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I went to Autozone and they only had 14 and 18mm. Most of the web write ups (non-subie) speak of 18mm. Is this fix for Subaru 21mm as described earlier? Anyone able to post a part number and supplier for specs? There is discussion of using one or having to piggyback two?? AND lucky me, looks like this car has 5 sensors in all. 2 on each down pipe (PN 22641), 2 behind each cat (PN 22690)and 1 behind the muffler?/cat? right after the two pipes join, also PN 22690. So now do I do all 3 rear sensors? Could they have made it any more complicated?

And in the spirit of the season, the first two stories are worth reading. You can listen to them on Real Player if you have it or it's a free download. http://www.npr.org/programs/watc/storyproject/2000/001203.story.html

@GD, I'm not sure. It wasn't real cold when it reappeared (high 20s F) highway driving. Had gone about 100 miles and many restarts since Autozone cleared the P0420 code 5 days ago when the CEL/blinking cruise control reappeared. Car seems to be running fine... It is too cold to work on outside now and without a lift, I'm inclined to wait. 1. I suppose there is room above the original O2 sensor for this "extension"? 2. Is the wrench needed the standard size offered for loan by Autozone? 3. Anyone done this on 05 OB and is there a quick connect for the wire or is it cut and splice? 4. I can't recall but will the code a. reset itself b. reset by disconnecting battery c. disconnect battery and something else I can't recall? 5. Will someone come to my house and do this while I stay warm in front of the TV?

YIKES! Parts alone for the two cats for 05 OB/auto is close to... $1800 from discount online subie store:eek: Is there an alternative beside cheating the sensors as above described?

Always like hearing from the cheap seats in Speculation Corner. 2005 OB 4 cylinder but YES dual friggin' cats. 2 front sensors. 2 rear sensors. All original equipment at 105K miles. Can't find the printout from Autozone (I need a leaf blower to organize my desk) but I think the readout stated 3 possiblities. Improper AF ratio Something about Bank 1 Catalytic converter (read: prepare to empty wallet)

The dreaded P0420 hit last week on my 2005 OB with 103k miles. Cleared code and came back at 100 miles. My 2005 OB has two front and two rear O2 sensors. Do I need to add the spacer on both rear O2 sensors for this to work as described?

I see from the search function it means USE THE SEARCH FUNCTION. Actually, I took it to Autozone before clearing the codes... P0420. Checked the gas cap and gave it a few extra clicks and no code for now but it was hard starting at first and ran like crap after the code was cleared but now seems OK. I think I will follow a course of benign neglect until/unless the warnings reappear.

What's this all about?? 2005 Outback auto 105K miles.

Don't worry Shin. Welcome to the board. I've learned a thing or two (that's an understatement) from the members here. As the saying goes, there's more than one way to skin a cat. In this case, perhaps what others are pointing out is that you used a chainsaw to do the skinning. Glad it worked for you so far but keep an eye out down the road for the possible pitfalls suggested in your method.

and the car color matches your t-shirt!

yeah you're right. We now have howling tires as well as squirmy tires:lol:

OK I'll run mine flat. Problem solved! Seriously, how were they when you used the recommended tire pressure for the car as posted on the door jamb?

drats, I just got a set of envigors delivered yesterday but haven't installed them yet. i'll keep you posted.

I know this is out of your area but in the event that some other members read this and need something a little more "easterly" try subarupartsforyou.com in ct. Ask for Anthony or John. LINK

++ retrace your steps as this appears where you first went off track.

Parts are available! Even picked up rings through SOA network of dealers. 360 Club enthusiasts have had windshields made for the group. They're notorious for finding compatible parts from lawnmowers and leafblowers! 2 stroke engine stinks like all get out! As you can see from the video, one of the 360's was stuffed to the roof with parts! Friend has one insured and on the road and maybe another will be pieced together from the trio of rustbuckets.

If you are nostalgic for the good ole days of 360s, here's a link to some that a buddy is restoring.

A little harsh don't you think? There are erasers on pencils because mistakes do happen. Seems like they made good on the "problem" and will hopefully(?) fix the small leak.

Wooah! Now that is for sure some good ole WV broken back ridge fix!

I'm in salty CT with 05 and 08 OBs (both garaged) and so far no such leak. Had one on an early Loyale though...

I'm not sure that the battery disconnect would work. You might have to go to Autozone or another parts dealer with a code reader/eraser and let them do it. You might want to start a separate thread with the question of clearing the codes for a quicker response.

I'm sure Anthony gave you the full parts list but back to your initial complaint... gas caps are cheap or better yet, you can always "borrow" one from Autozone, clear the code and see if the code comes back. I know you are looking at a rusted mess and would like to deal with it but I think proper diagnosis comes before treatment of your initial complaint, Code 0440. Monkeying around with the filler neck if it is not contributory to the code thrown may further complicate the diagnosis.

Same here in lower CT. on the coast. Actually I think last year you got more snow than us.

Contact http://subarupartsforyou.com Speak with Anthony and mention the USMB site. It's an actual dealership w/ online pricing.

When the filler neck on my old GL rusted through, there was a noticeable gasoline drip when the tank was fueled to the max. Clean out all that dirt and junk between the shield (probably best to do without the shield) and you should see dampness on the filler neck at the very least if not an obvious drip. Do the diagnosis before you start throwing parts at the car. As others suggested it could just be a faulty gas cap.