SovereignMK Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 you pick up a 1986 GL Wagon. Looking for some good recommendations for this commuter Speedwagon:D (Performance, Preservation/Upkeep, Accessories, Anything really and if need be there can be more than 10......) //Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SovereignMK Posted September 17, 2003 Author Share Posted September 17, 2003 Also, Anyone from Spokane? //M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the sucker king Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 #1 mod for any car, 8 ball shift knob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganM Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 red LEDs for the map lights. this makes it so your eyes dont have to adjust when you turn them on in the dark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archemitis Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 my personal favorite cut off crappy muffler, weld on glasspack, punch cats and never look back! but seriously folks, CHECK RADIATOR for corrosion. #1 killer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theDirtyRue Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 there are a few of us in the area... Baccaruda is in spokane, I'm over in Post Falls, and Subiekid is over in Couer D Alene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calebz Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 Change all fluids.. if you don't know the maitanence history, then change the timing belts, waterpump and any seals that might be leaking. check the radiator.. overheating is the number one killer for old soobs Performance?.. c'mon man you bought a 90hp car..Better exhaust, better intake..Carbed? Put a weber on it. Those things will help snap it up a bit.. Lighten the flywheel.. but it will never be fast .. you want more performance, sell it and buy a turbo model.. even those are just.. well.. kinda quick. But yeah.. talk to andy.. He seems to be pretty good with these things and he's in your neck of the woods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pianodirt Posted September 17, 2003 Share Posted September 17, 2003 MorganM- How do you put LEDs into the map lights? Do you just solder on some red LEDs...what kind (radio shack part no.?) will work and are bright enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loyale 2.7 Turbo Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 (edited) Some time Passed by with that Question unanswered... Things have Changed a Li`l Bit; Now is Easy to Obtain Led Bulbs for Almost any Need, in Any Shape, Very Bright and with any Connection Base. No Need to do anything to the Car`s Wires / Lamps \ connection, just "Plug & Play" I Obtained Led Bulbs for my Subie`s Corner White Lights (side the Headlamps) at "V Leds" ... Also they`re at many Places, even at Amazon. Top Ten Things To Do when.... you pick up a 1986 GL Wagon? Beside Change All Fluids, Check each Wheel`s Brakes & Bearings, Check for Rust... the First I`ll Do is to Change the Timin` Belts + its Tensioneers Ball Bearings... Edited January 11, 2009 by Loyale 2.7 Turbo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 Ok top 10 things for various reasons. 1 When you do replace a part, you almost always want oem 2 Check Belts, Hoses, Plugs, Wires, Oil, etc etc give it a good lookover. Or if your to lazy to do that some local shops do a used car inspection where they give your vehicle your planning to purchase a good lookover to see what it needs. 3 If its an auto kiss any type of performance goodbye, do a 5speed swap 4 Your going to be asking to either lower it or lift it. Its easier to lift but you can lower but takes more finess. 5 Your going to be asking for wheel and tire upgrades. NO aftermarket support for these babies. Pugs or 5 lug conversion. 6 Things like Tick O Death, or Axel Clicking will become second language. 7 They rust like crazy so be careful and keep a watch out for it. 8 Make sure its 4wd otherwise whats the point. 9 You want to put in a subaru wrx sti motor. yea you can, these cars are like legos. 10 This is a family and you will learn it very shortly. People on here will look out for you and make sure you dont get bumb advise. I dont even go to mechanics anymore i do what i can buy myself. Folks on here will help you, just be respectful and keep it clean. AND FOR GOD SAKES, post some pics:grin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scoobywagon Posted January 11, 2009 Share Posted January 11, 2009 top 10 things to do when you pick up any Ea82 vehicle... 1) Basic tuneup 2) timing belts 3) Water Pump 4) Test battery and alt. 5) Cut off crappy muffler and weld on a pair of Harley straight-throughs (see my avatar). VERY cool noise! 6) Consult USMB thread callled "You might be a soob owner if" 7) Find another of the same car....you know...for parts. 8) Find another of the same car....you know...for parts. 9) Find another of the same car....you know...for parts. 10) Find another of the same car....you know...for parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subiemech85 Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 1. check tires: good, all the same size, snow, etc. 2. change fluids: washer, brake, trans, rear dif, power steering, engine oil and filter, NOT FRAM, halogen headlaght fluid and synthetic blinker fluid 3. replace all filters, air, fuel, oil, breathers, asv, etc. 4. NGK BPR6EY-11 cap, rotor, check wires 5. CLEAN ALL COMMON GROUNDS!!!!!! 6. adjust washer fluid sqirters 7. THOROUGH cleaning interior, engine, underhood, body, underbody, wheels, windows, mirrors, heater duct, blower box, EVERYTHING!!!!! 8. SYLVANIA SILVERSTAR headlight bulbs, correct aim 9. lubricate doors: hinges, latches, and window tracks 10. install LSD 11. UPGRADE alternator, XT6 or GM?? 12. good battery and battery cables 13. BLOCK HEATER 14. blower motor resistors 15. engine SWAP 16. RADIATOR, CLEAN or REPLACE this basically covers the majority of everything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 1. check tires: good, all the same size, snow, etc.2. change fluids: washer, brake, trans, rear dif, power steering, engine oil and filter, NOT FRAM, halogen headlaght fluid and synthetic blinker fluid 3. replace all filters, air, fuel, oil, breathers, asv, etc. 4. NGK BPR6EY-11 cap, rotor, check wires 5. CLEAN ALL COMMON GROUNDS!!!!!! 6. adjust washer fluid sqirters 7. THOROUGH cleaning interior, engine, underhood, body, underbody, wheels, windows, mirrors, heater duct, blower box, EVERYTHING!!!!! 8. SYLVANIA SILVERSTAR headlight bulbs, correct aim 9. lubricate doors: hinges, latches, and window tracks 10. install LSD 11. UPGRADE alternator, XT6 or GM?? 12. good battery and battery cables 13. BLOCK HEATER 14. blower motor resistors 15. engine SWAP 16. RADIATOR, CLEAN or REPLACE this basically covers the majority of everything Now lets not get into everything you did to get your car running Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nocashrider Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 wouldnt you want to do the block heater after u did the engine swap:confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86HatchShelby Posted January 13, 2009 Share Posted January 13, 2009 Not Spokane, but Im just north of CDA. -Jaren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subiemech85 Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 Now lets not get into everything you did to get your car running since you mentioned it: EVERYTHING on the list + upgrade engine from ea82t to ea81 swap radiator from ea82t to ea81 replace front oil seal, dist. drive gear, and dist. replace fuel tank, sending unit, fuel lines, fuel filters, fuel pump clean rear washer fluid check valve clean front left squirter repair P.O. wiring upgrade to xt6 alt with 4g. output wire some parts are always "reserved for moving to other bodies and engines" 1. PUGS 2. LSD 3. BLOCK HEATER also forgot to mention: 16. brakes 17. flush cooling system Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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