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Read also and a heard from someone else that there were limitations with Ea 82s head design ie single exhaust port heads (flow limitations) for extracting power from being turbocharged http://www.7tune.com/1986-subaru-leone-rxii-turbo-coupe/

Cheers will keep looking. maybe talk to rally people etc for rear spoiler? the spoiler and bonnet scoop for intercooler certainly help the cars looks. try these guys, otherwise Auz/US/ebay etc maybe? http://www.subspare.co.nz/index.php from wikipedia: The Subaru EA-82 engine was produced from 1985 to 1994. It came with a carburetor, single point fuel injection, or multi port fuel injection. Most of the technical advancements introduced to the EA82 were utilized in the Subaru EJ engine, specifically, the SOHC valvetrain, and multi-point fuel injection. Specifications Subaru EA-82 Engine Displacement: 1781 cc Bore: 92 mm Stroke: 67 mm Compression Ratio: 8.7:1 or 9.0:1 SPFI According to Subaru Factory Service manuals: 9.0:1 "carb" 9.5:1 SPFI Valvetrain: SOHC Horsepower: Carb - 84 bhp (63 kW; 85 PS) at 5,200 rpm SPFI - 90 bhp (67 kW; 91 PS) at 5,600 rpm MPFI - 97 bhp (72 kW; 98 PS) at 5,200 rpm Torque: Carb - 101 lb·ft (137 N·m) at 3,200 rpm SPFI - 101 lb·ft (137 N·m) at 3,200 rpm MPFI - 103 lb·ft (140 N·m) at 3,200 rpm Found on 1985-1994 Subaru Leone 1985-1991 Subaru XT EA-82T The EA-82T engine was introduced in 1985 for the GL-10 models, and later on RX Coupe models. It is a turbocharged version of the MPFI EA-82 with modified cylinder heads and lower compression pistons. Additional specifications Turbo: IHI model RHB5 VF7 Compression Ratio: 7.7:1 Supercharging Pressure: 7 psi Horsepower: 1985-1986: 111 bhp (83 kW; 113 PS) at 5,200 rpm 1987-1990: 115 bhp (86 kW; 117 PS) at 5,200 rpm Torque: 134 lb·ft (182 N·m) at 2,800 rpm http://www.7tune.com/1986-subaru-leone-rxii-turbo-coupe/

nice 1 both so is that full transmission set up a standard feature on all RXs? maybe dreaming too much to get a rally spec one like this ie re pic. ( the STI of the the RX maybe?) :-\ Leone 3rd generation RX Group A rally specs sedan and coupe from wikipedia subaru leone Activity: (1985–1989) Power @ rpm: 190 bhp (142 kW; 193 PS) at 6500 Torque @ rpm: 230 N·m (170 lb·ft) at 5200 Length Width Height: 4370 mm 1660 mm 1425 mm Weight (kg/BPM Ratio): 1060 (0) Transmission: 4x4 Fulltime Engine Type: H4 Boxer SOHC x 2 Engine Position: Boxer Turbocharged Engine Capacity: 1781 cc Engine Bore: 92 mm (3.6 in) Engine Stroke: 67 mm (2.6 in) Engine Compression: 7.6:1 Engine Valves: 8 Engine Carburation: Electronic Multi-Point Turbo: IHI Body Doors: 2 (Coupe) or 4 (Sedan) Body Type: Coupe and Sedan Brakes: Ventilated disks Fuel Tank: 60 L (16 US gal; 13 imp gal) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3122951/1987-subaru-rx

Nice 1 really like to get 192 hp, full time, hi lo,centre diff lock, rear LSD one ie with all the bells and whistles

Yeah K Seal sounds like the go will be considering that also if the wyns doesn\'t work

really like one of these :-*

grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr just found my leak after having another really good look ,its at left bank at back, H/G, below heater pipes/hoses there was some tape over it to hide it. engine crossmember hides from seeing it from below see it from above with a light. one small drip per second, at worst when cold on start up. just thrown some wyns premium stop leak in, see what happens :-\

Sorry reread your post and you\'ve already done what I suggested. perhaps it could be a weeping/corroded expansion (welch) plug in block some where (maybe not obvious until motor stripped to a short block ) Actually having water issues in my 01 Outback as well (2nd gen ej251 notorious for external H/G leaks due to inferior gaskets fitted ) loosing 100 - 200ml /week from plastic expansion tank, no obvious leaks, suspect water pump / hopefully as 200km cambelt/pump time etc approaching, have parts ready to go. then again it could be H-Gs may have to fit modified ones but going to try the bodgy "mechanic in a bottle" as well 1st

1 could be water pump? (bush/seal tend to fail together so leak happens while running) 2 head gaskets? consuming water internally into combstion chamber/s while running maybe? run engine / look at exhaust emissions when at normal operating temperature for white smoke more than usual as against blue for oil. hold hand near exaust look for water vapour. Sorry, reread your post and missed that you had already checked exhaust for vapours if all else fails I\' d be tempted to throw in some chemi weld as a last resort Saved an 86 leone ea82 @ 200,000km with iron tight chemi weld, with similar problems as didn\'t want to pull it apart , that was after having a clogged leaking heater coil and radiator 85% blocked (flow tested) had to be rodded out , it ran for another 9 - 10 and years another 160,000 km with no problems , only using a litre of oil every 3000km still. until a stupid teenager finished it off :\'( 3 years ago, https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/6533_1030570381198_4050791_n.jpg ( one of the best cars I\'d ever owned for longevity/ mechanical issues apart from this LACK OF MAINTENANCE from previous owners ie not flushing cooling system every 2 years as stated in the owners manual) posting this link as found it interesting explaination to water problems http://allwheeldriveauto.com/subaru-head-gasket-problems-explained/

Wouldn\'t recommend this type of towing with any Subaru its the quickest way to kill them. Subarus don\'t have a high enough tow rating. ie kerbweight too low and transmissions / drive line isn\'t strong enough to handle a tandem trailer plus vehicle ie 2000kg +. The repair bill would buy an old falcon / commodore / hilux / land cruiser / similar (as previously suggested by others ) to do the job easier / safer / better. Someone local has blown up their 05 3.0R Outback tiptronic transmission recently from towing a tandem trailer with quad bikes after a 5 / 6hr trip. http://www.aa.co.nz/motoring/owning-a-car/towing/towing-weights/subaru/

Engage warp drive

Hi How's it going/progress with rebuild?

yeah if you got time come up to Glenorchy

nice 1, sounds sussed, yep just up the road from here

Nice 1 be good to meet seeing we are just 40 minutes away. Bring it up for a drive here sometime. Subarus just love eating up Glenorchy Road

The reason why I posted the link on head gasket problems explained, is that its the best explanation I've seen for the problems l've had in 2 out of the 5 subarus that I've owned/own. they were both in series 3 leones 86 / 88 not listed/noted for HG problems but one had 85% clogged radiator /blocked heating core i and cracked head/HG in other. I presently own a 2001 BH Outback with ej 251 @ 207k noted for HG external leaks and no problems yet touch wood :-\ l haven't got a good feeling about this car and considering an H6 as previously suggested. Surely anything offering prevention/taking preventative measures is better than doing nothing / waiting for problems to happen. IMO the EJ engine has inhereted the weaknesses of the EA82 1.8 engine. Despite all this l still like subarus too much and will stick with them actually l'm pining for my old 86 leone wagon man. hi lo, for its simplicity , any good examples out there? silly question people hang onto the good ones :-\ Subarus have been part of my life for the past 20 years

http://allwheeldriveauto.com/subaru-head-gasket-problems-explained/

yes the lancaster is a bit over priced for its age because its manual and car sales tend to do that. there is very little choice if you want a manual because there aren't that many as you will know from searching on trademe. so if you're thinking of selling the the car next year the B sport is the newer model so it would be a better choice so you're probably going to loose less on it

The lancaster is 123kw 165hp matched to a manual transmission so it would be better; you're paying a premium for it because its manual. l had to for my Outback and quite happy l did. The larger 2.5 engine doesn't develop that much more power but it has more torque + manual, so don't have to rev it as much . I don't have to go above 3000rpm in mine in most cases unless I'm passing. so it will use less / no more fuel. the B sport is the next (4th) generation, so its a newer model and lower to the ground so will be better at fast cornering, plus a 5spd tiptronic auto. Whats against it is its lack of ground clearace, smaller 2.0i engine? + automatic transmission. Its more of a town / city car. if it does have 2.0R engine, it will be similar to 2.5 power wise. The lancaster / outback in this case is basically the same car based on a legacy wagon 3rd generation platform but with a larger engine ie 2.5 + manual hi lo transmission and more ground clearace. they are more robust but not rough and ready, the basic models come well specked and are comfortable with 16" alloy wheels, cruise control,fog lights, climate control, key less entry, air bags,abs, etc etc. The top spec models have vdc traction control leather seats, 3.0 H6 engine etc etc hope this answers some questions http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Legacy_%28fourth_generation%29 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Legacy_%28third_generation%29#Outback http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_EJ_engine

Lancaster because, its a manual and just had a cam belt so you're not up for $1000 + to replace one for another 97k , higher ground clearance but not quite as sharp round corners like a B sport. lm biased coz l have one l'm quite happy with mine. The Lancaster would be cheaper to run coz of manual transmisiion , my out back manual does 30 - 33 mpg {8.8 - 9l / 100km} open road, and short running town / city 11l /100 km {25 mpg} you're probably paying a premium for a manual because there aren't many now but its worth it.

Found an interesting article that backs up what l've been saying including, regular servicing and electolysis of/in cooling system by faults in the electrical system. http://allwheeldriveauto.com/subaru-head-gasket-problems-explained/

Grrrrrr its what l have to do to it (BH outback) ie 200km belt time, have all the bits sitting in a box at the back door as a reminder, still need to get oil pump o ring + 3 bond

really liked early 70s 350SL merc. ohc v8 convertible with double head lights for American market not the ugly single head lighted usual ones of that vintage. an old boss had one, personal plates: "Noisy 1" as he took it to an exhaust specialist and said "this costs me 15 mpg (18 l/100km) l want to hear it" :)

nice one totally agree about marking timing marks with twink and on old belt as well before dissamebly . by counting teeth btwn marks on old belt as a double check.

yeah he got them cheaper than l could