Subaru Swap Downfalls?, Common shortcuts, issues with the swap Options

[2mAn]

Hey Everyone

Im starting to give up hope that I can find a -6 swap in my price range. I'm starting to look at other options and as much as I hate to admit it, the Subaru swaps are very tempting.

I wonder though, what are some common pitfalls?

- adapting the subaru -> 901 issues? Can the 901 handle 250+ bhp
- cooling issues as a result of plumbing a radiator, ie air trapped in the system?
- axles? can they handle 250+bhp?
- wiring issues?

Anything else?

Thanks
-Simon

[Chris H.]

Yeah it's a pretty fun swap. My kid has really taken to it. Teaching her to drive the 5 speed this summer. Might never see the car again (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) .


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suEgkKxAYD4


I would agree that you can't do it on the cheap. Do it right, treat it like it's a Porsche 6 conversion. It does take a lot of fiddling to get it to 100%. You have to like that kind of thing. There are plenty of people who will help on the forum.

What is the guy asking for the partially converted car? If all the parts are there it might be a good start for you. You can use the 901 trans if it's already set up, or you can sell the parts and buy a Subaru trans.

Hey Mike I remember a guy who jammed a VR6 into a 914 but that's a different story (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif). One of the original swap attempts.

Just to add a few more things:

- although the group probably has or can find the wiring diagrams, the wiring is "not the fun part" You can also use a standalone ECU like JRust does.
- Cooling is not an issue if you do it right. You do have to bleed the air out but we can give tips on how to set it up. Needs to be "self-bleeding".
- a 901 trans will handle the HP you just have to use an adapter plate, etc. and the Subaru trans is obviously designed to work with the engine.