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I call my GL-10, "The Draggin' Wagon." It has been named that ever since I started working on it year before last. Patrick

Well, Kudos to you on the great score(the car). I'm sorry that it gave you trouble. I have had that happen on my GL-10 before. It really sucked. Happened while trying to pass a slow vehicle on the highway. Hose blew, and come to think of it, acceleration was garbage right after that happened. It was a good thing that I was 2 minutes from home and was able to baby it there. Patrick

If the leak is at the manifold, I.E.: before the O2 sensor, yes. That means that the A/F ratio is probably going haywire. Definitely get the exhaust leak fixed, then if the problem still exists, you can troubleshoot from there. Just my 2 cents worth. Hope it helps. Patrick

I would certainly hope not!!! LOL Are you asking "Where" do you buy methanol? Patrick

What about putting the flex joint on the uppipe portion? Most exhaust leaks on the EA82Ts are because of flex at the turbo mounting flange. This should reduce the amount of stress applied to the header and mounting flanges. Either way, those are some butt-kicking headers! Kudos to you Good Sir! Oh I replied to your email reply. Patrick

Cool. I just wanted it verified by a pro. Thanks!!! Patrick

Hey Will, do you think it is possible to have 160-170 AWHP on a VF7? I have some big plans, which will also include a FMIC, larger diameter exhaust, larger injectors, etc. What do you think?

Oh yeah, I forgot about Red Line. Thanx for adding that. Patrick

I'd say go with Mobil1 Synthetic ATF or Royal Purple Max ATF(Synthetic). I am currently running the Royal Purple in my '96 Starlet Glanza V(Turbo) and have absolutely no complaints. Patrick

The fastest I have had my GL-10 up to was 107MPH on a backroad. I'm sure it might have been able to go faster, but I kinda ran out of straight road, so I had to slow down to make a curve. The RX is a little more aerodynamic than the GL-10 Wagon, plus it sits a bit lower, so I would think that it would go a bit faster than 105MPH with some mods. Patrick

Will, good to have you back bro. Your research and part finding ability are invaluable. Plus, I knew you deep down that you couldn't give up on the EA82T! Patrick

Don't use Bosch plugs. Subaru engines don't always like them. NGK or Nippon Denso plugs are what is generally recommended. I have never tried BERU plugs, but I have heard good things about them. Patrick

WELCOME to the Board!!! If you are looking for a fun coupe, I would suggest a Subaru SVX, XT6, or RX if you can find one. RX's have the EA82T engine, which isn't always a fun engine to work on if you ever decide to start modding. It is plagued by a host of problems and shortcomings, but if you have the time, cash, know-how, and a good, reliable tuner, CAN be made fast and reliable. So I guess it is safe to say that an SVX or XT6 is probably going to be your best choice for the older Subies. I personally am a wagon fan and own a 1988 GL-10 Wagon which has alot of mods, and also a 2002 WRX Wagon. You might also look into mid 90s Subaru Impreza coupes, in which you can easily swap alot of the later model motors into. All depends on your taste in Subarus and how far you are wanting to go with the vehicle. Anyway, welcome aboard and I sincerely hope that you find what you are looking for. Patrick

Hey, that's great! I have a couple of questions for you Steveman09. 1. How much boost are you running? 2. Are you running an aftermarket fuel pump? 3. What is the duty cycle like with the Nissan injectors? 4. What do you have the fuel pressure adjusted to? I am just wondering. I have some plans to put into motion when I get back Stateside and just need to have a couple of things verified. My plans are probably going to include a Greddy E-Manage Ultimate, a Profec A(EBC), and some custom exhaust work. I'd greatly appreciate any help that you can lend. Patrick

If you're talking engine longevity, Lets see, Hmmmmm.....: 1. Heat 2. Turbocharger location 3. Restrictive exhaust 4. Lack of intercooler 5. Lack of BPV 6. Thin cylinder walls 7. Revving engine to redline 8. Only 36psi max of fuel pressure stock 9. Overheating the motor 10. All aluminum block 11. When your mods overtake what the fuel system can provide.... Etc., etc., etc.............the list could go on forever. Basically, abusing these engines without the proper maintanence or tuning will kill them, with the quickness. Patrick

Hey, Welcome To the Board!!!! If you are looking for another engine, and would like to just drop a used engine in, might I recommend: http://www.asapmotors.com/shipping.htm They have pretty decent prices on longblocks as well as on shipping. Again, Welcome to The Board! Patrick

Ooops! After looking at the link, I was able to answer my own question. Not Enkei, but looks close. Still some darn good lookin' wheels. Patrick

Hey Will, are those ol' Skool Enkei's? They look just like the enkei wheels that alot of the drifters put on the 180SXs over here. I like the look of those wheels, but I think I am going to hold out for some Scorpions. Nice find though. Looks like you won't have too many problems with traction after you get them mounted. Patrick

Will, THANK YOU VERY MUCH for your years of hard work and R & D time. You have gone above and beyond to create a Fast and Reliable EA82T. My hat goes off to you my friend. You are truly an inspiration. I'll go down to the store and buy a half gallon of moo juice, and pour some out for your project(I quite drinking alcohol). Thank You. Patrick

Here is exactly what you said. I justwant to know what your views are on this turbocharger, and what would make people not want to use the compressor?

Well what you just said, and the statement you made earlier make no sense. Go back and read what you posted. What does," nobody would use the Thunderbird compressor," have to do with making the point of RHB5s not having the same internals? I appologized. I will not do it again. I just want to know exactly WHY nobody would use the RHB5 from a Thunderbird? It seems like a perfectly good turbo to me.

Dude, did I not just appologize like 6 posts ago? Geez, I started out talking about VJ11s and VF7s, and I made no mention of the VF1. You brought that into the conversation my friend, and seem as though you can't let it go. Chill Bro! It's not that serious.

Oh yeah, and you still didn't answer my question. What is wrong with the Turbocharger from a Thunderbird?

Well last I checked, we weren't talking about a turbo from an EA-81. I have a VF7 on an EA82T. And when I tell you I put the compressor housing from the VJ11 on my turbo, I'm not lying to you.

So what you are saying is that I couldn't bolt the housings from one RHB5 onto another? If you say yes, you had better check your facts a bit closer. When I had the two RHB5s side by side, the looked the same. I took the compressor housings off to eyeball the compressor wheels, and swapped the Probe GT housing on just to see if it would fit. And guess what? It did. So where did you get the "you can't swap housings without rotating parts" from? And as long as the compressor blades fit the new housing without rubbing, and the new housing bolts on the same as the old one, where is the problem? The RHB5 turbo from the Probe had been rebuilt 4 months prior to the car I pulled it off of getting wrecked(I talked with the previous owner). So maybe I got some kind of hybrid or something, as I have no idea who or where he had rebuild it, but the compressor housing did fit on my VF7. And why would people not want to use the Thunderbird compressor? That is a very troubling statement. The RHB5 from the Thunderbird was(note I said "was") one of the most popular turbochargers to fab onto a Civic for a budget turbo kit. This was back when the turbo craze began. What is wrong with them? Now I do agree, however, with the RHB5 compressors having different trim specs, so you are correct in that aspect. Yes I said it. You were right and I was wrong. That had totally slipped my mind. IHI provided different trims for different applications and engine displacements. They were all made for optimal power output and performance for the engine that it was to be installed on. So you get kudo points for that. Patrick