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> 914 Subaru EG33 engine and WRX transaxle conversion, Finally finishing up
BIGKAT_83
post Sep 8 2010, 07:56 PM
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What started as quick and easy conversion for a Grassroots motorsports 2000 challenge car. One thing led to another and before I knew it I had gone over budget.
I started with a V8 car with a bad engine so instead of another SBC or LS1 I bought a wrecked Subaru SVX for the engine. Then found a wrx transaxle with axles clutch and all parts needed.
The engine and transaxle mounts were done over a couple of weekends. Then we got real busy at work and was not able to work on it for a couple of months.
By this time I had changed my mind about the grassroots challenge car and figured I just fix it up. So a color change paint job was in order. I did this myself in the garage and had to wait until spring to shoot the paint.

I've been driving now for a few days tuning the Megasquirt DIYPNP that I built over the winter. I guess its time to go get a tag and start driving.Attached Image
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post Sep 9 2010, 04:18 PM
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I did add a bell crank to reverse the shift movement. This way the cables do exit towards the rear. Also with the bell crank I could adjust the shift length. I did give this a 2 to 1 gain to give the shifter more travel.

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post Sep 9 2010, 09:14 PM
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Especially, your tailshifter linkage! Many Suby Conversionites are looking for inspiration for a simple, clean cable shifter system!

Awesome work Bob! Your car looks sweet! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

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post Sep 10 2010, 12:11 AM
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tranny cable linkage pictures are in the thread Nate.
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post Sep 10 2010, 08:08 AM
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This is certainly not what I expected down here.
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That is some good work. I'm starting to lean the subaru way myself after buying one and feeling the transmission and motor.

How is it compared to your LS1 car? I am thinking the boxer with the weight lower would be much nicer, closer to a stock type IV.
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post Sep 10 2010, 08:22 AM
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im also building a suby, but that ls1 with 400hp looks soooo good back there.. His gray car will be amazing.. Its one of those cars you just keep looking at the details and saying wow..
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post Sep 10 2010, 12:51 PM
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QUOTE(charliew @ Sep 9 2010, 11:11 PM) *

tranny cable linkage pictures are in the thread Nate.



Sorry, I meant for some possible close ups and perhaps a source for the joint parts too. I am prying because I am ready to attempt this part on my build and I have Zero experience (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Thanks for all the posts!
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post Sep 10 2010, 03:25 PM
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I called Renegade Hybrids about Subaru motor and transmission options.

This was there reply,

"Thanks for asking. The Subie tranny does not fit in the 914. Sorry. We are going to offer another tranny with the all aluminum LS V8's very soon. This will be our best combination! "
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Umm yea....ok. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Sep 10 2010, 03:40 PM
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Sounds like they are stealing all of my Audi trani's (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

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post Sep 10 2010, 03:43 PM
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Are the 2wd Audi transmissions a more viable option for v8 or turbo Subaru?

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Sounds like they are stealing all of my Audi trani's (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)
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post Sep 10 2010, 04:09 PM
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They are pretty strong and would be a good option for the v8. They are basically the same trani as what is in the boxster. The tranis in AWD mode are fairly bulletproof, lots of drag guys are running them at rediculous HP numbers for years without fail. Replacements cost ~ 500 or less and are fairly availible.

No sense putting a Audi trani on a Subaru motor... For the cost of adaption you could have easily converted the 4wd to 2wd on the subi box.


The thing about the Audi box is that it requires no work to run, If you mount it behind an Audi engine (such as a 1.8t or 2.8 or even 2.7t) its bolt on and all factory equipment will work. You just have to figure the linkage (Custom cable shifter) and CV joints (Custom half shafts, 914 cv one end, Audi CV inner), then a cradle mount like the subaru guys do. Im planning on doing a 2.8 v6 complete swap from a passat or Audi fwd (same setups).

I'll be selling my v8 conversion to fund a parts car purchase so I can get going on it fairly shortly.
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post Sep 23 2010, 01:27 PM
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what company did the axles for you? cant find a driveline shop in my area that will touch my setup

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post Sep 24 2010, 01:17 PM
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Check on rock crawler or offroad shops for resplinging axles.
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post Sep 24 2010, 01:29 PM
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I think a video of this car would be REALLY COOL!?!?!?! hint hint
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post Oct 9 2010, 02:05 PM
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Bob,
I would like to replicate your setup, could you please list all your part numbers, suppliers, and contacts and give me a list of step-by-step instructions with photos and video comentary? I will also need a report of the total time spent and a list of any tools/skills I may need. Thanks for your help! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
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post Oct 9 2010, 02:50 PM
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QUOTE(goodwood73 @ Oct 9 2010, 01:05 PM) *

Bob,
I would like to replicate your setup, could you please list all your part numbers, suppliers, and contacts and give me a list of step-by-step instructions with photos and video comentary? I will also need a report of the total time spent and a list of any tools/skills I may need. Thanks for your help! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
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post Oct 9 2010, 04:54 PM
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QUOTE(goodwood73 @ Oct 9 2010, 04:05 PM) *

Bob,
I would like to replicate your setup, could you please list all your part numbers, suppliers, and contacts and give me a list of step-by-step instructions with photos and video comentary? I will also need a report of the total time spent and a list of any tools/skills I may need. Thanks for your help! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
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You sound just like my Boss.............
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post Oct 9 2010, 04:59 PM
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QUOTE(Andyrew @ Sep 10 2010, 02:40 PM) *

Sounds like they are stealing all of my Audi trani's (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

That's what I was thinking. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Oct 9 2010, 05:35 PM
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QUOTE(Andyrew @ Sep 10 2010, 02:40 PM) *

Sounds like they are stealing all of my Audi trani's (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

That's what I was thinking. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Really don't think they would be using the Audi box. The big news now in Kit cars with midengines is theres a box made in England that people are using 5 or 6 speed and at the $8K price range.
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post Oct 20 2010, 11:22 AM
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QUOTE(charliew @ Sep 24 2010, 01:17 PM) *

Check on rock crawler or offroad shops for resplinging axles.

Great idea i have a crawler shop close by. Are the 911 axles shortened? If so do you know what the overall length is?
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Hi Bob --

Did you use the stock Suby CV boot and stretch the smaller portion over the 911 axle shaft, or did you find a boot that has the OD of the 911 axle shaft and the OD of the Suby inner CV joint housing? I can't imagine that you had the machinist turn down the OD of the 911 axle shafts to fit the Suby CV boot...

I'm getting ready to send my 911 axles off to Dutchman and would like to go with a proven design. Thanks in advance!

Geoff
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