Soarin

I've read the entire thread and couldn't find if this was asked.

If there is metal in the oil pan and even if things like the pan, oil cooler, oil pick up lines, banjo bolts, AVCS solenoid are replaced and the motor is flushed out; would it be a good thought to replace the rod bearings anyways?

My 06 LGT turbo died while I was on the road to pick up a new aluminium radiator and since this is my daily I want to know what would be the best way to not have issues post new turbo.

I've decided to go with a Mishimoto aluminium radiator, specifically model #MMRAD-STI-08 with an external transmission cooler for the 5EAT in my 06 LGT. Reviews look good and it'll fit with the stock fans.

I'm looking at B&M SuperCoolers because of the bypass flow for cold temperatures. In Reno it can swing from around 5 at the coldest in the winter to about 105 at the highest in the summer.

I'm open to suggestions for trans coolers. I've read Hayden is a great name as well.

Thanks in advance for all info posted and happy holidays.

I'm only bumping to have found out this is the filter for the Manifold Ambient Pressure sensor and can also get clogged and worn out. I put in new hoses for it since one became so brittle it cracked in half. Time for another trip to the dealer on Monday.

SPeC.B_MaZTer, I got as far as I could from the front by the airbox. So, not really far and I'm figuring that what you did is easiest. I'm going into a subaru specialist in June, I'll just have them do it. I know what is and isn't in my reach.

I can't get to the three connections closest to the turbo. The clamp for the BOV isn't facing up like I expected. Nothing I have can get to it. I did find another vacuum/air leak with this thing. Is it direction specific? It's on two short hose lines above the purge valve and behind the alternator.

Man, all of the other posts almost make this look too scary to attempt. I got the new OEM inlet today and I like the tip on how to get it on the turbo with a 90° tool. I'll keep that in mind.

I'll also start early with a fresh pot of coffee just in case I have to take a short walk to the parts store.

Sounds like this is a bit of a challenge. I look forward to it. I should be fine hand size wise. I changed the purge valve down there and only took off the alternator cover.

 

Anything else I should know or be aware of?

That's what I'm thinking. I'll be calling and going to the dealer tomorrow.

Is this thing a nightmare to install from what I've heard?

 

I'm going to install my new intercooler next weekend and I already figure this is going to be easier with that off.

I need to replace mine asap regardless of the best reccomendation. I had a turbo coolant leak so the plastic looks beat up and while changing the Purge Valve I found out one of the vacuum lines to the inlet was already broken, but taped over. It's been that way for years

 

I was thinking of the Mishimoto one because of the metal nipples on for vacuum lines and what not. Is that one better? Should I just go with my original choice of Perrin?

 

Lastly, is this relatively easy to self install? I have to go to a Subaru shop anyways to add saggy butt spacers in the beginning of June, but could always push forward my appointment.

 

Lastly, thanks in advance to everyone who comments.