Thanks Bennie, I'll probably compare these shafts I bought and see if I could install the shaft into the Impreza inner joint if it's slightly longer, I doubt it though.
Anyway, have a pic of it...
I've ordered a couple of shafts from Rockauto to change the outer cups so I'll see how it goes. It'll be quite a while before I manage to get to this but I'll report back for future reference, thanks very much all for the advice.
Got a second vehicle to operate while you put this one on stands ?
Probably easy for me to say gather all the parts because I can easily come up with them and others may not. But my opinion is that if you search , really search and devote appropriate time you will come up with the parts you need. Assuming you don’t need to replace the calipers and rotors. Although even those are still out there if you .....really search.
To me given the age of these vehicles a thorough exchange brake components and lines are top priority. Do it all now before parts are gone for good.
Re-seal / overhaul kits can be found for the calipers and drum cylinders. Lines can be made. Some 80’s front flexible lines can be worked as I recall. And yes there are master cylinders too. It’s your baby. Just do it all and be proud of it. Anything short and you’re just waiting for the next episode.
Just my opinion. Good luck.