Indian Steve

Could the catalytic converter cause a temperature rise. It is not overheating, just going up {in the safe range} while going uphill.

It has a brand new radiator, cap, thermostat, and head gaskets

Both Fans are working and fan relays have been replaced.

My wife has a 2005 Forester that had a problem with overheating. It has had new head gaskets, thermostat, radiator & hoses done at a reputable shop. It no longer overheats but the temperature increases on the gauge when she goes up long hills. It does not go out of normal range but she insist that something is wrong and is going to get another vehicle {never have another Subaru}. It has close to 200,000 miles and runs great. The cruise light flashes and check engine light are on. Scan shows catalytic converter. Could the Catalytic Convertor be causing the rise in temperature or is this normal and she just didn't notice before? Thanks

Rooster2, What Yokohamas are you using. Thanks Steve

Thanks for all of the advice so far. If we could afford it we would have two sets of tires but money is very tight. Her tire size is 215/60/ 16. I will pass all of this info along to her so can do more research. She had heard that the Goodyears had a noise problem that gets worse as the tires wear. I am glad to have that verified { Thanks brus brother} Whatever she gets will only be bought after much research. Her car, her decision. All of your comments will be read by her to help her figure it out. Thanks Again, Steve

Howdy All, I am married to a die hard Subaru driver who will soon be in need of tires. She always ran Michelins on her 96 Legacy. She now has a 2005 Forester 2.5 X that she drives about 50 miles a day. We live in the mountains of Virginia and even though that we don't get a lot of snow but if it snows, she does have to get to work. She works in a hospital and snow is no excuse to take the day off. The Michelins reviews that she has looked at haven't rated as good on long milage. She is looking at Goodyear Assurance Triple Tread all season. Can I get any advice or opinions from you Great Subaru Gurus? Thanks Steve