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Bryan Johnston’s Forester with suspension damage, Ballina Trip Feb 5&6, 2004.Photo by Don Watt SC525

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PRESIDENTPRESIDENTPRESIDENTPRESIDENTPRESIDENT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT

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by the 11th April 2005Earlier than this would be much appreciated. Thanks!!

Hello Subafans,

Happy Easter from me and the committee, if you are out on the roadshave a safe Easter.

For those of you not going away for Easter, see you at the meeting onthe 28th.

The club is purchasing an EPIRB as an extra safety measure on ourtrips.

Check out What’s On for a special trip, a re-run of the first Suba Clubtrip to the Lions Road and Wiangaree National Park. Should be a greattrip.

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SOCIAL DIRECTORSOCIAL DIRECTORSOCIAL DIRECTORSOCIAL DIRECTORSOCIAL DIRECTOR’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT

Ron Penfold SC002

There are two long weekends coming up, May Day 30 April to 2 May andQueens Birthday 11 to 13 June, both require trip leaders. If you want to runone of these trips or a trip to somewhere else, that’s fine, just contact me,and I will help with the details.

I have updated the trip sheet information located at the front of the tripbook. The information sheet now covers what’s in a Penfold Pack and definestrip distances as well as trip classifications.

I won’t be at the March General meeting, I will be away on the Easter trip,Greg Bryant will be acting Social director for the night.

“There is a very fine line between HOBBY and MENTAL ILLNESS”

Bryan Johnson’s damaged Forester on the Ballina Beach trip, before it wasloaded on to the tilt tray. Photo by Maureen Clelland SC525

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Trip report Ballina Beach 5th-6th Feb 2005Early Saturday, morning with the promise of a fine weekend ahead, I set offfor Ballina and the beach. I enjoyed the easy drive down the Gold CoastHighway and the luxury of four lanes. As I crossed the border, I passedChristine Barry in her recently acquired L Series, and we continued ontogether our speed kept in check by the numerous speed camera signs, untilwe hit the Ballina Highway. Besides saving time and distance, this highwayis an impressive feat of design and engineering.

We rendezvoused with the following team at the Big Prawn-David Martin and Big John McKenna in the Brumby , Ron,Glenys &WadePenfold-Challenger , Don & Maureen Watt-Brumby, Philip & Caleb Woods-Forester, Peter Stokes X-Trail, Will Spelta (Backyard Boys) & team, Rob &Vicki Noble-Brumby, Christine Barry – L Series Turbo Wagon, Brian Johnston–Forester, Greg (Curlie) Ah-Quee- L Series wagon, and myself in the Forester.

Dave Martin took the lead with Ron Penfold as tail end and we all set off forthe Burns Point ferry to South Ballina. A quick trip on the ferry and on to adirt road which gave way to very soft sand. The track was obviously leadingto the beach and just as I rounded the corner I lost momentum and beached.Several attempts at being pushed backwards failed, as the car just seemedto belly out on the sand. Ron came up behind in the mighty Challenger andsnatched me back around the corner to the start of the track. After furthertyre pressure adjustment, and a good run up, my second attempt wassuccessful. It was then that I was told I had qualified for completing the tripreport. Rob & Vicky Noble also had a few problems and had to be snatched.A lift kit would have been an advantage for both of us.

The tide was running in by the time we hit the beach but the sand was firmand we made good progress negotiating the first lot of the coffee rocks,however the second lot were extremely difficult. David and Curly managed itok, but after Peter Stokes had a really rough time getting through in the X-Trail, some of the cars decided to go around through the soft sand and rocksand the incoming tide. Phil in the Forester and Ron in the Challenger had noproblems. However, Brian Johnston in his Forester took a different approach,

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Trip report Ballina Beach 5th-6th Feb 2005

going a little too fast, hit a pothole and some rocks and bent the right handside control arm. Christine Barry in the L Series had a repeat performance,but the damage didn’t appear to be as bad.

The rest of us cringed at the thought of getting through safely, but thanks toGlenys Penfold who stepped out the route through the potholes we had noproblems. I was particularly grateful to Glenys as I had been awarded theWater Intolerant Award for 2004, and I certainly didn’t want to win again.

We stopped for lunch while the beach mechanics went to work. After anunsuccessful attempt at fixing Bryan’s car, Ron shadowed him down to EvansHead where the NRMA Tilt tray trucked his car to Lismore. Bryan was able tocontinue the trip with Curly. Christine had good news; the L-Series could befixed.

While all the attention was directed at the sick cars, Will and his team werehaving fun with a video camera and had quite a few laughs. Making a videomust have been very thirsty work, because when we finally left the beachthey had to call in to Broadwater for more supplies.

The campsite at Bunjalung National Park is at the end of a very dusty road,which winds its way towards the coast and is set behind a ridge of sanddunes. David had informed us that a fire had raged through the park sometime ago, but this area is now covered with low scrubby saltbush. We set upcamp, and although we knew there was no water on site only bush toilets,we were surprised to see gas barbeques.

An early evening swim was wonderful after the long day and as we climbedback over the sand dunes we were greeted with the sight of a beautiful sunset.Drinks and dinner over and we were all ready for an early night. The onlywildlife around was a bandicoot scratching in the scrub.

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...continued from Page 6Trip report Ballina Beach 5th-6th Feb 2005

Sunday morning after packing up we all went for a swim at JerusalemWaterhole – again surprised to see a modern boat ramp leading to the water.Although the water was a deep golden colour, I suspect from tea trees furtherupstream, it was crystal clear. Driving back we found some other goodcampsites which were suitable for large groups. Peter Stokes came to saygood-bye to us all, as he had decided to head off early to catch up with hisdaughter in Byron Bay.

We set off along Woodyhead beach, but the weed was starting to build up,and when we found a sign saying that we couldn’t continue along to Illuka,we turned around and headed back to a clear area for a game of beachcricket.

Will and team organised the game and soon it was well under way with everyone having fun, even Caleb Woods who is only 6 years old showed us all howto bowl. Well done Caleb!! It was reported later that Will had twisted hisknee and is still limping - must have happened when he took that fabulouscatch.

After the game we headed out through Bunjalung National Park and to thetown of Woodburn for fuel, air and lunch. At this stage some of the groupwere heading off and those of us who were left, had a quick lunch and saidour farewells. The drive home through the beautiful hinterland was mademore enjoyable by the lovely view of the sea.

An interesting observation was that I couldn’t find a decent underbody carwash on the South or Gold Coast, but the up-market hyperwash at AlbanyCreek was well worth the wait.

Thanks to Dave Martin for the adventure. I enjoyed going south to the beachfor a change, and look forward to more camping trips in the Northern N.S.W.area.

Jan Watts SC545

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Dwayne Boyton SC481

Happy Easter to you all.

I still don’t have my ADSL broadband (thanks Telstra). Hopefully it will be upand running by next month. But just because I don’t have an internetconnection, that doesn’t mean that you can’t still email me. Still send itthrough to the usual address, and I will get it.

I have now moved out a bit further, details of my phone number are at thefront of the magazine. It should have been in the Members list, but I havebeen slack and haven’t done it.

Thanks to the guys at John French, again. My car was towed to them again,and I had it back the next day, a great service.

The club year is almost finished, and this will be my last year as Editor. Ineed a break from this.

That’s about it from me. See you out there, and have a safe Easter.

EDITOREDITOREDITOREDITOREDITOR’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT’S REPORT

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Club Merchandise For Sale

Polo Shirt with embroidered logo $25.00Baseball cap with embroidered logo $15.00Embroidered cloth badge $ 8.00Name tag $ 3.00Windscreen Sticker - Made to Order $10.00Window sticker $ 2.00Gear bag $ 6.00Tow hooks (assorted styles, each) $ 6.00Snatch strap $53.00Bow shackles, large $12.00Bow shackles, small $10.00Bow Saw $14.00

See the club’s Property Officer, Bryan Neilsen if you wish to purchase any of the merchandise on offer.

Full Member $50.00Associate Member $50.00Country Member $45.00

From 1st of January all new memberships are half price. So if you havemates who would like to go 4 wheel driving get them to join up. They stillhave to pay the $10.00 joining fee. Contact our membership officer Dave

Martin for more details.

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Mon 28 Mar General Meeting @ 8.00pm

Sat 16 Apr QRC Rally BenarkinTrip Leaders Greg Bryant ph 3402 0396 mob 0416 073 951

David Martin ph 3262 5665 mob 0429 121 996Meeting Place Benarkin State SchoolDirections tomeeting place RHS South Burnett Hwy, 4 km before BlackbuttTime TBARating EasyDistance 100 kmFuel Full tank required. Closest petrol at Kilcoy or BlackbuttWater For day. Water available at Benarkin State SchoolRecovery Gear Penfold packs requiredDomestic Animals NoDetails Need officials and road blocks to help run a stage. Camping

and catering at Benarkin State School.

Sun 17 Apr Nanango Stock RouteTrip Leader Ron Penfold ph 3353 2218 mob 0412 118 652Meeting Place Benarkin State SchoolDirections tomeeting place RHS South Burnett Hwy, 4 km before BlackbuttTime 9.30amRating MediumDistance 100 kmFuel Full tank required. Closest petrol at Kilcoy or BlackbuttWater For day. Not available after leaving Benarkin State School.Recovery Gear Penfold packs requiredDomestic Animals NoDetails Follow Nanango Stock Route to Nanango, lunch at water falls,

follow back tracks to Blackbutt and finish at Esk.

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Thur 21 Apr –Sun 8 May Rally of Canberra and Victorian AlpsTrip Leader John McKenna ph 3398 3019 mob 0419 652 053Meeting Place Shell Service Station GailesDirections tomeeting place LHS Ipswich MotorwayTime TBARating Medium to HardDistance 2000+ kmFuel Full tank. Available along the way.Water For trip. Available along the way.Recovery Gear Penfold packs requiredDomestic Animals NoDetails Sat 23 and Sun 24 help at Rally of Canberra. Mon 25 set off

via the NSW Snowy Mts to the Victorian Alps and explore.Return home via the Newell Hwy.

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Sat 23 –Mon 25 Apr Sundown National ParkTrip Leader Ron Penfold ph 3353 2218 mob 0412 118 652Meeting Place Glen AplinDirections tomeeting place 10 km south of Stanthorpe on New England HwyTime 10 amRating Medium with the odd hard spotDistance 100 kmFuel For weekend. Not available after Glen AplinWater For weekend. Creek & dam water might be availableRecovery Gear Penfold packs requiredDomestic Animals NoDetails Visit winery on way in. Same campsite both nights. Day trip to

Rats Castle and Burrows Waterhole. Walk to Red Rock Falls.Bring camping gear, could be cold at night.

Mon 25 Apr General Meeting @ 8.00pm

Sat 30 Apr -Mon 2 May Warwick State Forest tripTrip Leader TBADetails TBA

MAY14 Night Run Ron Penfold21 QRC Rally Training Day @ Imbil BSCC23 General Meeting28 Mechanical Day Scorpion Subaru

JUNE4-5 ARC Rally Queensland - Imbil Dave Martin & Greg Bryant11-13 Glastonbury SF (Long Weekend)26 Lions Rd and Wiangaree NP Ron Penfold

(Re-run of Club’s First Trip)27 General Meeting

JULY10 Spicers Gap Ron Penfold23 Birthday Party Committee24 Detailing day Greg Bryant25 Annual General Meeting

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LUCKY MEMBER DRAWLUCKY MEMBER DRAWLUCKY MEMBER DRAWLUCKY MEMBER DRAWLUCKY MEMBER DRAW

Ron Penfold SC002

A lucky member draw will be held at each general meeting, sponsored by a life member.To be eligible for the prize of a $5 scratchy, you must be at the meeting, be wearing aSubaru club shirt and have travelled to the meeting in a Subaru.Each meeting the draw is based on a different outcome, either about Subaru vehicles orclub membership.The February winner “lowest membership number at the meeting ” sponsored by TrevorBell was David Martin. The March draw will be sponsored by John McKenna.So come to the meetings in your Subaru wearing a Subaru club shirt and you could be thenext lucky member winner.

Trip Report - Ladies Day - March 6, 2005We all met at Landsborough in the picnic area. Ron, Wade and Bruce werethe only fellows and they left in the Challenger for a swim at Mooloolaba.Christine our trip leader was in one car, Pam and myself in the Liberty andDana, Julie and Malcolm in the Outback. We left Landsborough and headedup the range. The road works slowed us down but we finally arrived atMontville and found a park easily. We browsed in the shops on one side ofthe road and then had morning tea at a bakery on the other side of the road.More browsing and then it was time to get in the cars to join the fellows forlunch at our house in Caloundra. It’s a secret what we discussed but I cantell you it didn’t have four wheels.

We arrived there about 1pm to find that Dave and Rob had arrived as well asJan who ran too late to join us in Montville. Our daughter Kate and dog Bonnywere also there. Guess what the fellows were doing, firmly seated in front ofthe TV watching a car race!

After lunch we wandered down to Currimundi Lake with the surf skis for aswim.

I would like to thank Christine, on behalf of the ladies, for a great morning.We all enjoyed ourselves. We’ll have to do it again sometime.

Glenys Penfold SC002

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EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCEEMPLOYEE PERFORMANCEEMPLOYEE PERFORMANCEEMPLOYEE PERFORMANCEEMPLOYEE PERFORMANCEThese quotes were reportedly taken from actual employee performanceevaluations:

“Since my last report, this employee has reached rock bottom and has startedto dig.”“His men would follow him anywhere, but only out of morbid curiosity.”“I would not allow this employee to breed.”

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“This employee is really not so much of a has-been, but more of a definite won’tbe.”“Works well when under constant supervision and cornered like a rat in atrap.”“When she opens her mouth, it seems that it is only to change feet.”“He would be out of his depth in a parking lot puddle.”“This young lady has delusions of adequacy.”“He sets low personal standards and then consistently fails to achieve them.”“This employee is depriving a village somewhere of an idiot.”“A gross ignoramus —— 144 times worse than an ordinary ignoramus.”“He certainly takes a long time to make his pointless.”“He doesn’t have ulcers, but he’s a carrier.”“He’s been working with glue too much.”“He would argue with a signpost.”“He has a knack for making strangers immediately.”“He brings a lot of joy whenever he leaves the room.”“When his IQ reaches 50, he should sell.”“If you see two people talking and one looks bored, he’s the otherone.”“A photographic memory but with the lens cover glued on.”“A prime candidate for natural deselection.”“Donated his brain to science before he was done using it.”“Gates are down, the lights are flashing, but the train isn’t coming.”“Has two brains: one is lost and the other is out looking for it.”“If he were any more stupid, he’d have to be watered twice a week.”“If you gave him a penny for his thoughts, you’d get change.”“If you stand close enough to him, you can hear the oceans.”“It’s hard to believe that he beat out 1,000,000 other sperm.”“One neuron short of a synapse.”“Some drink from the fountain of knowledge; he only gargled.”“Takes him 1 ½ hours to watch 60 Minutes.”“The wheel is turning, but the hamster is dead.”

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RALLRALLRALLRALLRALLY NEWSY NEWSY NEWSY NEWSY NEWSNew 05 spec car – At the Mexico Rally the Subaru World Rally Team debutedtheir new Impreza WRC 2005. Under the new rules the cars can be wider.The new Impreza is 30mm wider, which improves handling especially ontarmac rallies. Most areas of the car have had some small improvementsincluding, the engine, turbo, electronics, suspension, and aerodynamics.

WRC – Corona Rally Mexico – Rd 3 – This rally is a high altitude event whichaffects engine power and brake performance. It was a great result for Subaruwith Petter Solberg winning in the new Impreza WRC 2005. As the rallyprogressed he overcame brake problems and adjusted the cars handling tohis liking. His new Aussie team mate Chris Atkinson made a big impressionsetting fast stage times early in the rally to claim 4th place. He then had anoff losing a wheel and damaged the power steering. Under the superallysystem he re-started the next day but because of the extensive damage theengine failed with low oil pressure on the last day. The other teams had theirproblems with offs and brake trouble.

Positions – 1 Solberg Subaru, 2 Gronholm Peugeot, 3 Martin Ford, 4 LoebCitroen, 5 Rovanpera Mitsubishi.

Points – Solberg 20, Martin 19, Gardemeister 17, Loeb 15, Gronholm 12.Manufacturers – Peugeot 31, Ford 23, Mitsubishi 23, Subaru 20, Citroen16.

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Line up of vehicles on the Ballina Beach Trip. Photo by Don Watt SC525

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Subaru Touring Wagon L Series, 1987, silver, 5 speed manual, 2 inch lift, 14inch Peugeot mags, bull bar, tow bar, racks, CD, electric windows and mirrors,central locking, power steering, reconditioned engine, very reliable, currentlyreg but sell unreg. GC $2500 ONO. Phone Monique (07) 3862 1535 or 0402126 585.

Wanted: Motor and Carburettor for 90model Brumby. Condition notimportant. Contact Roger Widdowson SC541 on 07 4958 1255.

Regretful Sale. Subaru Sportswagon L Series 1994 model. $9000. Excellentcondition. 153 000 km. Automatic, bull bar, air conditioning. Contact Carlaon 0419 790 841

I have 2 only 16 x 7 1998 WRX wheels that I need sell. They do fit on the2000 forester, but I only have 2... unless someone has 2 they want to sell!!!!!!!!!! Also approx 4 foot square all aluminium roof rack, fits on Foresterroof rails with 4 x bolted clamps, only weighs about 15 kg but will easilycarry 150 kg. Very strong. Contact my email if you want a photo or call me on0415 535 718 Robin Laban SC532 robinlaban@hotmail.com

Current model Forester factory cargo mat and rubber floor mat set $175.00the lot. Set of 4 steel Liberty rims and tyres 25% tread $150.00 ono. ContactDave Martin on 3262 5665 or mob. 0429 121 996

2001 Model Outback H6, 66,000 km. Pearl White with towbar, mats androofbars. Has a paint treatment and interior treatment. Car is located inNoosaville. Contact Graham Mutch on 5475 2475, or mob. 0409 078 087.

Due to selling my Forester I have the following items to sell.Magnatec 10w-40 1 litre bottles x 2 $5 each.Subaru coolant 3 litres $15-Christine Barry SC558

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Genuine RX Turbo Ist month 86, very original, red, 237,000 km, new cambelts and heads, air con, factory alloys, turbo timer, seat covers, new 2 inchlift kit still in box, reconditioned power steering not fitted, $6000, or $5000Club Member price. Contact Keith Peters on 07 4122 3032 or mob. 0408184 145.

Wanted: One only factory H6 alloy 16 inch rim, Contact Keith Peters on 074122 303 or mob. 0408 284145.

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Wanted: 2 service manuals, Gregory’s or similar, to suit:1991 Liberty1992 L series.Contact Dane Allison0438870184

Wanted: 2 used offroad tyres for my Liberty. They need to be 215/70-15 or205/75-15 in an all terrain or highway terrain tread. The tyres I have now area Dunlop A/T snow tyre which aren’t a very aggressive pattern, so somethingsimilar would be good. They don’t need to have a lot of tread left, as long asthey are evenly worn. I only put them on the car when I’m heading off-road. Ineed them to be close in diameter to the 215/70-15’s I currently have whichprobably only have 30% tread left.Contact Dane Allison0438870184

My name is Nick Wells and I was just seeing if you know of anyone or anywhereI could source 1 x Alloy wheel for a 2004 Subaru Forester XT Luxury.

I only need one Alloy wheel as I had an accident in mine and it is ruined. Ihave called many wreckers in QLD and other states but can only find 1 set of4 wheels which they want $1000 for and will not sell one of them.(understandable).

Anyway if you could help it would appreciated. Contact me on 0403 324 765or at nick7200@optusnet.com.au. Cheers, Nick Wells

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Ross Moore a recent new Club member and who is Christine Moore’s father, RikClose’s fiance, unfortunately lost his battle with cancer this month. He owned awell set up Mitsubishi 4WD Express and was recently retired and had movedfrom Bathurst to Caloundra.

To gauge public interest – Subaru Australia imported a Tribeca, Subaru’s newLHD at this stage, big AWD 6 cylinder, 7 seat wagon to display at the recentMelbourne motor show. The public was invited to give their thoughts on the car,to gauge response for a possible release here, in the next few years.

News from the UK – Club members Shane and Libby Taylor who set off for aworking holiday to the UK in January. They are now renting a flat in Guildford,Libby has had her teaching contract extended and Shane has a job in anOptometrist shop as an optical assistant which is a big job change for himbecause he is a fitter and turner by trade. In the near future they plan to buy anearly model second hand WRX wagon as they are well priced over there, to tourthe country.

New camper trailer – Rockhampton club member David Bargen was able to buya virtually unused older style campa-matic camping trailer from a work colleague.With a bit of TLC, plus some improvements by David it will be soon ready to behooked up behind his H6 for future trips.

Monster rig – Keith and Danna Peters have owned a big Toyota Coaster busconverted to a camper for a few years now. Keith always thought he would liketo convert it to 4WD one day. Last month a second hand ex backpacker tourCoaster bus converted to 4WD was advertised for sale in Brisbane. So Keithbought it with the long term plan to transfer all the 4WD drive train andmechanicals including a dual fuel [petrol and gas] Holden 308 V8 over to hisCoaster camper.

Anchors away – Life member Ron Penfold’s other hobby other than 4Wdrivingand camping, is building and using radio controlled, electric powered modelboats. Over the past few years he and son Wade have built up to 40 boats,includingbattle ships, speed boats, steamers (fitted with real steam engines) andamphibious landing craft. At the recent Sunshine Coast Regatta inter-clubcompetition Ron steered his boats in windy conditions to a 1st place, two 2ndsand two 3rds.

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The following article appeared in The Reporter February 23 - March 01, 2005

MELBOURNE DEBUT FMELBOURNE DEBUT FMELBOURNE DEBUT FMELBOURNE DEBUT FMELBOURNE DEBUT FOR BIG B9OR BIG B9OR BIG B9OR BIG B9OR BIG B9

THE newest vehicle in Subaru’s international line-up, the B9, will make itsAustralian debut at the Melbourne International Motor Show from March 3 -14.The new generation crossover offers a big choice of cabin layouts, includingseven seats.Subaru Australia will use the show to gauge buyer interest in its biggest-ever car.There are no current plans for the left-hand drive B9 to be exported outsidethe Americas.However, if a right-hand drive version were made, it would consider thepossibility of expanding its existing local line-up of Forester, Impreza, Libertyand Outback, the company said.The B9 showcases Subaru’s new design direction and draws on the company’saerospace heritage, with its front grille using the theme of an aircraft fuselageand wings.Full details of the B9 will be released at the Melbourne International MotorShow.

First engine rebuild – Over the past few months Bryan Neilsen has beenreconditioning a spare EA82 turbo engine to fit into his RX Turbo. It was his firstfull engine rebuild and it was a successful one too. In early March with the helpof Rob Peters, Mark Ottway, and David Martin, the transplant was completed.

Satisfied new owner – Recently when a work colleague of Greg Bryant was inthe market for a smallish 4 cylinder sedan, Greg suggested to her to have a lookat the Impreza 2.5 RS sedan. After a test driver she was sold, and now she is asatisfied new owner of a manual RS sedan.

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