Date:         Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:11:28 -0800
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From:         Troy <colorworks@GCI.NET>
Subject:      Re: Dead and dying WBX- What's a Subie transplant cost?
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<<> I have a Subaru 2.2 ('90) rebuild that cost me about $4K plus another
$3K
> for all the rest (harness, I had no core for the motor, exhaust and other
> conversion parts that I got from Mastercraft that included Small Car SS
> exhaust header/entire SS system, shortened oil pan, KEP adapter and intake
> system). So mine was right at $7K. Been well worth it despite some
> "sorting
> out" that seems to be average. Very reliable conversion but the Bostig
> Zetec
> is also, and quite a bit simpler. It has very convenient diagnostic system
> properties that do not come with the Subaru, unless the Vanaru "kit" does
> (Subie conversion outfit and very good, reliable, thorough). Hans is "the
> guy" there. Tom Shiels did my harness and he's outstanding to work with. I
> still talk by phone with him on issues having to do with the Subaru
> conversions but nothing to do with the harness he provided. Very helpful
> and
> kind.

I purchased a Subaru conversion from Hans at Vanaru. The cost was $6800
including the exhaust, and this particular 2.2 had only 10,000 miles on it.
I like the fact that they test all their engines before shipping. Hans was
extremely helpful before, during, and after the sale. Even helped me out
with an Audiovox cruise control, which I could not have installed without
his help. The Subaru's from vanaru have an easily accessible plug-in for OBD
II. Great engine. The reason I bought mine is of the abundant of Subaru
vehicles here in Alaska. Subarus are probably the most common vehicle up
here and with good reason. If they can handle 40 and 50 below temperatures
(and they do) it gives you some indication of just how reliable they are.
Rock solid design. I would purchase another one in a heartbeat. My daily
drive is a 2002 outback with a 2.5. Great vehicle!

Troy in Fairbanks,
89 Westy, Subie 2.2