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As mentioned in the PM I’ll let the 98/99 Forester 2.5 four cam go for $300 The 2002/2003 Legacy GT engine same deal. Both are in NE CT near the RI and Mass. corner. It’s a good two hours from the NY/CT line. Chances are really good that if you come up you’ll meet one of out other board members who is a super Subaru Tech and he also has parts cars and stock lying around. Temps going to drop some but doesn’t bother me. Both engines are inside , one on a stand the other tucked in a corner on a dolley. Back up to the bay and it’s an easy load.

Was that the 390 ?

Looking to possibly treat myself to a small commuter that can offer a little excitement. And with that I had thought about a Yamaha TW200 for the last couple of decades at least. Then came the little KTM Dukes. Any baby Duke riders out there , please let me know your thoughts. I am an older experienced rider getting back into commuting on two wheels. I’m 5’7” and ain’t gettin any taller , shrinking more like it. So seat height matters. Used to think I’d certainly be on a Suzuki DR350 or 650 and then the 400 or whatever they’ve made since those olden days. Never got that dual sport bike. Would have been just as happy with a Kawi KLR etc. but anyways here I am in 2021.

And one vote for good old Front Wheel Drive Subarus. What we all started off with in the 70’s , folks my age anyways. And to me living in New England and all a simple FWD Subaru manages easily 99% of daily driving throughout the entire year/cycle. Ride on !

Nice effort !

Once upon a time not very long ago I chased and chased and got my brother a former Subaru tech involved and after a solid half hour or so found the connector fried out AT THE PUMP. It’s the connector just under the mounting plate as you lift the pump assy out. Hey , it happened to me. Just saying it’s worth it to look at it before spending the chase time I did. Best of luck.

Are you kidding ? Back in the day I’d absolutely be that guy just like you. And I’d have at least two ladders on it. Outstanding!!

For reasons I cannot clearly recall at this time a Master Subaru Tech who has now probably 40 years with Subaru told me the 88 and 89’s were better for some last revision upgrades. Very subtle. But made a difference. He knew me fairly well back then and knew I was a diehard dual range fivespeed fan. I had specifically asked which years might be better. You can find the dual range fivespeed from 1985-89 in the “Loyale” series. The holdover Brat and Hatchback models retained the fourspeed dual range during their later years.

Lon , you sure it’s not the glass guides in the door that are scratching the glass ? Sorry I don’t know the exact name of those little parts.

Right on ! Looking forward to the next post. It’ll be running.

Take off the timing covers. When you need help with the belts there’s archives here. You’ll be ok , just follow instructions. Most people will guess it’s the belt on the drivers (left) side.

It’s only for like two seconds. Done it plenty of times. Passed to me from elders with decades of experience. Just sayin. We deal with more rusty tanks up here.

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One thing you could do is take the fuel pump off and reverse polarity and it’ll flush itself out. And then confirm it works. Those are hard to find and if you were to see how much the dealers would get for them you’d give up on the spot. NLA these days I’d have to guess. There are alternatives. Fuel pump is in the rear of the car underside on a small shelf as I recall. Just fore of the right rear axle.

And check the pedal box for a crack at the clutch pedal pivot on the left side of the pedal box.

Engine should be an EA82T , you’ll see that in the heads if you get a good look around them. Lots to say here. The basics are fine but before you get too deep maybe do a compression test. How’s the oil and coolant ? Not mixture ? Closed air system so be sure all ductwork and breathing hoses are not cracked. You found the right place for support. I’m not the best that’s for sure but I did own a couple of these at least. Don’t panic if it blows smoke when you do get it started. Should you need parts they are getting very hard to locate. Best of luck with the project.

Enjoy ! Many of us here are long time users and abusers. Main theme for me - functionality and fun per dollar. So it’s strictly used Subarus for me. That should tell you that as time goes on you’ll appreciate your Subaru even more , or a guy like myself will if you trade up some day. Cheers !

Do you have a good used pad you’re swapping in ? Just curious.

You’re at this point breaking down the dashboard. With the five bolts mentioned you should be able to move the dashboard freely. As it becomes loose you’ll see the obvious places you’ll need attention mike the speedometer cable , wiring harness connections , and really very little else.

Yeah Jim , as a suggestion , maybe more so in better times , taking a nice trek out west could find you in a true solid car. And not some east coast detailed ride hiding the ugly truth. Of course you could do what I’ve done as well as many others and just have one shipped. I’m sure you’d rather have your eyes over it first but some of our wonderful board members have helped me this way going back many years now. Nuttin like solid baby ! Good luck. And like the old Jews say “pay the twenty bucks”.

Plus one on that. Best of luck Jim.

Several of us recommended subarupartsforyou.com for genuine Subaru parts n goodies. https://www.subarupartsforyou.com/ $15.16 for the inner right timing cover $25.82 for the bracket

Cool articles , thanks ! Much in agreement in the FE Coupe. The second article I think we all have a favorite we’d like to see in that list. Some that come to mind: an RX three door, 1977 Brat , yes 1977 not 78. , or an 81 with dual range. Some mighty fine newer gen rides there , just I’m so far behind and avoid the newer cars in general. Kind of like looking at young ladies that would cost a fortune and be difficult down the line.

Curious too. Please post back. So that’s a Rock Auto purchase , right ?

New ? Hmmm , mostly same old same old , paying bills , kids in college , miserable schedule I live , but the beer is great these days so why complain ?