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by tambox
Thu Mar 05, 2015 7:04 pm
Forum: Suspension - shocks, springs and upgrades
Topic: wheel alignment stuff
Replies: 6
Views: 2934

Now Jonno you didn't listen to the instructions properly, when you pull the string across the back tires you have to look carefully at where the string sits relative to the front tyres. My's and L's have rear wheel alignment problems, from being adjusted while being used (big rocks). Provided this i...
by tambox
Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:41 pm
Forum: Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: New 15, 16" rim options for EA 4 stud series ?
Replies: 10
Views: 3761

Careful, i looked into similar ones a while ago, note the have 5 spokes, to work well with 5 studs fitting under the cap. The ones I looked at could not do the 4 stud diameter with a large centre hole.
But they look good on paper.
by tambox
Thu Mar 05, 2015 6:29 pm
Forum: Trouble Shooting
Topic: How to properly adjust an auto choke EA81
Replies: 5
Views: 2792

As long as all the parts of the choke are working, they are relatively easy to set up. Make sure the pull off diaphragm is set up correctly and works. I can be simpler to set the choke flap so it is fully open (just) when the motor is warm and the diaphragm is also pulling it open. Make sure the cho...
by tambox
Wed Feb 18, 2015 8:04 pm
Forum: Suspension - shocks, springs and upgrades
Topic: Installing a 2" lift kit
Replies: 4
Views: 1879

Careful when you undo the bolts that hold the engine cross member on, the nuts can be weathered (tight) and are relatively soft. Make sure you lubricate the thread and keep your socket straight, a slight angle on it may burr the nut, then its cutting time. The rest can be similar, but not as bad, ju...
by tambox
Wed Feb 11, 2015 7:31 pm
Forum: Trouble Shooting
Topic: Trolley jack-Vortex
Replies: 5
Views: 2103

That's not harsh, I was just pointing out its a well used method by experienced Subie owners and is ok to do.
You should always get a second opinion on what you read on the net.
by tambox
Tue Feb 10, 2015 7:00 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: EA81 supercharger revamp by Tweety
Replies: 430
Views: 103860

The beauty of these carbie's is they have a million (well almost) jets and adjustments. You can have a simple little play for curiosity (put your fingers near the biting things, not too close), but it needs a dyno and scope and an EG analyser to get serious results. Oh and someone that knows what th...
by tambox
Tue Feb 10, 2015 6:55 pm
Forum: Trouble Shooting
Topic: Trolley jack-Vortex
Replies: 5
Views: 2103

Hey, that's a long term Subaru owners secret :-)
But its the easy way to do it.
by tambox
Mon Feb 09, 2015 5:22 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: EA81 supercharger revamp by Tweety
Replies: 430
Views: 103860

By dropping the float level slightly you will lean out the progression mixtures. Raising it richens the progression mixtures. But WOT is jets, as long as the float level is in the ball park, exact float level makes little difference. From the motor size vs carbie size, it should be rich. Even settin...
by tambox
Sun Feb 08, 2015 8:30 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: EA81 supercharger revamp by Tweety
Replies: 430
Views: 103860

Thinking is the first stage Tony.
Action is required to relieve the pain.
Drop the float level 1mm at a time, idle screws out 1/2 turn with each float level drop.
That's "A" theory.
If it gets worse go the other way.
Worst case, put it back to where it was.
Just time (sorry, education), no money.
by tambox
Sun Feb 08, 2015 7:44 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: EA81 supercharger revamp by Tweety
Replies: 430
Views: 103860

Still get distracted by how good Tweety looks in the photos.
Sort of makes you forget the problems.
You could try adjusting (dropping?) the float level slightly, costs nothing, within budget :-)
by tambox
Sun Feb 08, 2015 7:39 pm
Forum: Engine, Gearbox and Diff
Topic: Rebuilding EA82T
Replies: 10
Views: 4281

Careful with your analysis of the crack between the valve seats. If it is only a minor crack with no signs of leaking (and the seats look good), provided you don't overheat the engine in the future, they will be fine. If the cracks go up into the port passages or show signs of leaking (stains around...
by tambox
Sat Feb 07, 2015 9:03 pm
Forum: Engine, Gearbox and Diff
Topic: ea81 lifter issue ?
Replies: 9
Views: 3483

It would be worthwhile measuring your oil pressure.
Does the motor make a knock knock sound for the first few seconds after you start it from cold?
This indicates worn crank bearings, these could be bleeding your oil pressure@ idle.
by tambox
Sat Feb 07, 2015 8:43 pm
Forum: Subaru Chat
Topic: Painting interior plastics
Replies: 6
Views: 2384

If you get automotive acrylic paint plastic undercoat, the top coat you use needs to have some "magic stuff" added to it for use on plastic, the paint mixing guys know what it is.

Have fun and let us know what you do.
by tambox
Wed Feb 04, 2015 6:10 pm
Forum: El Freddo
Topic: Ruby Scoo’s epic build, ten years and counting...
Replies: 644
Views: 251597

I've never changed the shafts, yet.

You should use the forks that match the gears.
The diameter of the slot the fork fingers sit in, varies between some gears, usually the 3/4 fork.
by tambox
Tue Feb 03, 2015 6:50 pm
Forum: Subaru Chat
Topic: Painting interior plastics
Replies: 6
Views: 2384

There is an undercoat for plastics, used when doing bumpers etc.
It makes the top coat stick.
by tambox
Mon Feb 02, 2015 9:38 am
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: EJ22 in L series sump mods
Replies: 12
Views: 8351

Maybe, but that would be a lot of work.
Debatable if it would be worth it for what you gain.
But with Tweety pretty well sorted and you are looking for something to do ........
by tambox
Mon Jan 12, 2015 8:27 pm
Forum: El Freddo
Topic: Ruby Scoo’s epic build, ten years and counting...
Replies: 644
Views: 251597

Make sure you match the selector forks to the gears.
Many a box has been done where the selector forks "fit" but are too big. This chews out the sleeve on the fork tips.
by tambox
Sat Jan 10, 2015 6:34 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: Tweety's ea81 build
Replies: 301
Views: 90973

Yes Tony, time to enjoy the efforts that have gone into this masterpiece.
by tambox
Fri Jan 09, 2015 8:08 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: Tweety's ea81 build
Replies: 301
Views: 90973

Some webers have an initial progression stage casting that can be drilled to suit your engine. This is a bit complicated, but it gives good economy and eliminates flat spots on initial progression. A lot of people just put bigger jets in, this solves the flat spot problem, but reduces efficiency/eco...
by tambox
Tue Dec 16, 2014 7:17 pm
Forum: Restorations and Project Build Ups.
Topic: Tweety's ea81 build
Replies: 301
Views: 90973

Weber carbs are very adjustable and can be set to work over a wide range. I had a Datsun 1600, L18 motor, "hot" cam, running 2 x twin 45DCOE Weber's. That's one 45 for each cylinder. Responsive, reasonable economy (relative to how hard you push the go pedal) and loved a rev. A good dyno tune was all...

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