AROON02 Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 HAVE BEEN looking into 99 legacy b4 rsk from japan since im having all sort of registration questions and what not would buying the whole front clip from japan http://admin.jprpm.com/rpmgarage/photo.php?id=10188 make it easier due to the fact that id be converting a usdm legacy to rhd? because technically the vin is all i really need to register and itd be an american version. any advice is appreciated AND PLEASE DONT RESPOND TO POST IF YOUR GOING TO HAVE A STUPID COMMENT BUT ANY ADVICE ABOUT HOW HARD OR WHATEVER IS WELCOME JUST NO ONE WASTING MY TIME Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scruit Posted July 25, 2009 Share Posted July 25, 2009 Don't bother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 25, 2009 Author Share Posted July 25, 2009 good advice why shouldnt i bother i have everything i need to undertake a project i was just checking to see if anyone knew of this being done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ssej Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 If you want to do it, it's possible. Just expensive. I have seen people do it with other cars, not Legacies, but I'm sure if you have the cash, someone will make it happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Living Legacy Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 This is one way to accomplish what you're looking to do. Yes, it will be expensive and you will probably have nothing but problems (or at least at first). I would reccomend having someone cut the USDM fire wall out and replace it with the JDM version, that would look the cleanest and probably work the best. The other way to do it is to look for cars that are already in the U.S. (assuming they come with an actual stateside title from the DMV). There are some examples where people have been able to import these cars (specifically service men and women). Find someone who has the ability to do so and get ready to reward them handsomely. Keep us posted, I'd like to hear how you get this done (if you do). Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Living Legacy Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 Oh, and you soon will realize that the best way to get information is to use good grammar and punctuation (and do your research before hand by looking for people who have already done this). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhBe1 Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 What was the last year Subaru sold a USDM RHD for the post office? 06LOB2.5i MT, JDMRSB, GYTTs, HPS, LGT Mufflers & Leather Wheel, SubiMomo Knob, Inalfa Moonroof, Clutch Switch Bypass, DeDRLd, DeChimed, & Straight Headrest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 The only car I would consider to convert between LHD and RHD are Land Rover series II or possibly series III since that will basically only require some new steering parts and move the pedals around. At least the Series II has a center-located instrument panel. For a Subaru - count on replacing the whole cable stem and instrument panel too... A lot of work... And there may be parts in the engine bay that has to be changed and/or relocated too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 26, 2009 Author Share Posted July 26, 2009 Oh, and you soon will realize that the best way to get information is to use good grammar and punctuation (and do your research before hand by looking for people who have already done this). thanks so much and just like everyone slwyas says i did use your wonderful search bar and punctuation? dont worry about that. like i said dont post if your gonna write somting rediculous that doesnt pertain to my original question. i may only have a few posts on this forum but have thousands on others so i dont need a lesson on how to post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 26, 2009 Author Share Posted July 26, 2009 anyway i will most likely be buying this clip and doing a swap just have to find the right legacy here to put it in i have until april to get it all planned then we'll see what i can produce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmarko Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scruit Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 My advice is not intended to WASTE your time, it's supposed to SAVE your time. I'm assuming you're not stupid enough to consider a "cut and shut". So you're going to be swapping parts over? I hope your Japanese supplier can supply you with all the RHD bits that are either missing or broken on the front clip. And when you're done you'll wind up with a 10 year old car worth less than the shipping cost of the front clip? Good luck. Post pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 26, 2009 Author Share Posted July 26, 2009 it wont be until after april unf i have a car right now but rhd conversion is just a thought i will def be buying the twin turbo motor and swapping that out we wil see tho thanx for the thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 26, 2009 Author Share Posted July 26, 2009 Wow. what? lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagcars26 Posted July 26, 2009 Share Posted July 26, 2009 http://i366.photobucket.com/albums/oo102/jagcars26/97966905_dc8d4f65f8_m.jpg Check back with us in April and let us know how things are going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 27, 2009 Author Share Posted July 27, 2009 Whats with the worst fail poster ever? 9 months to save the cash? Please lol moneys not the issue its the advice from you guys i need i mean not really but any insider tips are great im not gonna go rhd @ first but ill have all the parts but i am def gonnna go twinn turbo rsk motor swap immed so anyone with knowledge of this cool. Not some moronic posts wold be great thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AROON02 Posted July 27, 2009 Author Share Posted July 27, 2009 Oh ithink you have me mistaken for a regular asshole who talks a big game and doesnt deliver but like i said rhd is a lil much but the swap is def gonna go down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sschmelcke Posted July 27, 2009 Share Posted July 27, 2009 well if your really interested in doing it the shop that did my tune and custom front mount does this on a monthly basis. they are really good at it. i can give you their number if you need info from them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 thanks so much and just like everyone slwyas says i did use your wonderful search bar and punctuation? dont worry about that. like i said dont post if your gonna write somting rediculous that doesnt pertain to my original question. i may only have a few posts on this forum but have thousands on others so i dont need a lesson on how to post. Before you get a lesson how to post, you need some English lessons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HipsterDoofus Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 i are can be doing gud english on my eleventybillon posts on the intarwebz, doo not tel me how to do posts. Is easy i take ferrari motor and put in fiero and i swap out and does quintuple turbo BOOST! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brady Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Who wants to take guesses on the OP's age? Who wants to take guesses on who's paying for the proposed swap and donor car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HipsterDoofus Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Who wants to take guesses on the OP's age? Who wants to take guesses on who's paying for the proposed swap and donor car? My guess would be my tax dollars and food stamps...but seeing as food stamps cant buy a vehicle, im at a total ******* loss. And age-wise....16? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bravonoj Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 rofl this thread was a good read all the way through...I would also guess 16 or 17... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HipsterDoofus Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Its true about this thread, I smell nothing but win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 Here's the difference between people who can pull this off, and you. People who can pull this off: They don't come onto a forum and simply ask, "Tell me how to make my car the way I want it." They have the bank, at least 5 figures. The first number being at least a 2. They've researched and consulted with professionals. Their end project will be worth more than the sum of the parts and labor. You: Have no idea what you are doing. Couldn't afford to do it properly even if you spread the project over 3 years, which is how long it will probably take anyways. Will end up with a car that will never be street legal, will be slower then the car the engine came from, and will be worth less than the gas in the tank. My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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