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by subarutility
Sat Feb 07, 2009 12:37 pm
Forum: Suspension - Shocks, Springs and Upgrades
Topic: Is this dodgy?
Replies: 6
Views: 2989

You can't slot the tops of the struts, there is no room for movement. Adjustable strut tops are proving hard to find. Someone from Pedders told me that they 'toe out' the alignment on L series to counter the positive camber. Anyone heard of this? How would that make a difference? If it proves viable...
by subarutility
Fri Feb 06, 2009 11:58 pm
Forum: Trouble Shooting
Topic: My Lseries Died
Replies: 13
Views: 4518

If your valves hit the pistons when the timing belt snaps then the engine is known as a 'interference engine'. Luckily for you the EA82 isn't. Buy a new belt, water pump (examin the old one first, you may not need one), ditto with the oil pump. I don't think replacing the oil pump is a guaranteed wa...
by subarutility
Wed Feb 04, 2009 11:18 pm
Forum: Suspension - Shocks, Springs and Upgrades
Topic: Is this dodgy?
Replies: 6
Views: 2989

Is this dodgy?

Hi, Like most L series owners I have wound up my front struts to maxium and have gained more ground clearance, however I now have approx 1.5 - 2 degrees positive camber, which will not only wear out my new tyres, but will provide poor handling. I am thinking of elongating (slotting) the hole where m...
by subarutility
Tue Nov 18, 2008 12:50 pm
Forum: Conversions, Modifications and Performance Upgrades
Topic: LPG EJ conversion - pros cons?
Replies: 14
Views: 5754

I think that when the LPG is pumped and stored in your tank it is liquid from, so may weigh the same as petrol.
by subarutility
Tue Nov 18, 2008 12:43 pm
Forum: Conversions, Modifications and Performance Upgrades
Topic: Certification for fitting EJ22 or EJ25 to L-series
Replies: 23
Views: 7347

A Brumby in the ACT is regarded as a light truck, not sure about NSW
by subarutility
Tue Nov 18, 2008 12:36 pm
Forum: Intake & Exhausts
Topic: Exhaust for me lib
Replies: 40
Views: 11073

What if you hollow out your cat?
by subarutility
Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:35 pm
Forum: Subaru Chat
Topic: WRX unreliable, L series FTW!
Replies: 31
Views: 8346

isn't it illegal to tow a vehicle with a rope?
by subarutility
Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:51 pm
Forum: Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: BF Goodrich ATs...... Pics
Replies: 16
Views: 5817

looks tough...
by subarutility
Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:49 pm
Forum: Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: 27x8.5 R14LT -> Brands....
Replies: 27
Views: 9541

what about 14" light truck tyres that you see on small trucks, some of them have an aggressive tread pattern.
by subarutility
Tue Nov 11, 2008 12:54 pm
Forum: Engine, Gearbox and Diff
Topic: Stirring porridge=changing gears
Replies: 4
Views: 1857

Stirring porridge=changing gears

I have been told that there is a roll pin that wears out in the gear linkage on Subarus: has any one changed this part? is it hard? any hints?. I already have the part, it only cost $2.25 from Subaru. Might have a go this afternoon...
by subarutility
Tue Nov 11, 2008 12:44 pm
Forum: Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: 27x8.5 R14LT -> Brands....
Replies: 27
Views: 9541

[quote="Xtreme_RX"]45,000Kms before replacement. So in Subaru Kms that about 25,000 to 32,000Kms Around the $180 ea fitted & balanced.QUOTE]



Why do you get less on a Subaru? I would have thought because Subarus are lighter than Hilux/Patrol/etc that they would last longer...
by subarutility
Tue Nov 11, 2008 12:24 pm
Forum: Subaru Chat
Topic: From the states, admiring your bumpers.
Replies: 20
Views: 6515

If your going to freight one to KY then common sense would suggest you get a alumin(i)um bumper, for cheaper freight...

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