To anyone watching this now, there were lots of extra parts I had to get after this video, if you want to see an updated parts video, like this comment!
thumbs up man! quality content is coming on youtube soon with this turbo build! just don't ask too much to that engine, 20psi is gonna throw cams and rods up to the ceiling!
U also need a camshaft stage 10 and crankshaft racing, methanol injectors, waste gates, air filter stage 10 pistons and Manifold stage 12 Down pipe and full exhaust stage 18 and replace the turbo with a stage 24 twin turbo, stage 34 engine Block, and stage stage 5 intercooler and full engine stage 100 total HP 6,000 and 4.0L engine
I haven't watched the subie vids yet, but I have to say dude your hitting every topic on I've been looking for. You're my go-to youtube channel guy now. haha. Excellent work man. Keep it up.
My guess is this shit blew up, I've boosted NA subaru motors the same way over 15 times and literally blew the heads off my block with ARP head studs, cracked cylinder walls, detonated pistons, threw rods, shoved a valve through the valve covers and that was all on 8 psi Fast as fuck, but itll also blow up fast as fuck. Not worth it, dont do it!
@@hunterjames9428 depends on how you build it. If it's an NA block that's open deck itll have issues but if its semi closed deck and has decent internals it may be fine. NA blocks are weak, the cylinder walls are prone to flex because they're is nothing keeping them stable to the block. Just open coolant journals. Also youd have to probably port the heads a little bit to help with flow but that's neither here nor there. I've done this quite a few times with stock compression, stock block and it never lasts that long but it is a different kind of fast for a Subaru.
I've driven it close to 10,000 miles on 5psi with no engine problems. I am thinking about turning it up to 8psi soon though so that might be the nail in my ej's coffin. We'll see
I'll pray for you on this install. something tells me it's not gonna be an overnight thing. Also I would seriously consider fuel and engine management before installing this kit. otherwise without a tune it's gonna run like crap. It's not just the PSI that kills motors but the improper tuning.
The UEL headers link isn't working... any idea a part number? Also is this the 2.0 or the 2.5? I think the headers are different sizes but I'm not really sure.
Where's the extra parts Video and if I have a 2008impreza 2.5i sedan any tips for the turboing of it like maybe be careful as I won't be able to get it tuned right away
I wouldn’t run anymore then 12 to 14psi & that’s still pushing it on stock block internals we’re not made to handle boost , If you want the head gaskets to blow in 2 months run 20psi
Wow! Seems pretty cool lol I bought a 2007 Impreza 2.5i that was a previous project from a friend of mine. It's currently running a EJ253 short block with Ej205 heads, EJ205 harness, EJ205 manifold and a EJ205 ECU. It has a TD04 turbo with a COBB downpipe and NUR SPEC R exhaust. The car runs perfectly fine at 7 PSI. However, when I try adjusting the boost I get explosions from my exhaust. I would assume its because of the high compression ratio that the short block has. I replaced the spark plugs with some NGK Iridium 6 and still have the same problem. But, whatever car is pretty fast. My old 2003 WRX was running about 18 psi and was fun until I wrecked it 3 months ago. Keep us updated with your project and tell us what problems you ran into. But I would assume that you must change the harness and ECU to a turbo ECU in order to have the best results otherwise I think the car will run like shit. But blessings man nice video!!!!
Hey just wondering how the engine performed, I can't tell based on the video when boost comes on looking to run a 20g or similar turbo but don't want to run into lean afr
Id try getting a fitting for your oil feed line. Try your oil pressure sensor. Also your return line will need to be ran somewhere. People drill into the valve cover but I put mine in the oil pan. I would also consider like a mega squirt or a aem fic. A tune makes all the difference
What the fuck why wouldn't you just get an adaptor and join it with your factory sensor fuck or even a sandwich plate for under oil filter fuck me bro you are seeking to do things very hard
@@d_w_prospecting5701 I don't think I understand your question. The headers go to an up pipe that goes through a notch that I cut into my crossmember and then the turbo fit onto that.
So can this be done on the 2005. Impreza 1.6 caravan,if it can be done is it the same process,how much psi to run etc etc, I'm asking this because I'm in the process of buying a car and this would be a deal breaker,thanks in advance
Yes it will but you'll need to customize some of the parts to make them fit. Pretty much none of this was just bolt on. Also you'll need to notch your crossmember for the up-pipe to fit, or make a custom up pipe that goes around the crossmember.
no. compression is higher in the 2.5. the 2.0 has lower compression which is better for boost. the 2.5 can only handle maybe 10psi max before running into serious problems. 2.0 can handle more boost and has thicker cylinder walls
Hey real question... How did you get past the cross member not being notched? Did you replace the cross member or notch it or did it not need to be notched because of the headers?
Afr gauge is also good idea if you don't completely trust the equipment as you can tell if you're going lean before you're engine blows lol. Not likely to happen with good tune though
@@GoldGuyRides oh great!!. Can't wait to see it all come together. I've helped my friend turbo his car and now I'm planning on turboing my 2.5 RS coupe.
I have a non turbo sedan impreza 2010 and im planning to turbocharging my car what do you think tips that i need and what kind of turbo will fit to my impreza
@@uzeirgamazsi721 that's a better route, you will need to source a wrecked WRX to pull all the parts from. You're going to need the engine, wiring harness, ecu, engine subframe, and exhaust components. There's some more miscellaneous parts you will need, but that will be the easiest way to get a turbo engine into a NA chassis
@@uzeirgamazsi721 that will be the easiest way. its still going to require a lot of wiring, but you are starting off with all the right components to sucessfuly swap the car. just make sure the front cut comes with the ecu and main engine wiring harness
@@GoldGuyRides okay, I think my biggest worry is not doing something right or missing out something you should have done thus messing up the car and it's performance
A tip for all of you do not waste your cash bro save up and get one made from factory you will not regret it guys I'm not haven a dig at hold man but just an example headers will not do anything for him and his project alot of professional turbo and aftermarket professors will tell you no need to get rid of your OEM headers they work just fine unless you wanna go more than 700hp and be race tracken that shit the go for it but he should of done a bit homeworks and used that extra cash for something more useful. I know it was a present but it was his mention of doing it that got him the headjobers so people you understand I am no way knocking his shit I just want people to know do a bit more homework and reaserch everything you can there are so many other parts on this car that he needs before even close to head suckers get gauges get A/F meter get coilovers strengthen your car and most of all enjoy doing the project because you have to soak up the good times as their is a shit load of hair pulling over something you either missed or something breaking because some part not strong enough for the other part it's a constant matching pairs game and people again DO YOUR HOMEWORK DONT GO BUY THE FIRST THING YOU SEE JUST BECAUSE YOU LIKE THE FEEL OF IT or it LOOKS HECTIC ........ Patience and hectic boost you will not wipe the smile of your little turbo face
@@dmwelds8960 no I don't know, sorry. I didn't even know they made a 1.5 engine in 2006. Is it JDM or euro? Mine is a 2.5 liter and yes it's still alive. I have never had it on a Dyno to truly know the HP but I would guess it's around 300.
@@GoldGuyRides How can I see if it's the JDM version? Mine is an EL15 manual gearbox.. I was thinking about getting the 2.0 N/A and converting it to turbo or even this one, what do you say? Did I need an ECU or is this available?
Muhammad Qassoum Na 2.5 headgaskets are already the downfall of that engine, add boost and you're asking for trouble. If you swap in some STI headgaskets or thicker ones to lower your compression, some arp headstuds, put some fuel to it and keep your boost SUPER LOW you'll be okay for a while. Build one of these Subaru eBay specials and you'll have a grenade under the hood. Save your money and get a wrx or do a wrx/sti drivetrain swap if you want reliable. eBay may be cheap to get to your house but it won't be when your running 2.5i suddenly decides it doesn't want to run at 12:1 compression anymore.
the upipe won't fit, wrx/sti/legacy came with a notch for the upipe to go up in the engine bay. Would have been ideal to get the header and upipe in two piece so u could fab the upipe to go around the crossmember, u can cut the crossmember as well and reinforce it if u want as well or get a wrx crossmember. Also u will need a bit more things than what u showed in the video to turbo it(that's if u have those already and didn't show them)
I figured that out the hard way, and it was a BITCH making the up-pipe fit, but I did it and it will be posted on my exhaust swap video coming up in the near future, stay tuned!
Chris Santos there’s no space to route it over the crossmember Would have to route it under if u don’t want to notch it or getting a wrx crossmember To make life easier u can use the NA header and make an upipe for it Less headache
CaC my bad that's what I meant , go straight off my stock header but use half the up pipe and flange vs buying a subachad one and then just have a shop Bend me the Down pipe and the remainder of the up pipe
I don't see how This is gonna work? The Ecu on non turbo is totally differnet to the turbo ones. And thr non turbo ecu wouldent recognise any of this stuff. It's easier to just swap out the full engine for a turbo lump and new loom and ecu. £1000 from breakers
pretty sure the ecu automatically adjusts the AFR or it runs with wide enough parameters that it works. also most of these stock ECUs are tuneable. you only need a tune /piggyback once you go over 5-6 psi. you can turbo this motor for sub-$1000. good luck swapping in a ej205 ej207 or ej257 in for that price lmfaooo.
Goldguy not sure how much this ran you but you can find them on ebay for under a grand. There’s also a site where you can get a whole wrx from the junkyard for about a grand.
@@roymccoy835 link me one turbo Subaru motor, compatible with his car for under a grand. Also swapping into an Outback sport would require the whole wiring harness and transmission. It's not as easy as you think.
OGbrundle Ive seem ej257 around 900-1200 on ebay. You’re right about the wiring but you can reuse the transmission. Ive seen it done before. I never saId it would be cheap, was just wondering why he did it. Why are you so hostile man?
OGbrundle www.ebay.com/itm/JDM-04-06-EJ20X-BAJA-TURBO-SUBARU-FORESTER-XT-LEGACY-GT-2-0L-ENGINE/132812218043?epid=19021104757&hash=item1eec399ebb:g:LxQAAOSwIDZbOpox Here is your link
Mechanic here, I have a Subaru and work mostly on them. This build isn't going to last and is going to be a giant headache. It's a fun idea, but not worth the troubles and time. Save your duckets and buy a wrx.
@@kylewilliamson5063 Oh, well by all means, blow her to smithereens!! I just wanted to kinda put a warning up for anyone looking to do this on their daily car.
You can go for 200-250 hp everything more than that will kill your car. Also consider upgrading the engine and the transmission! Oh and dont forget to tune it properly or otherwise it will run like shit
i hope you know for a fact that non turbo 2.5 subaru engine are already fragile enough while N/A. if you try to boost it higher than 7-8 psi, this engine wont last for mor than 500 km, not even kidding.
Joe pap I have a 2008 Subaru Impreza hatchback not the WRX or sti even tho it looks like one with the hood scoop and rear wing but anyways it’s an automatic for one and I’m wondering if there is anything I can do to the stock engine or do I really need to do an engine swap?... like can I make the engine I have more stronger and powerful or is it to fragile cause I would love to make my engine bay look all pretty and have all kinds of power ( im looking for like 250HP to 300HP is my goal) but is that only possible with an engine swap?
Mike Fawc sadly if you are looking for that much power, i would recommend to just sell Yours and buy a turbo one.. and then you can go and cranck up the boost with supporting mods . The stock 2.5 cant handle power unless you put tens of Thousands $ in it . Sadly
Joe pap so it is possible then? I’m not really understanding why it would cost tens of thousands of dollars? What exactly would it take? I do realize buying one with a turbo or even an engine swap would be easier however I’m not really looking for the easy way out.. I just really am interested in learning from this I want to try and do as much as I can my self so I can learn and even if I could get it up to the 250HP I would be more then happy I’m just looking for a little extra power to have fun with lol are there any performance upgrades I can do to the engine block it’s self to make it stronger?
@@GoldGuyRides he maybe spending more than you now but I can surely say on the parts you have bought ie the cheap as chips turbo will crash long before say he's hks turbo and if you keep buying cheap down the long run you will have been paying more as your buying the parts more often and what hurts more than that to me is not being able to boost but hopefully I really mean it that you somehow prove me wrong but from my experience over last 20 so years this is exactly what I have seen a thousand times bro save up longer and get at least the above average part trust me and good luck brother
To anyone watching this now, there were lots of extra parts I had to get after this video, if you want to see an updated parts video, like this comment!
GO FOR IT!
YES PLEASE!! And hows it running
Mee
Yes please
Eyy brotha would u sell me ur stock non turbo headers
"look at all these gaskets ive got, i dont even think im gonna need all these" - No subaru owner, ever.
thumbs up man! quality content is coming on youtube soon with this turbo build! just don't ask too much to that engine, 20psi is gonna throw cams and rods up to the ceiling!
Matt Benetti I wouldn't be going into the twenties until after the engine is built stronger lol! Thanks for watching!
This is somewhat useful for me
Because I plan on doing a twin turbo subie
U also need a camshaft stage 10 and crankshaft racing, methanol injectors, waste gates, air filter stage 10 pistons and Manifold stage 12 Down pipe and full exhaust stage 18 and replace the turbo with a stage 24 twin turbo, stage 34 engine Block, and stage stage 5 intercooler and full engine stage 100 total HP 6,000 and 4.0L engine
I haven't watched the subie vids yet, but I have to say dude your hitting every topic on I've been looking for. You're my go-to youtube channel guy now. haha. Excellent work man. Keep it up.
My guess is this shit blew up, I've boosted NA subaru motors the same way over 15 times and literally blew the heads off my block with ARP head studs, cracked cylinder walls, detonated pistons, threw rods, shoved a valve through the valve covers and that was all on 8 psi
Fast as fuck, but itll also blow up fast as fuck. Not worth it, dont do it!
Would it do the same on a built engine?
@@hunterjames9428 depends on how you build it. If it's an NA block that's open deck itll have issues but if its semi closed deck and has decent internals it may be fine.
NA blocks are weak, the cylinder walls are prone to flex because they're is nothing keeping them stable to the block. Just open coolant journals.
Also youd have to probably port the heads a little bit to help with flow but that's neither here nor there.
I've done this quite a few times with stock compression, stock block and it never lasts that long but it is a different kind of fast for a Subaru.
I've driven it close to 10,000 miles on 5psi with no engine problems. I am thinking about turning it up to 8psi soon though so that might be the nail in my ej's coffin. We'll see
I'll pray for you on this install. something tells me it's not gonna be an overnight thing. Also I would seriously consider fuel and engine management before installing this kit. otherwise without a tune it's gonna run like crap. It's not just the PSI that kills motors but the improper tuning.
BobbyJay i agree
These ECUs can be tuned via ROMraider
NPC-032136 you don’t even know what a tune is, shut the fuck up😂
Hey! Im working on the exact same project on the exact same car, and was wondering if u had any tips or if I could shoot u a few questions! thx
Sure man shoot me some questions
Half of the links are not working. I need up pipe and headers
Good luck with that, you have huge support from Italy too! Cheers
i have a impreza i2.5 witch i got it for cheap price, now im thinking to turbo it!! what do you suggest me? good or bad idea?
Great idea!
@@GoldGuyRides where i can get the parts? any idea please
@@krlo1220 eBay
yo i just picked up a $2500 06 impreza wagon, you made any progress yet??
@@y2kitty_3 dude only the suspensions I still thinking if I do something else btw I paid 2k for mine and I'm happy with it lol
Will this work on a ej20 Engine
Car 2004 Subaru Impreza
Can you update the link please? Some of them no longer working
Thank you! For showing me your plan... Your a smart guy.
I have legacy 2.0 n/a with 165 hp stock how much boost can hold this engine because i wabt t turbo....thx
Good luck kid 👍🏻
The UEL headers link isn't working... any idea a part number? Also is this the 2.0 or the 2.5? I think the headers are different sizes but I'm not really sure.
Hey all in here. The oil and water line like does not work anymore. Any suggestions?
Tank god was waiting ages
Most definitely helpful thanks would like a update on the car n the parts since I heard a 2018 year make in the video
Is it possible to install a turbo on a 2005 subaru legacy 2.5 base model?
the thing u missed，engine management，racing clutch，fuel pump injector
Don't forget engine subframe. The header he bought won't clear the NA subframe. Either he had to get different headers or swap the subframe.
Along with turbocharging an n/a, He missed the ol made out of plastic conrods
U don’t need all that shxt to turbo a car lol
@@Cbgrandtheftauto you dont have to. Chop a small notch out of the Subframe and it'll fit
Ah yes, I enjoy injecting fuel pumps into my engine
you did very good, awesome and inspiring
Now I see why most subi builds get redone after a few months lol spend the money the first time or go play with a small block
Hey bro, thats a sick car
Where's the extra parts Video and if I have a 2008impreza 2.5i sedan any tips for the turboing of it like maybe be careful as I won't be able to get it tuned right away
Good luck with the build man. I will say that 20psi is a bit much for a high compression engine like that.
whyausername3 I would only go up to the 20's after the engine has been built stronger
I gotta 2005 Forester X....what's the min & max psi that'd I might need, for enough boost but not blow it up?
@@S0ulSUrviv0R713 i have the same car and intrested also.
I wouldn’t run anymore then 12 to 14psi & that’s still pushing it on stock block internals we’re not made to handle boost , If you want the head gaskets to blow in 2 months run 20psi
@@timprice8877 if the block is sleeved and gaskets upgraded so u think it will hold
I know this is an older video, but where in the world did you find a full turbo kit for $400?? Was it a good turbo?
Wow! Seems pretty cool lol I bought a 2007 Impreza 2.5i that was a previous project from a friend of mine. It's currently running a EJ253 short block with Ej205 heads, EJ205 harness, EJ205 manifold and a EJ205 ECU. It has a TD04 turbo with a COBB downpipe and NUR SPEC R exhaust. The car runs perfectly fine at 7 PSI. However, when I try adjusting the boost I get explosions from my exhaust. I would assume its because of the high compression ratio that the short block has. I replaced the spark plugs with some NGK Iridium 6 and still have the same problem. But, whatever car is pretty fast. My old 2003 WRX was running about 18 psi and was fun until I wrecked it 3 months ago. Keep us updated with your project and tell us what problems you ran into. But I would assume that you must change the harness and ECU to a turbo ECU in order to have the best results otherwise I think the car will run like shit. But blessings man nice video!!!!
Explosions like backfire?
NA headers on this turbo build?
anyone know if this is the same for a saab 9-2x?
Ye for driver side headlight you pull battery or bumper off
Hey just wondering how the engine performed, I can't tell based on the video when boost comes on looking to run a 20g or similar turbo but don't want to run into lean afr
Will this work on 2010 putback
Id try getting a fitting for your oil feed line. Try your oil pressure sensor. Also your return line will need to be ran somewhere. People drill into the valve cover but I put mine in the oil pan. I would also consider like a mega squirt or a aem fic. A tune makes all the difference
StuckInThe608 that's what I ended up doing! Video will be out soon
What the fuck why wouldn't you just get an adaptor and join it with your factory sensor fuck or even a sandwich plate for under oil filter fuck me bro you are seeking to do things very hard
It matters if it a 12 pound boost or a 30
Awesome...Just simply awesome !!!
Ay man respect, people knock eBay because of bad experiences but it’s not bad if u take the time to see if someone’s legit
Sick dude👍
good luck kid
Is this thing still running 3 years later bro?🤣
how much in total just the parts and accesories, how much in total? not labor
I was actually considering about turbo charging my subie 2008 also but I'm afraid it'll explode just like the STIs lolz.
Hey mate, long shot but how did you get the td05 to fit the headers?
@@d_w_prospecting5701 I don't think I understand your question. The headers go to an up pipe that goes through a notch that I cut into my crossmember and then the turbo fit onto that.
do you think this turbo kit will work on a subaru impreza 2015 fb20 ?
do you know if all these parts will fit on my 2000 subaru forester
Awesome vid inspired me to make my wagon a sleeper
Awesome! Check out my other vids of this build!
@@GoldGuyRides Oh wow thanx for the reply I'm currently binge watching all of them, cheers from down under Sydney Australia
I'm interested in turbo charging my non turbo legacy have any info to share?
How did this go for you and did you have any issues with the car after?
Need this answered
So can this be done on the 2005. Impreza 1.6 caravan,if it can be done is it the same process,how much psi to run etc etc, I'm asking this because I'm in the process of buying a car and this would be a deal breaker,thanks in advance
Yes it can technically be done on any car. I don't know too much about Subaru 1.6's but I'm sure you could run around 5psi
GoldGuy thanks!
Could you please update the links some aren’t working
Hi bro. If i just need a rumber sound for my na subaru impreza 2008 2.0rs that header in your video could fit?
Would this work in a NA second gen forester with all the same parts? (2004 forester to be exact)
Yes it will but you'll need to customize some of the parts to make them fit. Pretty much none of this was just bolt on. Also you'll need to notch your crossmember for the up-pipe to fit, or make a custom up pipe that goes around the crossmember.
@@GoldGuyRides sweet thanks
How much did this cost you roughly I’m not sure if I should turbo or just save for a year and buy a wrx
How much hp was it before the turbo and how much is it after the turbo
What about a 2.5 legacy n/a would it handle a turbo better than a 2.0
no. compression is higher in the 2.5. the 2.0 has lower compression which is better for boost. the 2.5 can only handle maybe 10psi max before running into serious problems. 2.0 can handle more boost and has thicker cylinder walls
Hey real question... How did you get past the cross member not being notched? Did you replace the cross member or notch it or did it not need to be notched because of the headers?
Will a GT45 fit a 07 Subaru Impreza 2.5i?
its a really good idea to install a piggyback ecu as well as an afr gauge. other than that looks promising!
My car has a tuneable ecu so I am going to opensource tune it. Stay tuned!
Afr gauge is also good idea if you don't completely trust the equipment as you can tell if you're going lean before you're engine blows lol. Not likely to happen with good tune though
@@l3litz582 I have an aem eugo afr guage now! I should add that to the description
@@GoldGuyRides oh great!!. Can't wait to see it all come together. I've helped my friend turbo his car and now I'm planning on turboing my 2.5 RS coupe.
Do you need to upgrade your stock internals ?
Did you have to change the computer or you running the stock computer?
I had to retune and flash the ecu.
I have a non turbo sedan impreza 2010 and im planning to turbocharging my car what do you think tips that i need and what kind of turbo will fit to my impreza
sell the car and buy a wrx...this guy did the swap the wrong way and in the end will pay more than doin it the right way.
Cbgrandtheftauto how about engine rebuild with wrx engine parts
@@uzeirgamazsi721 that's a better route, you will need to source a wrecked WRX to pull all the parts from. You're going to need the engine, wiring harness, ecu, engine subframe, and exhaust components. There's some more miscellaneous parts you will need, but that will be the easiest way to get a turbo engine into a NA chassis
@@Cbgrandtheftauto i was planning on buying a 2012 wrx half cut and rebuilding it into mines after all both is ej20
@@uzeirgamazsi721 that will be the easiest way. its still going to require a lot of wiring, but you are starting off with all the right components to sucessfuly swap the car. just make sure the front cut comes with the ecu and main engine wiring harness
nice Project, how is that turbo running? would you recommend it?
So sick! What are your plans for engine management?
Stay under 5 psi until I upgrade my engine, those are my plans lol!
@@GoldGuyRides you got a tuner or you getting it tuned before your first startup 😂
@@GoldGuyRides Like swap engines or just internals?
I have a question. Is it worth turbo charging an N/A or you rather buy a turbo charged one and work on improving it?
It depends how much work you are comfortable with doing. I wanted to do everything myself, so I think it was worth turbocharging my n/a.
@@GoldGuyRides okay, I think my biggest worry is not doing something right or missing out something you should have done thus messing up the car and it's performance
Did u make a vid on how to install the header pipe?
Will this work for ej201
Yes
How must did it coast?
How does that header fit? Was considering getting one
I would of kept it stock.but it looks like a fun install.
life is too short to stay stock!
"would have"
You and people like you are so fucking lame.
Hey man I’ve got the same Subaru as you but 2003 could you give me a list of the parts you needed ? To fit a turbo to yours ?
Im planing on turboing my imoreza but its a 1.5 AWD. You think its a good idea?
If it has the CVT, then definitely no. Those transmissions can hardly handle what little power the engine already makes. If it's manual, go for it.
I think I found your long lost brother.
did you completed the project and did it work, I have an ej20 and would like to put 5 to 6 psi into it for a littler uff, any tips from u
A tip for all of you do not waste your cash bro save up and get one made from factory you will not regret it guys I'm not haven a dig at hold man but just an example headers will not do anything for him and his project alot of professional turbo and aftermarket professors will tell you no need to get rid of your OEM headers they work just fine unless you wanna go more than 700hp and be race tracken that shit the go for it but he should of done a bit homeworks and used that extra cash for something more useful. I know it was a present but it was his mention of doing it that got him the headjobers so people you understand I am no way knocking his shit I just want people to know do a bit more homework and reaserch everything you can there are so many other parts on this car that he needs before even close to head suckers get gauges get A/F meter get coilovers strengthen your car and most of all enjoy doing the project because you have to soak up the good times as their is a shit load of hair pulling over something you either missed or something breaking because some part not strong enough for the other part it's a constant matching pairs game and people again DO YOUR HOMEWORK DONT GO BUY THE FIRST THING YOU SEE JUST BECAUSE YOU LIKE THE FEEL OF IT or it LOOKS HECTIC ........ Patience and hectic boost you will not wipe the smile of your little turbo face
I have a gc8 boosted 7psi fmic no mods but a map clamp no problems yet 5 years passed emissions injector duty at 92% stock runs like a rapped ape
I love my outback!
This will work to all subaru right
Yes
Thanks man
No variants in all engines
Does your car have the fa 20 2.0l boxer 4 engine? (~200hp)
McAlister's Motovlogs hey Noah! And no, my car has the ej20 2.5i
Me with a turbo Subaru watching this to learn for what ever reason
Stock ecu?
Yep, mine is tuneable.
@@GoldGuyRides Do you know if the 1.5 2006 ECU is also there? Is yours the 2.0?
and still alive? At least how many horses did you make?
@@dmwelds8960 no I don't know, sorry. I didn't even know they made a 1.5 engine in 2006. Is it JDM or euro? Mine is a 2.5 liter and yes it's still alive. I have never had it on a Dyno to truly know the HP but I would guess it's around 300.
@@GoldGuyRides How can I see if it's the JDM version? Mine is an EL15 manual gearbox.. I was thinking about getting the 2.0 N/A and converting it to turbo or even this one, what do you say? Did I need an ECU or is this available?
Didnt have to move that reservoir to change the bulb
Whats the engine size?
2.5 liter
How reliable is it ؟
Muhammad Qassoum Na 2.5 headgaskets are already the downfall of that engine, add boost and you're asking for trouble. If you swap in some STI headgaskets or thicker ones to lower your compression, some arp headstuds, put some fuel to it and keep your boost SUPER LOW you'll be okay for a while. Build one of these Subaru eBay specials and you'll have a grenade under the hood. Save your money and get a wrx or do a wrx/sti drivetrain swap if you want reliable. eBay may be cheap to get to your house but it won't be when your running 2.5i suddenly decides it doesn't want to run at 12:1 compression anymore.
the upipe won't fit, wrx/sti/legacy came with a notch for the upipe to go up in the engine bay. Would have been ideal to get the header and upipe in two piece so u could fab the upipe to go around the crossmember, u can cut the crossmember as well and reinforce it if u want as well or get a wrx crossmember. Also u will need a bit more things than what u showed in the video to turbo it(that's if u have those already and didn't show them)
I figured that out the hard way, and it was a BITCH making the up-pipe fit, but I did it and it will be posted on my exhaust swap video coming up in the near future, stay tuned!
CaC so if I had a wrx up pipe I could say chop it halfway and weld in a new pipe to route it over the crossmember?
Chris Santos there’s no space to route it over the crossmember
Would have to route it under if u don’t want to notch it or getting a wrx crossmember
To make life easier u can use the NA header and make an upipe for it
Less headache
CaC my bad that's what I meant , go straight off my stock header but use half the up pipe and flange vs buying a subachad one and then just have a shop Bend me the Down pipe and the remainder of the up pipe
Chris Santos Yh that can work
Hey can you do an updated parts list?
I don't see how This is gonna work?
The Ecu on non turbo is totally differnet to the turbo ones. And thr non turbo ecu wouldent recognise any of this stuff.
It's easier to just swap out the full engine for a turbo lump and new loom and ecu. £1000 from breakers
pretty sure the ecu automatically adjusts the AFR or it runs with wide enough parameters that it works. also most of these stock ECUs are tuneable. you only need a tune /piggyback once you go over 5-6 psi. you can turbo this motor for sub-$1000. good luck swapping in a ej205 ej207 or ej257 in for that price lmfaooo.
Thats funny! On these car if you swap the engine you need to swap the transmission, and way kvjvj
Lire la suite
You need low compression pistons and bigger injectors then a tune
Can you give me some advice on a 2008 impreza 2.5i?
Should have just put in a wrx engine. Pretty cool though.
I would have but this was a lot cheaper
Goldguy not sure how much this ran you but you can find them on ebay for under a grand. There’s also a site where you can get a whole wrx from the junkyard for about a grand.
@@roymccoy835 link me one turbo Subaru motor, compatible with his car for under a grand. Also swapping into an Outback sport would require the whole wiring harness and transmission. It's not as easy as you think.
OGbrundle Ive seem ej257 around 900-1200 on ebay. You’re right about the wiring but you can reuse the transmission. Ive seen it done before. I never saId it would be cheap, was just wondering why he did it. Why are you so hostile man?
OGbrundle www.ebay.com/itm/JDM-04-06-EJ20X-BAJA-TURBO-SUBARU-FORESTER-XT-LEGACY-GT-2-0L-ENGINE/132812218043?epid=19021104757&hash=item1eec399ebb:g:LxQAAOSwIDZbOpox
Here is your link
Lol you’re complaining about taking your battery out for a bulb, try changing lights on a 2011 outback
You HAVE TO get your cylinder head machined for higher compression ratio.
Mechanic here, I have a Subaru and work mostly on them. This build isn't going to last and is going to be a giant headache. It's a fun idea, but not worth the troubles and time. Save your duckets and buy a wrx.
Not wrong. is it bad my soul intention is to blow my EJ up so I can have a reason to engine swap 😂
@@kylewilliamson5063 Oh, well by all means, blow her to smithereens!! I just wanted to kinda put a warning up for anyone looking to do this on their daily car.
All this cost u $400!?!?!? Everywhere I look for parts online $1000 PLUS!!
Yo, love the vids, but what intake did u use
5:41 so a grand total of $529.88.
When are you doing the install?
Solomon Smucker I uploaded it today my friend!
Did ge throw the intercooler? lmfao
You can go for 200-250 hp everything more than that will kill your car. Also consider upgrading the engine and the transmission! Oh and dont forget to tune it properly or otherwise it will run like shit
i hope you know for a fact that non turbo 2.5 subaru engine are already fragile enough while N/A. if you try to boost it higher than 7-8 psi, this engine wont last for mor than 500 km, not even kidding.
Joe pap I have a 2008 Subaru Impreza hatchback not the WRX or sti even tho it looks like one with the hood scoop and rear wing but anyways it’s an automatic for one and I’m wondering if there is anything I can do to the stock engine or do I really need to do an engine swap?... like can I make the engine I have more stronger and powerful or is it to fragile cause I would love to make my engine bay look all pretty and have all kinds of power ( im looking for like 250HP to 300HP is my goal) but is that only possible with an engine swap?
Mike Fawc sadly if you are looking for that much power, i would recommend to just sell
Yours and buy a turbo one.. and then you can go and cranck up the boost with supporting mods . The stock 2.5 cant handle power unless you put tens of
Thousands $ in it . Sadly
Joe pap so it is possible then? I’m not really understanding why it would cost tens of thousands of dollars? What exactly would it take? I do realize buying one with a turbo or even an engine swap would be easier however I’m not really looking for the easy way out.. I just really am interested in learning from this I want to try and do as much as I can my self so I can learn and even if I could get it up to the 250HP I would be more then happy I’m just looking for a little extra power to have fun with lol are there any performance upgrades I can do to the engine block it’s self to make it stronger?
If only it was that easy no change dials running gear engine gearbox hours of work no try days of work
I still dont trust ebay I'd just go to my local speed shop
Tom Bowes and spend 10x as much
@@GoldGuyRides he maybe spending more than you now but I can surely say on the parts you have bought ie the cheap as chips turbo will crash long before say he's hks turbo and if you keep buying cheap down the long run you will have been paying more as your buying the parts more often and what hurts more than that to me is not being able to boost but hopefully I really mean it that you somehow prove me wrong but from my experience over last 20 so years this is exactly what I have seen a thousand times bro save up longer and get at least the above average part trust me and good luck brother