What have you done to your SVX (or other Subaru) today?

[Mike621]

Originally Posted by Noriyasu

Have you gotten over your cold?

I do a little welding every day. Work is slow due to a sore back, but I've finally got the frame back in shape.

I don't really like welding, but my wife wants to keep this car for a long time, so the repairs are necessary.

Thanks, I'm feeling much better.

Were you welding for rust repair or collision repair? I'd like to improve my welding skills.

[Noriyasu]

Originally Posted by Mike621

Thanks, I'm feeling much better.

Were you welding for rust repair or collision repair? I'd like to improve my welding skills.

for rust.

This car was used in a snowy area. The previous owner gave up on the car inspection due to rust, so I got it for almost free. I replaced all the side sills at that time, but after 4 years, the rear area has also started to rust. I usually don't buy rusty cars, but my wife liked it so much that I had no choice.

Luckily all the panels were still available so for the most part it only needed plug and spot welding. Plug welding is relatively easy. Butt welding on thin panels is very difficult.

I found some serious rust around the rear cross member lateral link attachment parts, which have a big effect on the rear geometry, so I couldn't just leave it there.

Most of the welding is done, just need to add 2 reinforcement panels, seal thoroughly and repaint.

[Noriyasu]

Under the floor is almost back to normal with brand now panels.
For reference, I have attached a photo of the rusted panels..

[huck369]

Originally Posted by Noriyasu

Under the floor is almost back to normal with brand now panels.
For reference, I have attached a photo of the rusted panels..

Great Work!

[Mike621]

Looking good, Noriyasu!

I recently sourced a new PCV and hoses, new PS rack bushings and differential bushings (thanks SVXNation website) for the 1992. I will install these items in the coming weeks.

[Noriyasu]

The rear end had the panel seams sealed with automotive sealant and then painted with a rich rubber paint.

This paint is elastic and will not get scratched even if it hits a stone. It also has a sound-deadening effect. I used this paint when I had do restoration an old Mini. Minis are cars that rust easily, but there is no rust anywhere on the car to date.

Next, I pulled out many spare parts that I had removed from another low mileage car and stored away, and I needed to make sure I had everything before I started assembling the car.

Lateral links, drive shafts, rear differentials, center differentials, hubs, brakes, etc.　It makes more sense to use these stock parts rather than reusing parts that are rusted or have crushed rubber.

The wall of the garage where the SVX is kept is used as a storage area for parts.

[Noriyasu]

Originally Posted by Mike621

Looking good, Noriyasu!

I recently sourced a new PCV and hoses, new PS rack bushings and differential bushings (thanks SVXNation website) for the 1992. I will install these items in the coming weeks.

Oh! PS rack bushings seems available in SVX Nation. It's good information.