AZP Installs Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 Konis are no match for a good set of coils. No strut made for the LGT is going to "compete" with a set of good coils. "Good" in my book being KWV2/RCE Tarmacs, Bilstein BSS, AST and possibly Tein Flex. Agreed 100%, although I would leave the Teins off the list. -Mike Paisan AZP's First Private Track Event, June 19 at NJMP Thunderbolt $315 including Classroom and Mentor! http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m sprank Posted May 24, 2013 Share Posted May 24, 2013 I did say "possibly" on the Flex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dvancleve Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 I think I have read this whole thread and I don't remember this being addressed... If I cut right at the edge of the silver cap, will the Koni inserts pull in properly? That seems like an easy way to get a straight cut with a hacksaw if it doesn't leave them too long, and if I can avoid buying a pipe cutter why not? Thanks, Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibr_adam09 Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 Yea that should be fine. Although, trust me, you want a pipe cutter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 Don't do it, I tried cutting at the Silver cap, ended up getting a pipe cutter. The Konis don't seat all the way if you cut at the silver cap. Pipe Cutter FTW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 I didn't cut right at the silver ring, but from my estimates, the Konis should be able to sit just fine even with the strut bodies cut all the way at the top, as long as the lip on the Koni doesn't hit. I could be wrong about this but from eyeballing it, it looked like it would be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated bucko3the7man Posted July 5, 2013 I Donated Share Posted July 5, 2013 I didn't cut right at the silver ring, but from my estimates, the Konis should be able to sit just fine even with the strut bodies cut all the way at the top, as long as the lip on the Koni doesn't hit. I could be wrong about this but from eyeballing it, it looked like it would be fine. Technically yes, but it's hard to get them sucked down if you cut too high the screw can't reach them from the bottom Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk 4 Beta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 Technically yes, but it's hard to get them sucked down if you cut too high the screw can't reach them from the bottom Can buy longer bolt at hardware store for about a dollar to get the sucking process started. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 I think I have read this whole thread and I don't remember this being addressed... If I cut right at the edge of the silver cap, will the Koni inserts pull in properly? That seems like an easy way to get a straight cut with a hacksaw if it doesn't leave them too long, and if I can avoid buying a pipe cutter why not? Thanks, Doug You will want the pipe cutter, well worth the money. The hack saw gives you a rough cut, the pipe cutter gives you a nice smooth cut. -Mike Paisan AZP's First Private Track Event, June 19 at NJMP Thunderbolt $315 including Classroom and Mentor! http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JermTheElf Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 Just buy the $20 pipe cutter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iNVAR Posted July 5, 2013 Share Posted July 5, 2013 Can buy longer bolt at hardware store for about a dollar to get the sucking process started. Yep, that's what it looked like to me. I mentioned that earlier in this thread, but I just wanted to double check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnbiker3000 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Just wondering if this process is exactly the same for any springs? I ordered Koni Yellows and Tein H techs for my 08 Legacy 2.5i. Is there different measurements for the cut with different springs, or can I use this DIY safely with my Tein H's?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated bucko3the7man Posted August 7, 2013 I Donated Share Posted August 7, 2013 This is the same process with any springs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnbiker3000 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Ha!! Yeah just realized when the Koni is pulled down to the bottom of the OEM assembly, it will still be sticking out the top the same distance no matter what cut is made. Same with the distance from the perch to the top of the strut. Dur It seems like the most important measurement is to make sure the nubs on the Koni insert fit properly and completely inside the OEM assembly to secure to center and create a snug fit between insert and OEM assembly... TY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) Yes, this is where I cut mine and the nubs will be in the housing well over 1". Note that I have a 5th Gen, so maybe a little bit different OEM shock dimensions than 4th Gen. Edited August 7, 2013 by GTEASER GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated bucko3the7man Posted August 7, 2013 I Donated Share Posted August 7, 2013 ^if you take that, but just put the cutter as far against the silver cap as you can (another 2mm to the left in that pic) then the 4th gen fit is perfect and you can use the screw provided to suck the konis in without any problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnbiker3000 Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Awesome. Thanks for thw prompt feedback!!! Will I need any special alignment with the H techs? I believe they only drop <1", so I wouldn't think so. Just a standard alignment, yeah? Now, where can I get some 3/8" spacers for the rear? Probably just cut my own from a HDPE cutting board if I can find one on the cheap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 (edited) http://www.infamousperformance.net/servlet/the-648/Subaru-Legacy-3-fdsh-8%22-Rear/Detail Edited August 7, 2013 by GTEASER GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m sprank Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 ^ or use an actual forum vendor like FBP or Infamous Performance. Both of which sell Paranoid Fabrications saggy butt spacers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTEASER Posted August 7, 2013 Share Posted August 7, 2013 Fixed. Sorry Mike, wasn't aware you guys had saggy butt spacers....'cuz 5th Gen guy and don't need them.....yet. GTEASER's 2012 Legacy GT - Sold GTEASER's 2009 XTeaser - Sold GTEASER's 1992 Legacy SS - Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m sprank Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 No problem. Nothing against the previously mentioned retailer. I actually run 2 of their parts on my wifes 5EAT. I also noted FBP before my own company as we are both forum vendors and both carry the same spacers. IIrc Paranoid Fabrications used to be a vendor here too. If I dont get the sale, I would prefer to see another forum vendor get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 Just wondering if this process is exactly the same for any springs? I ordered Koni Yellows and Tein H techs for my 08 Legacy 2.5i. Is there different measurements for the cut with different springs, or can I use this DIY safely with my Tein H's?? Yup same process. -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted August 8, 2013 Share Posted August 8, 2013 No problem. Nothing against the previously mentioned retailer. I actually run 2 of their parts on my wifes 5EAT. I also noted FBP before my own company as we are both forum vendors and both carry the same spacers. IIrc Paranoid Fabrications used to be a vendor here too. If I dont get the sale, I would prefer to see another forum vendor get it. And the markup on the spacers is almost zero, so no need to fight over them but definitely get em from Infamous or AZP. -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnbiker3000 Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 I am using 3/8" spacers on the rear, and want to know what size bolts I can use from the hardware store. I saw someone mention M8 - 1.25, but unsure of the length. Looks like maybe 25mm or 30mm? Also, can I use 1/4" or 5/16" standard instead of the metric? Stronger and cheaper!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compsurge Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 The rear bolts are wheel studs from a geo metro IIRC. Go to NAPA and get them for like $1-2 each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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