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yellow headlight lamin-x

xxlmellon — Mon, 21 May 2012 01:00:25 GMT

I know that someone on here knows if this stuff is legal on headlight lenses. I am only wondering about the yellow film. Any info would be much appreciated. Thanks

For Sale (Massachusetts) 2005 sti bbs wheels

Simply_Clean — Sun, 20 May 2012 21:50:32 GMT

Lowell, ma (pick up) sorry for the bad quality pics (pics from ipad)

Title says.. Needs to be painted an needs tire. Has curb rashes on some but its not any harsh one. Price set at $350.00 if this was painted. It will look really nice and 350.00 well spent ;D

5x114.3

Thanks for looking.

Rim 1:

Rim 2:

Rim 3:

Rim 4:

Text for Faster response 9783197582.

boost creep

ghost — Sun, 20 May 2012 17:37:54 GMT

I have a 2012 wrx and want to do a down pipe but have heard of catless dp causing creep has anyone run a cables dp and had this issue ? should i just spend the extra $$$ for a catted ?

CT People!!! Gun question.

RCKSTR — Sun, 20 May 2012 14:57:01 GMT

So in your awesome state do you need to have a permit to own a handgun or only to carry?

Like say for self defense but it'd only be kept at the house...

Gary's the man at Manchester Subaru

TurboRush — Sun, 20 May 2012 13:12:21 GMT

Wanted to say thank you Gary (DHGurs) for helping me out this weekend. My roommates car blew up this past week so I convinced him to look into Subarus (not a car guy, couldn't care less). He had 2 simple requirements, 5 speed and sunroof.

After a quick exchange with Gary I knew they had something on the lot that met those requirements (2013 Impreza, dont even know the trim). Headed down there yesterday, took it for a drive, he gave us a number, we went to the bank, handed over a check, handed us the keys and we were on the way. Zero pain, zero hassle, exactly what he wanted.

Honestly, I was impressed at the number of features he got for a price of right around $20k and change out the door.

Cliffs notes: You need buy Subaru? You buy Subaru from Gary.

Press/shop

gvfs — Sun, 20 May 2012 03:05:16 GMT

I need to get my rear diff forward mount bushings pressed out, as in the pic below. The mount is aluminum. Does anyone have a press or know of a shop that can press these out without distorting the aluminum? Northern MA would work for me as well.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9...0/IMAG0903.jpg

2002 WRX Drivetrain into 99OBS

Captinbob — Sun, 20 May 2012 01:33:52 GMT

the center diff in my 99OBS(5-speed) is ready to explode, so im putting the drivetrain from the 2002 wrx(5-speed) into it.

so i will need?

transmission-check
wrx clutch/flywheel-check
drive shaft- need
rear diff- mounted to obs read subframe-check
clutch pedal-check
slave cylinder/hose-check

anything else-

and what about wiring?

For Sale (New Hampshire) 04 STI s-tech's and struts

Captinbob — Sun, 20 May 2012 00:26:13 GMT

2004 sti Tein S-techs $100 milage unknown

4-2004 Sti Struts, worn out and clunking, but maybe someone can use them for the housings $50

Who's hotter? Mary Ann or Ginger

inski — Sun, 20 May 2012 00:02:54 GMT

Rce yellows and dampers

ghost — Sat, 19 May 2012 23:08:05 GMT

I have 2012 wrx sedan and am thinking of going with the rce yellows but could use some advice on what to do about the dampers ( use the factory till they blow or replace right away) . Im also wondering if I will be scaling with these springs wich concerns me, still getting use to avoiding everything. miss the 33's and not caring about the road conditions. thanks for the insight

Clutch Suggestions........

toddhgr — Sat, 19 May 2012 22:31:17 GMT

So, for anybody who hasn't seen my build thread. I have a 2000 Legacy Outback wagon with a modded ej20 out of an 02 wrx. The engine has a few things like worked 05 heads, catless up and down pipes, unequal length header, grimspeed ebcs, Perrin after MAF, and a custom stage 2 tune. So, the swap is done and running great. But now I have clutch issues. I had a brand new stock clutch for the wagon sitting around, so while the engine was out we put the new clutch in. I knew that it wouldn't last to long, but it was what I had. Well, it failed sooner than I expected. It slips when I'm on a hill and I get over 3k. I'm running the origional flywheel as well. What would you guys reccomend I get for a clutch? Should I be looking for one for the outback or for a 2002 wrx? If I get one that's for a wrx what else I have to replace? Flywheel, clutch slave? Keep in mind that I'm on a very limited budget so I can't afford the most expensive stuff out there, but I also can't afford to cheap out and have to do it again in a month.

dispose of coolant

Nemesis — Sat, 19 May 2012 22:28:47 GMT

where can i get rid of coolant? and no im not dumping in a drain or in the grass

For Sale (Vermont) JDM STi GC Coupe Stainless Sills & 60mm triple gauge pod (dash)

Aczwild — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:44:29 GMT

Well with the majority of my interior removed and no way to have my sills mounted any longer, I'm throwing them up for grabs. These are JDM STi GC COUPE stainless sills.

$150 Shipped in the lower 48

^ Back when the interior resembled an actual interior

Next up I have a 60MM "Defi style" gauge pod for the GC dash. Its fiberglass with a black finish that matches the dash pretty well. Brand new, never used.

$120 Shipped in the lower 48. Pics to be posted tonight, however it mounts the same as this CF 60mm pod I also had and sold a while back

Everything will ship with UPS, fully insured. Payment through Paypal, or cash in person.

Oil Light - 2012 Impreza

Bob_A_Booie — Sat, 19 May 2012 14:25:07 GMT

So I'm driving home from work the other day and my oil light comes on. I quickly get off at the next exit and by the time I get to the bottom of the ramp the light goes back out.

I pull into the nearest gas station and check the oil. It is a little low so I add some (less than a quart).

The light was probably on for less than a minute and hasn't happened since then (1 week/800 miles)

I mention this to the dealer a couple of days later when it is in for the 15k maintenance. He tells me this has been happening with some of the new Imprezas and it is a false indication. Something about the computer getting confused when they change fuses during the initial dealer prep.

They can fix it IF the light is on when I bring it in... takes about 10 minutes.

Has anyone else heard of this or are they giving a line of BS ?

For Sale/Trade (Massachusetts) BNIB Linea Corse Lemans 5x100

Simply_Clean — Fri, 18 May 2012 20:59:34 GMT

18x9.5+30 / 5x100 oops acidently put fs/ft its actually for sale.

Selling my brand new Linea corse Lemans that i just received yesterday. Unfortunately they gave me the wrong lug pattern >.> ...........

So Price is at $1150 FIRM ! Save yourself $102.00

Thanks for Looking.

If this doesn't get sold by Tuesday. It will be going back to Wheel Dude. Because i wont get the shipping paper till then.

JNA Bundle Inside:06-07 2.5/wrx/sti Owners Check This Out

JNA Performance — Fri, 18 May 2012 19:08:38 GMT

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For Sale (Connecticut) Miro STP-1 18x10 - $1600 OBO

CDubs — Fri, 18 May 2012 19:07:34 GMT

Selling my Miro STP-1 wheels

i bought them used of nasioc just about 2 months ago, due to some car trouble i have no choice but to sell to afford some stuff

here is the run down on specs

Miro STP-1
18x10 +25 offset
Condition 8.5-9/10 (sone nicks here and there but nothing too noticable bought them like this no damage was caused by me)

Tires
225/40 Nankang NS2
(tires show wear on sidewall from rubbing fender on our fantastic new england roads but still have great life left in them)

Ran this set up for about 2k miles tops most likely not even that much

Price asking $1600 obo picked up, willing to meet within resason, i will not drive 4 hours to deliver wheels unless you throw me a good amount for gas.

shoot me a pm and id be happy to give you my number

please serious buys only

By xcgoldenhawk at 2012-04-15

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For Sale (Connecticut) Craftsman Low-Profile Car Jack

Jaymansomething — Fri, 18 May 2012 17:34:00 GMT

I bought this some years ago for my lowered talon. Used it a handful of times and it's been sitting in my garage ever since because I sold my talon and bought an SUV. I never even took the protective plastic off the landing. In the picture, it just looks a little dusty from sitting in my garage. I don't know what these go for, so $50 bucks sounds fair to me?

Let me know if you want it!

NES Caravans to the EFI Meet on Saturday 5/19

Jaymansomething — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:20:20 GMT

"Caravans are gay" -Kojak77

If anyone is interested in a caravan to the EFI meet this Saturday, let this thread serve as the chalk board for plans. Post where you're coming from and your route and I can coordinate times, places and mock up a list for each. Need some info first. Go...

Machester, Ct. - 8:15am @ Bagaboo Creek parking lot
Southington, Ct. - 9:00am @ Target parking lot

Want to Buy (Maine) 2.0 shortblock

Ray — Thu, 17 May 2012 23:05:50 GMT

Cash waiting for a good wrx shortblock, need my car back ASAP! any links or help appreciated!

Want to Buy (New Hampshire) 04-07 sti rear shocks

bugeye-wagon — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:49:33 GMT

CAN ONLY USE 04 Sorry for the mistake in the heading.

I need a set of sti rears for my 02 wagon. Post what you have , price, and the millage on them. thanks! To reach me quickest text or call 6035600865 names chris.

Want to Buy (Connecticut) Hybrid motor

[JT] — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:59:13 GMT

Looking for a complete Hybrid motor to drop into my car. Must have the heads chambered to match the 257 block.

Also will consider v7 motors, or a built ej205.

Let me know what you have, and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you

Location is CT

Nerdy Apparel

stage2clothing — Thu, 17 May 2012 16:26:04 GMT

Hi Everyone,

We've partnered with a few people and we're coming out with a new brand. The brand is called Nerdy Apparel and revolves around everything 'nerdy'. Our mission statement is as follows: Providing "the nerd" in all of us with some kick ass apparel.

We're hoping to have your support and continue to grow this brand. We're looking forward to this and have some pretty ambitious plans over the summer and the upcoming year. Stay tuned our website will be launched pretty shortly.

Truth about Prosport -WTF!?

ScoobyStang — Thu, 17 May 2012 07:25:12 GMT

This is legit, I talked to Ryan. I just spent 2 hours ripping my Prosport gauges out and threw em in the trash.

http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/show...4#post37159414

Kinetic Built Twin Turbo Eclipse GSX

Kinetic — Thu, 17 May 2012 03:39:04 GMT

So I finally got a few free minutes to post up a few pictures of my 99 GSX which I have almost finished the Twin Turbo build on. Well it is really never done always a work in progress . I am still working on the staged injection system that will inject methanol using 4 seperate fuel injectors these are in addition to the normal 4 injectors suppling regular pump gas Currently just running on 93 pump gas.
The turbo System is similar to a sequential turbo set up in some ways. Large turbo is a Garrett GT4294R small is a Garrett GT2560R.
Currently making approx 450 HP on pump gas once meth is back on line looking to turn the boost back up to reach 750-800 whp like it was with the old meth set up and single large turbo. The gain with the twins is that I will get boost around 2.5k rpm on the small turbo which is way better down low then was with the 42R would come in around 6k -6.5k

Its a lot better to drive with power below 6k Rpm

Thanks for looking

Rick

For Sale (Maine) 1991 Lexus Ls400

GClark — Thu, 17 May 2012 02:44:17 GMT

"Pre-eminence means creativity, not imitation. It means using all the technologies and approaches of the present, not the criteria of the past. In meeting these challenges, the Lexus LS400 stands supreme as the foremost luxury saloon of its generation."

For sale is the car, nay, champion, that started it all for the luxury brand Lexus. The LS400 was the first Lexus, and arguably the best. Back in the 80's, Toyota pumped 1 Billion dollars(!) into the development of the LS. Its job was to put Lexus on the map, and show that the Japanese can produce a luxury car that could rival the luxury heavyweight, BMW and Mercedes. What they produced was the LS400. Powered by the 4.0 L 1UZ-FE V8, the LS400 produced 250hp and 260tq all to the rear wheels, and is good for several hundred thousand miles. Search craiglist, most of the Ls's have way over 200k. Almost none are being parted out because the engine failed.

Now my car, 1991 Lexus LS400.

Mileage: 104,xxx

Color: Light Blue

Interior: Blue/grey

Pros:

Low Mileage, 104k is barely broken in

Lots of receipts/paperwork for work done, all major services are up to date

Clean interior

Leather is in very good condition. Only wear is on the driver seat, look at the attached pictures.

Instrument Panel completely lights up, usually a common problem for LS's.

Runs great

Stops great

Only rust I've seen is a 1 1/1in line on the fender, see pics. Never seen a Maine winter! I've seen it up on a lift, undercarriage is clean.

Sunroof doesnt leak, windows all work, radio sounds great, all lights work.

Currently stickered until the end of the month, then I'll renew it.

Only 3 owners, me, who owned it for a total of 3 months, an older Greek man who it owned for a year, and a spry young lady who bought it brand new when she was 65 and sold it in 2011 when she turned 85.

Engine was clean when I got it, still clean.

Shifts Great

Still have original first aid, everything in it

Same with Lexus tool kit and face towel, never used(!)

Newer front tires.

A/C heat work perfectly.

Ever driven a LS? Has the best steering feel of any car I've driven, its too easy. Parking is a breeze. And its extremely quiet on the road, thanks to, "Some 300 technological innovations to aid smooth operation and silence,including fluid-damped cabin fixtures,vibration-insulating rubber mounts,airflow fairings,and sandwich steel body panels" 0-60 8.5 seconds, not to shabby for a big luxury car, passing on the highway is effortless. Gas mileage is good too, I was getting in the middle 20's around town, and high 20's on the highway. Just drive with lightfoot.

I love the little things in this car: the tilting headrests, little sun visor between the big ones, lights on all the doors, upper leg vent for the air. Amazing. Instrument panel is one of the best I've seen.

Cons:

Valves have a slight tick. Normal for a first gen LS, see here:http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums...howtopic=15338 , http://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls40...it-normal.html Basically it won't hurt the engine, but it would nice to have it quiet again.

First owner, kept everything clean and kept the car up on maintenance, but wasn't the best driver. Dent on the rear corner, scratches on a few spots, but overall is in good condition. See pics.

Slight wear on the drivers seat bolster, see pics.

Slight vibration when cruising at highway speed, $75 alignment will cure it.

HVAC panel doesnt light up unless it's hot out. Doesnt affect the controls however. Common Ls problem, vendors on ebay can fix it.

Trac light comes every once in a while, doesn't affect anything.

Clear is peeling on the drivers fender, thanks first owner.

Now then, check out the review on Top Gear:

Old Top Gear Lexus LS400 & GS300 - YouTube

On cars.com:

http://www.cars.com/lexus/ls-400/1991/

More specs:

4 speed auto transmission
Traction Control
22.5 gallon fuel tank
Moon Roof
Heated Leather Seats(work great)
Keyless entry
Premium sound(comes stock with a subwoofer)
Automatic tilt steering wheel(when you take the key out)
Automatic tinted rearview
Fog lights

Why do you want to buy this car?

Simple. It's an beautiful luxury machine packed with features, more than most new cars. Your neighbors will be jealous. Your friends will be jealous(its got a v8! JDM!) and they'll love how comfortable the seats are. Mom's; this car is wicked safe and reliable, airbag and all. Your grandparents will be jealous, this car rides so smooth. This isn't a wimpy Smart car, it's a big car that will won't disintegrate when hit. Ride in confidence.

Reason for selling?

I would like a motorcycle. Trades welcome.

More gloating:

"Notable examples of awards received by the Lexus LS include (1991) Canadian Car of the Year(and the Canadians know what they're talking aboot!), Wheels Car of the Year,and Top Gear Limousine of the Year.The Lexus LS has been the highest-rated luxury car in Automobile Magazine,Car and Driver,Consumer Reports,Fleet World,and MotorWeek. In J.D. Power's long-term Vehicle Dependability Study, the Lexus LS has been the most reliable car for fifteen consecutive years, the most for any manufacturer,and Consumer Reports has ranked the sedan as the most reliable vehicle tested. Safety awards include Auto Bild's 2007 Innovation Prize for the LS 460 pre-collision system,consecutive first place rankings in the What Car? Security Supertest, and Kiplinger's "Best in Safety for Cars $40,000 and Over".Technical honors range from Ward's 10 Best Engines, and Edmunds.com's "Best Sound System in Cars Over $30,000".

Shoot me an email, text, or call with any questions,

two07-212-1525.

Asking 3900obo.

KKB says 4100 in good condition, 4500 for excellent.

Car is in Lewiston.

Check out all my additional pictures here:

http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzq2tXN

My sources: http://www.lexls.com/info/
wikipedia.org
thegoogle

Thanks,

Garrett

swap 11' wrx struts for 11'sti struts???

heffery5000 — Thu, 17 May 2012 01:43:31 GMT

I originally was goin to swap for sti struts and prob do rce yellows but that was when i was foolish and thought it would be easy and theyd be a direct swap. What exactly is needed to make em fit? From what i gather its mainly the fronts that need modding. Im just curious cuz the opportunity to purchase has presented itself

RjKlement15's Endless money pit

rjklement15 — Thu, 17 May 2012 01:37:33 GMT

Even though I have reached a plateau for the time being, I'll make my journal now,

Current mods:

Protune by Kinetic, which I am very happy with

Performance:
Invidia N1 race
Invidia Catless Downpipe
Perrin Equal length headers
HKS up pipe
Cobb SF Intake w/ box
Perrin TMIC
Deustchwerks 750cc Injectors
HKS SSQV4 Blowoff valve, Recirculated
Cobb Lightweight pulley
Walbro 255
grimspeed 3port

May be more, Ill update if I forgot something

Wheels/suspension
17" RPF1s on stock rubber
Cheapo BC racing coilovers

ETC:
Pioneer Touchscreeen H/U (dont care to get model #)
Alpine Speakers all around
JL 12w7, soon to be put into Daily driver when I grab one
Kenwood 1300w amp
TWM Short throw, knob, bushings.

Future:
Over the summer I plan to grab and internal part every few weeks and fully rebuild over the winter.
2.7 kit
blouch dominator 3.0 and EWG setup
Big brakes
suitable clutch based on future numbers
Meth or 110 tune

I haven't decided what I am going to do with the transmission. Probably just make the decision when **** breaks. but I will get a transmission mount

If i forgot something ill add it later.

For Sale (Maine) 04 Impreza rim

-boz — Thu, 17 May 2012 01:13:12 GMT

For free, or six pack of not so high caliber beverage.

It does have a chunk taken out by the bead.. However with some aluminum tape and bead glue it holds air surprisingly.. Obviously it's not safe for the street but if you're moving a car around, holding up a car, using it as a seat or using it for a discus event it's about as amazing as a STI convertible. While I might also add, having a rim like this will definitely get you noticed by the ladies.

Again this rim is synonymous with free.

ABS/braking issue

yaya — Wed, 16 May 2012 23:57:11 GMT

This morning on my way to work I noticed an odd feeling in my brake pedal that felt like air in my lines (but only occurs under light braking just before the vehicle comes to a stop). Eventually my ABS light came on and I assumed that my fluid was a little low.

Fasr forward to after work, issue still persists. Checked fluid level and master cylinder, fluid level is fine and no leaks found.

Decided to pull ABS fuse and go for a test drive and the issue is no longer present. What is wrong with my ABS? Sensor, solenoid, ABS module?

Car: 02 WRX wagon
Brakes: STI brembos
Mileage: 104k
Fluid: ATE Super blue

Brembos, rotors and pads were installed less than 10k miles ago with a complete fluid flush.

I'm tempted to delete ABS as opposed to throwing money at parts.