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Andddd leaking fluid out of this is A-ok?

I'm trying to ID what part is leaking on my 92 Legacy Wagon. I recently replaced a bad A/C compressor unit and noticed liquid under the car (maybe 12oz or so). I started the engine and traced the leak to the front left of the engine near the outer passenger CV boot area. I have not seen the leak again and the day it appeared, the heat was about 99F and the car was running with A/C for 45 min. Any help on finding out what this is would be greatly appreciated.

Done and it's clear. Thanks Fairtax4me.

I stumpled upon a 93 AWD wagon yesterday on my ride home with a for sale sign on it. $800 with new brakes, the sign says. Needs a new front bumper and passenger door, but the car looks great inside, and for the price....who cares! anyway, can someone pull the vehicle history report for me? carfax or some other vin checker? 4s3bj6338p7957735 Mucho appreciated Ultimate Subaru brethern! -dave

So in the process of converting from R12 to R134A, I noticed the passenger fan behind the radiator does not engage. The driver's side fan is on when the A/C is on. I've replaced the fan from the pickNpull and it still doesn't work. I've read some confusing content that only one fan comes on and it's if the car is overheating. Can someone clarify? Should I be worried about the other fan? It's worth mentioning the car does not overheat. Ever. cheers fellas!

Hey Nick, Yah, it's probably the 1AM piece that through you off. I suggested a shop b/c R12 purchasing requires an EPA card, which shops have. According to my recent CL research, card is required to buy R12 locally. I'll research my options and see what can happen.

maybe this is silly, however, couldn't I simply get a used compressor and have a certified shop install it with new old stock of R12?

So my "newish" 1992 Legacy Wagon had the AC compressor start clicking in January. I had the shop disconnect the compressor so I could use the rear defogger without the noise of the failing compressor. Well, summer is here and I love road trips and don't really care for back sweat. The girlfriend has given me a choice, fix the AC or get a new car. Any recommendations? I've read that converting from a R12 to R134A is about a $1k. Ouch!!! Cheers! -d

WElcome Jack! I just picked up a 92 Wagon this week as well! Remember this is the place to ASK the questions that you need answering! cheers

I dropped my 92 Legacy off a Rick's today. Great guy. Super friendly, very knowledgeable, and I would highly recommend him.

Great feedback USMB! GD - I'll give you a call tomorrow! I knocked out the valve cover gaskets today in about an hour. My wrenching experience is on VW Aircooleds so these horizontal engines are familiar. cheers!

Andddd if I happen to not have the time or tools to do an engine pull at this very moment. Perhaps this summer... should any of these be tackled ASAP? -d

thanks nipper! what's involved in a tune up? plugs, wires, and pvc valve? -d

Just bought a 92 Legacy Wagon AWD AT with 107K miles on it from a local dealership. They dealership didn't want to put any money into it, so I offered to take it off their hands. Woo! Any info on how big/expensive the below items are? 1) Valve cover gaskets leaking 2) Water pump leaking 3) Cam seal replacement 4) CV Boot 5) Baffle Plate Leak I've done some research and most of these items seem to be normal wear and tear. Cheers, -dave

turns out it was the Chinese Thermostat installed last summer. bummer .... glad it's not the head gasket.....for now. according to the guy who runs the subie shop 85% of these vehicles get this issue. -dave