[What is the correct radiator???]

Thanks all for the details! It's a 2003 BH5 EJ206.

 

I did get the cap-less tank... works perfectly.

 

Car still performs like a slug... but that's another problem.

[What is the correct radiator???]

Yes, has a white overflow reservoir tank with a yellow cap attached. It’s an auto car. Thanks for the tip Joker. 

[What is the correct radiator???]

I have a 2003(2002 model) Legacy BH5 auto GTB E-tune TT... and I'm having a hard time with what the "correct" radiator should be in the car. Some say the rad doesn't have a cap, but mine does. And, if I get one without a cap, does it matter? I can top up the fluid from the side reservoir.

 

Thanks!

[Looking for the owner of a 1997 Forester!]

I’m looking for the owner of a black 1997 Forester, with the reg “NAZGUL”. It’s absolutely nothing bad...I’d just like to chat with them about the Sub! Thanks!

[HELP! Brake caliper clip missing!]

Thanks @Individualities... the deck is different...only has "Subaru" on the top left of the deck face. It's a stock 6 disc, miniDisc, head unit. It sounds good, but will upgrade later to a bluetooth unit when my daughters end up driving it more.

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@Individualities Thanks. The head unit says Subaru...so I don't think it's a McIntosh. I'll have a look under the seat.

 

Hmmm...cool sounding bands... I've never heard of them. Are they NZ?

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13 minutes ago, Individualities said:

 

Could've just got a new set of 6 inch speakers instead. But if your budget's tight, fair call on the wreckers.

 

@Individualities I'm really surprised by how good the stock sound is! The deep base was making this speaker flutter...almost unbearable to listen to. For $20, absolutely!

 

Now, when the need for bluetooth becomes mandatory, then I'll get the double din head unit, and the accompanying speakers! I do like my Led Zepplin, Metallica, Rage Against the Machine, Beastie Boys, Anthrax, Judas Priest, and Whitesnake!

[HELP! Brake caliper clip missing!]

So... I got some parts. What a learning experience this has been! Here are the places I've been to get info and parts...

 

SuperCheap Auto - New Lynn

BNT - New Lynn

Winger Subaru - Auckland

SubTech - Auckland

Strong For Subaru - Onehunga

 

After going back and forth between these places over the last 2 days...I have the following parts...

 

Front ceramic pads - 2006 WRX Calipers - BNT

Rear ceramic pads - 2002 Legacy GTB BH5 - BNT

MAF cleaner - BNT

Throttle body cleaner - BNT

Front caliper cross spring - 2006 WRX - Winger Subaru

Front slotted rotors - 2002 Legacy GTB BH5 - SubTech

Left rear brake light lens - Strong For Subaru

Left rear door speaker(mine's blown) - Strong For Subaru

 

I'd like to thank Raj at SubTech for his tech help and suggestions, Rachael at Strong for Subaru, Talia at Winger, the staff at BNT, and the staff at SCA(even though they had none of the parts or chemicals in stock). 

 

Here's a few pics...

 

 

 

I'll post some more pics of the parts tomorrow...and some of the repairs when I do them.

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Im going to Winger, Subtech, and the big used Subaru parts dealer in Onehunga. I'll post my experiences!

The major types of brake pad material are semi-metallic and ceramic, with ceramic being the higher cost better performing and lower dust material.

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@RaKid @TNHSTI Thanks for the info!

 

I'm taking these pads back to SCA. I'm heading off to Subtech in Auckland to get some rotors and pads there. What brand do you guys recommend for the ceramic pads?

 

I'll be posting my brake install adventure as well.

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I'm replacing the brakes all the way around. Here are the pads I picked up at SuperCheap...

 

 

 

My guess is I have the wrong front pads, but the right rear pads. Are these ceramic pads worth putting on? Should I be getting another brand?  Thanks!

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Here's a pic of the back brakes... which don't look like WRX...are these stock?

 

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Here are the pics of the brakes installed on my Legacy...

 

 

 

@TNHSTI Looks like that's the right part.

 

 

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As I'm new to the Subaru scene...with the WRX calipers I have...will I need the matching pads, shim kit, spacers, and clips? Where the rotors changed too?

Thanks.

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That looks more like it! From pics of the internet, the calipers I have look like 2003-2004 WRT STI red calipers.

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I think that's It! I'll be taking the wheel off the other side to check if there's a part# stamped on it.

[HELP! Brake caliper clip missing!]

I need help...the rattle noise I have in the front is coming from my front left brake caliper...the metal clip that locks the brake pads in place is missing! I can't find one, unless I spend $260 for a used caliper.

 

I have a 2003(2002 model) Legacy GT-B BH5 rev D...the front rotors are the 294mm? With the 4 pot "Subaru" logo red calipers.

 

Does anyone have a spare or know where I can get this clip? I'm desperate! Thanks!

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

Well, that clears things up. I'll have a look at the registration to see how the Legacy is classified. 

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

@thewabbit1 Its a rev D... Thanks! So, if the registration says it's a 2003, why does it look like a 2002? Was is a half model year? Or because it was a Japanese import...i have some Japanese certificates I was given for the car when I bought it.

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

@thewabbit1 Thank you for condensing the info, and providing the link!

 

Now, being a Sub "Newb", what "Rev" is my Legacy GT-B BH5 TT auto? The year states a 2003 on the registration, but it looks like a 2002.

15 hours ago, TNHSTI said:

 

Correct Normal PSI should be 14.5psi on primary secondary should be around 10-12psi

@TNHSTI Do I need 2 boost gauges to read them individually? 

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

@TNHSTI so that would be 14-16PSI at WOT is normal operation?

 

Thanks!

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

Wow! All great information. Thanks!

 

I have a boost gauge coming. Thanks @iludez!

 

I have no engine check lights on...so how can I tell if it's in limp mode?

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

@TNHSTI I've been using Gull 98 for the last 3 fillups. It almost sounds like It, but it's from more under the car. I don't know what the boost PSI/BAR is. Is there a way to get the reading on the digital dash? It's a gauge I would like to get. What type should I be looking for?

 

This forum is great! Thanks for all the help!

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

@Jono24Thanks for the details! I'm surprised with the amount of power this 2.0L TT should be making, that when I floor the pedal at a standing start, it just sits there...thinks about moving...then crawls forward slowly. 

 

Also, I've noticed that there is a flutter/rattle at WOT or heavy acceleration. I've read that the original exhaust has a mechanical baffle which directs exhaust under different performance situations? Could this be a part of the cause of these issues? How do I check?

 

Thanks everyone!

 

9 hours ago, Individualities said:

 

They're on the rear glass. If you look closely, you see that there's no vertical line between two of them. The upper one is your radio aerial.

 

Primary on the TT engines is passenger side. The little smol one.

In my recent experiences with the EJ208(/6), I've found that the secondary fails. I've had my secondary done. Primary (VF33) is MINT.

While you've got the intercooler off, replace the charge pipes from the turbos to intercooler with Silicone ones, rather than the concertina ones from factory. Negligible difference, but picks up a few HP (5 at most) - just smoothing out the air flow.

Thanks! Is there someone on the forum that sells these? Do you have part#s?

 

Great info!

[2003 Legacy GT-B E-Tune list of issues...]

@Pappu1 none that I can see. The engine bay looks clean, and the hoses are still soft from the ones I looked at on top. It may be a different situation under the intercooler. I might as well take the time to redo all the vacuum hoses, to get familiar with engine bay, and to know for sure that the hoses are all good. What diameter hose do I need to do the job? Also, while I'm in there with the intercooler off, what other maintenance should I do and easy mods to tackle?