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Nothing new about the tire configuration, sizes etc.. Again, the noise occurs whether or not the car is moving and increases with RPMs! Any other wise men out there in the desert??

90 Loyale auto 4WD with button on shifter. Too cold to check tonight but when I engage the 4WD, there is a squealing noise. I noticed that the alternator belt was loose this past weekend (too cold to fix) and am hoping that it is the source of the noise as it seems like where it's coming from but what would cause it to squeal only when 4wd engaged, where is the additional strain? The sound occurs whether the car is sitting still or moving and increases with RPM

http://www.nytimes.com/2004/01/13/automobiles/13SUBA.html?ex=1075266000&en=dca55d42cedc1f9c&ei=5004&partner=UNTD

If you can't get hold of the previous owner, call the Sub dealers near where the previous owner lived on the off chance that the work was done by a Sub dealer. Take the car to a body shop, they will be able to tell pretty quickly if the car was "customized by CRASH". They can spot a repaint and will be able to tell you what would need to be done to align the door. Plead poverty and they may tell you how to do it yourself.

This "head gasket problem"? would it affect 2000 LegacyGT? What were the years and models for this problem?

Hopefully the dealer documented the leak back when it started as this pre-exisitng condition should have been remedied at that time. Regardless of the -30 degrees, a car sold in that climate should be able to stand up to those conditions without an excuse! Perhaps you can now strike a deal even if the warranty is up. Heed all the cautions about packing provisions for being "out in the cold" and G'luck.

Pretty much what the dealer told me today. He said the post is tapering and allows the nut to back off under pressure (heavy snow not cleared off manually) instead of burning out the motor. The wife admits that she didn't do much to clean off the snow. So to prevent a recurrence I intend to: 1.) Get stick. 2.) Beat wife with stick. The question I have is what size stick does SOA recommend for this procedure?:temper:

Sure am glad I never told you about my organ donor card. I'm not quite done with the parts yet!:santa: Considering recent weather, I like the suggestion of "condensation" in cold filler tube as the dipstick seems clear and the gasket on the filler cap is shot.

Adding oil to my 90 Loyale I noticed the inside of the filler cap had a yellow/cream color coating of what I suppose is degraded oil. The PCV valve is functioning and the lines are clear. The car runs fine. What are other possible causes for the condition?

2000 GT Legacy. Heavy wet snow today in Ct.. Driving down the road when suddenly the driver's wiper started working erratically and then stopped which had a conflict with the passenger side wiper's sense of order (crashed into each other and knocked off the wind foil). Seems the nut on the driver's side became loose. Anyone experience this before? I didn't see anything in the owner's manual or schedule of maintenance for checking this particular nut. Yes it was heavy snow but I didn't see any other cars on the roadside stopping to tighten their nut. Perhaps SOA will be so kind as to replace the wiper arm under warranty. If you happened to see me on the road, please excuse my driving the rest of the way home by braille.

Try the Search function on this and the Old Generation of Subaru website. There was recently (last week I think) a very exhaustive discussion of the differences, drawbacks and pitfalls in this grouping of cars you are considering. As you already know, the folks on this site are extremely informative. If I stumble upon it I'll post again or perhaps another reader can point you in the right direction.

Are there any known "issues" with the 2000 Legacy GT wagon? I have read something about undersized brake rotors (front or back?) on the Outback and wondered if this applied to the Legacy as well? Any other issues?

Anyone here know of a good VW site or can help with remote control for 2000 VW Beetle. Trunk opening button on remote is inoperable, other buttons work OK. (I know, I know they should have bought a Subaru).

http://www.cybrrpartspro.com/Chilton%20Manuals/8797m/8797CH08_41.HTML Check above site for details on system. I suppose you have checked the belt for slippage and fluid level? I once looked at fluid level and was fooled in that I was still able to add plenty! Check owner's manual for specs as my 90 Loyale PS uses Dextron II or III. Top off that reservoir as a first step. Let us know when it's safe for the rest of us to be back on the road.

Am I an idiot? Please let us know the final tally in regards your initial survey question.:wave:

Hey Blue Soob, I thought I'd remind you that Subaru has a fairly extensive warranty concerning rust. From what you said in the post, you should still be covered. Go get 'em.

Alias Any recent pics available on the legacy 05?

http://www.cybrrpartspro.com/Chilton%20Manuals/8797m/8797.HTML Check out the chassis electrical section... it'll give you something to do until someone comes up with somethin' more helpful. I didn't see anything about a third eye... is this some part of a satanic cult or a Subaru I'm just not familiar with... like a Satanic Subie? At least this post will shamelessly bump you back to the top of the site. Good luck:banana:

and if you dont return it, its paid for. you can have the option to keep the tool, for what you put down for the deposit ...ever the sly Fox Miles!

I'm sure they make money enough on: 1) the various parts you need to replace that you broke while doing that other repair. 2) the guy who threw the tool over the fence in disgust (see item #1 above) thereby loosing his deposit as well as his temper. 3) they are a joint venture with the pharmacy next door and make it up on the sale of bandages etc. associated with the learning curve with any new tool. 4) sale of those smelly tree shaped things to hang from the mirror (always a temptation at the register).

http://www.cybrrpartspro.com/Chilton%20Manuals/8797m/8797CH06_63.html The above site will take you to the Chilton website page for headlights for Subs. The adjustment screws are clearly identified and the rest should be intuitive. When you are done, find the homepage for this site and add it to your favorites. Good luck.

I was in my local AutoZone today here in Connecticut and saw a sign indicating that you could borrow certain tools for free! A short listing of these tools include various AC clutch pullers and installers, clutch pilot bearing tool, exhaust pipe spreaders and cutters, oxygen sensor socket, a variety of gear pullers, torque wrench, brake caliper tool (for turning it in), 30-36mm sockets and ball joint press tools to name a few. There were approx. 60 tools in all but some specified for Ford, GM etc..

I was in my local AutoZone today here in Connecticut and saw a sign indicating that you could borrow certain tools for free! A short listing of these tools include various AC clutch pullers and installers, clutch pilot bearing tool, exhaust pipe spreaders and cutters, oxygen sensor socket, a variety of gear pullers, torque wrench, brake caliper tool (for turning it in), 30-36mm sockets and ball joint press tools to name a few. There were approx. 60 tools in all but some specified for Ford, GM etc..

The good thing about the foam technique is that after a series of these types of repairs, you can reregister the car as a boat and if it's anything like my Subarus here in the northeast, you start to notice better gas mileage as you replace that pesky heavy metal with lightweight fiberglass. If you live in the rust belt, I hate to discourage you but it's return is inevitable.

Who makes the unit for Subaru? I'm sure the "grease guys" don't assemble these things during their lunch breaks. Anyway, I have attached a site for some common problems (common problems happen commonly). The unit doesn't seem that old and I don't know if the play mechanism is gear or belt driven but if belt, you can easily change the belt as they stretch after a while. Have you tried another disc that you know works? Other common problems relate to a dirty lens and a touch of cleaning alcohol on a sponge tip has fixed a few units for me. The site below has some repair tips based on manufacturer and you can also Google it for other tips. Good luck. http://elmswood.guernsey.net/