I'm checking around to see what Subaru specialists would recommend I do in my current position. If you don't mind I'd love to hear your opinion.
Car: 2002 2.5RS with aftermarket stage 3 Ludespeed Turbo kit
Engine Managment: Super AFC with voltage clamp (and unused Link Plus)
Other Misc. Parts: 550cc injectors(not installed), light flywheel, 3" piping
PROBLEM: Blown #4 ringland

What would you reccomend whould be the best cost effective and worthwhile option:
sell it broken, sell it when converted back as stock, sell it fixed with turbo, new shortblock dyno and keep it, new longblock dyno and keep it, fix current engine and install oversized lower comp. pistons. Or do have a better solution?

Reason for selling: I have realized taking a 2.5 turbo costs lots of money, more than many other brands, but AWD is the bomb. The tranny will be next

Sorry for the long email, any assist is greatly appreciated!

Thanks for your time,

Adam Kripke
akripke@cscmi.com

 

I've been down that road.....twice!
I recomend a motor swap to a EJ20. Either USDM or JDM.
There is nothing like the feel of a factory turbo motor after having tweeked with an after market one for years!!!