TheSubaruJunkie

So now that the show is over, its time to focus on the RX and figure out why its not making any boost. So I pulled it into the garage, ran it, and discovered a huge exhaust leak at the up pipe flange, where it bolts to the Turbo. Im gonna remove it and have it repaired, but just wondering what the easiest way to remove the x-over/up pipe is? Is it 100% necessary to remove the turbo? Can I just unbolt it and maybe slide it out from undernieth? That turbo is a pain in the arse to remove and replace... so If possible, i'd like to do it with the downpipe and turbo in place. -Brian

All of them rob? Or just some? The last 2 say they are still being reviewed and awaiting aproval by YouTube.com -Brian

Yeah i didnt get any of your RX in the pit But the toyota video is uploading as we speak.... Toyota: -Brian

Ok... found video of Monstaru going through so I whipped that up real quick. Also found a run from Jibs and got the run of the Turbo Forester... Here's Brian (monstaru) Got the toyota video captured... thats commin up next. -Brian

Here's Zaps run through. This is his 2nd run, i wasnt there to video his 1st run. Maybe someone will have it and i can put it on the final DVD. -Brian

Starting with Ken's Impreza. Im rendering the video for Eric right now, then I'll work on everyone else's. Didnt get everybody's pit runs, but got a few. I think after Eric's I will do the Toyota video. -Brian

Working on the video as we speak Jibs. Gimme a few -Brian

Maybe next years venue should have security. Or maybe next year, when the sheriffs show up to watch the mud show, we should have them check ID's. No one here wants that, so instead of that... maybe next year people should just show some respect! Zap put his rump roast on the line, not only this show, but last year and the year before. I got yelled at a couple times. Once last year, once this year.. and you think im gonna hold it against him? Hell no! I wanna thank zap for keeping my side of the camp quiet so I could get a good nights sleep. I think, out of the 5 shows I've attended, this one was the best sleep-wise. The majority of the drinkers kept to the party side and made it easier for the families to get a good nights rest. Sorry to hear some didnt sleep too well, i guess iM just a heavy sleeper. -Brian

When I talked to Noah, he didnt mention anything about wanting to make a DVD. He expressed concern about his newbness... Jibs, i'll have to get your tape when I return your pots and pans -Brian

I have 2 tapes that I shot myself. I know Jibs, Noah and a few others have video as well. I'd like to see if I can get as much video as possible so I can whip together a sweet DVD of the show's events. If anyone has any video they would like to contribute, PM me for my address. Anyone who submits video will recieve free copies of the finished product. -Brian

Poop: Yes, seats are in and made the 700 mile drive home alot more comfortable!! -Brian

Rob you told me the story, but i didnt know it was THAT Bad. Damn you and your temp gauges... isnt that what killed your EA81T the 2nd time around? Well, glad you made it. I wish I had video of you making it through the pit, but I was busy doing a CV joint, but i heard the crowd from camp and knew it had to be spectacular. Hope someone got pix of it or even better, video. -Brian

So yeah, was alittle dissapointed not to see some familiar faces, and some that said they would be there, but never arived. Scott In Bellingham: I had parts to give you (and money) to have 6 lug hubs drilled for me. Was hoping to save alittle on shipping and only pay for return shipping. Guess I'll have to get a flat rate box and your address. EddyGordouk: Thought maybe another Sacramentan would be at the WCSS for once this year. You said you were gonna be there, what happend? Edrach and Baccaruda were both looking for you. I got parts you paid for, how bad you want them Spiffy: Was hoping to get to go wheelin with you again, its been years. Sucks you couldnt make it, glad I didnt drag the rear disc's with me. PK Davis: Wasnt 100% sure you were gonna go or not, but would have been awesome to see you again. LaureltheQueen: Me, Noah & Jay missed you this year. And ontop of that...all the Gen1 guys. Only one Gen1 subaru showed up this year, it was a brat. Would have been cool to see a FE or any old school GL coupe/wagon or sedans. Still had fun, met new faces who promised to be there again next year. I know I'll be there -Brian

Zap, you forget... your tires have tread on them Looks like that jeep owner spent too much on his rims and couldnt afford good tires. Shoulda had the subaru pull him out. -Brian

What time will gates open on Friday Eric? -Brian

Seems alot of us who will be driving to the show may have CB's. Theres alot of talk going on about them and what channel to listen on. I plan on using Channel 5. Me and Jibs will be traveling up from Sacramento and we will both have one. Jeremy from NV will have one as well, but he's not traveling with us this year. I hear alot of folks will have them, so this way they know. Lets all try to use Channel 5 if possible -Brian

Damn jeremy, that install looks good! Nice CB too. -Brian

Oh Yeah dunno about USMB shirts -Brian

Got your coat? Its gonna get mighty cold here real soon. Fairbanks is known for creating its own weather patterns and is usually alot colder than it should be in the winter, and alot warmer than it should be in the summer. -Brian

Richie has them No pre-ordering, you'll just have to bombard him at the show. Im gonna stake out his campsite! -Brian

The stock stereo and console will be removed when i fab a new console. This is the top of the iceburg when it comes to interior modifications. The new stereo has a CD-IN plug that my portable MP3/CD player will be using. Wanted to get that installed for the show since I will be on the road for the next 6 out of 8 days. Also spent all morning burning 11 new MP3 Cd's so i wont have to listen to the same song twice As far as your brat, does it have T-Tops? If so, you will have a large plastic piece between the T-Tops you can screw into. Maybe bolt a plate above it to help support the CB. My CB is plastic, and very small and light. So Im not worried about the headliner supporting its wieght. -Brian

I spent the last 2 days in the garage. Yesterday I performed an oil change, installed my skid plate, rebuilt my carburator and installed my CB radio. Today I finished the installation of my speakers and new stereo. Also wired in a power inverter (ok, plugged it in, and mounted it to the dash). Then replaced my spark plugs and plug wires. I have fuel filters & a new CV Joint i wanted to install, but I think i'll just take those parts with me as spares, and do it at the show if needed. I leave tomorrow, so I hope i have everything done -Brian

Craig, Climbs... do you guys have CB Radios? And got a map to this subway? Or maybe a place we can meet you guys. Planning on camping thursday night not far from Mt. Hood. GOnna need to find something to do to kill a few hours before the gates open at the fairgrounds. -Brian

Wired my CB Radio, another stereo with a booster amp, new speakers and power inverter. This is all in the hatch. Just hope my alternator can power everything, expecially while im charging my camcorder Here's my CB Radio. I took the headliner down just far enough to squeeze a piece of fiber-board up top. The fiberboard has the CB mount screwed to it. I had cut a hole just big enough for the cb mount to stick down, and then screwed through the headliner into the fiberboard to hold it in place. Then bolted the CB to it. I actually did all this to my wagon, but kept all the pieces for my hatchback. This install looks alot cleaner than the one I performed on the wagon. I also ran all the wiring through the headliner including the cable for the antenna. About as neat and clean as it'll get. -Brian

Try loosening the clutch cable first. If theres any room for adjustment. -Brian