coolhandluke Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Hello USMB, Oh I have lurked these forums waiting for the day that I might actually have a sub of my own. Today I finally joined the club! I got a 1987. GL hi/lo with 180k on the clock but well cared for. Engine runs nicely. My only concerns from maiden voyage home were clutch, feels harder than i would think is normal. But I really dont know whats normal for this era. Also steering is really hard (sometimes) like no power steering. 87 must have had power steering right??? Wow, call me a noob if youve ever seen. I apologize, But what can I say im excited. first pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveT Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 87 should be power steering. Good luck with the new car! Not sure what you mean about the clutch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sapper 157 Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Did the 87 GL have a clutch cable?? I just replaced my crappy aftermarket cable in my '84 GL Wagon with a fresh Subaru OEM cable and with the aftermarket my clutch was very stiff and the shifting wasn't good at all. now with the OEM cable, the shifting is as smooth as a babys bottom with melted butter, and the clutch is soft as a pile of Angel Soft toilet paper! So... if the 87 has a cable, maybe that needs to be replaced? Congrats on the new car!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilesFox Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 The clutch cable may be too tight. as the clitch wears some slack should be adjusted to it. You will find anything you need for questions here. a 1987 GL is a good one to start with. This way, if you ever end up with newer subarus, you can appreciate the heritage of the subaru platform. Good luck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrgrr Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 (edited) Some guys have trouble locating the clitch, ...hehe... Sorry couldn't resist :-) Nice looking car! Edited November 24, 2014 by rrgrr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRhere Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Welcome! Nice Wagon... If you've been driving vehicles with a hydraulic clutch, the cable clutch will feel stiffer. At least it does to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mundog64 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Welcome. This forum has given me more than i can ever give back and most fellows are nice too. Congrats on your wagon ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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