hillbillyhans

Thanks tex. No bubbling after two large mountain passes from Utah back to Wyoming, but the overflow was more full than it should be. This was after about 1.5hrs of 80mph driving. I'm sure the timing stuff hasn't ever been done. I kind of figured I'd need to get it done....

I'm aware that some of these had head gasket issues, but I'm not real familiar with this engine. Worst case scenario, what seems to be the going rate for gasket repair? Should I do the timing parts as well on a 15yo vehicle?

Last night I bought an 01 forester with 42k miles. The test drive went as expected. It needed an alignment, and brake pads, so laid down the cash. On the way home however, I noticed the temp gauge rising and dropping pretty rapidly. It never got into the red, but after getting out, I could smell it being hot. It also needs wheel bearings.... The oil didn't look milky, and the antifreeze looked topped off. Could this be a plugged radiator, thermostat, or water pump issue?

My '13 outback absolutely had an oil consumption issue. Glad I got rid of that thing...

Thank you guys for all of your insight. It's very much appreciated. I have allot to look over, and allot more reading to do.

Tex not Tec

Thanks Lucky Tec. Very good info. I'm done with auto trannys, so much cheaper to replace the clutch.

I'm gonna have to do my own inspections as I live too far away to not get this done in one day. If I take it to a shop, it will add hours of time to the trip. As an industrial mechanic who has owned a '98 and a '13 outback I feel comfortable with my limited knowledge. But a good suggestion no doubt.

Thanks for the replies. I still haven't decided, but I'm leaning towards the maroon one because it's easy to track down where the maintenance was done.....

The third link had a fender bender way back in the day.... the guy getting rid of it wanted a newer vehicle for a commuter. If it was a good reliable car, why the hell would he not just use it for a commuter? Seems sketchy. Just texted on a baja, long story short, if you ask too many questions, you get called a smart a$$. I asked him if he was always so charismatic and polite.....no response yet.

My budget is $6k.

I guess I should've given some background. This is going to be a dedicated hunting/fishing rig. It will need to take several trips a year over 1200 miles, and lots of trips 200-300, but won't be used for a DD. I've decided to go this route instead of a Toyota 4runner, mostly because the Subaru crowd seems to do more in the way of maintenance than the Toyota folks. Not trying to generalize, but this is what I've seen so far. Any help on sticking with one of those three and going with it would help.

http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/2125080?ad_cid=3 http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/2210457?ad_cid=5 http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/2381754?ad_cid=10 I'm having an awful hard time deciding on these three. Any help, or tips would be appreciated. Thanks

How much did he compensate you for it?

Go to Bing, search pics for off- road subaru I think, don't exactly remember.

Don't forget a winning attitude!

Hahahhaha!

What would "MadMax" do?:cool:

Haha! I think we're onto something!

I like the rivet idea!