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    2012 Legacy 2.5 GT
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  1. Hey guys/gals, I might be coming back to the LGT fam (kinda never REALLY left), for a daily awhile, I'm in Porsche saving mode. Considering going Koni Yellows, and H&R's (as a wise GTeaser once suggested, but was curious if anyone has tried the TEIN Wendy's Endura Pro Plus adjustable shocks. They seem like a direct competitor to Koni Yellows, but made by TEIN, but what I dig about them is that they're OEM shaped, not inserts, so no need to cut struts, and I can keep my stocks suspension for backup. I had TEIN coilovers on my Acura TL SH-AWD, and they were alright, not great spring weight for the rear, but good overall. Has anyone tried the Endura Pro Plus adjustable shocks? Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  2. Ok, sorry for the delay... So it's like this. I was expecting things to be different, as to be expected by two different manufacturers. Having trouble getting photo's up, so they'll have to come later. So I'll divide this up into sections. Exterior: My TL, is the last year of the SH-SWD 6spd manual. It's the 4th generation, but the second version of the 2009-2010 body style. The only REAL things that’s changed on 2012-2014 years, was the front end of the car, transmission propeller shaft, steering went full electric, and that’s really about it. A lot of people are torn between the body styling, but I like it. It’s subtle, and as sculpted as the LGT was. There are small things that I wish the LGT had, like side marker lights on the side view mirrors, and HID’s from the factory. It does seem to look more complete from other angles as opposed to the LGT, which I always looked rushed in the design and shape on the rear three-quarter view. Interior: I loved my LGT’s interior, but I’ll admit that there was a absolute excess of plastic I the car. Subaru has long been known for mediocre interiors, but the LGT has good leather, and a functional cabin. The TL, takes all of this up a whole other level. While the Legacy’s main competitor was the Toyota Camry and the Honda Accord, the TL competes directly with BMW, Audi, Infiniti, and Mercedes. As such, the interior is definitely an upgrade. Higher quality leather, soft touch material everywhere, it’s definitely more upscale, and substantial than the LGT. However, sometimes less is more, and I especially, enjoyed the simplicity of the LGT’s dash. The TL’s dash while looking like an explosion of buttons, becomes a lot more integrated, once you get used to it. Probably one of my favorite differences between the two cars is the seats! As much as loved the interior space of the LGT, the seat simple had no support whatsoever. It really affected the driving dynamics of the car without a doubt. The TL’s seat are deep, bolstered at both the hips and the shoulders, it’s not even a fair comparison. Furthermore, the seats function continues as you move to the rear seats, as the TL is more of a 2+2 rather than a five passenger sedan. There’s actually a rise in between the rear seats, that would make a passenger sitting there pretty uncomfortable. That aside, the rear seats are leather bound cocoons of luxury. Engine: This is really kind of a tie. I loved the engine of the LGT, it was laggy with the factory turbo set up, but once you understand the power delivery, the torque is strong. Furthermore, that torque is delivered early enough to be very functional on the track, back roads, or stop light fun. Since the LGT is also considerably lighter than the TL, and as such feels a little faster on acceleration. The TL, has a jewel for an engine, actually, truth be told. It’s my favorite part of the whole car next to the AWD drive system. The 3.7 Honda V6 is ridiculously creamy, quick, and is one of the best sounding engines I’ve ever heard. Since it’s a grandchild of the V6 of the original Acura NSX, the apple doesn’t fall from the tree. Low end torque is not the greatest, but what do you expect, it’s a Honda! It’s the mid-top RPM range that this engine transforms into an 4 wheeled motorcycle. The car loves to be revved, and the VTECH on the intake and exhaust makes flooring the pedal addictive as hell! Of course the penalty you pay for is at the pump, while the turbo in my LGT brought power, and much needed efficiency, the TL is NA, and all of that high RPM fun takes gasoline in shot glasses. I regularly average about 19mpg in the city (I live in a very hilly city), and about 28mpg on the highway. Chassis: Subaru has always been know for it’s legendary AWD, and it was easily one of my favorite things about my LGT. The reaction time of Subaru’s symmetric AWD was always amazing. As well as it’s ability to send traction to each axle perfectly, especially in the snow. Unfortunately the stock suspension was so floaty, and soft, you never had any real confidence until an aftermarket solution was installed. While Acura’s AWD system isn’t symmetric, it’s definitely more complex, and effective! This surprised me! The SH-AWD is the result of refining the engineering behind the ATTS (Active Torque Transfer System) first found in the 5th generation Honda Prelude. Not only is the torque vectoring wizardry super fast, it’s balance is something to behold. In my LGT I could hit a turn hard, mash the gas, and at the limit have a nice neutral loss of traction. In my acura, it manages to feel like a rear wheel drive car, or even a mid-engine, car. Letting you step the ass out, but controlling it completely with the throttle. It simple goes where you point it. The turn in, and grip is definitely better in the Acura, and I’ve found that on the stock suspension, I have been able to carve around the same corners with no traction loss at slightly higher speeds, than I could in my LGT in an aftermarket suspension. This is all very impressive considering how much heavier the TL is. It feels like a lighter car. However, I haven’t really had a chance to test the SH-AWD in the snow, so I’m looking forward to that. Aftermarket: This is generally where the TL fails. The aftermarket is a ghost town, furthermore the community has very little comradery. When you ask questions, very rarely will you get responses, and when you do people aren’t the most helpful or knowledgeable. Compact that with the fact that not many companies make aftermarket components for the car, and you have limited choices for upgrades. Suspensions for example, consists of cheap coilover systems, BC, Megans Racing, D2…etc..etc. But you can find decent products out there. TEIN makes a couple of coilover sets. I’ll be installing Koni Yellow’s and H&R’s soon. Aside from that, there are about 3 or 4 aftermarket exhaust options, 2 intake options, one tuner module (K-Tuner), and if you really want power… a supercharger that will put about 450-530hp at the wheels (depending if there’s bolt-on mods). So it’s pretty slim pickings, but overall it’s a good experience. The few bolt-ons out there will still net you a decent power increase. The 3.7 V6 has about 307hp and 273lb-ft of torque, and you with simple mods you can get that to about 340hp and 290lb-ft of torque. Furthermore…You NEVER have to wait for a turbo! Summary: In closing, while I do miss my LGT greatly, I do love my Acura TL! It’s definitely more of a drivers car, and the added luxury is definitely welcome. Here’s a list of what I like about both. Subaru Legacy: • Earlier, and more usable torque • Stock transmission is damn near indestructible • Lighter weight, and better gas mileage • Vastly more accessible aftermarket community, and products • Cheaper parts Acura TL SH-AWD 6spd manual: • Engine is a masterpiece • Handling in far superior in stock form • SH-AWD is an engineering marvel • Far better interior, and fit and finish • Better corrosion protection • Better features • Manual transmission is more refined
  3. So it's been a while, and I've been perusing through the forums here, to get caught up on the happenings. I've since left the Tacoma world to return to my roots of AWD Manual Sports Sedans....Well what's left of them at least. Scored me a beautiful 2014 Acura TL SH-AWD 6spd manual, with ridiculously low miles. Not much in the aftermarket world for it, but Good Lawd what amazing vehicle. There's definitely Pros/Cons compared to the LGT, I'm surprised they were never compared. Figured I write a little blurb about the differences. If anyone cared to hear about them. Cheers.
  4. Hey Subaru Fam, Thought I'd update you all on my post Legacy GT life. As some of you know, I got rid of my LGT for a new Tacoma, but after a year, the truck life was no longer fun so I went back to the sports sedan life. After mulling around possibilities of going back to the unpredictable world of German sedans, I lucked out and found something I've always wanted to purchase. A very low mile, last year in a manual, 2014 Acura TL SH-AWD 6MT. That's a mouthful... I know, but you know what else it is? It's INCREDIBLE. This chassis, from the factory easily out handles my LGT even after I swapped the suspension. The SH-AWD is simply amazing, and is completely seamless and "invisible". At the limits you can literally steer with the throttle, all this while the car weighs a good 300lbs more than my Subaru. It literally shrinks around you when you drive it, feeling like a 4 door AWD Acura RSX TYPE S... Down sides?: I would say the steering was more communicative in the Subaru, and my LGT definitely dropped the torque waaaay earlier. This car has a 307HP 3.7 liter 6cyl Vtech, so you have to wind it up to get it's torque, but the engine is so ridiculous creamy and linear, it's like driving racecar or motorcycle. So it's incredibly gratifying. Toe/Heels are so easy, it's almost funny. And we won't even get on the shifter feel, it's a Honda, so it's simply the best. I've owned Honda's and Acuras before, so it's interesting coming back to the brand after owning so many Subarus and VW's, just so much more refinement. Anyway, my LGT definitely had a bigger trunk, more spacious back seat, and a much more broad aftermarket community. The acurazine forum is pathetic compared to here, a bunch "bro's" who mostly don't know anything about car mechanics, but there are some shining moments in the electronics areas. I would say the gas mileage is about the same on a good day out of boost I could get mileage on the LGT but only by about 1 or 2 mpg. Overall, I'm extremely happy, and look forward to wheel and tire shopping, as well suspension, but my options are very limited on that front. I'll send you guys/gals pictures as I continue. Ask any questions you like if you're interested in knowing more about this car. Cheers Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  5. Trying to "Properly" post my photos for a an item for sale, but when I try to upload I get a error stating that I missing a security Token.\
  6. Have gotten a lot of interest, but have been traveling for work and haven't had time to do anything. For those who don't know, these are 19" BBS CH models, 5x100 +30 offset, and they will fit your LGT like a glove. They're on 245-40-19 Cooper RSA with plenty of meat still on them. I haven't used the sell feature of this forum, but I'll figure it out soon. Hope to find a buyer on either here, AudiZine, VWVortex, NASIOC. Missing my Legacy, but truck life isn't all bad. Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  7. I would move to a Tacoma TRD Off-Road, new WRX, or....Wait for it.... The new Honda Accord Sport 2.0T Just drove the Accord the other day, and Daayyummmm. It was actually pretty dope. Honda's stepped up their game.
  8. Got the BBS's off of Brutus today, just to finish off the tread on the factory wheel tires. Gonna raise the ride height back to a stock level tomorrow. Fortune auto 500's are still incredible at this height, floats like 5 series, eats corners like an E39 M5. Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  9. Finally got Brutus cleaned up. Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  10. Needs a wash, but Brutus still looks dope... Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  11. Pure habit , I work with NVIDIA all day. InVidia is what I meant of course.
  12. And if so, should I get the catted or catless one? We have no emissions tests here in Ohio. Thanks
  13. Don't worry, I still have Brutus. The Forester's my wife's. Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
  14. It was, but I don't know if I'm ready to get rid of Brutus yet. I (just as all of you) have very specific needs for a car, and there's not many AWD sports sedans with a manual transmission left. I was going to sell him to get back into the cockpit quicker (my real passion), and just drive a beater around. I just can't do it though. Wife's 2018 Forester will be here in a couple of weeks, so that solves a lot. Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk
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