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Good informations guys and much appreciated! I like the idea of rebooting, without taking the axle out, (if seized). I forgot to mention that the sound is also related to the suspension movement of up and down. As the wheel bounces from the road, the sound changes.

Car: 1995 Impreza 2WD/FWD 5 speed 1.8 75K on the car. History: Had to replace a CV axle due to a boot tear. The axle was "seized" into the hub. I had to pull the entire assembly and take it to the shop. Even the professions at the drivetrain shop could not press it out. I replaced the hub/spindle and had new high quality bearings pressed into it, bought an O'reilly's rebuild axle and installed it all. Issue: I have since this repair had this rhythmic/speed related knocking from that side. It does not appear to be outer CV noise that is typical in a worn out outer joint. ( I know that noise well). It's a uniform sound and the tone does not change ....just the speed. It seems to match tire rotation speed. It sounds more like inner joint. It's less obvious when the car is warm, after a few miles. No drivability issues, just noise. It's not getting worse and I have 1500 miles on the car since this repair. Noise is much louder with "medium" accelerator applied" and turning sharply to the right and if you turn sharply to the left, (even with power) noise disappears. It NEVER makes a noise even in turns, when no power is being applied. NONE. It's power applied related. Inner CV seems to feel a wee bit loose on the tranny splines, even though the pin is in there and all is assembled well. Could this be the tranny differential? I 'm thinking I will just pull and replace the axle and see if that eliminates it. So frustrated! Thanks!!!!

This is exactly what was happening to my 95 Impreza. The cowl plug/pin was indeed right over the fan intake. The plastic plug deteriorates with age and then leaks.

Thanks so much!!!

Looks like a common issue!

So you think this part is # 13256 ? ("Spring valve rocker") Looks to be 4 per side.

Can I ask another quick question?? This same car is OBD2, although it's an early 1995. When reading the computer, EGR and CAT are never ready. I have read that they will never be ready on these early cars. Is that just normal. Car runs fine, no issues. Passed emissions like brand new, (tailpipe sniffer)

Thanks everybody! I have to do valve cover gaskets soon anyway and will look closely for the other half. Will it cause problems on the shaft with it missing?

I just changed oil in my 95 Legacy 2.2 AWD 105K . I decided to stick my finger in the drain hole to see if there was any crud on the bottom of the pan. I felt this loose object! I placed a magnet rod in the hole and picked up what is pictured. What is it? I have had the car since 1999 and there is no issue with the engine. This may have been in the pan for many years. It is steel and has a slight uniform bend in it....it's a perfect 1/2 circle. Ideas? Anything to now worry about all of a sudden? Todd

Thanks much for the feedback...yes, it's "truckland" here. I'm so over it!! LOL

Yes, the exhaust parts are crazy at dealers! We really need the front downpipe, (Next to turbo) and the midpipe/cat. (In front of the ebay part you sent). We found a really nice front downpipe from a manual XT and we "think" that will also work on the automatic. Your thought?

I'm having an issue with rusty "flanges" and leaks. Any sources for exhaust components and or your experiences with these turbo exhaust? 05 XT wagon Turbo Can Forester and WRX parts be used on this car? Thanks Todd

Some great suggestions! I like the one of just getting, (yes, another car for a beater. The last thing I need is another car)! Maybe I should just stay in TX! Why is it that other states like Colorado have winter, yet don't use salt?????? What years did Subaru start using rear inner wheel well liners? (I know my 2005 Outback has them).

Yes, the Impreza's are the same design. I am surprised that this was not a recall! I am also surprised that even in the south, that they still did not rust. Even without the salt. I will have to take a look up in the towers....clean it well and seal it before they get exposure. I may just get a winter beater to save my Subis. Also....how long does salt stay on roads after application. Can you drive safely on dry roads in the winter? How long into the spring is all the salt residue all gone? Will look at the HF cameras.

Thanks for the suggestions guys!

Hey guys.... I have recently relocated my 2 1995 Imprezas from Texas to our 2nd Pennsylvania home. (One will never be driven in the winter). These cars are like new and don't have a spot of rust anywhere. It seems that the Subarus I have seen in PA of my vintage, have the interior/outboard shock tower rust through, allowing in water and salt and then rusting the body near the wheel arch. Is there anyway, besides washing frequently in the rear shock towers to prevent this rust issue? Now the car will not be driven in every snow storm, but might be driven in one or 2 a year. Thanks for your suggestions. TODD

Looking for skilled SUBARU mechanic in Dallas, Fort Worth, TX. Specifically, looking for exhaust and various issues that need attention on a 2005 Outback XT (Turbo) Thanks! Todd subaru3@aol.com

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Welcome!!!!!!

Ya know...you can call me!

Thanks guys.... I appreciate the feedback!! I will post an update when I get the new valves.

GD you are absolutely correct! I'm so used to 134A cars that I forgot this was converted. That is why there are 2 schraders, one original and one in the conversion valve. I will replace the conversion valves. Time will tell!

Does anyone know where I can locate the correct schrader valves for a 1991 Legacy's AC service valves? There are actually 2 valves in the low side service port. I have a continuing leak from this port. I cannot locate any part #s for these. Thoughts? Thanks Todd

My 95 Impreza 2.2 auto/AWD is OBD2 and has a plug.