Member profile - Linc's GenV Wagon thread

[bobchuk]

What do you guys think about debadging the rear end? My only concern is getting them back on perfectly when the novelty has worn off in a couple of years.

[jmpin]

If you buy proper genuine Subaru badges they come with templates so you would find it difficult to screw up.

[lump_a_charcoal]

Yeah refitting them is easy to do.

[lump_a_charcoal]

OK, Monday mod update

Yesterday Leo fitted my new lights - thanks mate!



I went for a single CF halo, as well as a painted high beam reflector and other globe upgrades (parkers, low beam, driving lights and number plate).

Just need to replace the front indicator with some chrome globes and they will be done.

Find Leo here!

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[lump_a_charcoal]

Hi all.
I thought I'd say hello considering I've read this thread front to back. It's great to see a stock car transform and I must admit that I'm a big fan of white GT wagons with a bit of subtle blacking-out. See attached pic of my car - I bought it in its current state about two months ago from a forum member (indirectly) who traded it to a Subaru dealer in SA. I am keen to do a few more things to it (in good time after I really get to know it) and am watching this space and this forum for inspiration.

Wow how did I miss this?

Hi, welcome, and you have a great looking wagon as well!

Got any concrete plans?

[bobchuk]

Wow how did I miss this?
Hi, welcome, and you have a great looking wagon as well!
Got any concrete plans?

Hey no worries mr lump-a-carcoal. I was unsure if I should be posting about my car in the first place so thanks for the replying.

Re. plans for my car...no concrete plans because the previous owner has done most of the hard work in making it look neat and tidy so I'm happy for now - I'll just watch to see how yours comes along! My short term plan is really just to learn how to maintain it well (i've never owned a turbo before). I'm also keen to black-out the silver bar on the rear door and the maybe remove the rear badges (or black them out too). As well I like the idea of smoked tail lights. I am also wondering how I can soften the ride for my wife over the next four months while she's pregnant. I also want to drive it fast around a track to see how it really goes!

[lump_a_charcoal]

So today I installed some more goodies.

FIrstly I replaced the back half of the exhaust with an Invidia Q300 system.





Didn't get any other pics, as it started to rain.

Unfortunately it doesn't fit with my nice brand-used apron, so it had to come off. I need to work out what to do about the tow bar hole, or work out how to modify the apron to fit...

But, it sounds fantastic - nice and mellow idling and cruising, but it has a nice rasp when pedal mashing, as well as a good burble.



Also replaced the stock rear swaybar with a Cusco one while I was under there.



Cannot tell if there is any difference yet (still raining), but I'm sure it will make a difference.



I bought a downpipe at the same time as the rest of it, so once I can co-ordinate with KidoMatt, I'll get it installed along with a front sway bar and a sweet tuuune.

[jmpin]

Did you get it on eBay?

[lump_a_charcoal]

No, got it from LSD motorsports in the US.

[Gen5is]

No, got it from LSD motorsports in the US.

How much did you pay for just the exhaust & postage and the part number? PM me!

[lump_a_charcoal]

Today I installed a new TMIC.



It was a PITA to get the new throttle body hose on at first, but aside from that, it was a pretty easy install, and I only cut myself twice!

[jmpin]

Every time I look at your profile I get sad... I'd you get the top mount from LSD as well? How much thicker is it that the stocker

[lump_a_charcoal]

Every time I look at your profile I get sad... I'd you get the top mount from LSD as well? How much thicker is it that the stocker

Ha ha don't get sad, get even!

I got it from AVO Melbourne.

You know, I forgot to compare it to the original, but I will measure it tomorrow. I was in a hurry to finish installing it, because a big storm dumped on me.

[Gen5is]

At least you guys have turbos to fit top mount intercoolers..

[lump_a_charcoal]

At least you guys have turbos to fit top mount intercoolers..

I only just noticed that yours is N/A!