cmdetailing Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 Hmm, where to start seems to always be the question when writing a paper (which is what this feels like...) I don't get on here much but here is the summary. Last year I had purchased my Legacy, now I would have liked a manual but this car had the lowest miles in a 500 mile radius and was in budget. Upon my way home to get the car on a lift to do some checking and maintenance, the turbo detonated from a clogged banjo bolt. Safe to say I was not a happy camper, but stuff happens from people not taking care of their vehicles. Being the busy grad student that I am, I knew it would be sometime before I would get a chance to fix the car. Granted this is not my first subaru, but my first time rebuilding the motor. Fast forward to now I have acquired a mountain of parts and hoping to get this beauty running again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdetailing Posted May 10, 2015 Author Share Posted May 10, 2015 Some more pics of my new goodies to put on the car. I kinda went on a buying spree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdetailing Posted May 10, 2015 Author Share Posted May 10, 2015 Also my front half shafts are both split, was going to remove them then a bolt sheered on the drivers side... Any suggestions on how to get out and I cant find the part number. Its the lower control arm bolt I guess? I am having trouble loading the pic but will try later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 http://people.csail.mit.edu/ilh/vacation/ leave the stock intake on the car, get a new oil return hose from the turbo. I bolt the turbo to the up pipe, makes things easier. 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...
cmdetailing Posted May 11, 2015 Author Share Posted May 11, 2015 http://people.csail.mit.edu/ilh/vacation/ leave the stock intake on the car, get a new oil return hose from the turbo. I bolt the turbo to the up pipe, makes things easier. I have the IAG kit for the oil return line, and it didnt come with the stock intake. That polished one is the one that was on the car when I bought it. I dont plan on using it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdetailing Posted May 17, 2015 Author Share Posted May 17, 2015 So basically one of the cam bolts in beyond removal. I have tried drilling, cutting, and everything in the book to remove this bolt. I am about to just go and buy a new cylinder head... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 So how did you finally get the last bolt out, you didn't say in the PM ? 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...
Max Capacity Posted May 17, 2015 Share Posted May 17, 2015 http://people.csail.mit.edu/ilh/vacation/ Not sure you have the service manual... 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...
cmdetailing Posted May 18, 2015 Author Share Posted May 18, 2015 So how did you finally get the last bolt out, you didn't say in the PM ? Took a big nut and welded it on there. Then it came out with ease. I bought the FSM off someone for the pdf version, thing is long lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 Do you know where to get the new bolts from to re-assemble the gears ? There's a link in Jmp's thread, in the sticky in the 4th gen forum. 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...
cmdetailing Posted May 20, 2015 Author Share Posted May 20, 2015 Do you know where to get the new bolts from to re-assemble the gears ? There's a link in Jmp's thread, in the sticky in the 4th gen forum. Picked up a new bolt and exhaust gear at my nearby Subie dealership. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdetailing Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 Random Pics if anyone is interested hehe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Remember to remove the banjo bolt filters, both of them. 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...
cmdetailing Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 Remember to remove the banjo bolt filters, both of them. I removed both of them, also what is your recommended oil change wise for the break in? I have some REDLINE break in fluid and lots of Castrol oil and some Subaru Filters ready to go. I was thinking 100 miles, 1000 miles, and then normal 3,500 miles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 After the first 20 minutes of run time, then I think I went 500 miles, then drove a 1500 miles. Then went with Amsoil 5w-40 European Full SAPS. Next change was at 4000 miles, then 6000 miles. Then to my normal 7-8000 miles OCI. I just checked my little note pad that I keep a record in. 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...
cmdetailing Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 After the first 20 minutes of run time, then I think I went 500 miles, then drove a 1500 miles. Then went with Amsoil 5w-40 European Full SAPS. Next change was at 4000 miles, then 6000 miles. Then to my normal 7-8000 miles OCI. I just checked my little note pad that I keep a record in. Think I would be okay starting on synthetic? This is the additive I am adding. I only use a half a bottle with each oil fill. http://www.redlineoil.com/product.aspx?pid=121&pcid=21 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 That should be fine, but most of us just use a good oil. I used Castrol GTX for the first oil changes. 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...
cmdetailing Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 Does anyone know that part number for the bolts that are used to bolt the front Knuckle to the front hubs? One of my had some stripped threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/subaru-oem-parts-catalog-online-exploded-views-opposed-forces-130411.html Your local dealer would also know just stop in there. Bring your VIN. They like to ask for it. 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...
Max Capacity Posted June 15, 2015 Share Posted June 15, 2015 http://opposedforces.com/parts/legacy/us_b13/type_5/suspension_and_axle/front_axle/illustration_1/ try that. 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...
cmdetailing Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 http://opposedforces.com/parts/legacy/us_b13/type_5/suspension_and_axle/front_axle/illustration_1/ try that. Thanks! I believe it is the flange bolt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted June 16, 2015 Share Posted June 16, 2015 While your at the dealership pick up some bolts to bolt the turbo to t e up pipe. May be some new nuts for the DP at the hot side of the turbo too. Remember to use anti-seize on all threads. 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...
cmdetailing Posted June 17, 2015 Author Share Posted June 17, 2015 While your at the dealership pick up some bolts to bolt the turbo to t e up pipe. May be some new nuts for the DP at the hot side of the turbo too. Remember to use anti-seize on all threads. Yeah I have been using anti-seize on pretty much everything. The Grimmspeed up pipe came with new nuts and studs. Ill have to look into getting new nus for the downpipe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmdetailing Posted June 23, 2015 Author Share Posted June 23, 2015 Some pics of my progress over the weekend. I dont have the rats nest of hoses done yet tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTBwrench Posted June 23, 2015 Share Posted June 23, 2015 Yeah I have been using anti-seize on pretty much everything. The Grimmspeed up pipe came with new nuts and studs. Ill have to look into getting new nus for the downpipe. Stainless steel hardware will make things 100x easier if you ever need to disassemble again. Definitely worth the extra cost. Build looks like it's coming along nicely! MTBwrench's Stage 3 5EAT #racewagon 266awhp/255awtq @17.5psi, Tuned By Graham of Boosted Performance Everyone knows what I taste like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.