Brunzo Posted February 17, 2020 Share Posted February 17, 2020 A piece of STI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 My intention was to install my rear diff today, but the weather had other plans. So I finished off a different project. What a colossal pita, I hate sewing now more than ever. And the cover is definitely not cut correctly. A couple inches more leather wouldn't have hurt around the spokes but all in all for the price I cant be upset. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunzo Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 Frankly speaking this steering wheel looks like half pumped bicycle tube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 Frankly speaking this steering wheel looks like half pumped bicycle tube. think that has to do with it not being fitted for a D shaped steering wheel...it's a shame, looks good top 2/3, but where it flattens out at the bottom it just creases wrong, and i don't think there's anyhting that could be done for that outside of completely remaking the cover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted February 20, 2020 Share Posted February 20, 2020 think that has to do with it not being fitted for a D shaped steering wheel...it's a shame, looks good top 2/3, but where it flattens out at the bottom it just creases wrong, and i don't think there's anyhting that could be done for that outside of completely remaking the coverTo be honest the cover isn't that great even on the top 2/3 it has some creasing ther as well, it's just better hidden. But for the price, it feels fine. I'm the only one who has to see it. Maybe if I can find a better cover I'll replace it. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunzo Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 How much does the steering wheel uphostery work cost in US? I wrap mine with real leather for 70 usd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 How much does the steering wheel uphostery work cost in US? I wrap mine with real leather for 70 usd.The quote I got from 2 places here for the shaping and cover were close to $1k. Idk about just a leather cover, this one was ~$30 Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD123 Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 If the wrinkles on the lower section are really bugging you, you could probably add a touch more padding to the lower section (maybe on the inside of the corner where it transitions to the flat part of the wheel) and take up the slack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DugsSin Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 A careful appliction of heat from a hair dryer should tighten the leather some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 If the wrinkles on the lower section are really bugging you, you could probably add a touch more padding to the lower section (maybe on the inside of the corner where it transitions to the flat part of the wheel) and take up the slack.I think I will pull it off and try to get the bottom part straightened out. Finally, took some time and swapped my rear diff out. Took me about 3 hours total. If anyone does this, save yourself some time and disconnect the mid pipe then drop it down. Then you can lower the diff and wiggle the cv axles out. I opted to undo the upper ball joint on the driver side, and then ended up dropping the exhaust anyway. It was prett cool the see the rear tires locked together though. I wont lie about that. Can't wait to try it out... Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 I think I will pull it off and try to get the bottom part straightened out. Finally, took some time and swapped my rear diff out. Took me about 3 hours total. If anyone does this, save yourself some time and disconnect the mid pipe then drop it down. Then you can lower the diff and wiggle the cv axles out. I opted to undo the upper ball joint on the driver side, and then ended up dropping the exhaust anyway. It was prett cool the see the rear tires locked together though. I wont lie about that. Can't wait to try it out... Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Did you drop the rear suspension subframe to remove the differential? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLlegacy Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 Did you drop the rear suspension subframe to remove the differential?No just the cross brace is all that's in the way, two nuts on the bottom of the brace, two nuts on the back of the diff, 4 bolts on the driveshaft, 2 bolts holding the brace in. Drop the exhaust and it comes right down then you can get the axles out. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amusa Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 Bath, vacuum and minor interior detailing (ran out of carpet cleaner), tire repair found a nail and top off P/S fluid with Dexron IV. Next service I need to flush out the Brake, P/S fluid, check the wheel bearing, brakes and replace one of the fog light bulb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 wash, spray wax, and installed the oem spoiler that i bought. she looks pretty good, i'm happy with it. also got my state inspection done after it expired in january...i hate state inspections Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 I need to finally wax this car. I haven't waxed a car since...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep_nu Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 I need to finally wax this car. I haven't waxed a car since...... it's okay, i wax my car regularly and my paint is still failing to shit, so...what's the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Fan Posted March 3, 2020 Share Posted March 3, 2020 Did a little interior detail "hack" yesterday....my driver's side floor mat was getting pretty worn looking right where my heels rub on it while driving. It was actually turning a shiny beige color....dirt,wear etc! I vacuumed it thoroughly then brushed it to get any last bits of dirt out then went at it with black leather dye (Not shoe polish) but a black dye intended for suede. Voila.....looks like new again https://www.amazon.ca/Fiebings-Leather-Dye-Applicator-Black/dp/B00B76AWR2/ref=pd_sbs_201_5/141-3590342-2926508?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00B76AWR2&pd_rd_r=c57f8edc-fc4a-467d-befa-7f3424101152&pd_rd_w=0NpXF&pd_rd_wg=pEmJY&pf_rd_p=74b54c94-7195-4620-ba51-7d167ac58a58&pf_rd_r=CM86DGBCTRZ1WATEB51J&psc=1&refRID=CM86DGBCTRZ1WATEB51J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rahhstah Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Just put in new NGK spark plugs... easier than what I'd been led to believe. Remove air box, remove battery..good access to get in. Was attacked by my toolbox.. maybe I should have closed that drawer. Worst part of the process. Be careful out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justen1987 Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 installed hks super power flow kit with kts suction pipe. haven't done a data log yet but I love the louder whooshy noises. probably 3x louder than my GFB bpv wide open Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coco26 Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Got the koni's installed. Have some issue that makes it feel like the car is crabbing occasionally. Back in the air tomorrow to make sure I didn't forget to tighten something... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Got the koni's installed. Have some issue that makes it feel like the car is crabbing occasionally. Back in the air tomorrow to make sure I didn't forget to tighten something... I would double check everything, but it also might be the alignment is set to crab walk when reassembled. The car will need to be realigned anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Got the koni's installed. How was the install, and driving impressions? (Minus the crabwalk ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coco26 Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Turns out the alignment was further out than what I thought, so that's what was causing my issue. The rear toe adjusters ended up being seized, so the final result still isn't optimal but its similar to what I've been running with. Install was pretty straight forward. I also replaced the rear lower arms which was also pretty easy. I attempted to replace the front control arms, but the ball joint pinch bolts and rear bushing bolt are permanently stuck. One pinch bolt broke and I was able to repair it, but I gave up on the others before it got worse. Initial impressions: I'm coming from basic Tein coilovers, which I felt were slightly oversprung and fairly underdamped from ideal. These feel generally similar, but with the negatives of the tein's fixed. I'm still on full soft, but body roll seems reduced (a sign of increased damping) and bumps are slightly less severe (lower spring rate, H&R springs). Until I get to experience some firmer settings, I think the difference in cost is only justified by the expected durability. Compared to stock... as previously mentioned, it doesn't compare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisCrash Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 Hey guys, long time lurker here, finally getting the courage up to post. I worked on my new to me outback this weekend, changed oil, front and rear diffs, coolant, 2 drain and fills on the trans, new air filter, checked plugs and coils. Went from 20mpg to 24, and this 3.6 hauls nicely now. Pretty damn smooth and fast for 168K. Needs a brake swap, battery and a few other details but then time to start mods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcor Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 Do you still have the GT? For some reason I remember something happening to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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