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+1 to that, Mine looks like childs play compared to this - but I don't really call what I do "wheeling" its more like dicking around in the dirt. Looks like great fun though -Tom

I took out everything for the A/C except for the pump, I also took a video: Video was before I removed both A/C lines. Subaru Idle -Tom

Yep recheck the fuses as I had something simular once. Everytime you depress the brake pedel that fuse would blow (Found out that a sliced wire was grouding out under the dash) the Brake lights are not on the same fuse as the Trail lights. I'd get a multi-meter on the rear light sockets and see if you get any voltage when the pedel is pressed (Like GD stated) -Tom

Ok, so Rod knock is off the list - cause I've put prolly over 7,000 miles on it and it always sound the same when it does start (did alot of joy riding, rustic road finding this summer) The other main time it makes this noise (Much louder and somewhat continues) is when your pushing the engine trying to do 60-65MPH on a slight up-slop on the interstate - throttle is about 3/4 depressed. I figure its not getting worse, so I have time to figure out what it is. One thing I noticed is it seems to act up more after a recent oil change, huh? Thats why I've been leaning towards a lifter. This is all great info GD, thank you -Tom

Ok, I might give this a try sometime. So retard it to about 15 BTDC and see if anything changes. As for a Rod, wouldn't you hear that just be free reving the engine to high RPMs? Maybe not sinces there theroecticly no stress on the engine. Another question since we're on the subject - Would pinging come from both Heads not just one or the other? And what are the odds of lifters or Rockers having play in them? Thanks for the extra knowledge PS: exhaust gaskets and y-pipe and mid pipe are both new (Mufflers the only thing thats old with holes, Rumble!)

GD, This is a interesting thread. I wish I knew what a ping sounded like under a load - cause I have a noise comes under a load while the RPMs are somewhat low, it also comes if you punch it when the RPMs become high (3500-4000) Would a ping sound like something has play in it (Rocker arm, lifter body) Cause I've just been thinking something has be worn over the years from the PO's and thats what this noise I have is. Could this be a ping? I've never touched the timing, so I assume its still whatever the factory set it at. Anyone have a video where I can hear the pinging? I wish I could discribe the noise I have better. (No, its not a lifter tick) sounds like slop in something in the driver side head. -Tom

I prefer to look like a hick, Chicks dig lifted Subarus! It stands out from the croud of little sporty crap cars. -Tom

Does anyone a picture of these? Also how are they attached (Tape?) Were these available in the U.S - or were they only a AU, JDM thing? EDIT: Found some of my answers, now the question is - who is selling a set? -Tom

Oh, non of the '80 wagons had the EA81 unlike the Brat? Didn't know that. Thanks GD -Tom

The only real diffrence in the Newer EA81s - is Subaru then fitted Hydro lifters instead of the solid lifters and push rods the older style EA81 had. -Tom

Only thing I would watch is the engine years, since the EA81 was still made and available in the GL hatchbacks and Brats till '88 I beleive. The GL/DL wagons and sedans from '85 to '94 all have the EA82 engine, which isn't interchangable with the EA81 parts (Few little things, yea. but not much) So if you are looking at parts for an '87 - make sure it is a 2-door Hatchback not a wagon or coupe. -Tom

Did cap and Rotor and painted a few things (Will get pictures of what, tomorrow) Cap: YEC brand made in Japan. Rotor: CarQuest brand made in Japan. -Tom'

Oh wow, those look really nice! Power coated? I love my wheels since I got them Powder coated. This is just once awesome rig -Tom

That looks really nice, I like the color along with the painted valve covers and air cleaner. Come with the pictures sir! -Tom

Welcome to USMB aswell! Glad to see another Wisconsineer! Sorry I don't have any info on good repair shops, never had an issue I didn't address my self (Yet) Best'O luck, -Tom

Haha, I wouldn't like to seen pics of that :-p Looks like its gonna be a good project, +2 with the NATO can. -Tom

Yea that IS true, keeps the wheel planted while the leafs or spring takes weight. Thanks

Nice shocks, Rancho makes good products (Dad/Mom had a '88 Hilux and dad added stiff rump roast Ranchos to it!) Anyway back on topic, Just had a thought pop in my head. How come no one ever took some stiff gas charged shocks and use them in the rear on a wagon? Why do you need a coilover? To me, it you can get a stiff shock there is no need for the coil spring. (Any thing I'm over looking?) -Tom

Superu, If I ever get a 5th wheel - I will just throw it on top in the basket, or I might move the plate (Just might) -Tom

torxxx, The hinges are perfect - no play what so ever. Haha yea I have the same problem with the door seals too - a couple of those T-fasteners ripped the hole they go into (So I went the same route you did) mrblasty, Hmm thats an idea - I'll keep that on the back burner for later. The rubbers are pretty much in excellant shape - just the window needs to press against it harder or the rubber is loosing its puffyness. John, oh yea ok - Now I remember. I will look at those and see what I can do. Thanks for all the input guys, -Tom

EDIT: That stuff sounds good, What I've been using is "Mothers Back-to-Black" its the best thing I have used so far, its not like Armorall or Black magic. This stuff conditons the rubber and doesn't become dependent on it. I will have to check out 303 more -Tom WTF? I did an internet search for "Formula 303" and all it brings up is info about some "Anti-stress" drug? Haha!

OK, I have a Haynes aswell. I will check that. I don't have the interior part for the FSm so I'm SOL on that part lol. I'll just see what I find tomorrow -Tom And no, I won't wongleflute with anything unless I know what it is Hehe.

Bill, hmm ok. SO am I looking for the Window Sash ad Regulator mounting bolts? There is one in 3 of the cornors and two bolts in the cornor closet to the door handel (Outside) From what I'm seeing in my Chilton, they are talking about if the window tilts to far forward or to far rearward, but not about pushing in or out, Eh.. -Tom

Nope there are no holes or slots in the door with out removing the panel (If memory serves) Its no biggie, I've removed these door panels more times then I can blink) I'll take a gander at my Chilton since I'm not doing anything -Tom

Hmm, I'll have to pop off the panel tomorrow (If it doesn't rain) and see what I find. Thanks for the info!