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I just got a '93 Loyale Manual 4wd. The right axle has the typical inner boot split, but it is also clicking on turns. 1. How can I tell if it is the OEM axle? The rears have the green paint but the fronts don't. 2. Should I try to purchase a reman or a new aftermarket axle? Or should I just try to repack with grease and reboot the one I have? I did some searching but couldn't find a clear answer to either.

Thanks everyone! I've acquired a 1993 Loyale Manual Transmission with selectable 4wd. I'm pretty happy with the choice I've made. I appreciate that it has power locks and windows from the get go and that the interior space is very comparable to the 2002 Outback I had. Plus the 4wd button on the gearshift thing is pretty cool...however, I'm still considering swapping in the d/r transmission from an '85 GL. Is that a selectable 4wd like the one I have in the Loyale by the way? I don't quite understand the difference between a selectable 4wd and part-time 4wd. What all is needed to have the AWD? I've read the front subframe is an easy swap from the EJ to EA, but the rear would require some serious fabrication. I mostly want the EJ suspension options. Thanks again for all of your help and suggestions.

So I rebuilt an EJ25 engine for my 2002 Outback...and then I rolled it. It was a traumatic experience, but now I'm emotionally attached to the vehicle for a variety of reasons. (everyone in the accident was fine) What I'd love to do is take that engine and put it in an older wagon that needs work. I know that's quite a chore, but I could make it happen. I particularly like the looks of the 79-84 model wagons but they are hard to find and they look a bit less roomy than the 85-up wagons. (I liked being able to sleep in the back of my 2002 when camping.) So my question is, what are the major differences between the '84 model and the '85 model? I know parts are hard to come by for both...anything else to be weary of?