2002ForesterGuy

Hello ALL WHEEL DRIVE FELLOWS! Isn't it great to drive where ever you want? Hahaha! I'm looking to buy a used 2004 Forester XT automatic... I've seen so many ratios and and so much seemingly conflicting info without clear reference to this 2004 forester XT model... What is the Torque Split Ratio and how is it transferred to all 4 wheels at all times? I saw a video of a 2004 forester XT (maybe not an XT) Automatic stuck in the snow with only two wheels spinning: the front and the diagonal side rear... how is this possible if this is an AWD? I really didn't want this feature that will get me stuck with only two wheels spinning when I want to get through sand and mud to the ocean and paddle out in the surf, ryt?. These are everyday conditions here in Hawaii (Aloha! by the way). I thought all the wheels always have torque power? Am I not understanding something about this model? Where do I find this ratio and the distribution to the front and back and each side ratios? I'm sure you experts know this right off hand for this 2004 model, right? I wish you were here in Hawaii! : )

Aloha from Hawaii, The passenger side plastic cam sprocket on my 2000 EJ253 Forester just disintegrated and broke through the cover. As this is an interference engine and the timing belt malfunctioned, what are the chances that I do not have other engine damage besides replacing the sprocket and the timing belt. Be honest, I can handle the truth.