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    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    Well, took her out for a couple of drives with the temp sensor installed.  Works a treat, now have an accurate digital readout of the top rad hose temp. However, last time I took her out, it sat at 40 (minimum readout) for ages, and then spiked to 90 very suddenly. It then proceeded to sit in the mid 90s for the rest of the drive, spiking to 107 (!!!!!!!) at one point for a couple of seconds at rest, before cooling off. Switching on the e fan manually (which is definitely working) helped a bit. 

    Diagnosis IMO is bad thermostat. I was intending on replacing it anyway. Have ordered a 160 C thermostat, gaskets etc.

    I have also done the twin e fan mod (

    ) on Gertie (my wagon) and I will be replacing the temp switch with the Hyundai part when I do the thermostat on the sedan. 

    I have also ordered a new radiator as I suspect the current one is a bit blocked from when I did the system flush. $200, cheap insurance.

    I think the thermo fan hub is ok, as it spins when cold and locks up when the engine is hot. If replacing the thermostat, radiator, and fan switch doesn't help temps then I may have blown the HG when it spiked... Really hoping not.

    I've also ordered a new temp sender so will see if that helps the factory gauge read properly.

    Should I replace the water pump? Seems to pump ok at the moment, but while I'm in there... 

    May as well rip it out and fit an EJ257!

    ;)

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    Temp sender series 1 3rd gen

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    Posted · Edited by KiwiGL

    It seems the temp sender on my series 1 3 rd gen JDM sedan is bad. It only works intermittently and jumps up and down.

    Does anyone know if the temp sender for a digi dash (orange) is a unique part? It has this unusual looking black box on top of the thermostat housing that my later model analogue dash Omega doesn't have. I suspect this may be the sender for the digi dash. 

    I have fitted an aftermarket digital temp gauge to keep an eye on proceedings, so it's not critical, but would be nice to get it working. 

    Cheers guys.

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    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    46 minutes ago, turbodog said:

    check and clean the harness grounds,   and if you un clipped and re attached all the clips behind the fuse panel im sure most of the electronics would start working again as intended, as mine did during my ecu install... half my accessories didn't work prior to me reseating all the clips, now they all work

    Yes, forgot to mention that but I do intend to clean the grounds. Made a big difference on my old Forester.

    I was informed by the PO that he ran green coolant in the radiator and red in the WAIC to ID which was leaking, if that were to occur.

    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    Have now installed an aftermarket digital temp gauge. The one on the digi dash only works about 50% of the time and seems to jump around randomly a bit. Numbers seem sensible on the digi one, sits around 85-90 in all driving. Also did a full coolant flush - the colour could best be described as rust. Took 15 litres of distilled water and about 3 hours of repeated flushing to get that out of it... Now pristine green.

    I also have a idler bearing on its way out. I suspect it's the aircon. Which is a pain.

    General maintenance wise, it needs a few belts and seals replaced. That's a longer term thing to do though.

    Also want to do the trans and diff oils after seeing the coolant... Wasn't flash.

    And lastly, the electric fan wiring is definitely a little dodgy. Doesn't come on with the switch on the dash anymore. Need to take a look at that.

    But she drives beautifully. I've got a few Subaru nut friends and they all can't believe how good it is.

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    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    6 hours ago, Loyale 2.7 Turbo said:

    May you share a photo of the Plate, even if you blur the serial number,

    this is for the people who don't remember that production of the EA82 started in 1984.

    (Subaru got the Prototype of that engine in 1982, along with the first L series Prototype.

    But that's another subject, sorry for the offtopicness).

    I really like your Subie.

     

     

    Just like Mine! :)

     

    Kind Regards.

    Thanks Jez. Might try get a photo for you.

    I've just been reading your thread on the electric dual fan swap. Have ordered the Hyundai temp switches off rockauto and have a cheap 12" thermo fan plus relays and fuses coming. Will do the install on my omega first as that's currently just running a single electric fan and no mechanical fan. Gets a little warm at times at the lights... If it works well (which I imagine it will) I will also do the same on the Leone for more power and more coolness.

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    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    On 3/7/2021 at 11:24 PM, el_freddo said:

    Every six months!! Geez, that’s crazy. Each state is different in Oz. So here in Vic, you do a check over for a Roadworthy Certificate, often known as a RWC, then you go in for rego. Pay your rego each year and you’re all good. 

    Your beast looks so good. And that factory cruise on the steering wheel, plus the digi dash! Good score there sir! Look after her ;) 

    Cheers 

    Bennie

    Thank you! Yes, 6 months is a bit excessive given she's only going to do a couple of thousand kms a year, if that.

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    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    2 hours ago, turbodog said:

    woow! okay thats so weird,  AC and recirculate are on the jdm far drivers side panel,  whats the button on the bottom of the shifter?   the one to the left of the headlight switch? also, whats all the warning lights?  i know, charge, at oil temp, brake, check engine,  stop lamp, brake fluid,,, thats all i know,,, looks like thats got more

    The dash controls are quite a different layout to my later model NZ new Omega. Left of headlights is he height control button (removed so doesn't work). Haven't looked at warning lights in enough detail, will review.

    Gen2 Brat, shudder at highway speeds

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    On 2/28/2021 at 5:07 PM, el_freddo said:

    A dead driveshaft can have some bad steering wheel wobble to it. I had one that would lock at one point in the rotation cycle, it was enough to vibrate the steering wheel, even at a crawl! 

    New driveshaft sorted it for me. 

    Cheers 

    Bennie

    Interesting, after new wheels, tyres, front suspension bushes and joints I'm still chasing a shake in my wagon. One of the outer CVs was rebooted. Wonder if the joint is actually bad. I have a spare brand new aftermarket axle so might try swapping it in?

    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    57 minutes ago, turbodog said:

    mmm trade me your wheels, lmao... but for real, really love it!  check out my build, im going threw the pains of restoring mine.

    Yup have been following yours! An extensive project. This will be kept pretty much as purchased as I suspect it is only going to appreciate in value. Definitely a Sunday car!

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    Gertie (the L series touring wagon)

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    Have just spent a few $$ chasing down a wheel wobble and getting the brakes completely rebuilt front and rear. 454,000 kms and counting!

    Next stage will be lift, Torqlocker, and 195r14 muddies on (probably) some Speedy 14" wheels. At this stage I'm planning on holding out for the yet-to-be-released Subarino 2" kit.

    I may also have a lead on a cheap EJ22, so as it'll need cert for lift and tyres, might as well go the whole hog... This will be a good few months in the making however.

    At this rate I'll be able to sell my gas guzzler Pathfinder and buy a Leaf to daily! Just need to fit some front recovery points to Gertie and get the Land Rover club safety officer to sign her off... We'll see how we go haha

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    The grey ghost - 1984 JDM Turbo sedan

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    Well, I have just test driven, and agreed to purchase, this fine example of an early 1984 build 3ed gen JDM Leone sedan. It is the top spec trim, and has digital dash, trip meter, cruise control, air con, and was fitted with the height adjustable suspension (now removed). Trans is 3at auto with part time 4wd.

    It also has a sweet water to air intercooler setup fitted by the current owner.

    Drives very well. Pulls harder than my old turbo wagon, with the intercooler. All the electrics work.

    Best bit? Only 129,000 kms since new. Only issue is leaky sump gasket.

    Hopefully will collect next week once WOF and rego done.

    Here's a teaser pic... 

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    And yes, I will be keeping Gertie... Keep your eyes peeled for the next stage of her build (she's going up in the world!)

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    First Project Build

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    On 1/9/2021 at 12:08 PM, LegacyGTSleeper said:

    I ordered a new wiring harness and ecu for the ej20x today. When they come in I'm taking them to a wiring shop to have the jdm harness merged with the usdm dash. I'll hopefully be ready to drop the motor in a few weeks.

    Nice!

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    The Labmobile gl10 build

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    22 hours ago, el_freddo said:

    Really? Don’t let GD get you down, just stick with your plan and go for it. 

    Everything you’re doing is reversible so if there are some unforeseen issues you can review and return to stock if needed. 

    I love the L’s, has mine for 15 years now. Unfortunately I haven’t driven her all of last year due to work needed to be done and no shed to work in. 

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    Needless to say, she’s highly modified - EJ22, custom gearbox, lift, and other mods for off-roading and living out of the vehicle. 

    Deep down if you’re keen on the vehicle you’ll find your motivation ;) 

    Cheers 

    Bennie

    Gotta keep going Bennie! Have always loved Ruby Scoo, same colour combo (blue with white wheels) as my wagon! I know your feels though, trying to fix a front end shimmy at the moment... hard keeping up with the maintenance at 453,000 kms!

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