalized. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilT Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 ok, with the whole X360 crap and all the work/school I have, it will be a few before I have everything finalized. A few what ? days weeks or months ? Double Award Winning Legacy GT Wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsalicru Posted November 23, 2005 Author Share Posted November 23, 2005 haha, Im sure, just a few days. I'm pretty sure I don't work Friday, so I will probably finish everything then and take some how-to pictures, etc. "some say, his arms are made of coiled adamantium fibers. And that he tops his cereal with nuts and bolts. All we know is, he's called the Jose." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOXRPWR Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 so orders taken by Monday.......? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest *Jedimaster* Posted November 23, 2005 Share Posted November 23, 2005 Keep us informed- we are excited! At least I am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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