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I wrote the original post here, and have kept track of its following over the years. The automatic trannys on 99 & 00 were equipped with some sort of a seal that gets lazy over time, causing delayed engagement of forward gears. (Subaru fixed this problem on later model cars) Trans-X works great to fix this problem on the 99 & 00 models. However, I am unaware of anyone saying that it will fix a 2011 auto tranny. It may help, or may do nothing. Use the smaller bottle 15 oz size, not the larger size bottle. Also, be aware that a tranny drain only drains out half the tranny fluid. The other half stays in the torque converter. So, often, a fill then drain of 3 times is done, with short drives between drain/fills, to thoroughly drain out old fluid. Another thought.......your 2011 may have the ECVT trans axle, which is far different tranny, then the older style auto 4 speeds with torque converter. If so, it is unknown if Trans-X will fix an ECVT. Let us know if you have the ECVT, or the older style 4EAT auto tranny.
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Thoughts & Opinions. 89 Subaru Justy w/ECVT
Rooster2 replied to 88coupe's topic in Old Gen.: 80's GL/DL/XT/Loyales...
Suggest you find a hub at a wrecking yard, instead of going through the work of pressing out/pressing in a new bearing. So much easier to replace the hub. As I think about it, finding any parts at wrecking yard is getting more difficult for cars built in the 80's. Not many on the road any more, so yards are more likely to crush these older cars. Others here may be able to tell you if some Justy parts are interchageable with perhaps an Impreza. To some degree, Subaru parts are like legos, and are interchangeable with other Subarus. For 300 bucks, you can't go too far wrong on this car. Post some pixs, like to see what you got. -
I think you will drive yourself crazy trying to track down and fix this crazy problem. It would be a whole lot easier to buy an after market radio with the 3.5MM imput you desire. However, I doubt you will be able to install with steering wheel controls. For aftermarket radios, Crutchfield Company has been great to me. Their customer service is terrific. Visit their website............http://www.crutchfield.com/
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any crackling noise heard from speakers, when volume level changes??
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Smart move on going to ask if you can join them on a trip.
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Fairtax makes some very good points. Over night, I was thinking more about your trip, and was starting to think the same thing. Driving a Subie, or any other vehicle off road into the wild without knowing the reliability factor of the vehicle can be risky. If you were to break down in the wild, you would quickly comprehend, and realize your Subie was not up for the trip. There must be "off road" clubs in Australia, you could possibly join. It would be wise to learn from them what is needed for off roading in Australia.. Also, they would know the routes to take, and you could follow their lead on trips. Remember.....................You don't need to get lost in the middle of no where by yourself. That could be a disaster.
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I didn't see anything that I felt my 99 Outback couldn't conquer. I have an older model with OEM 15", that I put over sized 215 X 70 X 15" tires. This has give me an extra inch of lift with nice results. Newer Outbacks have 16 inch wheels, so don't know anything about tire sizes for 16 inch for a cheap lift. One thing for sure, you are going to need some mud/snow, or off road type tires. The guys in the video had them on what they were driving. I would be inclined to buy an extra tire and wheel for the desert trip. Carry it up on the roof of the Outback, as an insurance policy in case you have a flat. Pad lock it in place, so no one can easily steal it.Maybe need to carry some cans of gas, if you have a long way to drive with no gas filling stations around. The guys in the video looked like they had 2 way radios, nice to have. As said earlier, think best to drive the desert with others in other vehicles. Not a good place to break down by yourself, with no one around. Looks advisable to have a Subie with air conditioning. Sure looks hot in the desert.
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Wrecking yard would be a good source.
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Yea, sure sounds like a bad heater core to me, but maybe a hose has sprung a leak to the heater core. Things like that happen on old cars. Replacing a heater core is a nasty job. The dash has to be disassembled to gain access to the heater core. I gather you may already know that. There are "fixes in a bottle," to stop radiator leaks. Yea, they can and do work, but use too much, and the stop leak will somewhat plug up the heater core, so the heater won't work well in the winter. Still, I would be tempted to try one, if you don't think you have much to loose with the heater core leaking anyway.
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Watched the video. Looks like the entire area is sand, so no need to have an Outback "lifted." Not like you you would be climbing any large rocks, that is when you need higher ground clearance. The automatic tranny will do just fine on the sand. Recommend you have some decent tires on an Outback, and be sure that you have enough gasoline. I didn't see any gas stations around. Enjoy..............the island trip looks like a lot of fun. The slightly longer Outback will not be a negative vs, the slightly shorter Forester. Outback still has my vote of choice. It will easily carve its way through the sand.
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Called FCP import, they price matched Parts Geek, so ordered KYBs from them. I felt more comfortable with them, in case of a problem, and had to return anything.
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Are you making this trip on your own, or are you traveling with others, who will be driving their own vehicles?? Always better with others, in case you would have a vehicle break down, and need help.
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Anyone had favorable, not favorable transactions with Parts Geek? Their prices are good, but did read a number of reviews of people complaining about their customer service, when they returned parts, because they received the wrong part. Wonder if complaints were legit, or just competitors lodging false complaints and mischief.
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Fairtax, Good call on going to KYBs online catalog. Why didn't I think of that. Regards, Larry (Rooster2)
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Also, The Outback rides a little better smoother (less choppy), because of the longer wheel base. What are the driving conditions on Fraser Island?? This would be the determining factor to decide if you need a lift kit or not. 2.5 motor has more then enough power. Do you want a standard transmission or an automatic transmission??
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Thanks,,,,,,,,,I checked those stock numbers on Parts Geek, and couldn't find them. I did find 335020, and 335021, and recommended fits for my Outback. Any chance those are the correct numbers?
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My 99 OBW, needs new rear struts and bump stops. I shopped Parts Geek, Rock Auto, Advance, and others. All sell KYB struts, with selection for the Legacy model. I am not sure if KYBs sized for a Legacy will fit an Outback.?? That is what they want to sell me. Is there a difference?? Also, several different part number KYB model struts are available for sale for a Legacy. I am confused which one to order???? Guess, I could chat with the "help" desk at the parts houses for advise, but trust you guys for better advise. Does anyone know for sure which KYBs part number fits my Outback?? Also, which bump stop kit is best to order?? Also read that the KYB bump stop sits above the corrugated plastic strut rod protector, where OEM bump stop sits on the bottom under the protector. Does this make any difference?? Thanks for any help.............Rooster2............Larry
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Thanks.
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Had my mechanic check things out. It became apparent that the hand brake drum brake unit was the source of the squeaky squeaky. PO had someone work o the unit, and had installed the bottom spring wrong, so it stuck out, and rubbed on something. Installing the spring correctly fixed the problem. I had heard the noise for a long time, but never thought too much about it, until it decided to get a lot louder. Mechanic also pointed out that rear struts are toast. Lots of fluid leaking. I am surprised the car still drives well. Guess not all the shock fluid has not pumped out. Will shop on line for some KYBs. Thanks to all who responded.
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Not easy for someone to come up with a definite list of things to get done. Everyone has their own opinions, so best for you to create a "to do" list of what you want done. What you see here is simply good advise that you can add to your "bucket list" for repairs and maintenance. Keep asking questions on this forum about Subies repairs. All here are glad to give advise and help.
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Another thing to do is to change the ATF in the auto tranny. Only half can be drained out at one time, the rest stays in the torque converter. So, best to drain and fill three times, with short drives between drains. ATF seems to be generic, so I use Wal-Mart house brand ATF for many years now with no issues. There is a drain bolt on the bottom of the tranny to make draining easy, Fluid is added through tube near firewall, where check level dip stick resides.
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Yea, nice looking car. It has the same exterior paint as my 99 OBW, which I like. Any more pixs coming??
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I will have my mechanic check it out. Yea, could be a wheel bearing I suppose. Will look into that as well.
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My Outback just started the squeaky, squeaky noise which I think must be drive shaft u-joints. This is my first experience with this problem on a Subie. Sounds pretty much like other cars that I have owned that developed u-joint squeaky dry bearings. How difficult is this problem to fix? Anyone been there done this??
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Also, be aware that "louder" is not always good. Having a loud muffler compete with the sound system in your car can be annoying. IMO, after a while, you wonder why you wanted to listen to your muffler, instead of your favorite tunes.
