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5 Speed Conversion and Other Stuff
New owner here. I've just bought a '92 with a new tranny in it. I plan to put a cooler on it ASAP, and of course have the rear bearings replaced (as they are singing in harmony). My questions (be gentle):
1) 5 Speed Conversion: Does the kit that's offered by some vendors (using a WRX tranny as I recall) resolve notorious SVX problems, or is constant care still required? 2) It's not that I dont' trust other mechanics, I just don't trust most mechanics. As far as repair manuals for the SVX, what is there to chose from for the home mechanic? Are Subaru shop manuals highly desired and made of gold? How's the CD? 3) BMW gear head here. 1st thing done to a Bemmer is put Redline MTL in the tranny. Is Redline ATF accepted as the best fluid for these, along with a cooler to prevent bad and expensive things from happening? Does shaking a chicken foot over the shifter help? Is there a God or diva I should pray to? 4) I've noticed drilled and slotted rotors for sale. Does this resolve warping issues, or just put it off a little longer? 5) Any upcoming gatherings? Thanks for any feedback. |
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1) As long as you don't abuse the 5MT, it will hold up fine.
2) Don't know. I've used Chiltons for all my SVX work. Its ok, but I would guess there is more detail in the shop manual. 3) Redline ATF should help by virtue of its ability to withstand higher temps before breaking down. 4) Depending on your usage, slotted/drilled can crack. Many people have used them without any problems, but there is a least one guy who track races his SVX that has cracked slotted/drilled rotors. IMHO, the way to stop the warping is to install better pads. My brakes have worked beautifully since upgrading to aftermarket pads.
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Re: 5 Speed Conversion and Other Stuff
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Re: 5 Speed Conversion and Other Stuff
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I also have slotted/drilled rotors with ceramic pads, and I'm quite pleased with them after about a month of use.
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