kaiyson Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 I am about to buy a Subaru Brat, either a 78 or 79, but I don't have much of an idea on what to do with it. I plan on sanding down frame and body to try and get rid of any rust first, but I don't know whether or not I should keep the original engine, an EA71, or if I should do an engine and tranny swap. I plan on driving it on the road and in the desert, any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 See if its a pain to get running on the stock engine. See if you can sort that out before you even start any body work. If you can, drive it some. If you are dying for more power and work and have the time and money go for it. If not, they aren't half bad stock usually. Post a few photos too, we can judge a little but its ultimately up to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O.C.D. Posted February 28, 2012 Share Posted February 28, 2012 From a noobs perspective on EA71 Brats I am satisfied with the power. Seems to pull the Brat around nicely. But this is my first Brat and EA71. As mentioned though, depends on what you want. I am content to keep her going with this engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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