My 3.3L Subie Conversion Thread, Got me some 914rubber stuff |
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My 3.3L Subie Conversion Thread, Got me some 914rubber stuff |
Chris H. |
Dec 27 2012, 11:02 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,048 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Finally starting the thread. First, I never would have done this if it weren't for several of you helping me out, especially Ian at:
Cold Water Conversions Ian tolerated dozens of questions from me as I decided which way to go. Thanks again! Here is the candidate (or victim, depending on what side of the fence you are on): A 1975 1.8L with California Emissions...I've had it for almost 11 years. During that time I have logged about 2800 miles on it. I decided to swap it out for a modern drive train so my daughter could drive it so I started looking for a 2.2L Subie and a 2WD auto trans. This setup CAN be made to work with a custom hanger, but it's not a very exciting trans. Think early '90's Camry or Corolla acceleration. I'm sure it could be re-geared but an Audi trans would probably be a much better option. Then I found and SVX for cheap and changed directions entirely. Looks like my kid will be learning to drive a 5 speed Subie! So far I have: Strong running SVX engine 2006 WRX trans purchased from NASIOC If you don't feel like chasing this stuff down Ian will source it for you. Next up I'll post the highlights of the SVX strip-down and note some of the pitfalls, valuable parts, and stuff to be careful not to break! Any feedback, comments, questions, concerns are welcome. I want to do it right. |
Chris H. |
Jul 23 2013, 01:55 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,048 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Kent, I'm just about to pull the engine! Planning for this weekend.
Also think I figured out what to do for a water temp gauge. The 924 combo gauge is allegedly the same diameter as the 914 (100mm). It has water temp, fuel level, plus all the warning lights we need (oil pressure, alternator, low fuel, brake). It has a pointed plastic bezel, but I'll either swap that out for a flat piece of glass or swap the guts into the 914 combo gauge. Not sure if the fuel gauge will work well, but I can cannibalize my current one if need be. For $25 you can't go wrong. Pic of a similar gauge from the interweb: |
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