TheSubaruJunkie

The last 4" Lift I helped install was made from aluminum blocks. We put it in Jibs Brat... installation wasnt as smooth as the steel lift I had, but it worked just as well. -Brian

Nope... neither is the hub. But, front hubs are the same across all EA82 model lines. Rear hubs will need to come from another EA82 with rear disks (any turbo or GL10). -Brian

Also Zap... here's a page i made quite some time ago with all the different guards offered for subaru. Of course, this was like 3-4years ago so there are no custom jobs. Feel free to rob the information and pictures if you'd like: http://subaru4wd.usmb.net/Jan2002/aftermarket/guards.html -Brian

Never got a scoop. I will have the intercooler on the new setup for sure with better air flow. I know all the logistics about turbo's and lower compression engines, and why they need lower compression. HOWEVER... There seems to be a handfull of people on the board who have done the swap successfully. None of them have reported premature engine failure, at least I dont think they have (part of the reason for this post). As far as the PCV stuff.... i dont care about the vent in the block. The bung for the knock sensor is there and tapped already, so it will work. I was going to completly re-do the PCV stuff anyhow, try to keep blowby out of the intake at all costs. Thats a completely different post due in its own time... i just wanna get a running motor 1st. Who else is running high comp pistons? Will... JWX?? I know theres more than just caleb out there. -Brian

Anybody else running a 9.5:1 block on their turbo? Need some more input. -Brian

Thanks hoopty... but that helps me none. -Brian

Cause carburated EA82's are gutless and weak. Primarily owned by older women drivers who dont go past 70mph. I also doubt the Carbbed motors are prone to cyl #3 failure like the EA82T guys seem to have. Head gasket failure, rod bearing failure etc... And caleb is correct. The only part of a carburated engine i'll be using is the block, I will need to use my MPFI heads and all my turbo gear (manifold, intake etc...) Caleb, how many miles do you have on your motor? Is it your daily driver? -Brian

I guess what im really affraid is doing the Carb block with higher compression and then blowing the car up again in a couple months. Or not doing it, using a low compression block and always wondering "What if...?" My car could use some low end power, and I guess i could stick with stock boost. -Brian

So I've been juggling this around in my head for weeks now. Since I will need a new block for the RX, why not take the plunge and get the carbbed block with increased compression ratio? Why Not? Well, i dont know why not So I decided to post here about it to see what you other turbo guys out there think. Here are some reasons I have already gathered on why not to do it: 1) Limited amounts of boost need to be ran. No more 10psi. 2) Higher emissions ratings, possibly effecting smog results (huge here in CA). 3) ... well, so far thats really all I can come up with. With that being it, here are the advantages Ive come up with. 1) Better low end power. 2) Easier to find in a junkyard 3) Chances of being overheated or abused are much less likely than a turbo'd block. 4) Higher compression at the same cost. I will be looking for a block in the junkyards. Lately here in town my luck has run out, as there are no EA82T's in any of the yards. Plenty of other EA82's tho. Im thinking my best luck on a used block would be to find something with very low miles, and to look for a subaru with extensive body damage. Something that looks like it suffered premature death, not by engine failure. Thats going to be hard to find in a Turbo :-\ Decisions... decisions, decision! -Brian

The Good: Its not California. The Bad: Its Oregon Ive never lived there. I would love to tho. Dunno whats worse tho, smart rump roast californian's or dumb rump roast oregonians (no disrespect to the Oregonians we have here). -Brian

Jealous over here! Lookin good though. -Brian

Ive already met you a couple times, so I wont miss it any :-P -Brian

297k? Are you rolling back? I thought you were in the 300's by now. I cant move out of calfuquindassfornia till my lease is expired. But you know ive been thinking of it. I say you slap a weber on there and get alittle more gusto out of your old ea81. Will help you keep up with me on the trails :-p -Brian

damn JB that footage was awesome. Way to go, rub it in my face!! One day I'll be on a video. -Brian

I'd say its old and needs to be retired. I think i know of a buyer -Brian

Unless its an '81. -Brian

I dunno. Havent seen him online. Im sure he'll see this when he gets on. -Brian

You think the rings are still good russ? I wouldnt mind using a low compression block, but the higher CR sounds like alot of fun. -Brian

The pressure gauge was at 0. Its been at 0 since i got the car, as has almost every subaru ive owned. I have never relied on the oil gauges, they never seem to work. I know when i put this engine back together i will have a set of manual gauges. My temp gauge was alittle iffy as well... im hoping I didnt over heat the motor at all. -Brian

It had been burning oil the week prior. I carried 7qt's with me throughout the week (leftover from a case i bought). I guess it was going through more than I thought. We'll make sure the next block is good and tight. Got new timing belts yesterday, have the EA82 Engine Kit comming from SOA (last one in the US according to Will & Subiegal) so the last thing to do is find a new block. Thinkin of doing the carbbed block trick. Still alittle skeptical. -Brian

Here's the post from 3 weeks ago when it happend. http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=47248 I remember seeing Brads old block after he had blown it up. But unlike him, I'm going to be the one doing all the work -Brian

Early last week I was able to get some friends to help push the RX into the garage. And since today is my day off I had the time to start tearing into the engine. Only spent an hour in the garage, goal was to expose the broken block. Didnt take long to take a look at all the wiring and disconnect what had to be. With this being the 1st time I've dissasembled a EA82T certain things were confusing me like the fuel injector connections and what-haveyou... but after tracing everything back to the main harness connections I realized I could bypass most the labor and take the manifold off as a complete piece, wiring and all. I was amazed at how simple it became. I managed to rip a few hoses, but since Im replacing every one I can, i figured the torn end would serve as a marker so I know where they lead. After I removed the bolts holding the manifold on I was able to lift everything off together, even the smog canister. And this is what I found: Here is a couple large versions as links. http://gallery.usmb.net/albums/album42/DSC00642.jpg http://gallery.usmb.net/albums/album42/DSC00641.jpg Here are the pieces I could remove from the block. There are some more pieces inside I'll need to crack the block to remove. And a slightly better view of the inside of my block. So now I've got the oil draining and I will have to goto my work to get an engine hoist. But the plan is to have the block removed and in pieces by tomorrow night. Then I can work on getting a new block and reasembling an engine that can work in the RX. Stay Tuned! -Brian

World Rally Cross -Brian

Your CV Joint (axle) is about to go. Better replace it. The problem is sure to come back and will probably be even worse next time. -Brian

Unless theres a reason to, i wouldnt think it'd be neccessary. -Brian