FWD Manual Conv.

SVX_Smoke_Out · #1 10-15-2010, 05:31 PM

I havent done much research yet but what subaru has a FWD manual that i can use in my 94Ls its FWD i also need the ring and pinion set if anyone has one dont care on gear ration just want to get it going. MISS IT

1986nate · #2 10-15-2010, 08:43 PM

I have a ring and pinion gear.

As for fwd manuals that work, look for pre 95 imprezas and legacys. Not going to be easy to find, but they are around. Might even get a whole car for pretty cheap.

huck369 · #3 10-17-2010, 03:15 PM

The early Imprezas run a different spline on the axle stubs....so try to find a Legacy, as they all run the same splines as the SVX, that way you're axles will work

benebob · #4 10-18-2010, 02:13 PM

As Huck said. I think it was 93-94.5 5 speed manuals that ran the EA-82 style splines. Biggest problem I think you'll find is coming up with a suitable clutch set up for the added torque. The FWD Subaru tranny dates back to the 70s. Check out www.car-part.com for some sources.

StatGSR · #5 10-18-2010, 02:36 PM

^ why would a clutch be hard to find? i was under the impression that the Clutch is the same for AWDs and FWDs.... there is a gaggle of heavy duty none turbo clutches out there.

huck369 · #6 10-19-2010, 05:02 AM

I figure the FWD won't need a great clutch, as the tires will break loose so easy

benebob · #7 10-19-2010, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by StatGSR

^ why would a clutch be hard to find? i was under the impression that the Clutch is the same for AWDs and FWDs.... there is a gaggle of heavy duty none turbo clutches out there.

It is not the same. Disc from Subaru is I believe the same but pressure plate is not. Don't know what the difference is and if one could be substituted for the other. I know when I converted my XT6 fwder to a 5 speed I had some clutch issues.