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new2subaru · 12-31-2020, 09:53 PM

Prepping the trans tunnel. The donor had a bit of a fire. The trans tunnel was melted a bit at the back and I'm filling in the coin holder thingy. Filler for plastic was used not regular putty. It remains flexible yet extremely hard. This piece could take a bit to get right.

Dave-ROR · 12-31-2020, 10:39 PM

Cut large holes in the hood. Got it aligned. Considered changing the oil then decided I didn't care and left it in the trailer. Team lazy ftw.

new2subaru · 01-02-2021, 07:39 PM

Trans tunnel half covered in vinyl. It's a very slow process. At least for me...That's the skeleton of the arm rest on top.

Racenut · 01-02-2021, 11:12 PM

Polished up the rough headlights. Meguier's kit worked well as far as I'm concerned.

alex87f · 01-03-2021, 04:32 AM

How do you intend to protect the headlights from UV fade now that they've been polished?

DarkPira7e · 01-03-2021, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex87f

How do you intend to protect the headlights from UV fade now that they've been polished?

The Meguiar's kit comes with a sealant. It'll still happen eventually, the lenses are plastic

jflogerzi · 01-03-2021, 09:42 AM

Few days ago boost came off the car but in some regards I kinda enjoy driving the car NA. It's a wierd feeling. I will miss the tq curve this kit provides think bell curve with less fall off at the end of the rpm range

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DarkPira7e · 01-03-2021, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jflogerzi

Few days ago boost came off the car but in some regards I kinda enjoy driving the car NA. It's a wierd feeling. I will miss the tq curve this kit provides think bell curve with less fall off at the end of the rpm range

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I've driven a car with the Sprintex 210, it really felt perfect. What made you want to take it off? Genuinely curious; I have no investment in your car so I'm not putting you down for it

jflogerzi · 01-03-2021, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkPira7e

I've driven a car with the Sprintex 210, it really felt perfect. What made you want to take it off? Genuinely curious; I have no investment in your car so I'm not putting you down for it

2013 and california so I am preparing for smog this year. (June/July) and I am starting to get a bit more serious about tracking. This kit is unfortunately not very efficient for track use.

So to switch mid season would be a pain so I decided to pull it early and run the entire 2021 season without it. Hopefully this will also give me more longevity with the motor going back to NA. I want to turn this car into a dedicated track car and pull it off street ( cage, full weight reduction etc...)

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DarkPira7e · 01-03-2021, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jflogerzi

2013 and california so I am preparing for smog this year. (June/July) and I am starting to get a bit more serious about tracking. This kit is unfortunately not very efficient for track use.

So to switch mid season would be a pain so I decided to pull it early and run the entire 2021 season without it. Hopefully this will also give me more longevity with the motor going back to NA. I want to turn this car into a dedicated track car and pull it off street ( cage, full weight reduction etc...)

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100% get it. This kit would be miserable on track compared to a centrifugal setup if you need SC and track. Look forward to that endeavor!

Racenut · 01-03-2021, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex87f

How do you intend to protect the headlights from UV fade now that they've been polished?

As DarkPirate said, the kit comes with a sealant. Or polish them again. Or just replace them at some point. But for now, they're much improved for a few bucks and a little effort.

jflogerzi · 01-03-2021, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex87f

How do you intend to protect the headlights from UV fade now that they've been polished?

Can you link the kit you used?

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soundman98 · 01-03-2021, 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DarkPira7e

The Meguiar's kit comes with a sealant. It'll still happen eventually, the lenses are plastic

after the sealant, just regularly apply your favorite wax to them to easily double the life of the kit.

alex87f · 01-03-2021, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Racenut

As DarkPirate said, the kit comes with a sealant. Or polish them again. Or just replace them at some point. But for now, they're much improved for a few bucks and a little effort.

I wish there was a way to replace the whole glass for cheap, but that doesn't seem to exist.

Mine are starting to show signs of fade, but with the car being street parked 100% of the time, I'm afraid a polish will just make things worse long-term. And replacement euro lights (with HIDs, like the 10 series) aren't cheap, like $1200+ for a set.

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new2subaru Weight Weenie Join Date: Aug 2015 Drives: 15 FR-S Location: Canada Posts: 2,662 Thanks: 5,247 Thanked 2,434 Times in 1,397 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s)	Prepping the trans tunnel. The donor had a bit of a fire. The trans tunnel was melted a bit at the back and I'm filling in the coin holder thingy. Filler for plastic was used not regular putty. It remains flexible yet extremely hard. This piece could take a bit to get right. Attached Images

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Dave-ROR Site Moderator Join Date: Dec 2010 Drives: Stuff Location: Florida Posts: 10,317 Thanks: 955 Thanked 5,965 Times in 2,689 Posts Mentioned: 262 Post(s)	Cut large holes in the hood. Got it aligned. Considered changing the oil then decided I didn't care and left it in the trailer. Team lazy ftw. __________________ -Dave Track cars: 2013 Scion FRS, 1998 Acura Integra Type-R, 1993 Honda Civic Hatchback DD: 2005 Acura TSX Tow: 2022 F-450 Toys: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1994 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 Parts: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited, 2005 Acura TSX Projects: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited track car build FS: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 LT CCSB 8.1/Allison with 99k miles

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new2subaru Weight Weenie Join Date: Aug 2015 Drives: 15 FR-S Location: Canada Posts: 2,662 Thanks: 5,247 Thanked 2,434 Times in 1,397 Posts Mentioned: 12 Post(s)	Trans tunnel half covered in vinyl. It's a very slow process. At least for me...That's the skeleton of the arm rest on top. Attached Images

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Racenut Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Drives: 2013 FR-S Location: Santa Cruz, Ca Posts: 39 Thanks: 8 Thanked 82 Times in 24 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s)	Polished up the rough headlights. Meguier's kit worked well as far as I'm concerned. Attached Images

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