>For what it is worth, I also thing the legacy engine would make a better >choice. Correct me if I am wrong but did the 6 cylinder come only in the >SVX? If so you will have to consider the avaliability and cost of the >engine and replacement parts. Not to mention, the strain on the drive >train, you will also need a brake system upgrade to stop the >shoe box when you are doing 100+ with 7 people, while pulling the trailer >and the A/C blasting. Also subaru no longer produces the SUX? > Forget to mention fuel consumption? Single digit MPG results are not funy. Better throw in a new, larger tank in that list of modifications.
Kelly Bauman Delta, BC '91 Westy
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