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Hello
I figured id stop in and say hi. Im new to the site and to the svx..well new to subaru in general. I have now owned my 92 LSL for about 1 week now. I sold my 90 mustang lx for something a little more comfy so i got a 00 Caddy Catera and had many problems so i took it back to the dealer and they said they would take it back and get me something else thats where I found the svx. Only problem was price they wanted 8995 for it. It has 95k miles very very clean on the inside the body needs some attention though. But after looking it over i decided to take it anyway since i get a warranty. It had a bad wheel bearing warped rotors, but seemed to be very well kept oil filter and air filter was subaru parts so might have been dealer serviced the trans fluid was new and the trans was very clean compared to the rest of the driveline so i figure must have new tranny. So far i like the car other than performance i expected more from it. I do like how the car is very smooth and not harsh like the other cars in my collection. I have planned on a new factory black paint job along with alot of parts from motorsport along with already working with a local shop on possible turbo kit and using tec 3 engine management. Along with a 5 speed once i get more info and some one who can do it with no side effects. But if i do get tired of it it will be posted for sale here before anywhere else so the car has a chance to be cared for.
My current cars are -97 Mountaineer 5.0 AWD -96 Camaro Z28 hard top -93 F-150 Lightning -93 Mazda MX-6 -95 Eclipse GSX -92 SVX If anyone knows of good places to go for my work on the svx in baltimore aera let me know. I don know much about this car myself other than what i have read. Also is getting glass a problem for this car? And factory body parts? |
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damn dude, i sold my '97 LSi w/70k (loaded with goodies) for $9000!
welcome to the site, hope the car gives you many trouble-free miles.
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if your looking for 5 speed swap, theres two members whom I can personally attest to: AvPPoW and TomsSVX
best of luck on the turbos, theres a bunch of threads on the subject already, dont be afraid to search Sold a Mustang to get an svx....your on the right path. best luck to ya
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I see all the threads on the turbos seems that most are still working out the bugs. They guy i plan on using to fab my kit is really good at what he does. I told him im looking for a 13 sec time slip and still have it realible. I dont think it much to ask for i see the 5-spped swap should gain me a high 14 so to drop a sec off by turbo should not be that hard. He has done many other turbo projects he did a turbo echo. He is mostly a vw guy though he has lots of 400hp vr6's running around. He has also transfered awd to old vw's as well as vr6's The the awd vr6 turbo vw fox he has. The turbo fab seems quite simple for someone with the know how time and tools its just fuel i still have to figure out. I dont want stand alone if i dont need it. Im also worried about the stalling i hear about with 5 speed swaps. |
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Welcome to the site.
As you have found out, the SVX was a balance of Luxury and Performance. It is a fabulous highway car, but not a great dragster. To make it one, I think you are on the right track (no pun intended). I look forward to hearing of your progress on it. Doug
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i cant wait to be done with it no one knows what it is much less if its has any power or not. They car is a joy to drive on the highway. It does not seem to me that parts are hard to come by. I see alot of high milage svx's on here. That makes me feel better about the car already. |
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There's a small shop about a mile south of Wilkens that I'd recommend. He has better rates. He's good with Subbies in General and owns 2 SVXii himself, or at least he did about 2 years ago. I followed anoher owner to the place after a sighting. I cant remember the name of the shop, sadly. Next time I'm in GB I'll have to see if I can find it again. I live in Jersey, now. But I goto GB often to visit friends.
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I feel that the Stage 3 ECUtune is going to tear any Subaru Auto to shreds. I mean thats some serious power gains and if you want to drive the car... I do mean DRIVE the car... You are gonna blow through trannies quickly. Even with the 4.44 gears the clutches won't be able to hold out too long. If you wanna stay auto go with the 4.44 gears in an SVX trans with a Level 10 build. Thats my only advice
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Might that shop be Happy Jack's? I think it's somewhere around Azar Court. Subiepartsgirl at Wilkins recommended him. Ron.
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Only problem was price they wanted 8995 for it. It has 95k miles very very clean on the inside the body needs some attention though.
I'm certainly glad to see that our cars are rocketing in value I paid 7K for my '92 with 78K, near mint interior & good body, five years ago! I guess this is why I shun dealers. Nonetheless, welcome aboard. If anyone knows of good places to go for my work on the svx in baltimore aera let me know. I don know much about this car myself other than what i have read. Also is getting glass a problem for this car? And factory body parts?[/QUOTE] Heritage Subaru in Owings Mills does reliable work. Also, Wilkins Subaru in Glen Burnie is good. For paint & body work, I recommend 5 Star Auto Body in Harmens/Hanover, close to BWI airport. For glass I recommend a second mortgage. You may want to check out the annual April meet in Reading, PA. Plenty of Balti-morons around here to offer help. Good luck, Ron
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Welcome to the board and good luck with the SVX. Sounds like you are really heading to making it faster... Don't forget what else needs to be done to handle the power... Like suspension... brakes...etc. May also want to look into a PWR radiator to keep that hot burning engine cooler. The 5 speed won't hold up to much abuse while making more power. Your time and money would be much better spent on a 6 speed
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I'll second Ron's suggestion for service at Heritage in Owings Mills. Call Jimmie Schrader (410) 581-6742. They aren't cheap but the work gets done right the first time. At least that's been my experience. They were the first folks that were able to really fix my rear bearings.
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