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14 February 2010, 04:47 PM
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That is asolutely stunning, something like this could get me back in one myself at some stage
Good Job, and congrats for going against the norm
Good Job, and congrats for going against the norm
14 February 2010, 06:29 PM
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Like i said criticism is welcome 
if by functional you mean trackable then no it probably wouldn't do very well nor is it a show car, its just my daily driver and the purpose it serves is that of putting a smile on my face when i see people giving it confused looks
Handles like crap cruising along on a straight bumpy road yes, but hard in the corners with the extra wide grip and camber it never lets go so its a mixed bag really,
The 225's are stretched a wee bit but if i ran wider tyres the wheels would rub like mad so its a compromise, little bit hurt by the pimp my ride remark not sure they have quite as much attention to detail but i understand its not to everyones taste, partly the reason i love my car so much
if by functional you mean trackable then no it probably wouldn't do very well nor is it a show car, its just my daily driver and the purpose it serves is that of putting a smile on my face when i see people giving it confused looks Handles like crap cruising along on a straight bumpy road yes, but hard in the corners with the extra wide grip and camber it never lets go so its a mixed bag really,
The 225's are stretched a wee bit but if i ran wider tyres the wheels would rub like mad so its a compromise, little bit hurt by the pimp my ride remark not sure they have quite as much attention to detail but i understand its not to everyones taste, partly the reason i love my car so much
fair play m8
14 February 2010, 06:38 PM
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Cheers Ben Thanks for putting those up on your blog really appreciate it! Forgot to say 
the HDR pic what camera are you fronting?
Should be attending Japfest event's either santa pod or castle combe, obviously not going on the track with my setup but would be good to meet some fellow scoob fans if any of you go! usually go to top fuelers at pod too was a right laugh last year.
The Dry carbon is 3M vinyl which i wrapped myself, went to Birmingham NEC car show not long ago they had a Lambo with real dry carbon panels and its literally identical to the vinyl, Wet look (glossy) vinyl is not yet available at least no decent stuff exists always ends up looking cheap imo, but i'm sure 3M will crack it soon.
Takes a lot of trial and error to get the right setup this low on these wheels so if anyone was planing on doing it then chat to me or bockett to avoid nasty hicups! Were always keen to see nice scoobies done properly, Not to say i don't like purist Subaru's fully race/rally spec they have a special place in my heart too but i don't have deep enough pockets or the skill to own/build something power mad lol
Im all about owning something unique that gets attention of any kind as long as it keeps me happy ill keep on truckin lol break the mould
Forgot to say the HDR pic what camera are you fronting? Should be attending Japfest event's either santa pod or castle combe, obviously not going on the track with my setup but would be good to meet some fellow scoob fans if any of you go! usually go to top fuelers at pod too was a right laugh last year.
The Dry carbon is 3M vinyl which i wrapped myself, went to Birmingham NEC car show not long ago they had a Lambo with real dry carbon panels and its literally identical to the vinyl, Wet look (glossy) vinyl is not yet available at least no decent stuff exists always ends up looking cheap imo, but i'm sure 3M will crack it soon.
Takes a lot of trial and error to get the right setup this low on these wheels so if anyone was planing on doing it then chat to me or bockett to avoid nasty hicups! Were always keen to see nice scoobies done properly, Not to say i don't like purist Subaru's fully race/rally spec they have a special place in my heart too but i don't have deep enough pockets or the skill to own/build something power mad lol
Im all about owning something unique that gets attention of any kind as long as it keeps me happy ill keep on truckin lol break the mould
14 February 2010, 11:21 PM
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Cheers Ben Thanks for putting those up on your blog really appreciate it! Forgot to say the HDR pic what camera are you fronting?
Should be attending Japfest event's either santa pod or castle combe, obviously not going on the track with my setup but would be good to meet some fellow scoob fans if any of you go! usually go to top fuelers at pod too was a right laugh last year.
Forgot to say the HDR pic what camera are you fronting? Should be attending Japfest event's either santa pod or castle combe, obviously not going on the track with my setup but would be good to meet some fellow scoob fans if any of you go! usually go to top fuelers at pod too was a right laugh last year.
When i get down your way i'll make a day of it and bring the kit with me.
I'll also be at the above so will have a chat about stands etc
15 February 2010, 09:18 AM
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Hi RR, like i said over on elsewhere ;0), cars looking great! the carbon has work out really well.
Alright Ben, blogs looking good!
Ricey
Alright Ben, blogs looking good!
Ricey
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15 February 2010, 03:03 PM
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I like the dry carbon roof bit, how's that achieved?
was a superb set up before you lowered it pal... I'm a bit old fashioned but you've nailed the american "slammed" look well done.
was a superb set up before you lowered it pal... I'm a bit old fashioned but you've nailed the american "slammed" look well done.
15 February 2010, 07:35 PM
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one of the nicest and cleanest subarus ive ever seen, i see yr from potsmouth i dont live to far away from there might see u driving around, try hampshirejapcars.co.uk its a nice little club
15 February 2010, 08:38 PM
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^ Thanks for the heads up i may just pop over there! Anyone going to japfest on 15th of may @ castle combe? i quite fancy it!
Scooby L its carbon vinyl 3M Di-noc mate as mentioned previously
Here's a little comparison between OEM and my wheels:
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Wideboys lol
Still need's some spacers on it to get it Flush as possible i wont be happy till it is! :P
Scooby L its carbon vinyl 3M Di-noc mate as mentioned previously
Here's a little comparison between OEM and my wheels:
Stock
Wideboys lol
Still need's some spacers on it to get it Flush as possible i wont be happy till it is! :P
15 February 2010, 09:00 PM
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We can try my 5mm spacers but they will probably be to small.
Personally i'd want to see how many turns a nut would get on a 15mm spacer. You may want to run extended studs for added security
Personally i'd want to see how many turns a nut would get on a 15mm spacer. You may want to run extended studs for added security
15 February 2010, 09:20 PM
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^ Thanks for the heads up i may just pop over there! Anyone going to japfest on 15th of may @ castle combe? i quite fancy it!
Scooby L its carbon vinyl 3M Di-noc mate as mentioned previously
Here's a little comparison between OEM and my wheels:
Stock
Wideboys lol
Still need's some spacers on it to get it Flush as possible i wont be happy till it is! :P
Scooby L its carbon vinyl 3M Di-noc mate as mentioned previously
Here's a little comparison between OEM and my wheels:
Stock
Wideboys lol
Still need's some spacers on it to get it Flush as possible i wont be happy till it is! :P
Your car looks sick mate. I had a set of Forces fitted today 18x9 with stretched 225/40/18`s on the bobeye wrx what suspension set up you got there mate as I want mine to look just like that.