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wikipedia: morons@work

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:02:57 -0500

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subaru_Impreza_WRX#Rev._G_.282007.29_2 Ikuo Mori takes the place of Kyoji Takenaka as President and CEO of Fuji Heavy Industries. As a cost-cutting effort, the WRX has it...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Review: 2012 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Limited

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 02:17:40 -0500

Some cars appeal to the head. Others to the heart. Judging from the marketing pitches that festooned the corporate-owned, dealer-supplied 2012 Impreza, Subaru hopes the redesigned compact will appeal...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Coolant change requiring conditioner?

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:22:57 -0500

A few months ago I replaced the coolant in my '00 OBW with 178K miles. Subsequently had to replace the lower hose but just reused the existing coolant mixture. Now I read below that Carl (1 Lucky ...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Forester head gasket leak (slight)

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 22:32:56 -0500

So far, this 2000 just emits a slight smell. No high temps, no apparent loss of fluid. I'd like to kill this dragon while it's little... Some have suggested one of the chemical cures. At the local a...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

All 4 doors frozen

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 20:52:09 -0500

Well, it's -20C (-4F) outside today, and the wind makes it feel like -28C (-18F). Throughout this winter my Outback has been getting frozen door locks. It's happened in previous winters, but it's e...... The post has 20 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: AWD car needs a new tire; Replace one or all 4

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:02:02 -0500

because that's what FHI requires. e That's what you'd like to believe. But it is does not make it right. If it makes you feel better I see subarus and quattro outfitted audis run on single axle brake...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Happy New Year a.a.s.

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:56:39 -0500

Hi All! I haven't been here in awhile; thought I'd check in and say Howdy. Doesn't seem like there has been much action in this group lately, how is everybody doin'? And your Soobies? Happy 2012 from...... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Distilled H2O

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:04:58 -0500

Hey there, I've been car sitting my daughter's 99 legacy. Never had one these thingies so know nil about them. I popped the hood to snoop around and found the rad recovery tank had only 2 of fluid...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Head gasket job - what else to include?

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 23:56:10 -0500

The 2002 Forester with only 86,000 miles going into a shop next week. The dealer included water pump and timing belt into the job. Over the years in this group, I seem to remeber that a recommende...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2007 wrx rear defrost wiring

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:08:02 -0500

The rear defrost on my 2007 WRX doesn't work. The fuse looks fine, and the indicator on the button lights up. Is there a wiring harness somewhere that may have come disconnected? Where should I lo...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

03 H6 Outback noise power steering

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 17:17:15 -0500

I mentioned in another thread that I was chasing an intermittent noise (they always only make noise for the wife don't they?) in my wife's Outback. The problem got bad enough that I became certain it...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Failed head gasket video

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 21:21:58 -0500

decent video (lighting could be better) about coolant-to-oil HG failures. (they guy seems to have several other Soob-related videos) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta3JxDkwohY fyi... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Evap Emissions fault

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:21:13 -0500

The OBD in my 04 Forester tells me I have a small leak in the fuel evap system. Any Idea what could be causing this? I've erased the fault 3 times now, but it comes back after about 80 km or so. ...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Anyone keeping up with the 'stop ship' order from Subaru?

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 12:47:45 -0500

It was a mystery for several days, but is shaping up to be a master cylinder problem, based on rumors and speculation I should say. is a recall coming soon? Just the newest models? US only? anybody g...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Tire load

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 02:37:25 -0500

d this table http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/general/airpress_loadadj_Tspeed.jsp shows ZERO change in Tire Load Capacity at the speeds above 100mph. If you read my original post (you did that ...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Bought a new VW Tiguan

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 15:52:57 -0500

As long time Subaru owner (2001 Forester) - I wanted to buy a new Forester. But recent models don't handle as well in regular (highway) driving - and I have no use of increased ground clearance and...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Outside Temp Indicator reading low

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:04:36 -0500

I have a 2008 Impreza 2.5i. Lately the outside temperature has been reading about 5 degrees (F) low, more so when its raining or after I go thru a car wash. I suspect that I could correct this b...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Anyone change H6 serpentine belt pulleys?

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 13:57:47 -0500

Evidently, the bearings on the idler and tensioner pulleys for the accessories drive belt (serpentine belt) on 3.0 H6es are prone to premature failure. I've done my reading on the subject (mostly her...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

FS : New pair EA82 2nd Generation bare cylinder heads

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 10:39:34 -0400

Here's another one... Auction ends Oct 30, 201120:43:37 Pacific Time: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300614062852... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

FS: New pair EA82 2nd Generation bare cylinder heads

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 10:36:59 -0400

Here's another one... Auction ends Oct 30, 201120:43:37 Pacific Time: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300614062852... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Subaru stuff seen for sale/trade thread

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 10:54:03 -0400

maybe this could be a good place to put stuff we've seen on forums, Craigslist, ebay etc. It may not last but it might also be a good resource for people. maybe include stuff you, yourself have avail...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

FS: New pair EA82 2nd Generation bare cylinder heads

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 23:57:03 -0400

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300614062852... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Bought a new Subaru

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 14:52:24 -0400

I purchased a 2011 Subaru Forester Premium (Pzev) yesterday. My Impreza went off-lease therefore, I had to make a decision. So, if anyone wants a 2008 Subaru Impreza hatchback (5 speed) with 10,200 m...... The post has 23 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'96 Outback service manual online?

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 22:01:44 -0400

Would appreciate if someone has a link, or at least can tell me what to expect when I try to remove a rusted e brake cable....... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

flashing security light?

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 19:03:02 -0400

Hi All, On my 2006 Forrester, I just noticed last night that when I press the lock button on my key chain, that a red light titled Security starts flashing on my dash below my odometer. If I pus...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Sent my 89 GL Hatch to the JY yesterday...

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 02:16:21 -0400

Just too rusty to fix... :( One of the most comfortable and capable cars I have ever driven.... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Different technologies in Subaru rear LSDs?

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:54:51 -0400

When I've had I my wife's 03 OBW's rear in the air (brake job, putting synth fluid in the diff) I noticed that rolling the wheel on one side cause the opposite to roll in the same direction. Doing th...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

One popular myth?

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:53:24 -0400

There is a myth (?) that if you don't drive at high speeds, the engine of your car will loose power in hp. True? Thanks in advance,... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Fuse for rear utility outlet: WHERE IS IT????

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 12:44:19 -0400

I have looked at the diagram in the owner's manual until my eyes cross, fumbled under the cover below the steering wheel for half an hour, and I CANNOT find the box where the fuse for this outlet is ...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2001 Subaru Outback question

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 10:38:28 -0400

When the car starts up it takes about a minute for the radio and the windshield wipers to start working, any ideas why this would be? I'm thinking maybe the battery is old and needs replacing.... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

head gasket

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 23:09:37 -0400

I've seen posts here before but I forget, how bad is the head gasket replacement work? This was a very nice 97 subaru legacy outback wagon that overheated on the highway. The way the coolant spurts o...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Clacking from head/block

Sat, 24 Sep 2011 17:03:09 -0400

I have a 1996 Outback that has not been driven for 4 years, and has not been started for %2. We changed the oil ast week, charged the battery and started it up. There was a clacking noise that seemed...... The post has 20 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

trailing arm mounting bracket bolt attachement snapped!

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 12:49:22 -0400

I've been trying to remove the trailing arms in my 02 forester... fighting through the enormous amount of rust I managed to remove it from the knuckle. The short version: There is a mounting bracke...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

UK 2010 Outback - bluetooth

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 10:35:04 -0400

Help! I have recently acquired a used 2010 Outback. When I press the 'off hook' button I do not hear any 'voice guidance' prompts. I can alter the 'voice guidance prompts volume' within setup and th...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

brake noise

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:13:53 -0400

When I brake hard on my 2002 wrx the right front brake makes a scraping sound eeeeeee. If I brake gently then no noise. How can I tell if this is the brake wear indicator signaling the brake pad ne...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

How many brake choices can you have?

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 22:10:23 -0400

I am scrapping my '97 Legacy L with the blown HG, and my '89 GL Coupe (because of rust) :( I have a 1996 Legacy Outback wagon I am getting ready, and I'm in a quadry about the brakes. The rotors are...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1507 code fix

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 00:50:52 -0400

A 1998 forester was throwing this code. Reseating the electrical connector at the sensor stopped this. Dielectric grease was applied to the pins of he connector to prevent this from happening again...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Mobil1 product guide

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:16:50 -0400

For those amongst you guys who are aware of the recent changes made to oil formulations (ILSAC GF-5) and are looking for the best oil in terms of retained high ZDDP (zinc) addiditve levels, ...here i...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

VIDEO: This is what you get mixing a Subaru Impreza with a BMW V10 Engine

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:29:37 -0400

From AB Subaru loves boxers. No, not the kind that beat each other into bloody pulps, we're talking about the engine design, which places the cylinders directly across a horizontal plane, almost like...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Offboard hybridization

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 02:58:10 -0400

A thought occurred to me last night: why do you need to bother with lugging a huge battery onboard when you could just flush the battery and the motor(s) into the floor of a purpose built trailers. T...... The post has 38 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Subaru to focus heavily on the USA for future products

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 14:31:11 -0400

From AN Subaru plans to roll out three new vehicles over the next three years: the BRZ coupe developed jointly with Toyota, a hybrid and a compact crossover. Subaru executives say vehicles are being ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Problems with HD Radio in your Subaru?

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 18:47:17 -0400

HD Car Radio Investigation The trial lawyers at Keefe Bartels, LLC are currently investigating the marketing and sales of HD car radios by certain car manufacturers. Consumer statutes and laws protec...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Acceptable drain plug washer

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 19:17:15 -0400

My 1997 Legacy's oil plug used Subaru's crush washers, but in recent years all Subaru has (here) is some flat washers. If a flat washer is acceptable then would there be any issue using just any old...... The post has 21 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

FT-86/FRZ

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:02:58 -0400

I assume this was posted already? http://www.insideline.com/toyota/ft-86/2011/videos/2011_toyota_ft-86_ss_111.htmlThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

1998 forester service manual

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 02:17:01 -0400

Friend needs a manual to troubleshoot a 1507 code. 1998 forester wagon. Anyone know where to get a free one online? Thanks, Bob Noble http://www.sonic.net/bnoble... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Setting your tire pressures affects your transmission shifting

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 01:22:38 -0400

I have a 2000 OBW with 5MT. Ever since I've had this car, I've never really had a consistent smooth shift from it. I've owned it for 8 years and shifting has remained jerky since the beginning. It'...... The post has 13 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2012 Subaru Impreza Retains $17,495 Base Price

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 21:11:09 -0400

Oh Subaru. My car goes off-lease near the end of October and the new models are out in November. What to do now? http://gadgets.autoblog.com/2011/08/19/redesigned-2012-subaru-impreza-retains-17-495-s...... The post has 23 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

two sets of tires or one set of dedicated snow tires?

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:45:50 -0400

Hi everybody, here's one to debate a little. I have a 2000 Forester with 182K miles and soon need to replace the Goodyear Triple Treds I've been using. Would I be better off running something like ...... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Torque specs needed for 03 Outback strut R&R

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:09:31 -0400

As stated; I may change the struts myself on my wife's 03 (Legacy) H6 Outback.(it has fairly low miles but one of the rear struts is leaking oil.) I have some numbers but they appear to be for WRX....... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Impreza wiper problem

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:46:11 -0400

I had a problem with the wipers on my 2.5 RS Impreza. The wiper bushings were worn causing the driver's wiper to hit the A pillar. Solution here: http://tinyurl.com/3q52zw7 It's someone else'...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here