boxkita Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 A little back story: When I was looking at buying my 05 wagon, I test drove an 04 STi. If it wasn't for the blurring effect of the rear passenger, I would have bought it. About 3 years ago, my wagon went thru a major suspension overhaul which came out nicely. However, the 18x9.5 wheels didn't fit. In same garage where we were trying to fit them, there was an 08 STi with 18x9.5 wheels that fit great. Needless to say, I wasn't happy. Then I saw this (pic for 99 to 2007). If this is possible, why can't the rear subframe for a LGT be combined with STi suspension mounting points. reading the parts manuals for an 08 STi indicates its based on the 05 LGT with a few changes. So, how few changes? I need to find a rear subframe from an 05 LGT & one from an 08 STi. Measure them. Then find a shop to mock something up. Attached pics of rear sub frames from 05 LGT & 08 STI http://www.mooresport.com/images/products/standard-back.jpg Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 well that went down the crapper fast. The MSI rear subframe is for 99-2007 STI. Not 2008 STI. Still...the 2 pics from the FSM look similar. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 08 STI subframe: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/donald.clark/34wrxstifd2011.jpg Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 '08 GRB and '05 LGT are not the same rear subframe by a very long way. The GRB subframe doesn't even fit the GH8. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 I know that. :-) Was curious how far off the body mounting points are, tho. And doesn't have to be a 08 STI, just has to have the same rear suspension setup(+/-) as LGT Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fahr_side Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 It's pretty unique unfortunately. Sent from a device using some software. Obligatory '[URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/2008-gh8-238668.html?t=238668"]build thread[/URL]' Increased capacity to 2.7 liters, still turbo, but no longer need spark plugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted January 29, 2016 Author Share Posted January 29, 2016 Subject: RE: Rear Subframe for 2008+ Impreza? Date: Fri, 29 Jan 2016 09:17:28 -0500 Hello Boxkita, Currently at this time we do not have plans to make a subframe for this model. Cost and development will be quite high to put into production. 50-60$k range. To do a 1-off unit we are looking at around 10$k and 10+ weeks lead time. I know that is a lot to swallow, the only way the costs can come down is if there are more people interested that commit with a 3000$ deposit, final cost to be determined upon completion of project. More people interested, the more we can develop and make a better product, or put into standard production. Even a production version of this frame would be in the 3500 - 4000$ range due to it's size and the assembly required to make it fit properly with out twisting and distorting. Let me know if you wish to discuss further over the telephone. Well that was a short-lived idea. :-) Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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