Mac N Deer Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 I have a silver 2005 Subaru Legacy Wagon and am looking to modify it. I am very new to car modifying and don't know exactly where to start. I was wondering what modifications would work well on this type of vehicle. I am interested in both performance and cosmetic mods Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Lucky Texan Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 Best first mod is sticker tires. If you run stickier tires and drive in a 'spirited' manner, upgrade your brake pads. next is probably a High performance Driving Experience class (HPDE) or some autoX runs. (to get YOUR performance up) performance mods probably limited to reducing mass. Lighter wheels give you a good place to start as it is also a chance to personalize the car with a cosmetic mod. You might also consider a lightweight crank pulley. If 5spd, lightweight flywheel as well. Some people like the sound of intake mods but they may not add any HP. A less restrictive exhaust may add a pony or 2. But, 9-13 lbs less weight (there's a complex formula involving the weight of the car which determines this exactly) equals 1 hp so, remove anything you don't need. If you have buddies in town to help you and/or never leave town, leave the spare tire and tools for it at home. have someone bring the stuff to you, or take you to pick them up - or call for a flatbed tow. If you literally never have anyone in the car with you, take out the other seats. springs and anti-roll bars would help in the corners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac N Deer Posted July 27, 2014 Author Share Posted July 27, 2014 Sounds good so far, I would also be interested in a hood scoop and a spoiler of some kind, and recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Lucky Texan Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 an Outback or Legacy turbo model's hood might move over easily. Someone here may have details as to if any other front trim parts would need to come with it. otherwise I guess you're looking at some cutting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac N Deer Posted July 27, 2014 Author Share Posted July 27, 2014 Yeah, I'd be looking for a hood something like that. Cause then it would look something like this Also, what kind of a spoiler would work on a car like this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Lucky Texan Posted July 27, 2014 Share Posted July 27, 2014 (edited) Yeah, I'd be looking for a hood something like that. Cause then it would look something like this Also, what kind of a spoiler would work on a car like this? The previous generation Outbacks had a spoiler - maybe Subaru still has it listed for 05s ? or check aftermarket as mentioned here; http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/new-rear-wing-05-legacy-gt-and-outback-wagon-54298.html For more ideas about bits for Legacys, you might look around at www.boxer4racing.com , they usually have a good selection of legacy stuff. Edited July 27, 2014 by 1 Lucky Texan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac N Deer Posted July 28, 2014 Author Share Posted July 28, 2014 (edited) Alright, thanks for the help so far. I'm also curious on ways to make the exhaust louder (not so loud to the point where I get pulled over) and preferably without having to replace the entire exhaust system Oh, and for a spoiler, I was looking for something more like a wing Edited July 28, 2014 by Mac N Deer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Lucky Texan Posted July 28, 2014 Share Posted July 28, 2014 I bought my Strommung muffler for my WRX from boxer4racing but, there are plenty of options out there. Cheapest is a 'turn down' pipe. You can aslo find sound clips for just about every muffler made (Magnaflow, Bosal, etc.). make sure you are not listening to turbo soundclips - the unequal length headers causes a different rumble and stock NA cars will not sound like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac N Deer Posted August 7, 2014 Author Share Posted August 7, 2014 What about an actual wing? Like a spoiler wing. I was interested in the link you provided for the spoiler. However, the link was broken Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 Lucky Texan Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 (edited) Just don't see a lot of wings on wagons. No question it has been done so, just a matter of finding a style you like - then finding a way to attach it without interfering with use of the hatch or creating a water leak. here's some links with a few pics and some info I guess; http://www.speedhunters.com/2008/09/event_gt_gt_hks_hiper_challenge_at_tsukuba_pt_1/ http://www.vividracing.com/catalog/dolphin-rear-wing-02on-subaru-wagon-wrx-p-445.html http://www.aliexpress.com/promotion/automobiles_subaru-wrx-rear-spoiler-promotion.html http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=569818 http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2381565 Edited August 7, 2014 by 1 Lucky Texan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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