2.5's are known to need a ton more prep work to survive at modified power levels.

An ej207 bottom end brand new from Subaru is about 3k - many people on here have simply smashed a big turbo on, wound it up and enjoyed reliable and quick cars.

2.5 would have more torque, but the 2.2 would sort that.

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