moosens

I’m just catching onto this thread. I daily drive a 94 Outdoor Sport edition with a spruce paint color pretty much same as yours or slightly more blue. So I just skimmed through , haven’t given a good read. It man I’ve still got a crap load or parts for that era. Speaking of Jersey pretty soon I’ll be back down there at NJMP for the motorcycle races. Would be cool to romp around the Barrens. Ours sure has a few times. And camped too. Acts as the family truck as needed. Has hauled engine crane and engines! Heck even my FWD 92 wagon did that. I really love these cars. I can’t believe I didn’t take one on until 2007. But once the bug bit me that was it. I’m infected. Lol Enjoy! Let me know what you need. I happen to have way too many cam seals. And some other NOS on my shelves. And plenty of good lights etc etc. Cheers!

Yes, Premier has become THE premier Subaru dealer now with I think at least three locations. But the big dog in Branford is the one you’d want to visit. I’m not sure if he keeps any classics in the other locations. Maybe he will place one or two at each. I would. Ahh, I need to get my tail in gear with being able to use the gallery here and post pics easily. For now I can’t and I’m too tired or lazy at the moment to got through all the outside sourcing etc. Soon I’ll get some pics. But you can also email me at moosens@yahoo.com and I’ll gladly reply with some pics. And for shows, well everyone has copied the really big shows. I think it can be said without question that the New Canaan C&C show is the one to go to anywhere near here. That’s pretty much copied from the west coast guys. Now every other town wants to copy but of course you can’t match the wealth of Fairfield County and Westchester Co. next door. So the cars that have shown up are over the top. Plenty of more common cars and lesser value too. But the super cars are too much. I haven’t gone in quite a while. Like Yogi Bera said - nobody goes there anymore because it’s too crowded. But I suggest everyone in the area attend one at least once. Check it out online first and maybe that’s good enough. Lots and lots of stories to tell. That whole thing started with a handful of guys who met at Zumbach’s and then took off for a spirited ride. My friend in his 67 Lotus Elan had a really hard time keeping up at times. Then it grew and the rides had to stop. Then it just grew and grew. Ok I’ve gotta cut out but hope we catch up soon.

AND …. Also if you weren’t aware you could really enjoy a stop by at Premier Subaru in Branford. It’s sort of museum. See the $47k Brat there. Cheers!

Hey where in CT are you ? There’s a few, very few of us vintage Subaru owners here. I’m down in beautiful Bridgeport. Keep your eyes open for a 79 4wd wagon soon. And which show was that ? Be sure to hit a Caffeine and Carburetors in New Canaan if you haven’t already. Enjoy !

My thought was contemporary gasoline and accelerator pump seals not liking each other. Seen the rubber boot erode faster than I think the tank of fuel was used up. And that was after using one from a carb. kit. I guess if it were my cake to bake I’d break it down and soak the body and float chamber. Blow out the jets and passages. Double check that float and the needle. Not sure how much experience you have on these but you may have to remove the float chamber top a few times to get the adjustment correct. Lots of voodoo and witchcraft too. Good luck. Post back with results.

I would ask for very specific pictures of the underside. If you’re not 100% certain of what I mean do a little look through the archives and you’ll see the “rear box” mentioned a lot. I’m from a rust zone and didn’t look to see where you’re from. Regardless there’s always the four cam engine with its head gasket issues to consider avoiding but you seem to want to take that on. Keep in mind that back 15 years ago or so people were falling all over themselves to do a 2.2 swap. Good luck with your decision.

Also about to install similar. For my situation have some 1970’s NOS in their original wax paper wrap with what I expect is more of a protectant coating than a true grease packing. Then I also have later made - 1980’s into 2000’s that vary. Some also look like packed but I expect mostly to survive shelf life coatings. Others completely dry. So to me I’m counting on lots of flushing before packing. But please let’s hear from the the guys who are far more active than you and I. Just to add , I’m also currently doing other newer Subarus. The Koyo we just did was dry for our 2003 Legacy front. Just bought a BCA which is the NTN re-boxed. That’s dry too.

Are you aware of the somewhat recent sale of the 2500 mile (more or less) 1978 Brat that sold for around $47k ? If not then I’d bet you’re a bit excited right now. But that Brat and the circumstances were unique. That said it still drove up prices across the board on Brat , 4WD wagon , parts for those , and in the background generally raised values on all things 1970’s Subaru and the second Gen Brat. Hope I didn’t just tell you what you already know. Bring A Trailer is the top selling site for all things with wheels that are unique. My opinion. It seems to be more for people who don’t waste time as well. Commit and pay and pickup. Videos sure help. If it’s solid then show that in the places the buyer is most concerned. You know the deal. Folks in the group are mostly very thrifty and wouldn’t give you the price it deserves. Myself included in that group. Ok you read this far now you deserve my guesstimate. No picture and no write up. What can I really say ? So maybe $12-18k Hopefully more. I’ve said it before, put it in the right markets and maybe some Princess tells her deep pockets hubby she just has to have it. The bidding on the 47k Brat came down to two guys who had deep pockets and wanted it super bad. That Brat sits in the showroom - up on a loft you can’t get to - in Branford CT up the road from me. Premier Subaru. He or they have a sweet museum like collection. Enjoy the sale !

It’s over. You were either near Grants Pass and looked at this post no matter what was posted in the title because it’s one of us and that person needed assistance OR you weren’t and it didn’t matter to you.

David Melcher is on the road up from CA and needs an EA81 drivers control arm for an 86 Hatchback Check the usual FB old Subaru groups and I guess message him there if you can help.

Needs an EA81 Drivers Control Arm for an 86 Hatchback. David Melcher helps tons of people with old Subarus and now needs some reciprocation. He had a post going on FB in the usual older Subaru groups.

I’m going this year. Subafreak will be there. And probably a couple old names from this board. The Wicked Big Meet Lots of folks of all ages not just the hotrod would be rally racer kids. Next year I should have my 79 at the event. This year looking like the 94 is going. But you don’t need a vintage or limited production Subaru. Show up in whatever gets you there.

Ok put it to the test this weekend. I’ve got your ticket if you want to go to the Wicked Big Meet in Stafford. Send me a message if you want to go. I bought an extra one for a friend who can’t make it. This Sunday ! We can finally meet up after all these years of USMB Let me know.

Larry I’m holding off on taking on that car from our friends. I’ve got a few other vehicle issues to sort of before I take that one on. So if yours has to go don’t wait on me.

Sure , ten seconds of my life I’ll never get back …. ok all kidding aside , anybody find success with a wheel bearing using these? Our car doesn’t get used much lately so it’s been ok. The times I do/did drive it you can feel the mild grind but it’s not serious. I think Jesse is going to take my car in for a day of spa treatment later this month. I’m not opposed to getting an extractor. Just one more thing to do … getting older I’m more prone to pay for certain jobs.

I wouldn’t complain much about either of those prices given where we live. Yeah Perkins quoted $650 doing it while on the car. Subafreak is going to hook me up next few weeks. He’s way up in the other end of the state. And I’m lucky to get some of his time. But he’s a Subaru tech. Not sure who’s around down this end of the state. Used to be Angelo off exit 16 in Norwalk. Can’t think of any Subaru specially shops or side gigs from dealer techs like I used to have a small network of.

How soon does it have to go ? It keep threatening to take over a friend’s 98 Outback , pretty solid for up here but still from up here so I’d expect I’d want a bunch of stuff from under the vehicle. Still have never put one from that generation on the road. Tried to avoid them but I think I’m going to take this 98 on. Again, been threatening. He says name my price…. So I’m sure it’ll be cheap enough. Theirs is a manual shift. Love that. No longer need’s emissions here. So this car is good to go. You’re in COSprings?

Anybody install those “Limited Edition” production shocks that were sold by RA during a short period this past year. Their tag says A Service of Monroe Auto Equipment Co Side by side to the units that came out of my 79 4WD wagon these new units are about two inches shorter when compressed and also about 1/2 inch when expanded. The body of the newer units are slightly more stout. Taking a shot here even though the traffic isn’t what it once was. I’m just more and more sick of Fayse Dook, sorry about that.

I think you mentioned what to avoid already. More experienced folks may add but that’s the nutshell version. And that’s just my opinion. I’m not a mechanic. Long time user and abuser. And in that regard I can report I/we have had much success with the third generation Legacys. Personal preference is first gen but I can see where you’re daughter would gag at the thought. We currently have two third gen Legacys and one fourth gen “Outback” Legacy. They’re all ok but the more new the more difficult for the backyard guy to work on - and I think you’ll hear that option repeated. Praise to your wise daughter.

Any NON-Coupe windshield from any other 70’s car will work. But especially the “Stage 2” 1977 and 78,79 Tell your guys that and have them search again. Good luck.

I realize where you’re at but Jerry is a great guy and out there in the Cascades so I’m sure he can make a little time for you for one more inquiry. Hoping I get to shake his hand again this year. But that’s another story. Sorry , I don’t bother with much modding at all so I’m no help. But you made a good move getting away from the four speed. My opinion. Good luck.

Can only guess same as above from the metal.

This should sell some magnetic drain plugs.

So you’re wanting to show up back at the restaurant and hope to do a quick swap there and drive away ? Your choice but I drive nothing but older cars so I have AAA Plus - some years I use all allotted services. I recall similar issues that era. As I recall you can always use the smaller one in place of the larger. But I’m a user and abuser and not a mechanic. Get both and return the unused ?

Jess might just have an EA71 in his come to think of it. But it’s worth looking into.