Date:         Tue, 26 Apr 2005 11:25:46 -0600
Reply-To:     jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
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From:         jimt <camper@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Subie - low clearance?
Comments: To: Eric Olson <mountainroad@RMI.NET>
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On 4/25/05 21:48, "Eric Olson" <mountainroad@RMI.NET> wrote:

> Eric Olson wrote:
> 
>>> . . . get Subaru engine, kit and install.Easy part.Lots of help
>> available
> 
> 
> I have checked out that list and will get back on it once I peek under
> this rock a while.
> 
> What about clearance?  I hear you lose a few inches with the Subie.  Is
> there any suspension adjustment to compensate or is that just not a good
> idea (or too expensive?).
> 
> Any other drawback to consider (besides not keeping my mechanic in
> business)?
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Eric - Colorado
> 
> 

I have not modified my oil pan at all.  Have traveled some rather rough
unimproved roads with no difficulty when taken easy.  Only time I have
banged the oil pan is backing out of my own driveway to fast.

Just finished an unimproved trip up to Virginia Dale this weekend.

I am however looking at raising my rear about an inch with some spacers.
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