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chadd7's 2021 Limited (aka "Angry Panda")

8.4K views 37 replies 8 participants last post by  erader  
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So happy to be back in the Subaru family again.
Had a 2008 STi way back when.
Traded it in for a 2011 MB C63 AMG
Traded that in for a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with half-doors
Traded the Jeep in for the Angry Panda

First night home
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First modification: Nameless axle back exhaust with 5" muffler
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Added factory crossbars and door moldings
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Black Rhino Boxers 15x7 wrapped with 215/75 Toyo Open Country AT3
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SLO sticker was a must
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That muffler doesn't sound bad at all. I'd be interested in it...where did you get it from? Just don't want that high pitched, poser racer sound :ROFLMAO:
 
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Test fitted my Yakima ReelDeal fishing rod and ski rack. Not bad for $144 shipped brand new. Bought it here with a YAK15 promo code for an extra 15% off: YAKIMA ReelDeal Rooftop Fishing Rod Mount - 8004089

Also a couple more shots of the plastidipped winglets and the smoked film to delete the orange. As you can see, the amber bulbs are still visible when the headlights are turned on.

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Ah, now I understand what you folks mean. Yes, as you can see, the reflectors shine through the tinted film when light is shining on them. If I come to feel like they're a safety concern, I have some lighter tinted vinyl too. Could make a switch. But if someone needs corner reflectors to see a white car at night, something else is up.

Also, State of NJ only requires the side markers to blink orange light. I tinted the tiny circle reflectors on my Wrangler and it passed State inspections.
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Also added the universal Rally Armor mudflaps to the rear. I added them to my existing OEM mudguards and made my own template based on how I wanted them placed. I didn't want them too low or too wide. They sit at a slight angle based on the shape of the stock mudguards. I think they look good.

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I had a specific noise I was trying to dampen. After putting on my Nameless axle back exhaust, I noticed a slight drone every now and then coming from the trunk area at certain speeds while stepping on the gas. The Kilmat took the edge off that drone which had a slightly tin-like vibration from the back. Now that sounds just deep and more muffled from inside the cabin. So it worked for my specific target.
 
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Ok. My daughter had a run-in with a deer last month. Finally got my Panda back together. Had the stock grill from the Sport model put in while having it repaired. Also added an eBay rubberized fender lip just for a subtle touch and I didn't like how the front tire tread peeked out of the fenders. This basically extends it just enough to cover. Looks ok for under $30, and if I ever change my mind, I can just take them off (3M tape).

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