Popular Post Johnnyboynz Posted May 17, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted May 17, 2017 Thought I'd better post a pic of my latest family member and life long project car... NZ new, second owner and only 77 thou k's now, rust proofed when new so very very tidy, everything works including air ride, digital dash and not a single squeak or rattle while driving. I real gem I recon. Got a few reliability plans for the EA82T to keep it alive forever (under bonnet air/water intercooler to get that intake temps lower and stainless exhaust plus a few other tricks learnt over the years), but keeping it as standard as possible will be the mantra throughout. Bit of a dream car for me to be honest from the moment I saw one in 1985 at a motor show, i even had the Tamiya model of this exact car/colour/interior as a kid!. I think it's an interesting car from an interesting time that people either love or hate (both the time and the car haha) Joins my Brumby as a permanent member of the family along with the everyday drivers. 48 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Johnnyboynz Posted September 2, 2017 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 2, 2017 Thanks to me ole mate Richard at Specialised auto services here in Rangiora, I've had a bespoke stainless exhaust made and fitted, to help the old girl breathe a bit easier. VERY happy with the quality and fitment. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyboynz Posted September 2, 2017 Author Share Posted September 2, 2017 Nice straight through mufflers 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyboynz Posted September 2, 2017 Author Share Posted September 2, 2017 Also, Fitted LED headlights, amazing improvement. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyboynz Posted January 25, 2018 Author Share Posted January 25, 2018 Air/Water intercooler installed. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Johnnyboynz Posted January 25, 2018 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 25, 2018 I've had a couple of PM's asking about my Brumby, So here's a pic of it too It runs a NZ market 2007 EJ20 with AVCS and Electronic throttle, with a Link G4. Running 27.5 " tyres, 14" rims and a 3 inch lift to make those fit. Constant AWD 5 speed, Hi/lo with center diff lock and clutch pack LSD rear end. 25 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyboynz Posted February 5, 2018 Author Share Posted February 5, 2018 Picked this up a wee while back, It's a 1988 Subaru XT6, it's the one model that bridges the old 4x140 world with the newer 5x100 stud pattern world. All the running gear and suspension underneath bolts STRAIGHT under ANY EA82 leone or vortex etc (EA81 models with a few modifications and parts substituted) to give you access to a whole new world of current model brakes, suspension and rims/wheels as bolt on modifications. It's a couple of hour job with a basic socket set and a Jack. Not the most common car on NZ roads, but a important bit of history i think. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnnyboynz Posted February 5, 2018 Author Share Posted February 5, 2018 Out of interest it has a 2.7 Lt flat 6 cylinder, Constant AWD 4 speed gearbox, Electric Power Steering plus air suspension and ABS. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Johnnyboynz Posted February 25, 2018 Author Popular Post Share Posted February 25, 2018 How about that, I purchased another XT6, This one is special, because it's 1 of only 2 in the WORLD it would seem, It's a NZ new Vortex 6 or a ZZ6 as they were known. I've been after one of these for many years and Ironically just as an expensive "only other one" comes up on Trade me, I find the other one locally and secure it! I'm a happy boy. Let the restorations begin! 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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