Qman

I should not have a problem making this. Add me to the list!

First, skimming is not the fault of those "with no lives". The information is available to everyone who looks for it. Second, Darwin will take care of the other 97%. Seriously though, people rely way too much on other things instead of themselves. Most Subaru owners are starting to act like the other idiots with 4WD. I can go anywhere therefore I should do so at regular speeds and the car should adapt to me. You still have to stop. You still need to take the conditions into account. You still need to be in control. If you have to slow down to be in control then guess what... SLOW DOWN! It's not rocket science. It is simple mechanics

What are you talking about. You make no sense. ABS doesn't work you say. It should be a perfect system. Cruise control shut down. Really? The bottom line is the system works exactly as it was designed. It is not an auto-pilot. It should not tell you the intersection ahead is icy. You should know it or at the very least suspect that the intersection is icy. The ambient temp, moisture in the air, blah, blah, blah. You have to come up with a better arguement. Sounds more like you can not adjust to conditions. I drive one way every day and the weather should adjust to me. Really, think about it before you type it. Nipper, Well stated on every level!

If you would read my post you would also note that I said by using neutral and downshifting it works fine. If you just use the brakes in snow and ice with the car in drive you will continue to have problems. I drove in the worst ice storm ever in the NW with no issues. I am sure I could do the same there. I am not questioning "your" driving ability. Just wondering why no one uses other means for braking. That is all, nothing more. My biggest point was to learn to use the systems provided. Not to disable the safety equipment!

The Gator-grip worked?!? I have one in the original package still. Cool though.

You can unbolt it. It comes apart in two pieces. Just jack up the car in the rear. Spin a tire, if the other spins the same direction it is LSD. If not, it is open. Yes, even works for the VLSD.

I am going to say that you are right. Both of the charts referenced here show that the trans code lists as a 3.90 FD. I would take the time to check the rear diff to verify that they match as well. http://www.gearhack.com/docs/Subaru%20Transmission%20Chart.html.files.hidden/Subaru%20Tranny%20Chart.pdf

Subaru retro-fitting or Vanagon forums will be where you need to spend time.

Other than E-brakes...

Bucky and Moosens are in Conn. Both spend more time in old school forums as well as bunch of others within an hours or so drive. They have good connections, and a large network, and can do a majority of the stuff themselves.

Do you own a vice? Open the vice enough to allow the lug nut to fit but not tight. Set the socket on the vice lug nut down. Take a punch and drive out the lug nut.

I can appreciate that. I had a set of interior tools so that wasn't a problem. But, not everyone can have that many duplicates though.

I don't think that is what people are doing. You asked for examples and that is what people gave. Don't take it personally.

I don't know what to tell ya. I drive the OB in snow, ice, dirt, gravel, etc... Never had a problem stopping. So does my wife without issue. Knowing how the system works does not mean you know how to work the system.

No access from the bottom... cross member is in the way!

That's right... a clean tool is a well used tool!!

Exactly, a little oil is actually good. Otherwise, they will or can rust.

The zero offset wrench is the winner. I bought one(10-12mm) years ago from Snap-on. It was ~ $20.00. I used it for EA82 water pump nuts. I also have found that it works great for the flex plate bolts. The key for any wrench or socket is that the threads have to reach the edge. If they do not you will find the situation you are currently in. To get this one out you will need either a 6 point socket or wrench. You may have to remove the intake to get proper access to it. Do not use heat or a torch anywhere near the main harness connections. You will end up in more trouble than you have now.

The easiest thing I have found in the 30+ yrs of wrenching to keep my tools clean is to clean them(wipe down with a shop rag) and put them away immediately after using them. No secret sauces or cleaners required. Rachets will from time to time to be disassembled and new grease added. But other than that, just clean up when you're done is the best advice I could give any young mechanic.

Removing the fuse is not considered a good idea. Proper driving techniques are the answer to this problem. Nipper has touched on the best way to handle this. Especially in an automatic equipped vehicle. By shifting into neutral you remove the force that causes the slides when braking. Do this only when coming to a stop. This will allow for engine and pedal braking. The trans does not know the road conditions. It's job is to drive or push the car. When braking on slippery surfaces the wheels with the least resistance will stop. Usually the fronts because rotors hold much better with less force. Add AWD now it is pushing all 4 wheels. ABS is designed to pulse the brakes and avoid locking to allow for controlled braking. I find it hard to believe that all you foul weather drivers have not figured this out or been taught in while learning to drive. It was one of the first things I learned as a kid learning to drive. ABS in a manual trans car is as easy as pushing in the clutch. It isn't the system it is the operator not knowing how to handle the system. Sorry, just my opinion. But, feel free to search out foul weather driving tips. Remember, disabling a safety system will revoke insurance coverage. Could move the blame for an accident to you, your fault or not due to tampering. Taking your own life into your own hands is one thing. But doing it on a public throughfare is another thing all together.

No, it is disconnecting the driveshaft of an AWD vehicle.

Yes, still engaged. The same still applies.

While axles do generally act this way have you checked the trans fluid level. Auto trans dip stick is located on the drivers side. I had a shutter on my wife's Outback and thought it was an axle. Found it to be a little over half a quart low. Topped it off and the shutter went away. Not saying it isn't your axles but it won't hurt to check fluid levels will it?

That would be because they ARE the same! The 2wd is different.

A picture would help to see the extent of the damage. Ideally, gently rub the gouge with sandpaper, dremel or the like. DO NOT take any more material out. Just remove the sharp edges. This will not hurt the cam. It will "hold" a little extra oil is all.