TheGoat Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Would this motor be a good swap candidate? The 'ol Forester has HG issues, and am contemplating a swap rather than a fix. Opinions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Not a good swap because it's not compatible mechanically or electrically. You need a '95 to '98 EJ22 from an automatic. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoat Posted March 8, 2012 Author Share Posted March 8, 2012 Well, actually, I was just thinking about starting with the block, changing crank, rods, and pistons, bolting on newer heads, and keeping the Forester's wiring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 The forester has no ability to control a turbo. Using a 22T block with high compression pistons so you don't need a turbo is a waste of a 1000 HP block. You can't get enough power without forced induction to need that expensive of a block. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Talk to bhenen. He has done many HG jobs if you are leery about doing the job yourself. Im sure he could use the business. From what i understand, as long as it wasnt overheated the replacement gaskets hold up alot better and some never have problems again. If you do it right it shouldnt be a problem anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoat Posted March 8, 2012 Author Share Posted March 8, 2012 I'm not leery of doing the HG's, but I was kinda eying bh's longblock and had visions of making myself a turbo Forester. I'm sure it can be done... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92_rugby_subie Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Maybe an EJ207 into a forester, or an EJ257 into a forester...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bheinen74 Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 i even have the turbo crossmember.... you can control the turbo via manual boost control valve. above it is stated whatver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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