I set myself a goal, and now I've met it. It's time to move on.

"MonkeePuzzle" (monkeypuzzle)
09/21/2016 at 16:21 • Filed to: None

Here’s the MS-Paint “render” I set for myself many years ago.

And here she stands as of today (I should find a brick wall...)

with that said, I’ve put my dream car up for sale. #ShamelessSelfPromotion

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DISCUSSION (34)

CB > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:25

So, what’s your next project?

Nothing > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:26

What are you going to get next?

MonkeePuzzle > CB
09/21/2016 at 16:27

I’d like to get a 2003 era Legacy sedan, and go from there.

Something that can be both toy and family hauler, and perhaps not get ruined by fjording blizzards in winter here in Colorado.

MonkeePuzzle > Nothing
09/21/2016 at 16:27

popular question :D

I’d like to get a 2003 era Legacy sedan, and go from there.

Something that can be both toy and family hauler, and perhaps not get ruined by fjording blizzards in winter here in Colorado.

CB > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:28

Hm. See if you can get parts from a similar era STi (there have to be crashed ones nearby) and make something that hauls ass?

MonkeePuzzle > CB
09/21/2016 at 16:29

yes/no. Just for longevity and ease of maintenance I’ll likely avoid the turbo subarus, but an engine swap and some go fast suspension parts are definitely brewing in my mind.

Garrett Davis > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:29

A Legacy GT would be a fun, comfy daily for sure.

CB > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:32

Excellent. Worse comes to worse, steal a flat-four from a new Cayman/Boxster and slip it in (or a flat six from an older one? Could that fit?).

Future next gen S2000 owner > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:34

So...... Mustang?

TheTurbochargedSquirrel > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:34

Get one of these!

Kinja'd!!!

It’s a detuned STI disguised as a family wagon. My dad had one and I am still pissed at him for selling it before I could drive it.

for Michigan > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:34

Gonna drop an EZ30D in there?

bhtooefr > CB
09/21/2016 at 16:35

There’s always Subaru’s own flat 6, which was actually installed in Legacy/Outbacks...

CB > bhtooefr
09/21/2016 at 16:36

Yeah, I know, but come on, let’s get crazy.

MonkeePuzzle > Garrett Davis
09/21/2016 at 16:37

in the generation i’m looking they had the 2.5l NOTORIOUS for nlown head gaskets. also a sunroof, which i dont want.

i’m likely aiming for the base model and build my own engine from there

MonkeePuzzle > CB
09/21/2016 at 16:39

subaru has some flat sixes that came stock in the model legacy i want. with an auto only, which surely i could get a 6 speed to bolt up to... hmmm ideas!

MonkeePuzzle > Future next gen S2000 owner
09/21/2016 at 16:39

#MeDed

MonkeePuzzle > for Michigan
09/21/2016 at 16:40

i wouldnt be the first. but not really my style

TheTurbochargedSquirrel > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:41

They updated the gasket design sometime around 2004. They are now nowhere near as prone to fail as they were. Almost every engine has been updated to the new gasket at this point.

CB > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:41

Just trying to help out with your next ridiculous idea. Your Summer Subaru project a few years ago was one of the first big things I remember reading on Oppo, so I’m all for your projects.

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:43

But why

MonkeePuzzle > CB
09/21/2016 at 16:43

how nice of you to say :)

that gen impreza would have a strong pull too, I guess we’ll see (if the civic sells) if a legacy or inpreza come up on craigslsit first

BeaterGT > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:45

I agree w/ the turbocharged squirrel. It’s impossible not to love a Legacy GT or Outback XT for DD duties.

for Michigan > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 16:47

I’m confused. If you’re not going turbo, but you’re not keeping the stock H4, what other option is there beside the H6? Unless you’re thinking of dropping a non-Subaru engine in there?

MonkeePuzzle > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
09/21/2016 at 16:48

I.... I dunno!

still rocking 2 trucks? I may need a lender :P

MonkeePuzzle > for Michigan
09/21/2016 at 16:50

BETTER h4s. depending on the year and model the legacy had 2.0, 2.2, 2.5s, and some were stronger than others even within those sizes.

So pick a good strong motor used. Do a full rebuild for better performance and reliability. Pick a 6 speed instead of the 5 speed and a different rear diff. All possible within the subaru family and bolt in or with mild modifications.

bhtooefr > CB
09/21/2016 at 16:57

Of course, if Subaru’s flat 6 fits... the Porsche M86/M87 should fit...

In any case, if you want to get REALLY crazy, Commer TS3 swap. 105 hp at 2400 RPM, three cylinder, six piston, 3.3 liter 2-stroke diesel.

Denver Is Stuck In The 90s > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 17:08

Jeep is running great, ranger is running open headers rn and is off insurance. But if youre willing to chip in for a new cat for the ranger, youre welcome to borrow either. A new cat is only $175, but you know... broke college student

Milky > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 17:13

You forgot to paint the mirrors white. Cant sell it yet!

MonkeePuzzle > Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
09/21/2016 at 17:17

I know that life well

extraspecialbitter > MonkeePuzzle
09/21/2016 at 18:53

noooooooooes........ don leeb...

Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig > MonkeePuzzle
09/26/2016 at 13:04

I remember when I went from Honda to Subaru.

It made me so poor I had to go back to Honda.

MonkeePuzzle > Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig
09/26/2016 at 13:25

I’ve dabbled in subaru a few times. I actually went subaru to honda :D

Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig > MonkeePuzzle
09/26/2016 at 13:29

I wish I could buy that EK, though. That thing is awesome.

MonkeePuzzle > Andy Sheehan, StreetsideStig
09/26/2016 at 13:38

I appreciate it.

I wish you could buy it too :D