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EDIT: That stuff sounds good, What I've been using is "Mothers Back-to-Black" its the best thing I have used so far, its not like Armorall or Black magic. This stuff conditons the rubber and doesn't become dependent on it. I will have to check out 303 more -Tom WTF? I did an internet search for "Formula 303" and all it brings up is info about some "Anti-stress" drug? Haha!

OK, I have a Haynes aswell. I will check that. I don't have the interior part for the FSm so I'm SOL on that part lol. I'll just see what I find tomorrow -Tom And no, I won't wongleflute with anything unless I know what it is Hehe.

Bill, hmm ok. SO am I looking for the Window Sash ad Regulator mounting bolts? There is one in 3 of the cornors and two bolts in the cornor closet to the door handel (Outside) From what I'm seeing in my Chilton, they are talking about if the window tilts to far forward or to far rearward, but not about pushing in or out, Eh.. -Tom

Nope there are no holes or slots in the door with out removing the panel (If memory serves) Its no biggie, I've removed these door panels more times then I can blink) I'll take a gander at my Chilton since I'm not doing anything -Tom

Hmm, I'll have to pop off the panel tomorrow (If it doesn't rain) and see what I find. Thanks for the info!

Bill, oh ok. I didn't know any Subaru had this. But then again it would be needed as not every Subaru was 100% the same, so things would have needed to be adjusted while on the assembly line. Cool maybe I'll be able to adjust them -Tom

PS: all Subarus starting from the late 70s till 2008 all had frameless windows, untill the 2008 Impreza came out with the frame windows, and now Subaru has started making all there models with framed window glass (Like most any other vehicle) -Tom

Hey Bob, Yea the windows are frameless (Presses against the rubber to seal it) The window it self is sold (Doesn't wiggle around) But it just seems that it could press harder against the rubbers to seal it better. The rubbers are in pretty go shape, but I think they might be loosing there sponge(ieness) from the years of being pressed against the glass. Rubbers will still become old and crank if no one ever treats them, you figure it gets -20 here in winter and we do get hot summers (100+ deg. F) Most of the window rubber is coverd by the window when closed, but the little big that is expossed to the eliments has started cracking and became ruff (Was like that) The other reason I've been using some rubber/plastic treatment on them it so it soaks in plumping them up for a little while (Kinda like spraying WD-40 or SeaFoam onto a bushing rubber to plump it up to take away any slack in it from age) -Tom

Ben, throw it out, its a crappy Subaru, complete junk! Worst car brand ever made! Ok, enough dicking around. I would check and clean any connections and plugs that you see (I did this to mine a few weeks ago and it seems to run better) If you have anything corroded you can use some "Emmery cloth" to clean them then apply some of that connection jelly to ensure its getting good contact. Also, how is the cat and resenator on your car? Is there a change either of them might be plugged up (Due to rattling cat) causing to much back-pressure? Have you ever cleaned out the hoses and T-connectors that run from one Head to the other? These can get a build up of crud in them aswell. I don't know much more there is to clean in your engine. Only other thing I can think of is you bought some defective parts (Cap, rotor) My thoughs -Tom

So, Mine are starting to go - I'm getting some moister between the glass and the rubber where it meets while the door is closed plus I do get a little water inside if I use water @ pressure (Hose, car wash ect.) Does anyone have a clue what new rubbers will cost? Is it a Genuine only part? (Assuming it is) I've been using some treatment on them to keep them soft and from cracking since I bought the car in '06. they are still soft and nice but seem like they could press against the glass harder. Thanks for any knowledge on this, -Tom

Bill, Looks like a Roobar from Aus!! Likie -Tom

That rear bumper looks sooo clean - awesome job on both, I want to see the Skid plate!

Now that is some mud huh -Tom

Lol yea, ok I'll take a look -Tom

That bumper does look nice, I bet it was a PITA (Its got nice rounded ends) and some funky angles. I like the progress man -Tom

Pressure washer!! Did you take any pics or video? Its always good to impress people who don't beleive in Subarus

Yes thats it, its right on the same housing your t-stat is. As for the "tick" relay thought, well the Defrost nor the heating system has a relay that opens and closes - at least not that you'll hear. So its gonna be one of those noises you'll never figure out :-p If your idleing to low, bring the idle up. on the left side of the throttle body (Facing it) there is a standard head screw, adjust it in or out to change the idle RPM. Autos should idle when hot about 750 - 900RPM when it park. In drive it should go down to 550 - 650RPM. -Tom

I also installed new headlight bulbs: 9004 Luminics Titanium White 120/140w 5,500K - these are extream white with a hint of silver, they shoot out and eluminate the area pretty damn good. -Tom

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I POR-15 up the rear crash compartment (Tool box) yesterday. I found a soft spot that went all the way thru, so after fixing that with fiberglass sheets and resen I coated the whole box with POR-15 (Nothing is gonna come thru, EVER) -Tom

Oh wow! thats a awesome idea, I didn't think of that. That would really help when you articulation hey! Thanks for sharing

Boy thats some list Bill - Can you tell me about the duel e-brake thing? Whats the purpose? Never heard of this before Can't wait to see the pics tomorrow, -Tom

Ok, they may have a FF-1. but look at all the other cars they list - its prolly just a joke/spam ad. -Tom

Oh ok Well the point is, the Leone was a model - not just a nickname people called it e.g (L-Series) Thats all I was trying to clear up -Tom