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Ok thanks for the info.

I've seen quite a few basic Imprezas on the road lately which have what appears to be factory duals out from under the rear fascia. I'm guessing they're 2012-2014 models. No hood scoop, not a WRX or STI. Just a plain 4-door Impreza with steel wheels and wheel covers. Was this a special model or option package or am I simply seeing a stock Impreza from that period? Thanks for helping me figure it out.

It is due for its oil change in 500 miles, so maybe I'll see if it goes away after the change.

On my 95 Impreza with the 2.2 and 150,000 miles, on a cold morning, I'm getting that familiar tick-tick-tick noise from the HLA's on my right bank. Once the engine starts to warm up, the ticking goes away. Any thoughts on why? Oil level is at the full mark and I'm using Castrol conventional 5W-30. I had the complete front of the engine apart about 3 years ago to do the timing belt, water pump, oil pump and all cam and crank bushings. Would switching to a lighter oil help w getting oil to the rockers faster, like a 0W-20? I'm in southeast PA. Thanks for any thoughts and advice.

Yes, while driving my 95 Impreza L wagon. I was just wondering. Figured it was a certain model deal.

Okay, here's my findings and I'm perplexed. When I pulled the dipstick out to remove the tube, I noticed the oil was significantly higher on the stick than it should be...I'd guess a good inch above the full mark on the stick. I did a complete oil change the weekend before, which consisted of a new oil filter and 4.5 quarts of oil. I used one of the 5 quart jugs of oil for this change, like I always do. Before going any further with the O-ring change, I drained all the oil out just to see if the crankcase was somehow over-filled. I came up with a little shy of 5 quarts in my drain pan. I then started adding the oil back to the pan, stopping to check the level. When the level finally showed "full" on the stick, I had a good 1-2 quarts left in the drain pan. I'm extremely confused. I have had this car for almost 8 years and never seen this before. Is there any component inside the engine which would hold oil and not drain out? I'm not understanding how 4.5 quarts out of a 5 quart jug is suddenly over-full on the stick. Does this make sense to anyone? When I did the original oil change, I did notice only about 3 quarts came out after pouring the old oil into the empty 5-quart jug to take to my shop to be recycled. As far as I know, the engine is not using any oil and it stays around the "full" mark for the 5000 miles. Could the oil filter be defective and not allowing oil to enter it? After correcting yesterday's findings and corrections, the engine does seem to be running a bit smoother. Thoughts?

Thanks, everyone for the replies. I'm going to tackle this leak after work tomorrow.

I know this isn't your usual question, but is "the wave" mainly given by WRX/STI drives to another WRX/STI driver? I've tried waving and/or acknowledging other Subaru drivers on the road and they either ignore me or give me an odd look. A WRX driver did nod his head to me once, but that's been it. Just curious. Thanks for any input.

I noticed a puddle of oil under my '95 Impreza with the 2.2 a few hours after my morning commute into work. After cleaning off the oil pan and surrounding areas, I noticed a stream of oil running down the tube which goes into the oil pan for the dipstick. I traced the leak back to the section where the upper tube goes into the part attached to the oil pan. Is there an o-ring which seals these two parts together? I cannot locate the ring in any parts schematic, so I'm scratching my head. Can anyone shed some light on this and, perhaps, supply me with the o-ring specs and/or a part number? I haven't gone to my dealer to ask yet, figured I'd start here. Thanks for the help!

Thanks for all the responses so far. wtdash, my Impreza had the 15s from the factory. Impreza L wagon with the 2.2, door jam tire sticker shows it came with 195/60/15 88H. These take-offs are about an hour away from me. I think I'll give the guy a call and see if he'd be willing to let me install a combo in his driveway and see how they fit. If he wants to get rid of them, sure he'd be willing to work with me a little.

I have an opportunity to purchase a set of brand new take-off wheels and tires from a 2016 Crosstrek. My '95 Impreza will need new summer/all-seasons when I take off my winter set shortly. I have a set of steelies with my all-seasons on them; the tires are shot. I love the look of the Crosstrek wheels. I know they're 5x100, the same size as my Impreza. Will they fit in my wheelwells, however? My stock size is 195/60/15 and the XV's are 225/55/17. I'm guessing they may be too wide but wanted to check before I make the purchase. Thanks for the help!

Exactly what I was hoping to hear. Thanks for the replies!

The spec for our 2014 XV is a full-synthetic 0W-20. I'm not trying to start a "which oil is better" debate here (those threads irritate me), but I've seen that Subaru specifies the Castrol synthetic as acceptable. Is there something about the Castrol which should push me to use it or will any synthetic be fine? I've always used Pennzoil products in our family's Subarus, but will switch to Castrol if need be for our XV. Also, I've used Purolator oil filters on all our Subies. Any reason I can't continue that trend in the XV? This will be the first time I've done the oil on the XV since we bought it. The dealer had a special going at time of purchase for free oil changes the first year of ownership and the year is up. Thanks for the help and input!

Do the turbo engines in the older Foresters and Outbacks have the same issues the WRX and STI engines have, like ringland failures, bearing failures, etc. I'm looking at a stock turbo Forester and an Outback, but don't want to deal with the failures if it's a common thing. Thanks!

Thanks for the replies. We've decided to do the steelies, like I do with my Impreza.