Printable Version of Topic

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 1 2017, 10:56 AM

my first step picked up a 2003 wrx half cut from japan...sorry about it being on its side it rotated autamatically

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 1 2017, 10:59 AM

step 2 engine and trans out

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 1 2017, 11:02 AM

Decided to use the Wrx gages and dash but it was a right hand drive...fun to flip it all around and fit it all together. time for fiberglass and paint.

Posted by: mepstein Dec 1 2017, 11:03 AM

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 1 2017, 11:04 AM

Thanks :-)

Posted by: Andyrew Dec 1 2017, 12:43 PM

This will be fun to watch! Can we see the 914?

Posted by: Justinp71 Dec 1 2017, 03:11 PM

Looking good! What are you going to use for a computer? I am doing a wrx motor into my off-road car and looking at using the stinger standalone computer...

Posted by: 76-914 Dec 1 2017, 04:03 PM

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 1 2017, 07:49 PM

I’m using the wrx computer and wiring harness

Posted by: JRust Dec 1 2017, 08:12 PM

Excellent! Curios to see how that dash comes out. Definitely following this thread.

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 1 2017, 08:32 PM

Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 2 2017, 03:34 PM

Posted by: effutuo101 Dec 2 2017, 10:59 PM

Posted by: mgp4591 Dec 3 2017, 06:05 AM

A slab sided sleeper - very cool! Can't wait to see how this turns out... and

Posted by: thelogo Dec 3 2017, 10:07 PM

A 914 with i assume over 200 horses

Turbocharged too

What is the radiator going to be mounted ?

Engine bay ?

Posted by: lastwolf69 Dec 4 2017, 12:39 PM

engine is rated at 240hp with the turbo...radiator will go up front and will be vented out through a fiber glass shroud so I can keep a small trunk up there :-)

Posted by: Justinp71 Dec 20 2017, 12:51 PM

Oh so your planning to keep all the factory sensors and dash? In the off-road car alot of the factory sensors will be missing and I will not have a dash. So I was told it will be easier to run a stand alone computer. Another option is to trick the factory computer with jumpers on the missing sensors. I'm just trying to figure out how to do it without spending the $1500 for the standalone computer and wiring.

Posted by: Andyrew Dec 20 2017, 01:27 PM

Microsquirt Justin.

If I did it again I would go microsquirt and tune it myself. (Actually I would probably go MS3 Pro for all the features).

Posted by: 914forme Dec 20 2017, 03:02 PM

MS3 Pro, or MS Plug and Play. That being said lots of people have done the conversion with the stock ECU.

Scott is the guy that comes to mind for a stock ECU build http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=58431&hl=PORSTI

Posted by: Mueller Dec 20 2017, 03:18 PM

It's been a couple of weeks now, driving it yet?

Cool project, looking forward to seeing it in person one of these days.

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 10:51 AM

I've Also made a custom dash that integrates all the Subaru computer system...the couple things ill have to bypass is the anti-lock brakes and the airbags...other then that every sensor is being used.

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 11:02 AM

finally some more pics of my work.


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 11:02 AM

engine test fit


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 11:03 AM

engine craddle


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 11:05 AM

Cradle and 5MT ready for paint


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 11:06 AM

all painted up with bed liner :-)


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 11:08 AM

Engine mounted...Axels line up great, top and trunk lid still fit :-)


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 5 2018, 02:54 PM

If I didn't have a day job maybe lol...still tons to do...

given your down in cali its possibility that we will run into each other :-)

Posted by: Mueller Feb 9 2018, 02:30 PM

As of now I plan on going to the WCR 2018 up your way in June...

Posted by: mgp4591 Feb 9 2018, 02:53 PM

Will the top still fit?

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 12 2018, 10:55 AM

I'm hoping to have her finished or at least drivable by then but time will tell lol

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 12 2018, 10:58 AM

it does with about a 1/2 inch to spare...Just enough room to build a fiberglass shroud to keep that trunk useable :-)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 12 2018, 01:10 PM

Anybody know someone that makes a cable shifter set up for this conversion ?

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 21 2018, 12:56 PM

radiator mounts put in.


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Feb 21 2018, 12:58 PM

radiator installed...still need to cut air flow holes and run lines but it fits


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: mgp4591 Feb 21 2018, 10:20 PM

How will you be running your radiator cooling vents? I've seen a few I want to avoid but it's always interesting to see what others have in mind.

Posted by: Andyrew Feb 21 2018, 11:18 PM

Mounts are good, going to make templates for the shroud now its mounted?

Posted by: JRust Feb 22 2018, 05:16 AM

I bought the tranny linkage for zero decipal. It's a bell crank setup & looks great. Can't attest to how well it works yet. Does look good in place. LOL. Haven't hooked up the shifter side yet

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 7 2020, 09:56 AM

finally back to work on this....got put on hold for a cummins conversion on a 64 chevy truck. any way to fallow pics of the subaru steering column coverted and mount plus a look at the subaru gauges in place.


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 7 2020, 09:57 AM

a few more pics


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 7 2020, 10:06 AM

pics of the cummins conversion in case anyone was wonderin about the hold up


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 7 2020, 10:08 AM

more cummins pics..finished truck about 11 months...truck is updated with all the stuff from the dodge to included gauges.


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 7 2020, 10:13 AM

heading to the car show


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 9 2020, 08:56 AM

first axle test fit...need to take about 1.25" off still...gonna order some custom made ones from sway-a-way next week if anyone needs a set now is the time more people who buy them at once the cheaper the price gets....let me know guys and gals


Attached thumbnail(s)

Posted by: 76-914 Apr 9 2020, 12:26 PM

Glad to see this project is back. Stay after it.

Posted by: lastwolf69 Apr 16 2020, 11:23 AM

Just ordered new axles from sway-a-way so if any one else ever does the wrx and 5mt trans convert their part number for the axle is #2318...they already have all the measurements and everything on file. No more guess work or cutting axles down to measure.
Cheers

Posted by: lastwolf69 Sep 8 2020, 12:26 PM

I've been Building this Project for my dad and after some recent health issue his ability to drive a manual Trans is no longer there...so I'm putting this project up for sale...keeping in mind i have more then $20,000 into this thing I'm hoping some one will make me a reasonable offer for it and it will find a good home. I would consider trades as well...I.E. 2005 or newer Boxter, convertible mustang, or camaro...lets start at an asking price of maybe $18,000...if anyone has any input on that please feel free to let me know.

Update- found a camaro for my dad and found out I"m having a baby Just need this project gone dropping the price to $10,000


Attached image(s)

Posted by: lastwolf69 Mar 31 2022, 12:17 PM

yes it does :-)

Posted by: VaccaRabite Apr 1 2022, 06:13 AM

Did you end up selling the car? I hope your dad is doing okay and that parenthood is being awesome!

Zach