Numbchux Posted November 1, 2009 Share Posted November 1, 2009 Your Tcase is 4 low, 4 high and front wheel drive? I don't think I knew of that combo. I'm going to have to get me one of those for my super slow build! Do you know if these just bolt up to a 5spd trans? 99% of the dual-range trannies in the US are that way. only a handful of them are full-time dual range (locking center diff, no FWD option). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
93Newbaru Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 For some reason I always thought it was single range with selectable 4 wheel or front wheel, or dual range full time. This news pleases me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Numbchux Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 For some reason I always thought it was single range with selectable 4 wheel or front wheel, or dual range full time. This news pleases me. nope, the full-time dual-ranges are fairly rare, and only have a 1.2:1 low range. the part time ones are quite common, and have a 1.6:1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 2, 2010 Author Share Posted February 2, 2010 Back from the dead Looking back on my plans for this build, there is one major thing left. I've just been on hiatus, whilst enjoying the fruits of my labor. Pics to come shortly!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 Here's some pics of the NWOG stickers and some body work I've done Time for a EJ... The stock engine has a blown head gasket and I'm not putting any more money into a EA82 with over 200K. Started cheap and easy, while waiting on my tax $. This is a ac cond. pusher out of a '01-02 Kia Sportage...and could very well be the holy grail for EJ swaps. Not including soldering the Subaru plug on it, we're talking like 5 minutes to figure out how to mount it. Bolted through existing hole: And both bottom mounting ears can be cable tied or bolted: ...It has begun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 Looks good Eric!!! did you find a motor? Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 Sale pending with Jason. The tough part will be getting everything prepped to get the swap done ASAP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 It might of been covered. But those are nissan wheels, what type of vehicle did these come on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 It might of been covered. But those are nissan wheels, what type of vehicle did these come on. Those were a craigslist find and were pulled, so I couldn't say for sure. Nissan truck and 15", but not as new as pathfinder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 steel or aluminum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 9, 2010 Author Share Posted February 9, 2010 steel or aluminum. Steely Dan's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 15, 2010 Author Share Posted February 15, 2010 I picked up the bulk of what I need for the EJ swap today. '94 EJ22, complete harness with relays, ECU, header, & air box: Legacy seats need some cleaning and one tear to patch. Will be far better than my broken-down ones that are puking foam on the carpet: computer case, fan not included: Now the real fun begins!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted February 28, 2010 Author Share Posted February 28, 2010 (edited) Made some progress today I actually started the EJ swap two days ago, but only had a couple of hours after work to help Scott prepare the shop and start disconnecting stuff. Today was the first of three days off to get 'er done. The EJ is now bolted in and radiator all hooked up! Many thanks to Scott!!! The shop and tools, knowledge, and he helped out a lot, installing the clutch and milling the flywheel on the spot. Tomorrow will get a new fuel pump, plug in the ECU and harness, hook up everything else, and hopefully test fire. Edited February 28, 2010 by SoobieDoo additions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Not a runner yet, but much closer. Aftermarket fuel pump added, cooling system, intake, power steering lines bent and connected, throttle cable, etc. Now I just need to bolt up the exhaust, wire the alternator, and connect the harness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 Major setback today. It had never occurred to me that the engine harness may not plug into the rest. I've got 3 plugs on one, and 2 on another, so it's either swap the engine harness or carb it. Everything else is done now, I just need it to run then wrap up the exhaust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 Here's the mess It didn't fire up right away, but I'm tracking down codes now. Whatever happened to my three days to get 'er done!!! ~E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one eye Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Here's the mess It didn't fire up right away, but I'm tracking down codes now. Whatever happened to my three days to get 'er done!!! ~E Looks like a nightmare, at least you'll know what goes where and what does what, by the time it gets going:). Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragonfire Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 damn i have seen many many wiring harnesses like that. just subarus though. wish you luck. will be watching closely i have been having thoughts on the same swap. so far so good though. good work man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted March 10, 2010 Author Share Posted March 10, 2010 Looks like a nightmare, at least you'll know what goes where and what does what, by the time it gets going:). Jeff So true, and this wiring troubleshooting is what seems to give everyone the most probs. damn i have seen many many wiring harnesses like that. just subarus though. wish you luck. will be watching closely i have been having thoughts on the same swap. so far so good though. good work man. We'll see if it's good work, if I don't give up and carb it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted March 11, 2010 Author Share Posted March 11, 2010 It's Alive!!! Simple fix, really...I missed a yellow power wire to the engine harness, so the coil had no power. Now I just need to get the wiring finished with switched power, gauges, loom, etc. Oh, and she just purrrrrrs!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott in Bellingham Posted March 11, 2010 Share Posted March 11, 2010 AWESOME so good to hear that Woooo Whoooo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted March 15, 2010 Author Share Posted March 15, 2010 Did some more buttoning up of the EJ swap today. I found a massive fuel leak where a hose had come loose from the fuel pump. All it needed was a new clamp, but now my fuel gauge isn't working. That may be due to the gauge cluster just floating in place, though. Fixed the racing engine by loosening the throttle cable some and grounding the AT/MT pin off the ecm, and hooked up the speed signal to the cluster. It's getting there SLOWLY but surely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted April 5, 2010 Author Share Posted April 5, 2010 The EJ swap is basically done. I still need to loom up the harness, ammo box the ECU, and get an aftermarket oil sender, but that doesn't keep it from getting me around. As an additional "upgrade", I'll be swapping out the ECU and MAF for the correct ones soon. Today I worked on comfort, by finally getting the legacy seats installed. Easiest mod so far, with the frame rail holes the same exact width. So by drilling new holes for the rear bolts, the rails bolt right on. They do sit a bit higher than the stock ones, but I'll like that for normal driving. I may just have to dork out and wear a helmet off-road, though. Yes, I know the color doesn't match, and the driver's seat is patched, but at least I won't have a numb a$$ anymore driving to Mt. Hood. So I'm a: Not much left on the original to do list...future plans are all pretty minor. Skid plate, exhaust, bumpers, cargo rack, and winch. Maybe a converted ABS front locker!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A DOG Posted April 10, 2010 Share Posted April 10, 2010 I am thinking of doing this same EJ22 into EA82 swap. About how much did your swap cost and is it worth all the pain in the rump roast? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoobieDoo Posted April 10, 2010 Author Share Posted April 10, 2010 It's well worth the trouble!!! I hadn't used 5th gear in over a year, and now I can cruise comfortably at prob 75 or so. Still haven't tried it off road yet, but I'm sure the improvement there will be just as substantial. I'd say it was only about $450, but that's not including the adapter plate or new clutch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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