Modding an '05 Legacy Wagon?

July 27, 201411 yr

I have a silver 2005 Subaru Legacy Wagon and am looking to modify it. I am very new to car modifying and don't know exactly where to start. I was wondering what modifications would work well on this type of vehicle.

I am interested in both performance and cosmetic mods

July 27, 201411 yr

Best first mod is sticker tires. If you run stickier tires and drive in a 'spirited' manner, upgrade your brake pads. next is probably a High performance Driving Experience class (HPDE) or some autoX runs. (to get YOUR performance up)

performance mods probably limited to reducing mass. Lighter wheels give you a good place to start as it is also a chance to personalize the car with a cosmetic mod. You might also consider a lightweight crank pulley. If 5spd, lightweight flywheel as well. Some people like the sound of intake mods but they may not add any HP. A less restrictive exhaust may add a pony or 2. But, 9-13 lbs less weight (there's a complex formula involving the weight of the car which determines this exactly) equals 1 hp so, remove anything you don't need. If you have buddies in town to help you and/or never leave town, leave the spare tire and tools for it at home. have someone bring the stuff to you, or take you to pick them up - or call for a flatbed tow. If you literally never have anyone in the car with you, take out the other seats.

springs and anti-roll bars would help in the corners.

July 27, 201411 yr

Author

Sounds good so far, I would also be interested in a hood scoop and a spoiler of some kind, and recommendations?

July 27, 201411 yr

an Outback or Legacy turbo model's hood might move over easily. Someone here may have details as to if any other front trim parts would need to come with it.

otherwise I guess you're looking at some cutting.

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July 27, 201411 yr

Author

Yeah, I'd be looking for a hood something like that. Cause then it would look something like this

Also, what kind of a spoiler would work on a car like this?

July 27, 201411 yr

Yeah, I'd be looking for a hood something like that. Cause then it would look something like this

Also, what kind of a spoiler would work on a car like this?

The previous generation Outbacks had a spoiler - maybe Subaru still has it listed for 05s ?

or check aftermarket as mentioned here; http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/new-rear-wing-05-legacy-gt-and-outback-wagon-54298.html

For more ideas about bits for Legacys, you might look around at www.boxer4racing.com , they usually have a good selection of legacy stuff.

Edited July 27, 201411 yr by 1 Lucky Texan

July 28, 201411 yr

Author

Alright, thanks for the help so far. I'm also curious on ways to make the exhaust louder (not so loud to the point where I get pulled over) and preferably without having to replace the entire exhaust system

Oh, and for a spoiler, I was looking for something more like a wing

Edited July 28, 201411 yr by Mac N Deer

July 28, 201411 yr

I bought my Strommung muffler for my WRX from boxer4racing but, there are plenty of options out there. Cheapest is a 'turn down' pipe.

You can aslo find sound clips for just about every muffler made (Magnaflow, Bosal, etc.). make sure you are not listening to turbo soundclips - the unequal length headers causes a different rumble and stock NA cars will not sound like that.

August 7, 201411 yr

Author

What about an actual wing? Like a spoiler wing. I was interested in the link you provided for the spoiler. However, the link was broken

Any ideas?

August 7, 201411 yr

Just don't see a lot of wings on wagons. No question it has been done so, just a matter of finding a style you like - then finding a way to attach it without interfering with use of the hatch or creating a water leak.

here's some links with a few pics and some info I guess;