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What did Subaru use for rust proofing lead? I know the japanese had a problem rust proofing until recently so subaru may have did over kill. I live in socal so I dont need much.
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With a 5-speed conversion, and L model AWD SVX weighs about 3400 lbs. (My 4eat L model with 1/2 tank of gas weighed in at 3490 lbs on the local junkyard scale which is accurate to within 10 lbs.) ok, that's 300 lbs more than a WRX, but 3400 lbs is exactly the weight of the (in)famous Skyline GT-R33 and R34. Yes, you can call the SVX heavy if you want, but if you compare it to other cars that are potentially in the same class, the SVX doesn't score so badly.
I don't think it would be necessary to extend the front of the car to accommodate a turbo. You will have to be inventive in your placement of components though. Try the ForcedAirTech website to see where they stuffed their turbo. The intercooler can be placed in the wheelwell between the body of the car and the plastic splash shield.
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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Pearl '92 LS-L 179K (Historic 1st 5-speed SVX) Mods: 5-speed, 4.11's, Group-N motor mounts, dual Magnaflows, cone air filter, Kenwood MP-228 CD/Receiver, white-faced gauges, '97 grill, custom window tinting. Ebony Mica '92 LS 80K Oct 2002 - Dec 2004: Victim of theft. She served me well. You can tell the lack of craftsmanship by the wrinkles in the duct tape. |
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That is one good episode. Perhaps those guys might have won if the tranny did not fail.
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Lwin M. Maung (Member # 147) Current SVX: NONE Previous SVXes: 1994 LE Barcelona Red 107k 1992 LS-L Pearl White 143k 1994 LSi Bordeaux Pearl 220k 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 184k 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 145k 1992 LS-L Liquid Silver 102k 1992 LS-L Ebony Pearl 123k Other current cars:2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Black If at first you don't succeed, CHEAT!
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Supras weigh 3515 lbs.
SVXs weigh 3525lbs. I really don't think they're that heavy... I mean, compared to a metro, yeah, but not compared to most GTs. - Rob |
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Its in the same class as an Skyline? The problem is the extra weight of a turbo or super system. So about 3500lbs?
--- I am beginning to think it would be a shame to strip mint SVX. How much does a beater with trans trouble, and a lion in the back seat go for? --- My goal is something I can drive around town, but has a high top speed so I can find a salt flat on the weekend and run WOT until I'm out of gas . Since the car is so rare maybe put an unofficial "California's fastest street legal SVXes" title under my belt. |
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"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence." '92 Dark Teal SVX LS-L, >146,000m 3 pedals, 5 speeds., restoration underway. 2012 Honda Insight, slow but cute. |
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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As long as the TC will lock up, I've had no problem going 140 mph. Last time I tried, I did it going up a mild incline. When the TC won't lock (ATF too cold), I can't get much above 125 mph.
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Mychailo :: 2006 Silver Mitsubishi Evolution 9, E85, 34 psi peak, 425wtq/505whp DJ :: 1995 Laguna Blue SVX L AWD 5MT (sold) Visit my locker SVX Mods: ND iridium spark plugs, Impreza RS fpr, afr tuned to 13.2:1 using a custom MAF bypass, custom exhaust, WRX 5MT w/ STi RA 1st-4th gear & stock WRX 5th gear, Exedy 13 lb flywheel & Sport Clutch, STi Group N tranny & engine mounts, urethane spacers in rear subframe, rear diff mounts, and pitch stopper, SVX Sport Strut Springs (185f/150r), custom 19 mm rear swaybar, urethane swaybar mounts, Rota Torque 17x8", 225/45-17 Proxes 4 tires, Axxis Deluxe Plus organic brake pads. |
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back when my svx ran it pulled hard over 120... my friend w/ a mustang remarked about how hard it pulled over 120
i must reiterate chicane... ur svx is slower than the rest.. get that looked at
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so if the torque converter doesnt lock, you cant surpass 120 or so? can this be the reason i am topping out at 125 even after testing it can do over 140?
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"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence." '92 Dark Teal SVX LS-L, >146,000m 3 pedals, 5 speeds., restoration underway. 2012 Honda Insight, slow but cute. |
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My car is fine. The engine is fine, the transmission is fine. The windshield and 1/4 panel, thats another story, but mechanically, its tip top. Last time I posted my spring to 125, a few of you said it was so slow, but I also got QUITE A FEW pms telling me not to listen to the trolls, because their car is the same way. - Rob |
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