Dr. RX

I bought an EA82T short block from them, no problems yet, that was almost two years ago.

Well the first thing I would do is unplug the air bags, you certainly don't want them going off accidentally. By themself, they create enough damage that most insurance companies will total the car. Since your car is a 98, it would have OBDII, and I don't know of a code 12 for that system, before OBDII the code 12 would work, but the new codes are much more complex in the number format. Check out this link, http://www.rennacs.com/faq.htm it show an error 12 as a airflow meter ot circuit, which has nothing to do with airbags. Look on the link for the question, "What is on the CodeReader™ PRINTOUT?", it shows the code 12 as an example.

It's been awhile since I looked at the decal on mine, but doesn't it tell you what type of oil to use. I used LSD oil in mine, it worked fine. They are correct, the unit itself is sealed, there is no contact between the viscous fluid in the unit and the oil in the case.

It's been awhile since I looked at the decal on mine, but doesn't it tell you what type of oil to use. I used LSD oil in mine, it worked fine. They are correct, the unit itself is sealed, there is no contact between the viscous fluid in the unit and the oil in the case.

You know, I wish I had a buck for eveytime someone asked this question on the board, and got this answer. Show me where there is a diesel Subaru in Japan, if there is, I'll bet that the engine isn't built by Subaru.

WOW, from that map insert, I can see why they call Minnesota the land of 10,000 lakes.

Are you talking about the turbocharger or the whole engine? If it is the turbocharger, the what Freak said is correct, if it is the whole engine, then what TROGDOR said is correct.

Passed Sheaving inspection today, now I can wrap the garage to get ready for the siding. Zap is coming over on Monday and we are going to try to get the roofing on (Rob, you busy Monday??). I'm going to get the rest of the roof trim on Saturday and maybe primer the wood on Sunday. I was hoping to have a Garage Warming Party on the 30th, but looks like at least another weekend after that.

I've got one in my shed (actually out under a tarp waiting for the garage to be finished), I'll check it out and see which on it is, then let you know the specs. Are you getting the engine from Japan, or is it from a car that was built for export to Europe. The ones exported to Europe were detuned.

Yea, and it might not be the car you give him if you enjoy it too much. Looks like you have a fine stable of Subarus, he should be glad to get any of them.

It is known as a TS.

This simmering that you call it is only needed if you are aggressive with the car, under normal driving this is not needed. I am an agressive driver, I have a 96 JDM WRX EJ20G powered 96 Impreza, goes like a bat out of hell, I drive it hard, but when I get within about 10 minutes from home, I bring things under control and the rpms down, this allows the engine to cool down as well as the turbocharger. By the time I get home, everything is cool enough to shut it down. I have been driving turbocharged cars since before a lot of you were born, I have never had a single turbo carbon up on me using this technique. swc7916, to answer your question, and this will probably draw flames for the younger set, but I would not give a WRX to anyone who didn't have at least ten years of driving experience. Is the car worth the extra, well that is totally up to you, but I feel if you are asking, it probably isn't. The current WRXs are not like the GC series WRXs from 1993 to 2001. The first JDM WRX had more horsepower (240 versus 227), were lighter and much quicker. I think the closest Subaru, in performance, stock out of the factory, is the STi. But for what you intend this for, replace it with the same type of vehicle you had.

Send me a PM as a reminder and I'll look in my FSM for this.

The black RX was a 1989 1/2, it was actually introduced after the start of the 89 model year. I believe it was an early release of the 1990 Loyal RS, which was available in black, but not all RSs were turbocharged, and those that were only has a push button single range 5 speed or an 4 speed auto, the 89 black RXs were true RXs.

There is a crank angle sensor and a cam angle sensor on the driver (USA) side head, the ECU must get a signal from both or it will not fire.

I don't know the torque, but the power is 200hp. There was also a 220hp version, the difference is in the turbo, I believe the 200hp have 8 blades on the impaler and the 220hp has 9.

Good put, I was thinking the same, I have driven many turbocharged cars, and to me the EA82T has one of the lowest occurrences of turbo lag of those I've driven. I think Subaru did a great job of sizing the turbo to the engine. If everything is right, they are very responsive cars. Corky

Any Legacy with a 2.2 engine would be more reliable then the first series of the 2.5, and probably the second gen 2.5 also. I own a 95 wagon with a 2.2 and auto tranny, I have no fear of getting into it a driving anywhere in the country with it. It is a plus that the current owner had the head rebuilt, but that is another reason not to get the car. The engine is a non-clearence engine, which means when the timing belt breaks, parts bang together, the 2.2 is a clearence engine, if the belt breaks, nothing hits. But I have also known people with 96 Outbacks who have had absolutely no problems what so ever.

It would be nice if our race tracks weren't so far part over here on the west coast, unlike the east coast.

Yea, but he never really got it going. Had to sell it off when he moved up here.

Well, the paper is on, it rained last night, and there are only two small spots where the rain got through (probably a bad staple or two). Still need to get the molding pieces on before the roofing material goes on.

Zap is with Ken, try his cell phone, if you have it.

I'm sure that they bolted right you to his WRX. Yea, I've dealt with Eric when he was in Arizona, he is a great guy.

Rob, next week looks pretty wet too. I'm putting the felt on now, once it is on, we can pick and chosse the day for the shingles. By the way, just a note to anyone who following this, upholstery staples do not hold the roofing felt very well. I had to go down and rent a stapler with the correct staple, makes a world of difference.

60 DAYS!!!!!!!! (well now 59) Man, Zap, you really know how to put the pressure on. 59 days to finish the garage and get two cars painted, man this is going to be close.