Up here in Dahlonega... stop by my house and help me take apart the motor! If you have any tools, subi books or an engine hoist/stand bring it! haha I dont wanna wait till Sept 20th to find out what the issue is/was. I will provide Brewski and some Food! If you are interested post on here or PM me! Post beer preference here!
Probably won't be able to make it up there, but since you mentioned "subie books" I figured I'd make sure you knew that the full '04 STi factory service manual was available: http://ken-gilbert.com/wrx/STi_Manual/index.htm Good luck with the teardown/rebuild!
I used the link above when I done my rebuild. It was a huge help to me. Just finished my rebuild on my 02 wrx.
Might be able to make it up for part of the day (depends on what time the wife heads back to SC). What kind of tools do you need besides the hoist and such?
It looks like I may be able to get up there, but I can't tell you what time yet. I'll PM or call you when I find out.