Dream Conversions

SpinningAllFours · 09-30-2012, 11:41 PM

So I was just reading around the interwebs and saw some dude put a V8 into a Bug-eye wrx, and that gave me an idea for a fun little thread! If you had a large (But somewhat realistic) amount of money, what engine would you swap into your subaru? Personally I would put the 3.6L Flat six from the Porsche 996, how about you?

trollarc · 09-30-2012, 11:55 PM

Why would you do a Porsche H6 vice a subaru H6? The new subaru H6 is probably cheaper and easier- you might even be able to retain your current transmission.

I think I would like to get an old subaru coupe with a Sti swap. Something like a BRZ except AWD, less road friendly, and more track ready.

antnygee · 10-01-2012, 01:16 AM

would like to see a 60's mustang with an ej257 and awd

CBXJ · 10-01-2012, 10:28 PM

Sti powered brat. Ye ha!

SpinningAllFours · 10-02-2012, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by CBXJ

Sti powered brat. Ye ha!

That would be a sight to see, I could imagine someone Auto-xing in a 300whp BRAT haha

shooting · 10-02-2012, 10:25 AM

someday i will build a subaru powered carmen gia. i think its the same engine, trans setup as ina bug. and those have been done. finally my suby engine will get 30+ mpg!!!

RSti_Spyder · 10-02-2012, 11:02 AM

Sti powered tube frame Meyers Manx dunebuggy. Oh wait I am already building it...

trollarc · 10-02-2012, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by RSti_Spyder

Sti powered tube frame Meyers Manx dunebuggy. Oh wait I am already building it...

RWD or AWD? The RWD ones are more common and I am not sure if AWD nets you much in that configuration (besides being unique, heavy, and a bit more expensive- the handling is probably not that much better dues to weight placement).

ians · 10-02-2012, 11:09 AM

Austin Healy Bugeye Sprite with an EJ20 from an 02 or 03 WRX bugeye.

RSti_Spyder · 10-03-2012, 12:39 AM

I am rear wheel drive using a Porsche 930 transaxle. We lengthened the rear trailing arms two inches over stock and moved the front axle line forward two inches to move more engine trans weight to center. Should handle pretty well. There is a build thread on this Conversion Forum. We should be able to post engine/turbo/AWIC/modified STi manifold soon.

Hondaslayer · 10-03-2012, 12:23 PM

Bear with me here, mine is a highly attainable albei very strange conversion.

I want to build a 97 Legacy Outback wagon LL-Bean edition.

Yes, I know it never existed.

Plan is SVX engine with full working AC (including climate control) with a complete tan / brown interior. Suspension would be load leveling from a Forester LL Bean which would maintain the original ride height.

Strange, yes, but it's an idea that has been brewing in my head for a long time.

That and a white STI V4 RA, completely pristine and show room stock.

geronimo81 · 10-04-2012, 11:13 PM

Subaru EE20 into a 2003 Land Rover Discovery II for the wife.
Subaru EE20 into a Porsche 914 for me.

Hondaslayer · 10-05-2012, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by geronimo81

Subaru EE20 into a 2003 Land Rover Discovery II for the wife.
Subaru EE20 into a Porsche 914 for me.

Well now, if we are talking Land Rovers lets go with a Cummins into a D110

trollarc · 10-11-2012, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Hondaslayer

Well now, if we are talking Land Rovers lets go with a Cummins into a D110

Bt4 or Bt6?

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Originally Posted by Falkonsti

EJ25 in a fiero

I think I would rather have a turbocharged 3800 series (from the reading the fastest fieros are gm 3800 series, and they have ls fieros out there).
Is the Ej25 said just because this is a subaru site? Or is there an advantage that I am missing (besides weight/fuel economy)? An EJ25 in a boxster (that was one of the unlucky ones whose OEM engine destroyed itself) would be pretty cool, too.

Falkonsti · 10-05-2012, 07:20 PM

EJ25 in a fiero

subieguy87 · 11-03-2012, 10:17 AM

ej257 in a cj-7

*edit* cj-257

PseudoKirby · 11-03-2012, 08:18 PM

1UZFE Powered Legacy Wagon

johnvan8 · 01-18-2013, 06:44 PM

Subaru flat 12 into Ferrari 308 GT4

vision.dynamix · 01-18-2013, 09:38 PM

LS7 into a GF Wagon

tee-tea · 01-18-2013, 09:47 PM

2jz in a gc8
ej25 in a supra

TurboLag23 · 03-23-2013, 02:03 PM

Would also love to drop an IS-F V8 + 6-speed manual into a BRZ.

Drifting Toyota GT 86 gets Lexus IS F engine - YouTube

Finish off with a Rocket Bunny kit.

saffarco · 04-26-2013, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tee-tea

2jz in a gc8

I would be a crazy car uncontrollable

TurboLag23 · 03-23-2013, 01:58 PM

Dream conversion:

Convert my 2004 Outback H6 LLBean to an S401 wagon. 6MT, full S401 body kit all around, repaint to WRB, and BBS RE's. Only thing that I would retain would be the EZ30D, and I would modify that with a twin-scroll turbo setup and forged internals.

Would then proceed to throw on some AST 4100 coilovers (if they fit), some AP Racing brakes, some extra chassis bracing, and some 2008+ STI front seats reupholstered in tan leather to match the rest of the interior.

Would finish off with an iPad mounted in the dash, MightyCarMods style.

manys · 03-23-2013, 03:07 PM

If we are talking about somewhat realistic budgets, only one thing comes to my mind.

Audi inline 5 24V turbo engine into WRX or GC8.

The best sounding engine ever!!

770 HP Audi Quattro S1 Group B Monster by ProSpeed Bulgaria - YouTube

I wish aftermarket parts, engines, and know-how would be more available in US just like in Europe. Only reasonable option here is 2JZ.

WhatTurboLag? · 03-23-2013, 03:16 PM

^^^^ that is actually VERY simple to do, well not simple but very possible. theres a audi Quattro replica in austrailia with a wrx frame/driveline and the inline 5 motor its sweet.

id love an I5 in my car and imo easier than a 2j and able to keep awd. and the aftermarket while little to none, again wouldn't be a huge deal. just a decent amount of custom work.

dream swap, awd 2j in my wrx. 2j rwd in my wrx, h6 turbo in my wrx.

09-30-2012, 11:41 PM	#1
SpinningAllFours Scooby Newbie Member#: 332829 Join Date: Sep 2012 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Tri-Cities, WA	Dream Conversions So I was just reading around the interwebs and saw some dude put a V8 into a Bug-eye wrx, and that gave me an idea for a fun little thread! If you had a large (But somewhat realistic) amount of money, what engine would you swap into your subaru? Personally I would put the 3.6L Flat six from the Porsche 996, how about you?

11-03-2012, 10:17 AM	#16
subieguy87 Scooby Specialist Member#: 153412 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Springfield,il Vehicle: 1998 Impreza wrxRS Black	ej257 in a cj-7 edit cj-257 Last edited by subieguy87; 11-03-2012 at 10:31 AM.

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09-30-2012, 11:55 PM	#2
trollarc Scooby Newbie Member#: 255667 Join Date: Aug 2010 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Hephzibah, GA Vehicle: 2004 Impreza Wrx STI Silver	Why would you do a Porsche H6 vice a subaru H6? The new subaru H6 is probably cheaper and easier- you might even be able to retain your current transmission. I think I would like to get an old subaru coupe with a Sti swap. Something like a BRZ except AWD, less road friendly, and more track ready.

10-01-2012, 01:16 AM	#3
antnygee Scooby Newbie Member#: 292161 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Omaha, Ne Vehicle: 2008 Impreza WRX Lightning Red	would like to see a 60's mustang with an ej257 and awd

10-01-2012, 10:28 PM	#4
CBXJ Scooby Newbie Member#: 265789 Join Date: Dec 2010 Chapter/Region: W. Canada Location: Calgary Alberta (near) Vehicle: 1997 o/bX2 & ImpzX2 RED, White, Blue Green	Sti powered brat. Ye ha!

10-02-2012, 10:25 AM	#6
shooting Scooby Newbie Member#: 82720 Join Date: Mar 2005 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: a mile high COLORADO! Vehicle: 1993 any 93 + subaru dirty or snowy	someday i will build a subaru powered carmen gia. i think its the same engine, trans setup as ina bug. and those have been done. finally my suby engine will get 30+ mpg!!!

10-02-2012, 11:02 AM	#7
RSti_Spyder NASIOC Supporter Member#: 120907 Join Date: Jul 2006 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: One and a Half Miles up... Vehicle: 2012 Meyers Manx #85 1400 Lb 930 Trans 04 STi	Sti powered tube frame Meyers Manx dunebuggy. Oh wait I am already building it...

10-02-2012, 11:09 AM	#9
ians Scooby Newbie Member#: 64173 Join Date: Jun 2004 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: MA Vehicle: 2011 Impreza WRX lightning Red	Austin Healy Bugeye Sprite with an EJ20 from an 02 or 03 WRX bugeye.

10-03-2012, 12:39 AM	#10
RSti_Spyder NASIOC Supporter Member#: 120907 Join Date: Jul 2006 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: One and a Half Miles up... Vehicle: 2012 Meyers Manx #85 1400 Lb 930 Trans 04 STi	I am rear wheel drive using a Porsche 930 transaxle. We lengthened the rear trailing arms two inches over stock and moved the front axle line forward two inches to move more engine trans weight to center. Should handle pretty well. There is a build thread on this Conversion Forum. We should be able to post engine/turbo/AWIC/modified STi manifold soon.

10-03-2012, 12:23 PM	#11
Hondaslayer Brain Stew Moderator Member#: 4562 Join Date: Feb 2001 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Auburn, WA Vehicle: 1998 Forester,lifted 1975 VW Westfalia tin top	Bear with me here, mine is a highly attainable albei very strange conversion. I want to build a 97 Legacy Outback wagon LL-Bean edition. Yes, I know it never existed. Plan is SVX engine with full working AC (including climate control) with a complete tan / brown interior. Suspension would be load leveling from a Forester LL Bean which would maintain the original ride height. Strange, yes, but it's an idea that has been brewing in my head for a long time. That and a white STI V4 RA, completely pristine and show room stock.

10-04-2012, 11:13 PM	#12
geronimo81 Scooby Newbie Member#: 154586 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: San Ramon Vehicle: 1996 ej22 Outback White	Subaru EE20 into a 2003 Land Rover Discovery II for the wife. Subaru EE20 into a Porsche 914 for me.

10-05-2012, 07:20 PM	#15
Falkonsti Scooby Newbie Member#: 153343 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: LI/Bing Vehicle: 08 SpecB QSM	EJ25 in a fiero

11-03-2012, 08:18 PM	#17
PseudoKirby Scooby Newbie Member#: 203835 Join Date: Feb 2009 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: California Vehicle: 1993 GC Impreza and 1992 MR2 Turbo SMG T-tops	1UZFE Powered Legacy Wagon

01-18-2013, 06:44 PM	#18
johnvan8 Scooby Newbie Member#: 340778 Join Date: Dec 2012	Subaru flat 12 into Ferrari 308 GT4

01-18-2013, 09:38 PM	#19
vision.dynamix NASIOC Supporter Member#: 139955 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: #BostonStrong Vehicle: # OneBoston	LS7 into a GF Wagon

01-18-2013, 09:47 PM	#20
tee-tea Scooby Newbie Member#: 328853 Join Date: Aug 2012 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: Vancouver Vehicle: 2000 2.5rs	2jz in a gc8 ej25 in a supra

03-23-2013, 01:58 PM	#23
TurboLag23 Scooby Newbie Member#: 347343 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: SoCal Vehicle: 2004 Outback H6 White	Dream conversion: Convert my 2004 Outback H6 LLBean to an S401 wagon. 6MT, full S401 body kit all around, repaint to WRB, and BBS RE's. Only thing that I would retain would be the EZ30D, and I would modify that with a twin-scroll turbo setup and forged internals. Would then proceed to throw on some AST 4100 coilovers (if they fit), some AP Racing brakes, some extra chassis bracing, and some 2008+ STI front seats reupholstered in tan leather to match the rest of the interior. Would finish off with an iPad mounted in the dash, MightyCarMods style.

03-23-2013, 03:16 PM	#25
WhatTurboLag? Scooby Specialist Member#: 243992 Join Date: Apr 2010 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Morton Grove, Illinois Vehicle: 2006 WRX TR WRB	^^^^ that is actually VERY simple to do, well not simple but very possible. theres a audi Quattro replica in austrailia with a wrx frame/driveline and the inline 5 motor its sweet. id love an I5 in my car and imo easier than a 2j and able to keep awd. and the aftermarket while little to none, again wouldn't be a huge deal. just a decent amount of custom work. dream swap, awd 2j in my wrx. 2j rwd in my wrx, h6 turbo in my wrx.