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11-26-2006, 01:10 PM
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New guy and a lot of questions!
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Howdy all. I’m new to this SVX thing, but have loved my Legacy since mile one. Scoobies kick butt. Instead of going for the spec.B, I opted for something to complement my Legacy GT. I’ve got about a million (maybe a few less) questions about the SVX in general and about specific mods and would appreciate your input. I’ve scanned the sites and gather some great info, but it is decision time about what to order. Here goes! 1. TIRES-It came with nearly new Bridgestone Potenza RE92s 60s which are already on eBay. I found a smoking deal on some Eagle F1s through TireRack. I know they are way overkill for the SVX, but the price was right and they look incredible. What have you folks run with good luck? 2. STAGE I-I’m not too interested in the cash outlay for the turbo- or super-charger, or the Stage II or III kits. Have any of you used the ecutone electronics upgrade? http://www.ecutune.com/svx-stage1.htm I’m curious how it compares with others on eBay for far less $. To go with it will be a cold(er) air intake from http://svx-motorsport-accessories.st...rformance.html They have a few kinds available and seem to have a great reputation. From what I have been able to gather, there is no need for the resistor nipping (behind the battery) if the ecutune kit is used. Thoughts? Experience? 3. FLOOR MATS-I thought this would be a quick and easy process. Have you had any luck with reasonably priced carpet or carpet/rubber mats that match the gray in the 94 interior? Is a custom set the ticket, or is there a good aftermarket product that fits well? 4. SHIFT KIT-This kit leaks cheap, easy to install, and useful. http://www.smallcar.com/svx/tsk.htm Anyone done it? Is it needed it the stage I mods above are done? 5. TRANSMISSION COOLER/FILTER-I’ve seen a number of different coolers in pics but haven’t found anyone who could tell me which one works to quell the cooling problems in the SVX. I’d like to do it right the first time. I’ve also seen an external filter. Is this really necessary? Have most folks used the gauge pods? http://svx-motorsport-accessories.st....net/inac.html. 6. ALARM KEY FOBS-My car came with none. Subaru seems to still sell them at $50-$60 each. Another choice seems to be eBay http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...4961403&rd=1,1. Has anyone used this and achieved success? I sure like the size. 7. PAINT-Aside from having my local dealer make me a small batch, where might I find touch-up paint for the exterior (blue)? 8. SERVICE HISTORY-I’ve had no luck finding service history records for the car. I tried all dealers in the areas where the car spent its life. Monday I call Subaru for assistance. Any thoughts? 9. DRIVER’S SEAT COVER-Any ideas where I can find a stock seat covering? This one is in tough shape and needs replacement. Subaru wants $450 for the one. 10. HANDLING-Has anyone found good luck with particular springs/rates? Drop spring kit? Struts? Are there any specific sites I should know about for stock and (light) performance parts? Thanks all. I hope this list turns out to be like my motorcycling lists. I’ve discovered some great folks there in the last decade or two. brad 
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11-26-2006, 07:22 PM
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1. TIRES-It came with nearly new Bridgestone Potenza RE92s 60s which are already on eBay. I found a smoking deal on some Eagle F1s through TireRack. I know they are way overkill for the SVX, but the price was right and they look incredible. What have you folks run with good luck?
Tires are entirely personal preference. I like Azenis RT-615, but thats just me... 2. STAGE I-I’m not too interested in the cash outlay for the turbo- or super-charger, or the Stage II or III kits. Have any of you used the ecutone electronics upgrade? Yes, Ecutune is the BEST. Even Stage One is a vast improvement. Ebay ones are crap, unless they are selling the Ecutune kit. Air Intakes are a bit of a debate, I have one because my Airbox Exploded, but any cold air or ducted kit will work very well. 3. FLOOR MATS-I thought this would be a quick and easy process. Have you had any luck with reasonably priced carpet or carpet/rubber mats that match the gray in the 94 interior? Is a custom set the ticket, or is there a good aftermarket product that fits well? Custom or universal, no one makes large quantities of SVX specific mats, other subaru mats should be close. 4. SHIFT KIT-This kit leaks cheap, easy to install, and useful. http://www.smallcar.com/svx/tsk.htm Anyone done it? Is it needed it the stage I mods above are done? Helps older trans. not very effective if your trans. is good, IMHO 5. TRANSMISSION COOLER/FILTER-I’ve seen a number of different coolers in pics but haven’t found anyone who could tell me which one works to quell the cooling problems in the SVX. I’d like to do it right the first time. I’ve also seen an external filter. Is this really necessary? Have most folks used the gauge pods? Yes, any trans. cooler is better than stock, again external filter is very effective. 6. ALARM KEY FOBS-My car came with none. Subaru seems to still sell them at $50-$60 each. Another choice seems to be eBay Yes, any Subaru fob should work. Look in the FAQ for directions on programming them. 7. PAINT-Aside from having my local dealer make me a small batch, where might I find touch-up paint for the exterior (blue)? Yes, there is a site that has factory matches, forgot the site though. Comes in pen and small bottles. 8. SERVICE HISTORY-I’ve had no luck finding service history records for the car. I tried all dealers in the areas where the car spent its life. Monday I call Subaru for assistance. Any thoughts? Subaru can tell you any recalls or service done at any dealership. Get friendly with your service manger, first name friendly. 9. DRIVER’S SEAT COVER-Any ideas where I can find a stock seat covering? This one is in tough shape and needs replacement. Subaru wants $450 for the one. Ebay, or buy new seats. I'll sell you mine for a couple hundred and buy aftermarket seats. 10. HANDLING-Has anyone found good luck with particular springs/rates? Drop spring kit? Struts? Koni and GC coilovers are the best for money. Or Motorsport warehouse springs and OE replacement struts Are there any specific sites I should know about for stock and (light) performance parts? Subaru parts, they have a 15% sale now too.
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1992 SVX- -Drivetrain by BUDFREAK- Green, LS with spoiler, 157,000, ES Swaybar bushings, 9005/6 mod, 2.25' Dual Exhaust, Custom Grounding, Hyperwhite fogs, LED tails, 4.44s, custom Blitz intake, tranny cooler, thats about it, for now...  1997 Chevy 1500 -FOR SALE- 5.7 liter, Z71, 300hp+, still almost 20mpg 1986 Merkur XR4Ti -SOLD- SVO Engine, T3 hybrid turbo, K&N, custom ducting, Initial D painted, 18psi, fastest car for under $1000, ever.
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#4
11-26-2006, 09:32 PM
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Welcome to the site.
Lots of good questions. I'd suggest using the "Search" feature and then posting in specific threads for more info. -Bill
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Retired NASA Rocket Scientist Most famous NASA "Child" - OSIRIS-REx delivered samples from asteroid BENNU to Earth in Sept. 2023 Center Network Member #989 '92 Fully caged, 5 speed, waiting for its fully built EG33 '92 "Test Mule", 4:44 Auto, JDM 4:44 Rear Diff with Mech LSD, Tuned headers, Full one-off suspension '92(?) Laguna, 6 spd and other stuff (still at OT's place) My Locker
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#5
11-26-2006, 10:07 PM
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Floor Mats: The entire stock of gray factory floor mats has long gone. The beige ones recently did too. Motorsportwarehouse has mats designed for the SVX which are heavier, larger, and fit better than OEM and are of better quality overall. Available to match your interior.
http://svx-motorsport-accessories.st...t/svxalfl.html http://svx-motorsport-accessories.st...greysvxlo.html Shift Kit: Works wonderfully. Smooth shifts under normal acceleration and firm, quick shifts under hard acceleration. Some members have had issues with the blinking power light on startup. Most members I know who had it love it. Transmission Cooler: A definite addition. Many use the B&M Supercooler #70255. Small, effective and easy to install. In front of the radiator behind the grille. Check http://www.bmracing.com/index.php?id...bcat=28&pid=73 Alarm Remotes: The KeylessRide remotes on ebay are excellent! They are cheaper, smaller, lighter, and much better constructed than OEM. Available on ebay or directly from http://www.keylessride.com The black ones can either be a 1 button or 2 button remote. Your choice, works exactly the same. I even accidentally sent one through the wash cycle. Works perfectly. Programs without any problems. Touchup Paint: Go to http://www.paintscratch.com they have it in various size bottles and touch-up pens. They mix it fresh for each order (It doesn't sit around on shelves getting stale). They guarantee perfect color match. .
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016  2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback  2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields.  4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 11-26-2006 at 10:16 PM.
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#6
11-26-2006, 10:08 PM
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Welcome to the site. Visit the How-To Doc to get more info on many things.
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19
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#7
11-27-2006, 05:14 AM
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Motorsports Warehouse has most of what your looking for, or can get it. Coil overs, floormats and seat covers. The ECUTune stuff only does the engine ecu. The resistor behind the battery and the shift kit have nothing to do with the ECUTune Stage I. If you call Motorsports Warehouse, make sure you take to Dayle. Mike at ECUTune is "Longassname" here on the site. As for how good is the Stage I I cant say. I went straight for the Stage III and havent looked back.
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