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Hi, I wanted to buy a softshell luggage carrier for my Outback wagon (with sunroof) but I'm assuming I need to buy at least one additional load bar to prevent the bag from sagging onto the roof. Is this the typical approach, or has anyone found a better way to support the softshell? Thanks.
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Replying to: garybeck3 (Aug 18, 2007 5:39 am) I mounted our 7 cubic foot soft bag (I think it is a Yakima) directly on the roof of our '96, but that was before the days of the panoramic sunroof, back when the cargo rack still had the skids mounted every 6" across the top. |
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Replying to: garybeck3 (Aug 18, 2007 5:39 am) Nowadays rails are rare, even Subaru dropped them. |
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Now I'm ready to see what I can do about making it go faster! I've tried to investigate different mods I can do online but it seems the only Subaru's you can modify is the Impreza, or at least, that's all I'm finding. Can you add a Turbo and essentually have yourself a GT? I noticed the engines are the same with the execption that the GT has a dual overhead cam. That and the trannies set up a little different. Any issues? What can I do? I'm not looking to build me an STI (though I've seen the STI kit for the Legacy, not bad but, it's a GT mod) What about wheels? I have 16" (standard) the GT comes standard w/17", can I get 18" or better without hurting the AWD? One other side note: Does anyone else have issues with the strength of the antena for the radio? I figured I could ask fellow Subaru owners/drivers for help, since they would be the one's that know!
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Replying to: subarubdo (Nov 29, 2007 4:12 pm) The non Subaru engines while they may be the same sizewise, they aren't really setup to be turboed. I've done it, but it's not easy or cheap. I'd focus on brakes, supsnesion, tires, etc. Start with tires and brakes, then move on to suspension. Also you may want to get out and do an HPDE at a local race track which essentially is a driving school with your own car and instructor. This will be a great mod, it can be transferred to any car you own. -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Nov 29, 2007 6:11 pm) The 2005 model year includes the 2.5l Subaru Boxer engine with similar displacements as the LGT. The GT has a dual overhead cam while the base & limited's have a single overhead cam. Otherwise, the engines are the same. I'd like to start with wheels and tires but I don't know what the limits are for size. When I've done any investigating on the subject I find that 17" wheels can be no problem and, since the GT sits on the same basic body and comes standard with 17" wheels, that's a no brainer. I was wondering if I could and if I should go bigger and if it make any sense or practicality. I appreiciate the fact that you also offer up a driving school of sorts. I, however, am not from Washington orginally and have actually learned to drive, even in snow! I also took the Skip Barber school of driving (open wheel racing) and learned to improve my technics. I'm also very framilar with 4wd & awd vehicles. I also grew up with muscle cars (rear wheel drive) and high horsepower. I'm not worried about losing control of my car.
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Replying to: subarubdo (Nov 30, 2007 8:35 am) As I said the engines are VERY different, even though the displacement is similar. For instance the compression ratio is different, the coolant and oil systems are different, ecu's are different, lots and lots of stuff that is just not worth turboing a non-turbo subaru car. We did it on a 2.5RS before there were turbos available in the US. It cost about $2k after it was all done and was a real PITA to do. For tires, I'd look at something like either an all-season ultra high performance tire or dedicated summer tires. Next I'd go for Hawk HP+ brake pads and SS Lines. After that go for some upgraded springs and bilstien struts/shocks. -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Nov 30, 2007 9:05 am) Thanks for all your help Mike!
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