bersa2 Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Looking at around $3500 to replace the engine. Not sure what a rebuild would run or if there is a good mechanic in OK. It ran very low on oil and I'm sure a connecting rod bearing failed. What would a rebuild run? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike07LGT Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Is it a GT ? 03 WRB WRX (RIP) 04 JBP STI (sold) 07 DGM Legacy GT (RIP) 12 OBP STI (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Is it a GT ? If yes, its worth saving. See my Shopping List. If no, roast marshmallows over the burning shell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 2, 2014 Author Share Posted December 2, 2014 Not a GT, not even a turbo, but I still owe on it and I need it to run again. Is there a reference on motors that will fit? 2009 2.5 Auto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/idea-web-links-saved-various-parts-219238p8.html Post 113 in the IDEA sticky link above has listings for various places for complete used engines with warranties. You should easily be able to find an N/A engine there. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 2, 2014 Author Share Posted December 2, 2014 It's probably not likely I can just replace my engine with a turbo version while keeping the same transmission is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 It's probably not likely I can just replace my engine with a turbo version while keeping the same transmission is it? Don't even start, dude. Not possible. Aside from all the extra stuff you'd need to make it work --headers, UP, DP, etc, all the engine and body electronics-- its nearly twice the cost to rebuild a turbo engine. I would do awful things to only have to pay $3500 for a rebuilt turbo motor. Ours start at 5k, and are typically about 6-7 by the time its all said and done - Pay the man, count yourself lucky you have an easier out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike07LGT Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I must ask how did the engine manage to run low on oil enough to blow up in the first place? These cars use oil gotta get in the habit of checking it more frequently, or get an oil pressure gauge if you don't wanna pop the hood and check it every gas fill up...otherwise you might put yourself in the same situation again after you put another engine in 03 WRB WRX (RIP) 04 JBP STI (sold) 07 DGM Legacy GT (RIP) 12 OBP STI (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I must ask how did the engine manage to run low on oil enough to blow up in the first place? These cars use oil gotta get in the habit of checking it more frequently, or get an oil pressure gauge if you don't wanna pop the hood and check it every gas fill up...otherwise you might put yourself in the same situation again after you put another engine in Seems to me, one would have to be mighty derelict in their duties to quickly forget such a lesson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nm Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Just get a junkyard motor, ideally with some sort of warranty. That's gonna be the cheapest. And keep an eye on your fluids. edit: $3500 is about in the ballpark, though I dunno what an NA engine goes for used. I assume it would be cheaper than an EJ257, but maybe not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike07LGT Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Seems to me, one would have to be mighty derelict in their duties to quickly forget such a lesson. I'm sure it's happened before lol 03 WRB WRX (RIP) 04 JBP STI (sold) 07 DGM Legacy GT (RIP) 12 OBP STI (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 www.car-part.com I think is the link to junk yards. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leviman Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 Just get a junkyard motor, ideally with some sort of warranty. That's gonna be the cheapest. And keep an eye on your fluids. edit: $3500 is about in the ballpark, though I dunno what an NA engine goes for used. I assume it would be cheaper than an EJ257, but maybe not? Dunno about used, but if I recall they can actually be more expensive. They're not cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRM Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 hey bersa2, I pm'd you on a good place to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YeuEmMaiMai Posted December 2, 2014 Share Posted December 2, 2014 I just let the Subaru dealer do it when mine started to leak and was already suffering from piston slap. by the time you look at quality rebuilt engines and the amount of things that would have to be swapped, you will be in the same ballpark. I paid $2.7K for the engine teardown and rebuild. It has been running fine ever since. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 6, 2014 Author Share Posted December 6, 2014 The plan now is a rebuild, A co-worker just rebuilt his son's Impreza motor and offered to help me rebuild mine. The only fee is beer so it's hard to pass on. I'm just rebuilding a boring grocery getter so mostly stock parts, maybe race bearings since I can't keep standard ones in good working order Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BL5BO Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 good luck! Sorry to hear about the car though My "Alpine White" 06 LGT: The Kabigon [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 9, 2014 Author Share Posted December 9, 2014 Are all 2.5 connecting rods built the same? Can I use a set of turbo rods in my non turbo motor? What year of engine will be compatible with a 2009's connecting rods? Thanks for any help with this project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTris Posted December 9, 2014 Share Posted December 9, 2014 Are all 2.5 connecting rods built the same? Can I use a set of turbo rods in my non turbo motor? What year of engine will be compatible with a 2009's connecting rods? Thanks for any help with this project. Don't overcomplicate this, dude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 9, 2014 Author Share Posted December 9, 2014 Not trying to complicate the rebuild, the rods I see for sale are pull offs from turbo cars when someone upgrades to H beam or I beam rods. Just want to make sure they will fit in my motor or if they are not compatible. http://www.ebay.com/itm/111523173089?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/fs-ma-used-06-lgt-crankshaft-connecting-rods-233462.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merc6 Posted December 9, 2014 Share Posted December 9, 2014 I believe, what he is saying don't sink a bunch of money into this motor as you aren't building it for boost or even race conditions outside of the average on ramp WOT to merge into traffic. Do what you need to do to get her back running w/o taking shortcuts and you should be fine. Shortcuts got me into a Chevy, LOL! 2005 Satin White Pearl Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Unlimited 5EAT (Project Car) 2019 Agate Black Ford Explorer XLT 4WD (DD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 9, 2014 Author Share Posted December 9, 2014 I agree completely. A new set of stock rods will run me about $280 shipped, a set of good condition used rods about $100 shipped. I understand they are beefier but my main interest in them is that are available. Motor is coming out this weekend, maybe broken down Sunday, we'll see how bad I hosed it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bersa2 Posted December 23, 2014 Author Share Posted December 23, 2014 New crank, rings, bearings, oil pump, thermostat, head bolts, and most importantly a new oil pressure sending unit are heading my way. Still need a gasket set, timing kit, and connecting rods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted December 23, 2014 Share Posted December 23, 2014 Who's doing the machine work on the block and heads ? 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted December 24, 2014 Share Posted December 24, 2014 Build it completely stock except for: Stud the heads with ARP studs. It will make sure that your head gaskets live a long and uneventful life Inspect the oil pickup tube completely and thoroughly and make sure it's not cracked anywhere. If it is, purchase an aftermarket from one of a couple places-Moroso, Covert Performance, or Killer B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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