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  1. carfreak85
    NM, figured it out, I think. FSM is basically no help in finding the clockspring pinouts.
  2. carfreak85
    You olny need the EA82 flywheel/bolt spacers if you want to use the EA82 clutch. (This is what I did) What color is your interior?
  3. carfreak85
    For some reason I can't copy/paste on this particular computer, but I'll give you directions: On the main forum page, scroll all the way to the bottom, looking for the "Ultimate Subaru Repair Manual." Click "Transmission, Axle, and Brakes." Look for "EA81 automatic to 5 speed manual." The really good write up is called "Complete Recipe: EA81 auto->manual." Do a search for this one.
  4. carfreak85
    Either you broke the cable, or you didn't plug it back into the cluster all the way.
  5. carfreak85
    I literally write the service documentation for commercial diesel engines used in big rigs. The recommended oil change interval for our engines is 30-75,000 miles, depending on duty cycle (vocational is 30k mi, line haul is 75k mi). We specifically DO NOT allow supplemental oil additives, we do not allow "top offs," as long as you want to maintain your factory powertrain warranty.
  6. carfreak85
    PATRIK SANDELL FOR THE WIN!!! Unfortunately David Higgins retired before the end of the second day...
  7. carfreak85
    Anyone? Point me to the right page in the FSM, at least!
  8. carfreak85
    There is a thread in the USRM that pretty thoroughly explains the parts you need and the modifications you need to make to the vehicle. I've done this swap using this how-to and it is stupid easy, as long as you have all the right parts. The how-to says you can't keep the cruise control, but I did, not hard at all.
  9. carfreak85
    You shouldn't have to chase threads on a brand new part though...
  10. carfreak85
    I need to adjust the throttle cable in my car but the part of the sleeve that clips to the firewall is broken, rendering any adjustment useless. If any members live outside the US, would you please run this part number for me to see if its still active? 37114FA070 - Throttle cable This is the part number for a 1993 WRX Type-RA throttle cable, but I'm not 100% that is what is on this car. (It's not a EA82 or EA82T cable, that is certain.)
  11. carfreak85
    The spectator guide is up!
  12. carfreak85
    I'm installing an aftermarket steering wheel in my RX-RA and was wondering if anyone knew the pinouts on the 3-pin electrical connector on the clock spring of a cruise control equipped EA82? I looked in the FSM, but it wasn't obvious in the electrical section. I would just ground each pin to test for the horn honk, but I was already having issues with the horn in this car. Thanks in advance!
  13. carfreak85
    In Shelton, WA this coming weekend. I was at the Oregon Trail Rally last month and had a great time! It would be fun to meet some of the other local members, maybe have our own little meet and greet/BBQ? Any takers?
  14. carfreak85
    JiggsCasey, we should meet up some time for a photo shoot with our two red coupes!
  15. carfreak85
    YMMV, but urethane needs more frequent maintenance than rubber bushings. Another trick it to wrap the anti-roll bar in Teflon tape before you install the bushings. This should outlast any grease, but will still need to be replaced every so often.
  16. carfreak85
    Make sure you continue to lube those puppies. Urethane really doesn't like to be installed in twisting applications (such as sway bar mounting bushings). They prefer compression forces and will eventually start to squeak and wear our in a rotational application, unless lubed frequently.
  17. carfreak85
    Jeff, sent you a private message. I'm in Seattle as well.
  18. carfreak85
    Same color as my 87! Pics of the damage?
  19. carfreak85
    Do you mind sharing the landed cost of those two gaskets?
  20. carfreak85
    Gloyale, I can promise you that isn't the case. An oil-soaked mat that close to the exhaust is an extreme fire risk and NHTSA would never allow that (I work hand-in-hand with both NHTSA and the warranty department for an OEM). The fact that oil drips onto it is coincidence.
  21. carfreak85
    The felt is for heat and noise abatement.
  22. carfreak85
    Those look cheap, and I'm not talking price either.
  23. carfreak85
    Subaru Scott, I'm sorry but no strut or shock, from any manufacturer, will last the life of a vehicle. OP, most struts start to wear out between 60-100k miles. The car don't have to bounce for the suspension to be worn out. It's mostly a "feel" thing, but if you've got the suspension off the car, there should be resistance when you try compressing the strut and it should try to rebound after you release it.
  24. carfreak85
    4th of.........?
  25. carfreak85
    Any 4WD rear axle from an EA81 chassis built from 1980 through 1989, but ONLY from an EA81. The joints are interchangeable, AFAIK, but the axle shaft lengths may be different on the EA71/EA82 chassis.
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