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And for the record. There are a few manufacturers that bulit wheels and even other aftermarket parts for our era of vehicles. SenDel(wheels), Kamei(air dams), Enke(wheels), Weber(carbs), Bushman(brushguards), Jackman(offroad accys) there are even wheels available through some of the tire distributors like Les Schwab. They are not readily available these days but you can find them occasionally. Be ready to buy if you find them as every member is also on the look out for them. Watch the market place for stuff all the time. Wheels are the most plentiful thing on the board these days. Granted, most are stock replacements but a different look all the same.

The snorkel kit is $129.99. The only problem is that it doesn't come with enough hose(14") to really do anything with. Besides you still need to buy a filter to go with it. I have looked at it a couple of times and each time I talk myself out of it. The cam grinds are good but you will need carb and exhaust to go with it. What are you designing this for? The engine compartment does provide some dry areas just the front of the engine isn't one of them. Some sort of protection is recommended for the air filter. I have built a snorkel system for my old offroader but have yet to do it on the Brat. Still refining the ideas.

Ease up people! The thing we have forgotten is that we were ALL new once too. As I recall most people have asked these questions at least once. On EZBoard these same questions were asked at least twice a week. A FAQ is a good idea but the upkeep is alot of work. The search function could be made to stand out a little more. It sort of blends in. We are experiencing growing pains again like we did in the past. We just need to keep it in perspective. I know alot of you and no offence but it would get boring talking about the same old stuff or not having new topics coming up that the new people can bring. A few people have kept a file with the standard answers to the standard questions on hand for this exact reason. All you have to do is cut and paste and everyone is the better for it. Folks can ease the conjestion a little by looking around for answers to their questions or seeing if the topic is already being covered in the first couple of pages. I have seen alot of mirror topics on the same page. So, in closing remember this. I can go back and find when everyone was new and tell you which of the FAQ you asked to start your posting history with. Let's just welcome the new members and enjoy the ride.

Are any other lamps lighting? It also indicates when the charging system is having issues. The fact that it is turning off tells me that the brushes in the alternator are going out or the belt is loose. Check your brake lights and if they are OK check the charging system.

The spring is for DL or standard models. Those that do not have the hill holder option.

Boy, has it ever:brow: I'll see Rob today maybe. I'll see if he's in or not. Brian(little camo wagon) may even want to go there again

ROFLMAO, Caleb, you slay me. :moon: (sorry Skip)

Why wonder? I told you in the post above. BTW, the one I sold had the loops and all. It was also very light weight but stout.

SubyBeast also ran them. Was constantly bending them. I don't recommend it at all.

It looks alot like the one I sold to Richie. Except it doesn't have the loops. It was an Subaru of Australia brushguard.

I may be able to convince the better half of the urgency of this run and attend. Would be fun to hit Kanasket and then run up to Evans for a while. There's still a few trails we haven't run in a while.

I would ground it to be certain. There is a wiper control module above your feet on the left side. Green or aqua in color. It might even say it on it. Also, check the fuses.

Where are you? I'm not familiar with that locale. What's the nearest city? Depending on your location you have many an enthusiast in your neighborhood. Did this motor happened to get replaced recently?

I've done it both ways. Built my first one and bought my second one. The choice should depend on a couple of factors. Do you have time to make your own? Do you have the time to remake the parts that weren't quite right the first time? The metal is not a problem. The bolts may be depending where you live. Can you or someone you know weld? Not just strike an arc but weld with good penetration. You life sort of depends on how well you build it. I have installed 5 or 6 lifts and will say that the BYB/Ozified kit is very well built. Nice to know that all you have to do is put it in and be done. Eric and I have installed a few of them in under 6 hours (Granted we have installed 17 between us). The nicest thing about them is everything is there, it's delivered to your door and you don't have to run back and forth to the parts store. BTW, after I built the first one I told myself that the experience was good but that I would buy the next one. My time is worth alot also.

It's a direct drive gear set. Crank has one gear and the cam has one gear. No floaters or any other wear out items. 145K, ouch, how could you do that to a baby

Besides, the old school Subes use a front E-brake. They could still be dragging but the drum theory doesn't apply. Do you let the car warm up before you go? May just be a little tired and once it warms then all the seals start to seal and direct pressure in the right direction. Take the front wheels off and check the E-brake cables for movement. Make sure they are smooth in operation. You'll probably need a helper so you can watch how they work with the hand brake lever.

Is your XT a DL model by any chance? It really shouldn't matter though. If it is where it should be look here. When you open the door look at the left front corner of the drivers seat. Then look straight down to the floor. Along the door sill plastic covers there should be a small handle. If it isn't there try pulling that cover and looking for the cable as Rob suggested. If the handle is broken you can pull one from the junk yard.

Use your old Hitachi fuel inlet on the Weber. May have to tap it, but it is standard pipe thread. Yes, I would say it is neccessary. It allows excess fuel out of the system instead of overflowing the float. The regulator is helpful as well. I run mine on the Brat at 3.5-4.5 depending on what I'm doing. But... I don't have one on the Hatch. It does have the return line set up though.

I made a deal with all of my kids. If you carry a B or better and stay out of trouble I'll buy your 1st car. Both of my eldest children have/had accomplished this. My Daughter played Volleyball and my Son played Basketball and Football(started in both on Varsity) and carried a 3.58 accumulative gpa( 4yr average). So yeah, I cut him a bit of a break. So, yeah, it's a mutual aggreement. Caleb is right. I scored some of the repair parts from him when it got backed into. Rick, not on YOUR life. I may make it peppy but not fast by any means. I know what fast cars will do in a teenaged boys (or girls for that matter) hands. Yes, I am speaking from experience. If they want to get into rallyX or something then we'll talk but it is just too expensive to play on the street at their age now.

Yeah, we saw you go by. The wife was driving then. You probably wouldn't have caught up if I could have stayed awake to drive But, she did a fine job getting us home in one piece.

Computer maybe? SPFI to Carb to Turbo, have you changed out the computer each time?

I don't know about the intake. I will find out the best way to go when he gets a job and starts paying for the stuff himself. I think I have put enough into it at this point. Aero kit Wheels Tires Rear discs Clutch Belts and maintenance.

EBay a while back. They ended up being 4X140 Pugs. I had to rework the hubs to get them to fit. First time it ever took all day to install a set of tires

Weird, I always thought the Loyale was the low end GL It does have the standard ammenities. Power steering, windows, locks and mirrors. Also has A/C but it doesn't work. You wouldn't have rubbing issues with a 4WD. Plus the Enke's are Pug issue so the offset is alot different. I'll add a front stance shot soon. It's really wide, wider than my Hatch even.

Well... it's an Imposter for a few reasons. 1) It's a GL 2) It's 2wd 3) SPFI It's my eldest sons and is one of the few 3drs I actually like. I think it has to do with the color, kit and the wheels. I had to install 4WD coil overs in the rear to accomodate the tireswheels which are 195/60R14's and Enke's. Now to get him a job so he can have it repainted and then we'll get to work at massaging a little power out of the SPFI.