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Hey, I have encountered the same issue. Just wondering what your solution was? Can you block off the coolant passage to the carb?

Thank you Naru, that did the trick. I will keep it in mind for the future.

Hey there, I recently ordered some replacement CV axles for both the front driver and passenger sides. I measured the old ones and since they were so beat up I wasn't super accurate with my measurements. I purchased new Surtrack axles online, the number of splines matched up and the length seemed right. However when I got them at my house I compared them to the old ones and they were apx. 2" longer, I thought I would try them anyways and though maybe they will compress more with some weight and and pressure. I got one in and it is definitely to long. I can get it into the steering knuckle and through the bearing all the way and put a axle nut on it all the way and get the other end on as well. The issue is now my steering knuckle is being pushed too far out from the control arm and ball joint. Does anyone have experience buying new axles for this model 1985 GL Hatchback 4spd Manual HI/LOW 4x4 1.8 OHV? Every store online that their axle will fit and has the correct splines but they are all 27 13/32 - 27 3/8 and I believe I need something closer to 25 3/8 - 26 3/8. If anyones has any suggestions or advice it would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to get this Subie out on the Minnesota streets and lakes before the weather gets to warm! Thank you.

Thanks for the advice guys, it is much appreciated.

Thank you Ed, So it would be okay to remove the entire piece as long as I cover the hole? Is there benefit to keeping it? getting it back to the original/stock setup?

Hey there everyone, I have started to some work on my new 1985 GL Hatchback. I am not super familiar with Subaru motors and I have intermediate/novice skills as a car mechanic ( I know vintage motorcycles much better ) Anyways, I was removing my AC and its components and saw this and was wondering what it went to? It is all metal, it goes down/behind/underneath the driver side valve cover. There is also a bracket behind it that looks like it may have supported something as well. My questions: – What is this? – What was attached to it? – Is this something I can operate the car safely without? – Does anyone have a reference photo for a GL with this component(s) not missing? Please see photo attached, I outlined the part in question in yellow. Thanks pals.

Hey there, first post! I searched for some answers on this but came up short, so if someone could point me in the right direction I would appreciate it. I recently picked up a 1985 GL Hatchback. I am not a super gear head but I know my general way around a car and I am even better with vintage motorcycles. My question is, I cannot not determine with the VIN if my GL is a 1.8 SOHC or a 1.8 OHV. I am sure there may be a way to visually tell but I cant be certain since this is my first Subaru and I have never had a car with OHV. Also how does the engine type effect certain parts? Are most parts inter-changeable between the 2? Thank you!