Snoshado's FXT Journal

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · Mar 31, 2010 (Edited)

Snoshado's "Because Racecar" Build Thread

Random Mods

Engine

2006 STI Longblock
Top Feed Injector Conversion
Fuel Injector Clinic 1100cc Injectors
Blouch TD06 20G-XT Turbo
Manley CR Pistons
ACL Race Bearings
CX Racing FMIC
Random Technologies Catted Hi-Flo Downpipe
Tomei Equal Length Headers
Tomei Up Pipe
Prodrive Boost Solenoid
OEM STI Spark Plugs
Koyo Aluminum Radiator
COBB Turbo Heat Shield
Injen Short Ram Air Intake
3" COBB Catless Exhaust
Perrin Turbo Inlet Hose
Perrin Master Cylinder Brace
Kartboy Short Shifter
Mishimoto Oil Catch Can
Group N Motor Mounts

Drivetrain

2005 STI Transmission
2005 STI Rear Differential
2005 STI Front/Rear Hubs (5x114.3)
2005 STI Driveshaft & Axles
2005 STI Front/Rear Brembo Brakes
ACT Heavy Duty Clutch Kit
Competition Clutch Lightweight Flywheel

Wheels / Suspension

Enkei Rajin Wheels 18x8"
Kumho Ecsta PX91 XL 245/35/18
MSW Type 85 Wheels 17x8" +48 Offset
2005 STI JDM Struts
STI Aluminium Lateral Links
STI Rear Strut Tower Brace
Perrin Polyurethane Front End Links
Rear Subframe Lockdown Bolts / Bushings

Interior

2008 FXT Gauge Cluster Surround
2011 OEM STI Shift Knob
2006 STI Shifter Surround
2008 JDM STI Hazard Button
AEM Wideband Gauge
Prosport Boost Gauge (52mm)
Prosport Oil Pressure Gauge (52mm)
STI Floor Mats
WRX Limited Front Seats
Polk Front/Rear Speakers (DB651)

Exterior

Front STI CS2 Style Lip
2008 Sport Front End (headlights, grille, hood, fenders, bumper)
2013 STI HID Projectors + OEM Harness (retrofitted by me!)
Rear Spoiler
Subtle Solutions Skidplate
2008 Sport Tail Lights
2008 Forester Sports Sideskirts
2006 OEM STI Front / Rear Emblems

Wish List

Photos
This was my first real dirt drive out by Pyramid Lake, NV! Good times :icon_wink:

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #381 · Oct 8, 2012

scubadoober said:
Man two for two! I can be hired as a consultant if you like. Glad you got it sorted and at this point I would strongly consider a remote tune. There are so many reputable shops that do it now. I have a remote tune for the simple fact that the nearest "good" tuner is around six hours away.

I have a place about an hour away that I'll have tune the car from now on. They've got an outstanding rep and were insanely friendly and knowledgeable when I visited them last week.

You are on a roll haha! I should just ask you next time I have a problem instead of posting on the forums :lol:

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #382 · Oct 13, 2012

So I found and fixed all of my air leaks, have the Perrin Turbo Inlet Hose installed along with a new STI pedal set - needless to say, my Forester idles perfect, runs perfect, and makes me happy to drive again(?)! It's apparently had this massive air leak since I bought it and never ran decently so I'm thrilled to have things finally fixed :biggrin:

Also.... I may or may not have added Launch Control and Flat Foot Shifting :lol: Man this thing is fast now! I'll upload some pics soon as well

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #383 · Oct 21, 2012

I was feeling rather crafty today and decided to finally try and tackle the task of creating a gauge housing for my boost, and new oil pressure gauges! I had bought a navigation pod for the top of my dash about a year ago which would be the perfect location for the two gauges. After checking a few places in town, I found some Lexan (plexiglass) bought a few pieces and got to work. I plan on covering the clean plexiglass with black vinyl in the next week or so but for now just mounted the gauges on the clear backing as shown in the pictures. Part of this process included fitting an oil sender adapter which was not an easy task at all. On the bright side, I went ahead and redid the wiring for both gauges and made it all neat and professional-looking (plus I won’t have a tangled mess to deal with anymore!). Once I finish connecting the wires and get the gauge housing in the car, I’ll be sure to post some more photos!

Click me for the full post on my FXT Blog

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Tuned200

· #384 · Oct 21, 2012

Looks like something from Star Wars! Nice work!

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pigboat_2

· #385 · Oct 21, 2012

You should paint the lexan with maybe like a nightshade? It would be pretty cool to rig up some lighting behind it and at night have it come on with the headlights.

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avylyn

· #386 · Oct 21, 2012

Snoshado said:
I now have a blog dedicated to this Forester!
Check it out here!
It's basically the cleaned up, prettier version of my journal!

Luv the new blog, might have to ask ya later how to do the same!!!

Charlie

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #387 · Dec 7, 2012

Turns out my leak was not fixed and it ended up being a broken evap purge solenoid that has given me all this grief. Ordered a new one for $120 through my local Subie dealer, installed it last night and holy hell...

I was considering trading in the Foz but now I don't think I'll ever let go of it! It feels like I had a brand new engine installed or something. My car is fast. Really, really fast. It pulls like ... nothing I've ever felt before and I'm dying to get it on a dyno for some numbers. 0-60 is definitely around 4 seconds.

After I fix my oil leak, I'll be ordering summer rims and Brembos. I'm so excited to own this car now. I can't even put my joy into words. :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:

Also, I painted my gauge pod thing... I'll post pics soon :lol:

Me so happy :biggrin:

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #388 · Jan 7, 2013

Here's a current pic of my fozzie... soon to be used as my "before pic" in a before and after, if you know what I mean :lol:

(It's so hard to keep secrets!)

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #389 · Jan 12, 2013

annnnd.....

Rims!

They're Rota Torques in flat black - 17x8 e48 - wrapped in 225/17/40 Bridgestone Potenzas (well, they will be tomorrow!)

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #390 · Jan 18, 2013

Here's what the FXT looks like with its new shoes!

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Duderotomy

· #391 · Jan 18, 2013

^looks good Demps!

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Snoshado

Discussion Starter · #392 · Jan 18, 2013

^ Thanks! They're only 8" wide.. I thought that would be good enough but it isn't.... Could I run spacers for a more aggressive look?! Any suggestions?

P.S. I'm still planning on some DPTs - possibly 18x9e35s for my "real" summer set (I want new tires for track days!). :lol:

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good dog

· #393 · Jan 19, 2013

"I now have a blog dedicated to this Forester!"

Too Bad it's not up to date!

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Duderotomy

· #394 · Jan 19, 2013

Snoshado said:
^ Thanks! They're only 8" wide.. I thought that would be good enough but it isn't.... Could I run spacers for a more aggressive look?! Any suggestions?

P.S. I'm still planning on some DPTs - possibly 18x9e35s for my "real" summer set (I want new tires for track days!). :lol:

You could spacer that biatch, but you'd want the bolt-on type if you go more than 3mm.
How much spacer is up to you as well. I would guess a 10mm? I might run a 10-15mm spacer on my beater when I mount the SVN's on there.