Sweet82

A buddy just sent me this clip... All in all I thought it was positive so far... http://www.rockymountainextreme.com/showthread.php?t=27070&highlight=subaru

Have not tried anything yet, I wanted to try the board first. Didn't want to buy wires or take it to a dealer before the Experts (the Board) had a shot at it. Thanks, Glenn

I have noticed on several cars I have that the heat won't change while the fan is on. If you turn off the fan will it change?

As my 01 Forester L was warming up last night, I poped open the hood to see if a headlight plug had worked loose (one headlight was out) and noticed a shocking sight!!! There was small lightning bolts going from the top of my #4 spark plug wire to the "distributor". All the other wires were doing their normal thing but the #4 wire was acting like a plasma globe and sounded like a welder. The kids were terrorified and didn't even want to get in the car after seeing this. As it was dark, late and snowing, I didn't have many options but to drive it back out of the mountains. I also figured that it just didn't start because I happend to look at it. I assume it has been going on for some time now? The car was idling a little eratically, while warming up, which is when I noticed this but ran well the rest of the trip. What I tried: I tried re-seating the #4 wire several times to make sure it was pulged in all the way (top and bottom). I did the same thing on the wire next to it. Results: Didn't change anything. What would cause such an electrical show under my hood? Confused, Glenn 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL 01 Forester L

Welcome to the board! You must have at least two Subies for full membership. Or at least that's what they told me when I signed up? (so go buy the other one) In Utah there are three Soobs at any given intersection and at least two are white:lol:. Welcome, Glenn 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

On and Off-road! When you get out and survey an obstacle it's always hard to get it back on. When your on steep or strange angle, seat belts don't like to cooperate. (esp. if you want to lean out, they require some adjusting.) BUT that's when your going to need them the most!!! If you are going to go up something ugly, there is potential for unexpected problems. If everything went as planned, we wouldn't need seatbelts, would we? My .02 Glenn 82 SubaruHummer--won't move until everyones bolted in! Yes it still has the seat belt chime! 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

The alternator is only hanging on with two bolts, Undo two bolts and remove the alternator. Take it to any auto parts store and ask them to test it. It's a 5 minute project. Glenn, 82 SubaruHummer--new alternator 84 GL--new used alternator 01 Forester--factory alternator

They make a STi version of my car! And I don't have one:banghead: That Forester STi is just plain COOL! Glenn, 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester--non-STi version

That's a cute one, I hope someone on the board picks it up! ...38 MPG? I didn't realize they got that good of mileage... Glenn 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

Congrats! We want pics. Is this a daily driver for you? I didn't think any of those tops were removable.

Summer, the "Trailer Queen" finally got a new ride. Well actually it's her first and only ride. Been looking for a trailer for 2 years now. http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/photos/showgallery.php?cat=500&ppuser=584 Found this one for $100 and it was only 3 blocks from my house. It's a Metal Craft dual axle, 10'X6' flatbed, good rubber, jacks, good paint, no ramps, lights need work. The Buggy fits on it with room to spare and tows like a dream! Had to tell someone. I'll be off-roadin this weekend. Glenn, 82 SubaruHummer--now considered trailer trash! 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

B1, You most certainly can get more than a month out of your rear cv as is. How much you drive and where will have an effect on it. I think if you keep an eye on it and listen for clicking you could postpone that particular repair. Having said that, there are those on the board that say that repair can be done in 10-15 minutes. If you have a donor car you will get the feel for the work as you remove it off the donor. You'll be able to do the install even quicker on the driver vehicle. I have a (non-subie) car that has had a torn boot for 3 years now. It still doesn't click or make noise...and it still needs replacing... Good Luck, Glenn

I thought the idea of chains up front was to dig a trench for the rest of the car? With 4WD you want your traction on the wheels that steer. You can change the direction of the car better with traction up front. Traction in the rear will just push the front wheels, possibly not in the direction you wanted them to go.

Bidding has ended---Reserve Not Met! Go figure...no one would pay $800 for that.

Got to be the Golden Crack in Moab. Bummer about his shock!

My computer won't allow me to use the word Subaru and @rticulation in the same sentence:lol:

Wait a minute...reliable engines don't need parts:lol:

With all those Subies, I would have thought you would have been here much sooner. Welcome to the board. We like people who think outside the box. Creative thinking is how we have been able to get these old Subies so far off-road. Glenn, 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

Sounds Kinda strange.... I've never broken a cap yet. Worn out bunches but never cracked any. I the cap being installed correctly? Sounds stupid but there is that little tab must be in the right spot. Are all the caps cracking in the same place? Are they all the same brand? I'm confused, Oh ya, welcome to the board. Glenn, 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

The enviro-waccos will always be whining about something but if off-roaders as a whole, play by the rules and don't carve up the country side, we have a lot better chance of keeping the enviro-waccos at bay. Ya, ya, ya, we've all heard it before but it's not a bad thing to be reminded of. I have a substantial investment in off-road toys "Summer is just one of many". I enjoy these toys and I'd like to be able to do this with my kids for generations to come. Everytime "we" cut new trails or leave a visible mark or even don't pickup existing trail garbage, we are just cutting our own throats. Ok, I'll shut up now... Glenn 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

I've driven the same EA81 for 23 years now and it just keep going....and going....well you get the picture. Never been in the shop for a motor problem. It's looking like a landslide victory for the EA81.

I love MT. I was just up there. Too bad its so far away. Whine, whine, whine... Glenn 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

If I'm not mistaken, you still have some room in your driveway... For more Subarus! Welcome to the board, Glenn 82 SubaruHummer 84 GL Mad Max 01 Forester

I think it needs a giant key on the back. I'd bet there are a bunch of folks out there that are probably driving something real close to their dream machine? Not that we don't need to keep pushing ahead with new ideas but, I'm fairly impressed by some of the stuff that has already been built:cool: Just a thought, Glenn 82 SubaruHummer--built the way I wanted it. 84 GL Mad Max--shows much potential. 01 Forester--waiting for warrantee to end.

Bottom end umph would be good for playing around in the hills? Let us know...