The Dude Abides Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 List all the things that are wrong with your car. Rules. It can only be one car that you have. It needs to be in running and driveing condition. Heres Mine 1988 Subaru Dl Wagon Leaks Power Steering fluid. Leaks Oil. 4wd Doesnt work. Heater controls dont always switch over Need to turn off to shift into reverse. Need superman power to shift through gears Radio cuts out Brakes squeel Ac Doesnt Work Needs Ball Joints Needs Muffler Power Steering No longer works. Clicking front axel Rear Wiper Motor Wines Hole In Drivers Side Front Fender Various Rust Spots Cracked Windshield Hesitation While Accelerting Revs Up and Down at Stoplights Cracked Door Panels Riped Drivers Seat Hood Bent Only 2 Fan Speeds Takes a long time to heat Up Side Trim hanging Off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xoomer Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 88 XT6 Rear CVs need rebooted Idle problem Needs paint Needs interior pieces Needs Cooling system work. needs charging system work needs radio Needs alignment needs throw out bearing Battery cables Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRhere Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 '86 BRAT GL Big dent between DS "B" pillar and wheel arch, DS door hard to close due to above dent, PS door bottom rusting out, DS door bottom rusting out, Both fender wells in bed rusting away, Big bend in rollpan under tailgate area, No tailgate due to above bashment, Rear bumper is bent, not orginal bumper either, Rear DS axle outer joint boot missing, Custom "Redneck" exhaust from Y-pipe back, complete with custom coathanger supports, Cracked dash, Crack in windshield behind rearview mirror, from a stone hit, Rear brake adjusters are way rust frozen, Missing grille and headlight trim, Leading edge of hood bent, along with PS fender from Deer strike, No real heat from heater when driving above 40 MPH and temps are below 20*, (all associated parts are new) Have an irritating chrip from steering column when using the high beams, 4 different colored rims, Need new tires, Different keys for doors and ignition, Oil leak on front of engine, gets on exhaust when stopped and smell comes in thru heater system, "A" Pillar rusting out on DS at windshield lower edge, DS seat has holes in the covering, Has older solid lifter motor, mileage unknown, Can't trust gas gauge, it'll read oddly at times. Like full when it's 1/4 tank or 1/2 max after I just filled it, Wiper blades miss windshield on upstroke when going over 50 MPH Pics; http://s29.photobucket.com/albums/c264/TomRhere/White%2086%20BRAT/Damage/ But there ain't nothing wrong with the radio!!!!!!! (Aaron Tippens song) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky92 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Which one???:lol: Hollister ( 08 Imppy) Nothing but a paint issue that SOA is working on: The Pretty One Rocky (88 XT6) Frame rotted pass door rotted pass fender rotted pass side rocker rotted fuel pump held on with tie wraps ( I didnt do it and have no clue) needs rotors left front wheel bearing 3 outta 4 axles clutch rear diff mount stalling issue radiator working temp gauge real tires pass front camber out exhaust carpet pass door panel pass PW switch on drivers door upper and lower steer cloumn piece rodent removal new brushed for the Cybrid steering pump ( moans) belt tensioner power ant. headliner fixed new wiper blade repainted I think thats it The rusty one: 83 GL-10 coupe Needs shipped here Drivers door adjusted small leak in trunk tiny rust hole in trunk wheel trim reglued a new carb struts and shocks The precious baby..my special loved one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyro926 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 I'm thinking that this would be a lot better with some PICS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky92 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 I'm thinking that this would be a lot better with some PICS!!! There I updated for you :lol: I like postig pictures derned it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skip Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Couple of tack welds, little body cheese (bondo) Backwoodsboy's buffer goodtago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azsubaru Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Well, here goes, but I'm not sure I like seeing all this at once: 91 Loyale 2WD 5 Spd The usual oil leaks Intermittant grinding from rt front wheel New - a bottom end rattling (rod knock?) Needs 2 tires Needs front Cat Sloppy Shifter Worn synchronizers Clutch chatters a bit Paint is cancerous-looking Dinged up windshield Needs Windshield trim Dried-out rubber trim Various body dents and dings all around Dirty/noisy volume control on the radio AC needs charged Defroster switch needs new cover Hole in one front headlight Needs rear hatch struts But... interior is almost perfect, there's no rust, it starts in about 2 seconds, and it gets me to work and back every day. Plus lets me embarass my kids by picking them up in it at school:banana: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subaru_dude Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 '89 EA82 5spd 2wd sedan 215,000 miles. Front DS ball joint Front PS strut PCV valve sticks open The usual lifter tick Needs shifter linkage Needs muffler Probably needs TPS adjusted, maybe some other little things. Has some hesitation, but I'm going to blame it on the PCV valve until I swap it out and nothing changes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatchsub Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 83 GL sedan Front drivers side axle is going Rust Choke issues when its really cold I lose...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durania Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Here is my BRAT's list of stuff that I HAVE done already: Purchased BRAT GL October 27, 2006 $900 -New 185/70R13 Tires -New wheel clips for center caps -Replaced Starter -New Alternator -New upper and lower radiator hoses -New OEM Subaru thermostat and gasket -Replaced windshield wiper motor -Replaced both t-top wind deflectors -New windshield wipers -Fixed major electrical issues under dash from ignorant previous owner -Replaced gauge cluster with one from 83 Brat with 65k -All new bulbs in gauge cluster and climate control -Replaced shifter knob with an original -New OEM Subaru clutch cable -New OEM Subaru oil drain plug and crush ring -New clutch pedal return spring -Installed original “fun roof” sticker -New heavy duty floor mats -Replaced window crank mechanisms and handles -Replaced door panels -Camper top to preserve bed -Weber carburetor -New alternator/water pump belt -New driver side CV axle -New passenger side wheel bearings. -New passenger side rear wheel bearings -New brakes front and rear -New passenger side ball joint -Re-wired front speakers from previous ignorant owner cutting them. -New rear u-joint -New heater core hoses -New throttle return spring -Original Subaru factory tool kit -Replaced rear view mirror -Replaced drivers side mirror -Replaced glove box mirror -Replaced fuel door with rust free one -Replaced fuel cap with OEM -New spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, and rotary button. -Replaced T-Tops -Replaced Fuel Pedal -Replaced Both Seats -Replaced Entire Center Console -New “Dual Range” Emblem for console -New Subaru OEM Intake Manifold Gaskets -Replaced driver’s side body molding -Replaced dome light assembly -Replaced two jump seat handles -Replaced EGR -Replaced steering wheel pad -Replaced windshield washer fluid tank -Replaced grill with “Honey-comb” style off 84 GL-10 coupe Needs: Electric fan modified to auto instead of running all the time. Getting rid of the autozone axle I bought that knocks under acceleration. Installing my original radio and putting a cd player in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tizzle Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 88RX rust spots cracked window broken grill mouse poop smell in vents from a year ago:mad: no rear wiper 1 small dent tear in driver seat upholstry temp sensor is whacky throwing 2 CEL's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buddy Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 typical oil leak headlight switch thats it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gyoas759 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Trashwagon lives up to it's name - 1983 Subaru GL 4x4 Leaks oil cooling fan must be turned on manually Starts with a screwdriver Coolant resevior is a Burger King cup Rust through the floors CV axles both make noise Rear shocks rusted through NO Cat or muffler Winshields held in by Caulk Hood opens with coat hanger drivers fender is loose at the bottom Windows go up and down with a 10mm wrench Shifter slop no radio rotted dash and vents guage lights always stay lit jumpy Tach sputters on hills battery cable must be disconnected when stopped bad axle brake light on cracked fog light unknown thump in front suspension headliner has about 300 holes vacume leaks bad turn signal NO heat/NO AC tires dry rotted gas guage does not work rough idle paint chipping rear wiper missing crunched front subframe speaker wired engine components No rear carpet 4x4 light always on Never broken down. (And this is after I've made considerable improvements to it. Should have seen it last summer!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatchsub Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Starts with a screwdriver Coolant resevior is a Burger King cup Hood opens with coat hanger Windows go up and down with a 10mm wrench battery cable must be disconnected when stopped I think you win because of these! Especially that burger king cup one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EvilDead Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Well good thing this is Subaru only!! My baby: 2004 JBP Impreza WRX ( slightly modded ) Only problem is a small dent on the hood from something falling in my garage. She is why I work two jobs!! My Daily Driver!! Ok what I've found so far: Of course the drivers seat is worn Idle issues while choked Has piston slap when cold Has a vacuum leak someplace... Up pipe has a leak Leaks oil from someplace (hasn't been warm enough out to trace) Secondary fan doesn't come on run somewhat warm (half way up gauge) Both bumper internals are bent from fender bender Has light rust from ground effects One window isn't tinted Heater works, but not well Clock has issues, and works half the time Driver's side door trim has a missing piece Have to know the sweet spot to shift in cold weather Clutch is worn Driver's side tail light is broken Brakes squeal Left fender is bent Hood has dents, and some rust spots Left head light gets condensation Radio isn't wired to "switched" hot leads Spoiler has crack at the mount Jeez, htat's all for now on the RX... My automotive education, 88 GL Wagon Has a friend in place of the engine Needs engine completed Luke needs to buy it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet82 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Could use more power. Needs shift knob bent so I can shift into 2nd with out hitting my 4 lo lever. (Doesn't hit in 4 hi) Minor oil leak. Windows don't work Windshield wiper is missing front and rear Side view mirror missing Antenna is missing A/C works fine Has a bit of road noise Rear window needs work Low beams don't work. http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/photos/showphoto.php?photo=10339&cat=500&perpage=12&sort=3&ppuser=584 But no rust issues! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLoyale Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 EA82 SPFI 3spd 100,456 miles Well lets see, Rust/rotted rear 1/4 panel underside by Mudd flaps and back (Can't figure out how to fix it, Hard spot) Paint chipping away on repainted front fenders Rattling 2nd cat Front alignment is a little off (Toe out) Front wiper motor has a dead spot Hole in Exhaust by first hanger on Y-pipe Steel wheels are rusting again Oil pump leaks (Will change when warmer) Prolly need new Timing belts (Will change when warmer) Rear winshie washie holder leaks Gooooy undercoating on everything under the car Rear suspension bumpers fell off Missing ash tray (Lol) No lifter tick at all! (Yay) And I think thats it, Now with pic, You can somewhat see the rear rust on the fender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Abides Posted March 1, 2008 Author Share Posted March 1, 2008 Trashwagon lives up to it's name - 1983 Subaru GL 4x4 Leaks oil cooling fan must be turned on manually Starts with a screwdriver Coolant resevior is a Burger King cup Rust through the floors CV axles both make noise Rear shocks rusted through NO Cat or muffler Winshields held in by Caulk Hood opens with coat hanger drivers fender is loose at the bottom Windows go up and down with a 10mm wrench Shifter slop no radio rotted dash and vents guage lights always stay lit jumpy Tach sputters on hills battery cable must be disconnected when stopped bad axle brake light on cracked fog light unknown thump in front suspension headliner has about 300 holes vacume leaks bad turn signal NO heat/NO AC tires dry rotted gas guage does not work rough idle paint chipping rear wiper missing crunched front subframe speaker wired engine components No rear carpet 4x4 light always on Never broken down. (And this is after I've made considerable improvements to it. Should have seen it last summer!) I thought i had problems. Its not really the length of your list its the contents. Honestly if i had a car with that many problems i wouldnt own it long, especially if it was my daily driver. Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backwoodsboy Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 This is a great thread! Incidentally, it was these types of threads/lists, coupled with the fact that "youre still DRIVING IT!?" ...that attracted me to this board in the first place. Brought back memories of my Mom's 79 4WD wagon. Here we were, summer 1987, loaded to the max with county fair entries/plants....my sister and I... and the whole mess is stalled dead in the middle of the steepest hill in the county becasue the gas tank was so rusty it clogged the fuel filter every week. Heres my mom.... under the hood, 100 degrees... changing the filter like it was nothing. (she got pretty quick at it) Back hatch was held shut with slide bolts because the latch was rotted off. Floors were rarely messy because any garbage would fall through the rust holes. I miss that wagon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamCF Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 83 GL 4x4 bad right front wheel bearings and CV joint brakes leak from hill holder can't see out the windshield when driving into the sun. (bad pitting) dome light no longer works (bad door switches) Healthy rod knock Still has slight window leaks around rear glass and windshield Think that's about it....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilesFox Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 Originally Posted by Gyoas759Trashwagon lives up to it's name - 1983 Subaru GL 4x4 I think you win because of these! Especially that burger king cup one that car has an ea82 in it. it came out of my 88 sedan, and originally came from an 86 wagon with over 200,000 miles. i popped the head gaskets once and drove it around lik ethat(exhuast in coolant) and when i put a different motoro in my sedan i did the head gaskets on it and put in in the trashwagon. the trashwagon itself originally came from subiemech's and we drove it back some 400 miles to milwaukee, painted it overnight, and went on the hot rod power tour through indianapolis and back. the neext day when we got back, it broke the cluch cable and it was parked. after it sat for the winter the cable was fixed, but the motor broke something internally after startup. we put in an ea82 that came from the original trashwagon 5, the motor it ran on its infamous road trip then it went on the babe rally 2006 and blew up trashwagon's motor and was towed back from virgina and then go thte sedan's motor here is the sedan as it is now. will probably do the babe rally with it(runs and drives flexo pipe exhaust. passenger side head with open aav port on head, and the jb weld has fallen out mysteriously uses coolant pressure plate is weak, making shifting chunky the rear trailing arm is cambered in at the top the center console is broken from the passenger seat(t-bone) the rea diff has fallen out at one time, and i had to take it off to keep hoing. i got the doj cups apart but the outher cvs do not come apart. the driveshaft was already broken and tied up with a coat hanger. i drove it for 200 miles with the rear axles hanging and the diff in the trunk this would be its 3rd motor from original it is a fwd at to 4wd 5sod so it has a pushbutton start and no reverse lights i shorted something in the radio harness that i have to backfeed voltage from a defunct aftermarket fog light swithc to make the ign come on the key fits my 87 rx the same, same cut/code from the facotory, but the doors on the sedan are not original, and i lost that key it has ghetto spring boosters in the rear the interior is mixed and batched between 2 86 wagons and 87 gl10 fold down rear seats with an xt driver seat. the steering wheel is fom an 86 sedan. the suspension is 87 rx struts, 88 wagon crossmember, and 86 wagon rear suspension with a random trailing arm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 86 GL 4X4 Rust Wagon (weekend beater/ dirty driver/ bad weather driver) RUST!!!! Underside looks like beginning stages of swiss cheese with dime size holes Carb choke is funky and engine sputters around 4k under load (changed choke spring and fuel filter, still the same and don't care really) 225 - 250 miles a tank:mad: Dent and or rust in every panel but roof Occasional vibration above 55mph Radio MIA Window switches work on individual doors but not master switches Lotsa oil in the rear from EA81 tear down and transport Dome light no workie with doors Drivers headlight condensation Rear defrogger no workie to good (2 bars at most) No horn or Hazzards No Hill Holder Rear bumper twisted Sloppy shifter 4WD light stays on Thats all I can think of at the moment but it's not that bad for a $350 parts car that I can beat the snot out of and not care Did I mention I have a rust free shell of the same car (the one on the right) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 My real DD (see note) 98 Legacy Outback Horrible battery drain (cannot let sit for more than a day) Throw out bearing going out (have replacement ready to go in) Oil leak on passenger side of engine onto cat making cabin smell like burnt oil (yum) Brakes beginning to squeak (04 WRX's waiting for rotors so can be installed) Minor dents and dings and paint scratches Cracked drivers side fog light Cracked drivers side backup light OEM bug deflector rubbed paint off fenders Cracked drivers side inner plastic trim (darn floor jacks) Carpet on drivers side fuzzy Drivers side storage cover broken Bought it and less than one month later had the HG's go :mad: Otherwise a great ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRhere Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 I'm thinking that this would be a lot better with some PICS!!! I too, updated my post an added a link to pics...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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