TheLoyale

I do wonder how much it would cost to get just a hood repainted in 947? I need to get mine repainted badly, the clear is flaking off (As subaru clear seems to do) but its the only place on the car.

I like that, '86?

If you take it to a good body shop they will be able to match the color. There should also be a sticker on the strut tower or door jam with the 3# Paint code.

Seeing some progress! Looking purty interesting for sure.

Look up Mudrat bumpers: http://www.oregonoffroadsubaruclub.org/mudrat_index.html

Can you post a picture of these?

Thats looking good, two-tone looks good

Wouldn't it be called an "Axe" rather then a "Hammer"

I have one of those Grilles on My Loyale

But remember, all tire manufactures have "Their Own" idea of what 28" is. So you could by a 225/70R16 from BFG or a 225/70R16 from Dunlop, one tire might be a little bigger then the other.

I think someone would enjoy this: Die-cast XT6 Alcyone. http://cgi.ebay.com/1-43-AOSHIMA-DISM-SUBARU-ALCYONE-4WD-VR-TURBO-XT-VORTEX-/130447579561?pt=Diecast_Vehicles&hash=item1e5f4819a9#ht_500wt_914

But I wouldn't want to convert my EA82 to electric - I like the sound of a good old Boxer. And I think that would take away from driving a Subaru. We will see, I don't think this is going to fly with to many car enthusiasts.

Check out General Grabber AT2s. Pretty decent tire. I plan on getting a set for my Legacy (Trashwagon10) BFGoodrich makes a simular looking tire "BFG All-Terrian T/A" -Tom

I gave you your answer in my first post. The stiffeners are screwed threw the roof with metal screws, and is also sealed with some type of sealant. If your car doesn't have the rails, you can make a small hole, get some short self tapping metal screws, and then just before you screw them in, put some Black RTV in the hole and then screw your rails on. No worries about leaks.

I have a question: Does anyone know if XT6 Seat Headrests will fit onto EA82 seats? Are the posts the same width apart or are they wider like the EJ seats? -Tom

Fox, how did that go btw? That Legacy was pretty damn rusted under there. SubaruAlliance, +1 with the Anti-Seize. Thats the stuff.

Whoops, thought it side 245! Well then what 215s or 205s? Dunno what kind of sport tires your gonna find in that width?

You need to to some wicked camber like the JDM guys Lol... Yeah thats a close shave. Looks cool though, I bet 225s would have fit.

Yep I have a full set, And the opening on the Wheels is to small DAMN!

What have you used for center caps on Peugeot Steel wheels? Are there any aftermarket caps that fit the opening? -Tom

Your in IN? Well I've noticed the going rate for a good runner first gen Legacy around here is about $500-1200 if the body isn't totally rotted $1500. But with 200k+ I'd say about $1200 at most.

Yes sitting a lot can cause ticking, so the more you run it maybe any gunk thats making stuff stick will blow outta there. Don't be afraid to open it up on the highway. I always run 10w-40 in my Subarus, I don't see any problem with it. make sure you also use either a Wix, Purpolator or Genuine filter. DO NOT USE FRAM...! This has been gone over time after time Lol.

From what I remember, they are all the same (Size/shape) few little changes light you said. But should pop right in. Be carful not to loose the E-clip that holds the lever cable to the box (Hard to fine one that works other then the proper one) Cheers, -Tom

I haven't ever seen an EJ motor with a lifter tick that did not go away, I think the lifters in the EJs are a little more robust rather then the EA82s (GL/Loyale) Also, Subaru motors tend to like the thicker oil (Even in -0 weather)

Before you change the oil, pour about 1/4 can of Seafoam right into the oil (Do not drain any oil out as the seafoam will waterdown the oil. Drive it around a little 20 miles or so, then drain the oil while warm and put fresh in, I run 10w-40. You can also use ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) in the oil which will also clean things. But you never want to leave MMO, Seafoam, or ATF in the oil. you will want to change it no longer then 200 miles (I would change it within 50 at most) but thats me. And no, Lifter ticking won't cause any damage. The lifter(s) might be worn and will always make noise as a lot of the EA82 owners know. Cheers.