mrjim

I've decided to go with the EJ251. However, I'm also planning on replacing the flywheel and clutch while I'm at it and I've got some questions regarding that. From what I can tell, I should be looking for a flywheel to match the EJ251 engine and a clutch to match the stock 2000 OBS transmission. Is this correct? Is it worth it to get a stage 1 clutch or just stick with a reputable OEM replacement? I'm pretty sure I'm going with Exedy for the clutch whether it's OEM or stage 1 unless someone thinks there's a better way to go. Is it worth looking into a light flywheel or again, just stick with a reputable OEM replacement? These are the ones I'm looking at: Exedy FF02 lightweight, 1 piece solid chromoly steel $382.89 Exedy OEM FWSBL02FF $108.85 SACHS OEM NFW6605 $58.79

I've found the short block for $2100. Think $5-6000 is too low of an estimate for the turbo build?

I'm still considering the EJ257 option... exactly how expensive are we talking?

Correct me if I'm wrong but the thing about going this way is that I'd still have to take apart the engine they sent me to swap in the driver's side cam. Or cam shaft anyways. Correct? Edit: oh NVM, the above post says sprocket. Those don't come on the long block anyways that I'm aware of.

I've got a few more questions. Has anyone here gotten a rebuilt engine from "SSI Subaru specialists"? Do you recommend or discourage going this route? (and keeping the forester as is or fixing the body damage) They've got an option for a long block (no pan and oil pump). Could I use the oil pan & pump, cam & crank pulleys, and water pump from my current engine? Would this be a bad idea? They've also got an option that includes the oil pan and pump and cam and crank pulleys. Again, would I be able to use the water pump from my current car? And would it be a bad idea? (bonus/fun question, just dreaming really) Would an EJ257 engine fit? It's a short block so I'd need to find matching heads, cams, intake, oil pump, oil pan, water pump, harness, computer, turbo, exhaust manifold etc... Even if it would fit, I'm guessing this would be a huge and expensive project to take on. Am I correct?

Thanks so much guys, your help is invaluable!

Would you also suggest bringing over the ecu? I'm guessing no because it's for an automatic but I've also heard some say the ecu is the same for the automatic and manuals and that you want the ecu that was intended for the 2.5 engine so you get the correct fuel injection for the cyl size. Edit: Also, why just the driver's side cam & crank sprocket?

Hello All, I've heard there shouldn't be any issues with this swap but wanted to make extra sure. The EJ22 engine in my 2000 OBS is shot. (Long stupid story, let the oil get too low) I've got a 2003 Forester with an EJ251 engine that's got a pretty banged up fender and door from a hit and run. The OBS is a 5s manual, the Forester's an automatic. I've done some net searching and from what I hear, the EJ25 should have no issues swaping into the OBS. Is this correct? Thanks in advance for any and all help.