Projects

‘95 Subaru Impreza Brighton H6 swap, an Auto X weapon.

Posted in Projects on November 8th, 2009 by Barrett Dash – Be the first to comment

This was the first successful Normally aspirated, EZ30 H6 swap into a ‘95 Impreza coupe. It was a long road to get it to completion, but it is one of the most unique swaps we’ve done. It features an ez30 , 3.0L H6, from a 2005 Subaru Tribeca. There were many custom bits built, as well as a full wiring conversion using a combination of H6, Brighton, and Hydra bits. The transmission is a WRX/Legacy Turbo hybrid with an RA gearset, a 12kg center diff and 4.44 gears. The LSD is a later Legacy 4.44 unit with Legacy rear axles. For engine management, the Hydra EMS was utilized. Which at the time of the swap, was the best unit available for the H6. For suspension, the car used Tein coilovers with camber plates and hardened bushings throughout. Heavier front and rear sway bars and end links were also used. Of course in addition to better power, the car needed better brakes. They were upgraded to WRX fronts/ Legacy Turbo rears with slotted rotors, better pads, stainless lines, and superblue fluid. There was no need for bigger brakes, as the car weighed in at close to 2600lbs. When the car came to fruition it was an Auto X weapon!

2001 Impreza RSTi

Posted in Our Wheels, Projects on November 8th, 2009 by Barrett Dash – Be the first to comment

This is one of our favorite swaps to date. A 2001 Subaru Impreza RS coupe that received a complete 2004 STi drivetrain. In addition, it also got the dash, cluster, HVAC controls, and center console from the STi. This is a clean and very potent car, although in a stock looking package. The end result is fantastic to drive.. Excellent power-to-weight ratio, stellar suspension, and brakes that stop on a dime. This car is the epitome of a clean swap..:D


‘05 STI Engine Build

Posted in Projects on November 6th, 2009 by Barrett Dash – Be the first to comment

We’re just getting ready to wrap up another fire breathing monster….  It’s a fully built EJ257,  ARPs, Cometic gaskets, 20g turbo, Grimmspeed exhaust bits/gaskets, and just about everything else. Balanced crankshaft, ACL race bearings, Eagle rods and Wiseco pistons. Should make 350-375whp/wtq all day long from 3k-7500… :)