LLBean Posted June 3, 2010 Share Posted June 3, 2010 The Perrin build had it's issues, if you read the article carefully -> finding a ECU for a turbo 6 is challenging (I admit though that it is possible). I can imagine finding one for a turbo 3.6 even more difficult. Anyone hear if Subaru is coming out with a turbo 3.6? I do not know why they wouldn't just do it. It's not like these autos get outstanding fuel economy - might as well go for wht you are good at: lots of power + all-wheel-drive = fun. It's always entertaining to see a wagon beat a disco sled at a light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 theres no replacement for displacement right? haha Obviously you have never driven a turbo'd Honda civic have you. A buddy's has run 8.50 at 180mph in the 1/4 mile, yes it's streetable. Most of the faster one's run high 8's and 9's. Our 1.6L ran 9.85. OP it's much easier to make your GT faster with the current engine. I hope you have that figured out by now. For an ECU does AEM make one for 6's http://www.aemelectronics.com/engine-management-9/ 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...
jagcars26 Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 I don't believe anyone has mentioned that the front suspension would have to be beefed up as well fr the extra weight of the six. IMO this is one goofy idea fr a swap considering all the cost and potential problems involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtmenace Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 i can make you guys 2.5 I turbo kits .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 i can make you guys 2.5 I turbo kits .. Damn our non-turbo cross members! But I guess the good side is we can only use rotated setups or rather make our own rotated setups. My vote is for VF39 (we only need 5-7 lbs boost) or other small turbo then figure out the ECU side of things. You do all those things for under $3K in a kit or cheaper BAM! you got yourself a good thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 I don't believe anyone has mentioned that the front suspension would have to be beefed up as well fr the extra weight of the six. IMO this is one goofy idea fr a swap considering all the cost and potential problems involved. Well i wonder what the difference is from the factory? Info seems scarce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted June 4, 2010 Author Share Posted June 4, 2010 DONT WORRIE ABOUT THE FRONT SPRINGS ! the motor is probably only 40 lbs heavier if that ! 3K for 2.5 i set ups .. humm feaseable .. are the 2.5 i computers hackable like the 2.5gt computers ? Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted June 4, 2010 Author Share Posted June 4, 2010 here is weight diffrences from the book .. keep in mind the 3.0 r has no turbo and intercooler .. so weight diffrnece 35 lbs .. Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 DONT WORRIE ABOUT THE FRONT SPRINGS ! the motor is probably only 40 lbs heavier if that ! 3K for 2.5 i set ups .. humm feaseable .. are the 2.5 i computers hackable like the 2.5gt computers ? hahaha feasible I like that it's better than "could be possible" really parts wise and if we had a notched x-member we could get the turbo parts for under $600 used (LGT manifold, UP, DP,BCS, and coolant, oil lines, etc) we would still need a FMIC unless we got a scooped hood. The ECU can be hacked b/c the Impreza 2.5i ECU has been plus you can OS tune a 2.5i. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagcars26 Posted June 4, 2010 Share Posted June 4, 2010 It's only feasable if you have a fat wallet and don't know what to do with your money. Like myself and others have said before,just trade your car in for a 3.0 r. This thread is like a high school debate class ,I'm gone,have fun with your swap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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