Sandy08 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Longer story but short is that I blew my engine on my 2009 Forrester and it needs to be replaced. I have a friend who has a wrecked 2003 Forrester and I have that engine that was pulled with everything attached in case it was needed. It was running well when pulled out last weekend. However, I can't get a straight answer if that older engine will fit in my 2009 vehicle? Anyone know these things inside and out and can let me know. The 2003 VIN #JF1SG656X3H764762 2009 VIN# JF2SH64669H765037 Heard that the engine model went from a 'xxxxxxG' in the 2003 to a 'xxxxxH' model designation in the 2009 or something like that so I'm hoping it's a minor change. I was told that the 2003 would definitely drop right into up to a 2008 but is questionable into a 2009. Not sure if that's convenient BS from the mechanic who wants to sell me an engine with his markup added instead of installing what I have. I'm hoping somebody can explain the differences and give me a definative answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtdash Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Hi, welcome to site. More searching here and online will get you an answer. But the short answer is No. Not 'drop in'. 2006+ had i-AVLS on the heads, so that means a no to. Also the wiring is different. And the intake manifold due to an older style...but technically it'll bolt up. I'd guess the shortblock might work, but I also just read on here that the 2009+ blocks may be different enough to cause issues. Best option is find 2009+ EJ2.5 - watch out for the PZEV versions as they're also different. And it depends on how much of the engine is toast - just the shortblock? Or the heads too. Remember the HG issue..any USED engine is susceptible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy08 Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share Posted August 9, 2018 Thanks. Kind of figured that. Whatever I find I will have them replace the timing belt/water pump/head gasket before they drop it in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster2 Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 Sandy, I think we have met and talked a few times, if you are the same Sandy that lives in the Greenbriar subdivision. I am Larry, the guy that walks the two yorkies in the neighborhood. Drop me a PM, I have some ideas, as I had an engine swap done not that long ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted August 10, 2018 Share Posted August 10, 2018 (edited) Reman short block from Subaru. They are $2150 and come with a 3yr/36k warranty. Best deal going by far. The later model EJ's command a premium in the used market. You'll pay almost as much for a 100k used engine as a 0 mile short block from Subaru with a warranty that can't be beat. GD Edited August 10, 2018 by GeneralDisorder 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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