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  1. bendecker
    Looks nice, but the last shot shows an interior that needs quite a bit of work.
  2. bendecker
    If you want a removable roof rack, the Yakima 1A system works well for me. I also have an extra set of towers if you are interested.
  3. bendecker
    Where in the world did you find them?
  4. bendecker
    I can't count the number of times I've looked for a diagram like that. THANK YOU!!!!!! Minor suggestion -- any chance of adding the center bore to the diagram? :-) [ Edit: your original build thread is freakin' awesome! I don't know why I missed that diagram in it.... Oh well ]
  5. bendecker
    While you are at it, look for a leaky butterfly valve. That's where mine recently started to stink. Gas was dribbling out the side of the carb through the worn-out bushing.
  6. bendecker
    Not mine, but your 360 may be right here: http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/3734728631.html
  7. bendecker
    Keep an eye out on Peugeot boards as well. I found 5 steelies for $125.00 that way. The alloys are valued far more in the Pug world than the steelies, so owners are tending to hold onto them more and the prices are going up faster. Constant vigilance is the way.
  8. bendecker
    Were the 280ZX cranks a plug n' play, or was modification needed? Those things are readily available new and if they're a direct drop-in, that is really good to know.
  9. bendecker
    Saw your pic in another thread, Doug. REALLY nice! BTW, mine turned out great. Unfortunately, my Brat is currently in the garage with stuff from a ton of 1/2 finished projects piled high in the back. As soon as that changes, I'm going to pull it out for a picture of the dam -- glassed, painted and installed. Then.... I'm ordering some semblance of a decal to go across the front.
  10. bendecker
    I'm so bummed you're going to stop production, but fully understand. I'm just glad I could squeak my way in for the very last Gen1 Lift kit. I've been staring at an icon for a bookmark to the thread about them on my computer's desktop for years. It's kind of weird deleting it, but I'm glad I got FINALLY off my a** and made the purchase. Thanks, again, and the very best of luck to you and your family.
  11. bendecker
    I was seriously considering getting some 185/80R13's a couple of years ago. There were only two brands I could find. Then it dawned on me that if I ever hit a pothole (sorry, Nip...), I'd be screwed if those two manufacturers stopped making them. Major bummer, because that was a great size tire for a bit more diameter. In short, get a size that everyone makes and you're golden for a while.
  12. bendecker
    +1 to the indoor storage. And, it's been a long time since I've seen a dash that nice. Amazing car.
  13. bendecker
    A relative of mine just picked up some steel pugs for my '81 Brat. I likely won't get them down here for a while (it's a distance thing), but, my understanding is that spacers in the back for larger tires will likely be needed. In short, the spacers tip is great, maestro. BTW, you can pick up a cheap ball joint press at harbor freight that would likely work fine if you're like me and will not be using it daily in a professional setting. http://www.harborfreight.com/ball-joint-service-kit-for-2wd-and-4wd-vehicles-4065.html
  14. bendecker
    Great post. And thanks for making the video. Well done. BTW, if you're like me and will likely only use a ball joint tool like this once, there's one at harbor freight (with all the normal disclaimers about "not for daily professional use") for a reasonable price: http://www.harborfreight.com/ball-joint-service-kit-for-2wd-and-4wd-vehicles-4065.html
  15. bendecker
    Sweet! Take good care of her and she'll never let you down.
  16. bendecker
    Great thread! BTW, if you ever decide you don't want the fan to run all the time, but want it to come on a bit earlier, check out the part in JesZek's guide where it talks about a "Cooler Temp Thermoswitch" http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/125754-easy-guide-on-five-steps-to-twin-electric-fans-swap/ The one he researched fits into an ea82 radiator for sure. I don't know about a Gen1, but it's on my list of stuff to try someday. In a different thread, I found "hayden 3647 fan controller costs $20-25 USD at O'rielly's and can be set anywhere between 160-210 degrees F": http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/123869-cooler-temp-thermoswitch/ Keep the pics coming. The one of your kid in the back is awesome!
  17. bendecker
    If there was any way I could talk my wife into getting a go-kart Brat, I would be all over it! That thing is sweet. What year is your real Brat? Mine's an '81 and I've had it since 1982 and 26k miles (185k now)
  18. bendecker
    More pics...?
  19. bendecker
    Awesome!!!! Keep the pics coming!
  20. bendecker
    I don't know if it's what you are looking for, but I'm making a wind dam for people in the back seat out of fiberglassed plywood and a Yakima 1A roof rack. It's getting close to being done (look at the last picture) and it works really, really well. http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/136709-brat-diy-back-seat-wind-dam/ Also, I made brackets when I put the rear seats back in (they were removed years earlier for cargo space) that bolt in for easy removal. This is an old pic. They are now painted and look great:
  21. bendecker
    BTW, I had my kids ride in the back at 60mph before I started glassing it. They were really happy with the difference. There is still some ambient wind, but the head-numbing hurricane was completely gone.
  22. bendecker
    Progress! Rounded corners, smooth edges, fiberglass, bondo, spot putty and primer. Nice smooth transitions to the mounting spacers: Next: white paint and some type of "SUBARU" or "BRAT" with a logo in black. I'll either make a stencil or get vinyl banner sticker made.
  23. bendecker
    Just to chime in from a no-salt area (Southern California). I have three Subies -- '81, '93, '96 and no real issues to speak of. I attribute it to lack of salt, plain and simple. Ironically, the only car I've ever had rust like crazy was my first truck, a Chevy LUV. We did live by the coast at the time, but cancer at 90k miles was pathetic. That one I blame on cheap metal and a crappy factory paint job.
  24. bendecker
    "He's in a Subaru, Don! He ain't getting stuck!" - lol
  25. bendecker
    I wanted a very snug fit in the front and the wind deflectors out there are pretty expensive. Also, this thing is not going anywhere. It's locked down tight. Again, I do like the plasti-dip idea. If I go with side pieces (not for lack of lift, which should be a non-issue, but for increased air deflection), fiberglass will still be a structurally sound way to attach them and it can still be painted or plasti-dipped.
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