MikeChick

Shawn, are you suggesting I try a new key with the existing ignition? I think I can overcome the downside(s) of a new (different) ignition switch (two keys, rekeying, etc). The remaining question is how hard is it to replace the switch in question? Is it simply a matter of taking apart the column and pulling out the existing switch? I'm no stranger to hand tools just trying to determine what I'm in for and how long it might take. Thanks to all. Mike

For some time now I have occasionally had difficulty getting the key out of the ignition switch on my '95 Legacy wagon. Last week it finally let go and I can only turn the key back one click, to the point where accessories still work. The key will/does come out (not in an entirely healthy way) at this same point. The car is getting a bit long in the tooth (240K miles) but still runs great and treats me well. How difficult is it to replace the ignition switch? Should I simply buy a used one and put it in? I realize this will require different keys for door and ignition but that's something I can live with. Thanks in advance. Mike

I too am in need of a stereo for my '95 Legacy. How can I tell which ones (model year wise) will fit? Mike

My vote is strut mount(s). If you go here: http://catalog.autopartsperformance.com/ and drill down you'll see them. Range from $60 to about twice that. Mike

The heater/blower fan in my '95 Legacy wagon is making noise like the bearings are shot. Naturally, it's worse when it's freezing cold outside (every day recently). It still works but the noise is annoying. How hard is it to change? Other thoughts/comments/ideas? Mike

Thanks, it is indeed the strut support/mount that I think is causing the noise. I agree that it makes sense to replace the struts at the same time. I just checked out '1stsubaruparts' and their website is incredibly well designed and intuitive, I'll be ordering from them. Thanks again. Mike

My '95 Legacy wagon (200K+ miles) makes a clunking noise when I travel over "sharp" bumps. It would be most noticeable on, say, washboards on a dirt road. I did some looking/asking and I'm thinking it's a worn mounting/bearing plate on the strut(s). Is this common? Seems I've heard a similar noise in other cars with tons o' miles on them. Am I on the right track? Can I get these plates aftermarket or is it a dealer item? Mike

OK, I'm going to replace the timing belt, water pump and thermostat in my '95 Legacy. I've been seeing a lot of posts that say OEM is the "only" way to go for some of these parts. Just so there's no confusion on my end, OEM means from the Subaru dealer, correct? OEM parts are (shockingly enough) considerably more expensive but if the consensus is that it makes sense to go that way, I'll defer to the experts (you guys). Please advise. Mike

Thanks, I'm thinking both of these things (weak water pump, clogged core) are possibilities. I'm a reasonably good wrench swinger, is changing the pump pretty straightforward? As for flushing, should I just get one of those aftermarket kits for that and do a "normal" radiator flush? Thanks again. Mike

My '95 Legacy wagon has .206 million miles on it and is still running like a champ. I'm having a problem with heat and that's a big deal here in VT. There are times, with the car sitting still, that even though full hot is selected all I get is cold air even though the engine is clearly warm and the temp gauge shows a normal (mid range) reading. If I rev the engine for a short time the heat will come back and all is well. When I'm driving I never seem to want for heat, it seems to be only when at or near idle. Any help would be appreciated. Mike