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  1. I recently bought an 05 OB 2.5iLtd for my wife. It's looks nice enough but the handling is a little disappointing when I compare it to my 00 Legacy GT. They are both automatics and wagons. It feels like I am driving the GT but following the OB. Is the height difference the major contributor in cornering etc. and is there a way to tune up the suspension on the OB to bring back that good ole feeling of the GT?
  2. Now isn't the 2000 prone to EXTERNAL HG leaks? I am beginning to suspect something similar in my 00 Legacy GT, but the techs did a visual and said that when they go, they GO! Is it possible that a small leak is under certain conditions allowing a small stream of coolant to evaporate off on the hot engine, leaving no residue. I know that with my trany leak, they added an ultraviolet dye to the fluid and then after a while, inspected the area with a UV light. This might be a solution if you wish to eliminate the possibility of ANY external leaks.
  3. Just found out today that I will be getting another reman auto trany from SOA. First one replaced at 41K due to delay engaging, apparently a known problem with the 00 Legacy. Replacement lasted 28K and started whining between 40-50 mph then making "knocking" sounds in park or neutral. Thank my lucky stars for extended warranty.
  4. I see you have the LL Bean. I believe your's is the 6 cyl.. Is it manual or AT? I have the 05 OB 2.5i Ltd. ( a snappy monotone Champagne Gold color... better gas mileage?). It's only a 4 banger and runs on 87 octane with an auto trany. I will have to check the mileage as it is actually the missus' ride. I now drive the cast off 2000 GT also Auto., woe is me . The GT gets about 22 mpg mixed hwy. and kid chauffeur with some pinging at 87 octane, an issue I am trying to resolve. I think I remember seeing a display for mpg on the center gauge panel. I'll check the next time I'm in the car and use the automatic calculator on the dash gauges. It'll take a week or so to get a mileage count by my own calculations so I'll send you a PM if this thread is in mothballs by then.
  5. That very minimal post was a cheap ploy by Northguy to inch closer to 2170 posts at which time he is eligible for a free encylclopedia! Cars and their designs are works in progress. My first Sub was a FWD 1984 and the latest is the 05 OBiLtd. Some will make the argument that the older Subes were the reliable workhorses and the new ones are following a road more travelled. Well, I guess as I've gotten older I don't mind some of the newer amenities like cup holders and heated seats (Note: no longer holding a cup of hot coffee precariously between your legs necessitated the need for seat warmers). While the side crash tests were not as glowing as the frontal impact test, it still beats the earlier "no airbag" design. As for the entusiasm of the USMB board members, they have been invaluable in solving mysteries of things Subaru for me and saving me many bucks to boot in the process. Moderator, please note that this current post is much more wordy than Northguy's and could possibly count for bonus posting credits in my total, inching me closer to nirvana. BTW the solid sound of the door closing is impressive on the 05s.
  6. Decided to check my oil level after my last FREE oil change at the dealership. Looks at least one if not two quarts over! Generous souls they are. It's past the F hole, and a good ways past the notch in the dipstick. What damage can occur? Seems like every time I leave the dealership, I bring a new problem home with me.
  7. The term "Tribeca" was coined in the early 80's by clever realtors in lower Manhattan to give name to an otherwise nondescript area of former warehouses, factories and loft spaces. The name stands for the TRIangle BElow CAnal street. The area eventually caught on and is beyond trendy at this point. It was the former home of the World Trade Towers pre 9-11. That is what is in a name.
  8. Suzam is correct. I just returned from dealer installing passenger side gusset (did driver's side last week). I asked about the cause of the problem and he pointed out that if you lean against the glass from the inside while getting into the car in a tight space or if you open the door by pulling on the glass, it springs the metal over time and allows for the air gap and noise. He described lowering the window and pinching the metal at the top of the triangular corner to tighten the contact as Suzam describes. He thought that the new pieces he installed might have been re-engineered but who knows.
  9. Not a post hijack! Hey Blitz, Please email me or PM. I have a question regarding an earlier post by you about pinging and can't contact you through the board for clarification. Thanks.
  10. Is it possible that a faulty knock sensor would account for pinging under strain even without throwing a code or CEL?
  11. "On older ones they had small springs so work in area you won't lose parts. Worked every time for me!" !!!!! I read this and did not heed the warning. There are small pieces in there and I ended up screening a gravel driveway to recover lost parts!!!! BEWARE
  12. Ask them to replace the passenger side gusset as a start. I was amazed at how much noise had been from this area on my 2000 Legacy once they were replaced.
  13. Are there suitable fluids for tranny and fuel injector cleaners that do the job without the advertising hype? I see where SOA and other specialty dealers ONLY are supllied with BG 44K for engine and injector cleaning and at a relatively hefty price. Other than a marketting ploy and elitism, is there any difference between their chemistry and say STP injector cleaner? On a similar note, much is said about mixing tranny fluids by different manufacturers. Since a drain and fill tranny fluid change only swaps out about half of the fluid, unless SOA specified their factory installed fluid, you would in all likelihood, always be mixing brands. In fact the parts manager of my dealership says he gets various manufacturers sent to him for his shop. Penzoil specifies its type III trany fluid as compatable with other type III Mercon tranny fluids but other compainies do not make such a claim. As long as you are not mixing type F with type III Mercon, is there any harm? Anyone have science to back up the above??
  14. There is a drain hole in the cowling just under the hood in the corner in front of the windshield on both the driver and passenger side. It gets clogged with leaves and other crap. Make certain the hole is patent and try to pour some water in this area and see if it drains out under the car. If not, the rain water that should be draining out is overflowing and going into the passenger compartment probably through an air intake.
  15. Is there anywhere that Technical Service Bulletins can be viewed? I have a 2000 Legacy GT and only recently realized that certain quirks of my car that I accepted as "normal" were covered by updated replacement parts. I would have been screwed were it not for an extended warranty. Access to such bulletins could guide a buyer into buying an extended warranty as the standard one reaches its expiration time.
  16. AVK Thanks for the heads up. I'll check when I order next time. So far I have only ordered accessories online and they were difficult to forge. My local dealer has given me the "wholesale" cash price when I show him the other's prices. The price on electrical and mechanical parts are signifiicantly cheaper than the list price when haggled.
  17. Pinging...Spark plugs been changed?? If yes then ask the dealer if there is a reset for the computer that could be done. There are some TSBs on this but it didn't maker any difference on my 2000 Legacy GT . The biggest difference was after I changed the plugs and I haven't noticed any further improvement from the reset.
  18. Try Discount Parts (on-line division of Liberty Subaru parts department in NJ) 1-888-782-9493 ask for Jason in parts specify Discount Parts pricing. 25% off MSRP, shipping about $6 and no tax. There are similar deals on the west coast from 1stSubaruParts.com for those reading this post from out yonder. These are genuine Subaru parts.
  19. Just got back from a trip to Autozone. They have an epoxy product by same company as JB Weld called JB Stick that claims it's good for gas tanks. There was another product on the shelf next to it clled Steel Stick ( I think) that also claimed it was good for gas tank repair.
  20. Just shipped a car from CT to Chaarlotte, NC and the guy with the "hot shot" trailer lives in the Charlotte area. PM or email me if you need his info for a ship and deal directly with the driver. Might be worthwhile if you time it right and you end up as an add on to another trip.
  21. Be sure to take advantage of Moosen's sales policy: Free smile with every purchase over three dollars.
  22. http://www.eastwood.com Epoxy to repair gas tank $48.99 This may be for internal. Look for epoxy. I'm sure they exist.
  23. Transmission dip stick is behind the engine in front of driver side firewall. Move a few hoses out of the way, look down and you'll see it has a yellow top. Other side (passenger) lower down yet, again move a few hoses aside, yellow top handle, you'll find the shorter differential dip stick. In either case, if your gaze reaches the ground, you've gone too far.
  24. Thanks Gnuman. I removed the assembly from the car (a fortune in coins 'neath the back seat) and with the room it afforded me I was able to untangle the fold that was.... all the way at the reel attachment point. It still took less time than going to the dealer and buying the part and reinstalling it AND I get to keep all the coins. I love this site and the passive and active encouragement!
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