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HeadyTopper
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Ok so I have a 2005 FXT and I'm looking to mod it. I'm looking at anything such as upgrading the exhaust sound, wheels, sound system, etc. Just let me know what you recommend. If you have any pictures of any of the mods on your car, post them!

+K For helpful responses of course.


(inb4 lesbian, soccer mom, japanese, etc insults)
Jan 19 2012 2:37PM
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penguin_steeze
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400 hp and 0-60 in 3.8
Apr 30 2012 11:21AM
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maxgilly
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i got at least 50 hp on my '98 forester
Apr 30 2012 11:50AM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Anyone recommend the Stromung Catback? I am thinking about buying it, then I can always go stage 2 later on. Or my other option is buying an Cobb AP and then buying an exhaust.. But that'll give me a nice sound after a long time of raising money.
Apr 30 2012 4:21PM
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tBatt
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Well are you actually looking for performance or it to sound sweet?
Apr 30 2012 4:42PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Honestly, I am looking for sound. I assume I could always buy an aftermarket dp and a Cobb later on right?
Apr 30 2012 5:06PM
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Rumi.
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yo post some pics, i wanna see how it's goin
Apr 30 2012 5:11PM
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Astomp
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Nope pretty sure all dp's and Cobb ap's are going bankrupt.

Just put on the catless dp today....incredible performance gains and sick sound.
Apr 30 2012 7:29PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
I can't go cat less since i live in mass... also then ill need a tune and don't feel like dropping a few hunneds on that..
Apr 30 2012 7:49PM
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Lolocaust.
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mother of god, I would have sex with that mufflaaa
Apr 30 2012 7:49PM
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Astomp
Posts: 10090 - Karma: 344
I'm using the Cobb stage +Aem+ lwg duty cycle. No boost creep, and free from Cobb. Until I can afford a vf52 and headers i will have to sit out on a pro tune and just go with an ots map
Apr 30 2012 7:52PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
I think I'm just going to buy the storming catback if it pairs with my stock down pipe. That way ill get great sound without a tune.
Apr 30 2012 8:22PM
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Static
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if you havent done the snorkus delete that is a free way to get some cool sounds (actually I don't even know on a forester but it works on an impreza)
Apr 30 2012 9:35PM
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hardig1234
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is that davids car?
Apr 30 2012 9:45PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Nvm I am going with a Cobb AP v2!
May 4 2012 9:03PM
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tBatt
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w00t w00t!
Now you can run a map for whatever else you decide to do for your car. maximum efficiency w/o having to pay for a tune every time FTW!
May 6 2012 1:17AM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Hell yeah!
May 6 2012 10:27AM
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midget.
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I put these two bros in my subaru its much nicer now
May 6 2012 12:34PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Anyone have an n1 style muffler for my forester?!
May 15 2012 7:35PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Still looking for AP..
May 22 2012 5:33PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Installed a turbo xs rfl 3" axelback that mounts to stock midpipe. Just bought a greddy tic 3" midpipe that mounts to stock downpipe. Also just bought wrx struts laced with tein lowering springs which I will be putting on soon. Stoked! Once I get the sti scoop painted my car will start coming together!
Jul 3 2012 9:10AM
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BuSkiz
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Post pics bro!

I need to give my car a nice wash and then i'll take some pics
Jul 3 2012 9:16AM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
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Obviously not lowered yet!
Jul 3 2012 10:35AM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Yay that was my 1000th post!
Jul 3 2012 10:36AM
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WI_Personallty
Posts: 881 - Karma: 161

you know what you get when you put fancy new rims, a loud muffler, and a spoiler on any car?

a fart can with a loud muffler, fancy rims, and spoiler. It's so stupid. Dodge neons are a prime example. Don't turn a cool car into something stupid.

Jul 3 2012 11:35AM
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*simba*
Posts: 9125 - Karma: 512
Honestly this is one of the dumbest things I've heard this week. Also, you just called a Dodge Neon a cool car.
Jul 3 2012 11:41AM
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*simba*
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Here's mine now:
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As for performance all she has is the Invidia N1 catback. Since I'm starting college this fall I really don't have the money right now to continue with mods, but I have a Blouch 18g and massive TMIC in my possession. However, I'm probably just going to sell both of these, because if I'm going to upgrade the turbo, I'm going to do it right the first time. Next summer she'll probably be getting a gt35r on a rotated setup with an FMIC and supporting mods. Lowering springs are also going to get put on soon.
Jul 3 2012 11:52AM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Woah there buddy.. Im putting a full three inch exhaust on to help reduce rear pressure. It's a high performance exhaust, not a little loud muffler. Also, my car does not have a spoiler. I am not turning it into something stupid. Obviously you know little about high performance cars or how to mod anything.
Jul 3 2012 11:54AM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
So clean!
Jul 3 2012 11:55AM
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.AR6rider.
Posts: 15976 - Karma: 8,799
All show, no go. Why don't you worry more about performance before throwing on new wheels, suspension, seats, etc?. No wonder you thought the other kid was stupid. You're a fucking ricer.
Jul 3 2012 12:02PM
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*simba*
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I paid A LOT of money for my winter tires and wanted some summer wheels so I wouldn't wear them out when they don't need to be. Paid 200 for the wheels/tires. Seats were a direct trade with my stock WRX seats. Grill was a direct trade with stock grill. Lowering springs aren't as expensive as you may think.

My car will be sitting getting unused for a year...I don't think I'm in a rush to get everything done. And like I said, next summer I'll be running a gt35r in that. That's a REALLY big turbo if you didn't know.
Jul 3 2012 12:06PM
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.AR6rider.
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Thanks, chief. I had NO idea.
Jul 3 2012 12:13PM
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*simba*
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You drive an fj cruiser. Didn't expect you to.
Jul 3 2012 12:14PM
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.AR6rider.
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I also drive an '07 STi...herp derp.
Jul 3 2012 12:15PM
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*simba*
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Oh! I had no idea. How long ago did you get that?
Jul 3 2012 12:18PM
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skithesprings
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Haha, what "modding" have you done so far? Mud flaps? And calling a forrester a high performance car? Get real. You drive the car that 90% of all lesbians own. Nothing you do to the car will ever make it "high performance"
Jul 3 2012 12:25PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
It's people like you that cause me to laugh hysterically.
Jul 3 2012 12:43PM
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.AR6rider.
Posts: 15976 - Karma: 8,799
He's right. You slapped a fart can on a Dyke wagon and are now claiming it's a high performance car.
Jul 3 2012 12:44PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Bring in the stereotypes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!111!!!1!!
Jul 3 2012 12:45PM
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HeadyTopper
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http://www.juststance.com/exclusive/sucker-punch/

If this isn't high performance than idk what is.
Jul 3 2012 12:47PM
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.AR6rider.
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Sure thing. I automatically assume you are a huge douche popsicle because you put stickers that say "illest" at an obscure angle on your back window. You have mudflaps on your car, yet it will drive on pavement 99.6% of the time. It's probably an automatic.
Jul 3 2012 12:49PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
The fact that I can mod my car to go faster than yours for only 2 grand is rather funny too..
Jul 3 2012 12:50PM
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.AR6rider.
Posts: 15976 - Karma: 8,799
Modifications
Engine:
2007 STi VF-43 turbo
Grimmspeed external up pipe/dump tube (external wastegate; ceramic coated black)
Grimmspeed internal wastegate block off plate
Walbro 255lph fuel pump, stock injectors
SS Autochrome front mount intercooler
Grimmspeed manual boost controller
Kartboy light weight crank pulley
eBay oil catch can (modified with filter)
Mishimoto Subaru Forester XT Turbo Aluminum Performance Radiator
Mishimoto Subaru WRX and STI Aluminum Fan Shroud
Protuned by John Shafer at Akuma Motorsports LLC (260whp, 265wtq)
Kartboy short throw shifter with full bushing kit
Turnin Concepts trans crossmember bushings
OEM stock clutch
50/50 mix of Motul 75/90 gear 300 and Redline Shockproof (smurfsblood) in the stock 5mt trans
75w90 gear 300 rear diff fluid
3″ bellmouth ERZ downpipe with wideband bung
3″ custom welded cat-back exhaust to a Magnaflow muffler
SPT short ram intake
2006 STi bypass valve
NGK iridium one step colder spark plugs


Modifications on your car:

Mudflaps
Exhaust

See the SLIGHT difference there?

Get the fuck out of here, kid. I think the kids down the street need a ride to soccer practice.
Jul 3 2012 12:51PM
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HeadyTopper
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Haha I'm sorry you got that impression of me. But I actually rally this car on hard packed mud trails almost every day. It will be stage 2+ within the next month or when funds are present. I also happen to need the space of the forester.
Jul 3 2012 12:53PM
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HeadyTopper
Posts: 1170 - Karma: 97
Woah lets hold up.. I never said mine was a high performance car. I'm 16 and obviously can't fully mod my car. However I'm getting there.. It'll be stage 2 and will be on upgraded suspension. That's all I want to do to it. No need to get all pissy here big cat. I just sent you that to show how foresters are high performance cars. They are sleepers, everyone knows that.
Jul 3 2012 3:07PM
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.AR6rider.
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With enough money/mods, ANY car can be a "high performance car." Let's not get carried away.
Jul 3 2012 3:09PM
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Willgum
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I would kill to have a car like yours at 16
Jul 3 2012 3:13PM
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HeadyTopper
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My car stock can do a 0-60 pull in less then 5 seconds...
Jul 3 2012 3:13PM
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.AR6rider.
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Sure thing, bud.
Jul 3 2012 3:18PM
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HeadyTopper
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I would know. I timed it.
Jul 3 2012 3:23PM
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.AR6rider.
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I hope when you're older than 16, you look back and realize how much of an idiot you were.
Jul 3 2012 3:25PM
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