I just got hold of weber + addaptor from a wrecking subaru ea82 engine. I was going to install it on my car and realize the bolts on my intake manifold are smaller in diameter to the bolts on the other engines manifold. how do I change these bolts or do I get a new adaptor with the right bolts? how do I remove the original shorter bolts from the manifold?

all right, managed to remove the studs from the manifold. I decided to go with a new adapter so ordered Redline from the local Auto parts. before that I made sure it comes with the right studs but of course when I got the adapter it wasn't. I was told I had to tap the manifold out. be good if they told me before. so, for all of you ordering redline adapter, you will have to tap your manifold. now, what is the best way to stop the adapter to get corroded. is it possible to block that coolant hole with epoxy?

You shouldnt have to tap them, I didnt! Any chance you can get the intake off the reck?

You shouldnt have to tap them, I didnt! Any chance you can get the intake off the reck?

I prefer not to. just too many tubes to connect...why?

Hi, Look at:

 

http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=53143&page=2

 

Post Nº 20 has Ideas that can Help You.

 

Good Luck!

 

- JesZeK

There is no need to tap anything.

 

GD

what is the best way to stop the adapter to get corroded. is it possible to block that coolant hole with epoxy?

 

Yes block it off with epoxy or JB weld as lots on here have done and disconnect that coolant hose going to it. Sand smooth put on the gaskets and adapter and bolt down the carb.

i had to tap my holes out too. the screws that come with it were way too fat. this also answers my question as to where that coolant leak was coming from... lol.

There is no need to tap anything.

 

GD

so what did you do then? just out of interest. all ready taped mine.

There's two sets of bolts that come with the kit - IIRC you use the silver ones that are smaller. The black ones are probably what you used and had to tap for. It's also very important to use blue threadlocker on them or they will work loose.

 

GD

Yes block it off with epoxy or JB weld as lots on here have done and disconnect that coolant hose going to it. Sand smooth put on the gaskets and adapter and bolt down the carb.

 

What could Happen if I Didn´t That?

 

Do you Suggest that I Just Disconnect the Small Coolant Hose?

my adapter kit came only with one set of studs so I didn't really have the option. I didn't use the threadlocker though... I finished installing the weber this morning and took the car for a ride. the motor started straight away but soon realized I get lots of white smoke at the back:confused: . do you think it's got to do with wrong installation, coolant leak or just bad luck with the motor?