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I watched a few videos of people buying a 90's Subaru and just pulling the whole wiring and making it work from there. One had a couple of dudes using the manual on the wiring from the original on a book and comparing it to the donor cars wiring and deleting what was not necessary to their application. It seems less difficult but more attention to detail oriented but its definitely a possibility. I also did a search for similar sized motors (U.S.) and transmissions in the small diesel area, for gigles. I found that its also not impossible but an extreme modification (chassis, axle, suspension, mounts , cuts , wiring, ect) its out of my comfort zone and not seeming worth it value wise for a vehicle like this. Basically you might as well get a different vehicle if you wanted that route. Just thought it was interesting to research on while the thought was there. The ej series seems like the best option for my capabilities though so if needed i think i may go that route. Apparently there was a EA-81S with dual carburetor set up,that caught my attention and the little crazy in me kinda wants that but at the same time i cant find much about it.

@tylertrend im not disagreeing and you have a point. I like my ea81 alot, I like my c/w carb . The fact is that I dont make alot of money and finding some of the parts to keep them both running is just not an option for me forever and sooner or later all ea81s will be impossible to keep running with out a ton of machines and being able to re create parts like the oil pump. Maby the next 4-5 years sure i can keepem going, I have 2 mostly blocks with hitachi setups (1 good carb out of the 2) and my current with the c/w. I have one more manual 4spd but thats it. In my area ive picked what there is that was any good for the most part. Im not saying im going to switch to the ej22 immediately, i like my brat with the simple ea81 alot, im just thinking of a more parts available engine at a lower cost for the same body, thats all heck ive even considered some smaller diesel engines. Theres nothing wrong with making a 30+ year old car more modern, reliable or safer. While keeping the original look. Completely stock may be your way of life, personaly I like making a modified restorations that I can enjoy. Thats the best part about "tinkering", restoring, or being a hobbyist, there are no wrong ways to do anything as long as in the end you are happy with your creation right? You are not starting a war though you do you man On a futher note! Thank you @naru2, I looked at my egr valve and it was super gunked up. I tightened a couple of bolts that were hidden on the carb and ran some cleaner through it . It runs like a champ now thanks you your tips. I also changed the o2 sensor and a few other sensors around and its just like "new" next i need to adress the muffler/exaust system because i found a "weak"spot(aka a razor going through a section) ,but for now its fine. thank you!

I guess "boxers" have their exaust at the bottom... i feel generally dumb for not realizing that.... still curious about how the turbo mounts though i think it was the ej22 or something that might work with very little modifications. correct me if i am wrong, im sure i am.

I mean the weber/carter currently seems ok, it idles around 8-900 rpm warm and cold idles at 2000 like recommend. On the idle it raises and lowers slightly but not alot. i have a problem with stopping the engine, i turn the switch off and it will wind down than try to start its self or keep going, its strange . It its in good timing and the whole "spark" system is prety new (coil, distributor, cap, rotor, plugs , wires , ect.)and battery is also new. so last on the list to figure it out was the carb. I was told by a teacher/family member that works at intelitech to check timing and rebuild the carb or clean the injectors with some stuff. Its an odd problem to me, it only happens on warmer days or after a longer drive over 100 miles. The electrical around the car is not the best but most of what i found has been fixed. Its my daily driver project im still learning for sure but so far i believe the carb is why it has that issue. I can take the carb off and just make sure its sealed good, im wondering if i can just get a sheat of gasket making material and just make some gaskets for it? I did that in the past on another off car i had and it worked fine. I will take a look at that though! The 84, does it have the ea81 in it? Im curious and wondering how the oem style turbo goes in there. The exaust comes out the bottom not leaving tons of room to pipe it in my mind anyway. Unless its like a huge loop around the back of the engine. Also being that ea81s are pretty much obsolete, eventually there will have to be a transplant and i was looking into other engines but none really stand out to be as simple to work on or available to just mount to the current 4spd i have. Have you had any ideas on what you are going to do way down the road?

You are not kidding! The rebuild kit on that thing is close to new carb price..... why? Thank you though now i have a model name/number and a wake up on it. Might aswell go weber 32/36 ...... its a bit easier to maintain through time seince the parts are still available and more affordable.... THANK YOU @naru2 What vehicle are you working on? If you dont mind me asking.

I wish it was that easy, its out of stock on orileys. More than likely they wont get them in anytime. I called a week ago because i found that but got a bad response. Thank you though @naru2

I like my weber/carter but i cannot sorce a rebuild kit. I have a 2nd motor with a Hitachi intake manifold so i may go 32/36 weber in the future(the Hitachithat was attachedis in terrible condition rusty and corroded out sides and non moving internals and just plain "toast" im usingit as a learning tool). Im just wanting to find a kit for the one i have on the engine right now also. If anyone has any info on where I can find or aquire the kit to rebuild and possibly where i can find the model numbers on the weber/carter i have please let me know im new to the Subaru game but i am in love with my ea81's.

I have the parts most of them in doubles, thank you for the reminder though. Between my frends dad and my friend who use to work on brats here in the US on his own, and some locals who still have non running parts cars, i have most of the parts i need to make the ea81 in my Brat live a while longer

@el_freddo It certainly does! Im very new to the Subaru way and it confused me still. I appreciate the information so much. I do have a spare ea81 on the way that came with the deal.i will get a better look at what you are talking about when i rebuild that one, as a just in case and understanding Subaru. It runs but it wont stay running on idle or stop.. i havent checked compression but i will when i start looking at the hitachi? Carburetor for this weekend. Its a fun little ride 4wd works, lights, heater(sorta has rusty valve and stays open) im impressed so far. Im originaly a ford/mopar guy and this little brat deserves the love too. Anyway sorry for ranting im just super excited on my project daily driver. Thank you for clearing that up for me @el_freddo im sure i will have more questions. And while im rebuilding the spare ea81 maby some one else will want information

Ok, i know this is an older board and i hope some one can help me. Im very confused on the ea81 i have in my 82 Brat. I called Subaru in pueblo Colorado, they cant get a timing belt because they stop at 86. I asked to speak with a person who could help me find a solution and a male party told me it was a dual belt.... i see on this form it is a gear drive. Its all adding up to be more complicated than it needs to be. I have called all the stores to find belts and theres "no such thing" but some of the mechanics i called said it was belt drive too "if they remember correctly" does anyone have a photo or something of a ea81 being a belt, chain, gear? I want to believe gear but i just get so many different answers. I dont want to rip out the engine at this time because i dont have seals and stuff to put it back in quick. This whole thing started with a co worker saying the timing belts go out so fast or often. I bought the car a week ago and i love the lil brat. But now im worried i wont find a simple part (belt,chain) if it goes out and i have to park it till i can afford a swap.