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Introducing myself
Hey all, just introducing myself. I realize this sub-forum is pretty dead but I am in the area and want to connect with people willing to help a young SVX owner in his restoration project.
I got a 1993 LSi on craigslist for $600, 180k miles with 'clean' rear quarter damage (dented in and surface rusted but no underlying frame damage or rust, just needs a replacement panel easier said than done), roof leaking and oil leaks galore. There's also the usual transmission slippage but it runs about just fine and the engine seems to purr happily for such high mileage. I don't aim to drive it daily or anything like that this is gonna be my baby and I'm trying to do most of the work myself. I'm in the North Shore area so if anyone wants to meet up and talk/work SVXes then let me know! |
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Re: Introducing myself
Welcome aboard! I'm not local to you, but best of luck with your endeavors to bring your SVX back to life!
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Huck Subaru Ambassador 92 SVX LS-Tour Magnaflow Exhaust, 5-Spd-AWD 88 XT6 AWD 5-Speed "Bride of FrankenWedge" 15 Impreza Premium Sedan 15 Crosstrek XV 5-Speed My 5-Speed "How-To" Write-up 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula Current Count of Subaru's Owned.... "70" |
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Re: Introducing myself
Welcome spacepig.
Oil leaks are common, mine all leak from the valve covers. As for the tranny, get yourself a 4.44 Subie tranny from an Outback/Legacy/Forester and swap the gears in the diff. Or if you're adventurous do a manual swap. The roof leak may be just the sunroof drains being plugged. |
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Re: Introducing myself
Welcome.
I would suggest downloading the factory manuals if you can find them. They are really useful. If you want to find a decent online part lookup catalog then check out http://opposedforces.com/parts/svx
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1994 SVX LSi JDM Tailbar and Grill, Clear Corners, 15min-mod, Nevin Blue RSB, G-FORCE SPORT COMP-2 Tires, Phenolic Spacers (Manifold & Throttle Body), SS Brake Lines, Maniac Electric Motors 160A Alternator 2008 Legacy 3.0R |
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Re: Introducing myself
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http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/show...21&postcount=4 I have them all downloaded on my computer and many that I use regularly (troubleshooting, wiring diagrams) onto my ipad air. It is so nice to be able to carry manuals around in a convenient package less than 1/2" thick. Also being able to email any particular page or manual on the spot.never get damaged or dirty. http://phantomotaku.com/SVX/ .
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. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 04-08-2015 at 10:41 AM. |
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Re: Introducing myself
All factory parts catalogs, full factory maintenance manuals, owners manuals, and a few other interesting items are also available here... all in .pdf format:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/72gss0ulf...F0iQxNLNa?dl=0 |
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Re: Introducing myself
Hello there,
I too am on the North Shore.....only I am in North Shore, Auckland, New Zealand !!!! Small world. Good luck with the project.
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1995 LSI, Added the following - Gear Firm-Up unit (that I sell) together with Power TCU ROM & Power switch, K&N air filter, SVX side badges (USA type), Rear Deck Blower (JDM type), Side front markers (USA type), Side rear markers (USA type), Middle rear light (USA type), USA OEM Fog Lights fitted into NZ OEM glass (NZ OEM headlights had only reflectors fitted) Full set of yellow (90SH) Polish bushes includes 15 min mod, R1 Concepts drilled/slotted/gold finish rotors & Red covered braided brake lines (both from Dayle at Motorsport warehouse), EBC Redstuff brake pads. Full SVX bra (only used for shows). Koni adjustable inserts fitted inside OEM strut body, Zoom lowering springs (2" lower), OEM headlight washers fitted. |
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Re: Introducing myself
Welcome to our SVX family, space-pig. Ifyou have a hard time getting the panels here try the "dark side" (Yahoo SVX group). There are some really good SVXers over on that site.
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Re: Introducing myself
Thanks guys! Wasn't expecting such a large response in this quiet corner of the forum! Glad to see the community is still kicking since I'll need quite a bit of backup at times haha! This is my first time seriously working on a car and oh boy did I choose a tough one
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Re: Introducing myself
Depending where on the north shore you are, you are not too far from me. I have a ton of spare parts you can help yourself too if you need anything.
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Former: 1994 Barcelona Red(x2), 1995 Brilliant Red, 1992 Liquid Silver, 1992 Ebony(x2), 1992 Pearl White (x2) Current: 2017 Ford Raptor 2017 Kawasaki KLR 1995 Guards Red Carrera 1995 Spec-ish Miata - track car 1957 CJ-5 |
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Re: Introducing myself
Holden's a bit far from Witch City haha but I may make it out there eventually! All I need (for now) is a left rear quarter panel and a transmission, which I wouldn't expect you to just have lying around lol but I'll keep you in mind!
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Re: Introducing myself
Salem is just over an hour from me.
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Former: 1994 Barcelona Red(x2), 1995 Brilliant Red, 1992 Liquid Silver, 1992 Ebony(x2), 1992 Pearl White (x2) Current: 2017 Ford Raptor 2017 Kawasaki KLR 1995 Guards Red Carrera 1995 Spec-ish Miata - track car 1957 CJ-5 |
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