futureshockwrx

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hi i have a 1995 wrx import and need to remove the bottom end. got most it the bolts off just need the turbo off to make it easier, removed the downpipe to make it easier except the pipe that runs under the engine to the front i cant get that off what would be the easiest way to remove the turbo with that on. any advice is great

GpMarty

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hi,i take it your removing the engine completely to fix the bottom end now that uve disconnected the downpipe why not remove the engine with turbo still attached and remove those bits later when its out with easier access.

futureshockwrx

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would do except there a bolt for the gearbox can't get to without the turbo out

scoobyhyp

As above you can leave manifold up pipe and turbo attached to the engine and remove later its much easier, there are only a few bolts on the gearbox the worst one is the bottom one ? undo with 14mm spanner you will not get a ratchet in there, its tight m8 but keep at it

futureshockwrx

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ok cheers. Was going to use a extension bar on the ratchet except nearest stockist is 40 mile away. And no car. Is that the bolt beside the turbo mate

scoobyhyp

there are three in all on turbo side one at the top, middle beside the turbo and a nut at the bottom goodluck ..

futureshockwrx

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cheers it the one right beisde the turbo causing the trouble

scoobyhyp

have you dropped the down pipe off the car ? gives better access ?
i take it once it is out are you going to strip it your self ??

futureshockwrx

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wasnt to sure what i was going to do. there a hole right beside where the EJ20 is. but mate did say should strip it and sell what i can off it. not dropped it yet but will do as away from home till next week