Bucky92

The XT6 engine is an ER27 146 hp ( I love my XT6 but they that motor does have its issues)...A board member has done the swap into a Loyale and it does have its issues...one being cooling..there is no room for the radiator so he had to do some mods and still has some cooling issues ( Look for a member Loyale 2.7 Turbo ) I am not sure about the tranny.

Not yet...I have 2 taking a second closer look today just to check a couple concerns...Trying not to keep my hopes up since I usually get shot down..but should know in a matter of hours.

I am actually looking for an EA81 version

Just curious...Has anyone figured out the usual cause for the digi- dash failures? Has anyone tried to fix one? Does anyone have a bad one already pulled that they may want to part with ? I want to take one apart and "play" Since I have been in electronics since 1990 and many many certs...I thought maybe I can come up with something..I have fixed my husbands battery back-up for his puter..fixed a VW instrument cluster before. There is also a method to my madness...but since it isnt 100% set in stone yet I wont say anything

That is truely a very very nice wagon:grin: The rack looks good!

I kinda like having a kinda rare Subaru..around here there are TONS of new Subarus..about every 5th car is an Outback Lego Forgetser or Imppy...but to see an EA82 or and EA81 is rare let alone a Justy ...The Brats and XTs are almost nill..I think in the 5 years I have lived in CT I can count on 1 hand the Brats I have seen here...and same for XTs...I actually see a fair amount of SVXs though..probably 3-4 a month

No way I will take my Imp off road yet..nope nada aint gonna happen:grin: Carlisle I probably doubt will happen..the XT6 is dead in the water..mice got him bad and now has a major electrical problem and I probably wont pursue fixing him anymore:-\ . Wont know for a couple days yet what is going on with the 83 GL-10 coupe that Rob should be looking at for me ( unless he wants it for himself.) and even then I doubt it would be on this side of the pond by then. I wont show a brand new car..just is pointless to me.Plus there is a member that if I see them face to face there WILL be a fight. Monday I am going graveyard at work so who knows...I am holding out cause I AM going to WCSS10 if I go anywhere this year...More to see a couple friends then anything.

Happy Subarus!!!! I will trade you though..well no..I guess I like the snow now cause my Imp is just so much fun to drive in it.Its the cold I hate ..tomorrow a high if 18 whooohooo:-\ . I hope you went out to play alittle..evn in just a dusting its always fun to play

Happy New Year Everyone...May we all let the bad of 2007 go and look forward to a great 2008: OH and by popular demand...I got voted the Chili Master ...by everyone in Tommys Family...and have to make a large batch for tomorrows happenings...needless to say..my house smells awesome right now ( slow cooking is the key)

I dont like you;) :-p Thats a pretty wagon....I have a thing for white EA82 wagons...Needs a lift kit and off road lights

I know kinda what you are feeling Zap... I tossed the jump pack on my XT6..threw in some gas and seafoam..started it up and took him out for a romp. I forgot what a blast that car is to drive...There was even snow on the ground and road salt:eek: ( and I promised Rocky he would never see that eveil stuff again) ..Didnt get him muddy like you did the Brat..but he is dirty. I have been just running my 08 Impreza Holly and raving about how awesome she is to drive..But something about Rockys bad clutch..noisy exhaust..and 20y/o design..too much fun..Gots to love our oldies along with our new ones.

Hey Now!!!!! I happen to have an 08 Impreza 5 door..and an XT6..OH Good Lordy!!! I own 2 of the Ugliest Subarus made!!! :-p

You know..I was going through some pictures...and I really miss my Loyale too...Been starting to think about parting out my XT6 instead of getting the frame fixed..and looking for another EA82 wagon:-\ Funny how they grow on you

We will be leaving either later today or early tomorrow. Have some stuff to do around here..Daeron I have yourr number in my celly and will be giving you a buzz when we get down there. I should be able to get puter access down there ( I will DIE I say without my boards). But if now I want to wish EVERYONE a Happy Holiday! May your lives be filled with joy and love..And I am sending my heart out to those who may be alone or lonely or troubled this time of year.

I would worry more about the AT..they are prone to torque bind

Getting back on topic: I wuld love to see some pics of this car:grin: ( I have EA82 wagon lust) And I can also say..I have well into the $2K mark so far invested in my ratty old XT6 and alot more planned ( frame repair etc)..all going into a car that will doubtfully make the true collector list and go up in value...I do it cause I want to and its a cool car.

coolant temp sensor They have a bad habit of having the wire harness and connector going into it get corroded ..When this happens it can cause some interesting issues ( cause the ecu is confused since it uses the cts basically as settings like a choke would do). The sensor itself does go bad sometimes ..but its usually the plug first..you can try cleaning it..feel for brittle wires ( cause the corrosion will go out the wires aways)..I its too bad and the wires feel brittle just snip it off back to where it feels good...splice new wires and a new T connector on. As for the tranny..check your gear oil:)

If its an AT..there is your problem..those 3ATs are good for nothing but boat anchors

Some people cannot understand the sentimental value of a car..to them its JUST a car.. I have had some very sentimental cars..one I recently let go of to a good home ( a 92 Loyale wagon) One of the others sits in my driveway with a dead battery ( my 88 XT6) Some thought I was crazy to dump the kind of money I have so far into a rotted out old XT6...that still needs a ton more...but the way I look at it is..Its my money I will spend it as I want. GD is an opinionated a$$ ( look by his avatar..he even admits to it ) But he also knows his stuff when something breaks.But his presentation needs some work.Usually I just ignore his comments like that.

Sounds like it is time to find yourself another..there are some nice homeless ones out there!!

Ben..you could have a cracked vac line??Is it just not blowing strong? Or just poor heat..if its poor heat back flush the core

I was going to say the same thing ( sitting at dealer waiting for oil change ..check up and aux port install and playing on thier puter). Arent the easy fixes great!

With the exception of the rear quarter I would say..semi easy fix..and if the price is right...you betchyour sweet patooties its a good deal..actually thats a pretty car..on the pass side:grin:

OK There are some other differences besides the sheet metal though;) some suspension changes and there is more room in the car then previous years. And I am with you..I wouldnt buy a Focus POS either. But the Impreza is the lowest priced AWD car on the market

Guess I am the only one who has grown to really like this body style ( could be cause I own one:rolleyes: ) But around here I am seeing the new style popping up like crazy...and more of the 5 door then the sedan. Reveeen..where are you getting your numbers?? A base model Imp Sedan starts in the 16K (before dealer fee) and the base 5 dorr starts in the $17K range...Even mine which is the base model 2.5i with some accessories ...rubber heavy duty floor mats,rear bumper guard,roof rack,cargo tray,cargo nets,molded splash guards and the extended warrentee..was still under $22K. I would wait till you see one in person with an open mind before judging the car...You can go back and look at my posts and see I hated it at first ..until I stopped looking at pictures and actually saw one..And even my first sighting I still didnt like it cause my mind was still clouded by all the bad feedback coming from the picture.I mean ,honestly, those who know me, would you really expect ME to go get one? I have no regrets about getting mine..and am happy I went with the 08 instead of the 07 or older..for multiple reasons. As for the STi..I have to take my 2.5i in tommorrow for its first oil change and service. I am hoping they have one there and if they do I will get pictures with my good camera.( MY dealership loves me and lets me do about anything I want there:grin: )