LittleLoyaleMan Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Hello again everyone (for those that commented on my last topic) I've got a '92 Loyale that I love too much to try and trade for a newer Subaru, on top of the fact that in my area you just don't see as many older gen subie's roaming the roads. I have looked into a number of EA82 modifications but I've come down to wanting a full EJ22 swap. I will admit two things, I'm fairly new to the world of automotive mechanics, and I don't make a substantial amount of money. With that in mind I know this task will be great, and I will have to be patient. Now then, onto the topic at hand. Looking into it I can pull a motor from a pick n pull for a ball park $200, but I know I require new electrical system to run through my car, and I will probably have to do a tranny swap as well as a new exhaust. If I could just get help as far links to resources/other forums that would be useful, and any general information that would be useful to this project then that would be great. I'm in the Vancouver Washington area, but I'm willing to go a distance for parts and other resources. Any recommendations for shops in my area that could help me would also be welcomed. Also a huge help would be a compiled list of the parts I will need not including the motor so that I can get started on parts hunting and budgeting. Thank you all, I appreciate any help or suggestions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsyme Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 I think you should look for a donor car EJ22 to make sure you get all the wiring hardness and connectors possible. I have few in front of me CL where $200 car rear-end wrecked, runs and drives. This is a larger project than you might think for a newb mechanic with limited tools and experience. Go in with a buddy to keep each other motivated when you hit obstacles. especially the more expensive ones... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR_Loyale Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Hey I got the same sedan. Is yours manual or automatic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleLoyaleMan Posted August 9, 2016 Author Share Posted August 9, 2016 MR_Loyale mines an automatic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleLoyaleMan Posted August 9, 2016 Author Share Posted August 9, 2016 I think you should look for a donor car EJ22 to make sure you get all the wiring hardness and connectors possible. I have few in front of me CL where $200 car rear-end wrecked, runs and drives. This is a larger project than you might think for a newb mechanic with limited tools and experience. Go in with a buddy to keep each other motivated when you hit obstacles. especially the more expensive ones... Thank you for the advice, I have a few machanically inclined friends who are willing to help with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyeights Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 (edited) I have an EJ swapped '92 Loyale. I have done the EA - EJ conversion several times now. There are many positive reasons to do this swap. There are also some things to take into consideration. The conversion will most likely take longer and cost more that you expect. There are always delays and extra costs no matter how well you try to plan ahead. Next, the old EA82 Loyale that you have gotten used to will be gone. Your car will have a totally different feel to it, like a different 'personality' almost. The power to weight ratio will be awesome compared to ridiculous! I have an 88 DL with an EA82 in it too. The difference between the two cars is night and day. Good luck and please post pictures if you go for it Edited August 9, 2016 by Crazyeights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsyme Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 I'm teasing the idea myself. I hope you go for it! I have a family of 6, with 4 teens and I'm standardizing on the L-line for the kids... If they want something nicer, newer, more expensive, with a loan, they can shoulder it themselves. Just as LittleLoyaleMan asked for a good set of links, I'm watching this as well. pics pics pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyeights Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Here is my '92 Loyale with the EJ22 and EJ 5MT conversion done. It also has the 5 lug swap done with 16's in this picture. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleLoyaleMan Posted August 9, 2016 Author Share Posted August 9, 2016 Crazyeights your Loyale is beautiful, the paint is amazing. Love the rims. As I've said before, in my area there aren't many old gens in good condition out here, and even less Loyale Sedans. So I hope by doing this, not only will my car stand out more amongst the sea of Soobie's in Vancouver, but also have power to show with it. But with every great project there has to be a start. I'm gonna save a bit more money so I can get a decent donor car (thinking a 95 legacy) and in the meantime do as much research on this process. Once the project is moving forward more, I'll be sure to post pics and update anybody who's interested in the progress 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR_Loyale Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Here is my '92 Loyale with the EJ22 and EJ 5MT conversion done. It also has the 5 lug swap done with 16's in this picture. Where did you get the chrome wheel arch trim? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyeights Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 The wheel arch trim was already there when I bought it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsyme Posted August 11, 2016 Share Posted August 11, 2016 Beautiful car! I have found that on my two cars (8 wheel wells) 2 of the worst front fender's rust started from the rubber strip (grommet) designed to protect the inner edge sheet metal. The round section. I've removed that rubber strip, sanded and painted in hopes if curbing the rust issues. I have yet to see a successful fender recovery without earnest welding or 'bondo' efforts. - maybe a different thread for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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