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[Shiv]

Engine/driveline/other
EZ30D H6 3.0L
4-speed auto
"Vehicle Dynamics Control" (VDC)
K&N Performance Air Filter
XForce Varex muffler
2.5" inch exhaust
316mm front brakes (Lib GT)
294mm rear brakes
SubaXtreme sump guard
Self leveling rear suspension Replaced
Variable sensitivity steering

Suspension & Tyres
Yokohama Geolander AT-S 225/60/17
King Springs Heavy Duty (1"inch raise)
Subtle Solutions 1"inch body lift kit
Subtle Solutions 3/8" inch spacers
KYB GR-2 shocks

Interior
Leather trim
Momo steering wheel (wood)
Electroluminescent DEFI dash cluster
Twin sunroofs
LED interior light replacement
Footwell lighting
14L fridge plugged into rear 12V
JDM clear courtesy lights
8-way electric drivers seat
Genuine "Outback" rubber mats + cargo mat
Legacy Lancaster cargo floor mat
Dual centre console armrest
Chrome scuff plates (including cargo plate)

Exterior
Two tone - metallic blue on gold cladding
OUTBACK nudge bar factory accessory
Legacy GT30 front grill
17" inch MY09 Forester XT rims
JDM Legacy rear garnish
Factory option front mud-guards
Rhino Roof Racks
Sand flag mount
Monsoon slimline rain visors
LED tail lights Replaced with custom tails
Roof rack tray pin mounts
Rear spoiler
22% tint

Lighting
Projector lens retrofit
4300K HID low-beams
2500K PIAA Plasma Ion Yellow foggies
2500K PIAA Plasma Ion Yellow parkers
Hella Comet FF75 auxiliary fog lamps
CCFL rings ("Angel Eyes)
Amber LED side repeaters

Security
Rhino Australian insurance standards approved 3/3 point immobiliser (RAV2)
Rhino alarm with programmable features:
- Perimeter night light
- Interior lights turn on - unlock
- Doors lock - ignition on

Audio/Video & Communications
Kenwood 7" inch touch screen headunit
- CD, DVD, MP3, USB, SD
- Bluetooth connectivity
- iPod integration
- Rear camera
- Digital TV tuner
6-stack CD changer
2X Fusion 8" inch super slim subwoofers
GME TX3510 CB radio
Uniden UHF antenna

I purchased this car on 31st August, 2010. It came complete with a full Subaru service history, and all original floor mats. Mileage was low at only 109,xxx KMS. Drives very well - the engine is infinitely smoother than the old EJ25 I was use too. Also has a decent bit more pulling power, albeit higher up in the rev range than I'd like.

Absolutely love this old mans car! Taking this offroad is a hell of a lot of fun. I've waded through rivers, launched over sand dunes and had spirited drives on unsealed country roads. Got plenty of space for taking the dog to the beach. I've got a fridge running off the 12V outlet in the rear so that keeps the drinks cold.

Anyway, I will keep this thread updated so watch this space

[Morgan]

Veiy naize

[CRUISN]

Needs more JDM spoilers and low profile tyres.

Other than that, nice work.

[skillionaire]

Hi,

I love your thinking, but just so you know, none of those images show a situation where low profile tyres would have been a disadvantage. Trust me. She loves it.

Also, props on catching the DJ's scandal on the monitor. Sexual harassment is back like it's 1988.

Cheers,
Nik

[Shiv]

Hi,

I love your thinking, but just so you know, none of those images show a situation where low profile tyres would have been a disadvantage. Trust me. She loves it.


Cheers,
Nik

Yup I know - I took the RX places where I shouldn't have and it took it in its stride whilst wearing 17" performance tyres

I just love how easily the Outback handled itself out in the country and lapped up those corrugated roads with such ease. It was seemingly unaffected by it all and very competant going up rocky hills thanks to the 4WD. Only thing I didn't rate in those conditions were the VDC which was defeated by some limestone and a gradient. Given snow, I think that system would be tops though...

[Morgan]

Outback in snow = win. That is something I have tested




We need to find more Outbacks and go on a real Subaru cruise!

[B4TT]

Very nice dude

[RX25SE]

Choice bru.

Lovin the luxo trim aye.


Needs sum 35" mud duellers and gun racks.

[Alex]

Looking clean!


So.



When do the mods start?

[aekOne]

When do the mods start?

time for some LED's??

Looking good shiv!

[Shiv]

Nothing major planned Alex. Theres a lot of different directions you can go with modding an Outback, but none that I'm willing to go down.

I've got a few other small things on the cards - the biggest being an aftermarket projector lens upgrade for the existing headlights coupled with some HIDs. Once you go HID, you cannot go back! Watch this space...

Apart from that, I'd like to do an exhaust system. The H6 sounds lively around 3.8K+ and I rekon with the right system, it can sound really nice without being over the top.

[skillionaire]

Hi,

Me too RE: exhaust.

Cheers,
Nik

[ams]

Hey Shiv,

Good to see a Subaru being used as it was intended!

Nice car!

[Morgan]

Good to see a Subaru being used as it was intended!

+1. I need to find some roads like that.
Where did you go Shiv?

[skillionaire]

Hi,

Did you cross on the rocks, or turn back?

Cheers,
Nik

[Shiv]

Hi,

Did you cross on the rocks, or turn back?

Cheers,
Nik

Photos never really do justice to gradients. But believe me, there was no way my humble Outback was crossing that river. That thought did cross my mind though!

+1. I need to find some roads like that.
Where did you go Shiv?

I was actually going to call you and see if you'd join, but figured it'd be too much of a drive coming to the Southern Highlands and back again. I ended up in National Parks near Macquarie Pass - there are heaps of them. Some better than others. The next trip I have planned is actually near your neck of the woods as I know there to be some decent tracks up there - I'll be sure to give you a buzz then. We'll find something to put that dual range to good use!

[bobbyjimmy]

We need to find more Outbacks and go on a real Subaru cruise!

Hhhmm, I'll wait on the side of the road till you come back then.

[Morgan]

Haha you reckon yours will make it?

Def give us a call Shiv. Any ideas when it will be? And what tracks are you thinking?

[Shiv]

Def give us a call Shiv. Any ideas when it will be? And what tracks are you thinking?

I'd like to do another in the next couple of weeks. I know you've said Saturdays are no good until the wedding so maybe a Sunday would be the go.

Wyong and Ourimbah forests are littered with roads suitable for our cars:

[Morgan]

...ouch!

Yea Ourimbah is my local.
Not always suitable though. If they have recently grated the main track then its better. Worth a shot though!
Its where I used to go in the 4Runner and 80 Series. 4Runner got stuck a few times! We wouldnt go on those tracks though

What car is that? 98-01 headlights, Outback grille, bumper, foggies but colour coded trim?