I know it's been covered, but I'm very keen on doing a Scooby conversion. Is that better?

Discussion in 'Mech Tech' started by Grazzer, Aug 22, 2013.

  1. kev

    kev

    ngines from automatic Subaru’s can quite easily be converted to manual spec (by adding a flywheel and clutch, plus a couple of other bits and pieces). The conversion is slightly more involved for a Subaru turbo engine, as the clutches work very differently. It is also necessary to convert to a hydraulic clutch system (if your VW doesn’t have one already), if you are using a turbo engine. Note there will be a lot more complications when fitting a turbo Subaru engine due to the position of the turbo equipment
    A1: Any 4 or 6 cylinder SOHC or DOHC Subaru engine from a 1990 onwards manual transmission donor car, naturally aspirated or turbocharged. Engines from automatic Subaru’s can quite easily be converted to manual spec (by adding a flywheel and clutch, plus a couple of other bits and pieces). The conversion is slightly more involved for a Subaru turbo engine, as the clutches work very differently. It is also necessary to convert to a hydraulic clutch system (if your VW doesn’t have one already), if you are using a turbo engine. Note there will be a lot more complications when fitting a turbo Subaru engine due to the position of the turbo equipment
     
  2. kev

    kev

    Any 4 or 6 cylinder SOHC or DOHC Subaru engine from a 1990 onwards manual transmission donor car, naturally aspirated or turbocharged. Engines from automatic Subaru’s can quite easily be converted to manual spec (by adding a flywheel and clutch, plus a couple of other bits and pieces). The conversion is slightly more involved for a Subaru turbo engine, as the clutches work very differently. It is also necessary to convert to a hydraulic clutch system (if your VW doesn’t have one already), if you are using a turbo engine. Note there will be a lot more complications when fitting a turbo Subaru engine due to the position of the turbo equipment LINK.
     
  3. kev

    kev

    pretty sure you would have to pay the vat but then clAIM IT BACK ON THE WAY OUT THE COUNTRY
     
  4. Ok, so non turbo manual it is then
    :)
     
  5. kev

    kev

    im more than happy with my 2 litre its fast enough for me and good on fuel

    i wanted mine to be a family van this is why i didnt fit turbo
     
  6. You'll need a flywheel I think.
    Contact Richard at www.rjes.com He's a wizard genius.
     
  7. :)
    Haven't been online for a while, good to see your progress and pictures, my engine is an unknown and came with the camper. I plan to keep mine air-cooled for the summer and do the work as a winter project. Trying to find out as much beforehand hence the questions and interest as don't won't my camper to be off the road too long. (and worried it will be!)

    How did the 091 box marry up to the engine with the bellhousing, did you need to shorten the input shaft?

    Kevs rad conversion looks simple, not a scooby rad by the looks of it though. still need to decide re that and wondering whether the heater duct needs to come out to fit

    At this rate you will have sorted out all the issues for me before I start mine! ;)
     
  8. kev

    kev

    How did the 091 box marry up to the engine with the bellhousing, did you need to shorten the input shaft? my shaft was just the right length so it bolted straight on

    Kevs rad conversion looks simple, not a scooby rad by the looks of it though. still need to decide re that and wondering whether the heater duct needs to come out to fit

    im pretty sure my rad is from a scooby

    At this rate you will have sorted out all the issues for me before I start mine! ;)[/quote] where getting there
     
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  9. Ok it looks very different from mine and tig welded aluminium so maybe an aftermarket one?

    mine looks like this SUB RAD.JPG
     
  10. Silly question time..
    Have any Scoobie conversion owners strengthened the VW clutch cross shaft as it's only spot welded and the clutch is heavier duty?
     
  11. kev

    kev

    no i havnt and ive not heard of anybody doing it

    my clutch isnt heavy
     
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  12. kev

    kev

    think you right about it being a aftermarket
     
  13. Thanks Kev, I ask because it is recommended on the Rjes bellhouse fitting CD and with my welding skills it's not something I want to attempt.
     
  14. You showed me yours so I thought I'd show you mine.. Radiator that is. Came out of a 2001 legacy.[​IMG]
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  15. That actually looks quite compact, and twin fans a bonus too. I want to use the original but note the hose ports come out at 90 deg which may mean buying elbows to make a straight line out, also making the assembly taller. much depends on what it looks like in situ, but I would think ports exiting inline with the core would be better?

    Well I bit the bullet and picked up my RJES Bellhousing kit last week.

    I did ask Richard a few questions which I will pass on just in case they are helpful.
    He did'nt consider the late upper enginer bracket to be absolutey necessary for smaller subaru engine sizes 2.0L or under
    Some triming in the area of the upper bracket is likely
    Reversing coolant manifold is not applicable for late bay
    The hot airducting will need to come out to make room for the radiator
    Seemed OK with the original rad being used plumbing permitting
    Bellhousing fits 3 and 6 rib 091 box. (also confirmed on this forum).
     
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  16. ^
    @gazza747
    nice work keep us posted :thumbsup:
     
  17. kev

    kev

    i think this will be to low due to the depth of the fans {im guessing}
     
  18. kev

    kev

    i went out in mine yesterday opened it up a bit and the temp rose a bit , i wasnt to worried thou as it was red hot yesterday
    but this morning i thought i would have a look to make sure everthing was ok with the scoop and rad .
    i thought i would flush out the rad to see how much crud was in there as the rads laid flat for three years now
    once i had removed the scoop i found it to be a bit battered and in need of some welding
    i then looked at the fans to find a few fins broken off so im guessing this is why the temp rose up yesterday
    so while its all off here is some pics of my dining room table diy jobbie

    my rad is 700x 450 x 50

    fans are 400 and 300

    scoop is folded steel
    20140713_113404.jpg 20140713_113820.jpg 20140713_113827.jpg 20140713_113833.jpg 20140713_114116.jpg
     
  19. kev

    kev

    20140713_120301.jpg 20140713_120314.jpg 20140713_120332.jpg 20140713_120339.jpg 20140713_120432.jpg 20140713_120031.jpg 20140713_120039.jpg 20140713_120043.jpg and my scoop 20140713_120031.jpg 20140713_120039.jpg 20140713_120043.jpg

    pipework under van plus my sump
     
    Last edited: Jul 13, 2014
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  20. Baysearcher

    Baysearcher [secret moderator]

    Blimey, that fan is buggered!!
     

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