pmm Posted September 29, 2006 Share Posted September 29, 2006 Can anyone recommend a reliable Subaru mechanic in or around New York City? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
svxpert Posted September 29, 2006 Share Posted September 29, 2006 i have a shop in south jersey. what do you need done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pmm Posted September 29, 2006 Author Share Posted September 29, 2006 i have a shop in south jersey. what do you need done? I'm getting a constant tapping noise from the engine of my '03 Legacy (w/76000 mi). One mechanic told me that it was a serious problem with the pistons, due to poor maintanence and that I need to replace them or put in a new engine (I bought the car six months ago). Another mechanic, at a dealership, this time, said that the noise was due to the design of the pistons and that Subaru had a campaign about the problem and would have replaced the pistons under the warranty. If I don't fix it, he said, the noise would get louder. That makes me think the noise might be just piston slap, which I could live with. But this mechanic still suggests that I replace the short block. I think it's just a routine thing with him and perfectly fine for those with cars still under warranty. I just want someone to put a little more effort into determining what the problem is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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