Olnick

I've noticed that a lot of newcomers to USMB are starting model-specific threads here in Shoptalk. Obviously they are not familiar with the structure of the various forums or of how their car would be classified. It's not helping them or USMB in general--their questions and the responses given are somewhat "dead ended" here. The problems and answers don't get the wider exposure they deserves. Besides that, it clutters actual "Shoptalk" discussion. If I may I'd like to offer a couple of suggestions: MEMBERS--Do not offer detailed answers here. Welcome a newcomer then aim them to the appropriate forum, suggest they post their questions there. MODS--Please keep an eye on this forum and move model specific threads as quickly as possible. I think we'd all be a lot happier and it would help preserve USMB's fantastic reputation for helpfullness. Mahalo and Aloha!

Don't know if this helps or not, but have you inspected the socket base that holds the lamp and plugs into the lens/reflector housing? For what it's worth here's what happened to me a while back: http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/showthread.php?t=41301&highlight=headlight+connector Good luck.

Nice pic. Which one is the fuel pump badboy?

Personally I'd be a bit leery of an ebay JDM engine, kind of like buying a pig in a poke. Fortunately you have some excellent resources right there in Colorado. Best bet would be a rebuilt engine from CCR in Denver but that might be a bit pricey for your situation. Get in touch with Lmdew (post #5 above) in the Springs--he knows his Subie bits-and-pieces and could give you some excellent guidance, maybe even do the job for you reasonably. Good luck. Hope you can save your Li'l Darlin.

Yes, Legacy launched in '89 in Japan and perhaps some other regions, but was not offered in the US 'til the '90 MY. Don't know if that helps with the tranny series codes or not.

So, JGromada, any progress with your problem yet?

Replace. No question about it.

Agree with you--I think you should replace the axle. Just don't use a parts store replacement. Go with new or rebuilt Subaru or with a rebuilt from MWE. Good luck.

Yes! Let's hope it tells you definitively what you need to know.

I think it's actually 22mm--but 7/8 should work.

They reshaped the crown of the pistons (IIRC) to improve power--just enough to allow them to interfere with the valves!

[The EJ22 engine did become an interference engine with the '97 model year. I imagine it was universal across the entire Subaru line, including the Outback Sport. Anyone know for sure? Have you considered swapping in a used 2.2?

Log1call's observation ^ makes a lot of sense at this point. I'd think a compression test would be a wise next step.

I don't understand your point, nipper. Can you clarify?

This board has more information available than any manual. A simple search will reveal almost anything you need to know.

My point exactly. If you were trying to determine bad contacts you would listen specifically for that initial solenoid click.

This may point to something other than the contacts. You should hear the solenoid click first--then if the contacts are bad (pitted, burnt, corroded) the starter gets no juice and doesn't turn.

Gads, I wish the info box at the upper right of posts had a place for State or Country!

This is an EJ25 DOHC, right? What year? Mileage? Was it idling okay before you worked on the head gaskets? I still think it might be a good idea to pull the Idle Air Control valve and give it and its connecting hoses a thorough cleaning. Also check/clean the electrical connectors for the IACV, MAF and the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor. Good luck, Brent. Keep trying things and asking questions!

Hi Brent--welcome aboard. You'll get more response to your questions if you post them in the "New Generation" forum rather than here in "Shop Talk." Aloha, Nick

Just go to Walmart and get gallon containers of their supertech.

DO NOT DO THAT! 75w-90ns is gear oil--it's for manual trannys.

Wait! Whoa! STOP! Redline 75W-90ns is gear oil--it's for manual transmissions. You have an automatic, you need ATF--automatic transmission fluid.

Welcome aboard! You can find standard euipment for models you may be interested in at Cars101: http://www.cars101.com/subaru_archives.html Just be aware that the early EJ25 engine is susceptible to head gasket problems, and that since MY '97 all EJ engines are interference. Good luck with your search.