Help! rebuild not so done. One problem fixed. Now new ones

[kimokalihi]

Just make sure your mating surface is nice and flat on the pan.

[RckyMtnLegacy]

Just compared my two pans. This one looks like it was over tightened and the bolt holes are raised a lot

[RckyMtnLegacy]

I got the engine in and it started right up. Now it gets to temperature for a few minutes and then overheats. I filled it all the way up and it just fills the overflow. I am thinking it could be the aftermarket thermostat or my cap. I will replace both today.

[kimokalihi]

Yeah don't use aftermarket thermostats. They're not designed like the OEM one there's threads about this. If you compare an aftermarket one from a parts store to the OEM one the difference is astounding. I suggest the same with the cap.

[RckyMtnLegacy]

Ok thanks. I bought everything when I started the build before I read about the thermostat.

[RckyMtnLegacy]

So I got a Subaru Thermostat then a 13lb cap. Got it all on and filled up. Started right up and got to temperature and stays steady. I let it sit for a while and then drove her around still doing great. I have a slight hesitation but I will deal with that. She did need a bath though. Meet Sad Panda my white and black (unless she is sudsing) TLeg.

[RckyMtnLegacy]

How would you know if your injectors were not connected correctly? SHe drives fine but under acceleration sometimes it stutters.