Smithcraft Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 It looks like my oil supply line from the head is toast. I haven't even started to look at the FSM to see what I get to remove to replace it. I'm wondering if I should go with the OEM hard line, or an aftermarket option like the IAG lines? Also, any advice for this? SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitrzac Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 Intake manifold and turbo for sure. If you haven't done that, count on an all day operation and buy a 10mm gearwrench. I would just replace it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 I'm still using the stock oil feed. You do have the service manual don't you ? You can also see them on the vendors parts thread in the sticky's. http://parts.subaru.com/Subaru_2008_Legacy25L-TURBO-6MT-4WDGT-Limited-Sedan/Engine-and-Cooling.html 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...
Gex Posted November 23, 2016 Share Posted November 23, 2016 The IAG line is the way to go. The old line can be removed without removing the intake manifold. You just have to cut it into a few pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithcraft Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 If I go with the IAG, then I think the intake has to come off. From what I can tell, I have the B style oil line, which is the single oil line from the front of the head going back to the turbo connection fitting (the 07 and newer style). I wish it was the style with the oil line coming out of the back of the head. I'd have the IAG part on order already! Yes, Max I do have the FSM. At the time I was too annoyed/pissed off/depressed about the situation to dig into it. I contacted JMP and he was thinking out of the box and has suggested making a third line to go in between the supply line and the turbo line using compression unions, so that might be the way to go. SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 Compression fittings is what I was thinking as I'm reading the last post. I use then all the time at work. 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...
Smithcraft Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 That's what JMP called them, and it looks like that's the term for the ones that are basically end to end patch connections. I figured I'd already reached my max on daily stupidity, so I just said what he said! SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merc6 Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 How much different is IAG to IP&T V2? 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...
Smithcraft Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 The IP&T is the Infamous kit right? If it is, it's discontinued so it might not be worth comparing. SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 There are any number of places to buy fittings and hose and make up your own lines. Its easier then you would think. I made all the fuel, oil and coolant lines to the turbo on the race car. Summit Racing, Jegs, etc. google search 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...
Code Posted November 24, 2016 Share Posted November 24, 2016 http://Www.atpturbo.com This site was useful when I was searching for parts n pieces for my stg3 stuff. They have tons of options for -an fittings, lines, banjos, and even a flare nut adapter to mate to the stock oil supply. "Striving to better, oft we mar what's well." - Bill Shakespeare - car modder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithcraft Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 Thanks guys! I was just looking locally (Fastenal/Grainger) and not much was coming up in that size. Google is being as inversely specific as I am being specific! SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted November 25, 2016 Share Posted November 25, 2016 I may have half a IAG oil line kit. Might have what you need... Banjo to back of head then to top of turbo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithcraft Posted November 25, 2016 Author Share Posted November 25, 2016 I'll have to think about that Gex! Thanks for the offer! SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithcraft Posted November 26, 2016 Author Share Posted November 26, 2016 Gex, is that the 12mm fitting, or the 10mm fitting? SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gex Posted November 26, 2016 Share Posted November 26, 2016 It is the 10mm banjo fitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithcraft Posted November 26, 2016 Author Share Posted November 26, 2016 Sweet! I'll go for it! SC 1994 Legacy MI 2008 Legacy GT specB 2023 Crosstrek Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merc6 Posted November 29, 2016 Share Posted November 29, 2016 The IP&T is the Infamous kit right? If it is, it's discontinued so it might not be worth comparing. SC Accidentally disclosed how long I horde parts Guess I'll read up more to see how it is. 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...
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