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For the love of everything do NOT get a cheap axle. Your car will vibrate like there's no tomorrow. Get an actual Subaru axle if you do change it.

I'll do that and report back.

I think it's the proper bulb. It's got the two bumps on the bottom the the guide bumps on the sides, which line up with the socket perfectly.

Working perfectly fine. When I twist it so the light is on, then it does a super-fast-flash, but when I twist it the other way to only be a turn signal then it flashes normal speed.

The driver's front turn signal/lamp is acting wonky. I can turn it so that it lights up, but then it won't flash. If I turn it the other way then it's dark until I turn on the signal, and it flashes normally. I used my multimeter and it's getting normal voltage. I sprayed liquid wrench in the socket and put a dab of dielectric grease, but it still doesn't work. Any ideas? All other corner lights/flashers work perfectly fine. This light was banged up before I owned it, but the assembly appears to be ok. Ideas? The bulb is brand new.

I'll sell you a Wagner aftermarket cat for $100. PM me.

I am pretty sure it's illegal to cut out the converter and not put it back on.

The throttle cable might be tugging it open? Probably not the issue, tho. Might be a vacuum leak. Pull the - battery cable for 10 minutes. See if that helps.

It might mean that there is a wire problem. The wires might be frayed or cut, leading to low voltage. I JUST had this with the Engine Coolant Temp Sensor. Ended up doing a fair bit of splicing. Sensor itself was just fine.

Their main repair shop is in waterbury, but the yard is in Roxbury.

Things are indeed more expensive here. I think they also offer a warranty (part and labor) on their rebuilt items. I was just impressed that all they do is Subaru. Rows and rows of engines, transmissions, alternators, starters, compressors, drive shafts, etc.

Get an alt with an external voltage regulator and replace it.

I gotta tell you all about these folks, F & S Auto Parts in Roxbury, CT. They are a large junkyard with 99% Subaru parts. They specialize in Subaru parts and have TONS. I found them totally by accident and was so happy when I drove in and saw tons of Subarus, from very old to very new. They have tons of engines and transmissions just sitting there waiting to be sold. They also have a repair facility, in case you want them to do the work. Their prices are very reasonable and the people are very nice. They take Visa and Mastercard, so there isn't an issue of funds. Their website is: http://www.fsautoparts.com I am not being paid to write this, just wanted to share it with you all.

Before a big ride like that I would make sure the timing belt and water pump have been changed as per the normal schedule. Do an oil change, check all fluids and inspect the brakes and underbody. Other than that, safe travels!

What's the issue? You might not need a subaru specialist.

Well folks, I think it's solved. Several days of driving, letting it sit for 24+ hours and another battery test shows that everything is hunky dorey. The old battery was just a dud. I think (hope) this one is licked!

Did you finish reticulating the splines?

Spray starter fluid into the throttle body (when open) and see if it turns over briefly. That'll let you know if it's a fuel delivery issue. If you have fuel, spark and air then you might be looking at timing.

Check the fuel lines. You may have hooked them up backward.

80 sounds lovely! It's 92 in my apartment WITH THE AC ON!

UPDATED NEWS FLASH: After driving 130 miles from New Haven, NH to to Boston, MA I went right to Advance Auto Parts and had them test the battery. It again came up bad, 530CCA or 720CCA. They replaced it under warranty. I hooked it up and let the car run. Then they came out and did a new battery and drain test. The new results! Battery Test: Voltage: 12.34V Measured: 1256 CCA Rated: 800CCA Temp: 116 F Drain Test: 0.02A "PASS" The new drain is WELL within spec. The old drain was 0.5A, way above spec. I am going to see how things go, but I think it highly likely that the old battery was simply bad. I hope this is the end of the saga.

Ok got it will try again once the sun begins to set and it gets below 110F. Thanks for setting me straight.

Just tried to use the ammeter on a multimeter. Nothing. Please see this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lPwNc3VjuQ

Matt, It appears you're right. I gotta find the source of this drain.

The battery is an Optima Red Top, which I have always been told is the best type to have.