jstoker Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Hello all, I am new to the group. I don't currently own a Subaru, but am more interested in the Subaru engines. Recently I pulled a carburated EA-82 from an '86 GL wagon for a hovercraft I am building. For simplicity and performance, I want to replace the stock carburator with something else. Does anyone have any suggestions that will not cost a fortune? Thanks in advance, Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edrach Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 You won't get any simpler or better than a 32/36 DGV weber. Pricy if new (around $350 for the kit) but can be found used at the wrecking yards for substantially less. You find them here on the Board for about $75 used and recently I saw one posted at around $130 rebuilt (I trust the rebuilder....I bought two from him a while back). Hello all,I am new to the group. I don't currently own a Subaru, but am more interested in the Subaru engines. Recently I pulled a carburated EA-82 from an '86 GL wagon for a hovercraft I am building. For simplicity and performance, I want to replace the stock carburator with something else. Does anyone have any suggestions that will not cost a fortune? Thanks in advance, Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstoker Posted September 8, 2004 Author Share Posted September 8, 2004 What can you tell me about that carb? I'd be interested if someone has one to sell. Will that carb require an adapter? Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstoker Posted September 8, 2004 Author Share Posted September 8, 2004 I'm also looking for for a guage set for the EA-82 if anyone has one for sale. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nug Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 I'm also looking for for a guage set for the EA-82 if anyone has one for sale. Jeff I've got some 2 5/8 autometer gauges (oil press, coolant temp, voltage) with electrical senders for sale. Brand new, unused, open boxes. Paid around $250ish for them. Make me an offer. I guess you would like pics. Hmm, it might take a couple days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nug Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 What can you tell me about that carb?I'd be interested if someone has one to sell. Will that carb require an adapter? Jeff The carb typically comes with an adapter, especially when bought in the $350 kit form. The adapter itself does show up occasionally. The 32/36 weber is a progressive carb, with interchangeable main jets, pilot tubes, and other stuff. they work well on a myriad of smaller engines, including Toyotas, Subarus and Volkswagens. They will feed AMC 258 straight sixes very well, also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edrach Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 What can you tell me about that carb?I'd be interested if someone has one to sell. Will that carb require an adapter? Jeff Requires an adapter. Available from Bow-wow for $30. Carbs Unlimited sells it also. www.carbsunlimited.com www.webercarburetors.com are two places that carry webers and accessories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edrach Posted September 8, 2004 Share Posted September 8, 2004 Hello all,I am new to the group. I don't currently own a Subaru, but am more interested in the Subaru engines. Recently I pulled a carburated EA-82 from an '86 GL wagon for a hovercraft I am building. For simplicity and performance, I want to replace the stock carburator with something else. Does anyone have any suggestions that will not cost a fortune? Thanks in advance, Jeff Jeff, I know you've already pulled an EA-82 engine, but I would think an EA-81 would be more adaptable to what you have in mind. Somewhat lighter altho still an 1800cc engine and no timing belts to fail suddenly. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CIS Subaru Posted September 10, 2004 Share Posted September 10, 2004 If you're looking for an ultra-cheap upgrade carb, Hitachi made a larger carb that will bolt up to the EA82 manifold without an adapter. You can find it on 2 liter Nissan truck engines (and maybe Isuzu?). The EA82 carb is a 28mm/32mm progressive, while the Nissan one is a 30mm/34mm progressive. Since it was used on older trucks, it is not computer controlled and doesn't have too much extra crap attached to it. Sadly, I have not had the chance to test this carb's performance on a Subaru engine yet, but have only test fit one at a junkyard. If you're willing to experiment, this could be a good way to save some dough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstoker Posted September 10, 2004 Author Share Posted September 10, 2004 I've got some 2 5/8 autometer gauges (oil press, coolant temp, voltage) with electrical senders for sale. Brand new, unused, open boxes. Paid around $250ish for them. Make me an offer. I guess you would like pics. Hmm, it might take a couple days. Yeah, I'd like to see some pics, though I'm not too sure what I'm looking for. Just want to keep it simple, but guages are a must when you use an engine for an engine setup that was not original. No hurry on pics, I'll keep my eyes open. Thanks Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstoker Posted September 10, 2004 Author Share Posted September 10, 2004 Requires an adapter. Available from Bow-wow for $30. Carbs Unlimited sells it also. www.carbsunlimited.com www.webercarburetors.com are two places that carry webers and accessories Thanks for the info. I'll check them out. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstoker Posted September 10, 2004 Author Share Posted September 10, 2004 Jeff, I know you've already pulled an EA-82 engine, but I would think an EA-81 would be more adaptable to what you have in mind. Somewhat lighter altho still an 1800cc engine and no timing belts to fail suddenly. Just a thought. Actually, the EA-81 is the preferred engine, but after a lot of searching, I felt fortunate to find a carburated EA-82. Also, I think the 82 is about 10 more hp stock than the 81. Other than that, I'm not sure what the differences are. Thanks, Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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