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Old 03-25-2010, 07:12 PM
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Re: Tell Me This Isnt a Transmission Problem

OK filter is prob OK... Does sound like it is overheating though.

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Old 03-25-2010, 07:14 PM
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Re: Tell Me This Isnt a Transmission Problem

Thats my main reluctance to use one of these Legacy transmissions- most of my driving is highway, and I really like the fact that at around 70 with the SVX transmission, the engine is doing less than 2,500 rpms. With the 4.44, its doing closer to 3,000. I'm less interested in performance and more interested in longevity and comfort.



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One important thing to keep in mind is that when changing the front differential gear ratio, the rear diff must be changed to match it. Otherwise your tires will attempt to rotate at different speeds. This is catastrophic for the parts involved. I have never done this on an SVX, but my understanding is this often requires driveshaft modification as well. (shortening of the driveshaft). More information on this can be found here using the search function.

And while 4.11 and 4.44 gears will help your launch time and make you quicker off the line, your engine will be at a higher RPM at cruising speed.
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I don't believe it would. It would depend if he uses the actual SVX gears or if he uses the same gearset from the original 4.11 trans.
If I remember correctly, the SVX transmission is beefed up by using 5 sets of planetaries instead of just 4 which is what other Subie phase1 transmissions use. Someone would have to confirm that as I can't say it as fact... In any case, the SVX transmission was definitely built stronger.
Clutch plates yes. 4 ratios requires only 2 planetaries. The SVX has 5 as i recall, and there is one less as they go to smaller motors i.e I believe there are 4 clutch plates in a not SVX trans (2.2l) 3 in a 1.8 impreza which is a pretty rare unit, and I don't know about the old ones that were in the XT6. I think the turbo legacy also had 5, just like ours.

Someone correct me if memory fails?
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Old 03-25-2010, 07:41 PM
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Clutch plates yes. 4 ratios requires only 2 planetaries. The SVX has 5 as i recall, and there is one less as they go to smaller motors i.e I believe there are 4 clutch plates in a not SVX trans (2.2l) 3 in a 1.8 impreza which is a pretty rare unit, and I don't know about the old ones that were in the XT6. I think the turbo legacy also had 5, just like ours.

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ugh, common sense fail.

Elemgee,
If you wanted to retain the stock gearing of the SVX but wanted something extremely reliable, depending on what is wrong with your current unit, I would honestly suggest a partial rebuild from LAN. He replaces the clutch packs with stronger ones, replaces the brake band, modifies the valve body, and a few other things that I can't remember. Also, you may want a modified TCU that will also help tighten things up and add to the longevity of the transmission.
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Re: Tell Me This Isnt a Transmission Problem

+1

Michael is a straight-forward guy and offers a service that no one else does. I doubt you could find a tranny shop that would rebuild our transmission as well for anywhere near his price.
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Re: Tell Me This Isnt a Transmission Problem

+2. Lan does good work. This trans is easy to modify, the trick is knowing what to modify. If you can do it yourself then go that route, or if you know someone personally who does really good trans work then you can order a rebuild kit from level 10. They also do wonders on torque converters. MAKE SURE you replace or have the converter rebuilt repeat MAKE SURE you replace or have the converter rebuilt as the 92 units are defective and replace or rebuild is always required in a trans rebuild no matter what you're working on

Also, if your cooler is in the fenderwell, you should be using a fan. are you bypassing the radiator one or keeping it in the loop?
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Re: Tell Me This Isnt a Transmission Problem

I hope the shop covers the cost of the damage or better yet, hope there has been no real damage. I feel for you though. Good luck with it.
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Re: Tell Me This Isnt a Transmission Problem

Who's LAN and how do I get in touch with him? Would he just sell me a rebuilt tranny? Thanks.


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ugh, common sense fail.

Elemgee,
If you wanted to retain the stock gearing of the SVX but wanted something extremely reliable, depending on what is wrong with your current unit, I would honestly suggest a partial rebuild from LAN. He replaces the clutch packs with stronger ones, replaces the brake band, modifies the valve body, and a few other things that I can't remember. Also, you may want a modified TCU that will also help tighten things up and add to the longevity of the transmission.
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Who's LAN and how do I get in touch with him? Would he just sell me a rebuilt tranny? Thanks.
Lan is the shorthand name for the member registered as "Longassname" here is his website for Subaru Upgraded Transmissions.

http://www.ecutune.com/4eat.htm
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