BeefaRu Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Hey gang, Who wants to open a transmission lab to drop an RX full time dual range from 3.7 to 4.11? Solo scientist or lab group... whoever is interested, but I think its about time we figured this out. I believe I can get my hands on one right here in town as early as monday or tuesday. We need the legacy parts and you guys probably know better than I, but I believe 90-92 may have the best chance of fitting. We can just forge ahead with parts, or.....ShawnW if you can access the builder through your channels to find out, that would help immensely. Through my channels, I can probably access one of his kids and they may know something. Chime in guys and let me know. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeneralDisorder Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Too bad your in CO - I've got lots of time on my hands right now, and I would be up for it. Anyway - post your findings I'm sure we will all be interested. If you could also put in the 1.59:1 low range gear set (or at least see if it fits) that would be awesome. GD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry DeMoss Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 I am ready to get my hands dirty! Let me know what I can do.I am a pretty good junkyard rat so let me know if I need to look for anything in particular.I am excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffast Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 eh i'm interisted in the results, let me know when you plan to do stuff and i'll pitch in, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoahDL88 Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 I have an RX box at my 'rents house, but there in San D and i'm in Sea-towne. so i'm out, but i have the "hard" tansmission to find. i'll do what i can from Seattle, but i still need at least 2 transmissions first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 I have an RX box already but you definately should obtain the one you have a lead on in case mine is toasted. I need to do a similar swap for JMR052 so I obviously am up for it. I just need a 4.11 legacy to crack along side it. I would love some help figuring it out. I can't do it this weekend but maybe next? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phizinza Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 If you could also put in the 1.59:1 low range gear set (or at least see if it fits) that would be awesome. Some guys here in Australia have used that gearset in Liberty AWD boxes, so I assume it would fit with little to no modifications. Give it a go, AWD with center diff lock and a good low range would be nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffast Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 hey shawn pm me when your gonna do it my subaru sense is telling me to go with the good karma around this build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeefaRu Posted September 30, 2006 Author Share Posted September 30, 2006 I am ready to get my hands dirty! Let me know what I can do.I am a pretty good junkyard rat so let me know if I need to look for anything in particular.I am excited! Jerry, we need legacy parts. Shawn is mostly likely to know the specific ones. Can we avoid having to buy 2-3 complete legacy trannys to get this done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry DeMoss Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Some guys here in Australia have used that gearset in Liberty AWD boxes, so I assume it would fit with little to no modifications. Give it a go, AWD with center diff lock and a good low range would be nice. Thanks for the added insite.It is re-assuring to hear that.I apreciate the input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 I have my RX tranny in good shape and I would be willing to put it out and have it pulled apart to have a 4:11 stuffed into it... and maybe a NA low range as well;) I'll see if I can't dig up some other parts either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
All_talk Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 This old thread may be some good reading to start with, pics too. http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=15410&highlight=anybody+inside+these+trans Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKrazy Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 You know I'm super interested in making this happen. I know nothing about these transmissions to really help but I can stand around and watch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Sometimes helping is just moral support, helping carry stuff to the washers, check the FSM's etc. Ill be honest I don't want a huge crowd for this as it gets very distracting. Just a team of maybe 3-5 people be okay and once we get it figured out then maybe do more people around so it goes faster? I also have a 3.9 D/R 5 speed tranny torn apart in pieces so we could snag the low out of it if its possible. Mostly we just need a Legacy 5spd 4.11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeefaRu Posted September 30, 2006 Author Share Posted September 30, 2006 ..Ill be honest I don't want a huge crowd for this as it gets very distracting. Just a team of maybe 3-5 people be okay and once we get it figured out then maybe do more people around so it goes faster? I also have a 3.9 D/R 5 speed tranny torn apart in pieces so we could snag the low out of it if its possible. Mostly we just need a Legacy 5spd 4.11. Shawn...low out of the 3.9.....this just keeps better & better!! I need to take my car in next week. Mechanic usually has 4.11's hanging around. I'll see if there's anything available for us. I agree with keeping # of people down, and not to sound like a slacker, but I need to knuckle down on a book someone is ready to put 10grand down on for publishing...if I'd just write it. So I thought I'd get the "lab rat" tranny, let the scientists get to work, and just poke my head in every now & then for an update. Of course I can & am willing to do more if you need me to, but I'm happy to stay out of the way & help in any way I can. --E Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted September 30, 2006 Share Posted September 30, 2006 Shawn, even though I haven't had one of these manual trannies apart, I'd be willing to lend a hand with it. I've rebuilt a few other manual transmissions, like VW 5-speeds and Chevys as well. I might be able to supply a Impreza AWD 5-speed but I don't know what the final drive ratio is.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeefaRu Posted October 3, 2006 Author Share Posted October 3, 2006 Good news gang, Got an RX today, $300 for all but wheels & water pump from the guy who works on my car, which is great, but EVEN BETTER...... He called the builder of my wagon and took down the recipe for my transmission......and.....he said he has all the tranny parts we need to make it happen. Lights.......... Curtain........ And now......(drumroll)........ The mysterious massively mixed RX to 4:11 transmission parts list: CASE: RX full time/diff lock - or... XT6 case may work RING & PINION: Legacy -- grind/shave ring gear to fit into the RX box 1ST, 2ND, REVERSE-BOTH SIDES: Standard hi/lo loyale/GL 1st,2nd, reverse Pinion tube of legacy TRANSFER CASE: (only if changing from diff lock to legacy viscous LSD) Legacy xfer case Legacy viscous coupler OPTIONAL: Forester 5th gear If doing legacy viscous coupler, diff lock vacume system can be re-used to engage low range with button instead of lever arm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry DeMoss Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 WOW!!! That is awsome! I am glad you found out.I can't wait.Atleast now it is not like a stab in the dark! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 Nicely done. Lets do this thing! Let me see if I can clear out Saturday morning and early afternoon (gotta leave by 3:30) Requested Recruits will be PM'd. Please dont be upset if you arent asked I want to keep #'s down for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank B Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 Take pictures and document every little thing PLEASE!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WJM Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 *IF* the ONLY thing I want...is the Legacy Viscous coupler in the center....what do I need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caboobaroo Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 Take pictures and document every little thing PLEASE!! +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShawnW Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 *IF* the ONLY thing I want...is the Legacy Viscous coupler in the center....what do I need? From what I have heard the RX viscous coupler is much more durable but of course a lot harder to find. Ill keep it in mind as we build them though...how to do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WJM Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 From what I have heard the RX viscous coupler is much more durable but of course a lot harder to find. Ill keep it in mind as we build them though...how to do that. what? RXs are FT-lockable...not a VC center diff....I want the VC since it is more useable daily and on track/autox course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKrazy Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Good news gang, Got an RX today, $300 for all but wheels & water pump from the guy who works on my car, which is great, but EVEN BETTER...... Good work Eric on finding the RX and getting the magic mixture outta of the builder of your car so we at least have something to go off of. Oh notice that Eric didn't say he bought the RX for him and in total it's $350 since I wanted it as complete as possible, (without towing, though we might try and just drive it back, working that out over the next few days) Trans from it will go to Eric if the other deal falls through and I get my parts car I've been looking for! Eric - actually just got off the phone with my brother-in-law and he is coming down to denver this week and can bring his trailer and go get the car for us more than likely. Going to call me back tomorrow and let me know when/if can do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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