how can I i d what model engine I have and where can i find info on performance tips and tricks.Its an 86 1.8l turbo,auto 4x4 wagon(Canadian model).

Well that is an ea82T engine. Search right here with that engine ID and you might be surprised with the results.

Thanks for answering a goofy question.This is my first Subaru,got tired of replacing ford front ends.Always wanted to buy one and do it up though.....

close by there says block model

heads and block are also marked, underside

 

look here

http://www.usmb.net/repair/?CurrentDirectory=FOLDER_3f29dd8b7a4f46.89471656/&FileType=Article&File=ARTICLE_3f53a13f7c7491.41102012.art

 

ignore the huge vast quantity of white space between the two sections