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Maybe I will do it myself.

Measure twice.... make that 10 times.... then cut

I have a WRX bonnet scoop I want on my Brumby. I cant find a place that wants to install it for me! HELP!

I live in Croydon, Victoria if that helps.

Also, I have consulted my dads mate who is very good with Subys about the swap (he is the one who is going to help me with the swap) - he has informed me that I would be doubling the work if I did the brakes and gearbox before engine.... - all these things have to be changed "drive shafts, tail shaf...

Alrighty then. Been doing alot more thinking. And this is how its been going... Plan. 1. Install AWD gearbox and 5 stud pattern brake kit. For sweet rims :) 2. re-do Interior (any ideas? this car will be a street machine so it wont be used for four wheel driving so.... So it wont be getting mud all ...

Ashman, You're obviously keen at your young age, have you considered following a career path in the automotive industry? Such as an apprentice motor mechanic? I am very keen. But in my own eyes I feel as if I am just another idiot who wants to overpower his car. Although I think I take way more pri...

Cheers guys, My plans have changed ALOT due to all your input. I like all of your ideas and I think my eyes have been opened. I plan to do alot more on my own now. The amount of money I can put towards extras will be phenominal. I am sure I will keep you all updated as I progress. May take a few mon...

Oh. I see.

Thanks. I am not (obviously) good with these things. Thats why I am trying to learn.

Thanks for your patience.

I am allowed to put a new engine in. I am just not allowed to put turbo chargers or other mods. Hmm.... I think a break kit would seem logical, aswell as all the safety things that go with a big engine. Maybe some airbags and such. I honestly didnt think of these things. It would be sensible to make...

Thanks for the help. I take pride in the brumby. After the engine mod i want to fix all dints and do panel work.... and maybe some sweet rims. But i do want my brumby to stand out from the crowd. And also to match all the other P platers in their commadores and falcons. Although I already think the ...

Hey guys, I have a 1993 Subaru Brumby. In the near future I want to swap the engine over and give it something with ALOT more grunt. 1st - I am on P plates so therefore I cant have anything with a turbo charger. 2nd - I only can spend about $5000 - $7000 for the motor and instalation. I have no idea...