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We switched to the Amsoil assembly lube and have better results with it. Cheaper too. We use it with the factory bolts, yes. It has the least propensity for creaking of anything we have used. Same torque regardless of SOHC or DOHC. We degrease the bolts and we also brake-clean the block threads and chase them with a head bolt that has several die grinder vertical slots cut into it. I generally apply the Amsoil assembly lube in two vertical lines up the threads 180 degrees apart. And lube between the bolt head and washer - washer to head is left dry although some lube often finds it way there and isn't an issue. Don't over-lube the bolts - this can hydraulically damage the block if there is too much in the bottom of the hole. GD

You might find some impreza coilovers fit the front end. Rear end the miata/MX5 rear coilovers should work. Or a set from a Gen3 Legacy. Both of these are coil over shock, not a strut like the front end. Both will probably need some mods to fit. I’ve never done it, just remember reading about it some where. Checkout what Nico did with his builds. I’m pretty sure he’s the fella that built up an RX sedan and an L series wagon to be absolute on road weapons, no expense spared! There might be some ideas in there for what you’re after. Yeah it’s him! Have fun reading and looking at pics! The early ones have a few dropped unfortunately but many of them are still there Cheers Bennie

i believe that the rear washer line runs along the door sill on drivers side - inside the cabin, under carpet/trim... it enters the tailgate in the upper left corner i would start checking at the point where it enters the tailgate.. there is a rubber boot that the hose runs thru.. pop that loose and check the hose for breaks.

I meant to find a new one I didn't make that very clear lol