We had a recent enquiry from a close friend to get their 1991 Liberty GX up to a roadworthy state. We undertook the job as a good project to show our customers what we can achieve.
The repair list was quite substantial, and was split into 3 parts; faults requiring immediate attention, faults that require attention soon, and minor faults. The main issues were: leaking heatercore, leaking headgasket, clutch slipping, suspension struts leaking, all brakes worn out, overdue for major service.
We talked through the repair list with the customer and were given permission to complete the entire repair list, and add some goodies along the way.
The parts we had agreed to upgrade included: Front and rear full adjustable HSR coilovers (front 9kg, rear 11kg), front 2000 WRX 4 pot calipers with stock pads and new genuine rotors and 2005 Subaru Liberty GT wheels (painted satin black) with Federal 595 RS-R tyres.
The work (not particularly in order) that we carried out included:
-Removed centre console, steering wheel, dashboard assembly, and HVAC system. Remove heatercore and outsource repair for leaks. Refit heatercore, HVAC system, dashboard assembly and steering wheel. Repair radio antenna connector and refit centre console.
-Removed wheels and suspension struts. Replaced struts with coilovers, Removed and replaced front brake caliper assemblies and discs. Replace rear brake discs and pads and fit new wheels.
-Inspected rear boot and doors for water leaks, removed aftermarket spoiler and fit genuine spoiler, plug aftermarket spoiler holes.
-Bled brakes and change rear diff and gearbox oil
-Removed engine from vehicle. Remove manifolds, right hand head assembly and clutch assembly. Replace clutch assembly, right hand head gasket, spark plugs and timing belt kit. Replaced gaskets as necessary and refit engine to vehicle. Replaced engine oil, engine oil filter, coolant and fuel filter.
-Removed power steering pump and replaced. Bled power steering fluid and engine coolant for air locks.
-Road test vehicle for faults, new wheels scrub on rear guards with passengers in vehicle. Remove rear wheels and roll rear guards, refit wheels and road tested for scrubbing, scrubbing ceased.
Below are some photos before work commenced:
Front
Spoiler
Wheels and brakes
Interior
Engine