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I noticed that after sharing this post (dummy head) these files are no longer available so here they are again TOONGA centerlamp-relay.pdf Passing Lamp Discussions and Wiring Notes.pdf

your primary jets are way too big for an EA81, unless it has a worked cam. I would suggest a 135 -140 primary and a 150 -165 secondary and go to a 50 idle on the primary and a 55 on the secondary. If you can get them got to 3.0 or 3.5 venturis as well, as the standard 4.0 or 4.5 venturis the webers ship with are too big for the EA81 as well. Given that the CFM of a 32/36 is between 290 to 350 (depending on the model) and EA81 Hitachis are between 130 to 190 CFM (depending on the model) you are always going to overfuel. Remember as well US fuel has a different RON rating to Australian camel piss Good luck with it TOONGA

If it is an auto make sure the torque converter is unbolted from the flex plate, this is done through the opening for the starter motor (I hope this has been taken off ) It can stop the engine and transmission from coming apart TOONGA

Xt6 radiator has a twin core EA82T doesn't, mine didn't on a Vortex XT EA82 turbo. The XT6 radiator will fit but the outlet pipes are bigger 38mm. I know people in Australia that have bought these chines ally radiators, some fit directly others state they have to modify holes for the radiator fans and body mounting screws. When you search ebay, do you use the international options or just America? As for the sellers you will find they have more than one store that they sell from. Just like the sellers who sell oem phone parts. TOONGA

According to the parts catalogues I've checked it is called the F WHL apron front (left or right) / Brkt F sus comp (left or right). which I guess translates to front wheel apron (left or right) bracket front suspension complete (left or right) there is a very good list of manuals for imprezas available here http://ken-gilbert.com/impreza-manuals all models here http://jdmfsm.info/Auto/Japan/Subaru/ Good luck with it TOONGA

Ebay? These are in Autralia not sure of the cost of shipping to the USA http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-FULL-Aluminum-Radiator-FOR-SUBARU-LEONIE-L-SERIES-WAGON-1-6ltr-1-8ltr-85-94-/262168238151?hash=item3d0a71d847:g:Os8AAOSwAKxWW~25&vxp=mtr http://www.ebay.com/itm/HIGH-PER-Aluminum-Radiator-FOR-SUBARU-LEONIE-L-SERIES-WAGON-1-6ltr-1-8ltr-85-94-/151950795342?hash=item2360f9224e:g:SNwAAOSwv-NWVrnx&vxp=mtr http://www.ebay.com/itm/FOR-SUBARU-LEONIE-L-SERIES-WAGON-1-6ltr-1-8ltr-NEW-85-94-Aluminum-Radiator-BEST-/281875123765?hash=item41a1110e35:g:V90AAOSwwE5WYSj9&vxp=mtr TOONGA

It would not fit as the 1600 manifold is shorter than the 1800 manifold, I found out the hard way . Unless you have a 1600 in your brat that is. TOONGA

Yes I'm interested not sure what I will need to sell to afford them but hey TOONGA

They look great really good in fact. any news on price and availability? TOONGA

So I did a little search on that alternator and found this http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1323800&highlight=EZ30&page=113 it may help you. I still believe the alternator is on, hence the noise you are hearing. I have had the same problem with an EJ22 in a brumby and an EJ22 in an XT / vortex. Both times the problem was fixed by changing the way the alternator was wired. TOONGA

Ok I would say it is the alternator making the noise. As you have wired in a non standard alternator. Check that the power to the wire you ran to the alternator is off when the ignition is off, if not find one that is switched power and this should solve the problem. TOONGA

If this was an EJ engine swap into an EA older vehicle I would say the alternator is making the noise. This is because it is wired to permanent power (EA alternator) not switched power (EJ alternator). As I have no idea what car the alternator / engine is in this is the only advice I can give you. TOONGA

Are the breather tubes on top of the 3AT working? sounds like a build up of pressure of some sort in the box is causing the fluid to vent. How much ATF fluid is in the box ? Too much fluid could cause this to happen. Does the box have an ATF cooler in front of the radiator? check that it isn't blocked. TOONGA

You can use outback or forester trailing arms as both are longer than the impreza arms the outback are longer again than the forester arms from memory. Looks like a great project good luck with it. TOONGA

The big diaphragm on the side needs full vacuum from the inlet manifold to operate. the easiest way to test it would be to bypass the solenoid. With the engine running have a hose run from the diaphragm to the inlet manifold, if it is working the diff lock lever and cable will move if it isn't the lever and cable will not move. Check the switch for the diff lock on the side of the box it could be that it is faulty. With the stater motor out the diaphragm is easier to get to. TOONGA

I know you aren't using the whole loom but this PDF may help you http://d01.megashares.com/dl/yvPza8n/EA81_SPI_guide.pdf It is the guide to putting the SPFI on an EA81, yes I know you are putting it on an EA82 but it may help you. TOONGA

Yes the regulator is overcharging I would say one or more of the components got damaged when the alternator got soaked. Either get a new one or a good second hand unit. TOONGA

Yes pictures would be great to see. It would open up a few different avenues for people. TOONGA

Check this thread out for what you can do to a baja http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/155543-baja-build-nearing-completion-with-lift-tires-and-wheels-done/ Enjoy TOONGA

Yes you can make it 30 miles to a mechanic. Just drive carefully and not too fast TOONGA

Nicely pointed out. I did mean to say EA81 manifold but obviously got carried away or was it cut and paste and lack of coffee. Here's the SPFI guide took a while but I found it via the way back machine http://d01.megashares.com/dl/yvPza8n/EA81_SPI_guide.pdf TOONGA

this Workshop manual compilation of A gregorys and various FSMs has all the details from page 142 of the pdf onward called page 200 of the document http://www.ftp.kritical-it.com/Subaru%20Brumby,%20Leone,%20L-series%20Workshop%20Manual.pdf Enjoy the read TOONGA

Is the EA82 SPFI manifold the same as the EA81 SPFI manifold? for example, are the inlets the same on the EA81 and EA82 heads? I do know the EA81 was mated to the 3 speed Auto here in Australia As I understand it the flex plate should bolt on without any problems. Is the exhaust going to match up? You will need the EA82 dizzy which will need some modification to fit the EA81 motor Only problems I can think of some reading on the subject http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/14639-ea81-spfi-conversion-and-more-horsepowertorque/ TOONGA

Have you swapped a new bulb in to make sure it isn't the bulb? Check that the socket is without power with a multimeter before you start replacing parts. biggest culprit with the wiring is a broken earth.\ TOONGA

What model Subaru is this? Where did the fender shaving occur? (in reference to the car body/fenders not work shop) An EA alternator and engine is straight from the battery. An EJ alternator and engine has ignition switched power. Both have a fuse in the fuse bay in the car. Both have fusible links in the engine bay. TOONGA