carfreak85 Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 I might be in the market for an EA82 turbo wagon. I would be modifying it, and I know that the gen 3 heads would be the best of those to have, but what other significant factors are there? Ive heard of the electronic boost cut, and what years were affected by that? Thanks for the help fellas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calebz Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 the only real difference in the chassis is the wiring. 85-86 the same. boost cut can be bypassed via vacuum line.(vane MAF), 87-90 is a little more updated in the seats and dash and doorpanels and such. also has the hotwire MAF, with the elctronic fuel cutoff. and they have 4 more HP than the 85-86.. oh yeah.. different fron marker lights too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carfreak85 Posted January 7, 2004 Author Share Posted January 7, 2004 If you had to choose, which would you take? which maf is happier with boost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WagonsOnly Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 '89 GL-10 Turbo 4WD models had standard LSDs, plus all the GL-10 goodies and the hotwire MAF. That would be my first pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meeky Moose Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 Originally posted by WagonsOnly '89 GL-10 Turbo 4WD models had standard LSDs, plus all the GL-10 goodies and the hotwire MAF. That would be my first pick. Scrapdaddytatums 89' gl-10 turbo 4wd auto wagon didn't have an lsd.. just a plain old open 3.7 diff... maybe the lsd was on the 5-speed models.. but deffinitely not standard.. just thought i'd throw that in, not to be rude or anything.. just stating what i've seen for my own eyes.. as far as chassis goes.. i'd say go with the latter year 87-89.. NOT a loyale.. gl or gl-10 deffinitely.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skip Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 Just a small clarifcation: The 89 GL-10 5 speed manual transmission models had LSD standard, the FT4EAT automatics did not. (I drive one, Dr RX straightened me out as I to thought it should have an LSD rear) As for the question, I have both a GL and a GL-10 wagon. Both hot wire MAF. My pick for comfort is the GL-10 for hot rodding the GL weighs less, but the GL-10 gets a rear anti sway bar, the turbo GLs do not. Both do have rear disc brakes. To avoid the noid of electronic fuel cut pre 87 models have the vane (flapper door) MAF, it has been said they are easier to modifiy. Adjusting the spring in the flapper door can enrichen the mix, or so they say. If you choose an earlier model stay away from the automatic 3AT. Problematic and very low eff. If you are all about performance - go 3 door RX - not a wagon, but lots of cargo room in the back and they come with a 10 speed tranny w/LSD. Plus they have stiffer susp bits. Doubt you've read this far, but hope it helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meeky Moose Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 ohh.. and i think i heard somewhere here on the board that the RX sedans were the most equal wieght ratios out of all the older soobs as well.. would be better for rallying imo.. i know i love my rx sedan thanks for that clarification skip.. as always, you da man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis ex24 Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 if you are out on the west coast go buy an 85-86 car... they are easier to mod and everything that everybody stated above (LSD, nicer interior) could be transplanted in to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XSNRG Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 I like 'em all but the '87/'89 is probably the best all around GL-10 Turbo Wagon in my opinion. Here's a few things I like about these models: Colored bumpers Nicer grille Better mirrors Superior Digi (this is a biggy) Steering wheel Side note: I don't want to start a debate but feel this needs clarification. There is only one subaru that came with a standard LSD like the RX, it was the '87 to '89 Full Time 4 Wheel Drive 5 Speed Turbo, it was never standard in any ('89 turbo) other model* *Information courtesy of Subaru of America. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thealleyboy Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 The 89 GL-10T is one helluva nice car!! Mine also happens to be a touring wagon, which is a cool touch. I don't know the earlier models as well, but the GL line seemed to improve a little each year, so the 89 is as good as it gets. The Loyales regressed, IMO, but are still good cars. Skip, I need your opinion on a turbo car issue. I'll email you off the board. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. RX Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 RXs have better weight distribution (weight ratio) then other EA82s????? That's a laugh. There are only a few things that make an EA82 series a RX, and it is hard for me to even think of any of those that would give it better weight distribution (weight ratio). Freak, I don't know of an electronic boost cut that Subaru put on any of these cars, it would have to be after market. Yes the later the model year (newer) the better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carfreak85 Posted January 7, 2004 Author Share Posted January 7, 2004 Sorry, I ment fuel cut. This is starting to get somewhere. how much more does an 89 gl10 turbo wagon weigh than an RX 3dr or sedan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis ex24 Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 i think meeky meant power to weight... the early RXs weighed in at 2400lbs if i remember right, and with 110hp...it wasnt a bad combo. if only i could the XT down that far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meeky Moose Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 thats right, power to weight ratio.. the words were ramblin around in my head but wouldn't come outa my fingers.. my bad.. thanks Dennis.. i'll look at my rx tonight and see what it wieghs.. heh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meeky Moose Posted January 7, 2004 Share Posted January 7, 2004 checked the rx.. its gross vehicle wieght is 3660 total.. 1800 lbs gross wieght front 1660 gross wieght rear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carfreak85 Posted January 7, 2004 Author Share Posted January 7, 2004 I dont need the gross vehicle weight, I need the actual weight. your RX better not weigh 3600 lbs if my dads WRX weighs 3000! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meeky Moose Posted January 8, 2004 Share Posted January 8, 2004 gross wieght is all the door tag gives me... guess if you figure you take 5 people outa it at 200 lbs each, and 200 lbs of luggage in the trunk you get your acctual wieght? that sound about right? unless hteres another tag somewhere thats all i got to go by, since its sitting here with a blown HG i can't very well drive it down and get it wieghed lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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