Ok... I just got home, have myself an 86 GL hatchback, EA81. 4sp, d/r, fun stuff. Now... questions. I've an 83 EA81, 2wd, 5sp wagon, that is burnt, that i plan on stripping for parts before it goes elsewhere. What, if anything, is interchangeable? I'd like the keep the front axles off the 83, will they fit? how bout steering columns? the 86 is in need of a new one, kinda busted up. Struts? brakes? also, the 86 is manual steering, thinking about pulling the power system off the 83, is this feasible? and how hard is it? any advice would be great.

 

Also, clutch on the 86 is very odd, will not engage until the pedal is almost all the way released. Is it simply in need of adjustment? or do i need a new clutch. I'm going out to tinker with it right now, would like some feedback on this. Thanks a ton.

 

CR

I would say that your clutch is probably on its way out, but it may very well have some more useful life in it. Clutch pedal free travel decreases with age/wear, so it's probably not in need of adjustment.

 

Most of the parts should swap between the two cars. I'm not positive about everything you mentioned, but you should be able to use the suspension/brake pieces and the steering column. Not sure about the power steering rack. Unless you plan to put very large tires on, I don't think it's really necessary. I'm running 27's without P/S and no difficulty turning even at low speeds.

 

Good luck with your new project.