converting FWD to 4WD

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BBoypebs
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converting FWD to 4WD

Post by BBoypebs » Sun Feb 17, 2008 9:31 pm

HI there. Got a mate here thats interested in converting his EA71 fwd to E81 4wd. Has anyone done this before and what is involved in changing the rear suspension and mounting the rear diff?
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Post by dfoyl » Mon Feb 18, 2008 11:38 am

Here's "some" info:

http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/sho ... hp?t=49953

From all accounts, it sounds like a huge job. Might be better going straight to EJ and sticking with fwd...

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1989 Brumby - Shiny new red paint, stroked EJ20 phase 2 SOHC with Darton sleeves bored to EJ22, Wiseco high-compression pistons, Delta 2000 grind cams , EJ/XT6 5 stud with WRX 4/2 pots, 5-speed, 86 GTS seats and so much more.
Contact me for reproduction XT6 hubs...and EA82 rear discs.

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Post by BrennyV » Mon Feb 18, 2008 12:08 pm

i converted my fwd l series leone from fwd to 4wd with no real problems at all. pm me if u want some info
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