apexjapan Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 It's time to start a new thread, because the end goal is finally here. It's turbo kit install time! This is going to take about a week's worth of time - not because it will take that long to install, but because we need to document the install and make instructions as we go. Today was an important day for the Legacy and Outback N/A crowd. Today, I had one main issue to check - would the kit that was designed originally on a 2008 Impreza 2.5i fit? The answer is yes. http://www.avoturboworld.com/images/stories/2010/10/turbokit_install/install_001.jpg http://www.avoturboworld.com/images/stories/2010/10/turbokit_install/install_002.jpg Why did it take all day to check this? Welllllllll..... I had to remove the "front" pipe first, the catted section that connects the exhaust manifold to the midpipe. And I'll tell you right now, that is likely be the biggest pain of the entire operation, because getting those three bolts on the flange to the exhaust manifold off can take a lot of work. Especially if you round one of them off. And then have to run around finding a nut remover (besides getting married) that works. But find it I did, and the nut was finally removed. Uppipe and downpipe were test fitted. Life became glorious, fish fell from the sky, and water changed to jack daniels. So after I verified that, I kept on going. http://www.avoturboworld.com/images/stories/2010/10/turbokit_install/install_004.jpg I'll write it allll up in the next few weeks, but the removal of the front bumper probably will take half your time of the install. I swear Subaru does this on purpose. They must get kickbacks from the brewery's. So from Monday I'll continue. Ross will show up that day to do all the important stuff (ie, telling me what to do). And Thursday... Subiefest road trip!! Regards, Paul Hansen http://www.avoturboworld.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.sane Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 OMG subscribed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becker Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 I can't wait to buy this!!! Subscribed!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Doc Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 Brilliant Paul...absofreakinlutely brilliant! Subiescribed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naimouasta Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 if removal of the bumper takes half the time of the install, i'll be done in 20 mins tops! awesome. LOL. but seriously is is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1stick3pedals Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 Is there any projected production date for this kit? I know us 2.5i Legacy owners have been waiting a long time, just curious. Having a reliable kit like this would be spectacular! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRSCobra Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 Awesome! I've got a GT and I'm still excited about this kit. In for dyno #'s! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tito_b0y Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 Subscribed. 2006 SWP 3.0R 5EAT VDC BBQ 2008 OBP 2.5i 4EAT BBQ [RIP] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jton Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 i. cant. wait. till. monday. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toneranger Posted October 2, 2010 Share Posted October 2, 2010 subscribed!!! __________________________________ Steve C. 2009 Legacy 2.5i Wagon Touring Package Satin White Pearl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnout8488 Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 I have a feeling that this kit is going to be for '06+ only. Creating a different uppipe and downpipe for one model year ('05) won't be cost-effective, unless AVO has determined it will be. So, let us know! I find it funny that on August 11, 2009, Sean of Rallitek posted up the test fit of this kit on the Impreza and we all expected it to come soon. NOW, over a year later, its finally starting to show some promise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexjapan Posted October 3, 2010 Author Share Posted October 3, 2010 FYI's - 1. This *is* a production kit. So unless something unknown comes up - they are ready to go. Tuning is going to be the thing. 2. 05 models don't have a different engine bay, afaik, they just have a different exhaust. So 05 owners will probably be able to use this kit by fitting a 06 exhaust manifold, and possibly needing a modification to the mid pipe. Won't know fully till one is fitted, tbh. Regards, Paul Hansen http://www.avoturboworld.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polatinte Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 I'm proud to say that's NOT a banana in my pocket! I'm very happy to see this, very, very happy... I've been running out of things to do to my car, now hopefully I'll be able to add some hp real soon! Supersubscription activated! Besides, "obsessive" is just a term the lazy use for people that are thorough -fishbone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuckyBob Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Congrats on getting hitched Paul! Hopefully I won't see your super-sleeper Legacy getting pulled over . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnout8488 Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 I suppose that'd be the easiest way.. Just get an '06 header and be done with it! Might have to fab up an extension for the downpipe to midpipe though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BAC5.2 Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Finally, I get to see what a front mount on an Outback will look like! Can you keep the bumper beam with the AVO FMIC? [URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/proper-flip-key-interesti-159894.html"]Flip Key Development Thread[/URL] "Genius may have its limitations, but stupidity is not thus handicapped." - E. Hubbard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexjapan Posted October 3, 2010 Author Share Posted October 3, 2010 We will have to trim the bumper beam to keep it. It's roughly the same shape as the Legacy bumper beams, but it seems to have a little "addition" at the bottom, probably because the Outback sits a lot higher than the Legacy. Regards, Paul Hansen http://www.avoturboworld.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoozeRS05 Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 Def interested in seeing the results here. EB's Subaru journal - 2005 LegacyGT Wagon & 2014 Forester FB25 (2008 specB - RIP) IG@legacygtliving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 Nice install I am glad to see progress on the kit and I love that These are production kits. Why i am very happy is that this mid pipe will work with the new UEL header as it uses all stock 06 locations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tocinoman25 Posted October 4, 2010 Share Posted October 4, 2010 subscribed...yes another project sleeper for me again I believe that when i have 3 months downtime i can ship my car over to the east coast and get this awesome kit installed..i will be in spain march april and may....it looks promising... Follow me on IG @chefodiycarguy and @chefo.soriano Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexjapan Posted October 5, 2010 Author Share Posted October 5, 2010 Just to whet your appetites (we are going full bore on the kit right now as I type): http://www.avoturboworld.com/images/stories/2010/10/turbokit_install/turbokit_01.jpg http://www.avoturboworld.com/images/stories/2010/10/turbokit_install/turbokit_02.jpg http://www.avoturboworld.com/images/stories/2010/10/turbokit_install/turbokit_03.jpg Just some of the finished production pieces that are going on the car. Where we are at this time is hooking up the oil drain line. To do that, you will need to tap a line into the oil pan. Which is what we are doing atm, along with a variety of the other lines. Regards, Paul Hansen http://www.avoturboworld.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1stick3pedals Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 Can't wait until this is available to us. Do we keep our stock injectors/fuel pump or do we have to upgrade? Or does the kit include it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tocinoman25 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 im getting wet!!! maybe AVO turbo/FMIC+ accessport+ piggyback = no more erroe HC aka LEMON legacy that I drive around papers submitted to BBB and now its a waiting game... Follow me on IG @chefodiycarguy and @chefo.soriano Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meshanks07 Posted October 5, 2010 Share Posted October 5, 2010 would this work on the 3.0r? That would be great if it does! I would def be interested in trying it out for you. LMK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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